ZetaChain Mainnet Launch on CMCLive Podcast

ZetaChain continues its Summer quest series with the launch of Dust.Fun on Galxe. This new quest offers participants a chance to: - Win from a 5,000 ZETA token prize pool - Discover hidden wallet treasures with single-click functionality - Join the broader Zeta Summer campaign The quest follows recent successful launches including Calories.Cash (Eat-to-Earn) and Burnt.GG (Mint-to-Earn), each offering similar prize pools. Participants can track progress via Zeta Starboard. [Start the quest on Galxe](https://app.galxe.com/quest/ZetaChain/GCe16tfo65)

ZetaChain has launched its Lightning upgrade, reducing block time from 6s to 4s - a 33% improvement in finality speed. Key updates include: - Native Solana smart contract integration - TON support on testnet - Enhanced cross-chain transactions with signature caching - Bitcoin RBF support - Improved payload handling for Sui and TON The platform is researching BLS-based signing (ZIP-9) for scalable low-latency cross-chain transactions. ZetaChain now ranks among the top 3 fastest Cosmos chains. [Get started with ZetaChain](http://zetachain.com/docs/start)

A significant development in cross-chain accessibility has been announced, enabling seamless access to Universal Apps across multiple blockchain networks. - Direct access now available from: - Sui Network - Solana - TON Blockchain This integration builds on previous developments that allowed developers to create Universal Apps supporting native Bitcoin, Solana, and Ethereum functionality within a single smart contract. The update streamlines user experience by enabling direct access from these major networks, eliminating traditional cross-chain barriers.

Deutsche Telekom has formed a strategic partnership with ZetaChain to accelerate development of the Universal Blockchain platform. The collaboration was announced at Telekom & Friends Vol. 2 event, highlighting their shared vision for blockchain interoperability. Key points: - Focus on building cross-chain compatibility - Native Bitcoin integration included - EVM-compatible infrastructure This partnership marks a significant step toward enabling developers to build applications that can seamlessly operate across multiple blockchain networks.

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.