At the European Blockchain Convention, a panel discussion on the 'Future of DeFi Intents' took place, featuring industry leaders:
- Sergej Kunz (co-founder)
- Mounir Benchemled (ParaSwap)
- Stefi Lau (Cassiopeia & Financial Fox)
- Luis Pastor (Tritemius)
The panel explored:
- The intersection of AI and DeFi
- How these technologies are shaping finance's future
- Potential impacts on decentralized financial systems
This discussion highlights the growing importance of intent-based systems in DeFi and the role of AI in enhancing user experiences and financial processes.
On stage at the @EBlockchainCon, our co-founder Sergej Kunz @deacix discussed the "Future of DeFi Intents" with @mounibec (@paraswap), @stefixy (@cassiopeia_ltd & @_financialfox) and @LuisPastor3T (@Tritemius3T), exploring how AI and DeFi are shaping the future of finance 馃敭
1inch ETHGlobal Prague Hackathon Winners Announced
1inch Network has announced winners from their ETHGlobal Prague hackathon tracks. The cross-chain swaps (Fusion+) track awarded $2K each to Moleswap, 8inch, Donnut, goulHash, CrossChainer, and HTLC AVM-EVM teams. In the Limit Order Protocol track: - Smart TWAPer won first place ($3K) - VectorPlus secured second place ($2K) - ChainFlash Pro took third place ($1.5K) Teams worked on integrations with Sui Network, Aptos, and TON blockchain. [Full list of winners](https://ethglobal.com/events/prague)
Ethereum Pectra Upgrade: 3 Weeks Later
Three weeks after Ethereum's Pectra upgrade, significant improvements are becoming apparent: - **Account Abstraction**: Enabling smarter wallets with fewer clicks - **Doubled Network Throughput**: Leading to faster transactions - **Increased Staking Limits**: Expanding network participation The upgrade has delivered on its promises of improved user experience with: - Smoother operations - More modern interface - Reduced transaction fees - Streamlined staking process [Read the detailed analysis](http://blog.1inch.io/pectra-upgrade-three-weeks-in) or check out [Ankr's comprehensive overview](https://www.ankr.com/blog/ethereum-pectra-upgrade/)
Solana Foundation President Lily Liu Featured in Dubai Announcement and Upcoming Podcast

Lily Liu, President of the Solana Foundation, recently visited Dubai for a key Solana announcement. She will be featured in an upcoming podcast alongside notable guests: - 1inch co-founder Sergej Kunz (@deacix) - Alexandra Fetisova (@daosasha) This follows her recent appearance at Consensus Hong Kong in February, where she discussed Solana's role in PayFi and the future of finance. *Previous engagement:* - February 17th speaker at Consensus Hong Kong - Focus on Solana and PayFi developments - [Event registration](https://lu.ma/10xsqb5z)
Fusion+ Introduces Gasless Transactions for Cross-Chain Swaps

Fusion+ has unveiled a new feature allowing users to perform gasless transactions for cross-chain swaps. Here's what you need to know: - Users can now sign off-chain orders without paying gas in native tokens - Network fees are covered by resolvers, making swaps cost-free - This feature simplifies the swap process, removing a common barrier Fusion+ continues to innovate in the cross-chain swap space, addressing key challenges like fragmented liquidity and high fees. The platform aims to provide: - Seamless token swaps across supported chains - Enhanced security and best price execution - A user-first approach to cross-chain interactions To learn more about Fusion+ and its features, visit the 1inch blog or try it out in the 1inch dApp.
1inch Wallet Eliminates Blind Signing for Enhanced Security

The 1inch Wallet has introduced a feature that eliminates blind signing, providing users with full visibility into their transactions. This enhancement aims to improve security and user understanding: - Complex transaction details are simplified into clear language - Users can review and approve each transaction with confidence - The feature promotes more secure and informed crypto transactions To experience this improved security measure: 1. Visit https://1inch.io/wallet/ 2. Download the 1inch Wallet 3. Enjoy transparent, secure transactions This update reinforces 1inch's commitment to user safety and transparency in the crypto space.