How it started vs.​ How it's going

**Major institutional exposure** for Pudgy Penguins as the NFT project and $PENGU token were prominently featured in Bullish's Q2 earnings presentation. - Slides showcasing the project were presented directly to **Wall Street investors** - The presentation reached institutional audiences through the NYSE-listed company's earnings call - This follows previous institutional recognition, including a NASDAQ opening bell ceremony **Key implications:** - Traditional finance institutions now have formal exposure to the Pudgy Penguins ecosystem - The earnings report format provides legitimacy in institutional investment circles - Wall Street analysts and fund managers received direct presentation materials This represents a significant step in **bridging NFT projects with traditional finance**, as earnings calls typically focus on established financial instruments rather than digital collectibles.

**Pudgy Penguins expands to South Korea** with official community channels now live. The project launched two key platforms for Korean users: - **Telegram channel** for real-time updates - **Naver Cafe** - Korea's equivalent to Reddit This marks Pengu's strategic push into the Asian market, building on their existing global Telegram presence. **Join the communities:** - [Telegram Channel](https://t.me/pudgypenguinskr) - [Naver Cafe](https://cafe.naver.com/pudgypenguins) The move signals growing international adoption as web3 projects recognize Korea's significant crypto community.

**Pengu takes over Singapore's Token of Love music festival** on October 1st in partnership with Gate.io and Abstract Chain. The event features: - Globally renowned artists and Top 100 DJs - Web3 leaders and investment funds networking - **Free admission for Pudgy Penguins holders** - Limited spots available This marks the finale of Pengu's extensive Asia tour, which included events in Seoul and multiple Singapore gatherings during Token2049 week. [RSVP here](http://luma.com/r8p246v8?coupon=PUDGYGA) - spots are filling up fast.

$PENGU token is now **live and tradable** on MercadoBitcoin, Latin America's largest digital asset investment platform. This listing expands PENGU's accessibility across the LATAM region, following its previous launch on Ripio exchange in August. - Major milestone for PENGU's regional expansion - Provides Latin American investors direct access to the token - Builds on growing presence in LATAM crypto markets

Universities are forming partnerships in Korea, with additional developments planned for the region. The initiative appears to be part of a broader expansion into the Korean market that began earlier this year.