SKALE Network has released Portal 4.1, introducing significant improvements to their ecosystem gateway.
Key updates include:
- Redesigned user interface for better navigation
- Enhanced chain-switching capabilities
- New trending dApps discovery feature
The update builds on Portal 3.2's improvements, complementing recent network developments like SkillfulAI's gas-free AI assistants and UnipolyGames' Web3 gaming initiatives.
Visit SKALE Portal to explore the new features or read the detailed breakdown on the SKALE blog.
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