Blockchain Power Play: Ant Turns 8.4B in Energy Assets into Digital Gold

Ant Digital Technologies, the enterprise solutions arm of Ant Group, has begun tokenizing over 60 billion yuan (approximately $8.4 billion) of energy infrastructure and power assets on its AntChain blockchain platform, according to sources familiar with the matter. The initiative, which tracks power output and potential outages from 15 million energy devices across China—including wind turbines and solar panels—represents one of the largest real-world applications of blockchain technology in the energy sector [1].

The process involves uploading real-time data from these devices onto AntChain, creating an immutable digital record that can be leveraged for financial transactions. The company has already used this data to tokenize assets and raise capital for clean energy projects. In total, Ant Digital has secured 300 million yuan (about $42 million) in financing for three such projects, demonstrating a model where companies can bypass traditional financial intermediaries by issuing digital tokens directly to investors [2].

One of the first successful financing deals occurred in August 2024 when Ant Digital helped Shenzhen-listed energy firm Longshine Technology Group raise 100 million yuan from offshore banks. Over 9,000 of the company’s electric charging units were connected to AntChain during the process [3]. Similarly, in December of the same year, Ant Digital arranged more than 200 million yuan in funding for GCL Energy Technology by linking its photovoltaic assets to the blockchain platform [4].

The tokenization of real-world assets is still in its early stages globally, but it has the potential to streamline financial transactions by reducing reliance on traditional intermediaries such as loan officers, underwriters, and asset managers. This not only reduces costs but also accelerates access to capital. Furthermore, it may open up infrastructure investment opportunities to a broader investor base, including retail investors who are typically excluded from such projects [5].

Looking ahead, Ant Digital is considering expanding its model by listing tokenized assets on decentralized offshore exchanges to enhance liquidity. However, this step remains conditional on regulatory approvals, particularly in jurisdictions like Hong Kong, where digital asset regulations are still evolving. Ant Digital is actively participating in a Hong Kong Monetary Authority-led sandbox to promote blockchain-based tokenization of real-world assets [6].

The company’s blockchain and tokenization initiatives represent a small portion of its overall revenue, as it generates most of its income from enterprise technology solutions such as privacy and security services. Despite these challenges, Ant Digital continues to explore the financial applications of blockchain, including cross-border payments and stablecoin integration, with Ant International applying for related licenses [7].

Real-world asset tokenization is gaining traction, with the onchain value reaching a record high of $28.4 billion this week, according to RWA.xyz. Ethereum remains the dominant blockchain for such assets, holding a 57% market share [8]. As the sector develops, Ant Digital’s efforts may serve as a model for how blockchain can transform energy infrastructure financing in the digital age.

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