AEON, the omnichain payment and settlement layer for the AI economy, has entered into a partnership with X Layer, the Ethereum Layer 2 (L2) network developed by the OKX exchange. AEON and X Layer plan to expand real-world crypto payments in emerging markets and improve connectivity for merchants. The partnership will link blockchain activity to actual purchases, facilitating smooth scan-to-pay transactions across the region. It spans across Southeast Asia, Africa and Latin America, where users enjoy unified access via mobile payment rails.
Aeon x X layer🤝
We have integrated with @XLayerOfficial to bring scan-to-pay cryptocurrency payments to millions of people in emerging markets.
Users can now use AEON Pay to shop at over 50 million merchants built directly into OKX Pay.From on-chain activities to AI native commerce… pic.twitter.com/eOCK3OdbxL
— AEON.XYZ (@AEON_Community) December 29, 2025
Aeon and X Layer expand merchant network with scalable payment infrastructure
Aeon has expanded its payments network through organic growth, connecting millions of merchants via bank transfers and QR codes. Aeon facilitates payments for meals, services and convenience shopping, and the network improves retail access across urban and rural markets. AEON’s integration with X Layer will facilitate broader payments adoption, while AEON maintains aggressive onboarding in new geographies.
Within the Web3 mobile payment solution, this integration processes consistent transaction volumes and the platform reports increased user engagement. Aeon maintains trust through consistent operational performance, and the network records thousands of completed transactions across supported regions. Layer alignment expands reach while maintaining a single integration path for 50 million merchants.
Additionally, AEON supports emerging AI payment standards and payment formats, and the platform positions itself as a foundational payment layer. Agent-driven payment workflows are streamlined by Aeon, and the system facilitates effective value transfer between digital and physical environments. Both fintech companies are focusing on practicality while strengthening interoperability.
X-layer network performance and deployment environment
High-performance Ethereum Layer 2 functionality is provided by the X layer, allowing the network to process transactions with minimal fees and low latency. The X layer facilitates easy deployment of existing contracts, and the environment supports full EVM parity for developers. Production-grade applications are supported by AEON and X Layer integration utilizing this architecture.
The network provides a scalable infrastructure for continuous payment traffic, and the X Layer maintains Ethereum-level security guarantees. The platform enhances reliability for cross-market usage and supports high throughput of mobile-based activities. Use this framework to expand your real-world spending options.
X Layer makes blockchain more accessible with built-in payment options and transforms network assets into usable resources through partnerships. Such a strategy links on-chain and everyday activities, giving users a predictable route from wallet to store. AEON and X Layer ensure consistent payment implementation across different configurations.
OKX Pay Integration User Access and Payment Experience
OKX Pay embeds AEON’s Scan-to-Pay system within its mobile wallet, allowing supported users to directly enable payments. This integration connects crypto balances with merchant QR codes, and transactions are completed through the Aeon payment network. The fusion of Aeon and Xlayer enhances convenience with a single access point.
OKX Pay facilitates frictionless spending by local customers, and the service leverages Aeon’s merchant infrastructure. This experience connects wallets between in-store and online experiences, and payments are made through a consistent mobile channel. Continuity between user journeys is enhanced by their coordination.
The cooperation between OKX Pay and AEON will promote the use of blockchain in the real world, and the merger will support the transition to the use of crypto in the real world. This partnership increases the reliability of international market payments and provides a direct and easy way for payment transactions to take place. We are further expanding access to merchants and driving large-scale cryptocurrency payments in the real world.