American hedge fund Pantera Capital predicts a strong bull market for cryptocurrencies over the next 18-24 months.

Pantera Capital Predicts 'Strong' Crypto Bull Market Over Next 18-24 Months – Markets and Prices Bitcoin News

Cryptocurrency and blockchain technologies are the underpinnings of a new financial infrastructure, similar to how the internet was the underpinning of a new information infrastructure. Pantera Capital is the first institutional investment firm focused exclusively on bitcoin, other digital currencies, and companies in the blockchain tech ecosystem. Pantera launched the first cryptocurrency fund in the United States when bitcoin was at $65/BTC in 2013. The firm subsequently launched the first exclusively-blockchain venture fund. In 2017, Pantera was the first firm to offer an early-stage token fund. Pantera Bitcoin Fund has returned 66,600% in eight years and has returned billions to its investors. Pantera manages $4.8bn across three strategies – passive, hedge, and venture – exclusively focused on bitcoin, other digital currencies, and companies in the blockchain tech ecosystem. Subscribe to our industry research, weekly news digests, and special updates at http://panteracapital.com/subscribe For more information, visit www.panteracapital.com

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Maverick Protocol raises $8 million in funding has raised $8 million in a strategic round of funding. It will use the money to launch its mainnet later this year, bringing its Automated Liquidity Placement mechanism and open asset listing model to market in the process. Maverick Protocol Maverick is being funded by a veritable who’s who of the crypto industry’s biggest VC names, including Pantera Capital, which established the first-ever crypto fund in the U.S. back in 2013, which led the round. Other participants include Altonomy, Circle Ventures, CMT Digital, Coral Ventures, Gemini Frontier Fund, GoldenTree Asset Management, Jump Crypto, LedgerPrime, Spartan Group, Taureon, and Tron Foundation. Maverick is a permissionless derivatives protocol previously operating in stealth mode, which says it’s aiming to revolutionize derivatives trading in DeFi. No serious derivatives trader can do so outside of centralized exchanges such as Binance because the options don’t exist. Whereas most centralized exchanges can offer over 100 derivative trading pairs, most DEXs provide less than 20, focusing exclusively on top tier coins. So it’s impossible to trade mid-cap tokens on perpetual markets. It means DeFi is missing a big opportunity, Maverick says, as more than 50% of the daily trading volume in crypto comes from the derivatives markets. Joey Krug, Co-CIO of Pantera Capital, said: DeFi needs someone to answer the demand for derivatives built on the mid-cap and long-tail assets that are underserved by existing exchanges. Pantera believes Maverick is the protocol to accomplish this. Its innovative market structure is poised to capture a significant chunk of the market by offering low slippage to traders and low-maintenance, capital-efficient staking to LPs. Maverick  will expand derivatives trading to DEXs with the aid of its Gaussian Automated Liquidity Placement vAMM, which is an entirely new mechanism that automates liquidity placement in markets more effectively than other methods. Not only does this mean more capital efficiency for liquidity providers, removing the need to manage their collateral, it also translates to less slippage for traders. ** ** The ALP protocol is based around the idea of capital-efficient, passive staking with high yield for LPs, Maverick says. It will enable open-asset listing, with traders able to stake any ERC20 token as collateral. ** ** Alxin Xu, the co-founder and CEO of Maverick, in an interview with Hackernoon, said: ALP makes it possible for new derivatives markets to be created entirely by the trading community. Up until now, he said perpetual markets have been unable to list most crypto assets due to the intense work need to create sustainable markets. Being a veteran in the crypto industry, you get to see many trends come and go. One thing that still holds true is a trading platform’s value comes from giving people access to the latest and greatest crypto assets. Maverick said the funding comes ahead of the planned launch of its mainnet later this year and that it will now build out its core business and machine learning teams to scale its protocol. It believes there’s a much bigger opportunity than just decentralized derivatives trading, saying its passive staking mechanism could potentially serve as the ideal composable model for dozens of other DeFi use cases. Crypto record-breaking month with nearly $5 billion in investments In January, venture capital funds continued to pour into the crypto business. The roughly $5 billion in additional funds set a new monthly high. Almost 200 crypto businesses received funding in January despite the overall crypto market slump. Bitcoin’s price has fallen from approximately $60,000 in early December to roughly $40,000 now. Despite this, fundraising rounds have continued to grow in size, particularly for later-stage startups. There were 15 mega-rounds of at least $100 million, with Fireblocks raising the most money at $550 million. Pantera Capital’s latest fund has garnered over $1 billion in total commitments. The fund’s initial target of $600 million has almost doubled to over $1 billion. The crypto trading, custody, and financial services sectors garnered the highest money overall. The NFT and gaming verticals also received a lot of money, although they have slowed down recently. VCs were also interested in the crypto infrastructure area. ** ** . Catch all the breaking news, and Don’t forget to like the story! Image credits: and Dylan Tan Hans Eiskonen

Maverick Protocol raises $8 Million from Pantera Capital, Circle Ventures and Altonomy 

The State of the Market:Today was an uncharacteristically stable and flat day for the cryptocurrency markets, with only minor 1–4% losses among the top 10 coins. Bitcoin (BTC) held stable at just above $6,300 for a decrease of 1.2% on the day and Ethereum (ETH) loss just 0.4% of its value to settle in at just under $290. Crypto hedge fund Pantera Capital is reportedly looking to raise $175 million for its third venture fund, according to a report today from TechCrunch. Pantera’s debut funding round in 2013 raised $13 million, and its second brought in $25 million, so the current target figure marks 6x increase from their previous funding goal. Pantera partner Paul Veradittakit remarked that the new target is a “function of how fast the space is moving, the talent coming in, the opportunities, and the sizing of rounds” and that “with more interesting later-stage investments [on our radar], too, we want to be flexible and able to move with the market.” A recent SEC filing shows that Pantera has already raised $71 million from about 90 investors ( ). read more Huobi, the third largest cryptocurrency exchange by daily trading volume, recently partnered with five firms to help them launch their own trading platforms by providing their recently launched Huobi Cloud platform. The five firms — Yatai International Holding Group, Vnesheconombank, Chi Fu Group, Asia International Finance Holdings, and Dbank Group — will use the Huobi Cloud service to create new exchanges in the Philippines, Taiwan, Indonesia, and Canada ( ). read more U.S. delivery giant United Parcel Service (UPS) is exploring ways in which blockchain technology could help streamline package delivery logistics across a global supply chain. A recent document published by the US Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO) on Thursday, outlines a patent application filed by the Georgia-based UPS has applied for a system based on distributed ledger technology (DLT) that would be used to route packages throughout an international supply chain. The patent explains that, although shipping logistics companies are good at optimizing package routing to increase efficiency and minimize costs, they still struggle to coordinate logistics for shipments that involve more than one logistics service provider transportation network. It’s this issue that the UPS hopes to ameliorate with blockchain ( ). read more Subscribe to the Berminal Brief Newsletter Download Berminal for Free The Berminal Website Berminal Official Telegram Berminal Twitter

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<a href="https://medium.com/media/51e4c79278509af4c7454ef1b30d2119/href">https://medium.com/media/51e4c79278509af4c7454ef1b30d2119/href</a> Joey got involved in Bitcoin mining in 2011 before building Bitcoin point of sale system in 2013. In 2014, he dropped out of Pomona College to cofound one of the first projects on called , and in 2015 they did the first crowdsale on Ethereum. Then this year he joined Pantera Capital as Co-Chief Investment Officer managing their digital asset funds… oh, and he also run one of the top 10 (by backing) syndicates. ethereum Augur AngelList Listen and Learn: Why Ethereum is the cryptocurrency of the future What ICOs mean for investors and startups going forward Why first is the worst for startup companies How angel investors should think about Blockchain The big shift happening now in the derivatives market Click to Check out Original Episode and More! Itunes: Android: http://thesyndicate.vc/itunes http://thesyndicate.vc/android If you got something actionable or valuable from this post or enjoyed the interview, go ahead and “Clap” below .

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PARIS, France, April 25th, 2024, Chainwire Prize pool of over 1M€ value including media grant from Cointelegraph
Proof of Pitch is part of Proof of Talk, where All Global Leaders in Web3 Meet
10-11 June 2024, Museum of Decorative Arts (MAD), Louvre Palace, Paris In a ground-breaking shift from traditional pitch competitions, Proof of Pitch emerges as a transformative platform uniquely combining Artificial Intelligence (AI) insights with the strategic acumen of the world’s leading Web3 venture capitalists. Proof of Pitch participants will showcase their presentation to an exclusive audience of speakers and VCs, including CEOs, founders of leading blockchain companies, and top Web3 VC partners. Next to the competition’s main sponsor zkSync, distinguished partners and jurors are participating, including Pantera Capital, Borderless Capital, Binance Labs, Greenfield Capital, Arrington Capital, Animoca Brands, Spartan Group, X Ventures, Mechanism Capital and Cointelegraph. The Proof of Pitch winner will be awarded a first-place grand prize award of 1M€ value in a combination of cash investments by participating VCs, Accelerator services, visibility (such as a 30k media grant from Cointelegraph), and many other value-adding elements. All participants will also receive a detailed 12-page investment report to understand the strengths and weaknesses of their pitch, outlining strengths to focus on and weaknesses to improve. This is equivalent to a team of analysts spending weeks analyzing the participant's startup. Zohair Dehnadi, Co-Founder, Proof of Talk and Partner, X-Ventures: “Unlike conventional pitch competitions, Proof of Pitch enables global businesses and leadership to intelligently tap into the power of Web3, providing valuable and sustainable insights for investors and the startup community at large instead of having just another light-touch startup competition with glittering prizes which ultimately do not add any real business value. Be part of our prestigious Proof of Pitch experience and elevate yourself! See you in June!” Revolutionizing Startup Evaluation: The AI Advantage At the heart of Proof of Pitch, a pioneering AI-driven tool is redefining startup assessments, providing deep, nuanced insights at an unprecedented pace. Developed by XVentures through a rigorous, year-long collaboration involving top VCs and data scientists, this AI, known as Pitch Scan LLM tool, can scrutinize a start-up’s business model, conducting thorough due diligence, and evaluate the team behind the idea, market size, and competitive landscape—within minutes rather than weeks. Every participant will be furnished with a detailed 10-page report, with a strategic roadmap for success in the ever-evolving Web3 domain. Beyond Funding: Prizes That Foster Growth This initiative is a revolutionary approach aimed at identifying, nurturing, and elevating start-ups set to redefine the innovative horizons of Web3. Winning at Proof of Pitch extends well beyond obtaining financial support. Winners are embraced by a full spectrum of resources, from AI-powered analytics to mentorship by Web3 visionaries, alongside direct introductions to leading venture capitalists. This holistic support system is designed to refine strategies, accelerate growth, and establish market leadership. Unprecedented Visibility Among The Elite Gain exclusive exposure by standing among the top 10% of applicants, showcased to a distinguished audience including CEOs, founders of leading blockchain enterprises, and top-tier Web3 venture capitalists. This exposure is more than mere visibility—it’s a golden ticket to captivate the attention of the industry’s elite, secure pivotal investments, and forge transformative connections. A Vanguard Call to Web3 Innovators Proof of Pitch calls upon start-ups at the cutting edge of Web3 innovation to dazzle the industry's titans, venture through the vanguard of technology, and stake a claim in the digital future. This unparalleled opportunity allows participants to showcase their visionary ideas, propel their start-ups forward, and create a lasting impact in the domain of digital innovation. Proof of Pitch invites those who are interested to dive into this revolutionary journey, an avenue for transcending traditional pitch norms. Navigate through the forefront of Web3 innovation. Proof of Talk seeks to welcome over 2500 participants. Combined with a stellar speaker line-up featuring CEOs, founders, and leaders of the Web3 and digital assets industry, the summit features impact-focused networking and a refined agenda. A few of the speakers include: ● Joseph Lubin, CEO and Founder at Consensys ● Jenny Johnson, CEO, Franklin Templeton ● Tim Draper, Founder, Draper Associates ● Ophelia Snyder, Cofounder President, 21Shares ● Mihailo Bjelic, Co-Founder, Polygon ● Raoul Pal, Crypto Macro Economist ● Yat Siu, Chairman, Animoca Brands ● Stani Kulechov, CEO, Avara ● Staci Warden, CEO, Algorand Foundation ● Tim Grant, CEO, Deus X Capital ● Digital asset leads from over 30 major TradFi banks ● Partners from 100+ attending VCs The summit’s agenda also actively reflects Web3’s growing importance, with over 20 panels, 10+ workshops, and over a dozen keynotes and firesides on key topics shaping Web3’s future. These include real-world asset tokenization, AI-blockchain integration, gaming evolution, and smart contract security. Participants in this year's Proof of Pitch can showcase their innovative ideas and gain valuable exposure. Participants have the opportunity to connect with industry experts and potential investors who can help elevate their businesses to the next level. Those who are interested can apply here. About Proof of Talk Proof of Talk is setting a new standard in the Web3 conference landscape, positioning itself not just as another web3 conference but as a pivotal forum where the promise of decentralization comes to life. The summit uniquely combines the essence of traditional economic forums with the dynamic, decentralized Web3 community, fostering an innovative ecosystem of dialogue and action. It stands as a platform for change, where every voice, from the seasoned economist to the radical Web3 founder, contributes to a collective vision of a decentralized economic future. By facilitating engaging discussions and unparalleled networking, participants shape this new landscape. Learn more at www.proofoftalk.io About X Ventures X Ventures is a Germany-based digital assets investment fund dedicated to supporting and empowering entrepreneurs in the Web3 industry. Alongside its investment activities, X Ventures founded www.xschool.io, aiming to provide accessible education to future leaders worldwide. Website: https://www.xventures.de Contact Shanna Molina Cognito shanna.molina@cognitomedia.nl This story was distributed as a release by Chainwire under HackerNoon’s Business Blogging Program. Learn more about the program here. PARIS, France, April 25th, 2024, Chainwire PARIS, France, April 25th, 2024, Chainwire Prize pool of over 1M€ value including media grant from Cointelegraph Proof of Pitch is part of Proof of Talk, where All Global Leaders in Web3 Meet 10-11 June 2024, Museum of Decorative Arts (MAD), Louvre Palace, Paris Prize pool of over 1M€ value including media grant from Cointelegraph Proof of Pitch is part of Proof of Talk, where All Global Leaders in Web3 Meet 10-11 June 2024, Museum of Decorative Arts (MAD), Louvre Palace, Paris In a ground-breaking shift from traditional pitch competitions, Proof of Pitch emerges as a transformative platform uniquely combining Artificial Intelligence (AI) insights with the strategic acumen of the world’s leading Web3 venture capitalists. Proof of Pitch participants will showcase their presentation to an exclusive audience of speakers and VCs, including CEOs, founders of leading blockchain companies, and top Web3 VC partners. Proof of Pitch Proof of Pitch Next to the competition’s main sponsor zkSync, distinguished partners and jurors are participating, including Pantera Capital, Borderless Capital, Binance Labs, Greenfield Capital, Arrington Capital, Animoca Brands, Spartan Group, X Ventures, Mechanism Capital and Cointelegraph. The Proof of Pitch winner will be awarded a first-place grand prize award of 1M€ value in a combination of cash investments by participating VCs, Accelerator services, visibility (such as a 30k media grant from Cointelegraph), and many other value-adding elements. All participants will also receive a detailed 12-page investment report to understand the strengths and weaknesses of their pitch, outlining strengths to focus on and weaknesses to improve. This is equivalent to a team of analysts spending weeks analyzing the participant's startup. Zohair Dehnadi, Co-Founder, Proof of Talk and Partner, X-Ventures: “Unlike conventional pitch competitions, Proof of Pitch enables global businesses and leadership to intelligently tap into the power of Web3, providing valuable and sustainable insights for investors and the startup community at large instead of having just another light-touch startup competition with glittering prizes which ultimately do not add any real business value. Be part of our prestigious Proof of Pitch experience and elevate yourself! See you in June!” Revolutionizing Startup Evaluation: The AI Advantage At the heart of Proof of Pitch, a pioneering AI-driven tool is redefining startup assessments, providing deep, nuanced insights at an unprecedented pace. Developed by XVentures through a rigorous, year-long collaboration involving top VCs and data scientists, this AI, known as Pitch Scan LLM tool, can scrutinize a start-up’s business model, conducting thorough due diligence, and evaluate the team behind the idea, market size, and competitive landscape—within minutes rather than weeks. Every participant will be furnished with a detailed 10-page report, with a strategic roadmap for success in the ever-evolving Web3 domain. Beyond Funding: Prizes That Foster Growth This initiative is a revolutionary approach aimed at identifying, nurturing, and elevating start-ups set to redefine the innovative horizons of Web3. Winning at Proof of Pitch extends well beyond obtaining financial support. Winners are embraced by a full spectrum of resources, from AI-powered analytics to mentorship by Web3 visionaries, alongside direct introductions to leading venture capitalists. This holistic support system is designed to refine strategies, accelerate growth, and establish market leadership. Unprecedented Visibility Among The Elite Gain exclusive exposure by standing among the top 10% of applicants, showcased to a distinguished audience including CEOs, founders of leading blockchain enterprises, and top-tier Web3 venture capitalists. This exposure is more than mere visibility—it’s a golden ticket to captivate the attention of the industry’s elite, secure pivotal investments, and forge transformative connections. A Vanguard Call to Web3 Innovators Proof of Pitch calls upon start-ups at the cutting edge of Web3 innovation to dazzle the industry's titans, venture through the vanguard of technology, and stake a claim in the digital future. This unparalleled opportunity allows participants to showcase their visionary ideas, propel their start-ups forward, and create a lasting impact in the domain of digital innovation. Proof of Pitch invites those who are interested to dive into this revolutionary journey, an avenue for transcending traditional pitch norms. Navigate through the forefront of Web3 innovation. Proof of Talk seeks to welcome over 2500 participants. Combined with a stellar speaker line-up featuring CEOs, founders, and leaders of the Web3 and digital assets industry, the summit features impact-focused networking and a refined agenda. A few of the speakers include: ● Joseph Lubin, CEO and Founder at Consensys ● Jenny Johnson, CEO, Franklin Templeton ● Tim Draper, Founder, Draper Associates ● Ophelia Snyder, Cofounder President, 21Shares ● Mihailo Bjelic, Co-Founder, Polygon ● Raoul Pal, Crypto Macro Economist ● Yat Siu, Chairman, Animoca Brands ● Stani Kulechov, CEO, Avara ● Staci Warden, CEO, Algorand Foundation ● Tim Grant, CEO, Deus X Capital ● Digital asset leads from over 30 major TradFi banks ● Partners from 100+ attending VCs The summit’s agenda also actively reflects Web3’s growing importance, with over 20 panels, 10+ workshops, and over a dozen keynotes and firesides on key topics shaping Web3’s future. These include real-world asset tokenization, AI-blockchain integration, gaming evolution, and smart contract security. Participants in this year's Proof of Pitch can showcase their innovative ideas and gain valuable exposure. Participants have the opportunity to connect with industry experts and potential investors who can help elevate their businesses to the next level. Those who are interested can apply here . here here About Proof of Talk Proof of Talk is setting a new standard in the Web3 conference landscape, positioning itself not just as another web3 conference but as a pivotal forum where the promise of decentralization comes to life. The summit uniquely combines the essence of traditional economic forums with the dynamic, decentralized Web3 community, fostering an innovative ecosystem of dialogue and action. It stands as a platform for change, where every voice, from the seasoned economist to the radical Web3 founder, contributes to a collective vision of a decentralized economic future. By facilitating engaging discussions and unparalleled networking, participants shape this new landscape. Learn more at www.proofoftalk.io www.proofoftalk.io www.proofoftalk.io About X Ventures X Ventures is a Germany-based digital assets investment fund dedicated to supporting and empowering entrepreneurs in the Web3 industry. Alongside its investment activities, X Ventures founded www.xschool.io, aiming to provide accessible education to future leaders worldwide. Website: https://www.xventures.de https://www.xventures.de https://www.xventures.de Contact Shanna Molina Cognito shanna.molina@cognitomedia.nl This story was distributed as a release by Chainwire under HackerNoon’s Business Blogging Program. Learn more about the program here. This story was distributed as a release by Chainwire under HackerNoon’s Business Blogging Program. Learn more about the program here. here. here.

Proof of Pitch: Transforming The Pitch Competition Landscape With AI-Driven Insights And Top Web3 VC

পিচের প্রমাণ: এআই-চালিত অন্তর্দৃষ্টি এবং শীর্ষ ওয়েব3 ভিসি সহ পিচ প্রতিযোগিতার ল্যান্ডস্কেপ রূপান্তর করা

Proof of Pitch: Transformation der Pitch-Wettbewerbslandschaft mit KI-gestützten Erkenntnissen und Top Web3 VC

Prueba de presentación: transformar el panorama de la competencia de presentaciones con información basada en inteligencia artificial y los mejores capitalistas de riesgo Web3

Preuve de pitch : transformer le paysage de la compétition de pitch avec des informations basées sur l'IA et le meilleur VC Web3

पिच का प्रमाण: एआई-संचालित अंतर्दृष्टि और शीर्ष वेब 3 वीसी के साथ पिच प्रतियोगिता परिदृश्य को बदलना

ピッチの証明: AI 主導の洞察とトップ Web3 VC でピッチ競争の状況を変革

프레젠테이션 증명: AI 기반 통찰력과 최고의 Web3 VC를 통해 프레젠테이션 경쟁 환경 변화

Prova de argumento de venda: transformando o cenário da competição de argumentos de venda com insights baseados em IA e os principais VC da Web3

Proof of Pitch: преобразование конкурентной среды с помощью искусственного интеллекта и ведущих венчурных инвесторов Web3

Satış Konuşmasının Kanıtı: Yapay Zeka Odaklı Analizler ve En İyi Web3 VC ile Satış Konuşması Rekabet Ortamını Dönüştürüyor

Bằng chứng về quảng cáo chiêu hàng: Thay đổi bối cảnh cạnh tranh quảng cáo chiêu hàng bằng thông tin chi tiết dựa trên AI và Web3 VC hàng đầu

推介证明：利用人工智能驱动的洞察力和顶级 Web3 VC 改变推介竞争格局

GEORGE TOWN, Grand Cayman, April 23rd, 2024/Chainwire/-- Zircuit, a ZK rollup with parallelized circuits and AI-enabled security, today announced that its staking program has soared past $2B in TVL in only two months. As Zircuit forges ahead towards mainnet, the ZK rollup’s staking program is rapidly gaining momentum, attracting over $2B TVL in a short 2 months. Zircuit Staking allows users to earn Zircuit Points by depositing assets that can then be migrated to Zircuit's mainnet upon launch. Users can deposit ETH, liquid staking tokens (LSTs), liquid restaking tokens (LRTs), and USDe (Ethena USD) to earn Zircuit Points. In March, Zircuit launched its Build to Earn program to incentivize builders, founders, and community members who contribute to the Zircuit ecosystem. The program has already attracted over 1,000 submissions. With Zircuit's growing pre-launch TVL and community, approved projects will capture the interest of users in one of the fastest-growing L2s and benefit from a supercharged developer experience. In addition, developers and ecosystem contributors who participate in Zircuit’s Build to Earn program stand to receive rewards for approved contributions. Projects that join Zircuit through Build to Earn will join the growing list of top-tier launch partners including Ethena, Ether.fi, KelpDAO, Renzo, Hashflow, Galxe, Elixir, Blocto, Eigenpie, and many others. Zircuit is currently in testnet with plans to launch its mainnet in Summer 2024. To participate in Build to Earn, users can visit: https://build.zircuit.com/ To participate in Zircuit Staking, users can visit: https://stake.zircuit.com/ About Zircuit Zircuit is a ZK rollup with parallelized circuits and AI-enabled security at the sequencer level. Built by a team of web3 security veterans and PhDs in computer science, algorithms, and cryptography, Zircuit is backed by Pantera Capital, Dragonfly Capital, and Maelstrom. To learn more visit zircuit.com or follow us on Twitter/X @ZircuitL2 Contact Jessica Graber Zircuit jessica@zircuit.com This story was distributed as a release by Chainwire under HackerNoon’s Business Blogging Program. Learn more about the program here. GEORGE TOWN, Grand Cayman, April 23rd, 2024/Chainwire/-- Zircuit, a ZK rollup with parallelized circuits and AI-enabled security, today announced that its staking program has soared past $2B in TVL in only two months. staking program staking program As Zircuit forges ahead towards mainnet, the ZK rollup’s staking program is rapidly gaining momentum, attracting over $2B TVL in a short 2 months. Zircuit Staking allows users to earn Zircuit Points by depositing assets that can then be migrated to Zircuit's mainnet upon launch. Users can deposit ETH, liquid staking tokens (LSTs), liquid restaking tokens (LRTs), and USDe (Ethena USD) to earn Zircuit Points. In March, Zircuit launched its Build to Earn program to incentivize builders, founders, and community members who contribute to the Zircuit ecosystem. The program has already attracted over 1,000 submissions. With Zircuit's growing pre-launch TVL and community, approved projects will capture the interest of users in one of the fastest-growing L2s and benefit from a supercharged developer experience. In addition, developers and ecosystem contributors who participate in Zircuit’s Build to Earn program stand to receive rewards for approved contributions. Projects that join Zircuit through Build to Earn will join the growing list of top-tier launch partners including Ethena, Ether.fi, KelpDAO, Renzo, Hashflow, Galxe, Elixir, Blocto, Eigenpie, and many others. Zircuit is currently in testnet with plans to launch its mainnet in Summer 2024. To participate in Build to Earn, users can visit: https://build.zircuit.com/ https://build.zircuit.com/ https://build.zircuit.com/ To participate in Zircuit Staking, users can visit: https://stake.zircuit.com/ https://stake.zircuit.com/ https://stake.zircuit.com/ About Zircuit Zircuit is a ZK rollup with parallelized circuits and AI-enabled security at the sequencer level. Built by a team of web3 security veterans and PhDs in computer science, algorithms, and cryptography, Zircuit is backed by Pantera Capital, Dragonfly Capital, and Maelstrom. To learn more visit zircuit.com or follow us on Twitter/X @ZircuitL2 zircuit.com zircuit.com @ZircuitL2 @ZircuitL2 Contact Jessica Graber Zircuit jessica@zircuit.com This story was distributed as a release by Chainwire under HackerNoon’s Business Blogging Program. Learn more about the program here. This story was distributed as a release by Chainwire under HackerNoon’s Business Blogging Program. Learn more about the program here. here. here.

Zircuit Staking Soars Past $2B TVL In Only Two Months

Zircuit Staking মাত্র দুই মাসে $2B TVL ছাড়িয়েছে

Zircuit-Staking übersteigt in nur zwei Monaten 2 Milliarden US-Dollar TVL

La apuesta por Zircuit supera los 2.000 millones de dólares TVL en sólo dos meses

Le jalonnement de Zircuit dépasse les 2 milliards de dollars TVL en seulement deux mois

ज़िरकुइट की हिस्सेदारी केवल दो महीनों में $2B TVL से अधिक हो गई

Zircuit ステーキング、わずか 2 か月で TVL 20 億ドルを突破

지르퀴트 스테이킹은 단 2개월 만에 TVL 20억 달러를 넘어 치솟았습니다.

Zircuit Staking ultrapassa US$ 2 bilhões de TVL em apenas dois meses

Ставка Zircuit превысила $2 млрд TVL всего за два месяца

Zircuit Staking Sadece İki Ayda 2 Milyar Doları Geçti

Đặt cược Zircuit tăng vọt vượt qua 2 tỷ USD TVL chỉ sau hai tháng

Zircuit 质押总锁定金额仅两个月就突破 20 亿美元

GEORGE TOWN, Grand Cayman, March 27th, 2024/Chainwire/-- Zircuit, a fully EVM-compatible ZK rollup with parallelized circuits and AI-enabled security, today launched its Build to Earn program to incentivize builders, founders, and community members who contribute to the Zircuit ecosystem. Backed by Pantera Capital, Dragonfly Capital, and Maelstrom, Zircuit currently has over $800M staked. Zircuit is a playground for new applications and open experimentation, and projects that launch on Zircuit will benefit from higher security guarantees and protection from hacks through its groundbreaking AI-enabled security features. Zircuit launched its Build to Earn program that supercharges the developer experience for new builders onboarding onto the Zircuit Network. Developers and ecosystem contributors who participate in Zircuit’s Build to Earn program stand to receive rewards for approved contributions. Developers and ecosystem contributors can participate in Build to Earn in the following ways: Building a Mainnet Day 1 Launch project Developing ecosystem tools Deploying critical infrastructure Referring Zircuit to builders Investing in Zircuit Day 1 Launch projects Zircuit is scaling its ecosystem with applications in fast-growing categories including restaking applications, AI, and DeFi. Projects that join Zircuit through Build to Earn will join the growing list of top-tier launch partners including Ethena, Ether.fi, KelpDAO, Renzo, Hashflow, API3, Galxe, Elixir, Blocto, Eigenpie, and many others. The Build to Earn program follows the successful launch of Zircuit’s staking program. allows users to pre-commit assets to the network that will be migrated upon Zircuit mainnet launch. Users can deposit ETH, liquid staking tokens (LSTs), liquid restaking tokens (LRTs), USDe (Ethena USD) to earn Zircuit Points. Zircuit most recently partnered with to bring even more yield to Renzo Protocol's ezETH. Zircuit Staking Pendle To participate in Build to Earn, users can visit: https://build.zircuit.com/ To participate in Zircuit Staking, users can visit: https://stake.zircuit.com/ About Zircuit is a fully EVM-compatible ZK rollup with parallelized circuits and AI-enabled security at the sequencer level. Built by a team of web3 security veterans and PhDs in computer science, algorithms, and cryptography, Zircuit is backed by Pantera Capital, Dragonfly Capital, and Maelstrom. To learn more visit or follow us on Twitter/X Zircuit zircuit.com @ZircuitL2 Contact Jessica Graber Zircuit jessica@zircuit.com This story was distributed as a release by Chainwire under HackerNoon’s Business Blogging Program. Learn more about the program here.

Zircuit Launches Build To Earn Program To Reward Ecosystem Contributors

**SINGAPORE, Singapore, March 13th, 2024/Chainwire/--**SynFutures is a leading decentralized derivatives exchange, today announced the Trading Grand Prix (TGP) Competition, setting a new record with the largest stablecoin prize pool ever offered in decentralized finance (DeFi) history. With 500,000 USDB in rewards, the competition marks a monumental milestone following the launch of SynFutures V3 on Blast, which garnered over 300,000 registrations and more than $24M in TVL in just one week. The TGP is designed to spotlight SynFutures’ new Oyster AMM (oAMM), a fusion of automated market-making with an onchain order book model, setting a new benchmark for capital efficiency in DeFi. Historically, the gap between DeFi and CeFi has been pronounced, with the latter often outpacing in efficiency and user experience. Powered by the novel oAMM, SynFutures V3 bridges this divide, heralding a new era where DeFi can compete head-on with its centralized counterparts. An Eight-Week Marathon of Skill and Strategy. Beginning March 12, 2024, and ending May 7, 2024, the competition invites all traders to navigate the volatile seas of decentralized perps trading, leveraging SynFutures’ unmatched efficiency to secure their spot among the legends of the trade. Each tournament stands alone, offering fresh chances to win weekly USDB prizes, with up to 10,000 USDB awarded to the top trader. TGP also features a Masters Tournament, drawing in luminaries from the DeFi community and leading firms. Particpants include @jandx_, @RoofHanzo, @CMSholdings, @Awawat_Trades, @CL207, @keyboardmonkey3, @mattomattik, @nanixbt, @izebel_eth, @_jaechung, @cryptoethan, and @ResearchKronos. This elite gathering underscores the competition's significance, providing an onchain stage for the best to showcase their strategies under the most dynamic of market conditions. Rachel Lin, Co-founder and CEO of SynFutures, reflected on the inception of the trading competition. "Having seen so much success with our V3 launch on Blast, we wanted to celebrate this milestone by doing something unprecedented in DeFi. The Grand Prix isn't just a competition; it's a testament to our belief that DeFi can offer a trading experience as rich, if not richer, than CeFi. This competition invites the trading community to experience our new platform's capabilities firsthand." As the Grand Prix beckons, all traders are invited to partake in this historic event, vying for a piece of the half-million USDB prize pool. It's more than a competition; it celebrates strides toward a decentralized future, underscored by SynFutures' unwavering commitment to innovation, efficiency, and community. In addition to the TGP, users on SynFutures can earn up to 3x the rewards potential through the Expanded Oyster Odyssey (OO) program. Traders and liquidity providers will be rewarded with Blast, Blast Gold (Big Bang developer airdrop allocation), and OO points. A breakdown of the rewards distribution can be found . here Users can visit the for more information on , leaderboard updates, and registration details. SynFutures blog The Grand Prix Trading Competition About SynFutures SynFutures is a decentralized perpetual futures protocol that facilitates open and transparent trading on any assets and listings instantly. The V3 Oyster AMM launched the industry's first-ever unified AMM and onchain order book model. Backers include Tier 1 Web3 institutional investors Pantera Capital, Polychain Capital, Susquehanna International Group (SIG), Dragonfly Capital, Standard Crypto, and Framework Ventures, and the team has extensive experience at global financial institutions, fintech companies and blockchain technology companies such as Alipay, Bitmain, Credit Suisse, Deutsche Bank, Matrixport, and Nomura Securities.  Learn more: | | | | | | Website YouTube X Discord Telegram Github Press Kit Contacts CMO Mark Lee SynFutures mark.lee@synfutures.com Head of Content Greer Rodriguez SynFutures greer.rodriguez@synfutures.com This story was distributed as a release by Chainwire under HackerNoon’s Business Blogging Program. Learn more about the program here.

SynFutures Launches 500,000 USDB DeFi Trading Competition Following V3 Launch

**GEORGE TOWN, Grand Cayman, February 24th, 2024/Chainwire/--**Staking program amassed over $129M TVL in less than 24 hours. , a security-focused zero-knowledge rollup backed by pioneering L2 research, launched Zircuit Staking, an innovative program that allows users to stake ETH, liquid staking tokens (LSTs), and liquid restaking tokens (LRTs) to earn Zircuit Points. Shortly after launch, Zircuit Staking has already accumulated over $129M on the Ethereum mainnet and continues to rise. Zircuit Zircuit's community has gained an impressive following of over 112K followers and 125K members within a short four-month time span. The exponential growth of this community has also led to the early success of Zircuit’s staking program. Twitter Discord In comparison, Starkware started in 2018 and only has 229K Twitter followers and $134M in TVL according to DefiLlama. Zircuit is on track to surpass these numbers in terms of both community engagement and TVL. With the rapid ascent of EigenLayer, Zircuit is leveraging a growing surge in interest around restaking protocols. Less than 24 hours since launch, the program has already accumulated over $129 million TVL, signaling significant interest and confidence in the project. Through the staking program, users can Zircuit points on top of any staking yield or other existing points. Users that opt-in to migrate their assets to the Zircuit Mainnet when it goes live are rewarded the most. Users can withdraw at any time and keep the points and yield earned, so ETH isn't hard-locked like in Blast or Mantle. Currently, , , , , and are supported with more integrations to come over the coming weeks. To participate in the Zircuit Staking program, users can visit Lido Finance Renzo Protocol Swell Network Kelp DAO Liquid Collective https://stake.zircuit.com/ For more information on Zircuit, Users can visit: https://www.zircuit.com/ About Zircuit is a fully EVM-compatible, zero-knowledge rollup powered by the latest research in L2 technology. Built by a team with multiple research grants from the Ethereum Foundation and backed by Pantera Capital and Dragonfly Capital, Zircuit is leading the future of secure chains with sequencer-level security. Users can learn more by visiting or follow us on Twitter/X Zircuit zircuit.com @ZircuitL2 Contact Jessica Graber Zircuit This story was distributed as a release by Chainwire under HackerNoon’s Business Blogging Program. Learn more about the program here.

Zircuit, New ZK-Rollup Focused on Security, Launches Staking Program

Zircuit, নিউ ZK-রোলআপ নিরাপত্তার উপর দৃষ্টি নিবদ্ধ করে, স্টেকিং প্রোগ্রাম চালু করে

Zircuit, neues ZK-Rollup mit Fokus auf Sicherheit, startet Absteckprogramm

Zircuit, el nuevo ZK-Rollup centrado en la seguridad, lanza un programa de participación

Zircuit, nouveau ZK-Rollup axé sur la sécurité, lance un programme de jalonnement

ज़िरकुइट, सुरक्षा पर केंद्रित नया ZK-रोलअप, स्टेकिंग प्रोग्राम लॉन्च करता है

セキュリティに重点を置いた新しい ZK ロールアップである Zircuit がステーキング プログラムを開始

보안에 초점을 맞춘 새로운 ZK 롤업 Zircuit, 스테이킹 프로그램 출시

Zircuit, novo ZK-Rollup focado em segurança, lança programa de staking

Zircuit, новый пакет ZK, ориентированный на безопасность, запускает программу ставок

Güvenliğe Odaklanan Yeni ZK-Rollup Zircuit, Staking Programını Başlatıyor

Zircuit, ZK-Rollup mới tập trung vào bảo mật, ra mắt chương trình đặt cược

Zircuit，专注于安全性的新 ZK-Rollup，推出质押计划

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