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ZetaChain

An EVM-compatible L1 blockchain that connects everything: Build interoperable dApps that span any chain including Bitcoin; access all chains from one place.

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ZetaChain Advances Universal Blockchain Development with Deutsche Telekom

Thu 22nd May 2025
Deutsche Telekom has secured a partnership with ZetaChain to accelerate development of the Universal Blockchain platform. Key developments: - Platform enables single-deployment apps across multiple chains - Native Bitcoin integration included - EVM compatibility maintained - Launch planned during Berlin Blockchain Week The collaboration is part of Telekom & Friends Vol. 2 initiative, marking a significant step toward cross-chain interoperability in the blockchain space. [Learn more about Universal Blockchain](https://zetachain.com)

ZetaChain Expands to BloFin, Reaches 8.5M Users

Mon 26th May 2025
ZetaChain continues its expansion with a new listing on BloFin exchange. The protocol has reached a significant milestone of 8.5 million users on its Universal Blockchain platform. Recent achievements include: - Ranked #1 in developer activity growth - Launched Coinbase Onramp integration in 100+ countries - Completed successful PitchLucyAI token sale ($115K raised) - Initiated Zeta Summer 25 program with developer grants - Hosted global community events across 7 countries The platform aims to make blockchain technology more accessible by enabling cross-chain functionality, including native Bitcoin integration. [Learn more about ZetaChain](https://blog.zetachain.com)

Zeta Summer Quest Season 2 Launches with 10,000 ZETA Prize Pool

Thu 29th May 2025
Season 2 of Burnt.gg's mint-to-earn game theory experiment has launched on ZetaChain, offering players a chance to win from a 10,000 ZETA prize pool. - Players can mint and burn tokens to participate - Coinbase Onramp integration enables easy fiat payments - Runs alongside Zeta Starboard leaderboard challenge The platform combines gaming mechanics with blockchain technology, allowing participants to engage through minting, trading, or burning tokens. [Get started on Galxe](http://app.galxe.com/quest/ZetaChain/GC5LwtfuLC)
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ZetaChain Enables Native Bitcoin Integration for Universal Apps

Mon 26th May 2025
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)
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Universal Apps Expand Cross-Chain Reach Including Bitcoin

Thu 22nd May 2025
DappRadar announces expanded support for Universal Apps, enabling developers to deploy applications across multiple blockchains, including Bitcoin, with a single build process. This cross-chain compatibility marks a significant step toward blockchain interoperability, allowing developers to: - Deploy once and reach users across various networks - Reduce development time and resources - Access Bitcoin's large user base seamlessly The Universal App ecosystem continues to grow, offering simplified blockchain development and broader market reach for decentralized applications.

ZetaChain Reaches 5 Million Users Milestone

Thu 1st May 2025
ZetaChain reports significant spring growth with several key developments: - Reached 5 million users milestone - Added support for Avalanche and Arbitrum, launched TON and Sui testnets - Onboarded 600,000+ Coinbase users through Learning Rewards - Secured Deutsche Telekom as validator - Launched $200K Sherlock security audit bounty - Released 10 new Universal Apps featuring AI rebalancing and cross-chain capabilities - Expanded globally with events in Seoul, Silicon Valley, and various Asian locations - Ranked as top L1 for wallet activity by DappRadar [Read full details](https://blog.zetachain.com/5-000-000-people-strong-spring-blossoms-on-zetachain-07be770fab802/)
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Enterprise Giants Join Universal Blockchain as Validators

Thu 27th Mar 2025
Major tech and telecom companies have joined ZetaChain's validator network, marking a significant milestone for the Universal Blockchain platform. Key validators include: - Google Cloud - Deutsche Telekom - Alibaba Cloud - stc Bahrain - Coinbase The network has processed over 158M transactions to date. These enterprise validators help secure the network, with users able to stake ZETA tokens through their nodes. This follows Google Cloud's earlier commitment to delegate 1M ZETA tokens across five validators, supporting ZetaChain's mission to enable native access across all blockchains.

ZetaChain Hackathon Winners Announced at Penn Blockchain Conference

Thu 13th Feb 2025
ZetaChain concluded its hackathon at the Penn Blockchain Conference, celebrating successful projects built on multiple chains. Winners included teams working with Aptos, Sui Network, Base, Seismic Systems, Synoptic, and OpenMind AGI. The event was part of a larger developer engagement initiative, including: - $1M hackathon prize in partnership with CoinTerminal - Universal App bounties - Upcoming presence at ETHDenver Recent technical updates include: - Sui localnet integration - Enhanced cross-chain revert handling - The Graph protocol support - Avalanche testnet launch Developers can now build Universal Apps that seamlessly operate across Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, and other chains.

ZetaChain Ecosystem Achievements and Growth Update

Mon 3rd Feb 2025
ZetaChain reports significant ecosystem expansion with multiple key developments: - Named top American crypto project by CoinMarketCap - Google Cloud launches free Test ZETA support - Achieved 108% growth in Weekly Active Users (DappRadar) - Reached 38,000+ dApp contracts (1,400% increase) - Established partnership with Saudi Telecom for Middle East expansion - Launched Universal Token Standard - Secured block sponsorship at ETHDenver 2025 - Released first BTC-backed stablecoin on testnet - Completed 2.6M of 10M ZETA delegations Platform continues focus on universal blockchain accessibility and cross-chain integration.

ZetaChain Universal Apps Update

Mon 3rd Feb 2025
ZetaChain is launching a significant update to their Universal Apps platform, enabling true cross-chain functionality across major networks: - Users can interact with dApps across **Solana**, **Bitcoin**, and **Ethereum** without network switching - Native asset integration allows seamless use of BTC and USDC across chains - Platform maintains EVM compatibility while expanding cross-chain capabilities *Key Feature*: Single-network access point for users, regardless of preferred blockchain. → Stay tuned for the comprehensive update announcement this week.
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