Polygon

Singapore-based blockchain startup to help businesses of all sizes overcome challenges to build cutting-edge infrastructure for Web3. Bisonai, a Singapore-based company specializing in Web3 infrastructure, has joined forces with Polygon Supernet, a blockchain developer that provides a Layer 2 scaling solution for Ethereum, to revolutionize enterprise blockchain solutions, offering scalable and customizable Web3 infrastructure to businesses worldwide. As companies increasingly look to adopt blockchain technology, they often encounter significant challenges related to scalability and complex infrastructure requirements. Bisonai's partnership with…

Cross-chain prime brokerage protocol Primex Finance rolls out a major update to its application. Launching in two stages, Beta 0.3.0 introduces a variety of new features and improvements and fixes of existing functionalities. Starting on January 12th, 2023, Phase 1 was exclusively available for Primex Early Users, who could be the first to have a hands-on experience with Beta 0.3.0. From now on, Early Users will get privileged access to all major protocol updates in the future (beginning from Beta…

Global payments network Mastercard has revealed its latest innovative Web3 venture. Via the new “Artist Accelerator” feature, Mastercard hopes to usher in five burgeoning musicians into the Web3 experience as well as stardom.  Mastercard Program to Teach Web3 Branding Dubbed the Mastercard Artist Accelerator, the initiative is set to leverage Web3 and blockchain solutions to empower rising artists. The Mastercard program will feature a unique training module that prepares artists to utilize Web3 in creating their brands. Not only that,…

Planet IX is a new gaming experience using blockchain and web3 gaming to create a fair and secure ecosystem. Through IXT tokens, players can compete on an even playing field regardless of their starting point in the game. Tokenomics ensures that everyone has a chance to earn rewards based on their participation and contribution to the game. Nibiru Software, the company behind the project, will use the proceeds from IXT sales to develop and improve Planet IX. The community and…

Muse will launch its latest album, "Will of the People," as a limited-edition NFT on Polygon-powered platform Serenade on August 26. The world-famous British rock band will establish a premiere in the UK and Australian charts by releasing the first-ever, entirely NFT music album. Moreover, the release will only feature 1,000 copies available globally at £20 (around $24.50) apiece. In return for their money, fans will get the band's ninth studio album as a downloadable, high-res FLAC version. Each copy…

Polygon – a top platform for Ethereum scaling and infrastructure – has announced the launch of Polygon zkEVM. The program will allow Ethereum to scale to global use such that transactions can be settled instantly and nearly for free. . The Holy Grail of Scaling In an interview with CoinDesk, Polygon co-founder Mihailo Bjelic described zkEVM as the “holy grail” and “missing component” concerning Ethereum’s mass adoption. It combines three critical features: Ethereum compatibility, security, and scalability. The first feature…

Reddit announced it has jumped into the NFT space with the release of a series of “collectible avatars” on the polygon blockchain network. Although the word “NFT” did not appear anywhere in Reddit’s announcement, its new collectible avatars share many similarities with non-fungible tokens.  Users can Showcase Tokens as Profile Pictures According to its official release, Reddit will launch the virtual avatars in conjunction with Ethereum’s layer-2 Polygon protocol. Working with independent designers, the Reddit team pulled together a collection…

Following the integration of some major blockchain ecosystems, active Opera users will now benefit from blockchain services and decentralized apps (dApps). Opera revealed earlier today that its Web3 browser will now support eight blockchain ecosystems. Solana, Polygon, StarkEx, and Bitcoin are among these ecosystems, as are IXO, Ronin, Nervos, and Celo. This innovation will also provide its consumers with easy access to blockchains and decentralized app solutions. The company touts Opera Crypto Browser as the world's first Web3 browser, with…

Blockchain-based cryptocurrencies and protocols have had a significant environmental impact. But the efforts to minimize crypto’s carbon footprint will take some time. Still, the good news is that over 4,500 token options exist for investors. Also, they have sustainable and long-term growth potential. In 2023, blockchain cryptocurrencies made it easier for individuals to perform secure financial transactions. Moreover, the idea of no intrusiveness from third parties like a bank, court, or monetary authority appeals to users. No wonder users now…