● Palmer, who co-founded Pairpoint, a Vodafone and Sumitomo venture, brings more than 25 years in telecom, including a decade leading blockchain and Web3 work for a global mobile operator 

● He advises the Association on adoption of Telcoin Network across mobile operators, mobile money providers, and the GSMA as the network approaches mainnet later this year 

● Palmer joins Parker Spann for a community X Space on Thursday, October 15, at 6:00 PM UK / 7:00 PM CET / 12:00 PM CT, 

LUGANO, SWITZERLAND, October 13, 2026 – The Telcoin Association, the independent Swiss Verein that governs Telcoin Network and TEL, today named David Palmer as its Strategic Telecom Advisor as Telcoin Network approaches mainnet later this year. Telcoin Network is a public blockchain validated exclusively by GSMA mobile network operators. 

As Strategic Telecom Advisor, Palmer advises the Association on strategy, positioning, and value proposition development for Telcoin Network across mobile operators, mobile money providers, and the GSMA. His work centers on operator participation in the network, the application ecosystem built on it, and the network’s position within the GSMA. He has worked alongside the Association in this role over the past several months.

Mobile operators exploring blockchain face the same choice: launch a localized network of their own, adopt a public chain built for someone else, or run an enterprise chain with no real industry alignment behind it. Telcoin Network takes a different path: one industry standard, owned and governed by the operators who secure it. Validator onboarding with mobile operators is underway ahead of mainnet. 

“The industry that standardized GSM, SMS, and roaming is built to coordinate a global standard for money,” said Parker Spann, Founder of the Telcoin Association. “Telcoin Network gives operators that standard to own and govern together. David has spent 25 years in telecom and the last decade bringing blockchain into it. He has been part of this work for months, and today we make it official.” 

Palmer led blockchain exploration for Vodafone IoT, where he took the first IoT Web3 proof of concept and turned it into an MVP platform within a global operator; as a result, he co-founded Pairpoint, a Vodafone and Sumitomo venture. He holds multiple patents in telecom and blockchain, sits on the board of the Asia Web3 Alliance, and is the author of “The Business of the Metaverse: How Organisations Can Optimize the Opportunities of Web3 and AI.” He is a regular speaker on Fintech and Web3 at MWC and spoke at the GSMA’s Agentic AI Summit at MWC Barcelona in 2026. 

“Mobile operators already run the world’s most trusted networks for communication. Telcoin Network lets them extend that trust to money, on a standard they own rather than rent,” said Palmer. “There are over 8 billion mobile phones and more than 20 billion machines connected by mobile operators around the world. A trust layer run by those operators has the potential to unlock the AI and machine economies and bring a new era of value for the industry.” 

Palmer and Spann will discuss his work and take questions from the community in an X Space on Thursday, October 15, at 6:00 PM UK / 7:00 PM CET / 12:00 PM CT, hosted on @telcoinTAO: Telcoin Association (@TelcoinTAO) / X. 

Sources: Statista, Connected Devices Worldwide; Statista, IoT Connected Devices Worldwide; Ericsson, Mobility Report: Key Figures. 

ABOUT THE TELCOIN ASSOCIATION 

The Telcoin Association is the independent Swiss Verein that governs Telcoin Network and TEL, the blockchain and token standard for the global telecommunications industry. GSMA mobile network operators validate Telcoin Network exclusively, and they own and govern the network they secure. By aligning mobile networks around one industry standard, Telcoin

Network brings the local currencies, economies, and users they serve into a shared global ledger for money, markets, and ultimately every good and service. Telcoin Inc., a regulated global digital asset banking group, is the Association’s Founding commercial member. Learn more at www.telcoin.org. 

MEDIA CONTACT 

Telcoin Autonomous Ops – Media Relations – media@telcoin.org 

Medium – https://telcoin-tao.medium.com/ 

SOURCE Telcoin Association

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RYO Digital and GRNX Global Partner to Revolutionize Global Grain Trade with Blockchain Innovation Tokyo, May 6, 2025 – RYO Digital and GRNX Global have officially entered into a working agreement to redefine the global grain trading industry through blockchain technology. This strategic collaboration brings together RYO Digital’s next-generation digital payment ecosystem and GRNX Global’s GrainX Protocol grain tokenization platform, creating unparalleled efficiency, transparency, and accessibility in global commodity trading.

Transforming Global Grain Trading

The $1.6 trillion global agricultural commodities market has long been plagued by inefficiencies, slow transactions, and outdated financial systems. RYO Digital and GRNX Global are changing that by bringing decentralization, security, and frictionless payments to international grain trade.

Through this collaboration:

• RYO Digital will serve as a trusted payment solution, offering lower costs, faster settlement, and enhanced security compared to traditional banking mechanisms.

• GrainX Global will facilitate a seamless, traceable, and smart-contract-driven marketplace for Canadian grain exports, particularly to Japan’s multi-billion-dollar beer brewing industry.

• GrainX Protocol will provide new financial tools to facilitate faster farmer payments and lower cost grain buyer inventory lending, which will strengthen the agriculture financial ecosystem.

• Blockchain-backed lending pools will revolutionize trade finance, ensuring liquidity and reduced risk for producers, buyers, and traders alike.

A Groundbreaking Synergy

This alliance represents a powerful integration between digital assets and real-world commerce. RYO Digital, a project built from Japan, and recognized for its compliance with Japan’s stringent regulations, provides a stable and secure means for commodity transactions, eliminating inefficiencies associated with fiat-based trade. Meanwhile, GRNX Global’s platform enables real-time settlement, automated contract execution, and verifiable supply chain transparency for grain producers and exporters.

Disrupting Japan’s Agricultural Supply Chain

Japan’s agricultural and brewing industries rely heavily on high-quality Canadian grain. Through this partnership:

• RYO Digital will enable Japanese buyers, including major brewing companies, to seamlessly purchase Canadian grain with instant, low-cost blockchain transactions.

• GRNX Global will ensure full traceability, smart contract settlements, and improved financial instruments to modernize international trade.

• The collaboration will support Japan’s push for blockchain adoption, ensuring compliance with financial regulations.

Blockchain’s Role in the Future of Commodity Trading

This partnership redefines how blockchain is applied to real-world industries. Beyond digital transactions, RYO Digital and GRNX Global are reshaping the way commodities are traded, financed, and settled.

• Real-World Utility: Unlike speculative cryptocurrency projects, GrainX Protocol is directly tied to real-world trade, creating measurable economic benefits for businesses and industries.

• Institutional-Grade Trust: By aligning with regulatory frameworks and integrating blockchain into established industries, RYO Digital, GRNX Global, and GrainX Protocol are positioned as the go-to digital asset for compliant and secure payments.

• Scalability & Growth: The model created through this partnership can be replicated across other commodity sectors, including oil, metals, and other agricultural exports.

• As part of their commitment to sustainable trade, RYO Digital and GRNX Global will explore blockchain-based carbon credit integration to incentivize eco-friendly agricultural practices. This initiative will enhance transparency in carbon trading while supporting greener supply chains.

Executive Endorsement

Anthony Diaz, Founder & Chairman of the RYO Project, stated: “This partnership with GRNX Global and GrainX Protocol is a game-changer. Together, we are not just integrating blockchain into commodity trading—we are transforming an entire industry. By bridging traditional markets with cutting-edge digital assets, we are creating real economic value, driving financial innovation, and setting a new global standard for efficiency, transparency, and accessibility in trade.”

Jason Dearborn, CEO of GRNX Global, added: “Partnering with RYO Digital allows us to unlock the full potential of blockchain in the agricultural trade sector. The integration of digital assets into global grain trading is long overdue, and this initiative will be a game-changer for exporters, buyers, and financial institutions alike. GRNX Global is looking forward to working with such an innovative and respected global digital payment ecosystem partner.”

About RYO Digital

RYO Digital is a next-generation digital payment ecosystem designed to revolutionize global transactions by providing a compliant, efficient, and secure alternative to traditional financial systems. Built for mass adoption and real-world application, RYO Digital integrates cutting-edge blockchain technology with seamless payment solutions. www.ryocoin.com

About GRNX Global

GRNX Global is a Canadian partner-driven ecosystem committed to improving the financial outcomes for Canadian grain farmers and licensed grain buyers through integrated technology, services, and financing solutions. It is an innovative blockchain solutions provider focused on real-world asset tokenization, smart contract automation, and trade finance transformation. Through its flagship GrainX Protocol token, GRNX Global is pioneering the digitalization of agricultural commodity trading, enabling seamless cross-border transactions with blockchain technology. www.grnx.global

About GrainX Protocol

GrainX Protocol is a CeDeFi solution unlocking liquidity for the global grain trade by connecting onchain capital with real-world grain contracts, market data, and verified delivery records. Developed in partnership with GRNX Global, GrainX Protocol aims to become the financial layer for decentralized agricultural commerce. GrainX Protocol has recently opened their token seed round which is available to investors via a SAFT. www.grainx.fi

For media inquiries, partnership opportunities, or additional information, please contact:

RYO:

pr@ryocoin.com www.ryocoin.com

GRNX Global:

Ken Jackson – kjackson@grnx.global www.grnx.global

REVOLUTIONIZING THE FUTURE OF GLOBAL TRADE WITH THE POWER OF BLOCKCHAIN TECHNOLOGY.

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