London, United Kingdom, January 26th, 2025, Chainwire
HUGO Meme Coin, a newly launched cryptocurrency project, has officially debuted on the Base blockchain, with plans to expand to Ethereum (ETH) and Solana (SOL) in the coming weeks. The project introduces FOMA AI, an AI-driven tool designed to provide accurate and transparent insights into the cryptocurrency space, with a focus on meme coins.
Introducing HUGO Meme Coin
HUGO Meme Coin positions itself as a community-driven initiative aimed at promoting transparency and informed decision-making within the cryptocurrency ecosystem. Central to the project is “Hugo,” a thematic character representing the project’s mission to address misinformation in the crypto space through advanced AI solutions.
At the core of the initiative is FOMA AI, an artificial intelligence platform designed to deliver unbiased and data-driven insights into meme coins, providing users with tools to navigate the often speculative market with greater clarity.
Expanding to Ethereum and Solana
Currently operating on the Base blockchain, HUGO Meme Coin plans to adopt a multi-chain strategy by integrating with Ethereum and Solana in the near term. This expansion aims to enhance accessibility and interoperability, ensuring a broader reach within the global cryptocurrency community.
Marketing and Community Engagement
HUGO Meme Coin has outlined a comprehensive marketing plan aimed at increasing visibility and fostering community participation. The strategy includes partnerships with influencers across platforms such as TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram, alongside community-focused initiatives such as meme creation challenges, giveaways, and exclusive merchandise.
Key marketing highlights include:
- Collaborations with global influencers to expand awareness.
- Interactive community events and contests.
- Partnerships with strategic media outlets to enhance project visibility.
A Focus on Transparency and Innovation
The HUGO Meme Coin project seeks to distinguish itself in the cryptocurrency space by combining the widespread appeal of meme culture with AI-driven solutions. The initiative emphasizes transparency and knowledge-sharing, aiming to foster a more informed and engaged community.
About HUGO Meme Coin
HUGO Meme Coin is a blockchain-based cryptocurrency project dedicated to promoting transparency, informed decision-making, and community engagement within the digital asset space. Featuring FOMA AI, an advanced AI-driven platform, the project focuses on providing accurate insights into meme coin markets. By combining technology, transparency, and a community-centered approach, HUGO Meme Coin aims to redefine how individuals interact with the cryptocurrency ecosystem.
For more information about HUGO Meme Coin, including updates on the multi-chain expansion and community initiatives, users can visit:
Official website: www.hugomeme.com.
Twitter (X): https://x.com/hugofoma
Telegram: https://t.me/Hugofoma/1
Contact
Mark Knorr
johnlemonmeme@gmail.com
George town, Cayman Islands, January 24th, 2025, Chainwire
Silencio, the world’s first decentralized noise data engine, has officially launched, setting a new standard in environmental data utilization. Powered by community contributions, Silencio transforms smartphones into secure, anonymous sensors that crowdsource real-time, hyper-local noise data. At its launch, Silencio Network is operational with almost 800k members in over 180 countries, covering 43.86 billion square meters (+560 times the size of New York) and recording 8.1 million hours of data collection.
$SLC Token Lists on Major Exchanges as Silencio Ecosystem Expands
Central to the Silencio ecosystem is the $SLC token, powered by the Blocksound Foundation, which is used for rewarding contributors, transactions, staking, and governance across the network. As of its launch on January 24, 2025, $SLC is available on leading exchanges such as KuCoin, Gate.io, MEXC, Bitmart, and BingX, with more to be added soon. The $SLC token is designed to incentivize the collection of noise data, supporting the network’s expansion with an initial issuance geared towards fostering sustainable growth.
Silencio’s Vision: Transforming Noise Into Actionable Insights for a Quieter World
Silencio’s mission is to harness real-time noise data to enable smarter decisions for individuals, businesses, and governments. With its cutting-edge approach, the network aims to address critical issues such as urban planning, public health, and environmental management, making it especially relevant for sectors aiming for decentralization and enhanced community engagement.
Silencio is set to change the way people value real estate, select restaurants, and decide where to live. By providing actionable noise data, Silencio aims to impact the decision-making of millions of people worldwide, offering a new layer of insight that influences everyday choices and long-term planning. This approach ensures that noise levels, often overlooked, are now a central consideration in creating quieter, more enjoyable living and working environments.
Leading the Web3 Revolution with Real-World, Decentralized Solutions
Beyond its token utility, Silencio is also pioneering in governance and community engagement through its transparent, blockchain-based ecosystem. The network allows contributors to earn $SLC tokens in reward for their data contributions, ensuring that every user is a stakeholder in the network’s success. Plans are underway to expand into the global personal data market, estimated to be worth more than $300 billion according to a McKinsey report. Silencio aims to commercialize any smartphone-collected data in a transparent and anonymized manner, providing full control and rewards to users.
Looking ahead, Silencio plans to further expand its platform to include more diverse data applications, potentially integrating additional environmental variables and enhancing its impact on global data-driven decision-making. With a robust user base and a clear vision, Silencio is poised to lead the Web3 revolution, bringing blockchain solutions to the real-world challenges of noise pollution and beyond.
Joining the Silencio Revolution
Silencio paves the way for a quieter, more informed world, it invites individuals and industries to join its network, contribute data, and benefit from the insights generated. With its official launch, Silencio reaffirms its commitment to a sustainable and participatory approach to environmental data, welcoming all to be part of this revolutionary journey.
About Silencio Network
Silencio Network is revolutionizing the global approach to capturing, processing, and utilizing noise intelligence data. By transforming everyday smartphones into real-time noise sensors, Silencio provides hyper-local insights that drive impactful decisions across industries such as urban planning, real estate, and hospitality. Envisioning a future where noise-level data influences real estate pricing and guides daily choices in selecting hotels and restaurants, Silencio is paving the way for smarter, more informed decisions. With operations spanning over 180 countries and a network of almost 800k sensors, the platform generates more than 100,000 daily on-chain transactions, solidifying its position as the world’s largest noise intelligence platform.
Contact
Alex M.
Blocksound Foundation
marketing@blocksoundfoundation.org
Panama City, Panama, January 24th, 2025, Chainwire
In a move to foster deeper connections with crypto communities and empower individuals passionate about the digital economy, Flipster, a global crypto trading exchange with millions of users and nearly $120 billion in annual trading volumes, is launching the Flipster Superstars Program. This innovative Superstars program is designed to empower individuals passionate about crypto to lead the conversation, spotlight innovative ideas, and redefine how trading platforms engage with their users.
Flipster Superstars offers an opportunity for crypto digital enthusiasts to influence the industry from within. The program calls on creators, community influencers, and storytellers to team up with Flipster, leveraging their unique talents to drive awareness and adoption of the platform’s cutting-edge features while amplifying its presence in nearly 200 countries.
A Platform for Crypto Trailblazers
Flipster Superstars focuses on three core roles to engage a diverse range of talents:
- The Social Media Guru: Driving engagement on platforms like X (formerly Twitter) by creating content that resonates with crypto audiences and builds meaningful connections
- The Influencer Maker: Strengthening Flipster’s presence within key crypto communities, including Telegram and Discord, by leveraging networks and fostering authentic conversations
- The Storyteller: Crafting engaging content—whether visual or written—that highlights Flipster’s unique offerings and simplifies complex concepts for a global audience
Opportunities and How to Join
Flipster Superstars offers performance-based rewards of up to 100,000 USDT, along with exclusive previews of campaigns and access to premium trading tools. Further details on the opportunities and how to become a Flipster Superstar can be found here.
A Collaborative Initiative for Crypto Digital Enthusiasts
Flipster Superstars is a voluntary initiative designed for individuals passionate about crypto and community engagement. Participants will have the chance to work closely with Flipster users and employees while gaining firsthand experience in the crypto space.
About Flipster
Flipster is a global cryptocurrency exchange serving millions of users globally. Catering to both novice and experienced traders, the platform offers over 300+ trading pairs across futures and spot markets, with zero trading fees and tools designed for seamless, efficient trading. Beyond trading, Flipster provides opportunities for users to participate in the broader crypto ecosystem, including yield-generation options with up to 22% APR on deposits with no lock-in periods and staking features like Launchpool.
Users can learn more at flipster.io or follow x.com/flipster_io for the latest updates.
Contact
Flipster
pr@flipster.io
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, January 23rd, 2025, Chainwire
Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, has shared its vision for 2025 during the livestream event: Keynote with Ben: In the Driving Seat to the Moon — Beat the Unknown. Ben Zhou, Co-founder and CEO, reflected on Bybit’s 2024 journey, emphasizing the company’s dedication to growth, innovation, and its guiding principle: ‘Listen, Care, Improve.’
The event, featuring insights from Bybit’s leadership team, highlighted key milestones, solutions to major challenges, and plans to empower users and advance the cryptocurrency ecosystem.
A Transparent and User-Centric Approach
Bybit’s 2025 vision is a testament to the company’s commitment to placing its users at the center of every initiative. Zhou, in a keynote address, underscored the importance of embracing both achievements and challenges.
“To build a better Bybit for all, we must listen to our users, care deeply about their needs, and constantly improve. Our vision for 2025 reflects these values,” Zhou stated.
The keynote showcased Bybit’s accomplishments in 2024 while openly discussing areas for improvement, underscoring the company’s pledge to maintain transparency and foster trust within its community.
Staying Connected to Users
At the core of Bybit’s philosophy lies an unwavering commitment to listening to its users.
“Our goal is to be the exchange that truly understands its users and acts on their feedback,” Zhou emphasized during the keynote. This user-centric approach has driven Bybit to engage actively with its community to identify and address pain points.
In 2024, the Bybit Card program, enhanced in response to user feedback, expanded into six regions with improved features such as faster support response times (reduced from 32 to 12 hours), better rates, and seamless integration with digital wallets like Apple Pay and Google Pay.
Turning Challenges into Opportunities
Bybit’s dedication to its users was exemplified in how it transformed challenges into growth opportunities. For instance, the $NOT coin incident, which impacted over 310,000 users, highlighted gaps in handling high traffic and trading volumes. Zhou remarked,
“We listened, owned our mistakes, and used these experiences to build better systems.” These lessons enabled Bybit to seamlessly handle the $HMSTR token airdrop later in the year, delivering tokens to 4.3 million participants without delays. Bybit took this chance to build an effective traffic prediction model and upgraded its SOPs to manage massive volume spikes in the future.
Stablecoin partnerships with Circle, Ethena, and Tether reinforced Bybit’s focus on user needs. These collaborations solidified Bybit’s position as a leader in USDC trading, achieving a 36% market share, while USDe dominated with a 99% market share in the second half of 2024.
Advancing Products and the Industry
Bybit’s pursuit of improvement translated into several innovations in 2024. TradeGPT, the industry-first platform’s AI-powered trading assistant, attracted over 5 million users, redefining how traders access insights and market analysis. Pre-Market Perpetuals, allowing traders to hedge and speculate before token launches, saw notable engagement with tokens like $HYPE and $TRUMP.
The platform also enhanced its Puzzle Hunt program, combining gamified education with rewards, and continued expanding Launchpool, which simplifies earning rewards from promising projects. With ByVotes 2.0, users can gain a greater voice in project listings, reinforcing Bybit’s community-focused ethos.
Bybit also launched bbSOL, the world’s first exchange-backed liquidity staking token on Solana, achieving a Total Value Locked (TVL) of $240 million within just five months.
Bybit continued its role as an innovator in ecosystem expansion, forming strategic partnerships with Solana, TON, and Sui. These collaborations introduced new opportunities for users while underscoring Bybit’s commitment to fostering blockchain innovation.
The exchange achieved record growth, tripling its user base to over 60 million and surpassing an average daily trading volume of $36 billion
“Our progress is a reflection of the trust our users place in us and our determination to set new standards in the industry,” Zhou remarked.
A Visionary Roadmap for 2025
Bybit’s roadmap for 2025 reflects its core philosophy of Listen, Care, Improve, prioritizing tools, liquidity, and user-centric initiatives that redefine the crypto landscape.
Strategic partnerships will further diversify Bybit’s offerings. Collaborations with Ethena have introduced innovations like USDe, and upcoming products such as real-world asset (RWA)-backed instruments, including T-bills, will enrich Bybit Earn’s portfolio. These initiatives align with Bybit’s commitment to integrating traditional assets into crypto portfolios, enhancing both flexibility and reliability.
Bybit envisions a future deeply integrated with Web3 under the banner of The Future of Onchain Bybit: Your Gateway to Web3. This includes integrating on-chain asset management, advanced trading tools, and DeFi solutions into a seamless, all-in-one Web3 platform for all. Bybit also plans significant on-chain asset expansions and new wallet and infrastructure upgrades, while deepening integration with growing ecosystems like Atom, Ada, Babylon, Athena, Sei, Monad, Bera, and more.
“Our roadmap for 2025 reflects our commitment to empowering users and advancing the crypto ecosystem,” Zhou stated. “We will continue to innovate, improve, and make crypto accessible for everyone.”
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About Bybit
Bybit is the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, serving a global community of over 60 million users. Founded in 2018, Bybit is redefining openness in the decentralized world by creating a simpler, open and equal ecosystem for everyone. With a strong focus on Web3, Bybit partners strategically with leading blockchain protocols to provide robust infrastructure and drive on-chain innovation. Renowned for its secure custody, diverse marketplaces, intuitive user experience, and advanced blockchain tools, Bybit bridges the gap between TradFi and DeFi, empowering builders, creators, and enthusiasts to unlock the full potential of Web3. Discover the future of decentralized finance at Bybit.com.
For more details about Bybit, please visit Bybit Press
For media inquiries, please contact: media@bybit.com
For updates, please follow: Bybit’s Communities and Social Media
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Head of PR
Tony Au
Bybit
tony.au@bybit.com
Tortola, British Virgin Islands, January 23rd, 2025, Chainwire
Nibiru, a secure and high-performance blockchain, has reached successful code completion for its upcoming Nibiru EVM (Nibiru V2) upgrade.
“This milestone marks a key step in the evolution of Nibiru. Smoothly launching an initiative like this is about doing small things right to make a big difference. Nibiru places a heavy emphasis on security for users and their digital assets. The audits and resulting mitigation changes help ensure that the new generation of apps on Nibiru will deploy in a secure and efficient environment, stated Unique Divine, Co-founder of Nibiru and CEO of Nibi, Inc.”
These security audits of Nibiru focused on the core L1 logic. The team started with a consultative security audit in October 2024 by Zenith, where Code4rena assembled a curated team of auditors tailored to the project’s specific codebase and needs. After addressing potential security findings from this audit, the team sponsored a competitive Code4rena audit in November 2024. This second audit expanded its scope to include Nibiru’s Ethereum JSON-RPC, in addition to the core L1 and the Nibiru EVM.
What is Nibiru EVM (Nibiru V2)?
The Nibiru EVM Upgrade, also called Nibiru V2, is a “purely additive” enhancement to Nibiru that makes it an EVM-equivalent execution engine. This allows Ethereum-based application development teams to more easily build on Nibiru and take advantage of widely used tools like MetaMask and Coinbase Wallet.
The team’s Jan 2025 Ecosystem Update also mentions the launch of several products on top of Nibiru V2, including a Uniswap V3 deployment by Oku, Astrovault’s cross-chain value capture DEX, tokenized private credit and T-bills, and Bridged USDC.
Nibiru Lagrange Point: A Glimpse into the Future
Building upon the progress of the Nibiru EVM upgrade, Nibiru is unveiling the initial stages of its ambitious “Nibiru Lagrange Point” roadmap. This roadmap outlines a series of innovative advancements designed to further enhance the scalability, decentralization, and user experience on Nibiru.
Nibiru Lagrange Point combines:
- FunToken Mechanism, a unification of EVM and non-EVM tokens that don’t rely on third-party bridges
- Pipeline-Aware Reordered Execution (PARE) for higher throughput
- Optimized validator dynamics in NibiruBFT, including Boneh–Lynn–Shacham (BLS) Signatures and novel grouping algorithms to reduce overhead and speed up block times.
- Mempool Lanes for orderly transaction flow
These design innovations are meant to “address bottlenecks across every layer of the stack, paving the way for advanced DeFi, real-world assets (RWAs), AI-driven bots, and high-traffic cultural projects—all running seamlessly on a single platform”, according to Harvey Liu, Research Engineer at Nibi, Inc.
About Nibiru
Nibiru is a high-performance MultiVM blockchain that achieves fast finality, a block time of less than 1.8 seconds, and robust security. Backed by $20.5 million in funding from NGC Ventures, HashKey Capital, Kraken Ventures, and Tribe Capital, Nibiru enables developers to build and deploy smart contract applications interoperable across multiple virtual machines, such as the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) and WebAssembly (Wasm).
- Latest Nibiru Ecosystem Update – Jan 2025: Deep dive on Nibiru’s growth and development
- Nibiru Community Hub: News, socials, and community links
- Nibiru/Security-Reports・GitHub: Audits and security reports
Contact
PR & Media Inquiries
media@nibiru.org
Santa Clara, California, January 22nd, 2025, Chainwire
CARV, an AI chain ecosystem enabling data sovereignty at scale, today unveils its D.A.T.A Framework to transform how AI agents interact with both on-chain and off-chain data. The framework converts static information into actionable insights, enabling AI agents to independently analyze, adapt and act with unprecedented clarity and autonomy.
In today’s decentralized landscape, fragmented and inaccessible data limits the potential of artificial general intelligence (AGI). By solving these critical challenges, the D.A.T.A Framework – Data Authentication, Trust, and Attestation – delivers real-time decision-making capabilities while maintaining rigorous privacy and security standards. This advancement redefines how AGI operates within decentralized ecosystems, creating new possibilities for both developers and users.
“AGI needs more than computational power—it needs intelligent data,” said Yukai Tu, CTO of CARV. “The D.A.T.A Framework bridges the gap between raw data and meaningful action, setting a new standard for AI-powered decision-making in decentralized ecosystems.”
The D.A.T.A Framework
The D.A.T.A Framework serves as the eyes and ears for AI agents, providing them with the ability to perceive, interpret, and act on data across decentralized ecosystems. By transforming static data into actionable insights, the framework enables AI agents to make real-time, intelligent decisions while maintaining unmatched privacy and security. It leverages cutting-edge technologies like zero-knowledge proofs, Trusted Execution Environments (TEE), and CARV ID to ensure enriched, context-aware, and privacy-preserved data access.
Key features include:
- Enhanced Metrics and Tags: Identifying whales, traders, and market manipulators with tailored, actionable insights.
- CARV ID Integration: Linking Web2 identities with Web3 behavior for a holistic understanding of users.
- Real-Time On-Chain Insights: Automating actions based on blockchain activities like token transfers and market trends.
- Cross-Chain and Off-Chain Data Integration: Providing comprehensive insights by unifying multiple data sources.
Benefits for Developers and Users
For developers, the D.A.T.A Framework simplifies the creation of smarter, autonomous AI agents with built-in tools for accessing and processing enriched data. Applications range from trading bots that respond instantly to market shifts to gaming AI agents capable of intelligent, personalized interactions.
For users, D.A.T.A enables secure control and monetization of personal data while providing tailored, data-driven experiences. By bridging trust gaps and fostering collaboration, the framework creates an ecosystem where everyone—from businesses to individual users—stands to benefit equitably.
Both of these applications lead to future-forward use cases including:
- Trading and Alerts: Autonomous bots that analyze blockchain activity in real-time, identifying market opportunities and executing trades.
- Gaming Evolution: Intelligent NPCs and companions that learn and adapt, enhancing engagement and replayability.
- DeSci Innovation: Privacy-preserved research collaborations, accelerating breakthroughs in medicine and science.
- Holistic Personalization: AI companions offering emotionally intelligent support tailored to individual needs.
Driving the Evolution of AGI
CARV’s D.A.T.A Framework is more than just a toolset – it’s the foundation for AGI’s collaborative evolution. By enabling AI agents to share insights, learn dynamically, and operate autonomously within decentralized ecosystems, CARV is paving the way for a future where AGI not only interacts with data but truly understands it.
“The launch of D.A.T.A Framework marks a significant leap forward for decentralized AI,” said Victor Yu, COO of CARV. “It’s not just about building smarter AI – it’s about empowering a new era of trust, privacy, and collaboration across industries.”
The D.A.T.A Framework is set to evolve over the coming months with a series of phased enhancements that will expand its capabilities. In the first phase, D.A.T.A. Framework will introduce real-time on-chain activity alerts, autonomous actions such as airdrops and token transfers, and comprehensive cross-chain insights. Then, rolling out in February, the framework will integrate social media data via CARV ID for enhanced user profiling. and enabling a swarm of AI agents to collaborate seamlessly for modular data access. Further development and phases will be announced gradually over the coming months.
The D.A.T.A Framework is now live, inviting AI developers, blockchain innovators, and businesses to explore its capabilities. To learn more and start building, users can visit CARV’s official documentation.
About CARV
CARV is building an AI chain ecosystem to enable data sovereignty at scale. By empowering AI agents with secure, unified infrastructure, CARV enables intelligent, collaborative operations through its SVM Chain, offering trustless consensus, cryptographic proofs, and verifiable execution. With the D.A.T.A Framework, CARV enriches AI with high-quality, on-chain and off-chain data, allowing agents to learn, evolve, and collaborate dynamically. With over 15M users and 8M CARV IDs, CARV ensures privacy and data control while providing AI agents with powerful, cross-chain insights, creating a secure, innovative ecosystem for both AI and human collaboration.
Supported by $50M in funding from top-tier investors like Tribe Capital, HashKey Capital, and Animoca Brands, and backed by a team of veterans from Coinbase, Google, and Binance, CARV is committed to fostering a decentralized future where data is a valuable, user-owned asset.
Contact
COO
Victor Yu
CARV
vito@carv.io
Paris, France, January 22nd, 2025, Chainwire
- 8-second block time makes Tezos L1 transaction finality faster than ever
- Bakers (Tezos validators) can now accept more external stake, promoting stronger network security
- Staking is further incentivized with 3x the rewards versus delegation, instead of previously 2x
- Staking rewards are optimized for minimal inflation and long-term network health
The Tezos blockchain is now faster and better positioned for long-term sustainability, following the successful activation of its 17th protocol upgrade, Quebec. The upgrade was jointly developed by teams at Nomadic Labs, Trilitech, and Functori, and adopted by bakers (validators) following an on-chain voting and governance process. Quebec activates a number of features designed to improve the overall experience of using, running and building on Tezos. It also includes key performance improvements that contribute to fulfilling the vision laid out in the Tezos X roadmap, which outlines a unified vision for the future of the Tezos network and ecosystem.
Tezos is a pioneering blockchain known for its self-amending capabilities and community-driven, on-chain governance system. Quebec introduces a series of enhancements designed to make Tezos even more appealing to builders, institutions, and businesses of all sizes. A reduction of layer 1 block time from 10 seconds to just 8 seconds means that transactions on the network are faster than ever, achieving finality in 16 seconds — further establishing Tezos as an ideal solution for use cases such as payments, gaming and more. Despite these performance improvements there has been no change to the hardware requirements for taking part in Tezos consensus. This ensures that bakers (validators) operating affordable, lower-end infrastructure can continue to participate in Tezos consensus, thereby preserving community-inclusive decentralization as Tezos evolves.
Commenting on the upgrade, Yann Régis-Gianas, Head of Engineering at Nomadic Labs, said, “With the Quebec upgrade, Tezos has become faster, economically stronger, and more attractive for staking – all without compromising on decentralization. It’s a remarkable achievement by the protocol developers and a significant step toward realizing the vision of Tezos X.”
He added, “The Quebec upgrade shows Tezos’ ability to evolve through decentralized governance, and with broad stakeholder involvement. I particularly valued the in-depth community conversations on tokenomics and how to keep inflation strictly tied to the chain’s long-term security.”
Quebec also introduces adjustments to Tezos’ staking mechanics, aimed at minimizing inflation of the native currency, tez, while maintaining network security. The Adaptive Issuance mechanism, previously introduced in the Paris protocol upgrade, is designed to keep staking rewards just high enough to incentivize a secure network while avoiding excessive tez issuance. The Quebec protocol upgrade refines this mechanism, addressing some scenarios where issuance could become higher than what is justified by security needs.
Following consultations with bakers and the community at large, the Quebec upgrade also raises the limit on how much external stake a baker can accept, from 5x to 9x the baker’s own stake. This can benefit network security, as it makes baking more attractive and staking more accessible, while continuing to limit centralization risks. To further incentivize staking, Quebec also reduces the weight of delegated funds, which contribute less to network security. As a result, staking now yields 3x the rewards versus delegation, instead of the previous 2x.
The successful implementation of Quebec is a further step towards Tezos X and a clear illustration of both Tezos’ long-term upgradability and of the commitment to persistent innovation demonstrated by community and developer teams across the Tezos ecosystem. The announcement comes during a busy period for the Tezos ecosystem, following the recent launch of the uranium.io marketplace on Etherlink, the EVM-compatible Layer 2 blockchain powered by Tezos Smart Rollups. Purpose-built to eliminate barriers to an asset class that is powering the AI revolution and which has, until now, only been accessible to institutional investors, the launch of uranium.io comes at a time of renewed interest in real world asset (RWA) tokenization, which is emerging as a growth-driver for the blockchain sector.
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About Tezos
Tezos is an open-source and energy-efficient blockchain designed to empower institutions, developers, and businesses and facilitate value transfer in a digital environment. It is designed for the scalable deployment of decentralized applications. As one of the first Proof of Stake blockchains, Tezos is globally supported and valued for its strong governance, long-term upgradability, and smart contract capabilities. For more information about Tezos, visit http://www.tezos.com.
Contact
Head of PR
Eoin McGinley
Trilitech
eoin.mcginley@trili.tech
Hanoi, Vietnam, January 22nd, 2025, Chainwire
The mini-app will add new utility for User-Owned NFL Rivals Player Digital Assets on the Mythos Chain , proving the interoperability between two different player experiences across two different platforms
Football Rivals will Onboard Millions of Users to Mythos via Koni Stack’s Telegram Mini App-as-a-Service
Koni Stack, the platform that accelerates next-generation Web3 decentralized applications (dApps), today announced the launch of Football Rivals, a new toss-up mini-app. The Telegram app, built using Koni Stack’s mini app SDK, launched today on Telegram.
As a player experience built to be interoperable with and provide added utility for user-owned NFL Rivals player digital assets, which are also used in connection with the hugely popular game from Mythical Games’ title with over six million active players, the Football Rivals mini-app will enable users to utilize such player assets to combine engaging stats-based gameplay with the power of Web3. Players will use digital assets to compete in weekly challenges, with top performers earning MYTH rewards on the Mythos Chain. The app, launched today, is available worldwide to millions of users, making it one of the most accessible and user-friendly blockchain gaming experiences to date!
By tapping into the global Telegram user base, Football Rivals is poised to introduce millions of new players to the Mythos and Polkadot ecosystems. This collaboration between Koni Stack, Mythos, and Polkadot creates an entirely new use case for the blockchain ecosystem, offering a seamless experience for players to now use their owned digital assets across a new experience and platform, proving the interoperability of digital assets and collectibles.
Koni Stack, developed by the team behind SubWallet – the leading wallet in the Polkadot ecosystem – is designed to simplify the onboarding process for users into Web3 via a developer-friendly SDK. With a focus on user-friendly interfaces, SubWallet first revolutionized access to Polkadot with its easy-to-use wallet. Now, through its Telegram mini app-as-a-service, Koni Stack is helping developers create seamless mini apps with low code thus enabling Telegram’s billions of users to seamlessly interact with dApps and blockchain-based experiences.
“We’re thrilled to enable millions of players to utilize their digital assets and collectibles to bring a new experience, Football Rivals, to millions of users on Telegram, leveraging Koni Stack’s mini app SDK,” said Hieu Dao, CEO of SubWallet and Koni Stack, “This effort not only demonstrates the scalability of Mythos and Polkadot but also opens up a new avenue for further application of blockchain technology, creating more fun, accessible ways for players to engage with Polkadot.”
“We’re excited to see Koni Stack release Football Rivals on Telegram,” said John Linden, CEO of Mythical Games. “By using the Mythos Chain’s robust ecosystem and Koni Stack’s mini-app SDK, this mini-app shows the power of web3 and the ability for one group to build extended value for players through interoperability. The fact that Koni was able to build a new player experience*,* enabling interoperability and allowing players to use the NFL Rivals digital assets they earned and purchased in connection with another application, is what web3 is all about, and Football Rivals makes this a reality!”
As Football Rivals takes off, it is expected to drive significant on-chain activity on the Mythos chain, onboarding millions of users to decentralized platforms. The apps integration with Telegram, combined with Polkadot’s scalability and interoperability, will be a powerful tool for introducing the next generation of users to blockchain technology.
For more information about Football Rivals, users can visit t.me/footballrivalsgame.
About Koni Stack
Koni Stack is an all-in-one platform that accelerates the development and deployment of next-gen Web3 dApps. It enables developers to build intent-based dApps for the masses with zero fragmentation, using two key modules: dApp-as-a-service and mini app-as-a-service. The dApp-as-a-service module allows for seamless, unified dApps that can access users and liquidity across multiple networks with one-time deployment, while the mini app-as-a-service module lets you quickly create and deploy Telegram mini apps by simply plugging in ready-to-use modules.
About Mythical Games
Acknowledged by Fast Company’s World Changing Ideas 2021 and recently Forbes’ Best Startup Employers (2024), Mythical Games is a next-generation game company creating world-class games and empowering players to take ownership of their in-game assets through the use of blockchain technology. The team has helped develop major franchises, including Call of Duty, Call of Duty Mobile, World of Warcraft, Diablo, Overwatch, Magic: The Gathering, EA Madden, Harry Potter Hogwarts Mystery, Marvel Strike Force, Modern Warfare 3, and Skylanders. Mythical’s current games Blankos Block Party and NFL Rivals are already played by millions of consumers worldwide and create a new economy for players allowing them to engage in a new way with games but also directly trade and transact safely with other players worldwide.
The Mythical Marketplace, the first in-game blockchain Marketplace on iOS and Android, provides gamers with ownership and control over the purchase and sale of digital assets, while the Mythical Platform protects gamers that may be new to blockchain through a custodial wallet for their digital items.
Contact
Kate Ha
kate@koni.studio
Miami, Florida, January 21st, 2025, Chainwire
Floki has launched an ambitious pitch side LED advertising campaign in the Rugby Super League, the premier competition of the British Rugby League.
The campaign will feature 150 minutes of LED ads across the 2025 season, with an estimated 110 million impressions in the UK alone. These figures exclude BBC-broadcasted matches, which typically see even higher viewership, as well as international audiences.
Rugby League fans often align with the profile of potential crypto investors — they are typically well-off, brand-conscious, and community-oriented.
In the UK, Sky Sports remains the primary broadcaster for the Super League and has increased its live game coverage to 170 matches for the 2025 season.
The BBC adds to this with 15 live matches a year, plus highlights and regional coverage, increasing its reach in the UK.
Internationally, the Super League’s reach continues to grow. For the 2024 season, broadcasting agreements were announced in key regions such as Australia, Canada, Asia, and Africa. Channels like Fox Sports, NITV, Rogers Media, Premier Sports Asia, and ESPN Africa are helping expand the league’s global footprint.
Floki’s campaign will appear in approximately 50 matches throughout the Super League season, starting with major fixtures like Wigan Warriors vs. Leigh Leopards on February 13 and concluding with marquee games such as Wigan Warriors vs. Warrington Wolves in Las Vegas on March 1.
Domestic TV audiences for Super League games can reach up to 600,000 viewers per match.
An Untapped Space
Unlike other sports saturated with crypto sponsorships, Rugby League offers a relatively untapped space, allowing Floki to stand out and forge stronger connections with fans. This lack of competition in the crypto advertising space provides Floki with the opportunity to create impactful brand associations.
With the Super League’s growing global reach and dedicated fanbase, this campaign positions Floki to increase its visibility and strengthen its presence in both the sports and crypto sectors.
About Floki
Floki is the people’s cryptocurrency and utility token of the Floki Ecosystem. Focused on utility, community, philanthropy, and strategic marketing, Floki is working toward becoming the world’s most recognized and used cryptocurrency. With over 490,000 holders globally, Floki has already established a strong brand presence. Learn more at floki.com.
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Contact
Community Relations Officer
Pedro Vidal
Floki
Marketing@floki.com
George Town, Cayman Islands, January 20th, 2025, Chainwire
Sonic Labs, the team behind the highest-performing EVM L1 blockchain Sonic, announced the launch of the Sonic DeFAI Hackathon, in partnership with DoraHacks, a global hackathon organizer, and Zerebro, an autonomous AI agent.
With $250,000 in prizes, the hackathon invites participants to compete over four weeks to create novel AI agents that perform both social and on-chain actions, further accelerating the development of DeFAI (decentralized finance and AI) on Sonic.
Hackathon submissions open today, January 21, 2025, and will close on February 24, 2025. Winners will be announced in early March.
Empowering AI and Blockchain
DeFAI is a term that combines AI and blockchain technology. For example, AI agents on a blockchain can handle complex tasks through simple commands, such as bridging assets, swapping tokens, and depositing liquidity — all autonomously in one step. Other AI agents may manage social media accounts and execute marketing strategies efficiently.
The ambition of the Sonic DeFAI Hackathon is to harness AI frameworks in ways that transform how we interact with blockchain technology. From managing social media accounts to executing on-chain actions, AI agents have become the new frontier of innovation in the blockchain space.
Sonic’s unmatched transaction speed (10,000 TPS) and sub-second finality ensure that AI agents can execute complex, real-time actions seamlessly.
“The Sonic DeFAI Hackathon is a groundbreaking initiative that merges cutting-edge AI capabilities with the transformative power of blockchain. With $250,000 in prizes, we aim to inspire creators worldwide to redefine DeFi through AI agents.” — Luis Fausto, Content Lead, Sonic Labs
Application Process and Submission Guidelines
To participate, developers can visit the Sonic DeFAI Hackathon page on DoraHacks where the hackathon is hosted. Participants must follow the application process below.
- Timeline: Participants have four weeks to develop and finalize their projects. The submission deadline is February 21, 2025.
- Video Demo: Each team must submit a three-minute demo video showcasing their agent via YouTube, Vimeo, or Google Drive.
- Repository Link: A link to the project’s code repository is required.
A panel of industry experts will evaluate and judge the submissions, including Michael Kong (CEO, Sonic Labs), Seg (Developer Relations, Sonic Labs), Jeffy Yu (Founder, Zerebro), Ayoub (Lead Engineer, Zerebro), and Daniele Sesta (Founder, Hey Anon). Additional judges may be announced before the submission deadline.
Submissions will be judged using the following criteria:
- Technological Implementation: Does the integration with Sonic demonstrate quality software development?
- Design: Is the project’s user experience and design thoughtfully crafted and intuitive?
- Potential Impact: What is the potential scale of the project’s influence on the blockchain industry?
- Quality of the Idea: How creative and unique is the project?
Prizes and Awards
A total of $250,000 in prizes will be distributed to winning projects across several categories:
- Top 3 Agents
- First Place: $60,000
- Second Place: $55,000
- Third Place: $45,000
- Honorable Mentions (2): $15,000 each
Additionally, several opportunities for bonus prizes are available to all participants. The top 3 winners are also eligible for bonus prizes if their agents fall into specified categories.
- Best Social Agent
- Winner $12,500
- Runner-Up: $7,500
- Best DeFAI Agent
- Winner $12,500
- Runner-Up: $7,500
- Best Tooling Agent
- Winner $12,500
- Runner-Up: $7,500
Support for Participants and Winners
Throughout the hackathon, participants will have access to comprehensive guidance on idea development, AI frameworks, and project setup. This includes technical support for ZerePy, an open-source Python framework developed by Zerebro for creating on-chain and social agents. The Sonic chain has been fully integrated with ZerePy for easy and efficient agent building.
The winning teams will receive additional perks, including marketing exposure via official Sonic Labs social media channels and other promotional opportunities to help bring their agents to a larger audience.
“By leveraging the power of AI agents, we can simplify processes that were once complicated and redefine how users interact with DeFi. This hackathon is about building that future today.” — Jeffy Yu, Founder, Zerebro
For more information or to register for the hackathon, users can visit the Sonic DeFAI Hackathon page and join the official Telegram group.
About Sonic
Sonic is the highest-performing EVM L1, combining speed, incentives, and world-class infrastructure for DeFi, powered by the S token. The chain provides 10,000 TPS and sub-second confirmation times.
About DoraHacks
DoraHacks is a global hackathon organizer and one of the world’s most active developer incentive platforms. It creates a global hacker movement in blockchain, quantum computing, and space tech, and provides a wide range of toolkits to help developers around the world team up and fund their ideas and BUIDLs via hackathons, bounties, grants, idea networks, developer games, and more.
About Zerebro
Zerebro is an AI agent that autonomously manages actions across domains like social media and blockchain, adapting based on experience to deliver highly personalized results. Its open-source framework, ZerePy, lets users deploy custom AI agents in minutes for a seamless, flexible experience.
Contact
Sonic Labs
press@soniclabs.com