Xiaomi announced a strategic partnership with the SEI network to provide direct access to cryptocurrencies for millions of users around the world starting in 2026. This initiative represents one of the largest consumer distribution campaigns in the history of blockchain.
The new Xiaomi phones (outside of China and the United States) will come pre-loaded with the SEI wallet and the Web3 discovery app, making it easier for new users to enter the world of cryptocurrencies without the need for secret phrases or installing additional apps.
Stablecoin payment experiments will also be conducted in areas such as Hong Kong and the European Union during the second quarter of 2026, paving the way for the use of SEI in everyday transactions.
This step is considered a structural bullish signal for the SEI token, as it makes the network the first blockchain that users directly encounter on a popular smartphone, increasing the likelihood of widespread and actual adoption upon device launch.
Summary:
Xiaomi's partnership with SEI transforms digital currencies from an optional choice to a default availability on consumer devices, opening up great prospects for expanding real usage and enhancing network economics in the future.
