Zetrix, Web3Labs & Summer Capital to Accelerate HK’s Web3 Roadmap Initiatives 10681

Zetrix, a leading layer-1 public blockchain platform by MY E.G. Services Berhad (“MYEG”), Web3Labs Hong Kong, a Web3 development and investment powerhouse, and venture capital firm Summer Capital, today announced a strategic collaboration to propel Hong Kong’s (“HK”) Web3 ambitions and establish Zetrix as the preferred blockchain infrastructure for HK government-aligned applications.

Zetrix expands its current mission of government and enterprise-focused Web3 development in alignment with HK’s Fintech Promotion Roadmap, in addition to significant partnerships announced with key stakeholders in China, Malaysia and the Philippines.

Web3Labs leverages its network of over 500 partners throughout the Web3 ecosystem including government bodies, institutions, investors, exchanges and media outlets to foster additional growth and innovation facilitated by the city state.

Summer Capital counts several market-leading startups within their portfolio, including Asia’s leading licensed virtual asset service provider Hashkey Group, and SEBA Bank, which received approval-in-principle licenses from the Securities and Futures Commission to offer virtual asset services in HK.

Leveraging on the partners’ complementary strengths, this partnership shall:

  • Enhance Zetrix as the preferred Layer-1 platform for blockchain applications aligned with the HK’s government’s Web3 vision and catalysed by further collaborations with industry and business communities.
  • Catalyse HK’s and the region’s financial systems and technologically forward corporate players to realise structured and concurrent industry trails of innovative blockchain use cases such as Real World Asset (RWA), stablecoin issuance and financial instruments tokenisation to enable localised and international services, which can be connected seamlessly and securely via Self-Sovereign Identity (SSI) and Verifiable Credentials (VC).
  • Launch a dedicated Global Accelerator Program to incubate and nurture promising startups building applications on the Zetrix platform. This program will provide mentorship, technical support, and access to funding opportunities, empowering budding entrepreneurs to contribute to HK’s Web3 landscape and serve a global audience.

Zetrix is also assessing strategic investment in Web3Labs, gaining access to its extensive network of Web3 experts and ecosystem partners. Such a move will further bolster Web3Labs’ ability to support promising Global Web3 startups via HK’s progressive Virtual Assets regulations.

“We are thrilled to partner with Web3Labs, a trusted leader in the Web3 space,” said Wong Thean Soon, co-founder of Zetrix. “This collaboration will add immense value to Zetrix and provide invaluable support to the burgeoning Web3 ecosystem with key stakeholders in HK. Zetrix and its international supernode on China’s national public blockchain, Xinghuo BIF is the natural choice for Web3 decentralised applications (DApps) that serve the objectives of HK Special Administrative Region (SAR) to be a global crypto hub.”

Caspar Wong, CEO of Web3Labs, added, “We are excited to welcome Zetrix as a strategic partner. Their commitment to aligning with the HK vision and fostering innovation makes them the perfect platform for building impactful Web3 solutions. By combining our capabilities and focusing on government and enterprise-aligned applications, both parties aim to foster a thriving Web3 ecosystem that benefits businesses, government entities, and citizens alike.”

Henry Chen, Head of Fintech and Blockchain of Summer Capital, said, “We are glad to connect and join forces with Web3Labs and Zetrix to build an enterprise-grade ecosystem on blockchain infrastructure in HK. We have observed tremendous progress and business development for Web3 here in HK for the past few years. Bringing Zetrix to HK marks our strong commitment to embracing the market and its opportunities.”

About Zetrix

Zetrix is a layer-1 public blockchain that facilitates smart contracts and delivers privacy, security and scalability. Zetrix’s cryptographic infrastructure can be introduced to multiple industries to connect governments, businesses and their citizens to a global blockchain-based economy.

Developed by MY E.G. Services Bhd, the cross-border and cross-chain integration with China’s national public blockchain Xinghuo BIF enables Zetrix to serve as a blockchain gateway that facilitates global trade by deploying critical building blocks for Web3 services such as Blockchain-based Identifiers (BID) and Verifiable Credentials (VC).

About Web3Labs

Web3Labs aims to respond to the policy statement from the HKSAR Government on the development of virtual assets in Hong Kong. Through on-the-ground support, investment acceleration, technical collaborations, and compliance assistance, Web3Labs is dedicated to helping global Web3 companies establish their presence in Hong Kong. Its goal is to create a one-stop gateway for Web3 entrepreneurs. As of the end of July 2023, Web3Labs has provided consultation or support for nearly 1,000 Web3 enterprises in terms of advice or on-the-ground services.

In the face of global technological competition, Web3Labs strives to stay at the forefront of the market, understand the needs and challenges of entrepreneurs, and provide a legitimate, comprehensive, professional, and in-depth entrepreneurial environment. Web3Labs aims to foster national and even world-class unicorns, contributing to the steady advancement of the industry.

About Summer Capital

Summer Capital is a leading investment management and advisory firm with a presence in Hong Kong, mainland China and Southeast Asia dedicated to investing in early and growth stage companies in “new economy” sectors such as fintech, blockchain infrastructure and application, consumption technology and healthcare. Summer Ventures, an affiliate of Summer Capital Limited, is an institutional venture fund dedicated to promote and invest in “real world application” of blockchain technology and infrastructure, leveraging Summer Capital’s past experience of investments in blockchain and fintech industries since 2018.

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Polkadot-native Acala expands to multichain horizons through the Sinai Upgrade 8974

Acala, a foundational platform within the Polkadot ecosystem, unveils the Sinai Upgrade, a significant advancement in its Acala 2.0 initiative aimed at broadening the horizons of the overall crypto financial landscape. This upgrade is set to enhance the platform’s multichain capabilities, setting a new standard for decentralized finance (DeFi) not only on Polkadot, but across any layer 1, 2 or 3 blockchain network.

Multichain integration and enhanced DeFi accessibility

The cornerstone of the Sinai Upgrade is its focus on multichain integration, which facilitates seamless interactions across diverse blockchain environments. Acala dramatically simplifies the user multichain experience through the introduction of their advanced one-click multi-chain cross-stack DeFi feature. This feature leverages pioneering technologies, including XCM (Cross-Consensus Messaging) and Wormhole, to enable straightforward, efficient cross-chain transactions. Users will be able to easily engage in activities like staking, liquidity provisioning, and lending across major blockchain platforms such as Polkadot, Ethereum, Solana, and any select blockchain networks.

Empowering communities through open governance

Further enhancing its ecosystem, Acala introduces the open governance upgrade, empowering its community with direct involvement in governance decisions. This democratizes the process of ecosystem evolution, allowing users to influence treasury management, DEX listings, and more, fostering a transparent and inclusive community environment.

Security and performance at the forefront

The Sinai Upgrade also addresses the critical need for security in the expanding multichain landscape. The launch of Sentinel, along with asynchronous backing, bolsters security and increases transaction throughput, ensuring that Acala remains at the cutting edge of blockchain performance.

Strengthening the aSEED pathway

Accompanying these technical advances, the Sinai Upgrade finalizes the aSEED pathway, facilitating a stable and equitable process for converting and redeeming aSEED tokens. This includes establishing clear redemption criteria, which promises a fair and transparent framework for remaining aSEED holders, reflecting Acala’s commitment to maintaining trust and stability within its community.

Quote from Bryan Chen, Chief Technical Officer at Acala

“The Sinai Upgrade is a testament to Acala’s dedication to enhancing the DeFi ecosystem through robust multichain solutions,” said Bryan Chen. “As a Polkadot-native platform, we are uniquely positioned to lead the charge towards a more interconnected and efficient blockchain universe.”

About Acala

Acala is a premier platform for decentralized finance within the Polkadot network, offering innovative solutions designed to integrate and enhance liquidity across a wide range of blockchain environments. Committed to innovation, security, and community empowerment, Acala leads the way in advancing blockchain technology for global users and institutions.

RWA in Focus: MAS Regulated Digital Asset Custodian, Propine Introduces Support for Fathom Dollar $FXD Stablecoin on XDC Network 9245

MAS-regulated custodian Propine is announcing its support for Fathom Dollar’s FXD, a stablecoin pegged to the US dollar and designed to bridge the $5 trillion trade finance gap. This development positions FXD at the forefront of real-world assets (RWA), leveraging the power of blockchain to enhance global trade finance operations. Propine, licensed by the Monetary Authority of Singapore, is a prominent digital asset custodian serving large institutional clients.

FXD is a stable-price cryptocurrency over-collateralised by the XDC network token and RWA, including trade finance assets. It has emerged as a use case-driven solution amidst growing concerns over the trade finance gap. It has been a significant barrier to global trade, particularly affecting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

By offering a stable and reliable transaction medium and store of value, FXD aims to facilitate essential functions in a $30 trillion global trade finance market. This includes cross-border transactions, borrowing against receivables, and generally turning trade finance into an alternative investment class for non-banks.

Tuhina, Propine’s Founder and CEO, said, “Propine is dedicated to facilitating swift and secure adoption of digital assets and cryptocurrencies by institutional investors and regulated businesses. To this end, we have adopted compliance and security standards that serve as industry benchmarks. As the industry continues to expand, we see significant potential to further serve as a trusted partner for organizations seeking to enter the space seamlessly and securely.”

Manuel Rensink from Fathom: “Propine offers world-class services, and their battle-tested custody has been our choice. Despite all the shockwaves that enveloped the industry, Propine has been resilient because of its governance and internal controls & systems. They have consistently led innovation in the digital asset custody space and raised the bar. Propine’s support for FXD is a game-changer, providing a seamless ramp on/off service between digital assets and fiat currencies. This service is crucial for enhancing the liquidity and accessibility of FXD, making it an attractive option for businesses and financial institutions engaged in international trade.”

Rensink added, “The integration of Propine’s custody solutions with FXD ensures that users can enjoy the highest security and compliance standards, essential in the highly regulated financial sector. As FXD gains traction, Propine’s role in its custody and management will undoubtedly be a key factor in its success, marking a new era in integrating real-world assets with digital finance solutions.”

About Propine

Propine is a licensed, audited, and insured digital asset custodian headquartered in Singapore. The company is engaged in transforming how digital assets are stored and traded by providing reliable, secure, and scalable solutions to institutional clients. Propine also enables investors to tokenize previously illiquid asset classes such as corporate bonds, real estate, private equity, funds, art, natural resources, and derivatives. The company is geared to support clients in unlocking their potential within a regulatorily compliant and legally robust framework.

To learn more, users can visit Propine.com

About Fathom Protocol

Fathom is a liquidity protocol where users can deposit XDC tokens or RWA collateral and borrow the FXD. This opens up programmatic financing solutions for individuals and businesses that were previously not available. Furthermore, investors and savers can (re)invest their FXD for competitive yields. The Fathom DAO is governed by FTHM token holders who can vote on onboarding new collateral types, interest rates, and more. Fathom is built on the XDC network to be at the center of its Institutional DeFi ecosystem. https://fathom.fi/

About XDC Network

XDC Network is an open-source, carbon-neutral, enterprise-grade, EVM-compatible, Layer 1 blockchain that has been operationally successful since 2019. The network obtains consensus via a specially delegated proof-of-stake (XDPoS) technique that allows for 2-second transaction times, near-zero gas expenses ($0.0001), over 2000 TPS, and interoperability with ISO 20022 financial messaging standards. The XDC Network powers a wide range of novel blockchain use cases, including trade finance, payment, and RWA tokenization, that are secure, scalable, and highly efficient. Website: xinfin.org | xdc.org

Arena Games Hits Top 3 on CryptoRank’s Most Popular Apps List! 9215

This April, Arena Games has proudly secured a spot among the top three apps on CryptoRank. This achievement showcases the platform’s growing popularity, with more than one million user transactions last month.

Since its launch in July 2023 on Polygon, one of the leading blockchains for games, in Q1 2024 Arena Games already expanded its reach by integrating three additional blockchains: Manta, Skale, and Linea, improving accessibility and user experience for a global audience. The platform continues to innovate, offering an engaging environment for gamers and developers alike.

A dedicated team drives Arena Games’ success committed to delivering a seamless and enjoyable Web3 gaming experience. As the platform grows, the team is excited to introduce new platform features and new games, making Arena Games even more user-friendly and flexible in the web3 space.

Keep an eye out for exciting news and updates from Arena Games in the coming days. For an in-depth look at our recent achievements check CryptoRank Post.

Here’s what Arena Games brings to the table for both developers and players:

For Game Creators

  • Reduced development and operational costs: Arena Games’ toolkit decreases the expenses associated with game development and maintenance, allowing developers to allocate resources more efficiently towards enhancing game features or exploring new project ideas.
  • Access to a wider range of advanced blockchain functionalities: Each integrated blockchain brings unique tools, with Manta focusing on privacy, Skale on fast and free transactions, and Linea on seamless Ethereum integration. This combination provides developers with a comprehensive toolkit for creating premium Web3 games.
  • Security and Privacy Upgrades: Arena Games offers powerful options for protecting player data and digital assets, crucial for building trust within the gaming community.

For Players

  • Diverse Game Library: The Multichain integration expands the selection of games on Arena Games, promising new and varied gaming experiences due to lower costs and a broader toolkit for developers.
  • Lower costs to play and transact within games: Skale’s elimination of transaction fees and overall reduced costs mean less spending to play, making premium game content and in-game purchases more accessible.
  • Improved game performance and reliability: The technological advancements from each blockchain ensure smoother and more reliable game performance. The efficiency and privacy provided by Manta and Linea, along with Skale’s speed, contribute to an enhanced gaming experience.

What’s Next

  • Introduction of new games on Skale and Manta.
  • Launch of the Airdrop Campaign.
  • $AGP Ecosystem Token Launch scheduled for Q2.

Looking Ahead

The recent achievements of Arena Games signal a promising direction for the future. It’s about providing developers with the tools necessary to push the boundaries of Web3 gaming and offering players a richer, more accessible gaming experience. This shift represents more than just minor adjustments; it signifies an expansion of what Web3 gaming can achieve.

Three Protocol Launches $THREE Token: The Foundation of Decentralised Marketplaces 8855

Three Protocol, the first project incubated by Tectum, announces the highly anticipated launch of its native token, $THREE. The protocol’s vision is to deliver a series of decentralised marketplaces to open digital commerce to the world, including the unbanked, debanked, and privacy enthusiasts. $THREE is at the heart of these marketplaces.

$THREE will be used across the entire Three Protocol ecosystem. It will be used for payments and purchases, facilitating access to services and products without central oversight or geographical barriers. All aspects of Three Protocol are built on blockchain technology, including their decentralised identification (powered by zk-SNARK), neural network AI, and tri-sig DAO capabilities.

As $THREE launches, Three Protocol takes another step closer to delivering their series of ambitious decentralised marketplaces and financial inclusivity for huge segments of the global society. The tokenomics model is designed with the community in mind. It aims to encourage participation and has significant market liquidity thanks to the fair and equitable distribution.

Key features of the $THREE token include:

  • Market Liquidity: 75% of the supply is earmarked for market liquidity. The team is building for the community, and this liquidity will encourage trading activity while maintaining price stability.
  • Team Allocation: 15% allocated to the team with an 18-month vesting period.
  • Staking Opportunities: 10% dedicated to staking, allowing long-term token holders opportunity for revenue generation.

Starting with Jobs3, the $THREE token will be used across the various exchanges. Jobs3 is the flagship marketplace brought by the Three Protocol team, with a further 4 marketplaces featuring on the roadmap. That includes a decentralised version of eBay, Uber, Autotrader, and food delivery.

Alongside the marketplaces, Three Protocol has unveiled a comprehensive roadmap outlining key milestones and development initiatives:

  • May: Launch of the $THREE token on Uniswap with the $THREE/wETH trading pair.
  • June: Introduction of $THREE token staking, enabling token holders to earn rewards while contributing to network security.
  • July: Technological enhancements to the Jobs3 platform, including the Neural Network AI integration for improved job-matching algorithms and prompt-based search capabilities.

The Three Protocol team has been working on this project for the last 3 years and remains committed to both transparency and accountability, not least through their fully doxxed team and KYC. The smart contract and token passed with a perfect score when audited by Cyberscope. With the support of the Tectum team and the infrastructure they provide, Three Protocol will quickly reach the broader community and deliver their vision of decentralised marketplaces for all.

To participate in the $THREE token launch and learn more about Three Protocol, visit https://www.threeprotocol.ai/.

About Three Protocol:

Three Protocol is delivering a shift towards inclusivity and privacy in digital commerce. They are providing the opportunity for users to freely earn and spend without central oversight from CBDCs and fiat systems. Three Protocol is building for the unbanked, the debanked, the privacy-conscious, and blockchain enthusiasts. With $THREE at its heart, Three Protocol is poised to deliver freedom-giving, privacy-conscious decentralized marketplaces.

MetaComp Announces Strategic Partnership with Harvest Global Investments to Explore Bringing HK-Listed ETFs to Investors in Singapore and Beyond 9046

MetaComp Pte Ltd, a leading Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) licensed Singapore fintech company that specializes in blockchain technology and digital assets, and its affiliates (collectively referred as MetaComp), is proud to announce a strategic partnership with Harvest Global Investments Limited (HGI), a leading asset management company licensed with the Securities and Futures Commission of Hong Kong. HGI is among the pioneering Chinese asset management firms to establish subsidiaries abroad. The Memorandum of Understanding executed between MetaComp and HGI marks a significant step towards potentially broadening the accessibility of innovative financial products globally with special emphasis on the recently announced cryptocurrency spot ETFs which will be expected to start trading on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange from 30 April 2024 onwards. This follows the announcement by HGI that they have received authorization from Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission to launch the highly anticipated cryptocurrency ETFs.

The core of the partnership revolves around MetaComp and its affiliates’ commitment to make HGI’s cryptocurrency spot ETFs available, through MetaComp’s proprietary Client Assets Management Platform, also known as CAMP by MetaComp, utilizing its technological and market expertise to introduce these products under the appropriate regulatory framework to Singapore investors and beyond. This initiative not only aims to expand the global footprint of HGI’s ETFs but also allows MetaComp and its affiliate to enrich its wealth solution portfolio with highly sought-after financial products.

In addition to the crypto-ETF distribution, the collaboration will also explore opportunities for the integration of HGI’s various asset management solutions into MetaComp’s service offerings. MetaComp will also provide HGI access to its Digital Payment Token suite of services. Through the strategic collaborative efforts by both companies, they are hoping to forge a symbiotic relationship that will allow both companies to leverage on their strengths.

The alignment with HGI allows MetaComp to tap into the scale and expertise of a leading global financial player, significantly enhancing its service capabilities and market reach. This partnership is designed to serve not just the existing clientele of both entities but also to capture new segments eager for advanced financial solutions across traditional finance and crypto finance.

Dr Bo Bai, Chairman and Co-Founder of MetaComp shared: “This strategic alliance with Harvest Global Investments Limited reaffirms MetaComp’s commitment to being the bridge that links traditional finance with crypto finance. We are confident that our partnership with Harvest Global Investments Limited will prove to be mutually beneficial. With Harvest’s expertise in asset management and MetaComp’s robust capabilities in providing a comprehensive suite of digital payment solutions, we are poised to deliver unparalleled value to our clients and the market.”

For more detailed information on this partnership and to stay updated on future developments, please visit www.mce.sg.

About MetaComp Pte Ltd (www.mce.sg)

MetaComp is a leading Singapore-based digital asset platform that is licensed and regulated by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) under the Payment Services Act 2019. Operating under a P2B2C (platform-to-business, partners-to-clients) model, MetaComp provides an integrated end-to-end suite of services to its clients, empowering them to confidently enter the digital asset market with the much-needed safety, security, and compliance. Together with its parent company, Metaverse Green Exchange Pte. Ltd. (a MAS-licensed CMS holder permitted to carry out, inter alia, brokerage and custody services), MetaComp introduces its suite of services through CAMP by MetaComp, a regulated Client Assets Management Platform, allowing businesses to develop and scale their digital asset offerings through OTC and exchange trading services, fiat payment, digital asset custody and prime brokerage.

Covalent Achieves Rapid Token Buyback Growth, Surpassing $100K in Three Months 10223

Covalent has reported a significant growth in its token buyback program, buying +$100,000 worth of CQT from the open market since the launch in late January 2024. The mechanism utilizes revenue generated from Covalent’s API usage to purchase tokens, significantly enhancing the utility and value of the CQT token while fostering a sustainable ecosystem. Tokens accumulated through Covalent’s revenue mechanism will be awarded to network operators, effectively meeting the evolving demands of Web3 and fostering growth across innovative areas such as AI, DeFi, analytics, and governance.

Bringing Revenue Onchain to Support Long-Term Data Availability

The growth of Covalent’s onchain revenue mechanism plays a crucial role in reinforcing verifiable operations for the Ethereum ecosystem with a network of operators. Operators initially stake CQT and contribute data infrastructure, which ensures secure, historical, and verifiable access to blockchain data. This not only supports the network’s growth—but also underscores Covalent’s commitment to enhancing the infrastructure for the Ethereum Wayback Machine (EWM).

Covalent’s Onchain Revenue Mechanism

Network operators within the Covalent ecosystem play a critical role by performing cryptographic computations to establish a reliable and verifiable repository of historical blockchain data. Their contributions extend beyond data integrity to include testing, governance, and efforts to enhance the network’s reliability and scalability. With the goal of continuously bringing consistent offchain revenue onchain, Covalent is primed to utilize this mechanism to support the ongoing functionality of the CQT token in staking and governance.

During this initial phase, Covalent has witnessed over $100,000 worth of CQT being brought onchain. With steady growth in business revenue expected over the coming months, Covalent is projected to hit $180,000 worth of CQT through the token buyback program by the end of Q2– which will be distributed to operators as a network utility token, circulating back into the ecosystem and sustaining the network.

The introduction of the onchain revenue mechanism through token buybacks has a twofold impact on Covalent’s ecosystem. It strengthens the financial foundation of the network, enhancing its ability to fund operations and expand services without relying solely on external funding sources. Furthermore, this revenue mechanism enhances the intrinsic utility of the CQT token, aligning stakeholders’ interests with the long-term health and success of the network.

Looking Ahead: Sustainable Growth and Network Expansion

As Covalent prepares for the rollout of significant advancements, including the introduction of Olympic Light Client Operators later this year, its sustainable revenue model will be vital in supporting these innovations. With the network currently serving over 280 million wallets, this revenue mechanism is a major part in ensuring that Covalent remains dedicated to its core principles of decentralization and transparency, paving the way for continued utility of the EWM and Covalent’s long-term data availability.

About Covalent

Covalent (CQT) is shipping data infrastructure for the decentralized ecosystem, solving Long-Term Data Availability for Ethereum—infrastructure that can re-execute blobs and shape AI. With CQT staking now back on Ethereum, The New Dawn of network expansion towards the Ethereum Wayback Machine commences. Today, this means AI use cases have unfettered access to onchain data from over +225 blockchains and growing.

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