Zhaojin Mining partners with Ant Digital to integrate blockchain, AI

Zhaojin Mining Industry Company Limited announced a strategic collaboration with Ant Digital Technologies, a member of Ant Group, through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Hong Kong Zhaojin Mining Company Limited. The memorandum of understanding, signed on November 3, 2025, aims to leverage blockchain and AI for the digitization and tokenization of overseas gold assets, intelligent supply chain management, and trusted value delivery in sustainability and ESG. This partnership is expected to drive digital transformation within the gold industry and create new growth opportunities for Zhaojin Mining.

This collaboration aligns with Zhaojin Mining’s strategic move into the digital technology sector, reflecting a broader response to the national strategy for developing the digital economy. The company's board views this as a key initiative to enhance its industrial strengths and benefit its shareholders.

As of October 31, 2025, the company’s total authorized and registered share capital stands at RMB3,542,393,204, with 660,837,607 domestic shares and 2,881,555,597 H shares.