[PRESS RELEASE – Charlestown, Saint Kitts and Nevis, February 27th, 2025]
WeFi, the world’s first Deobank (Decentralized Onchain Bank), has launched Wenix, a mini-game developed natively for Telegram. Wenix integrates competitive skill-based gameplay with an earning mechanism connected to the WeFi ecosystem, combining entertainment with decentralized finance.
“Wenix is a unique blend of innovation and accessibility, aiming to bridge the gap between decentralized finance and the mainstream audience,” commented Roman Rossov, Chief Product Officer at WeFi. He added: “Leveraging Telegram’s vast reach, Wenix demonstrates how blockchain technology can be made engaging, intuitive, and rewarding for a broad audience, whether they’re exploring DeFi for the first time or are
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WeFi Launches Wenix, A Telegram Game Directly Contributing to Token Mining
1 day agoCharlestown, Saint Kitts and Nevis, January 29th, 2025, Chainwire
WeFi, the world’s first Deobank (Decentralized Onchain Bank), has launched Wenix, a mini-game developed natively for Telegram. Wenix integrates competitive skill-based gameplay with an earning mechanism connected to the WeFi ecosystem, combining entertainment with decentralized finance.
“Wenix is a unique blend of innovation and accessibility, aiming to bridge the gap between decentralized finance and the mainstream audience,” commented Roman Rossov, Chief Product Officer at WeFi. He added: “Leveraging Telegram’s vast reach, Wenix demonstrates how blockchain technology can be made engaging, intuitive, and rewarding for a broad audience, whether they’re exploring DeFi for the first time or are seasoned participants.”
Wenix
Everstake Makes Web3 More Developer-Friendly with a New Staking Integration
2 days ago[PRESS RELEASE – Miami, FL, February 26th, 2025]
Everstake, a leading global staking provider and blockchain solutions company, has introduced Wallet SDK, an open-source software development kit that enables seamless staking integration into wallets in a few hours — even for developers with no prior experience in the field.
Despite predictions that the number of global cryptocurrency users could reach 1 billion by 2031, technological complexity remains a major barrier to blockchain adoption, as only 0,08 to 1,1% of global IT engineers specialize in blockchain development.
With that in mind, Everstake developed the Wallet SDK to streamline the integration of staking functionality, saving software engineers time and effort. Wallet SDK supports multiple blockchains, including
Errol Musk Visits Dubai: $MuskIt Token Takes Center Stage in the Future of Musk Institute
2 days agoDubai, United Arab Emirates, February 26th, 2025, Chainwire
The MuskIt team was proud to host Errol Musk in Dubai for an exclusive four-day visit this week. As an honored guest of the MuskIt project, Errol Musk explored key locations for the proposed Musk Tower – a planned hub for global technology, blockchain innovation, and entrepreneurship. His visit marks a pivotal moment for MuskIt and the entire crypto community, solidifying the project’s commitment to real-world impact and lasting legacy as the first memecoin turning into a culture coin and real-world asset ownership. He spoke more about his vision in the exclusive interview with Arabian Gulf Business Insight here.
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Hemi Launching Mainnet on March 12, Uniting the Bitcoin and Ethereum Ecosystems Into a Single Supernetwork
3 days agoChicago, Illinois, February 25th, 2025, Chainwire
Powerful momentum continues after a record-breaking testnet phase, more than $300 million in total value locked (TVL), and dozens of ecosystem launch partners.
Hemi, a modular blockchain network powered by Bitcoin and Ethereum, today announced that it will launch its mainnet on March 12, 2025.
Key Facts
Launching its mainnet on March 12, Hemi is a modular blockchain network designed for superior scaling, security, and interoperability, unifying Bitcoin and Ethereum as a single supernetwork.
Over fifty protocols will be deployed on Hemi, including decentralized exchanges (e.g., Sushi, DODO, Izumi), lending protocols (e.g., LayerBank, ZeroLend), vaults (e.g., Nucleus, Concrete, VaultCraft), top LSTs and LRTs (e.g., Kelp, pumpBTC,
Bybit Releases API of Suspicious Wallet on “Black List” as Part of Recovery Bounty Program
5 days agoDubai, United Arab Emirates, February 23rd, 2025, Chainwire
Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, has announced a new API updating a black list of suspicious wallet addresses identified so far. The API will allow ethical security experts to race against time to streamline and expedite their efforts in recovering the compromised funds.
The current list of addresses is the result of the tireless work of some of the best white hats and investigators the industry has to offer, within three days of the largest heist in crypto. Bybit has received thousands of tips from colleagues in the industry, demonstrating a remarkable spirit of cooperation in the face of adversity.
As internal and external teams work diligently together, the elite task force confirmed
Acre Raises $4M at $90M Valuation, Unlocking Bitcoin-Native Compounding for BTC Holders
7 days ago[PRESS RELEASE – Dover, Delaware, February 21st, 2025]
With its Bitcoin-in, Bitcoin-out model, Acre simplifies compounding for BTC holders while empowering decentralized networks with economic security.
Acre, the first Bitcoin platform for compounding BTC, announced today the un-gating of its decentralized application (dApp) alongside a $4 million strategic funding round at a $90M fully diluted valuation. With over $100 million in Total Value Locked (TVL), Acre is the first platform designed to help Bitcoin holders securely compound their BTC while maintaining full control.
The launch of Acre’s dApp gives Bitcoin holders a simple, Bitcoin-native way to participate in decentralized finance (DeFi) opportunities. This funding round highlights growing confidence in Acre’s
Usual Raises $10M in Series A Round Led by Kraken Ventures and Binance Labs
December 23, 2024[PRESS RELEASE – Paris, France, December 23rd, 2024]
Usual, the decentralized stablecoin protocol, announces a $10M Series A funding round led by Binance Labs and Kraken Ventures, with participation from Galaxy Ventures, Guy from Ethena, Ondo, Coinbase Ventures, IOSG Ventures, OKX Ventures, Wintermute, Echo, Fasanara Digital, Symbolic Capital, Amber, GSR, Psalion, Hypersphere Ventures, Avid3, FunFair Ventures, Leadblock Partners, Phaedrus, JPEG Trading, White Loop Capital, and Krypital.
This funding milestone follows Usual’s achievements:
Surpassing $1.4B in Total Value Locked.
Ranking among the Top 5 stablecoins.
Usual is the first fiat-backed stablecoin to demonstrate sustained hypergrowth since Circle.
Pioneering a New Era for Stablecoins and leading DeFi
Usual aiming
New Crypto Casino Platform Winna.com Secures $15 Million in Seed Funding
December 23, 2024[PRESS RELEASE – San Jose, Costa Rica, December 23rd, 2024]
Winna.com, a crypto-focused casino gaming platform launched in the summer of 2024, has successfully raised $15 million in a seed funding round, as first reported by Crunchbase.
The investment will support Winna.com in enhancing its product offerings and accelerating its growth. The platform already boasts a thriving community of over 10,000 active players, signaling strong early traction in the competitive online gambling space.
Transforming Online Gambling Through Crypto
Paul Martens, CEO and Co-Founder of Winna.com, highlighted the growing appeal of crypto casinos. “More and more players are recognizing the significant advantages that crypto and Bitcoin casinos offer over traditional online platforms. Privacy
New Crypto Casino Platform Winna.com Secures $15 Million in Seed Funding
December 23, 2024San Jose, Costa Rica, December 23rd, 2024, Chainwire
Winna.com, a crypto-focused casino gaming platform launched in the summer of 2024, has successfully raised $15 million in a seed funding round, as first reported by Crunchbase.
The investment will support Winna.com in enhancing its product offerings and accelerating its growth. The platform already boasts a thriving community of over 10,000 active players, signaling strong early traction in the competitive online gambling space.
Transforming Online Gambling Through Crypto
Paul Martens, CEO and Co-Founder of Winna.com, highlighted the growing appeal of crypto casinos. “More and more players are recognizing the significant advantages that crypto and Bitcoin casinos offer over traditional online platforms. Privacy and the ability to gamble
AdEx Introduces AURA, Analyzing Web3 User Activity with AI for Advanced Targeting
December 23, 2024[PRESS RELEASE – Sofia, Bulgaria, December 23rd, 2024]
AdEx, the leading blockchain-based ad-tech platform, unveils AdEx AURA, a cutting-edge AI-powered onchain activity analyzer designed to enhance Web3 experiences. By analyzing publicly available data from Ethereum and Layer 2 blockchains, AURA delivers personalized insights that benefit users and business developers alike.
AdEx AURA leverages advanced AI models to process user blockchain activity, such as transaction patterns or app usage and suggests relevant actions or services. For example, AURA can identify if a user frequently trades on decentralized exchanges (DEXs) or recently bridged funds to a specific blockchain and recommend tailored actions on that chain, creating a seamless and intuitive user experience.
Acurast Unveils Processor Lite for iOS: Empowering iPhone Users to Join the DePIN Cloud Rebellion Secured by Polkadot
December 19, 2024[PRESS RELEASE – Zug, Switzerland, December 19th, 2024]
Acurast, a leader in decentralized confidential cloud computing, announces the launch of Acurast Processor Lite for iOS, now available on the Apple App Store. This application allows iPhone users to share their device’s computing power with Acurast’s decentralized confidential cloud network, offering an opportunity to earn rewards in return.
By harnessing the advanced processors in mobile devices, Acurast makes it possible for regular phones to operate as powerful computing providers. With this new expansion to iOS, Acurast’s ecosystem grows bigger, welcoming iPhone users into a network that’s changing the way cloud computing is done. This shift marks a step forward in accessibility and control over how compute power
WhiteBIT’s Institutional Focus Drives Trading Volume to Record $2.7 Trillion in 2024
December 19, 2024[PRESS RELEASE – Vilnius, Lithuania, December 20th, 2024]
Europe’s leading cryptocurrency exchange, WhiteBIT, concludes the year with notable achievements. The latest estimates reveal the company’s capitalization has reached $38.9 billion, while the annual trading volume surged to $2.7 trillion — a 200% increase compared to the previous year. These figures encompass all exchange markets (spot and futures), showcasing the company’s rapid growth and the increasing trust of its users.
For context, WhiteBIT’s trading volume surpassed major players like Kraken, whose annual trading volume stood at $628 billion. WhiteBIT’s trading volume exceeds the GDP of countries like Italy or Canada and approaches the GDP of France, valued at $3 trillion.
According to WhiteBIT Founder and
Pepeto Project Launches Utility-Driven Solutions for Memecoins
December 18, 2024[PRESS RELEASE – SAN FRANCISCO, United States, December 18th, 2024]
Pepeto: The God of Frogs with Utility and a Vision
Unlike other memecoins’ trading-centric approach, Pepeto offers a comprehensive utility-driven ecosystem. Pepeto, known as the God of Frogs, aims to adopt all future memecoins and elevate the sector through its zero-fee cross-chain exchange and bridge technology.
Pepeto’s Ecosystem Highlights:
Zero-Fee Exchange: A listing platform for emerging and established memecoins, ensuring cost-free trading for token owners and investors.
Cross-Chain Bridge: Seamless token swaps between blockchains, improving liquidity, accessibility, and collaboration across the entire crypto market.
Staking Rewards: Investors can earn additional rewards by staking $PEPETO,
Sophon Mainnet Goes Live with $500M TVL and Strategic Industry Collaborations
December 18, 2024[PRESS RELEASE – Dubai, India, December 18th, 2024]
Sophon has launched its mainnet, introducing the first-ever Validium on ZKsync powered by Avail DA. With over $500M in Total Value Locked (TVL) through the Sophon farming program, and a growing ecosystem of established partners, Sophon is paving the way for scalable, consumer-focused blockchain applications.
The launch comes with significant community support: over 120,000 node licenses purchased by more than 5,800 unique participants are now open for claiming. The SOPH token deploys today in a non-transferable state, with all transactions free for users during this initial phase. Node holders will begin getting rewards from January 1st, with full token transferability and trading expected in Q1 2025.
Launch Partners
dTRINITY Launches Subsidized Stablecoin Lending Protocol on Fraxtal L2
December 18, 2024[PRESS RELEASE – Singapore, Singapore, December 18th, 2024]
dTRINITY, a next-generation stablecoin liquidity protocol, has announced its mainnet debut on the Fraxtal L2 network. The platform is designed to lower interest expenses and improve yields for stablecoin users, addressing the key challenge of rising credit costs in DeFi.
At the core of dTRINITY is a protocol-native stablecoin (dUSD), which serves as the unified liquidity layer between its money markets (dLEND, an Aave v3 fork) and external liquidity pools (e.g., Curve). dUSD is backed 1:1 by an on-chain collateral reserve consisting of stablecoins such as USDC, FRAX, and DAI, as well as yieldcoins like sFRAX and sDAI. Exogenous yields from the reserve are redirected to fund ongoing interest rebates for dUSD
Pepeto Project Launches Utility-Driven Solutions for Memecoins
December 18, 2024SAN FRANCISCO, United States, December 18th, 2024, Chainwire
Pepeto: The God of Frogs with Utility and a Vision
Unlike other memecoins’ trading-centric approach, Pepeto offers a comprehensive utility-driven ecosystem. Pepeto, known as the God of Frogs, aims to adopt all future memecoins and elevate the sector through its zero-fee cross-chain exchange and bridge technology.
Pepeto’s Ecosystem Highlights:
Zero-Fee Exchange: A listing platform for emerging and established memecoins, ensuring cost-free trading for token owners and investors.
Cross-Chain Bridge: Seamless token swaps between blockchains, improving liquidity, accessibility, and collaboration across the entire crypto market.
Staking Rewards: Investors can earn additional rewards by staking $PEPETO, incentivizing long-term
MINGO, Hedera Based Wallet, Sets Sights on the Global Ticketing Industry
December 17, 2024Kingstown, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, December 17th, 2024, Chainwire
MINGO, a digital wallet built on the Hedera Hashgraph network, introduces an NFT-based Programmable Digital Ticketing (PDT) system to innovate the ticketing industry. By addressing critical issues such as fraud, scalping, and resale inefficiencies, MINGO delivers a secure and transparent solution trusted by leading names in sports and entertainment.
MINGO’s native token $MINGO is set to go live on Coinstore on Wednesday, December 18th, and more exchanges including BitMart by the end of the year, marking another milestone in MINGO’s mission to drive Web3 adoption.
Trusted by Industry Leaders
World Boxing Council (WBC)
Fight Circus
NUCA MMA
Comic-Con Ireland
Tyson Fury
Goldstar Promotions
Hedera
World Boxing Muay Thai
Shardeum Launches Final Stage of Incentivized Testnet Ahead of Mainnet Release
December 17, 2024[PRESS RELEASE – New York, New York, December 17th, 2024]
Shardeum reaches another key milestone on its roadmap to Mainnet
Shardeum, an autoscaling layer-1 blockchain ecosystem, announces the launch of Stage 4 of its Incentivized Testnet (ITN), which commenced today, Tuesday, December 17th, 2024. ITN Stage 4 will continue to test for any vulnerabilities and network issues, fully solidifying the network code ahead of Mainnet.
This announcement follows the successful completion of the first three stages of ITN, which saw over 17 million transactions, 99k participants, and 22k validators in just over two months from the commencement of ITN Stage 3. Stage 4 is expected to run for at least four weeks, and be the final ITN stage ahead of Mainnet.
Beyond the ITN, Shardeum has
Saga Launches Mainnet 2.0 to Transform Blockchain Economics, Partners with Uniswap
December 17, 2024[PRESS RELEASE – USA, USA, December 17th, 2024]
Saga, the Layer 1 blockchain protocol to launch Layer 1s, today announced its Mainnet 2.0, setting the stage for a fundamental transformation in how the blockchain industry approaches liquidity. The growing number of independent blockchains has created unprecedented challenges for liquidity management and cross-chain operations. This major upgrade lays the foundation for the Q1 2025 launch of Saga’s Liquidity Integration Layer (LiL), which will create a unified liquidity environment across all blockchain ecosystems. Combining LiL with a novel token economic design, Saga will be able to automate bridge and routing transactions and eliminate gas fees for users interacting with DeFi products on Saga.
Uniswap v3, the world’s
Promeet Raises $3.1M in Pre-Seed Funding to Transform Creator Monetization
December 17, 2024Dubai, United Arab Emirates, December 17th, 2024, Chainwire
Promeet, a platform designed to empower creators to monetize content, has successfully raised $3.1M in pre-seed funding. The investment will be used to accelerate product development and solidify Promeet’s position as a leading platform for content monetization. By combining videos, photos, meetings, and live streamings—with a blockchain-based transactional layer into a single platform, Promeet offers creators the ability to easily get paid and interact with their audience, all in one place.
Already live and operational, Promeet has onboarded thousands of creators, offering them a seamless, frictionless way to start monetizing their content immediately. By facilitating transactions via USDC on the Polygon network, Promeet ensures
TokenBuilder Releases 2025 Forecast on AI Integration and Fair Token Offerings
December 17, 2024Tortola, British Virgin Islands, December 17th, 2024, Chainwire
According to the prediction of Ransu Salovaara, CEO of TokenBuilder and a crypto veteran since 2014, the next twelve months will be pivotal in boosting transparency for token launches and integrating AI technology into new crypto projects. Salovaara, who helped raise token sales for major names in the industry, believes 2025 will be dominated by two major trends:
Fair Token Offerings (FTOs) — A push for more reasonable valuations and more equitable access for everyday investors
AI Tokens — A major leap forward where crypto meets advanced AI agents, opening fresh opportunities for projects and investors alike
“2024 was phenomenal, with Bitcoin hitting $100,000 on December 4th—CoinMarketCap confirms this milestone,” says
Xterio Partners with Reka to Build Emotionally Intelligent AI Agents for Gaming and Beyond
December 17, 2024Singapore, Singapore, December 17th, 2024, Chainwire
Xterio aims to redefine AI-human interaction with emotionally adaptive companions that evolve with users.
In an era where artificial intelligence is reshaping industries, Xterio is taking a bold step forward by partnering with Reka, a leading AI startup, to develop emotionally intelligent AI agents that promise to transform gaming, Web3, and beyond. These agents, powered by a proprietary emotion engine, are designed to interact, adapt, and evolve like human companions—offering more than just utility.
While AI has long played a role in gaming, from NPC behavior to immersive storytelling, Xterio and Reka are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. Their joint effort aims to create AI companions that can read and respond to emotions,
Flipster and OverProtocol Announce Partnership with $200,000 USDT Giveaway
December 17, 2024Warsaw, Poland, December 17th, 2024, Chainwire
Flipster, a fast-growing crypto exchange, has announced a collaboration with OverProtocol, a layer 1 blockchain, to launch an exclusive Flipster x OverProtocol campaign that features the OVER Launchpool and social media giveaway, offering users a combined prize pool of 200,000 USDT.
CEO of Flipster, commented, “We are proud to partner with OverProtocol, whose mission to create the world’s most decentralized and accessible network reflects our commitment to driving crypto ecosystem growth. By offering opportunities such as the OVER Launchpool, we’re making crypto more accessible, empowering our community to earn rewards, and helping to pave the way toward a more inclusive global economy.”
In the OVER Launchpool, Flipster users can stake OVER
Forte Unveils Open-Source Rules Engine to Support Safety and Economic Stability in Blockchain Development
December 16, 2024San Francisco, California, December 16th, 2024, Chainwire
Forte’s Open Source Rules Engine Empowers Web3 Developers with Dynamic On-Chain Compliance and Economic Solutions for Launching and Managing Digital Assets.
Forte has officially unveiled and launched the Forte Rules Engine, an open-source solution for developers to build safe, on-chain environments and manage digital asset economies for web3 apps. With the Rules Engine, developers can define and enforce rules, establish transaction guardrails, manage compliance obligations, and mitigate the risks of volatility and bad actors – all while supporting long-term digital asset utility and economic health.
Developers can now utilize the Forte Rules Engine by visiting: forte.io/developers
“The future of blockchain development is at a
ECM Coin Enhances E-Commerce with Blockchain Transparency and Androverse Integration
December 16, 2024[PRESS RELEASE – Kingstown, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, December 16th, 2024]
ECM Coin leverages blockchain to advance transparency, security, and smooth cross-border transactions in e-commerce. Its integration with Androverse adds innovative features like virtual real estate and secure, transparent payment systems for a more decentralized world.
The eCommerce Coin (ECM) incorporates blockchain technology into the online business environment, paving the way for advancements in cryptocurrency within e-commerce. By merging technology with business, ECM aims to foster a safer and more decentralized digital ecosystem.
Key Takeaways:
Works to transform e-commerce with secure, transparent blockchain-based transactions.
Enhances global trade efficiency through reduced costs
Vana Mainnet Goes Live with $VANA to Power Data as a New Asset Class in Global AI Economy
December 16, 2024[PRESS RELEASE – Georgetown, Cayman Islands, December 16th, 2024
During the testnet phase, over 1.3m users contributed more than 6.5m data points to train user-owned AI models. On mainnet, DataDAOs will leverage the $VANA token to enable users to collectively own, monetize and govern their personal data for a stake in the booming AI economy.
MONDAY, DECEMBER 16 2024 — Vana, the pioneering network for user-owned data, today announced the launch of its mainnet and native $VANA token. The launch marks a significant milestone in breaking through the data wall that’s limiting AI development while preserving privacy and giving users a stake in the value their data generates.
Developed by Open Data Labs — a San Francisco-based research and technology company born out of the MIT
Pepeto Introduces Advanced Features for Memecoin Enthusiasts
December 15, 2024London, united kingdom, December 15th, 2024, Chainwire
Pepeto is currently in its presale phase, with tokens priced at $0.000000098 per token.
Pepeto distinguishes itself with advanced features, including a zero-fee cross-chain bridge, an exchange tailored for the next generation of memecoins, and a staking platform aimed at rewarding participants for sustained engagement.
The official website for Pepeto is https://pepeto.io Users should exercise caution and not visit any unofficial platforms or google sponsored websites.
Pepeto’s Community Engagement through Thematic Storytelling
Pepeto sets itself apart with an engaging narrative, anchored by the God of Frogs’ quest to gather six sacred documents—P, E, P, E, T, and O. This storyline has generated interest across social media
Tomarket Partners with Aptos Foundation to Launch $TOMA and Build Future Products on Aptos
December 15, 2024[PRESS RELEASE – Victoria, Seychelles, December 14th, 2024]
Tomarket, an innovative Telegram mini-app bridging Web2 and Web3, has launched on the Aptos—a secure, scalable and feature-rich Layer-1 blockchain. Combining Tomarket’s large user base with Aptos’s advanced technology, the integration enhances scalability, user experience, and Web3 adoption. It also sets the stage for Tomarket’s upcoming $TOMA token launch, driving further growth and innovation.
Tomarket is a simple yet innovative mini-app on Telegram designed to seamlessly guide users from Web2 to Web3. By combining engaging gameplay with features like earning and trading, Tomarket simplifies blockchain technology for everyday users. Since its launch in July, the platform has experienced rapid growth, with 50
Dentity Acquires Trinsic’s Decentralized ID Platform to Expand Adoption of Web3 Digital Identities
December 13, 2024[PRESS RELEASE – Santa Monica, CA, December 12th, 2024]
The deal brings together industry leaders and sets the stage for the next era of decentralized digital identity
Dentity is proud to announce the acquisition of Trinsic’s decentralized identity assets, setting the stage for a dramatic expansion of Web3 identity solutions. These assets represents advanced decentralized identity infrastructure in the world, having enabled thousands of developers to build user-controlled identity features into their applications. With this move, Dentity aims to strengthen its position as a global leader in decentralized identity.
“Trinsic’s platform revolutionizes how consumers control and share their personal data,” said Jeff Schwartz, Founder and CEO of Dentity. “This acquisition brings