Helix and Avalanche, with support from Faculty Group, today announced the launch of Fusion, a community-led initiative built to accelerate the creation of outcome-driven, domain-specific blockchain economies. Leveraging an innovative economic model to drive ecosystem coordination, Fusion enables developers, businesses, and protocols to access modular, programmable networks that deliver measurable real-world value.

“Fusion is about unlocking the next chapter of blockchain adoption,” said Fusion Core Contributor David Post. “We’re building a framework that goes beyond experimentation – enabling scalable, sector-specific solutions with real-world impact and value. By combining Avalanche’s performance with a powerful suite of modular services, Fusion gives builders the tools they need to deploy meaningful applications and connect them to a thriving, interoperable ecosystem.”

Fusion features a two-layer architecture: Composers, independent Layer 1 blockchains tailored for specific sectors like AI, decentralized science (DeSci), and decentralized physical infrastructure networks (DePIN), and Modules, plug-and-play services like compute, stablecoins, and biometric data that support Composers. Each Composer offers accessible SDKs and APIs, allowing developers to integrate services, deploy applications, and execute tasks.

Modules are an interoperable set of building blocks that can be combined through composers to create value for end users. This includes oracles for real-world data (e.g., weather, sports, commodities), financial services like asset swap platforms and treasury tools, identity verification, decentralized data storage, and reputation systems that offer users loyalty benefits or exclusive access via NFTs.

Fusion’s architecture is built on Avalanche’s high-performance stack, leveraging the C-Chain for fast, EVM-compatible smart contract execution and Interchain Messaging (ICM) for secure, efficient communication between composers and other Layer 1s. This ensures seamless interoperability and scalability across the ecosystem.

“Fusion equips developers with the tools they need to build impactful, real-world applications on live blockchain networks,” said Nicholas Mussallem, CEO of AvaCloud. “While AvaCloud streamlines Layer 1 network creation, Fusion enhances these networks once they’re operational. This initiative combines the best tools for scaling blockchain technology, creating tangible value, and driving widespread adoption across industries.”

Fusion is supported by $100 million in resources allocated to existing Avalanche programs – including Multiverse, Retro9000, InfraBUIDL and InfraBUIDL AI – to catalyze a new wave of ecosystem development. These funds will accelerate the launch of Composers in real-world verticals, support foundational Modules that provide critical infrastructure and services, and incentivize developers and builders to integrate Composer APIs and SDKs into practical, outcome-driven applications.

The initial Fusion ecosystem includes composers like Life Network, which helps healthcare institutions deploy AI-driven solutions for disease-specific use cases, such as stroke prevention. Other Composers include Kite AI, a decentralized AI model platform, and Tayga, focusing on DePIN resources. Fusion plans to launch additional composers in areas such as RWAs, Identity, and Defi in the near future along with convening best in class Modules through partners like QuickNode and Space and Time.

About Helix

Helix is a thesis driven advisory and incubation platform whose principals serve as fractional founders for the companies they partner with, helping drive all aspects of the business. Helix collaborates with Web 3’s top venture funds, projects, and blockchains to build industry leading ecosystems and scale category defining projects.

About Avalanche

Avalanche is an ultra-fast, low-latency blockchain platform designed for builders who need high performance at scale. The network’s architecture allows for the creation of sovereign, efficient and fully interoperable public and private layer 1 (L1) blockchains which leverage the Avalanche Consensus Mechanism to achieve high throughput and near-instant transaction finality. The ease and speed of launching an L1, and the breadth of architectural customization choices, make Avalanche the perfect environment for a composable multi-chain future.

Supported by a global community of developers and validators, Avalanche offers a fast, low-cost environment for building decentralized applications (dApps). With its combination of speed, flexibility, and scalability, Avalanche is the platform of choice for innovators pushing the boundaries of blockchain technology.

About Fusion

Fusion is a community-led initiative supported by Ava Labs and led by a consortium of leading VCs, builders, and innovators from Avalanche Ecosystem that transforms how value is created and distributed. Through its innovative architecture of Composers (purpose-built Layer 1s) and Modules (plug-in services), Fusion enables developers to compose vertical-specific economies that reward measurable impact rather than just activity.

Fusion is already powering breakthrough applications across AI, physical infrastructure, and healthcare, creating productive economies that deliver genuine utility while ensuring all participants benefit from aligned economic incentives. Fusion does more than settle transactions, it coordinates outcomes.

In a landmark move, Faculty Group and Ghaf Capital today announced their merger to form Ghaf Group, a vertically integrated Web3 advisory business. This strategic union leverages Faculty Group’s full-stack Web3 execution capabilities alongside Ghaf Capital’s elite access to capital markets, sovereign networks, and strategic enterprise relationships across the MENA region and beyond.

With operations spanning capital allocation, product development, token advisory, liquidity management and marketing, Ghaf Group is uniquely positioned to drive the next wave of blockchain and Web3 growth. The new entity unites over 100 experts across eight subsidiaries under a single, scalable platform committed to delivering institutional-grade solutions and unlocking long-term value across the Web3 economy.

James Childs, newly appointed CEO of Ghaf Group, commented: “This merger is not just an evolution, it’s an inflexion point. Faculty Group has always focused on high-conviction execution in Web3. Now, as Ghaf Group, we bring together global delivery capability with regional strategic access to capital, creating a new category of partner for protocols, corporates, and governments alike.”

Feras Al Sadek, Chairman of Ghaf Group, added: “We’re combining best-in-class infrastructure with unparalleled strategic reach. Ghaf Group will be the trusted bridge between East and West, unlocking capital and capability at scale. This is a defining moment for Web3, and we’re just getting started.”

The group’s new visual identity, rooted in the symbolism of the resilient Ghaf tree native to the UAE, reflects a commitment to strength, longevity, and organic growth. Ghaf Group is already in advanced discussions with sovereign entities, institutional investors, and emerging protocols as it builds out a robust pipeline for 2025 and beyond.

Looking ahead, Ghaf Group will accelerate its footprint across MENA and Asia, explore strategic acquisitions, and begin laying the groundwork for a potential UAE-based IPO, positioning itself as a publicly accountable and globally trusted vehicle for Web3 advancement.

About Ghaf Group

Ghaf Group is a global Web3 venture platform formed through the merger of Faculty Group and Ghaf Capital. The firm provides integrated services across advisory, token design, venture capital, market-making, marketing, and blockchain development. With strong roots in the Middle East and a global vision, Ghaf Group partners with ambitious founders, forward-looking institutions, and sovereign stakeholders to catalyse the next era of decentralised innovation.

FLock.io, the private AI training platform, has announced a collaboration with Alibaba Cloud, the digital technology and intelligence backbone of Alibaba Group, to harness Alibaba Cloud’s Large Language Model(LLM) Qwen and cloud technologies to create advanced AI models for both domain-specific and general purposes.

Under the collaboration, FLock.io will create various AI models utilizing infrastructure and products from Alibaba Cloud. In the future, both sides will leverage their technical expertise to explore research opportunities and use cases in AI fields.

Beyond technical integration, FLock.io will cooperate with Alibaba Cloud to facilitate joint research initiatives, leveraging the collective knowledge and resources to explore new applications in both centralized and decentralized artificial intelligence.

“Partnering with Alibaba Cloud’s Qwen represents a transformative step forward for FLock.io. By leveraging the strengths of blockchain technology and federated learning, we are creating an environment where secure, privacy-preserving model training can drive real-world innovation,” said Jiahao Sun, Founder and CEO of FLock.io. “This collaboration goes beyond merely constructing superior AI models; it represents decentralized AI and blockchain technology successfully penetrating traditional AI sectors and achieving their product-market fit.”

Qwen, developed by Alibaba Cloud, is one of the most advanced open-source LLMs available today. Since its debut in April 2023, Qwen has been adopted by over 290,000 enterprises across industries, from automotive, manufacturing, and finance to gaming, healthcare, and robotics. Accessible via Alibaba Cloud’s generative AI development platform Model Studio, Qwen has been embraced by global businesses and developers.

About FLock.io

FLock.io is the first decentralized AI training platform, combining Federated Learning and blockchain to revolutionize AI development. It enables secure, privacy-preserving training without centralizing data, allowing communities to collaboratively create, train, and own AI models.

FLock.io’s ecosystem consists of three key components: AI Arena, a platform for competitive model training; FL Alliance, a privacy-focused collaboration framework that enhances models while preserving data sovereignty; and Moonbase, a decentralized platform that hosts and refines AI models, rewarding contributors and driving the growth of the DeAI ecosystem.

Users can learn more at FLock.io.

The AI-powered hiring platform opens new doors for employers and job seekers in the decentralized economy.

As the global Web3 and blockchain sector experiences unprecedented growth, Bossjob, an AI-driven job-hiring platform, is stepping forward to bridge the talent gap with its newly launched Web3 Talent Hub, a specialized ecosystem tailored to the niche needs of decentralized industries.

Web3 has evolved from a buzzword into a transformative movement shaping finance, gaming, AI, social platforms, and digital identity. However, the rapid expansion of this space has created more battles for skilled professionals, and some job seekers can also be confused about the rising occupations in the Web3 industry and not sure if they are suitable. Bossjob’s new initiative is designed to tackle this head-on.

A Specialized Solution for a Specialized Industry

Bossjob’s Web3 Talent Hub serves as a centralized gateway for companies and startups to connect with top-tier, verified candidates who understand the complexities of blockchain technology. By leveraging AI and direct chat-based applications, the platform cuts down time-to-hire while improving quality-of-fit.

“The Web3 space doesn’t move in quarters — it moves in minutes,” says Global Communications Lead at Bossjob. “You need access to talent that’s not just technically capable, but who speaks the language of decentralized ecosystems. Bossjob is here to make those matches fast, efficient, and global.”

Designed for Global Impact

With an existing footprint across Southeast Asia, and North America, and growing traction in Europe, Bossjob is bringing its real-time hiring model to the global Web3 job market. The platform connects employers directly with candidates through instant messaging, which is especially attractive to startups and DAOs looking for agile hiring.

What’s more, Bossjob’s AI-based talent matching helps employees immediately notice the occupations that fit them most in the Recommendation column. Also, once the job seekers set the job preferences, employers can easily preview their technical, cultural, and location info to consider if the candidates are suitable.

As part of this launch, Bossjob has rolled out Web3-focused filters and tags, making it easier for companies to post roles like:

• Blockchain Developer
• Web3 UI/UX Designers
• Web3 Product Manager
• DAO Operators
• Crypto Community Managers

Besides, rising demand from GameFi, DePIN, and zk-rollup projects has also been seen now, which further reinforces the urgency of a platform that understands the nuances of this fast-evolving space.

Setting the Stage for Web3 Workforce Evolution

Bossjob is already trusted by millions of users and hundreds of employers, with hiring success stories spanning tech startups to multinational enterprises. Its commitment to using smart technology to solve hiring inefficiencies has made it a standout choice for companies that prioritize speed, trust, and results. Actively attending various conferences including Web3 industry across Asia, Bossjob will showcase how smart hiring infrastructure is critical for the next generation of decentralized innovation.

As the lines between traditional finance, crypto, and tech continue to blur, talent will be the most valuable currency. Bossjob aims to empower both sides of the hiring equation, helping visionary companies build faster, and enabling future-forward professionals to discover meaningful opportunities in the industries reshaping tomorrow.

altFINS, the leading crypto analytics platform, is proud to welcome Juraj Hric as its new Chief Scientific Officer (CSO). Mr. Hric brings a unique blend of academic expertise, FinTech leadership, and global experience spanning Australia, Hong Kong, and Europe.

Mr. Hric has held senior positions in both academia and industry. He led AI development as CEO of Zyanza, an InvestmentTech platform based in Sydney, and served as Senior Vice President at Macquarie Group, one of Australia’s top investment banks. He also contributes to the FinTech academic scene as an adjunct lecturer at the University of Sydney and UNSW Business School, specializing in financial technology and machine learning.

“Juraj’s deep experience in AI and quantitative finance makes him a perfect fit to lead our AI innovation efforts,” said Richard Fetyko, CEO of altFINS.

Powering the Next Generation of Crypto Tools with AI

During 2025, with Mr. Hric’s leadership, altFINS will be launching a suite of advanced AI-driven features designed to give traders a cutting-edge advantage:

• AI Trading Signals and Automation – data-backed signals and trading algos powered by generative AI models.
• AI Co-Pilot – a conversational interface to help users find trade setups, analyze assets, and navigate the platform using natural language.
• AI Technical Analysis – Automated pattern recognition and price action analysis for smarter trade planning across thousands of assets.
• News Sentiment – Real-time analysis of crypto news and social media sentiment that will feed into trading algos and traders’ decision-making process.
• AI Agent – Personalized portfolio analysis that proactively searches for trading and investment opportunities, risk mitigation strategies, and other timely market insights.
• Scalable social media marketing. Utilizing altFINS’ vast data and content, an AI Agent will identify and share timely market insights on social media networks to create broader awareness of altFINS.

“altFINS has accumulated years of history of trading analytics, on-chain data, news, research, and education content in the crypto domain. I’m excited to help altFINS leverage the latest AI advancements to unlock valuable investment insights and tools for traders,” added Juraj Hric.

These innovations reflect altFINS’ mission to bring institutional-grade trading intelligence to retail and professional crypto traders alike.

About altFINS

altFINS is an analytics platform that calculates over 120 analytics and scans thousands of digital assets to help active traders find trading ideas based on off-chain and on-chain data. They take market noise and turn it into market insights.

PointsKash Inc., has announced the signing of their new agreement with Discover Network, a leading global payments network, to provide PointsKash customers pre-paid loyalty rewards debit cards from its KashPoint ATM/BTM kiosks nationwide.

PointsKash is a fintech company founded and led by former Wall Street executives with extensive experience in the online transactional space. The PointsKash wholly owned subsidiary PKKash leads the PK Family with their all-in-one financial services kiosk (‘KashPoint’) offering consumers the ultimate in convenience, providing the ability to deposit, withdraw, transfer, send and receive funds, pay bills, obtain microloans, buy/sell cryptocurrency, and even secure tickets to events among other services.

PointsKash KashPoint kiosk users will now be able to redeem their accrued loyalty rewards points converted to cash credits issued on Discover Network cards from KashPoint kiosks and redeemable anywhere Discover Cards are honored. This agreement will also allow for these cards to be whitelabeled with the PointsKash corporate identity, helping PointsKash continue to build brand awareness in its pursuit to grow its customer footprint.

“This is a huge win for PointsKash and our growing customer base,” said Steve Janjic, CEO of PointsKash Inc. “And to be one of the first to partner in this manner with Discover Network we believe is testament to the increasing demand for our convenient financial transaction solutions for the underbanked population in our country,” said Janjic.

ABOUT POINTSKASH INC.

PointsKash, Inc. is a disruptive FinTech company that provides convenient, secure, one-stop shopping access through state of the art hardware and software technology for all banking needs including ATM, check cashing, bill payment, microloan provider, money transfer, crypto-currency buy/sell services and a rewards loyalty points program allowing consumers to convert their rewards points from participating companies to cash, cryptocurrency, event ticketing and more, all in one kiosk machine. The PointsKash merchant payment processing services team has over 100 years of combined experience serving small, medium, and enterprise-level businesses, including national convenience store chains, fuel stations, auto dealerships, manufacturers, sporting events, e-gaming organizations, and retailers. PointsKash is headquartered in Boca Raton, Florida.

Crypto exchange Coincall has officially entered the Top 5 global crypto options exchanges by trading volume, marking a major milestone just 18 months after its founding. The achievement highlights the platform’s rapid growth in a sector that’s increasingly drawing both institutional and retail interest.

The surge in performance, according to internal data and third-party analytics, is linked to a successful Q1 strategy that included high-impact marketing campaigns and new product rollouts, in collaboration with notable crypto partners such as SignalPlus, DWF, and Big Candle Capital.

Crypto Options: From Niche Strategy to Core Market Structure

Once reserved for quants and hedge funds, options are now becoming a go-to instrument for crypto-native investors. These contracts give traders the right, but not the obligation, to buy or sell assets at a set price — enabling sophisticated hedging, volatility plays, and directional speculation.

As the broader digital asset market matures, crypto options are increasingly viewed as a critical building block of the financial stack. That narrative hit the mainstream this month when reports emerged of Coinbase being in advanced talks to acquire Deribit, the market’s dominant BTC and ETH options venue, for a rumored $4–5 billion. Although negotiations have since tapered, the message from the market is clear: crypto derivatives are no longer a sideshow — they’re center stage.

Youngest in the Top 5 — and Fastest Rising

Coincall’s breakout is notable not just for its velocity, but for the company’s relative youth. Founded in late 2023, Coincall now ranks among the top exchanges in the space, with it currently 9-10% the size of Deribit.

According to data from Laevitas, Coincall captured an average market share of 5.43% between March 8 and 17, 2025, with a notable peak at 10.15% on March 15. The exchange also saw strong volume days with 9.78% share on March 8 and 6.64% on March 16 — signaling rising momentum and growing competitiveness in the global crypto options landscape.

Coincall’s comparative market share and growth trajectory make it the youngest exchange ever to break into the Top 5, and potentially one of the most viable candidates for acquisition or institutional partnership among rising players. As attention shifts from mature giants to agile challengers, Coincall has positioned itself at the center of that conversation, growing into almost the same market share as industry giant ByBit.

Leadership Backed by Vision

In January, Coincall appointed Daryl Teo — former strategist at Alibaba Group (NASDAQ: BABA) and a long-time investor in the crypto space — as Chief Operating Officer and minority shareholder. He joins CEO Jimmy’s team of executives previously from OKX, Paradigm and Bytedance.

“We’re witnessing crypto achieve consensus-level legitimacy as a store of value,” Teo said. “Options are the next wave — they provide leverage, flexibility, and strategy. Our mission at Coincall is simple: make investing quick, intuitive, and safe — for everyone.”

“Earn While You Trade” feature: Unlocking Yield + Capital Efficiency

Coincall’s latest innovation, Earn While You Trade (EWYT), is designed to eliminate the traditional tradeoff between yield farming and active trading.

With EWYT, users can:

• Earn up to 6.4% APR on USDT holdings
• Access 90% of staked funds as trading margin
• Withdraw funds at any time — no lock-ups
• Increased capital efficiency for active traders

The feature enables users to earn yield on idle capital without forgoing trading activity, offering an alternative approach to capital utilization.

Macro Momentum: Crypto Infrastructure Is Back

Coincall’s rise reflects broader tailwinds in crypto infrastructure. According to PitchBook, $11.5 billion in venture capital was invested into crypto and blockchain startups in 2024 across 2,153 deals — a strong rebound after the prior bear cycle.

“The next phase of crypto will be defined by real infrastructure,” said Teo. “The platforms building with intention, with capital efficiency and user accessibility in mind, will shape the decade ahead.”

About Coincall

Coincall is a next-generation cryptocurrency options exchange founded in 2023, focused on accessibility, capital efficiency, and a seamless trading experience. With deep liquidity, fast execution, and innovative features like Earn While You Trade, Coincall is building the future of digital asset derivatives.

Tandem, the partner studio and venture capital arm of Offchain Labs, today announced a strategic investment in Fhenix, to integrate Fully Homomorphic Encryption (FHE) onto the blockchain ecosystem, including Arbitrum. FHE allows computations on encrypted data without decryption, enhancing security while addressing critical confidentiality issues within the Ethereum network.

The growing demand for privacy positions this partnership to unlock many new use cases that will drive consumer and institutional interest. These include confidential financial transactions, private voting systems, secure data marketplaces, and enhanced identity verification, among others — all while maintaining the core benefits of blockchain technology.

“After building in crypto for over a decade, I came to realize that FHE is the technology best-suited to providing private computation on the blockchain,” said Guy Zyskind, Founder of Fhenix. “I can’t think of better partners to help take FHE mainstream than the team that created interactive fraud proofs for optimistic rollups.”

FHE has previously been viewed as too complex and slow for blockchain implementation, but recent advancements, including breakthroughs by the Fhenix team, have made FHE a practical reality today. This investment underscores Tandem’s commitment to advancing privacy research and facilitating its application within the blockchain ecosystem.

“Privacy remains one of blockchain’s greatest adoption hurdles, particularly for institutional users. Our strategic investment in Fhenix addresses this challenge head-on by bringing FHE capabilities to the blockchain,” said Ira Auerbach, Head of Tandem by Offchain Labs. “This partnership exemplifies Tandem’s commitment to empowering innovations that solve critical Web3 challenges while expanding what’s possible for developers.”

“This investment from and partnership with Tandem by Offchain Labs is a serious vote of confidence from one of the most accomplished and respected teams in the space,” said Guy Itzhaki, CEO of Fhenix. “Together we plan on fulfilling Fhenix’s mission of bringing FHE to everyone, everywhere.”

“FHE is a breakthrough in cryptography that enables blockchain privacy while preserving transparent security,” said Steven Goldfeder, CEO and Co-founder of Offchain Labs. “Once considered to be an academic innovation that was years away from practicality, the Fhenix team has made breakthrough strides in bringing this technology to market. With a dynamic team of leading researchers and developers, Fhenix is well-equipped to pioneer innovation in cryptographic solutions globally and usher in an era of privacy-enabled smart contracts.”

This partnership follows successful investments and studio deals with projects such as Xai, Espresso Systems and Camelot, further expanding and enabling unique and innovative projects to grow successfully with the backing of the experts at Tandem.

About Fhenix

Fhenix brings confidentiality to the EVM via Fully Homomorphic Encryption (FHE), a novel cryptographic scheme that enables computation of encrypted data. Fhenix advances FHE research and creates tools that enable application developers to create encrypted smart contracts using FHE. To learn more, please visit https://www.fhenix.io/

About Tandem

Tandem, the partner studio and venture capital arm of Offchain Labs, is committed to empowering early-stage blockchain projects by providing the resources and expertise needed to overcome crypto’s toughest challenges. Through a unique combination of industry knowledge and access to Offchain Labs’ extensive resources, Tandem offers tailored guidance in research, product development, engineering, and strategic partnerships. Tandem also actively supports growth by participating in funding rounds of projects that are shaping the future of blockchain infrastructure and applications.

About Offchain Labs

Offchain Labs is a venture-backed, Princeton-founded company that has dedicated over six years to blockchain research and development. As the original contributors to Arbitrum, the leading Ethereum scaling solution, and Prysm, the leading consensus client for Ethereum, Offchain Labs has been instrumental in revolutionizing the industry through groundbreaking advancements in blockchain scalability and efficiency. The team continues to build upon this foundation by innovating and enhancing products such as Arbitrum Orbit, Stylus, Prysm, and Arbitrum Nitro.

AegisAI, the modular AI Layer 1 blockchain, has closed its pre-seed round led by IDG Capital, with participation from Flow Traders and NGC Ventures The funding will accelerate its mission to enable the native deployment of AI applications on EVM- and SVM-compatible blockchains, delivering decentralized, censorship-resistant AI operations independent of centralized oversight.

AegisAI’s innovative architecture addresses key technical limitations that have historically hindered the integration of AI into existing blockchain frameworks. By leveraging a network of decentralized resource nodes and a stake-based verification layer, AegisAI empowers EVM/SVM ecosystems to perform sophisticated AI functions—ranging from large language model (LLM) inferences to agent-driven transactions—without dependence on centralized APIs. This design eliminates single points of failure, ensuring that AI outputs are secure, tamper-proof, and governed solely by transparent, code-based protocols rather than corporate or individual influence.

The rebrand represents the culmination of years of development and market observation, positioning Vaulta to harness Bitcoin’s rising global dominance and lay the groundwork for the future of digital finance.

EOS Network, a scalable operating system that powers Web3 banking with fast, low-cost transactions, seamless blockchain connectivity, and decentralized data management, today announced it will rebrand to Vaulta, aligning with a strategic shift to Web3 banking. The official transition, which will include a token swap, is scheduled for the end of May 2025 (subject to confirmation and change).

The transition from EOS to Vaulta signifies the culmination of years of planning and development with the goal of delivering on a promise to build a secure, scalable, and inclusive financial ecosystem. Over the past couple of years, the team has worked towards the goal of integrating Web3 technology with established financial systems to realize the vision of Web3 banking – unlocking the immense potential for assets like Bitcoin and other decentralized technologies.

Yves La Rose, Founder and CEO of Vaulta Foundation, commented: “This transformation represents more than just a name change; it’s a decisive step forward in our mission to deliver open, accessible financial access for everyone. Vaulta is the product of years of planning, strategic development, and thoughtful design, culminating in a holistic Web3 banking approach. Web3 has the potential to reshape global finance and Vaulta is at the forefront of this evolution”

The rebrand will also see the creation of the Vaulta Banking Advisory Council, composed of a team of banking and Web3 experts who will provide expertise on bridging traditional finance with decentralized infrastructure and Web3 systems. This advisory group will assist with a high-level strategy that adheres to global compliance standards and helps to identify key real-world piloting opportunities. The Banking Advisory Council will include several notable thought leaders; Lawrence Truong, Chief Executive Officer – Systemic Trust, Didier Lavalle, Chief Executive Officer – Tetra, Alexander Nelson, Senior Director, Digital Finance – ATB Financial, Jonathan Rizzo, Senior Business Solution Specialist, Digital Finance – ATB Financial.

Alexander Nelson, Senior Director of Digital Finance at ATB Financial commented “Vaulta’s strategic realignment towards Web3 Banking is a significant development for the banking industry. Their robust infrastructure has the potential to connect traditional banking with the benefits of blockchain technology. This move not only opens the door for traditional funds to enter DeFi through Bitcoin but also paves the way for greater institutional acceptance. I’m excited to join the Banking Advisory Council and work together with Vaulta on their next phase of growth.”

Vaulta will seek to revolutionize the financial services industry by acting as a scalable and robust operating system that will power real-world financial applications. The groundwork for this innovation has already been established under the EOS brand through key aspects of the network’s tech stack, including its C++ smart contract architecture, decentralized on-chain RAM database, and its multi-chain interoperability (IBC) environment. Vaulta directly integrates with exSat, a Bitcoin digital banking solution transforming Bitcoin into the backbone of a decentralized financial ecosystem. exSat’s Bitcoin digital banking services complement Vaulta’s BankingOS.

Vaulta will leverage strategic partnerships with multiple industry leaders to drive this new direction, including Ceffu, Spirit Blockchain, and Blockchain Insurance Inc. These partnerships will work to expand the capabilities of Vaulta’s Web3 Banking ecosystem through specific use cases for digital assets, identified as its “Four Pillars”; Wealth Management, Consumer Payments, Portfolio Management, and Insurance. The development of the Four Pillars will allow Vaulta to unlock novel yield-generation opportunities, access to real-world asset (RWA) investments, and establish insurance tailor-made for blockchain.

Vaulta plans to announce further strategic partnerships over the coming months, aligning with ongoing Web3 banking and infrastructure initiatives. The name of the new token ticker and launch of the swap portal is scheduled for the end of May (subject to confirmation and change).

About Vaulta

Vaulta is a highly scalable, high-performance Banking Operating System designed to empower developers and enterprises with unmatched speed, reliability, and flexibility. As a gateway to the Bitcoin ecosystem and a pioneer in decentralized data management through RAM markets, Vaulta is redefining financial infrastructure by bridging Web3 banking with institutional-grade performance. Built on a dynamic and flexible infrastructure, Vaulta enables customizable virtual environments, like Vaulta EVM and exSat, to deliver full data availability and seamless inter-blockchain communication. With zero downtime, instant finality, and one of the lowest transaction costs in the market, Vaulta will unlock the next financial frontier – Web3 Banking.