The $15 Trillion Industry XDC Is Targeting

On the fourth episode of The White Papers, XDC Network Head of Institutional Travis John explains how XDC Network is using blockchain infrastructure to modernize the trade finance industry by bringing it onchain. The conversation explores tokenized invoices, stablecoin settlement, fraud prevention, SME lending, and why trade finance remains one of blockchain’s most practical real-world use cases. OUTLINE: 00:00 - Introduction 00:50 - Understanding TradFi 01:25 - Why Blockchain Fits 02:35 - Why Trade Is Still Paper-Based 04:50 - Fraud in Trade Finance 06:28 - Tokenized Payments 07:34 - Trucking and SMEs 09:29 - Banks Join XDC 12:36 - Stablecoins Unlock Trade 15:17 - The Onchain Future 20:37 - What’s Next for XDC Disclosure: This episode was produced in paid partnership with XDC Network. Guest links: Travis John -   / travisjohn   XDC Network -   / xdcnetwork   -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Host links: Kelvin Sparks -   / imyoungsparks   The Block -   / theblockco   The Block Media -   / theblockpods   Subscribe to The Block's Newsletters! 🚨 Breaking News 👨‍🔬 Expert Analysis 📈 Market Insights Subscribe now 👉 https://www.theblock.co/newsletters -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Hiring in crypto? 🧠 Find top talent fast with Campus, powered by The Block! ✅ Challenge candidates with our Crypto Assessment Test ⚡ Hire faster, build stronger teams Start your free trial today 👉 https://theblock.co/campus