The WGC, in collaboration with Boston Consulting Group, introduced the platform to address inefficiencies in the fragmented digital gold ecosystem. The system connects the physical gold supply chain sourcing, vaulting, custody, inventory management, and redemption with digital layers such as issuance, transfers, and lifecycle management.
As of March 2026, the tokenized gold market is valued at approximately $5.5 billion, with Tether Gold (XAUT) and Paxos Gold (PAXG) dominating 92% of the market. However, limited interoperability, high costs, and trust concerns have slowed broader adoption. WGC’s platform seeks to overcome these barriers by offering a scalable, open infrastructure.
Strategic Impact
The platform introduces three synchronized layers physical, digital, and connecting to ensure real-time alignment between gold reserves and digital records. This innovation is expected to boost confidence among institutional investors, fintech firms, and asset managers, while making digital gold more accessible to retail investors.
Key Highlights
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WGC launches Gold as a Service shared infrastructure
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Connects physical custody with digital issuance and management
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Tokenized gold market valued at $5.5 billion in 2026
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Tether Gold and Paxos Gold hold 92% market share
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Platform aims to improve liquidity, trust, and scalability
Sources: World Gold Council