Nomura's Laser Digital Invests in ZIGChain to Boost Onchain Private Credit in UAE

Nomura's digital asset subsidiary, Laser Digital, has made a strategic investment in ZIGChain, a blockchain platform focused on advancing onchain private credit solutions in the United Arab Emirates. This move underscores the growing institutional interest in decentralized finance (DeFi) and real-world asset tokenization within the region. By backing ZIGChain, Laser Digital aims to leverage blockchain technology to enhance transparency, efficiency, and accessibility in private credit markets, aligning with the UAE's vision to become a global hub for digital finance innovation. The partnership is expected to drive further adoption of ZIG (ZIG) token and expand the ecosystem for institutional-grade onchain lending.