Revolut has added support for the XYO token, and it is a small but interesting signal for the industry. XYO is one of the earliest DePIN projects and is known for its network of nodes that produce location and environmental data. The idea is simple. Instead of relying on centralised infrastructure, the network collects real-world data through distributed devices and makes it available to applications that need verified information.

Why this matters for accessibility

Revolut usually focuses on assets with clear consumer demand, so seeing a DePIN token in that list suggests that infrastructure projects are becoming easier for a general audience to understand. You no longer need specialist wallets or dedicated exchanges to access these networks. A typical Revolut user can now buy a token linked to physical-world data systems in the same way they would buy Bitcoin or Ethereum.

What this means for XYO

For XYO, the listing acts as a bridge from Web3 communities into mainstream fintech. The project has been operating for several years and has built a large node network, but it has mostly lived inside crypto circles. Revolut changes that dynamic. Millions of users will see the token in their asset list without ever visiting a crypto exchange. It is a simple visibility boost, but visibility still matters.

The larger industry shift

There is also a broader industry angle. Fintech apps are slowly diversifying their token offerings toward assets with utility beyond payments. Blockchains that support data verification, physical infrastructure or automation tend to attract interest from companies experimenting with AI workflows or supply chain processes. As these technologies gain more practical use cases, consumer platforms start to treat them less like speculative instruments and more like digital infrastructure.

Revolut’s move does not mean every user is suddenly going to care about DePIN. Most probably will not. But it shows that a general consumer product is now comfortable offering a token tied to physical-world data validation. A few years ago, that would have looked too niche for a mass-market app.

Key takeaways for fintech startups

A short summary before you apply this to your own strategy.

• Mainstream fintech apps are starting to include tokens linked to infrastructure and data networks.
  
  
• DePIN is becoming easier for non-technical users to access.
  
  
• Real-world data verification is gaining commercial relevance for AI, logistics and digital services.
  
  
• Visibility on large consumer platforms still influences adoption and credibility.

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