Today, TON Society launches a first of its kind initiative to urge France to #FREEDUROV
An Open Letter Mini App in Telegram.
Anyone who values privacy and freedom of speech should sign this letter to French authorities. We hope to reach hundreds of millions of signatures.
We urge the French authorities to:
1️⃣ Free Mr. Pavel Durov from detention.
2️⃣ Allow Telegram to protect the freedom of expression and right to private life for its users.
The #DigitalResistance is now. #FREEDUROV.
As always, share this post using #FREEDUROV, and now sign the Open Letter in Telegram.
🆓🐶 /channel/tgresistancebot/letter
TON News #6 — watch now!
00:10 - TON Society launches to empower TON Community and further decentralize TON.
1:32 - introducing Secret TON Nest, a program supporting early-stage builders with private workshops and rewards.
📱 Telegram abides by EU laws, including the Digital Services Act — its moderation is within industry standards and constantly improving.
🛩 Telegram's CEO Pavel Durov has nothing to hide and travels frequently in Europe.
🫤 It is absurd to claim that a platform or its owner are responsible for abuse of that platform.
🌐 Almost a billion users globally use Telegram as means of communication and as a source of vital information.
👍 We’re awaiting a prompt resolution of this situation. Telegram is with you all.
MyTonWallet 3.0: W5 wallet and new features added
MyTonWallet has released version 3.0 to celebrate the beginning of the 3rd year of the project and has launched a contest for Android developers with a prize pool of up to $25K and a possibility to join the team.
Key features:
▪️ The W5 wallet is live, with gasless transactions becoming available soon.
▪️ Ledger v2.1 support offers comprehensive support for NFTs, staking, and more.
▪️ The in-app browser interface has been improved for smoother navigation.
▪️ And lots more — learn more here.
Update now to experience these new features.
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Boost TON Community!
TON Society launches to empower TON Community and further decentralize TON
TON Society has launched as an independent company focused on engaging the community and decentralizing The Open Network (TON). Led by former TON Foundation directors, TON Society will manage all official community channels and events, aiming to give the community a stronger voice in shaping the TON Ecosystem.
Additionally, TON Society will focus on creating TON activists, boosting awareness of the TON Ecosystem, and decentralizing community assets. Learn more.
Sign up at society.ton.org to get involved, earn the first “OG” onchain badge, and help contribute to putting crypto in every pocket. Act. Grow. Connect. Own.
TON Society welcomes Ran Neuner
We’re proud to welcome Ran Neuner, Founder & CEO of Crypto Banter, as a new member of TON Voices!
In case you didn't catch today’s TVL with Luke Belmar and Ran Neuner live, you can listen to the recording here.
Join TON at Korea Blockchain Week 2024
Meet us at the TON Booth on September 3-4: Come by, say hello, and you might just walk away with some exclusive TON merch! Snap a photo and connect with TON Community members.
Don’t miss our main events:
▪️ Keynote by Jack Booth, TON Foundation CMO: Web3 Ecosystem in Telegram
▪️ Panel Discussion: TON-based Social Games in Telegram
Secure your spot at our side event on September 3rd and join the 10K USDt airdrop.
We’re also giving away 100 free KBW tickets. First come, first served — grab yours now!
Introducing Secret TON Nest for Early Builders
TON Society has launched TON Nest, a program designed to support early-stage builders on their journey to achieving initial traction. This program brings together people, workshops, and a leaderboard, creating a community where builders can access private, community-gated workshops and compete in a leaderboard for rewards.
To join TON Nest, you need to fill out the application form and pitch your project live at events organized by TON Society hubs or Syndicate, or in online sessions. Start your journey in the Open League simulator for young projects by applying here.
Introducing Hipo Gang
Hipo, a liquid staking protocol on TON, has launched its first DeFi-focused Telegram mini-game. In less than 5 days, the game has attracted over 20,000 users!
By participating in Hipo Gang, you'll earn $HPO tokens, which can be traded or held to earn a share of the protocol's profits and participate in governance.
Unlock levels, climb the leaderboard, and boost your earnings by inviting friends. Discover Hipo Gang today and stay tuned for more exciting features soon. Learn more.
Binance Launchpool & Super Earn event for TON: $64M up for grabs
Following last week's Toncoin listing, Binance, the world’s largest digital asset exchange, has unveiled its first-ever Binance Launchpool & Super Earn event for a mature ecosystem token. The total rewards pool is an impressive 9M Toncoin.
Binance will distribute 382,500 Toncoin daily to BNB and FDUSD stakers through Binance Launchpool. And they've created something entirely new for you, TON Community — Binance Super Earn, with special APRs and 1.35M Toncoin in rewards.
We told the world we'd put crypto in every pocket. Looks like Binance got the memo...
The event begins on August 15 at 00:00 UTC. Are you ready? Learn more.
Introducing TON Ventures
TON Ventures has launched a new venture capital organization with a $40M fund to support early-stage projects within the TON Ecosystem.
Founded by former senior members of TON Foundation and former TON builders, TON Ventures aims to empower developers leveraging Telegram's social graph, Mini Apps, and infrastructure tools, connecting investors with innovative projects.
Learn more here, follow TON Ventures on X, and join their Telegram channel to stay updated.
Simplifying USDt integration on TON
Integrating USDt on TON has never been easier! By leveraging key infrastructure providers like MPC wallet providers, custodians, and RPC solutions, we're ensuring secure, efficient, and seamless transactions.
We're making USDt on TON universally accessible, aiming to put crypto in every pocket. Interested in integrating USDt on TON? Start now.
Crypto Chats Podcast #1
We've launched a new podcast series, Crypto Chats, where we discuss the most ambitious Web3 projects with their participants.
Episode #1 is now live, featuring GAMEE, a high-engagement mobile gaming platform focused on onboarding a mass gaming audience to Web3.
Watch now!
Join the #DigitalResistance and Fight for Your Freedoms
Our most fundamental rights — freedom of speech and digital privacy — are under attack like never before. Governments and political correctness worldwide are tightening their grip, threatening to silence voices and monitor our every move online. The arrest of Pavel Durov in France isn’t the first time Durov has had to fight for our rights. Durov didn’t back down last time. Instead, he launched the #DigitalResistance — a movement to fight censorship and defend digital privacy.
The symbol of this movement? A dog in a hood. The Resistance Dog. In 2011, Pavel Durov was ordered to eradicate the posts of liberal thinkers and dissidents. In response, Pavel posted a picture of his dog, refusing to silence anyone on his platform. Since then, this dog has become the mascot of free speech. It has become an emblem of hope, incredible strength, and courage.
This isn’t just about one man; it’s about defending the rights of every individual. The #DigitalResistance is a movement for all of us who believe that privacy is a right, not a privilege, and that free speech is the foundation of a free society. By uniting under this banner, we are sending a clear message: we will not be silenced or surrender our digital freedoms.
Learn more about the movement and why it matters.
Activate the Resistance Pack:
1️⃣ Share this post using #FREEDUROV hashtag.
2️⃣ Put 🆓 emoji in your username.
3️⃣ Change avatar to Resistance Dog (our profile photo).
Stay vigilant. Stay strong. Resist. #FREEDUROV 💎✊
Congrats to @dogs_community who have started their onchain claim process. We hear they are currently processing up to 150K requests a minute, and we expect this number to increase.
Today is not only an important day for the digital resistance to show its power. It's also a day where TON will be stress-tested by up to 10 million users making transactions somewhat simultaneously.
Expect slight delays in transaction processing times as the network expands to handle the load.
Today, We stand with Pavel Durov — Creator of Telegram.
In support of the #DigitalResistance, we are updating Toncoin’s logo and profile pictures across TON Community channels to the global symbol of Digital Resistance—the Resistance Dog. Pavel Durov started this movement during his fight to maintain the privacy of Telegram users and protect freedom of speech.
Join the #DigitalResistance, #FreeDurov. Activate the Resistance Pack:
1️⃣Share this post using #FREEDUROV hashtag
2️⃣Put 🆓emoji in your username
3️⃣Change avatar to Resistance Dog (our profile photo)
Statement from the TON Community
Following the recent news related to the Telegram’s founder Pavel Durov, we want to assure everyone that the TON community remains strong and fully operational.
As a community committed to freedom of speech and decentralization, we stand firmly by Pavel during this challenging time. Pavel has been a dedicated advocate for these values, and we believe his efforts to promote an open and decentralized internet will continue to inspire millions.
The TON community remains focused on our mission, and we will continue our work to uphold these principles globally. We encourage everyone to stay calm, united, and to keep building as we navigate this situation together. Thank you for your continued support.
TON Community
TON Learn #5: New Era of Gaming
Ever wondered how games like Notcoin and Catizen reached millions of users so fast? Watch now!
TON/USDt rewards program extended until the end of 2024
The TON/USDt rewards program continues with approximately 5M Toncoin (over $32M) allocated to further boost liquidity pools through the end of the year.
Over the past 30 days, trading volume surged by 65%, reaching $1B, with daily peaks around $100M. This substantial activity ensures a solid base of rewards. Additionally, LP rewards make TON/USDt one of the best places to get rewarded for holding digital dollars across all DEXs.
Interested? Explore the benefits of boosted pools on STON.fi and DeDust.
Join TON Voices Live (TVL) with Luke Belmar and Crypto Banter
We're now live with Luke Belmar, Ran Neuner, and Jack Booth, for a deep dive on TON news, alpha from Crypto Banter, and a very special $1K Toncoin giveaway!
Join now.
TON Ecosystem Roundup
As TON continues to evolve and expand, this week brings several updates from four ecosystem projects: Staynex, ONUS, BeeHarvest, and Shardify.
Let's take a closer look at their latest updates — learn more.
TON News #5 — watch now!
00:23 - New $40M fund launched to support early-stage crypto projects in the TON Ecosystem.
1:25 - TON lands on major exchanges: Binance launches Super Earn event with 9M Toncoin rewards.
1:54 - BtcTurk, Turkey's largest crypto platform, lists Toncoin for trading.
2:21 - Injective integrates with TON, enabling seamless asset exchange across both networks.
2:59 - TON partners with Pyth Network to enhance developer experience with high-fidelity data.
🏆 Celebrate the Champions of the Open League Hackathon! 🏆
After 8 weeks of relentless innovation, the Open League Hackathon has reached its glorious finale.
Today, we honor 28 winners across 6 tracks who have not only gained recognition but also made a significant impact on the TON Ecosystem.
Dive into the full review to meet the champions and their groundbreaking projects!
TON Foundation joins forces with Pyth Network
TON Foundation has partnered with Pyth Network to supercharge the developer experience on TON with high-fidelity data feeds, aiming to boost the TON-based Web3 ecosystem in Telegram. This collaboration brings:
▪️ Access to institutional-grade price data for enhanced DeFi projects.
▪️ Real-time, accurate data enabling game developers to create dynamic in-game economies.
▪️ Scalable consumer services to meet the demands of millions of users, bringing Web3 to the masses.
Visit their website to learn more.
BtcTurk lists Toncoin (TON)
BtcTurk, Turkey's largest crypto trading platform, has announced the listing of Toncoin (TON). Deposits and withdrawals for Toncoin are now live, with trading against the Turkish lira and USDt set to begin on August 15 at 12:00 PM UTC.
As one of Turkey's first centralized exchanges, BtcTurk facilitated the first Bitcoin purchase in Turkish lira on July 1, 2013. The platform now serves over 5M registered users and offers 24/7 Turkish lira deposits and withdrawals through integration with seven Turkish banks, providing low exchange fees for its users.
TON Ecosystem Roundup
As TON continues to evolve and expand, this week brings several updates from five ecosystem projects: bemo, Pumpkin, UtyabSwap, bitMiner, and ANON.
Let's take a closer look at their latest updates – learn more.
TON News #4 — watch now!
00:16 - Web3 Gaming Revolution with Cocos Studio
01:47 - OKX Wallet's TON Cryptopedia Campaign
2:18 - IntoTheBlock Analytics