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ZetaChain and Google Cloud have launched an AI-powered Universal App Buildathon featuring Gemini AI integration. The initiative includes: - Workshop series focusing on frontend development - Integration of Gemini AI with blockchain technology - Hands-on training for building cross-chain applications Developers can learn to create interoperable dApps that work across multiple blockchains. The buildathon emphasizes practical implementation and real-world use cases. [Learn more about the buildathon](https://blog.zetachain.com/announcing-the-zetachain-x-google-cloud-ai-powered-universal-app-buildathon-a9ee3fa3dac4)

A significant shift in blockchain interoperability is emerging, eliminating the need for traditional bridges and token wrapping mechanisms. This development marks a departure from conventional cross-chain solutions that typically require multiple steps and intermediary tokens. Key implications: - Direct chain-to-chain transactions - Reduced security risks associated with bridges - Simplified user experience - Lower transaction costs - Native asset transfers without wrapping The technology enables seamless cross-chain operations without compromising security or adding complexity. This represents a notable advancement in blockchain infrastructure, potentially setting new standards for inter-chain communications.

ZetaChain has announced a 1000 USDC bounty program for developers to build Universal NFTs - a new standard enabling cross-chain NFT functionality. Key points: - Bounty focuses on creating NFTs that can move seamlessly across multiple blockchains - Program hosted on Superteam Earn platform - Aims to encourage multi-chain development instead of single-chain solutions The initiative builds on ZetaChain's Universal Blockchain infrastructure, allowing assets and users to interact across different blockchain networks. [Apply for the bounty on Superteam Earn](https://earn.superteam.fun/listing/universal-nft)

Bitcoin approaches $70K amid growing institutional interest. Solana demonstrates Layer 1 strength with $8.7M in network revenue. Traditional memecoins give way to conceptual tokens as market sentiment improves ahead of U.S. elections. Key developments: - Visa partners with Coinbase for instant crypto debit purchases - Franklin Templeton launches blockchain-traded money market fund on Base Read our detailed analysis here: [Crypto Market Insights](https://www.apex.exchange/blog/detail/Weekly-Crypto-Market-Insights-13)

Community blockchain has announced its most ambitious milestone yet - achieving full interoperability across all major blockchain networks by August 2025. The project aims to create seamless connectivity between: - Bitcoin network - All major EVM chains - Non-EVM Layer 1s - Layer 2 scaling solutions This represents the final phase of Community's interoperability roadmap, dubbed the 'Final Boss' milestone. The protocol will enable developers to build dApps that can interact with any blockchain from a single interface. Technical implementation begins Q4 2024, with testing and audits scheduled throughout 2025.