X1 EcoChain, the world’s first eco-friendly DePIN Layer-1 blockchain, is accelerating its global impact with two groundbreaking initiatives: a $5 million Grant Program for developers and the launch of Galxe Starboard, a $100,000 rewards campaign for top community contributors. Grant Program Grant Program Galxe Starboard Galxe Starboard Fueling Innovation: $5M Grant ProgramX1 EcoChain is setting a new standard for Web4 infrastructure by directly investing in builders who can shape the decentralized future. The $5M Grant Program funds projects across DePIN, DeFi, decentralized storage & computing, identity, reputation, gaming, and metaverse applications. Grants from $25K to $400K 90–120 day project cycles EVM-compatible, scalable architectureUnlike other blockchains, X1 EcoChain emphasizes ultra-low-energy, household-powered decentralization, with 3 Wh X1Nodes already deployed in 65+ countries.Priority tracks include: Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks (DePIN) Next-generation mobile and payment services DeFi protocols with real-world utility Storage and computing dApps Identity, reputation, and trust systems Developer SDKs and tooling for rapid adoption Grants from $25K to $400K Grants from $25K to $400K 90–120 day project cycles 90–120 day project cycles EVM-compatible, scalable architectureUnlike other blockchains, X1 EcoChain emphasizes ultra-low-energy, household-powered decentralization, with 3 Wh X1Nodes already deployed in 65+ countries.Priority tracks include: EVM-compatible, scalable architectureUnlike other blockchains, X1 EcoChain emphasizes ultra-low-energy, household-powered decentralization, with 3 Wh X1Nodes already deployed in 65+ countries.Priority tracks include: Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks (DePIN) Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks (DePIN) Next-generation mobile and payment services Next-generation mobile and payment services DeFi protocols with real-world utility DeFi protocols with real-world utility Storage and computing dApps Storage and computing dApps Identity, reputation, and trust systems Identity, reputation, and trust systems Developer SDKs and tooling for rapid adoption Developer SDKs and tooling for rapid adoption By empowering builders, X1 EcoChain accelerates real-world Web4 applications that are scalable, sustainable, and global. Galxe Starboard: $100K for Community Champions Decentralization is powered by people. To reward those shaping the ecosystem, X1 EcoChain launches Galxe Starboard, a dynamic leaderboard distributing $100K in X1 Coins to contributors worldwide. Season 1: $50,000 from Sept 25 – Nov 25, 2025, rewarding the top 200 contributorsRankings based on impact, creativity, and value, not luckStarboard rewards: Original explainers and thought leadership Creative content: videos, infographics, memes, and threads Validator stories and ecosystem insights Meaningful community engagement Original explainers and thought leadership Creative content: videos, infographics, memes, and threads Validator stories and ecosystem insights Meaningful community engagement Every action increases a participant’s Aura score, unlocking bigger rewards and recognition. Why X1 EcoChain Stands ApartMost blockchains still rely on energy-hungry data centers. X1 EcoChain proves anyone, anywhere can run the network via plug-and-play 3 Wh X1Nodes. Galxe Starboard ensures the community drives growth, making storytelling, education, and influence part of the blockchain itself. A Web4-Ready Future With a $5M Grant Program and a $100K community campaign, X1 EcoChain supercharges both infrastructure and community, delivering a green, global, people-powered blockchain that redefines decentralization beyond servers and data centers. About X1 EcoChain X1 EcoChain is the world’s first fully decentralized, ultra-efficient Layer-1 blockchain, powered by 3 Wh X1Nodes in 65+ countries. Using a Proof-of-Authority consensus, it combines scalability, sustainability, and physical decentralization. EVM-compatible smart contracts Cross-chain interoperability Rapid dApp deployment via robust SDKs 6,000+ X1Nodes online EVM-compatible smart contracts Cross-chain interoperability Rapid dApp deployment via robust SDKs 6,000+ X1Nodes online X1 EcoChain proves that blockchain can be light, open, resilient, and truly decentralized. Discover more: Visit X1 EcoChain’s website, whitepaper, roadmap, and connect on X (Twitter), Discord, Telegram, Instagram, and YouTube. X1 EcoChain’s website X1 EcoChain’s website whitepaper whitepaper roadmap roadmap X (Twitter) X (Twitter) Discord Discord Telegram Telegram Instagram Instagram YouTube YouTube This story was published as a press release by Btcwire under HackerNoon’s Business Blogging Program. Do Your Own Research before making any financial decision. This story was published as a press release by Btcwire under HackerNoon’s Business Blogging Program. Do Your Own Research before making any financial decision. 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