Alephium has unveiled the first iteration of its Core dApp testnet interface, marking significant progress toward launch.
Frontend Progress:
- Portfolio page designs completed
- Swap page interface finalized
- Liquidity pools design finished
- Bridge widget integration complete
Backend Developments:
- Referral system support added for CLMM and CPMM
- SDK bug fixes for swapping functionality
- Enhanced liquidity position management
The development team emphasizes precision and security as core priorities. The raw UI will be refined to match Alephium's design standards before testnet launch.
Testnet date remains TBC as developers focus on ensuring maximum reliability and security for the DEX platform.
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Super dApps: Web3 Shifts from Isolated Tools to Complete User Experiences

**Super dApps** represent a fundamental shift in Web3 application design, moving away from isolated primitives toward delivering complete user journeys. Linx Labs co-founder RaduC22 has published an analysis exploring this evolution in Web3 architecture. The piece examines how applications are transitioning from single-function tools to integrated platforms that handle end-to-end user needs. Key points: - Super dApps focus on **complete user journeys** rather than fragmented experiences - Implementation approaches vary across different platforms - This shift signals Web3 infrastructure reaching a new maturity phase The article is available on the Alephium blog: [The Rise of Super dApps](https://alephium.org/news/post/the-rise-of-super-dapps-why-web3-is-finally-growing-up-part-1/)
Alephium Assemble Episode Available
The latest episode of Alephium Assemble is now available for viewing. - Catch up on the most recent community update - Previous episodes remain accessible for those who missed earlier content Alephium continues its regular community engagement through these recorded sessions.
Linx Labs Publishes New Article
Linx Labs has released a new article. The announcement was shared on social media, encouraging community engagement through retweets. No additional details about the article's content or topic were provided in the announcement.
Alephium Shares January Community Update

Alephium posted their latest community update on January 23rd via X (formerly Twitter). The update follows their January 2026 community broadcast. **Key Context:** - Alephium operates a lock & mint bridge system - Built on a Wormhole fork for cross-chain communication - Enables asset transfers between Ethereum and Alephium - Bridged assets work across DEXes and NFT marketplaces [View the update](https://x.com/alephium/status/2014609054748791032)
馃攧 Alephium Core dApp Testnet Gets Latest Update
**Alephium has released its latest Core dApp Testnet update**, continuing development of their cross-chain bridge infrastructure. The update builds on previous progress outlined in "The Road to Core dApp Testnet" documentation. **All testnet updates are consolidated in a pinned thread** for easy tracking. **Key points:** - Latest testnet iteration now available for testing - Updates focus on Core dApp functionality - Documentation available for developers - Ongoing development of Ethereum-Alephium bridge capabilities The Core dApp represents Alephium's effort to enhance their lock & mint bridge system, which enables asset transfers between Ethereum and Alephium networks.