METRA Group showcased its vision for gold-backed digital assets during its participation in WSIS Forum 2026 and AI for Good Global Summit 2026 in Geneva. The company positioned physical gold-backed digital asset infrastructure as a trusted foundation for value representation, transparency in digital finance, and cross-border market connectivity.
Strengthening Trust in the Digital Economy
During the UN-sponsored multilateral platform, METRA Group emphasized the growing importance of gold-backed digital assets in reinforcing trust, enhancing transparency, and enabling reliable value anchoring as the global economy transitions further into digital systems.
Key Session on AI and Climate Finance
The discussion took place in Session 562, an official thematic side event titled “AI-Driven Empowerment for Innovative Climate Finance.”
The session, part of the WSIS+20 implementation phase, explored the intersection of artificial intelligence, digital innovation, climate finance, and global carbon market governance, including discussions related to the Paris Agreement Article 6.
Strategic Dialogue with ITU
On the sidelines of the forum, METRA Group engaged in discussions with leadership from the International Telecommunication Union to explore collaboration on AI governance, trusted asset representation, and regulatory frameworks for gold- and metal-backed digital infrastructure.
These discussions highlighted the importance of transparent standards, verifiable data, and responsible digital systems.
A Core Question for Digital Finance
At the heart of METRA’s contribution was a critical question:
How can real-world value be accurately represented, anchored, and transferred within trusted and verifiable digital systems?
UAE and Global Collaboration
The session formed part of a broader UAE-linked engagement in Geneva, featuring the participation of Shaikh Hamad Rakadh Salem Hamad Alameri.
His presence reflected the UAE’s expanding role in shaping global dialogue on digital infrastructure and responsible technology development.
Additionally, Jeson Zheng highlighted the alignment of initiatives with the “We the UAE 2031” vision, focusing on digital economy growth, investment connectivity, and international partnerships.
Launch of Global Climate Finance Initiative
The Geneva engagement also witnessed the official establishment of the World Climate Finance Digital Asset Committee (WCFDAC), alongside a signing ceremony marking its launch as a collaborative initiative supporting climate finance and digital asset integration.
A New Model: Gold as a Digital Value Anchor
METRA Group introduced a framework for gold-backed digital assets, leveraging physical gold as a stable value anchor while integrating independent custody, auditability, transparency, and institutional trust into the system.
International Recognition and Award
During the event, METRA Group received the 2026 Innovative Climate Finance Institutional Award for exceptional achievements.
The recognition was presented by a former UN Under-Secretary-General and Dr. Luo Xiang, Chairman of UNGLEP, honoring the company’s contributions to climate finance innovation and trusted digital infrastructure.
Executive Insights on the Future of Finance
Brandon Dong emphasized that trust, transparency, and robust settlement infrastructure will define the next phase of digital finance.
He noted that as financial systems become increasingly digital and cross-border, trusted asset representation will be essential for market confidence and sustainable innovation.
Gold Meets Digital Transformation
Gold has historically served as a universal store of value across markets and economic cycles.
METRA Group’s approach integrates this traditional strength into modern digital financial systems, ensuring secure, verifiable, and responsible asset representation.
Building a Trusted Financial Future
METRA’s participation contributed to global discussions on enhancing trust, interoperability, and transparency in financial systems through digital infrastructure.
The focus remains on building long-term, sustainable frameworks rather than short-term market gains.
Beyond Innovation to Trust
As global markets evolve, the Geneva discussions underscored a key message: the future of digital finance depends not only on innovation and speed but also on credible value anchors, transparent governance, verifiable systems, and strong international cooperation.
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