SINGAPORE, Aug. 08, 2025 — Trident Digital Tech Holdings Ltd (NASDAQ: TDTH), a leading Singaporean firm specializing in digital transformation and Web 3.0 activation, has announced its intention to seek regulatory approval for stablecoin operations in several African nations. This initiative is designed to promote the use of Ripple USD (RLUSD), Ripple’s stablecoin pegged to the U.S. dollar, to improve financial inclusion and the digital payments infrastructure in Africa.

Strategic Background
TDTH recently demonstrated a forward-thinking approach to corporate crypto strategy by announcing plans to raise up to US $500 million to create a substantial corporate XRP treasury. The company intends to utilize staking mechanisms and strengthen its connection with the Ripple ecosystem. This action emphasizes TDTH’s dedication to decentralized finance as a driver of global financial progress.

African Expansion for RLUSD
Leveraging its expertise in Web 3.0 infrastructure and its recent public-private partnership in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) to launch “DRCPass,” TDTH is now expanding its focus to the stablecoin market. The company aims to obtain stablecoin licenses, specifically for RLUSD, in several African countries. This will facilitate digital dollar liquidity, streamline cross-border payments, and address existing challenges related to local currency liquidity.

Why RLUSD in Africa Makes Sense

1）Stablecoin momentum: Ripple’s RLUSD has quickly gained popularity, achieving a circulating supply of over US $500 million within months of its release.

2）Regional context: Africa is already seeing innovation in stablecoin payments, including initiatives such as Circle’s USDC partnership with Onafriq and Visa’s pilot programs through Yellow Card in select markets.

Quote from Leadership
“By seeking stablecoin licenses and promoting RLUSD adoption in Africa, we are advancing our goal of enabling Web 3.0 transformations in emerging markets,” stated Soon Huat Lim, Founder, Chairman, and CEO of Trident. “Our achievements with national digital identity systems and this bold new venture into stablecoins demonstrate our conviction that blockchain-based assets can revolutionize financial infrastructure in a safe, inclusive, and practical manner.”

Next Steps
TDTH is currently in preliminary discussions with regulatory bodies, financial institutions, and local partners to assess licensing procedures and infrastructure requirements. The objective is to commence phased rollouts in pilot countries by mid-2026, contingent on existing legal frameworks and market preparedness.

Company Overview
Trident Digital Tech Holdings, listed on Nasdaq, is committed to leading digital transformation, particularly through its primary blockchain identity platform, Tridentity. Through projects like the RDCPass in the DRC, which includes SIM-registration, e-government access, payments integration, and citizen identity services for the population, TDTH has established itself as a reliable Web 3.0 infrastructure partner in emerging markets.

About Trident

Trident is a major driver of digital transformation through technology optimization and Web 3.0 activation. Its main product, Tridentity, is a blockchain-based identity platform designed to provide secure single-sign-on authentication across various industries. Trident’s goal is to become a global leader in Web 3.0 enablement, connecting organizations with dependable and secure digital infrastructure while providing optimized user experiences, with a strong emphasis on Southern Africa and other rapidly growing markets.

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