Hamilton Labs, a fintech company, has announced that it has secured a strategic investment from AXIAN Investment, the venture capital arm of the AXIAN Group. The amount of the investment has not been disclosed. This funding round aims to accelerate the large-scale deployment of USDh, the stablecoin developed by the company, according to a press release published on March 25, 2026.
This investment marks AXIAN Investment’s second investment in stablecoin-related infrastructure, highlighting the group’s growing interest in digital financial technologies in emerging markets.
The new funding will allow Hamilton Labs to further expand its presence in Africa through integrations with fintech platforms. The goal is to offer individuals and businesses in Africa savings and cash management solutions denominated in dollars, accessible directly on the blockchain.
Hamilton Labs develops financial infrastructure to connect emerging markets to global dollar liquidity. Its flagship product, USDh, is an unpermissioned stablecoin pegged to the dollar, designed to provide on-chain access to sovereign yield opportunities.
AXIAN Investment continues its strategy of supporting the African technological ecosystem. To date, the organization has supported 33 startups and invested in 38 investment funds, actively contributing to innovation financing on the continent.
The AXIAN Group operates in 21 countries and is expanding its activities in five key sectors: energy, digibank & fintech, real estate, financial services, and telecommunications. This new investment confirms its commitment to accelerating digital transformation and financial inclusion in Africa.
