Chainlink's Tech Bridges DeFi and Traditional Finance via Canton's $6T Network

Chainlink Labs has announced a strategic partnership with the Canton Network, a blockchain platform designed for institutional finance, to enhance adoption of blockchain technology in traditional financial systems. The collaboration, revealed on September 24, 2025, integrates Chainlink’s oracle services—including Data Streams, Proof of Reserve, NAVLink, and the Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP)—into Canton’s infrastructure. This move positions Chainlink as a key player in Canton’s efforts to bridge decentralized and regulated finance, with the network now processing $280 billion in daily repo transactions and securing over $6 trillion in tokenized real-world assets Chainlink Chosen by Privacy-Focused Blockchain Canton to Push ...^[1]. Chainlink’s integration also includes its participation in the Chainlink Scale program, which subsidizes oracle node costs to reduce operational expenses for institutional users Chainlink Taps $6T Canton Network in Power Move to Push …^[2].

As part of the partnership, Chainlink Labs will act as a Super Validator within Canton’s Global Synchronizer, a system responsible for ordering and finalizing cross-domain transactions. This role places Chainlink alongside 30+ super validators and 500 validators already securing the network, which is backed by institutions such as Goldman Sachs, BNP Paribas, and Microsoft Chainlink Integrates with Canton's Institutional Blockchain^[3]. The Global Synchronizer ensures consensus and interoperability across Canton’s domains, enabling seamless data and asset transfers between blockchains. Chainlink’s co-founder Sergey Nazarov emphasized that the collaboration combines Canton’s compliance-first design with Chainlink’s infrastructure to unlock “large-scale real-world use cases” in institutional markets Chainlink Partners with Canton to Drive Institutional Adoption in ...^[4].

The partnership aims to streamline access to tokenized securities, stablecoins, and digital identity tools for financial institutions. For example, a bank issuing tokenized bonds on Canton could leverage Chainlink’s real-time data verification to confirm collateral values, reducing counterparty risk and operational costs Chainlink Chosen by Privacy-Focused Blockchain Canton to Push ...^[5]. Chainlink’s existing track record in securing $100 billion in decentralized finance (DeFi) and facilitating $25 trillion in transaction value underscores its capability to handle institutional-grade requirements Chainlink integrated into Canton Network as a super validator^[6]. Yuval Rooz, CEO of Digital Asset (Canton’s developer), stated the collaboration strengthens governance and expands opportunities for innovators in both traditional and decentralized finance Chainlink Joins Canton Network to Boost Institutional Blockchain …^[7].

Canton’s institutional adoption has accelerated with recent additions to its validator ecosystem. P2P.org became a validator in September 2025, while BNP Paribas and HSBC joined the Canton Foundation, the network’s governing body. The foundation, previously known as the Global Synchronizer Foundation, rebranded to align with Canton’s mission Chainlink Taps $6T Canton Network in Power Move to Push …^[8]. With 500 validators and growing institutional support, Canton is positioning itself as a scalable solution for tokenized assets and cross-chain applications. The integration of Chainlink’s services further enhances the network’s ability to meet compliance and privacy standards while connecting to broader blockchain ecosystems Chainlink integrated into Canton Network as a super validator^[9].

The partnership reflects broader trends in institutional blockchain adoption. Global banks and financial firms are increasingly exploring tokenized assets and stablecoin pilots, driven by the need for secure, interoperable systems. Chainlink’s entry into Canton aligns with these efforts, offering a proven infrastructure for real-world data integration and cross-chain communication. Analysts note that the collaboration could set a precedent for similar partnerships, as traditional finance seeks to leverage blockchain’s efficiency and transparency without compromising regulatory compliance Chainlink Partners with Canton to Drive Institutional Adoption in ...^[10].