Storm Trade is live on Mainnet

Storm Trade Mainnet has officially been launched, aiming to elevate TON’s DeFi landscape. Supported by TONcoin.Fund and incubated by Tonstarter, it is the first TON-based DEX offering leverage trading, with futures trading available through its web app and Telegram Web App.

Currently, traders can engage with three key markets: TON, BTC, and ETH, all seamlessly paired with jUSDT. Moreover, users can benefit from the "Eye of the Storm" pre-TGE rewards program. By providing liquidity and trading, they can earn Reward Points among other incentives.

Storm Trade seeks to enhance the TON Ecosystem by attracting a broad user base. It is especially geared towards enriching TON's DeFi capabilities for both traders and scalpers. The integration of jUSDT further solidifies the functionality of the stablecoin’s role within The Open Network.

Begin your Storm Trade adventure at storm.tg. Share experiences and join the community at @storm_trade_fam.

​TON Community Weekly Digest

Here's a roundup of the most exciting news from the past seven days in The Open Network (TON) Ecosystem.

Network Growth:

▪️ The number of registered accounts on TON grew from 3,595,604 to 3,643,157 (+1.3%) between October 23 and October 29, 2023.

Ecosystem News:

▪️ The Gateway announced Orbs, a leading L3 public blockchain infrastructure project, as its first Diamond sponsor. Read more here.

▪️ Mantle Network and TON Foundation forged a strategic alliance with a focus on EVM Layer 2 solutions, enhancing interoperability and bridging $MNT, to TON. Read more here.

▪️ Wallet introduced a new community channel for Spanish-speaking users and celebrated with a contest. Read more here.

▪️ Storm Trade, the first TON-based DEX offering leverage trading, launched on Mainnet, aiming to elevate TON’s DeFi landscape. Read more here.

▪️ DMission integrated with TON wallets to enhance user engagement. Read more here.

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​TONcoin.Fund invests in Fanton Fantasy Football

Fanton offers a fantasy football game with more than 400,000 registered users, seamlessly integrated with TON and Telegram, tapping into the messenger’s vast 800 million user base.

Highlighting its journey, Fanton Fantasy Football has achieved three major milestones:

▪️ Secured a strategic investment from TONcoin.Fund.
▪️ Earned the "Product of the day" award on Product Hunt, standing out as the first TON-native project to make its debut there.
▪️ Teamed up with the Cointelegraph Accelerator where they've invested $200,000 in Fanton’s token, $FNTF. Read more here.

Fanton's alignment with the TON Ecosystem is strategic and mutually beneficial. Introducing the captivating world of fantasy football into TON Blockchain’s landscape will result in a surge in user engagement, increased visibility, and fostering transactions within The Open Network.

The alliance with the Cointelegraph Accelerator is a testament to Fanton's commitment to blockchain innovation. It not only solidifies TON's position as a hub for pioneering projects but, with the support from TONcoin.Fund, is set to elevate the TON Ecosystem to unprecedented heights.

To dive deeper into Fanton’s journey and milestones, visit their page on Product Hunt.

​TON is officially the world’s fastest blockchain

On October 31, 2023, TON set a new world record by achieving an impressive peak of 104,715 transactions per second, completing a total of 107,652,545 transactions within 25 minutes during its first public performance test.

Validated and confirmed by @CertiKCommunity, this performance establishes TON as the world's fastest and most scalable blockchain, surpassing the processing speeds of all L1 blockchains and renowned centralized payment networks such as PayPal, Visa, and Mastercard.

The key to TON's exceptional performance is its unique architecture featuring horizontal sharding. This design significantly increases transaction throughput while also enhancing decentralization and security. Learn more about the architecture behind TON here.

This record highlights TON's potential and capabilities for supporting a TON-based Web3 ecosystem in Telegram, transforming the messenger into a global decentralized SuperApp, and putting crypto in every pocket.

Watch the recording of the public performance test here. For deeper insights into TON's monumental achievement, read this blog post.

​xRocket launches the first TMA exchange

xRocket unveiled the first-ever fully-fledged Telegram Mini App (TMA) exchange, offering limit and market orders without leaving the app.

Now, the expansive Telegram user base, exceeding 800 million, can seamlessly trade TON and jettons directly in the messenger. The new exchange interface comes with a simplified "Convert" function, enhancing user experience and streamlining the trading process.

With more than 1 million users, xRocket is at the forefront, being the first to enable trading of jettons and the exclusive service for exchanging jUSDT/USDT without requiring a bridge.

xRocket supports TON, emphasizing its commitment to the TON Ecosystem with additional services such as TON P2P market, jetton subscriptions and an API for jetton operations.

Dive into effortless trading on Telegram with @xRocket and join their channel for the latest insights.

The Gateway conference updates

The countdown is on for TON’s premier event, the Gateway, taking place in Dubai on November 10-11, 2023, at Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre.

Visit the conference website to:

▪️ Access the full event schedule and plan your visit.
▪️ Find your way around with the venue map.
▪️ Discover side events organized by the TON Community.

A limited number of tickets are still available. Secure your spot now on:

▪️ TON Diamonds
▪️ Getgems

For those who cannot join us in Dubai, experience the Gateway conference through our livestream and don't miss a moment.

For more event details, read our previous post and visit the official website.

​TON Community Weekly Digest

Here's a roundup of the most exciting news from the past seven days in The Open Network (TON) Ecosystem.

Network Growth:

▪️ The number of registered accounts on TON grew from 3,643,157 to 3,696,152 (+1.4%) between October 30 and November 5, 2023.

Ecosystem News:

▪️ On October 31, 2023, TON became the world’s fastest and most scalable blockchain, achieving 104,715 transactions per second. Read more here.

▪️ On November 2, 2023, the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) added Toncoin (TON) to its list of recognized tokens. Read more here.

▪️ TONcoin.Fund invested in Fanton, a TON-integrated fantasy football game on Telegram with 400,000+ users. Read more here.

▪️ xRocket launched the first-ever Telegram Mini App (TMA) exchange, allowing Telegram's vast user base to trade TON and jettons seamlessly within the messenger. Read more here.

▪️ A few days left for TON's first in-person conference in Dubai, the Gateway. Read more here.

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bemo and Megaton Finance unveiled the first farming strategy in TON DeFi

bemo, the first liquid staking protocol on TON, and Megaton Finance, one of the leading AMM-based DEXs on TON, have joined forces to elevate the TON Ecosystem, enhance liquidity, and unlock new DeFi opportunities.

Users depositing TON into bemo's pool receive stTON tokens, representing their share. These stTON tokens can be utilized across any DeFi service without the need to unstake, offering greater flexibility.

The first farming strategy in TON DeFi
As an stTON holder, there's now an opportunity to offer liquidity to the stTON/WTON pools on Megaton DEX and enjoy multiple benefits:

▪️ Receive bemo staking rewards
▪️ Earn trading fees from Megaton
▪️ Accumulate $MEGA incentives
▪️ Gain stXP points from bemo booster

For in-depth insights on this farming strategy, check this article.

​The Gateway's second Diamond sponsor

The Gateway is delighted to showcase its second Diamond sponsor, Tonscan.com, developed by Bastion. As one of the most advanced TON Blockchain explorers, Bastion aims to become the go-to platform for developers and supporters within The Open Network.

Built by developers for developers
With Tonscan.com, you can dive deep into real-time transaction analytics, seamlessly interact with smart contracts, monitor network health metrics, and access valuable insights to empower your development journey.

High performance meets user-friendly design
With a fusion of elegant design and user-centric functionality, Tonscan.com ensures smooth navigation through live blockchain data, responsive analytics, and interactive visual displays.

Effortless NFT exploration
Tonscan.com offers a holistic NFT exploration experience, from intricate token provenance tracking to real-time NFT marketplace analytics, and insights into trending NFT contract interactions.

Tonscan.com by Bastion at the Gateway
Tonscan.com by Bastion invites the TON Community to its public presentation at the Gateway on Friday, November 10, at 17:35 GST. If you cannot attend the conference in Dubai, you can experience the innovative features of Tonscan.com via the Gateway livestream.

For more information on TON’s first in-person conference, visit the official event website.

​TON giveaway and exclusive staking opportunities

Bybit, the third most visited crypto exchange globally and Golden sponsor at the Gateway, has joined forces with The Open Network to launch the TON Odyssey event, aiming to put crypto in every pocket.

TON Odyssey, set to unfold from November 8 to December 7, 2023, introduces a unique opportunity to earn and stake TON, offering significant rewards for both new and existing users.

New Bybit users can earn up to 5.5 TON by following these steps:

▪️ Enable their @Wallet on Telegram
▪️ Sign up for a Bybit account
▪️ Deposit a minimum of $100 within seven days of registration
▪️ Submit their Wallet details

A reward of 5 TON awaits the first 25,000 eligible participants in their Bybit account, plus an extra 0.5 TON in their Telegram Wallet.

Existing Bybit users also have the opportunity to get 0.5 TON by setting up their @Wallet on Telegram and submitting their details. This is also available to the first 25,000 eligible participants on a first-come, first-served basis.

Staking opportunities with Bybit
Bybit presents an exclusive staking opportunity with a 20% APR on TON. New Bybit users who make their first deposit after November 6, 2023, can engage in this 7-day Fixed Savings product by staking a minimum of 50 TON and up to a maximum of 4,500 TON.

To take part in the Bybit x TON Odyssey event, visit this page for all the details.

​The Gateway’s Silver sponsors

The Gateway is proud to introduce its Silver sponsors, TonUp and Alibaba Cloud.

TonUp
TonUp is the premier launchpad for TON, dedicated to discovering and nurturing promising projects within the ecosystem. Supported by TON Foundation, TONcoin.Fund, Foresight X, AC Capital, and Waterdrip, it's a pivotal platform in the TON Ecosystem.

TonUp excels through its rigorous project selection, focusing on economic models, team expertise, and community engagement. Its Community Protection Plan (CPP) safeguards community interests, and the integration of DEX features into its launchpad enhances the user experience. Committed to inclusivity, TonUp plans to introduce permissionless pool creation. Learn more about TonUp here.

Alibaba Cloud
As the leading cloud services provider in the Asia Pacific, Alibaba Cloud is facilitating the growth of the TON-based Web3 ecosystem with robust, scalable, and secure cloud services. It is supporting innovation by empowering developers with the necessary tools for building user-centric applications.

Alibaba Cloud’s suite of services includes elastic computing, database solutions, network virtualization, storage and large-scale computing among others. To find out more about its services, visit this website.

The Gateway conference is taking place tomorrow in Dubai. Join us through the livestream for exclusive insights.

​The Gateway’s Golden sponsors

The Gateway is excited to announce two more Golden sponsors, KuCoin and MEXC Ventures, joining the forefront of the event.

MEXC Ventures
MEXC Ventures, the investment arm of MEXC Exchange, is dedicated to nurturing innovation in the crypto space. As a strategic partner of TON, it supports multiple TON Ecosystem projects such as Megaton Finance, TON Play, TONFura, Fanzee, and Sonet.

Meanwhile, MEXC Exchange is set to launch a TON collateral lending service on November 12 and eliminate trading fees for Toncoin.

KuCoin
KuCoin, known as the People’s Exchange, is a leading global cryptocurrency exchange serving over 30 million users across 200+ countries. It has been recognized as one of the Best Crypto Exchanges in 2023 by Forbes Advisor and offers 24/7 multi-language customer support.

KuCoin is a one-stop-shop for crypto trading, with more than 700 digital assets and a vast selection of over 1,200 trading pairs, including the world premiere listings of 200+ projects.

Alicia Kao, KuCoin's Managing Director, will be sharing valuable insights at the Gateway, highlighting the company’s dedication to fostering partnerships within the TON Ecosystem.

For major announcements, exclusive ecosystem updates, and much more, join the Gateway livestream tomorrow at 7:00 UTC.

​TON Community Weekly Digest

Here's a roundup of the most exciting news from the past seven days in The Open Network (TON) Ecosystem.

Network Growth:

▪️ The number of registered accounts on TON grew from 3,700,168 to 3,744,245 (+1.2%) between November 6 and November 12, 2023.

Ecosystem News:

▪️ The Gateway, TON’s first in-person conference in Dubai, has successfully concluded with a wealth of valuable insights and significant announcements. You can relive the event by watching Day 1 and Day 2 livestreams.

▪️ bemo and Megaton Finance launched the first farming strategy in TON DeFi. Users depositing TON into bemo's pool receive stTON tokens, allowing them to provide liquidity on Megaton DEX and earn rewards. Read more here.

▪️ The Gateway announced Tonscan.com, developed by Bastion, as its second Diamond sponsor. Read more here.

▪️ Bybit, Golden sponsor at the Gateway, teamed up with TON to launch the TON Odyssey event. Users can earn up to 5.5 TON and stake TON for a 20% APR till December 7, 2023. Read more here.

▪️ TON Community needs your boosts to activate Telegram’s new Stories feature. Give TON Community a boost here.

▪️ The Gateway introduced its Silver sponsors, TonUp and Alibaba Cloud. Read more here.

▪️ The Gateway announced two more Golden sponsors, KuCoin and MEXC Ventures. Read more here.

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Bybit x TON Odyssey AMA

Join an insightful AMA session on Thursday, November 16, 2023, at 13:00 UTC in the @BybitEnglish Telegram channel. Featuring Ryan Dennis, Director of Brand & Communications at TON Foundation, this AMA will delve into the details of the ongoing TON Odyssey event.

Learn about earning and staking Toncoin, along with the exclusive rewards on offer. Don't miss this chance to gain insights into the TON giveaway and staking opportunities. For more information on the Bybit x TON Odyssey event, read Bybit’s official announcement.

Join the AMA this Thursday at 13:00 UTC: https://tg-me.sbs/BybitEnglish

​Swaps now available in TON Space with STON.fi collaboration

In collaboration with STON.fi, a leading TON-based DEX, TON Space has introduced a new swap feature. This integration marks a pivotal step in making DeFi more accessible within Telegram.

Here's what TON Space users can now explore:

▪️ Users can now directly engage in jetton swaps within TON Space, without leaving Telegram.
▪️ Detailed insights into each transaction, including transaction rates, slippage, and price impact.
▪️ Access to a comprehensive set of jettons available from STON.fi pools.

Additionally, STON.fi is introducing the Omniston protocol, aimed at eliminating slippage and other disadvantages of AMM pools through the RFQ (Request for Quote) system.

Omniston's goal extends beyond merely providing swap opportunities and aggregating liquidity from various DEXs. It seeks to bridge the gap between unique blockchain projects and Telegram's vast user base, enhancing the TON-based Web3 ecosystem within the messenger.

For the latest updates and developments, join @Wallet_news and @stonfidex.

Megaton Finance launched its new staking program

Megaton Finance, one of the leading AMM-based DEXs on TON, has introduced its $MEGA Staking Program, featuring the first staking tier system within the TON Ecosystem.

This tiered staking program consists of eight levels, starting with the Iron Tier. Beyond financial returns, it offers several unique benefits to participants:

▪️ Access to exclusive events.
▪️ Special airdrops for staking members.
▪️ Planned exclusive community.
▪️ Future game zone rewards.

Participation is straightforward:

▪️ Acquire $MEGA through MEXC or by swapping WTON or jettons on Megaton Finance.
▪️ Stake your $MEGA in the Iron slot.
▪️ Remain staked for 180 days to earn rewards.

This new feature enhances the user experience within the TON Ecosystem and opens the door to additional services from Megaton Finance. It also promotes the growth of the TON user base by increasing the number of on-chain holders.

For further details, read this article and visit this page.

​TON Community Weekly Digest

Here's a roundup of the most exciting news from the past seven days in The Open Network (TON) Ecosystem.

Network Growth:

▪️ The number of registered accounts on TON grew from 3,744,245 to 3,779,639 (+1%) between November 13 and November 19, 2023.

Ecosystem News:

▪️ Wallet partnered with STON.fi to introduce a new swap feature, bringing DeFi closer to Telegram's 800 million users. Wallet users can now seamlessly swap Toncoin and other jettons directly within TON Space. Read more here.

▪️ Certik published a blog explaining how they verified TON’s remarkable TPS world record. Read more here.

▪️ TON Society hosted a side event titled "TON x Telegram: The power of mass adoption" as part of Devconnect 2023 in Istanbul. Read more here.

▪️ Megaton Finance launched its $MEGA Staking Program, featuring an eight-level tier system, offering various benefits and rewards to participants. Read more here.

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Announcing The Open League on TON.Vote

The Open League is - currently - a public community proposal set to distribute TON-backed user incentives aiming to acquire five million users in the next twelve months.

The proposal is now live on TON.Vote for your review and discussion.

Key highlights:

▪️ New method for distributing incentives to TON Users through Soul-Bound Tokens (SBTs) and through TON projects via community-awarded grants.
▪️ Seasonal structure to gamify mini-app launches and enhance user onboarding experiences.
▪️ Experience Points (XP), where users can earn points exchangeable for Toncoin.
▪️ @community_bot quests to become the gateway for users to engage with various tasks and earn rewards.
▪️ TON Society, your profile to track achievements, earnings, and build your reputation on TON.

Discussion and participation are highly valued. TON Community members can share their thoughts and questions directly on the proposal page or through TON Community channels. Every perspective contributes to shaping the future of the TON Ecosystem.

To join the discussion and vote, visit this page.

To learn more about The Open League, watch the full presentation from Gateway.