Web3 developer hub Ankr and Matter Labs, the creators of zkSync, made waves recently by teaming up to introduce the zkSync Era Nodes and Hyperchain blockchain solutions on the Microsoft Azure Marketplace. This collaboration represents a critical convergence of Ankr’s specialized solutions, zkSync Era’s scalable blockchain network, and Microsoft’s cloud infrastructure.
Any business or Web3 project can now connect to or build applications on the zkSync Era, thus propelling the broader utility of Ethereum’s Layer-2 scaling protocol. Furthermore, the impending zkSync Era Hyperchains solution promises to empower enterprises to construct and roll out their customizable dedicated Hyperchain blockchain, a considerable leap in bespoke blockchain application.
In other news, Fantom’s gas monetization program announced a quarterly bonus reward for participating projects. A means for these projects to bump up their passive income, the Gas Monetization program has been a triumph, with joiners earning over FTM 70,000 ($18,000). The top earner reportedly reaped over FTM 14,000 ($3,600).
Societe Generale’s SG-FORGE has made headlines as it becomes the first entity to procure a license for offering crypto services in France. This development anticipates the European MiCA regulation’s implementation, which is earmarked for 2024 and plans to regulate and secure the crypto-asset market at the European Union level.
Meanwhile, crypto mining firm Argo Blockchain raised a net sum of £5.75 million ($7.4 million) from a share sale, a feat that indicates increased interest and faith from both new and existing shareholders. Concurrently, P0x labs announced a whopping $25 million Series A funding round, propelled by prominent backers like Polychain Capital and Qiming Venture Partners. This funding will fuel Manta Network’s scaling efforts, user base growth, and entry into key Asia markets.
Theta Labs has revealed a partnership with nostalgic collectible brand POG. POG aims to launch a Theta Metachain subchain and a custom token, offering a new generation of collectors a chance to engage with POG collectibles that marry digital and physical experiences.
Lastly, there’s a significant gaming update, as Galaxy Commanders partners with the Web3 gaming platform Immutable to augment its vision for the Interstellar odyssey. Immutable’s Layer-2 scaling solution, zkEVM, will provide pivotal game development support, promising cost-effectiveness, extensive scale, security and Ethereum smart contract compatibility. Integral to the game’s economy, in-game currency Dimensium, and various NFT-based upgrades promise a novel, immersive gaming experience.
Source: Cryptonews
