TL;DR:The Ambassador Bounty Board is live on Discord! Claim your ambassador role, peruse the bounties, get active and earn rewards. The Ambassador Bounty Board: Earn Rewards While Building the IOTA CommunityThe IOTA Ambassador Program is rolling out an exciting new initiative designed to reward contributors: the Ambassador Bounty Board. Whether you’re a seasoned content creator or simply passionate about IOTA’s mission, there’s a spot for you to shine.What’s the Bounty Board All About?Think of the Bounty Board as a central…

Connecting Developers, Policymakers, and Industry Leaders TL;DR: On May 30, 2025, IOTA joins forces with key partners in Nairobi for the IOTA East Africa Web3 Innovation Summit, a one-day event exploring how decentralized technologies can transform trade, logistics, and sustainability across the region. Expect live demos, expert panels, hands-on workshops, and insights into how the IOTA network is empowering builders and institutions across East Africa. Kenya is quickly establishing itself as a regional leader in…

Q1 2025 was a productive quarter for the IOTA Foundation. With the Mainnet launch on the horizon, teams across the organization – from R&D to Ecosystem, Product, Legal, and Communications – worked in sync to finalize critical infrastructure, onboard partners, grow the community, and accelerate real-world adoption. IOTA is entering Q2 with strong momentum, readiness, and a clear path forward with the much-anticipated launch of IOTA Rebased.Research & Development The first quarter of 2025 has been a productive period…

IOTA Foundation’s Feedback on Kenya’s VASPs Bill TL;DR: The IOTA Foundation provides feedback on Kenya’s Virtual Asset Service Providers Bill, 2024, recommending clearer definitions, stronger consumer protections, and alignment with international standards and best practices. Key proposals include refining token classifications, improving cybersecurity rules, and ensuring fair regulatory processes to foster innovation, security, and trust in Kenya’s digital asset ecosystem. The IOTA Foundation has provided detailed…

TL;DR: The IOTA Foundation supports the Financial Action Task Force’s proposed AML/CFT revisions, advocating for proportionate risk-based regulations, reduced over-compliance, and simplified compliance for startups. We highlight digital identity’s role in secure transactions and propose industry-driven solutions like tokenized KYC for DeFi to balance compliance and privacy while fostering financial inclusion. The IOTA Foundation recently provided feedback on the Financial Action Task Force’s (FATF) proposed revisions…

IOTA’s Response to IOSCO’s Consultation TL;DR: The IOTA Foundation advocates for clear regulations on financial influencers (finfluencers) to balance innovation and investor protection. Key recommendations include stricter disclosure rules, AI-driven oversight, global cooperation, and financial education for both investors and influencers. Strengthening transparency and accountability will help mitigate risks like misleading promotions and market manipulation. Financial influencers ("finfluencers")  play a crucial…

Secure, Decentralized, and Scalable Digital Identity TL;DR: IOTA Identity is a decentralized identity framework that brings self-sovereign identity, verifiable credentials, and privacy-first digital interactions to the upcoming IOTA Mainnet. Now in Alpha Release, it migrates from the previous Stardust VM to the more powerful MoveVM, offering enhanced on-chain programmability while allowing privacy through off-chain verifiable credentials. Built on W3C’s DID standards, IOTA Identity delivers the best of both worlds:…

Register Now for the First Edition of IOTA’s New Hackathon Series TL;DR: We proudly present our IOTA MOVEATHON, a series of hackathons that invite builders all over the world to develop innovative solutions on IOTA. Over 150,000 USD in prizes are up for grabs. The hackathon runs for nine weeks, with a final showcase judging event in Singapore on June 6, 2025 presenting the winners. IOTA MOVEATHON (www.moveathon.build) kicks off a new era in development for the IOTA network. With our implementation of the Move…

Simplifying Web3 Transactions TL;DR: The IOTA Gas Station allows developers and businesses to cover gas fees for end users on the IOTA Network, allowing them to execute transactions without needing to buy, hold, or manage IOTA tokens. This simplifies onboarding, boosts user engagement, and removes friction for both Web2 and Web3 audiences while enabling builders to handle gas centrally. With features like access control, transaction limits, and usage metrics, operators can manage sponsorships securely and efficiently.…

… And We Want You on Board!TL;DR:The IOTA Ambassador Program is officially live! ???? This is your chance to join a community of Web3 leaders, shape the future of decentralized tech, and level up your influence. Ready to make an impact?Web3 is all about people. It’s about community, collaboration, and innovation. If you’re passionate about decentralized technology, eager to share knowledge, and ready to make an impact, then we’ve created something just for you: the IOTA Ambassador Program. This initiative offers a chance to…

Build Real-World Solutions on IOTA TL;DR: The IOTA Foundation's Product Adoption Department is launching an initiative to support real-world solutions on the upcoming IOTA Rebased Mainnet. Throughout 2025, businesses can apply for funding up to €100,000, along with technical, marketing, and strategic support for projects in tokenization, decentralized identities, supply chain tracking, and more. The program is open to businesses at any stage, focusing on applications that address real-world challenges. Approved…

TL;DR: This year's first new batch of validators has been onboarded to the IOTA Rebased test network. This expansion marks another step toward building a robust and diverse infrastructure for the upcoming mainnet launch. The IOTA Rebased test network continues to grow stronger with the onboarding of some highly respected validators in the blockchain space. These validators play a crucial role in ensuring the security, reliability, and decentralization of the network, laying the groundwork for what is set to become a…