Major Telecoms Join Forces with NEAR Protocol at Staking Summit 2025
Major Telecoms Join Forces with NEAR Protocol at Staking Summit 2025
🤝 Telecoms Enter The Matrix
A landmark panel at Staking Summit Dubai 2025 brought together telecommunications giants to discuss their role in Web3 infrastructure. Representatives from Vodafone, Deutsche Telekom, Telefónica, and Saudi Telecom joined NEAR Foundation to explore how telecoms can support decentralized networks.
Key highlights:
- Launch of Node Studio, a collaborative product between Openmesh Network and DappNode
- New validator tools for NEAR Protocol blockchain
- Focus on making node operation accessible to users and organizations
The event showcased growing institutional interest in blockchain infrastructure, with major telecoms positioning themselves as key players in the Web3 ecosystem.
Watch the full panel discussion: Telcos as Web3 Infrastructure Titans
Node Studio ⛓️ A new product created in collaboration with @OpenmeshNetwork and @dappnode, making it easy for any user or organization to support the @NEARProtocol blockchain by running their own validator. Watch @ccossio’s workshop at @StakingSummit 2025! 👇
On the first day of @StakingSummit, our Co-Founder @lucio_tato will take part in the panel: Telcos as Web3 Infrastructure Titans: Powering Decentralized Networks. 🎙️ Speakers from: Deutsche Telekom Telefónica Saudi Telecom Bahrain NEAR Foundation Pairpoint by Vodafone
Day 1 | @StakingSummit Dubai 2025 🚀 We hosted an incredible workshop on running nodes on @NEARProtocol. Massive panel with our Co-Founder @lucio_tato. Our ambassadors @gem_decrypto and @ekosubagyo were there supporting us alongside @srpuuul. What an exciting day!
Watch the full panel: Telcos as Web3 Infrastructure Titans: Powering Decentralized Networks at @StakingSummit — featuring @VodafoneGroup, @mms_Blockchain, @NEARFoundation, and @stc_bhr, moderated by @lucio_tato. Top-tier telecoms diving into Web3! youtu.be/DDbbZ9RLG8k?si…
💡 3:30 PM | Panel 6 at @StakingSummit Telcos as Web3 Infrastructure Titans: Powering Decentralized Networks. Benjamin Balzer | @mms_Blockchain Patxi Barrios | @Telefonica Mohammed Imran Sidd | @stc_ksa David Norris | @NEARFoundation David Palmer | @web3pairpoint by Vodafone
We’ve been working closely with @OpenmeshNetwork and @dappnode on something incredible for staking and new validators on @NEARProtocol ⛓️ Get the full scoop firsthand at #StakingSummit this Monday, April 28, during our workshop. Register here: lu.ma/q4slwlb6
Meta Pool DAO Distributes $1.24M in Staking Rewards Across Frontier Markets
Meta Pool DAO has reached a significant milestone by distributing $1.24M in staking rewards across frontier markets. The distribution was executed through: - Governance initiatives - Grant programs - Scholarship collaborations with UZH Blockchain This achievement builds on Meta Pool's three-year growth trajectory and expanding integrations. The details were presented by Co-founder @ccossios at Staking Summit 2025. Watch the full keynote presentation: [Staking Summit Keynote](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KUHH_GlX9nk)
Meta Pool DAO April 2025 Rewards Distribution
Meta Pool DAO has distributed April's protocol fees totaling $101,206. Key highlights: - $65,784 allocated to active voters - 9,011 stNEAR distributed - 2,068,748 mpDAO tokens distributed The mpIP-15 implementation is now complete. Rewards can be claimed through the new mpDAO allocation button under the Rewards Available card at [metapool.app/myvotes](http://metapool.app/myvotes). Note: This mpDAO allocation is part of regular rewards, not an additional bonus.
Meta Pool Ecosystem Teases Major Update for May 3rd
Meta Pool, the multi-chain staking protocol spanning NEAR, Aurora, and Ethereum networks, has hinted at a significant announcement scheduled for May 3rd. The protocol, known for its streamlined authentication process and cross-chain functionality, has been building anticipation within its community through a series of cryptic messages. Previous similar teasers from Meta Pool have typically preceded substantial protocol updates or new feature launches.
Meta Pool Governance Call 17 Announcement
Meta Pool announces Governance Call 17, scheduled for May 8 at 5 PM UTC. The meeting will feature presentations from Co-Founders @ccossio and @lucio_tato. Key agenda items: - Meta Pool Node Studio updates - mpDAO Grants on Story Protocol - Community governance discussions Join the live stream: [Watch on YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p5do4bz-heQ) Previous governance calls have covered important topics like Meta Pool Improvement Proposal 14 and the Professional Node Operators Program.
Meta Pool Scholar Spotlight: Mauro Ojeda's Journey to UZH Blockchain Program
Mauro Ojeda, a recent Business Administration graduate from Chile, has been awarded Meta Pool's scholarship to attend the prestigious Deep Dive into Blockchain summer course at the University of Zurich (UZH). **Key Details:** - Program hosted by UZH Blockchain Center - Scholarship covers full course participation - Focus on blockchain technology and DeFi - Scholars to research AI Agents in DeFi Mauro, known for blockchain advocacy in Chilean educational communities, will join international experts and professionals for intensive blockchain training. The scholarship program reflects Meta Pool DAO's commitment to blockchain education and community development. [Learn more about Meta Pool Scholarships](https://www.metapool.app/scholarships/)