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Barcelona, Spain, January 17th, 2025, Chainwire

• As an EU-licensed service provider, Vottun’s latest push for blockchain innovation through a ‘Code-to-Earn’ model is aimed at onboarding the next million developers to Web3
• Backed by Draper, Macclin Capital, and Nebula Ventures among others, Vottun expects to significantly ramp up its developer count from 3,000 to 20,000, with a special focus on attracting talent from emerging economies

Vottun, a multi-chain developer platform, has announced the launch of its tokenized ‘code-to-earn’ platform aimed at empowering the next million Web3 developers to effortlessly build next-generation dApps. By eliminating the need for blockchain expertise and incentivizing innovation, Vottun aims to encourage greater participation globally and create a more level playing ground for developers to create dApps, tokens, and DeFi tools while earning rewards for their work.

As a developer-first platform, Vottun is especially focused on attracting developers from emerging economies, providing them with an accessible and rewarding pathway into the Web3 ecosystem. Developers can select from custom templates designed for blockchain projects, or start from scratch using dynamic APIs, and build dApps with limited to no exposure to development. Additionally, Vottun welcomes crypto enthusiasts without development skills to actively engage and participate in new projects, fostering a vibrant ecosystem of collaboration and creativity. With a thriving community of over 50,000 members actively participating in airdrops, challenges, and other fun and engaging activities, developers can launch their ventures with the support of a passionate and dynamic network. In short, allowing entrepreneurs to focus on creating business value from Web3. 

“Growing the Web3 ecosystem requires a solid backbone of developers, whose ideas can be easily transformed into working systems,” said Luis Carbajo, CEO & Co-Founder of Vottun. “By breaking down barriers in Web3 development and incentivising efforts toward product development, we aim to encourage the next million Web2 developers to launch innovative dApps and thus drive greater adoption of blockchain use cases globally.”

Vottun’s multi-chain approach integrates seamlessly with leading blockchain networks and partners, including DEXTools, Fireblocks, Circle, and Certik, ensuring robust support for developers and enterprises. With its comprehensive tech stack for multi-chain interoperability and an EU-licensed service provider, Vottun aims to offer the right infrastructure and support to unlock untapped potential and eventually diversify blockchain development globally. The company presently boasts of a 3,000-strong developer community with a goal of onboarding over 20,000 in the next 12 months, a feat that will see it double the total number of all developers currently active in Web3. 

Private LCO on PAID

Vottun is slated to hold its Private LCO from January 21st-22nd on the PAID launchpad, as it prepares for its much anticipated TGE later this quarter. Already a partner to retail users and enterprises globally, Vottun was recently in the news for its collaboration with Arbitrum to advance blockchain scalability and interoperability. The company’s client roster includes some of the world’s top brands, including Nestle, PwC, The World Bank, and Chupa Chups, among others.

Developers and blockchain enthusiasts are invited to explore Vottun’s platform and become part of its growing community at www.vottun.com/.

Investors can find more details about Vottun’s upcoming Private LCO here.

About Vottun

Vottun is a blockchain innovation company focusing on enhancing the Developer Ecosystem by providing developers with everything they need to build, scale, and launch cross-chain dApps. The company’s mission is to support developers transitioning from working in the world of web2 — from those with no prior blockchain programming experience to web3 enthusiasts — by giving them cutting-edge tools to begin building dApps, Tokens, Marketplaces, and DeFi projects, to create valuable new business models, processes and services in web3.

Contact

Account Manager
Aroma K
Luna PR
aroma@lunapr.io

Singapore, Singapore, January 17th, 2025, Chainwire

DeFi Agents AI (DEFAI) has raised $1.2M, supporting its efforts to improve the way users interact with decentralized finance. With the trading tool powered by AI, the platform aims to transform how users interact with decentralized finance, offering innovative tools and enhanced accessibility.

DEFAI: Decentralized Finance Meets Artificial Intelligence

DEFAI (Decentralized Finance & Artificial Intelligence) represents an emerging sector with significant potential. Experts anticipate that the DEFAI market could grow to $20 billion, positioning it as a key trend within the crypto industry.

By leveraging AI, DEFAI simplifies trading, automates complex tasks, and improves accessibility, making decentralized finance more approachable to a broader audience.

DeFi Agents AI: Combining AI and DeFi for Smarter Trading

DeFi Agents AI is an AI-powered trading assistant designed to empower traders with innovative tools, including automated trading, and real-time market insights. The platform offers intuitive solutions for navigating the fast-paced crypto market, catering to both experienced traders and newcomers.

With support from notable launchpads such as GameFi.org, eesee.io, and SETAI Agents, DeFi Agents AI is positioned as a notable participant in the emerging DeFAI movement, as the platform prepares for its token launch on Base Network.

The upcoming launch of $DEFAI further solidifies DeFi Agents AI’s commitment to scalability and innovation. By leveraging Base Network’s high throughput and low transaction costs, DeFi Agents AI seeks to deliver efficient and accessible trading solutions for its users.

Over 11,000 DAU from Alpha App Version

DeFi Agents AI has onboarded over 11,000 active users, reaching 720,000 interactions within two weeks of the Alpha launch. These notable milestones reflect the platform’s adoption and appeal to newcomers.

With $5M in assets under management and $2.3B in trading volume generated, DeFi Agents AI is setting a high standard in the DeFAI sector. Backed by a diverse network of top-tier investors, leading VCs, influential KOLs, and blockchain pioneers, the platform continues to demonstrate its potential to lead and define new trends in decentralized finance.

DeFi Agents AI’s Unique Features

DeFi Agents AI distinguishes itself with its ability to automate trading while maintaining a user-centric design. Its advanced AI algorithms analyze real-time market data to predict trends and execute trades efficiently. 

The platform integrates with major exchanges, including Binance, OKX, and Bybit, allowing users to execute transactions securely and seamlessly without transferring funds to third-party platforms.

Future Developments for DeFi Agents AI

As the Mainnet launch draws closer, DeFi Agents AI is preparing to introduce new features aimed at enhancing the decentralized finance experience.

One key advancement is the introduction of the first-ever restaking layer, where users can stake $DEFAI to potentially benefit from profit sharing and additional rewards. Through staking, users will also receive AI training tickets, enabling them to contribute to the system’s development and create fully automated trading tools customized to their unique preferences.

“We’re not just building a trading assistant – we’re creating a smarter, safer future for DeFi,” said Ming, CEO of DeFi Agents AI.

In addition, the platform is expanding its ecosystem through collaborations with leading DeFi and AI innovators. These advancements reflect the platform’s commitment to integrating AI and DeFi to deliver innovative and accessible financial solutions

About DeFi Agents AI

DeFi Agents AI (DEFAI) is an AI-powered trading assistant that integrates automation, advanced analytics, and secure access to major exchanges to redefine how users engage with decentralized finance. With a mission to make crypto trading smarter and more accessible, DeFi Agents AI is set to define the next wave of innovation in blockchain technology.

Website: https://defiagents.ai.

Twitter / X: https://x.com/AIDeFiAgents

Telegram: https://t.me/defiagentsai

Contact

CMO
Oliver Green
DeFI Agents AI
oliver@defiagents.ai

Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands, January 17th, 2025, Chainwire

Reppo Labs, a Crypto x AI company spun out of Protocol Labs Venture Studio in March 2024, has successfully raised $2.2 million in funding to develop critical infrastructure that enables permissionless collaboration on niche datasets between data owners/warehouses and AI developers and agents. Using Reppo as a connective tissue, AI agents can directly relay needs and negotiate data access from owners across the spectrum without intermediaries, unlocking price discovery and demand for data that would otherwise remain siloed. To facilitate this, the team is building an intent-centric Data Exchange, powered by Anoma and secured by Gateway Protocol.

Reppo’s unique approach leverages programmable IP co-ownership as the incentive mechanism to ensure fair use and compensation for data owners—who may not know the immediate value of their data—to benefit from downstream revenue generated by derived IP and its usage.

Raghav (RG) Rmadya, CEO and Founder of Reppo Labs, commented

“Anyone claiming to build a blockchain specifically for AI is most likely a scam. It’s nothing more than a narrative play. Most blockchains today can already support agentic workflows and AI applications. The more likely future is that each agent or application will have its own chain. In such a world, models, agents, and applications will need permissionless ways to self-source their fuel i.e. data to grow and stay relevant. The days of spoon-feeding AI will soon be over.

Unfortunately, current data sources and pipelines are drying up. Ilya Sutskever highlighted this problem at NeurIPS last year, and the recent acquisition of Carbon by Perplexity underscores the growing demand for novel data connectors in the AI industry. Web3 has experimented with DataDAOs as a potential solution, but they are yet to prove scalable. Not all data in the world is user-owned; business-owned data is vast and often untapped. For instance, DePIN node operators generate enormous amounts of operational data that might seem mundane to some but is gold to us.

Incentives for these data owners are completely missing. When off-chain dark data becomes accessible to AI builders and agents, amazing things can happen. One example is our work incubating AI auditors for solar farms on the Glow Network. These auditors, trained entirely on off-chain data, automate and decentralize network audits that currently rely on centralized actors. The same applies to many other DePINs.

The Crypto x AI ecosystem is starved for niche and novel data—the ‘good nectar.’ Anyone building ‘decentralized’ models or agents today either relies on the same on-chain data streams, pre-cleaned and parameterized datasets, or centralized LLMs trained on a mere 0.1% of the world’s data while competing in a zero-sum game. It’s ironic, to say the least.”

Brad Holden, Partner at Protocol VC, said,

“What excites us about Reppo is the team’s ability to contextualize and solve challenges they encountered during their time at Filecoin for the broader Web3 and AI ecosystem. Their focus on making off-chain data accessible to build practical AI/ML models and agents is critical for tackling bottlenecks like insurance underwriting, node auditing, and SLA management for blockchain networks, especially for DePINs that we at Protocol VC are ultra bullish on. Few teams take such a systems approach to solving wicked problems and it was a no-brainer for us to partner with Reppo. I’m ecstatic about their mission to democratize permissionless access to previously untapped data for AI developers and agents.”

The $2.2 million funding included participation from Protocol Labs, CV VC, CMS Holdings, and a significant portion was raised on Echo.xyz, the first allocation being sold out in less than 10 minutes. Notable angel investors include Charles Songhurst, Lincoln from MH Ventures, Dieter Fishbein from Anoma, Thomas France (Ledger co-founder), Nicolas Pinto (Cygni Labs) and more.

About Reppo

Reppo is the permissionless coordination layer for AI Systems to collaborate with Data, Infra, and Capital, democratizing access to resources and empowering developers and agents to build whatever they desire. Headquartered in Cayman Islands, the team comprises global talent with deep expertise in AI/ML, blockchain, crypto, and Web3 ecosystem.

Users can learn more at https://reppo.xyz/ and follow Reppo on Twitter (X) and LinkedIn.

Contact

CEO
RG Rmadya
Reppo Labs
rg@reppo.xyz

Victoria, Seychelles, January 16th, 2025, Chainwire

Recently, despite the pressure due to the appeal of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, XRP has shown strength, with market sentiment reaching new highs. Multiple positive factors have driven XRP’s price to soar, and analysts are optimistic about its prospects, predicting a potential breakthrough of the $5 milestone. In this regard, BYDFi has consistently retained its position as the go-to trading platform for XRP investors, thanks to its robust user base and superior trading matching system.

SEC’s Appeal Fails to Shake Ripple’s Confidence

On January 15, 2025, the SEC formally filed an appeal with the Second Circuit Court to overturn Judge Analisa Torres’ July 2023 ruling. The SEC argues that Ripple’s sale of XRP to retail investors qualifies as an unregistered securities offering. Using the Howey Test, the SEC claims Ripple’s promotional activities created profit expectations, thus constituting an investment contract.

Ripple’s Chief Legal Officer Stuart Alderoty responded:

“As expected, the SEC’s appeal brief is a rehash of already failed arguments –and likely to be abandoned by the next administration. We’ll respond formally in due time. For now, know this: the SEC’s lawsuit is just noise. A new era of pro-innovation regulation is coming, and Ripple is thriving.”

This legal battle, ongoing since December 2020, remains one of the most closely followed developments in the crypto industry.

XRP’s Technical and Sentiment Synergy Drives a Bullish Outlook

Despite the SEC’s appeal, XRP’s market performance has remained unshaken, exhibiting a strong bullish trend. As of now, XRP is priced at $3.2657, marking a 7-year high. Its 24-hour trading volume has surged to nearly $25 billion, with a total market capitalization of $187.485 billion, surpassing USDT and ranking third globally among cryptocurrencies.

Technical analysis indicates that XRP has broken past key resistance levels, with bulls firmly in control. In a favorable macroeconomic environment, XRP is expected to challenge the $5 target in the near term.

Global Search Trends and Whale Activity Boost XRP Confidence

XRP’s global search popularity has surpassed Bitcoin on Google, reflecting heightened market interest. This suggests investors may be shifting capital from Bitcoin to XRP, further fueling optimism.

Data from analytics firm Santiment shows a continuous increase in whale interest in XRP. Since November 12, addresses holding 1 to 10 million XRP have added 1.4 billion tokens, worth over $3.8 billion. Even during price consolidations following early 2024 highs, whales maintained their accumulation behavior signaling that XRP’s appeal to institutional and large-scale investors is steadily increasing.

XRP’s strong performance is not only attributed to positive legal developments but also its expanding ecosystem. The potential approval of an XRP spot ETF is a core driver of market optimism. According to a JPMorgan report, an approved ETF could attract $4 billion to $8 billion in net new assets.

BYDFi Exchange: The Top Platform for XRP Investors

As XRP continues its upward trajectory, BYDFi stands out as the preferred platform for investors, thanks to its cutting-edge technology and strong user foundation.

• Comprehensive Trading Options: BYDFi offers spot trading, perpetual contracts, and leveraged tokens, providing a flexible trading environment for users.
• Low Fees and Efficient Matching System: Investors highly praise BYDFi for its competitive fees and high-speed matching system.
• Trusted and Reliable: On social media and in professional communities, investors generally view BYDFi as a stable, secure, and efficient trading service, making it the ideal choice for XRP investment.

Michael, Co-Founder of BYDFi, stated:

“In the fast-evolving global crypto market, we remain committed to user-centric innovation. With low fees, high liquidity, innovative trading features, adherence to global compliance standards, and multi-layered security measures, BYDFi provides a world-class trading experience, helping users seize market opportunities.”

Currently, BYDFi is offering a special welcome bonus of up to 8,100 USDT for new users. Visit the official BYDFi website or download the app for more details.

About BYDFi

Founded in 2020, BYDFi is ranked among Forbes’ top 10 global crypto exchanges and trusted by over 1,000,000 of users worldwide. The platform supports over 600 cryptocurrencies for spot trading and offers perpetual contracts with leverage ranging from 1x to 200x, meeting diverse user needs. Strategic partnerships with leading payment providers like Banxa, Transak, and Mercuryo simplify the crypto purchasing process, ensuring low-cost transactions.

• Website: https://www.bydfi.com
• Customer Support: CS@bydfi.com
• Business Inquiries: BD@bydfi.com
• Media Contact: media@bydfi.com
• Social Media: Twitter | LinkedIn | Facebook | Telegram | YouTube

Contact

Senior Marketing Director
Chloe
BYDFi Fintech LTD
chloe@bydfi.com

Toronto, Canada, January 16th, 2025, Chainwire

Torram, a Web2.5 infrastructure company, has announced the successful closure of its $710,000 pre-seed funding round in early December 2024. The company is focused on developing institutional-grade decentralized finance (DeFi) infrastructure directly on Bitcoin, positioning itself as a key enabler of innovation in the evolving financial ecosystem.

The funding round included participation from prominent investors such as Draper Associates, Blockchain Founders Fund, Boost VC, Side Door Ventures, Deep Ventures, MH Ventures, Silvermine Capital, and Trive Digital.

“This oversubscribed round is a testament to the growing demand for infrastructure that meets institutional needs,” said Vakeesan Mahalingam, CFA, CEO of Torram. “We’re building what others haven’t dared to—seamless, reliable systems on Bitcoin that will redefine the trillion-dollar financial landscape.”

Building Institutional DeFi on Bitcoin

Every day, billions of dollars move between institutions on invisible financial infrastructure. Torram’s mission is to replicate that seamless reliability within DeFi. By developing advanced enablement technology, Torram empowers companies to build robust Bitcoin-native applications while enabling institutions to leverage Bitcoin as a secure settlement layer for financial transactions.

“Our goal is simple,” explains Mahalingam. “We’re building infrastructure that powers institutional DeFi—utilizing Bitcoin’s security, DeFi’s innovation, and bank-grade reliability.”

Torram’s Bitcoin-native toolkit will include:

• Decentralized Oracle Network: Real-time, secure data feeds for institutional use, enabling high-stakes operations. Imagine financial data stored on Bitcoin blockchain using Bitcoin as a settlement layer for fixed income transactions.
• Decentralized Indexer Network: Comprehensive indexing for Bitcoin’s ecosystem, empowering developers to query blockchain data and build applications. Similar to a search engine for data stored on Bitcoin; organized and easily accessible. With Torram’s indexers, developers can easily find the data they need.
• Decentralized APIs: Standardized tools for seamless data integration, bridging traditional finance (TradFi) with decentralized networks.

Ecosystem Traction and Market Opportunity

Torram reports strong interest in its technology, with over 40 projects awaiting integration. This underscores the rising demand for reliable infrastructure as Bitcoin continues to expand its role in global finance.

Bitcoin’s market cap surpassed $2 trillion in December 2024, reflecting its growing significance. As institutional interest in blockchain technology reaches new heights, the need for scalable solutions tailored to financial institutions has never been greater.

“Torram’s technology bridges the gap between Bitcoin’s potential and institutional requirements,” Mahalingam said. “We’re in the pick-and-shovel business of building on Bitcoin. By 2027, tapping to pay with Bitcoin-native stablecoins will feel as effortless as sending an email—and our infrastructure will make it possible.”

About Torram

Torram is a Web2.5 infrastructure company dedicated to building Bitcoin-native technology that powers institutional-grade decentralized finance (DeFi) and real-world asset tokenization directly on Bitcoin’s base layer. This critical infrastructure on Bitcoin will enable financial institutions and developers to create robust applications that will power the future of finance. 

X(Twitter): @torram_xyz

Website: torram.xyz

Disclaimer:

This press release contains forward-looking statements. Actual results may differ materially due to various factors. This is not an offer to sell or a solicitation to buy any securities. The information does not constitute legal, financial, or investment advice. Readers should conduct their own research and consult with professional advisors before making any investment decisions or entering into any agreements. Torram does not guarantee any specific outcomes or returns on investment. Torram and its investors are not responsible for any actions taken based on this communication. To see our full disclaimer statement, visit here.

Contact

CEO & Cofounder
Vakeesan Mahalingam
Torram Labs
marketing@torram.xyz

Singapore, Singapore, January 16th, 2025, Chainwire

Reddio is excited to announce the official launch of its highly anticipated Testnet, marking a significant milestone as a front-runner in launching Parallel EVM public Testnets. Powered by GPU-accelerated parallel EVM technology and designed to enable AI capabilities, Reddio’s innovative architecture redefines the power of high-performance blockchain infrastructure, unlocking groundbreaking possibilities at the intersection of AI and blockchain.

Technical Innovations and Performance Milestones

Backed by a lead investment from Paradigm, Reddio is redefining the blockchain landscape as the most performant parallel zkEVM Layer 2. By leveraging GPU acceleration and zero-knowledge technology, it delivers unmatched computational scalability while preserving Ethereum-level security. Achieving a 12,000 tps performance boost over traditional EVM Layer 2s, Reddio leads the industry in scaling solutions and creates an ideal infrastructure for native AI operations at scale.

This Testnet launch cements Reddio’s position as the first Parallel EVM to go public, showcasing its commitment to innovation and ecosystem growth.

Key Innovations at a Glance

• The Fastest zkEVM: A parallel zkEVM Layer 2 settled on Ethereum, powered by a CUDA-based implementation of the EVM bytecode executor—recognized and supported by a grant from the Ethereum Foundation.
• AI-Ready Infrastructure: Reddio’s GPU-accelerated architecture enables native on-chain AI inferencing, unlocking the potential for autonomous AI systems.
• Modular Sequencer SDKs: Customizable and decentralized SDKs allow developers to launch OP/ZK Appchains with ease, fostering scalability across L2 and L3 ecosystems.
• Cost-Effective Transactions: Low gas fees ensure seamless scalability, even under heavy network loads, creating a user-friendly environment for developers and end-users alike.

Transformative Use Cases Powered by Reddio Testnet

• AI-Driven Decentralized Applications (dApps): The Testnet supports innovative ecosystems for AI agents and multi-agent systems, powering automated financial transactions and collaborative networks.
• On-Chain AI Inference: GPU-accelerated parallel EVM technology allows advanced AI models to function natively on-chain, pushing the boundaries of decentralized innovation.
• Next-Generation DeFi: With fully on-chain order books and high-frequency trade analytics, Reddio boosts liquidity and transaction efficiency for traders and DeFi platforms.
• On-Chain Gaming: Game logic and AI-driven opponents deployed entirely on-chain provide immersive, trustless gaming experiences, enhancing transparency and engagement.

Open for Developer Participation

The Reddio Testnet is now live and open for developers, innovators, and blockchain enthusiasts. It’s your opportunity to explore the synergy of high-performance blockchain infrastructure and autonomous AI capabilities.

Developers and innovators are invited to explore the Reddio Testnet, contributing to the advancement of decentralized computing through experimentation and collaboration

About Reddio

Reddio is a blockchain infrastructure company focused on high-performance scaling solutions through GPU-accelerated parallel zkEVM technology. By combining zero-knowledge proofs with GPU optimization, Reddio aims to deliver secure, scalable, and AI-ready infrastructure for decentralized applications. Backed by Paradigm, Reddio continues to drive innovation at the intersection of blockchain technology and artificial intelligence.

Users can visit https://testnet.reddio.com/ to learn more and join the journey.

Contact

CMO
Stephanie Yu
REDDIO
StephanieYu@reddio.com

London, United Kingdom, January 15th, 2025, Chainwire

Lido Impact Staking (LIS) officially launches on the 15th of January 2025, and introduces a new approach to sustainable funding for social impact, leveraging Ethereum staking rewards and Lido middleware to create lasting change.

With LIS, users can stake ETH, stETH, or wstETH and allocate a percentage of staking rewards to social impact projects of their choice. This innovative model allows individuals, organizations, and DAOs to support causes transparently and perpetually, without ever compromising their original capital.

Another feature of Lido Impact Staking is its permissionless framework. Any social impact project can register on the platform. By decentralizing and democratizing philanthropy, LIS paves the way for a new era of accessible, sustainable social impact funding.

For more information, users can visit LIS.

Rethinking Philanthropy: A Sustainable Model for Impact

Traditional philanthropy often operates like a single-use investment, where donors contribute finite resources, later validated through monitoring and evaluation. Lido Impact Staking (LIS) reimagines this approach by enabling users to stake Ether (ETH/stETH/wstETH) and allocate a percentage of staking rewards to impactful, data-driven causes. This innovative model transforms staking returns into a sustainable funding source for social good, allowing donors to support meaningful change without relinquishing their capital. In this new model of philanthropy, blockchain technology enables transparency and trust.

At launch, LIS supports two high-impact initiatives:

• GiveDirectly: focuses on providing direct cash transfers, enabling individuals in poverty to make independent financial decisions and address their needs.
• Treedom: Driving reforestation and carbon removal through sustainable tree cultivation, creating environmental and social benefits.

These initial projects showcase LIS’s potential to provide enduring funding streams for critical causes, reshaping philanthropy through Ethereum staking.

Core Features of Lido Impact Staking

1. Long-Term Social Impact: By leveraging staking rewards, LIS ensures a consistent stream of funding for social impact initiatives, empowering organizations to plan and execute long-term projects with confidence.
2. Transparency and Trust: Built on Ethereum, LIS offers unparalleled on-chain transparency, allowing donors to track staking rewards and monitor real-world impact through the LIS dashboard, fostering trust and accountability.
3. Financial Flexibility: Donors maintain full access to their principal Ethereum holdings (ETH/stETH/wstETH), with the freedom to withdraw or reallocate their funds at any time.
4. Sustainable Giving: The continuous generation of staking rewards creates a self-sustaining model for philanthropy, maximizing the potential for long-term contributions.

Positive Potential of Ethereum Staking

“We need new financial tools to solve problems that have a new scale. Impact staking changes what it means to be a donor, by not needing them to give away their capital, rather the opportunity cost of some of their staking return” said Jaydeep Korde, a founder of Lido Impact Staking. “Impact staking is a new open source financial tool that creates impact in the real world for real people.”

About

Impact Staking was initially conceived and developed by the team at Launchnodes after Ethereum became a Proof of Stake blockchain. Launchnodes was formed in April 2020 and supports customers globally to solo stake Ethereum and run their own ETH nodes and infrastructure, without ever having to share their keys or give up custody of their ETH.

The Lido Ecosystem Grants Organization (LEGO) provided a grant to Launchnodes in 2023, to enable an Impact Staking platform to be created, that leverages Lido’s proven, scalable middleware. This resulted in Lido Impact Staking.

The LIS team is now engaged with NGOs, governments, charities, family offices, foundations, and other impact causes and donors – all of whom are excited by the potential of Impact Staking as a new and innovative model for philanthropy and driving maximum positive impact.

For more information about Lido Impact Staking and how to start staking for social impact, visit impactstake.com or connect with us on social media:

• Twitter: @impactstake
• LinkedIn: ImpactStake

Website: impactstake.com

Contact

Andrei D.
Lido Impact Staking
social@impactstake.com

Silver Spring, United States, Maryland, January 15th, 2025, Chainwire

BTCS Inc. (Nasdaq: BTCS) (“BTCS” or the “Company”), a leader in blockchain infrastructure and technology, today announced the deployment of its Scaled Validator Implementation Plan, aimed at enhancing revenue generation and operational efficiency within its blockchain operations.

Over the past five months, BTCS has conducted an extensive due diligence process on Rocket Pool, a decentralized Ethereum-based liquid staking protocol. This evaluation included a thorough assessment of auditability, compliance, cybersecurity, infrastructure integrity, and potential business risks and rewards to ensure a secure and scalable validator implementation. As part of this comprehensive review, BTCS completed a pilot program and has now expanded to 320 validators participating in Rocket Pool’s liquid staking pool, marking a significant step in expanding the company’s validator node operations.

Potential Revenue Impact

BTCS team believes that the expanded vertically integrated validator strategy could lead to a revenue increase of up to 10%. This initiative is designed to optimize the number of active validators and improve gross margins, aligning with BTCS’s broader growth strategy.

Commitment to Diversification and Growth

BTCS plans to broaden its validator partnerships and diversify its technology providers to support long-term, scalable revenue growth. 

“This initiative represents a pivotal step toward our goal of scaling blockchain infrastructure to drive revenue growth,” said Charles Allen, CEO of BTCS. “Our comprehensive approach ensures we prioritize security, compliance, and performance at every stage. This initiative underscores our dedication to enhancing our operations while delivering value to our shareholders.”

About BTCS

BTCS Inc. (Nasdaq: BTCS) is a U.S.-based blockchain infrastructure technology company currently focused on driving scalable revenue growth through its Ethereum blockchain infrastructure operations. BTCS has honed its expertise in Ethereum network operations, particularly in block building and validator node management. Its branded block-building operation, Builder+, leverages advanced algorithms to optimize block construction for on-chain validation, thus maximizing gas fee revenues. BTCS also supports other blockchain networks by operating validator nodes and staking its crypto assets across multiple proof-of-stake networks, allowing crypto holders to delegate assets to BTCS-managed nodes. In addition, the Company has developed ChainQ, an AI-powered blockchain data analytics platform, which enhances user access and engagement within the blockchain ecosystem. Committed to innovation and adaptability, BTCS is strategically positioned to expand its blockchain operations and infrastructure beyond Ethereum as the ecosystem evolves. 

Users can explore how BTCS is revolutionizing blockchain infrastructure in the public markets by visiting www.btcs.com.

Forward-Looking Statements:

Certain statements in this press release constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the federal securities laws, including statements regarding our ability to increase validator revenue by 10% and improve margins, increase total revenue, and deliver value to our shareholders.  Words such as “may,” “might,” “will,” “should,” “believe,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “continue,” “predict,” “forecast,” “project,” “plan,” “intend” or similar expressions, or statements regarding intent, belief, or current expectations, are forward-looking statements. While the Company believes these forward-looking statements are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on any such forward-looking statements, which are based on information available to us on the date of this release. These forward-looking statements are based upon assumptions and are subject to various risks and uncertainties, including without limitation regulatory issues, unexpected issues with Builder+, unexpected issues with ChainQ, and the reluctance of validators to try or utilize our Builder+ product, as well as risks set forth in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission including its Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023 which was filed on March 21, 2024. Thus, actual results could be materially different. The Company expressly disclaims any obligation to update or alter statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by law.

Contact

CEO
Charles Allen
BTCS Inc. (Nasdaq: BTCS)
ir@btcs.com
X (formerly Twitter): @Charles_BTCS

Willemstad, Curaçao, January 15th, 2025, Chainwire

Whale Casino has announced the launch of its latest innovation in the gaming sector, “Tribes,” a dynamic multiplayer casino experience designed to transform how players engage with casino games. “Tribes” enhances engagement by allowing players to collaborate under a tribe leader or establish their own tribes with pooled funds, turning every spin into a communal experience with shared earning opportunities.

The Unique Whale Casino “Tribes” Experience

• Innovative Multiplayer Gameplay: “Tribes” introduces a flexible multiplayer structure, enabling participants to transition between tribes with ease. This approach fosters a dynamic and evolving environment where connections, competition, and collective enjoyment contribute to a vibrant community.
• Forming Tribes: Players have the freedom to become tribe leaders, invite friends, or meet new allies within the game. Leadership roles come with unique perks, leaders decide what games to play and how much they bet. Leaders can organize tribe activities, set goals, and even host special events within the game.
• Enhanced Engagement: By integrating social dynamics, “Tribes” creates an environment where collaboration and interaction are central. Tribe members can exchange strategies, share experiences, and engage in discussions, fostering a sense of connection within the gaming experience.
• Security and Fairness: Utilizing the blockchain, “Tribes” ensures that all gameplay is transparent and secure. Every spin, transaction, and reward is recorded on the blockchain, guaranteeing fairness and trust in every game session.

Whale Token Integration

Whale token gameplay is approaching, offering the potential to enhance the ecosystem of the $WHALE token. Through gameplay and inviting others to participate in Whale Casino or within tribes, players have opportunities to earn tokens. This gamified approach to token acquisition is designed to reward participants while potentially increasing the token’s utility and circulation. Special tribe challenges introduce additional opportunities for bonus token rewards, fostering active and collaborative engagement.

Preparation for Whale Token Launch

As Whale Casino gears up for the official listing of the $WHALE token in 2025, “Tribes” acts as a crucial step in demonstrating the token’s practical use within an engaging and interactive platform. The game serves as a live testbed for how tokens can enhance the gaming experience, offering insights into player behavior and token utility.

Additional Whale Casino Features and Future Plans

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London, London, January 14th, 2025, Chainwire

Good Market, built by fintech veterans from M2 Exchange and Freetrade, introduces a new trading platform that combines AI-driven trading with human-centered design. The platform enters closed beta testing with an initial group of 500+ traders, targeting a significant reduction in emotional trading errors – a key factor in the well-documented 90-95% failure rate among retail traders.

The platform streamlines complex trading processes through systematic execution and automated risk management, addressing key issues that typically lead to trading losses.

“Current trading platforms are part of the problem, not the solution,” says Good Market’s development team. “While Binance, Coinbase, and other exchanges focus on transaction volume, they’ve neglected the fundamental issue: traders lack systematic execution tools that prevent emotional trading and enforce disciplined strategies.”

Demo: Good Markets platform

Good Market’s Smart Assist Intelligence™ tackles this crisis head-on by automating trade execution and risk management. The platform allows traders to configure up to 300+ parameters, including technical indicators and entry/exit conditions, without writing code. This systematic approach eliminates the psychological biases that plague manual trading of popular tokens like Polygon (MATIC), Chainlink (LINK), and Avalanche (AVAX).

Core Platform Features:

• AI-assisted analysis with semi-auto or fully automated execution
• AI-prompted strategy builder with 300+ parameters (no coding required)
• Automated position sizing and risk controls
• A community marketplace for verified strategies
• Integrated technical and fundamental analysis

Getting $GOOD

The platform’s native token, $GOOD, offers practical benefits including trading fee reductions of up to 20% and access to premium features. The initial token sale begins at $0.025, with 4 million tokens available in Phase 1 before moving to $0.05 in Phase 2.

Early Investor Benefits:

• Beta platform access
• Invitation to London investor meetup
• Founder-tier platform status
• Premium features for holders of 10,000+ tokens
• Input on platform development

About Good Market

The Good Market team combines deep expertise in cryptocurrency trading and traditional finance, including key architects from M2 Exchange who managed over $2B in trading volume and product leaders from Freetrade. Development began in February 2024, building on years of direct experience with retail trading challenges.

The platform will move to public beta in Q1 2025. Early investors can participate at www.goodmarket.ai. 

Note: Trading cryptocurrency and other assets carry a significant risk of loss. Good Market provides tools for systematic trading but does not guarantee trading profits. Popular cryptocurrencies mentioned like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and others experience high volatility and should be traded with caution.

Connecting with Good Market:

• Website: www.goodmarket.ai
• Email: info@goodmarket.ai
• Telegram: @goodmarketai
• Twitter: @goodmarketai
• YouTube: @goodmarketai

Media Contact: info@goodmarket.ai

www.goodmarket.ai

Contact

Mr
Chike Chiejine
Good Market
info@goodmarkt.co