Bangkok, Thailand, April 15th, 2024, Chainwire

Southeast Asia Blockchain Week (SEABW), a premier blockchain conference exploring the evolving landscape of Web3 in the Southeast Asia region, is proud to announce that there will be over 40 side events, web3 meetups, workshops, and social gatherings. So, attendees can expect a week brimming with engagement, insights and endless networking opportunities.

The SEABW will be held on April 22-28 at the True ICON Hall in Bangkok, Thailand. While the main event will take place on April 24-25, there will be major side events throughout the week. Here are some of the key highlights of the industry gathering:

• Game Day: Scheduled for April 24th and co-hosted with YGG and W3GG, Game Day will feature 5+ demos of forthcoming titles, 6+ game show matches, and more in the presence of Web3 gaming community members and leading KOLs.
• Demo Day: Sponsored by Kroma, the Demo Day is organized in partnership with Hashed, Wintermute, SCB 10X, Saison Capital, Faction, and Krungsri Finnovate. It gives 12 projects an opportunity to pitch themselves to investors and industry participants. The top 3 winners will get a total of $5000 in prizes ($2,500 for first place, $1,500 for second place, and $1,000 for third place).
• TOKENIZATION Summit: Held on April 22nd by Token X, this event explores tokenization for urban development, regenerative finance, and how to use blockchain technology to weave music and wellness into Thailand’s thriving tourism industry.
• ONCHAIN 2024: It will be the region’s first real-world asset (RWA) conference. Held on April 26th, ONCHAIN will have influential figures from traditional finance, fintech, and web3 providing insights on the future of RWAs through a series of panel discussions.
• ZKonnect Summit 2024: It’s a zero-knowledge summit co-hosted by Polygon Labs, SCB 10X & SCBX on April 23rd. The event aims to delve into the Zero Knowledge ecosystem, showcasing Polygon Labs as a pioneering force in developing a decentralized financial system with scalability powered by zero-knowledge proofs.
• THE WEB 3.0 ERA: Set for April 26th, this event is the result of a collaboration between Thai and South Korean Web3 heavyweights to spread regional Web 3.0 knowledge, utility, and awareness.

Here’s the full list of side events. Over 3,000 developers, startup founders, investors, and Web3 enthusiasts from around the world are expected to join the event to understand the localized Go-to-Market strategies, cultural and user behavioral trends, user acquisition, regulations and diverse use cases in the area. 

AN ALL-ENCOMPASSING AGENDA

The event’s all-encompassing agenda will cover topics and discussions highlighting the potential mass adoption of Web3 in the Southeast Asian region, ideas and products and services from the local Web3 industry.

The key narratives of the event are: 

• The Southeast Asian Way: How to engage with users/builders in SEA with concrete examples
• Mecca of Gaming: Web3 Gaming that put SEA on the map, and its ongoing evolution
• Future of Finance: Bridging traditional and decentralized finance to explore new opportunities
• Bridging the Gap with Impact: Web3 opportunities for Web2 enterprises in the region
• At Bleeding Edge: Latest trend in Web3 apps and their implication on SEA
• Technological Advance: Emerging technologies and ideas that could potentially impact mass adoption in SEA

Along these themes, a total of over 170 innovators, entrepreneurs, decision-makers and thought leaders across the entire spectrum of the blockchain industry will engage in keynote sessions, panel discussions, fireside chats, and moderated debates. 

The SEABW organizers would like to thank the sponsors for their help in making it the most important event in the country for conversations about crypto, blockchain, and Web3. SCBX, the leading entity in a financial technology business group, and zkSync, the ZK-rollup powered scaling and privacy engine for Ethereum, are the top-flight title sponsors while Aptos and Flipster are the platinum sponsors. The roster of gold sponsors includes Polkadot, SCB 10X, and Token X. The silver sponsors are Analog, Jambo, Saison Capital, Factblock, and Serotonin. 

About SEABW

Southeast Asia Blockchain Week is the flagship conference for web3 developers, investors, and users. It brings together key figures from across the industry for seven days of panel discussions, keynotes, product demonstrations, and networking. From Web3 Games to RWAs, SEABW illuminates Southeast Asia’s most promising startups and web3 companies.

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About ShardLab

ShardLab is the innovation arm of Hashed, a leading global Web3 venture capital firm based in Asia. Beyond ideas, we actively build ecosystems and collaborations to bring innovative disruptions using Web3 technology. Our vision extends to fostering mass adoption of Web3 in Southeast Asia, making technology accessible, and empowering communities in this dynamic digital frontier.

About Hashed

Hashed is a team of blockchain experts and builders based in Seoul, Singapore, Bengaluru, and Silicon Valley. We believe that decentralization can transform not only the global economy but the very fabric of the internet. Our mission is to accelerate the mass adoption of blockchain by investing our resources and empowering a new wave of entrepreneurs and innovators to create this future. We approach this work as builders, not just pickers. We participate as core technical contributors to global infrastructure, and we’ve built a network of projects and people that connect industry pioneers with the knowledge and resources necessary to unlock the potential of blockchain.

Contact

Kim Bazak
kim@marketacross.com

Los Angeles, United States, April 10th, 2024, Chainwire

Innovative Web3 Social Platform Tomo Partners with Industry Leaders, Reinventing Social Media Monetization and Engagement

Tomo, an all-in-one Web3 social app, announces the successful closure of its Seed round funding led by Polychain Capital. Industry leaders like Consensys, Symbolic Capital, OKX Ventures, Nomad Capital, Story Protocol, dao5, KuCoin Ventures and HTX Ventures were among the investors. With an emphasis on integrating financial incentives into social media through blockchain, Tomo introduces an evolved social experience with its unique offerings, Tomoji – first-of-its-kind ERC-404 Launchpad on Base, and the multifunctional social wallet, TomoID.

The founder of Tomo, Ryan Fang, shares the vision, saying, “We are thrilled by the support from our investors, enabling us to innovate in the SocialFi landscape. Tomo’s mission is to pioneer a multichain Web3 Social Wallet that unlocks unique blockchain-enabled opportunities. We strive for seamless user experience while fostering new ways of connecting, gifting, and creating. Our vision extends to building a platform where every connection is valued, direct, and financially rewarding.”

Expanding its creative horizon, Tomo recently launched the ERC404 Meme Launchpad on Base chain, named Tomoji. Artist Sean Kyah Koons, in collaboration with Tomoji introduced a premier dragon-themed collection named ‘LONG’ on Tomoji Launchpad. Tomoji allows for the fractionalization of NFTs, thereby enhancing market liquidity and offering a more flexible approach to ownership. Within the Tomoji launchpad, Tomojis provide seamless minting, gifting, and trading capabilities, giving users an intuitive and interactive platform to engage with digital art. Additionally, Tomojis are tradeable on exchanges.

Following this, Tomo introduces a new feature, TomoID, along with a funding milestone. TomoID is a social wallet for content creators and businesses, featuring a link-in-bio tool and an affiliate program for crypto commissions. Users can place their unique TomoID in their social media bios, linking to a page with their profiles across platforms like Tomo, X, Instagram, TikTok, and more. Complementing these innovations, Tomo offers a reward system in the form of Tomo Points, encouraging active engagement with Tomo’s features, serving as appreciation for the loyalty and contribution of early participants.

Olaf Carlson-Wee, Founder and CEO of Polychain Capital, shared his insights on the investment, remarking, ‘At Polychain, we back founders and projects that enable new behaviors. Our investment in Tomo aligns with this philosophy as we recognize Tomo’s role in introducing an immense new user base to the Web3 space. Tomo adds financial incentives to the feedback loops already embedded in social media apps, optimizing the distribution of value created at the intersection of creators and fans.’

Tomo’s application offers accessible onboarding, interactive experiences, and earning opportunities. Tomo creates a transparent marketplace for social capital where users can engage in authentic and financially rewarding interactions. The platform features a native mobile app for iOS and Android, Web version beta, account abstraction technology, self-custody, seamless cross-chain bridging, and user-friendly fiat onramp capabilities. Signing up is straightforward with options like X, Apple, Google, and Galxe accounts. Tomo simplifies the introduction to the blockchain by automatically setting up non-custodial wallets using ERC-4337 technology and operating on secure Linea and Base rollups. The ‘Keys’ system in Tomo allows users to purchase unique access to creators’ content and direct messaging. Transactions involving these Keys carry a 10% royalty fee, split evenly between Tomo and the creators, contributing to a sustainable economy. Other features include public stories for key holders, group chats, direct messages, and simple ETH transfers. 

Marco Monaco of ConsenSys commented, ‘Tomo’s SocialFi strategy is not just another “bonding curve” fork. The team focuses on the social aspect with a clear vision and innovative Web3-native ideas. This investment is not just about the team but also about a tech stack that serves as a reference implementation for dApps aiming to bring millions into Web3: mobile app, account abstraction, transparent bridging, self-custody, fiat onramp, and cooperation with the Linea ecosystem. Tomo’s approach marks a significant advancement in the dApps design and demonstrates how SocialFi can empower users and creators.’

About Tomo:

Tomo is an all-in-one Web3 social app that transforms users’ online presence into a universal social wallet, fostering genuine, spam-free connections and financial incentives. Tomo lets users engage directly with creators, participate in private discussions, and explore the new generation of digital art with Tomoji. Active participation earns users Tomo Points, enhancing your social capital. Join Tomo, where your social capital is valued.

Website – https://tomo.inc/

Blog – https://medium.com/tomoinc

Docs – https://docs.tomo.inc/

X (formerly Twitter) – https://twitter.com/tomo_social

Web Beta – https://pro.tomo.inc/

iOS app – https://apps.apple.com/us/app/tomo-inc/id6468010287

Android app – https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=tomo.app.unyx

LONG – https://betterbelong.io/

Contact

PR Manager
Milena Repa
Tomo
milena@tomo.inc

Los Angeles, California, April 10th, 2024, Chainwire

Following the resounding success of its debut season, which captivated audiences on premier platforms such as AppleTV, Google Play, Amazon Prime, HELLO TV, and Tubi, Killer Whales Season 2 is poised to make an even bigger splash. Applications for the highly anticipated second season are officially open.

HELLO Labs, a pioneering Web3 entertainment company, has once again joined forces with the leading crypto platform CoinMarketCap to scout the most innovative and popular projects within the Web3 industry. These chosen projects will have the exclusive opportunity to pitch to the Killer Whales judges in front of a global television audience.

HELLO Labs Founder Paul Caslin expressed his enthusiasm for the upcoming season, stating, “Season 1 was just the beginning; Season 2 is the main event. We are on a mission to cast a spotlight on the hottest projects in the Web3 space and showcase them to mainstream audiences worldwide.”

In an exciting twist for Season 2, viewers will have the chance to influence the lineup through a special “Wildcard” episode. Starting May 1st, 2024, the crypto community can vote for their favorite projects, with the top three securing much-coveted spots on Season 2.

As anticipation builds and the crypto markets heat up, competition is expected to be fierce. Key dates for the application process are as follows:

• April 10th: Applications Open
• May 1st: Voting Begins
• June 1st: Winners are Chosen
• June 24th: Season 2 begins shooting

teams who believe their Killer Web3 project has what it takes to face the Killer Whales, are welcome to apply now at hello.one/killerwhales and seize their chance to shine on the global stage.

About Killer Whales:

Killer Whales is a groundbreaking television series that spotlights the most exciting and innovative projects within the Web3 industry. Backed by HELLO Labs and CoinMarketCap, the show provides a platform for emerging talent to showcase their creations to a worldwide audience.

About HELLO Labs:

HELLO Labs is a leading Web3 entertainment company dedicated to pushing the boundaries of digital entertainment. Through innovative partnerships and groundbreaking projects, HELLO Labs aims to revolutionize the entertainment industry.

About CoinMarketCap:

CoinMarketCap is the world’s most trusted and comprehensive source for cryptocurrency data. With millions of users globally, CoinMarketCap provides real-time information on digital assets, markets, and trends.

Visit: Killer Whales

Contacts

Chris
Chris Wells
HELLO Labs
chris@hello.one
Paul Caslin
paul@hello.one

Singapore, Singapore, April 4th, 2024, Chainwire

LeverFi, a leading web3 innovation team, has launched OmniZK, a secure validation protocol for Bitcoin that enables developers to create complex, interoperable DeFi applications by shifting complex logic onto EVM networks and relay verified outcomes with zkOracles. The protocol’s modular design allows non-custodial, decentralized contracts to be settled natively on the Bitcoin network in a secure.

LeverFi is proud to announce the launch of OmniZK, a groundbreaking secure validation protocol for Bitcoin that expands the possibilities for DeFi and omnichain interactions. By allowing developers to shift complex computations onto EVM layers and relay verified event outcomes back to the Bitcoin network, OmniZK enables the creation of programmable, interoperable native applications on Bitcoin that are scalable and capable of handling complex scenarios.

Enabling Bitcoin DeFi and complex logic for Bitcoin

Bitcoin Script’s Turing-incomplete nature has long been a barrier to the development of complex applications on the Bitcoin network, making the development of decentralized finance (DeFi) applications on Bitcoin especially challenging.

OmniZK solves this issue by providing a modular framework for constructing conditional, non-custodial Discreet Log Contracts (DLCs) secured by event proofs generated by zkOracles. OmniRelayers, running in a Trusted Execution Environment, are restricted to only transmitting and signing for verified event outcomes, thereby producing robust security for contract settlement within the Bitcoin network.

With the OmniZK SDK, developers can easily build and deploy DLC applications that utilize verified event data from any EVM network for contract settlement finality on Bitcoin. This empowers various interchain Bitcoin use cases, including non-custodial BTC liquid staking, cross-chain Bitcoin DeFi markets, decentralized asset bridges, and omnichain liquidity management.

“OmniZK is a significant step forward for Bitcoin DeFi and interoperability,” said Charissa K, Head of Developer Relations at LeverFi. “By enabling secure, non-custodial contracts that settle natively on the Bitcoin network and providing an alternative to centralized bridges, we’re unlocking a new era of possibilities for Bitcoin developers and users alike.”

Applications built using OmniZK are independent of yet complementary to Bitcoin L2s, as they interact with and communicate with L2s, but with final settlements done natively on Bitcoin, outside of the L2s. 

An example can be an application that issues a chain-agnostic wrapped BTC asset that can be freely minted, burned or transferred, without having the underlying BTC being custodied on a L2 multi-sig bridge.

This places OmniZK at an interesting nexus of the rapidly growing Bitcoin ecosystem and offer alternatives to developers and users who wish to build and settle within the native Bitcoin layer.

LEVER Staking Program and Benefits

The LeverFi ecosystem, which includes the OmniZK protocol, are powered by LEVER, its ecosystem token which is easily accessible on leading global exchanges including Binance, Bybit, Bithumb, Gate and more.

OmniRelayers who wish to participate in the security, functioning and governance of the OmniZK network are required to stake LEVER to join as operators to earn staking rewards and contract gas fees. There will also be a delegation program for users to stake with validators and enjoy the benefits of LEVER staking.

In addition to the above, LEVER confers a wide range of benefits including gated access to its LeverPro launchpad for high potential Bitcoin DeFi projects and reduced fees on its EVM-based non-custodial swap platform.

LeverFi invites developers and validators to explore the potential of OmniZK and start building the next generation of Bitcoin DeFi applications.

About LeverFi

Backed by world-class investors, LeverFi is a leading web3 innovation firm that continually reimagines the boundaries of decentralized finance. With its latest roadmap, LeverFi is set to break new ground and create new possibilities for Bitcoin and global web3 ecosystems.

For more information, users can learn more about LeverFi here: https://leverfi.io

Developers and validators looking to explore OmniZK may register interest by contacting our Head of Developer Relations at this email: validator@leverfi.io

Contacts

ZR
team@leverfi.io
Lawrence
LeverFi
team@leverfi.io