Ankr Liquid Staking

**Ankr announces Partner Spotlight session with Cryptact** Ankr will host another Partner Spotlight featuring **Cryptact**, a team focused on making crypto data transparent and actionable. **Event Details:** - Date: Tuesday, November 4th - Time: 12:00 PM CET - Host: @sergiosszn from Ankr - Format: Twitter Spaces discussion Cryptact specializes in **simplifying crypto data** to help users better understand market information and make informed decisions. This continues Ankr's series of partner collaborations, following previous sessions with projects like KintoXYZ. [Join the Twitter Space](https://x.com/i/spaces/1mrGmBAjMwdJy)

**Taiko introduces the first based rollup on Ethereum**, extending Ethereum's core values of security, openness, and decentralization to Layer 2. **Key Features:** - No centralized sequencer - anyone can build blocks - Consensus secured directly by Ethereum validators - **Most Ethereum-aligned L2** to date - Censorship-resistant and credibly neutral **Recent Innovation:** Taiko launched **preconfirmations**, enabling transaction finalization in ~2 seconds - the first rollup to achieve this. **What This Enables:** - Real-time user experience - Institutional-grade adoption - Tokenized real-world assets **Current Status:** Preconfirmations are whitelisted but will open to all builders after Ethereum's Shasta upgrade. **Infrastructure:** Ankr provides RPC layer connectivity, ensuring fast and reliable network access. Taiko maintains its core philosophy: **decentralization and security first**, with everything else built on that foundation. The project delivers Ethereum's principles with Layer 2 speed.

**Ankr announces partnership with CratD2C**, a new Layer-1 blockchain designed for practical Web3 applications. **Key Features:** - **0.5-second block times** with tens of thousands of TPS capacity - **Delegated Proof-of-Stake (DPoS)** consensus mechanism - Built for **commerce, real estate, and lifestyle** applications **CratD2C Ecosystem includes:** - $CRAT native coin for staking and payments - Live eCommerce and real estate portals - Crypto payment gateway and debit card - AI and IoT integration for logistics **Unique features:** - 8-Layer Zig-Zag supply model - DPoS governance with staking rewards - Real-world portals driving demand - Revenue sharing via IP-Portions Ankr provides **infrastructure, validator, and developer support** to help CratD2C build faster Web3 connections. Explore more at [cratd2csmartchain.io](http://cratd2csmartchain.io)

Join an exclusive Partner Spotlight featuring @sergioankr and @0xQuantic from @Flarenetworks to explore the evolution of Flare as a utility-focused Layer 1 blockchain. Key Details: - Date: June 5th, 2025 - Time: 5:00 PM CET - Platform: X Spaces This discussion follows recent Web3 scaling conversations that addressed adoption challenges and opportunities for Web2 professionals entering the space. [Join the conversation](https://x.com/i/spaces/1BRJjmrjVPaGw/peek)

**Ankr Network** has expanded its validator portfolio by joining the Shentu Chain ecosystem. As a validator, Ankr will: - Provide infrastructure support - Enhance network reliability - Boost overall network usage This partnership follows Ankr's recent validator role with TAP blockchain, demonstrating continued growth in their blockchain infrastructure services. *Want to learn more about Ankr's validator services?* Check out their detailed blog post for technical specifications and partnership benefits.

Ankr has integrated GOAT Network, expanding its BTCFi development capabilities. - Public and Premium RPC endpoints now available - Developers can build Bitcoin-focused decentralized applications - Integration follows recent Corn RPC launch on Ankr's Web3 API The addition strengthens Ankr's position in the Bitcoin DeFi ecosystem, providing developers with robust infrastructure for BTCFi projects. *Start building now by accessing the RPC endpoints at ankr.com/rpc/goat/*

Ankr introduces Bitcoin Secured Infrastructure (BSI), a comprehensive toolkit for Bitcoin development: - **Developer Tools**: Specialized tools optimized for Bitcoin protocol development - **Modular Infrastructure**: Purpose-built systems supporting BTC protocols - **Ecosystem Support**: Infrastructure solutions designed for scaling Bitcoin projects BSI aims to simplify blockchain infrastructure, enabling developers to focus on creation and innovation. The platform supports various functionalities from Layer 2 solutions to staking and interoperability.

Ankr has integrated RPC support for Fuel Ignition, an Ethereum Layer 2 solution. Key features include: - Parallel execution capabilities for high-throughput dApp performance - Built-in compatibility with both Ethereum and Solana wallets - Enhanced security through EIP-4844 data availability Developers can now access Fuel's RPC endpoints directly through Ankr's dashboard for improved scalability and faster project deployment. Visit ankr.com/rpc/fuel to start building with Fuel RPCs.

Ankr has announced a complete suite of tools and infrastructure for Bitcoin Layer 2 solutions: - Full Bitcoin L2 Engineering, including custom VMs and gas fee management - Strong DePIN Node Operations across 30+ global regions - Robust infrastructure with third-party vendor integration - Comprehensive developer tools with enhanced security measures - Ongoing support and optimization services This offering aims to enable developers to build scalable L2 solutions that leverage Bitcoin's security and decentralization. By integrating with the Babylon staking protocol, projects can: - Create dedicated chains linked to Bitcoin - Allow BTC holders to stake and earn rewards - Tap into Bitcoin's market cap for enhanced L2 security - Achieve fast finality for DeFi and gaming applications - Engage Bitcoin holders to support their L2 ecosystem