A New Era of Decentralization TL;DR: The IOTA Foundation has launched the IOTA 2.0 public testnet. This update introduces a decentralized Proof of Stake mechanism, replacing the old Coordinator-driven system, and eliminates the conventional Proof of Work, enhancing scalability and reducing environmental impact. IOTA 2.0 aims for a more secure, scalable, and environmentally friendly network, inviting community participation in testing and refining the process. The IOTA 2.0 public testnet launches today. This marks the…

TL;DR: The IOTA Grants Program, kicked off in March 12th 2024, has supported a wide range of projects in its first two months, ranging from GameFi to decentralized exchanges. The updates will continue to provide insights into new developments and their impact on the ecosystem. The IOTA Ecosystem DLT Foundation's Grants Program, operational for nearly two months, marks a significant milestone in the DLT Foundation's efforts to support innovative builders and projects and to amplify the rapid growth of the IOTA…

Bitpanda is making waves in the world of cryptocurrency with its latest announcement: boasting a whopping 400+ crypto assets, it now stands as the top broker offering the widest selection in Europe. This achievement is a game-changer, catering to both seasoned crypto enthusiasts and those just stepping into the digital currency arena. For the Crypto Champions: Explore New Avenues: Bitpanda Spotlight introduces innovative products, allowing you to diversify your portfolio with both established and emerging…

IOTA at AIM Congress 7-9 May 2024, Plus Pre-Event Workshop 6 May TL;DR: Join IOTA at AIM Congress in Abu Dhabi on 7-9 May 2024 plus a special pre-event day on May 6, to explore RWA tokenization, with workshops led by Dominik Schiener and real-world use case demonstrations at our booth alongside Ecosystem Partners. IOTA is proud to be an Official Strategic Partner of AIM Congress, one of the Middle East’s leading investment platforms attracting corporate and business leaders, policymakers, regional and international…

TL;DR: The first batch of SMR token rewards will be sent today, Wednesday, April 24th, to eligible participants in the Tangle Ecosystem Association Growth Committee’s Shimmer Liquidity Mining campaign. Of the total 830 eligible recipients who met the requirements for the airdrop, 630 are scheduled to receive their full reward today, while the top 200 recipients receive one-sixth of their due rewards, with the remaining amount to be distributed every Wednesday over the following five weeks.Running from 31 January…

TL;DR: We present the community-verified results of the six Governance votes that occurred between March 11,2024 and Mar 29, 2024, in the IOTA and Shimmer networks. While votes for the Grant Committee were clearly expressed, other votes failed to meet the required participation quorum and, therefore, need to be revised. Recently, decisions were made within the IOTA and Shimmer networks regarding the Tangle Community Treasury and the Tangle Community Grant Committee: you can refresh your memory about the votes…

Unlocking the Power of Bitcoin Halving with Ledger Wallet: Claim Your $50 BTC Reward Today! The Bitcoin community is buzzing with excitement as the highly anticipated Bitcoin Halving event approaches. Scheduled to occur every four years, Bitcoin Halving is a pivotal moment that affects the entire cryptocurrency landscape. As the supply of new Bitcoins generated with each mined block is slashed in half, the event historically triggers significant market movements, shaping the future of Bitcoin's value. Amidst…

Nakama Labs recently published a great introduction article on tokenomics (you can read it here) and seeing as it introduces a lot of the values that we hold dear at the RRCC, we thought we would break down (using the Nakama intro as a blueprint) how we use community driven tokenomics to build a sustainable future for the project and the $RUST utility token. Key Concepts Issuance — the entire supply of $RUST has already been issued and the contract ownership is revoked. Meaning, we can’t increase the supply, mint new…

Pioneering the Path to Web3: Part 4 — Tokenomics & Utility In the expanding Web3 environment, characterized by decentralized networks, protocols, and applications, grasping the concepts of tokenomics and utility is crucial for any project or investors aiming for success. These concepts are fundamental, guiding ventures towards success in this evolving landscape. This blog post, part of our five-part series on pioneering the path to Web3, explores the impact of tokenomics and utility, shedding light on their importance…

TLDR: RRCC introduce Wallet Connect integration for all dApps in preparation to go Omni-Chain using the LayerZero OFT and ONFT standards. Omni-Chain will allow RRCC NFTs and RUST token to be seamlessly bridged between any L0 supported network including IOTA, Shimmer, Polygon, Ethereum, and more. to introduce the Multi-Chain RRCC v3.0 dApp ecosystem. The Rusty Robot Country Club just launched the latest upgrade to the RRCC website and dApp suite that includes support for Wallet Connect. Introducing an integration that can…

Fostering RWA Innovation in IOTA Ecosystem TL;DR: The IOTA APAC Accelerator, in collaboration with Tenity, is a 12-week Singapore-based initiative focusing on early-stage projects developing Real-World Asset (RWA) tokenization products and infrastructure. The program, running from June to September 2024, offers selected startups a $50,000 grant, expert guidance, and networking opportunities, culminating in a Demo Day at Token2049. Applications are open for Web3 builders planning to leverage IOTA EVM technology in…

Community First While we were planning the original BUILD token we were given a lot of “advice” about how to have a successful launch. Every “solution” came with a price. We were offered centralized exchange listings and market makers with massive fees, interviews on podcasts, paid influencers, and even guest articles on big name websites, all of course as part of expensive sponsorship packages. We were even offered a six figure funding deal by an investor, so long as we gave up a substantial percentage of our tokens and…