Major Telecoms Join Forces with NEAR Protocol at Staking Summit 2025
Major Telecoms Join Forces with NEAR Protocol at Staking Summit 2025
🤝 Telcos Enter The Matrix
At Staking Summit Dubai 2025, industry leaders gathered for a groundbreaking panel on telecommunications companies entering Web3 infrastructure.
Key participants included:
- Vodafone Group (Pairpoint)
- Deutsche Telekom
- Telefónica
- Saudi Telecom Bahrain
- NEAR Foundation
The summit also featured the launch of Node Studio, a collaborative product between Openmesh Network and DappNode, designed to simplify validator node operations on NEAR Protocol.
Watch the full panel discussion: Telcos as Web3 Infrastructure Titans
Node Studio ⛓️ A new product created in collaboration with @OpenmeshNetwork and @dappnode, making it easy for any user or organization to support the @NEARProtocol blockchain by running their own validator. Watch @ccossio’s workshop at @StakingSummit 2025! 👇
On the first day of @StakingSummit, our Co-Founder @lucio_tato will take part in the panel: Telcos as Web3 Infrastructure Titans: Powering Decentralized Networks. 🎙️ Speakers from: Deutsche Telekom Telefónica Saudi Telecom Bahrain NEAR Foundation Pairpoint by Vodafone
Day 1 | @StakingSummit Dubai 2025 🚀 We hosted an incredible workshop on running nodes on @NEARProtocol. Massive panel with our Co-Founder @lucio_tato. Our ambassadors @gem_decrypto and @ekosubagyo were there supporting us alongside @srpuuul. What an exciting day!
Watch the full panel: Telcos as Web3 Infrastructure Titans: Powering Decentralized Networks at @StakingSummit — featuring @VodafoneGroup, @mms_Blockchain, @NEARFoundation, and @stc_bhr, moderated by @lucio_tato. Top-tier telecoms diving into Web3! youtu.be/DDbbZ9RLG8k?si…
💡 3:30 PM | Panel 6 at @StakingSummit Telcos as Web3 Infrastructure Titans: Powering Decentralized Networks. Benjamin Balzer | @mms_Blockchain Patxi Barrios | @Telefonica Mohammed Imran Sidd | @stc_ksa David Norris | @NEARFoundation David Palmer | @web3pairpoint by Vodafone
We’ve been working closely with @OpenmeshNetwork and @dappnode on something incredible for staking and new validators on @NEARProtocol ⛓️ Get the full scoop firsthand at #StakingSummit this Monday, April 28, during our workshop. Register here: lu.ma/q4slwlb6
Ecosystem DApp Launches Multi-Chain Authentication
A new Ecosystem DApp has streamlined authentication for multi-chain interactions. The platform now enables seamless wallet connections across NEAR, Aurora, ETH, and META networks. Key improvements: - Single authentication process for all platforms - Simplified staking and bond purchases - Unified interface for cross-chain transactions Users can now manage their assets and interact with DApps across multiple chains without repetitive wallet connections. This integration marks a significant step toward reducing friction in cross-chain operations.
mpDAO Grants 12 Voting Period Concludes
The voting period for mpDAO Grants Round 12, focused on AI projects built on Story Protocol, has officially ended. The round ran from April 23-30, featuring multiple AI agent projects competing for funding. Key points: - Voting closed April 30 at 4 PM UTC - Projects focused on onchain AI innovation - Results will be announced soon - Grants offered up to $20,000 in funding The community participated through the [Meta Pool platform](https://www.metapool.app/grants) using mpDAO tokens for voting power.
Meta Pool DAO Governance Call 16 Announcement
Meta Pool DAO announces its 16th Governance Call, focusing on key protocol developments and integrations. Key agenda items: - Discussion of mpIP 15 proposal - New integrations with Story Protocol ecosystem - Partnerships with 0xStoryHunt and PiperxProtocol dApps The call provides an opportunity for community members to: - Get latest DAO updates - Participate in live Q&A - Engage with protocol developments [Join the discussion](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mwLnwYG0lNk)
MetaPool Introduces Seamless Multi-Chain Staking
MetaPool has streamlined its staking process across NEAR, Aurora, and Ethereum networks. The platform now offers: - Single-click authentication across all supported chains - Simplified wallet connections for staking and bond purchases - Unified platform for $IP token staking The new interface eliminates repetitive wallet connections while maintaining liquidity through staking. Users can now manage their assets more efficiently across multiple chains through [MetaPool's staking platform](https://www.metapool.app/stake/?token=ip).