CertiK, a provider of Web3 security services, has announced that it has joined the $XDC Network as an institutional Masternode Validator.
The two organizations have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) under which CertiK will deploy and operate validator nodes on the $XDC Network.
Through its enterprise node solution, CertiK SkyNode, the company aims to support network security, resilience and decentralization and help strengthen the infrastructure used for enterprise blockchain applications, trade finance and real-world asset (RWA) tokenization.
$XDC The network is designed for institutional settlement and RWA tokenization, using a hybrid architecture that combines public blockchain transparency with private subnetwork capabilities.
As an Institutional Masternode Validator, CertiK will contribute to the infrastructure of the network by operating validator nodes and supporting measures intended to reduce operational and network-related risks.
“CertiK is one of the most recognized names in blockchain security, and the fact that they are validating our network is a meaningful signal for institutions. This is not just a technical partnership. It is a statement about the standard of the infrastructure we are building for corporate finance. The institutions that focus on trade finance and asset settlement are making infrastructure decisions for the long term, and we want $XDC Network should be the answer they keep coming back to,” said Atul Khekade, co-founder, $XDC Network.
As an institutional Masternode Validator, CertiK will use its SkyNode infrastructure to run validator operations on the $XDC Network.
The infrastructure includes continuous monitoring, automated threat response capabilities, and node-level security testing.
It also uses a multi-region architecture with redundant failover systems designed to maintain network availability and support consensus operations during periods of high activity.
“CertiK is honored to join the $XDC Network as an institutional Masternode Validator,” said Ronghui Gu, co-founder and CEO of CertiK.
“Traditional trade finance and RWA tokenization require rigorous risk management, strong security foundations and operational resilience. Through this collaboration, we bring our security and infrastructure expertise to help strengthen the network and support the trusted infrastructure needed for institutional adoption.”
As digital assets and traditional finance become increasingly connected, the collaboration will focus on supporting trade finance infrastructure, asset tokenization and institutional digital asset applications.
The two organizations said they want to help promote the secure adoption of blockchain technology in these sectors.
Other institutional validators on the $XDC The network includes financial institutions, telecommunications companies and Web3 organizations such as Animoca Brands, BCW Group, Blueprint, Clearpool, Credora, Deutsche Telekom, HashKey Cloud, Hivemind Digital Group, InvestaX, IXS, RedStone, Republic Crypto, SBI Holdings, StakeFi and UOB Venture Management.