ZetaChain Achieves 33% Faster Block Time with v31 Lightning Upgrade
ZetaChain Achieves 33% Faster Block Time with v31 Lightning Upgrade
β‘ 4 Seconds To Freedom
ZetaChain deployed its v31 Lightning upgrade, reducing block time from 6s to 4s while maintaining decentralization. Key developments include:
- New Solana mainnet functions (withdrawAndCall)
- TON testnet integration (depositAndCall)
- Simplified CLI with one-line commands for cross-chain operations
The platform reported significant growth:
- 500% increase in developer activity
- Top 5 mindshare position
- New ZETA markets on PolynomialFi and BloFin
- 160K community members across 16 regions
π© 16 regions, 24 languages, 160K community members. The future of Web3 is Universal, and weβre building it with communities around the world π§΅
Building the Universal Blockchain for Bitcoin and Beyond!
ποΈ Cryptic Talks with @zetablockchain! ποΈ Topic: Building the Universal Blockchain for Bitcoin and Beyond ποΈ Date: Monday, June 9th β° Time: 02:00 PM UTC / 04:00 PM CEST Host: @pauli_speaks, BD & PR Specialist at Cryptic Guest: @realalexkim, Ecosystem Lead at ZetaChain Link:
ZetaChain enters the top 5 in mindshare today @River4fun! Build on the Universal Blockchain. Access people everywhere including native Bitcoin!
π₯ @RiverdotInc β 11.64% π₯ @SolvProtocol β 9.63% π₯ @BNBCHAIN β 8.87% @zetablockchain β 8.53% @worldlibertyfi β 8.11% @tutorialtoken β 7.37% @puffer_finance β 7.33% @PancakeSwap β 7.33% @MerlinLayer2 β 7.32% @BSquaredNetwork β 6.45% River Pts are distributed by mindshare keep
β‘ June was LIGHTNING fast at ZetaChain. We shipped massive upgrades. Hereβs everything you should know π
With Deutsche Telekom securing ZetaChain, we're accelerating our mission to build the Universal Blockchain. Deploy Universal Apps once. Reach people everywhere β including native Bitcoin. We're excited to collaborate on Telekom & Friends Vol. 2 during @BerBlockWeek!
Built without boundaries. Universal. Interoperable. Ready for every chain. Telekom & Friends 2.0 Time for the next move. Welcome @zetablockchain
π© @zuno_dex is the newest Universal DEX on ZetaChain now live on testnet. Trade across Bitcoin, EVMs, and Solana in one click. Join the campaign π
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β‘ ZetaChain Lightning is live. Get a full deep dive into the Universal Blockchain by @AleaResearch. ZetaChain powers Universal Apps that work natively across all chains β including Bitcoin and the blockchains of tomorrow β so people can access all of crypto, everywhere. Read
Today, we've released a Deep Dive report on ZetaChain. ZetaChain is a Universal L1 that connects natively to other blockchain networks, including Ethereum, BNB Chain, & more. ZetaChain Lightning slashes block times by 33%+, integrates Solana, TON, & more π
π ZetaChain Universal Apps unlock native BTC in DeFi. Now with OP_RETURN limits removed, Bitcoin is more expressive than ever. bitUSD is just the start: a native BTC-backed stablecoin that works across all chains.
6 seconds. 5 seconds. 4 seconds. 3 seconds. 2 seconds. β‘
What if one app worked natively on Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solanaβ¦ and reached people everywhere? Thatβs a Universal App. Thatβs ZetaChain.
β‘οΈ Fresh off the ZetaChain Lightning upgrade... Dive into the Universal Blockchain with @0xKmack and @fadeev as they break down native BTCfi, cross-chain interoperability, Universal App building, and more π
π¨ New Proof of Vision episode for you folks today: In our 20th PoV episode, our Director of Protocol Services, Kirk (@0xKmack), had on Denis (@fadeev), Head of Developer Experience at @zetablockchain. ZetaChain is a Universal L1 that connects natively to blockchain networks,
π© Build on the Universal Blockchain. With Universal NFTs on ZetaChain, your assets and users can move across all chains.
Universal NFT/Token v2 is here π Cross-chain assets on @ZetaBlockchain just got a major upgrade. Failed transfers now automatically revert to the sender. Unused gas tokens are refunded. And everything works out of the box with the CLI. Safer, smarter, and ready to build π§΅
β‘οΈ 500% uptick in dev activity on ZetaChain. Build Universal Apps once, launch everywhere from native Bitcoin to Solana and beyond!
π― TOP PROJECTS BY DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITY GROWTH @ConcordiumNet +1230% @solana +1180% @ShapeShift +1070% @zetablockchain +500% @AcrossProtocol +410% @babylon_chain +383% @cosmos +343% @CelestiaOrg +168% @MultiversX +137% @hedera +118% $CCD $SOL $FOX $ZETA $ACX $ATOM $TIA $EGLD
ZetaChain Lightning strikes today β‘
At ZetaChain, our mission is to build a Universal Blockchain with native access to any blockchain, making crypto as accessible, diverse, and connected as the internet. Learn more about ZetaChain in @AleaResearch's latest report π
Today, we released a Blueprint report on ZetaChain. ZetaChain is a Universal Layer-1 blockchain, acting as a decentralized hub that brings separate blockchains together. ZetaChain enables dApps to natively operate across multiple chains from a single smart contract π
Today's forecast: βοΈ Cloudy β‘ Lightning π© Universal Blockchain upgrade
ZETA is now available on @BloFin_Official. 8,500,000 people have joined ZetaChain. This is another step toward making the Universal Blockchain accessible to everyone!
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.@Amana_DeFi is a Universal App that enables you to access vaults across chains in a single step. π© Study Universal Blockchain.
Catch up on ZetaChain Lightning and the Universal Blockchain!
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β‘οΈ ZetaChain Lightning is comingβ¦
ποΈ@zetablockchain Lightning Upgrade is coming β and itβs HUGE for the future of cross-chain. Want the alpha? Pull up to our X Space with the Zeta team β‘οΈπ ποΈ June 19 π 2PM PST / 9PM UTC π² Set Reminder: x.com/i/spaces/1DXGyβ¦ π $100 $ZETA Giveaway β 2 random winners
β‘οΈ The Lightning upgrade will put ZetaChain in the top 3 fastest Cosmos chains. Build Universal Apps once, and launch everywhere including native Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, more, and TON coming soon.
ZetaChain Lightning is the protocol's first step toward achieving the fastest Cross-Chain Transactions (CCTX). Block times have been reduced from 6s to 4s, with 2s block times targeted.
Build once, launch everywhere. Universal Apps on ZetaChain work across all chains even Bitcoin. Explore the new homepage β zetachain.com
With Deutsche Telekom securing ZetaChain, we're accelerating our mission to build the Universal Blockchain. Build once, launch everywhere β including native Bitcoin! We're excited to support Telekom & Friends Vol. 2!
Excited to announce: Telekom & Friends Vol. 2 at @BerBlockWeek! Join us and our partners - @NEARProtocol, @Polkadot, @Fetch_ai, @helloSQD, @injective, @LayerZero_Core, @XDC_Network_, and @zetablockchain for an inspiring flagship event showcasing the latest in blockchain
76 weekly commits and climbing. ZetaChain is leading Cosmos dev momentum! Build once, launch everywhere including native Bitcoin. Keep shipping.
Based on weekly developer activity @ZetaBlockchain ranks 4th among @Cosmos chains, right after @Injective, @Celestia, and @Babylonlabs_io. Holding strong in the top tier π
Crypto liquidity is fragmented. ZetaChain is the first Universal Blockchain that unifies native liquidity across Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, and more. Build Universal Apps once, launch everywhere! Read more by ZetaChain Core Contributor @3point0_0:
Thrilled to publish my first article on the ZetaChain Dev blog. @zetablockchain's Universal Smart Contracts open up a new world for Dapps to be deployed on multiple blockchains at once. Here's a TL;DR 𧡠medium.com/zetachain-techβ¦
Universal Blockchain Ambassadors Spotlight
Universal Blockchain's global presence continues to expand through dedicated community ambassadors across 16 regions. Key highlights: - Active communities span Asia, South America, Europe, and Africa - 19 IRL events hosted in 15 cities during Q2 - Educational initiatives include partnerships with 15+ University blockchain clubs - Community reach: 162K+ members, 55 regional social accounts, content in 24 languages Ambassadors are driving adoption by making blockchain technology locally relevant and accessible across diverse regions.
ZetaChain and NTT Digital Announce Exclusive Tokyo Web3 Event
ZetaChain and NTT Digital are hosting a significant Web3 event in Tokyo focusing on the future of Web3, IP, and cross-chain technology. The collaboration follows NTT Digital's securing of ZetaChain, marking a key step toward their Universal Blockchain vision. Key Details: - Date: July 15, 2025 - Time: 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM - Location: Tokyo - Focus: Web3, IP, and cross-chain technology - Registration: [RSVP Here](http://lu.ma/245c90t3) This event builds on ZetaChain's growing presence in Asia, following their successful WebX Asia series in 2024.
Universal Blockchain Upgrade Announced for June 2025
A significant upgrade to the Universal Blockchain protocol is scheduled for June 19, 2025. This follows the May development phase where builders were encouraged to explore the platform's capabilities. Key points: - The upgrade aims to enhance cross-chain interoperability - Implementation will occur during cloudy weather conditions - Lightning network integration is part of the upgrade Developers should review documentation and prepare their applications for the upcoming changes. Testing environments are available for compatibility verification.
ZetaChain Lightning Launch
ZetaChain has officially launched its Lightning integration, marking a significant milestone for cross-chain interoperability. The new Lightning implementation enables: - Direct Bitcoin-to-EVM chain transactions - Faster settlement times across networks - Reduced transaction costs This development allows developers to build dApps that can seamlessly interact with Bitcoin's Lightning Network while maintaining EVM compatibility. *Technical integration is now live and ready for developer testing.* **Get started:** [ZetaChain Developer Docs](https://docs.zetachain.com)
ZetaChain Enables Native Bitcoin Integration for Universal Apps
ZetaChain has launched native Bitcoin functionality for Universal Apps, marking a significant advancement in cross-chain interoperability. The platform, which recently surpassed 5 million users and 350+ ecosystem apps, allows developers to build applications that work seamlessly across multiple blockchains including Bitcoin, without requiring users to switch wallets. Key updates: - Native BTC integration now live - 5M+ active users - 350+ ecosystem applications - Coinbase Onramp integration in 130+ countries Developers can apply for the Summer 25 Cohort program, which offers grants and support for building Universal Apps. [Apply here](https://www.zetachain.com/grants)