VCI Global Confirms Gold Treasury Program with Physical and Tether Gold

On May 16, 2026, VCI Global (NASDAQ: VCIG) reiterated its Strategic Gold Treasury Program, confirming integration of physical gold holdings with Tether Gold (XAUT). The announcement follows the initial May 14 press release and adds details on XAUT's backing per Coingecko and Tether disclosures. The phased rollout remains conditional on market conditions, financing, operational readiness, and regulatory approvals. This development signals gradual institutional interest in combined physical and tokenized gold reserves, with potential mild bullish implications for XAUUSD if execution proceeds.