Pudgy Penguins

The Pengu SOL Validator has reached a milestone of over 100,000 $SOL staked since its launch in April 2025. **Key Details:** - Validator offers competitive APY of 7-11% on staked SOL - Partnership with [Solana Strategies](https://twitter.com/solstrategies_), known for top-performing Solana validators - Staking supports institutional adoption of Pengu - Users can stake through [Phantom wallet](https://stakewiz.com/validator/pENgUh4K9zNacyU3PXVE9KugW98XCqZsWpEvA8d8wzX) The validator launched in collaboration with Solana Strategies, a firm recognized for operating and acquiring leading Solana validators. Stakers earn returns while contributing to Pengu's broader institutional growth.

Pengu has launched physical payment cards powered by Visa in partnership with KAST. **Key Details:** - Available globally across 170+ countries - Accepted at 150M+ merchants worldwide - Physical cards now accessible for users The Pengu Card represents a bridge between web3 and traditional payment infrastructure, enabling users to spend through Visa's established network. The collaboration with KAST brings the cards to a broad international audience. Cards are now available for order.

**Pudgy Penguins** is heading back to the **Las Vegas Licensing Expo** from **May 19-21**, marking their third consecutive year at the event. The NFT project will represent Web3 alongside major global intellectual properties at one of the world's largest licensing trade shows. - Event dates: May 19-21 - Location: Las Vegas - Third year participating - Sharing floor space with established global IPs This continued presence demonstrates Pudgy Penguins' ongoing efforts to bridge Web3 with traditional licensing and mainstream brand partnerships.

**PENGU token gains major distribution boost through Paxos Crypto Brokerage integration** The partnership enables PENGU to be listed on major retail trading platforms and exchanges, providing access to over 500 million users globally. **Key Points:** - Paxos Crypto Brokerage now supports PENGU trading - Opens doors to listing on largest retail platforms worldwide - Builds on existing presence across 130+ exchanges - Additional details to be announced soon This integration represents a significant expansion in PENGU's accessibility to mainstream retail traders.

Pudgy Penguins, the popular NFT project, appeared on Good Day New York, marking another mainstream media milestone for the brand. **Key Points:** - The Pengu mascot was featured on the morning television show - This follows previous high-profile appearances, including a Times Square display in 2024 - The appearance demonstrates growing mainstream recognition of the NFT brand The TV spot represents continued expansion of Pudgy Penguins beyond crypto-native audiences into traditional media channels.

**Pudgy Penguins** has partnered with **Jarritos** to release a limited-edition **Pudgy Vibes Promo Card** during Miami Art Week. The special trading card will be available at two locations: - **ITSUGAR pop-up** (first come, first served basis) - **Pengu Pier main event** (December 4) This collaboration adds to Pudgy Penguins' Miami Art Week presence, which already features: - Pengu PEZ candies now in ITSUGAR stores - Partnership with OpenSea for the Pengu Pier experience - Multiple events running December 1-7 **Key Details:** - Limited quantities available - No RSVP needed for ITSUGAR pop-up - RSVP required for Pengu Pier: [luma.com/PenguPier](http://luma.com/PenguPier) The promo card represents another step in Pudgy Penguins' expansion into physical merchandise and trading card games, building on their recent product launches.

**Pudgy Penguins announces collaboration with the NHL** for the 2026 Discover NHL Winter Classic, running from December through January. The partnership kicks off this week at **Art Week Miami** and will feature: - Giveaways for fans - Pengu mascot meeting NHL supporters - Various activations bringing the Web3 brand into traditional sports This marks another major **sports partnership** for Pudgy Penguins, following their previous collaboration with CD Castellon soccer club where NFT holders' penguins appeared on official jerseys. The Winter Classic collaboration represents a significant **crossover between Web3 and mainstream sports**, potentially exposing NHL's massive fanbase to the Pudgy Penguins ecosystem.

**Pudgy Penguins launched exclusive Mystery Boxes for Black Friday** with a 48-hour minting window. **What's Inside:** - Vinyl collectibles and Igloo apparel - Unreleased items and special 1:1 pieces - Additional surprises **Key Details:** - Each digital NFT redeems for one physical mystery box - Physical redemption opens **March 1st, 2026** - Boxes can be held or traded before redemption - Minters receive a commemorative Soulbound Token **Get yours:** [http://dyli.io/pudgypenguins](http://dyli.io/pudgypenguins) This follows Pudgy Penguins' successful retail expansion into 2,000 Walmart stores with their mystery clip-on plushies.

**Major institutional exposure** for Pudgy Penguins as the NFT project and $PENGU token were prominently featured in Bullish's Q2 earnings presentation. - Slides showcasing the project were presented directly to **Wall Street investors** - The presentation reached institutional audiences through the NYSE-listed company's earnings call - This follows previous institutional recognition, including a NASDAQ opening bell ceremony **Key implications:** - Traditional finance institutions now have formal exposure to the Pudgy Penguins ecosystem - The earnings report format provides legitimacy in institutional investment circles - Wall Street analysts and fund managers received direct presentation materials This represents a significant step in **bridging NFT projects with traditional finance**, as earnings calls typically focus on established financial instruments rather than digital collectibles.

**Pengu takes over Singapore's Token of Love music festival** on October 1st in partnership with Gate.io and Abstract Chain. The event features: - Globally renowned artists and Top 100 DJs - Web3 leaders and investment funds networking - **Free admission for Pudgy Penguins holders** - Limited spots available This marks the finale of Pengu's extensive Asia tour, which included events in Seoul and multiple Singapore gatherings during Token2049 week. [RSVP here](http://luma.com/r8p246v8?coupon=PUDGYGA) - spots are filling up fast.