ZetaChain

ZetaChain continues its summer campaign with the launch of Dust.Fun quest on Galxe. This latest addition 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 program The quest joins other active campaigns including Calories Cash (Eat-to-Earn) and Burnt.GG (Mint-to-Earn), each offering unique earning opportunities on the ZetaChain ecosystem. [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.

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 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 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)

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 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/)

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 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.