ZNS Connect

**ZNS releases comprehensive guide for INK ecosystem participation** A new guide maps key actions across the INK ecosystem, the Kraken-backed Layer 2 built on Optimism Stack with $122M+ in funding. **Guide covers:** - InkySwap - Tydro - Brid.gg - Inkscore The checklist-style resource comes as activity increases across the ecosystem. INK's $INK token has been announced with a snapshot already completed, though distribution details remain undisclosed. [Full guide available here](http://zns.bio/airdrops/ink)

ZNS has released its first public Android app, marking a significant step in bringing decentralized naming to mobile devices. **What's Available:** - Early build focused on real-world testing - Domain minting capabilities - Profile management features - On-chain interaction tools **Key Details:** - Available now on [Google Play Store](http://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.zns.app) - Community feedback actively encouraged - Open development approach - Features still being refined The release prioritizes gathering user feedback to improve the experience before the full launch. Users can test available features and report issues directly.

ZNS has released a preview of its new **Airdrop Platform**, designed to streamline the airdrop farming process for users. **Key features include:** - Discovery of potential airdrops - Clear visibility of all farming steps - Tracking of cost, time, and difficulty metrics - Integrated farming capabilities within ZNS The platform is currently in preview mode at [zns.bio/airdrops](https://zns.bio/airdrops), and the team is actively seeking user feedback before the official launch. **The team is asking:** - What features are missing? - What aspects are confusing? - What would make this essential for users? This follows ZNS's recent Android app release, continuing their approach of building openly with community input.

**ZNS Integration Goes Live** ZNS has launched its Build module on COTI Earn as part of Season 3: Momentum. Users can now mint .coti domains directly through the platform. **How to Participate:** - Navigate to the Build section on [COTI Earn](https://earn.coti.io/build) - Click Mint - Create your .coti domain - Receive +1,000 TPS (Token Points) per mint The integration connects on-chain identity with COTI's reward system. Season 3 distributes 1,250,000 $COTI weekly, totaling 15M $COTI for the season. Token Points earned through activities like domain minting are redeemable for $COTI at season's end. Qualifying strategies require a minimum $10 investment using $COTI, $gCOTI, $USDC, $wBTC, or $wETH.

**ZNS Connect is now operational on the BOB network**, introducing human-readable domain names to replace complex wallet addresses. **Key features:** - Users can register .bob domains for simplified identity management - Domains work across multiple Web3 platforms - Eliminates the need to share lengthy hexadecimal addresses The service aims to make blockchain interactions more accessible by providing memorable names instead of traditional 0x addresses. Users can mint their domains at zns.bio.

**ZNS Connect announces $ZNS token pre-sale details:** - **Fixed supply**: 200M tokens total - **Pre-sale allocation**: 5% (10M tokens) at $0.06-$0.08 - **Unlock schedule**: 50% at TGE, 50% linear over 6 months - **Market cap**: ~$596K initial, ~$19.7M fully diluted **Key utilities:** - Domain registration and renewals across 20+ networks - Governance voting on protocol upgrades - GM actions and smart contract deployment - Developer API access and SDK features **Pre-sale investor benefits:** - 50% lifetime discount on domain registrations - Free GM and deployment tools - Free NFT and token launch tools - Priority ecosystem features **Tokenomics structure:** - Team/advisors: 6-month cliff, 36-month vesting - Community-first approach with most supply for ecosystem growth - No VC funding - fully bootstrapped ZNS has generated $900K+ revenue across 90+ EVM networks with 500K+ on-chain interactions and tens of thousands of active domain holders.

**ZNS Connect just added 4 new blockchain networks** for instant GM messages and smart contract deployment: - **Push Chain** - [Deploy here](http://zns.bio/gm-deploy?filter=all&tab=deploy&search=push) - **Neura** - [Deploy here](http://zns.bio/gm-deploy?filter=all&tab=deploy&search=neura) - **IOPn** - [Deploy here](http://zns.bio/gm-deploy?filter=all&tab=deploy&search=opn) - **Rayls Labs** - [Deploy here](http://zns.bio/gm-deploy?filter=all&tab=deploy&search=rayls) **Key features:** - Send GM messages instantly across all chains - Deploy smart contracts with one click - More blockchain integrations coming soon This expansion continues ZNS Connect's mission to simplify cross-chain interactions and build decentralized identity infrastructure across multiple networks.

**ARC Testnet** is now live - Circle's $2.22B EVM Layer 1 focused on stablecoin-native finance. **Complete farming checklist:** - Add ARC Testnet via [Blockscout](https://testnet.arcscan.app) - Claim test USDC & EURC from [Circle Faucet](https://faucet.circle.com) - Mint .arc domains on [ZNS Connect](http://zns.bio/search?tab=smart&network=testnet&chain=5042002&net) - Deploy smart contracts with [1-click tools](http://zns.bio/gm-deploy?filter=all&search=arc&tab=deploy) - Swap on [Synthra DEX](https://testnet.arcscan.app/apps/synthra) and [Curve Finance](https://curve.finance/dex/arc/swap) - Mint NFTs on [Omni Hub](https://omnihub.xyz/create/arc-testnet) - Bridge assets via [Superbridge](https://superbridge.app) - Try [ArcFlow Finance](https://arcflow.finance) **Activities covered:** Domain minting, contract deployment, DEX swaps, NFT creation, bridging, and full ecosystem interactions. Full video guide available for step-by-step instructions.

**ZNS announces 100% self-funded token launch** The zero-knowledge naming service is launching $ZNS with complete community ownership - no venture capital backing, no sell pressure, and no token unlock schemes. **Key highlights:** - Fully community-driven approach - Zero VC funding maintained - Token belongs to actual users, not investment funds - Supported by @ZnsEco and @zns_bio ecosystems **Previous achievements:** - $900K on-chain revenue generated organically - 263K+ domains registered across 20+ mainnets - Multi-chain identity system operational This represents a rare Web3 project prioritizing community ownership over traditional venture funding models.

**Botanix Network officially launched .botanix domains** through ZNS, bringing human-readable identity to Bitcoin-secured infrastructure. **Key features include:** - Personal .botanix names for readable addresses - Seamless transfers and app integration - Full ecosystem compatibility across Botanix **Simple onboarding process:** - Bridge ETH to Botanix via [GasZip](https://www.gas.zip) - Set or change domains with one click - Instant activation within ZNS This launch integrates Web3 identity directly into Bitcoin Finance (BTCFi), creating a new identity layer for the Botanix ecosystem. Users can now replace complex wallet addresses with memorable .botanix names. [Access Botanix Domains](http://zns.bio/search?tab=smart&chain=3637&cha)