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What is Ink? Kraken’s Ethereum layer-2 blockchain

Key takeaways Ink is an Ethereum Layer 2 blockchain built by the crypto exchange Kraken on Optimism's OP Stack, and part of the Superchain network of interoperable chains. It is built specifically for DeFi, with roughly one-second blocks, sub-cent fees paid in ETH, and lending and trading apps live from day one. The INK token, capped at one billion units, is distributed to early users through an airdrop rather than sold first, reflecting a liquidity-first design. In this article An exchange steps onchain Ink at a glance How Ink came to be How does Ink work?

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Team Behind Top Lending Protocol Launches Suilend on Sui

Suilend, the first venture of Solend outside the Solana ecosystem, launches on Sui Network, aiming to leverage Sui's technology for advanced DeFi lending protocols and...

11 March 2024 By ChainWire Press Releases

Zircuit Staking Program Breaks $500M TVL And Adds Ethena Integration

Zircuit, a zk rollup, announced its staking program surpassed $500M in TVL, aiming to exceed major blockchains at launch. It integrates Ethena next, enhancing its...

7 March 2024 By ChainWire Press Releases

Scaling DeFi Efficiency: Brahma Console Leads Safe Deployment on Blast L2!

Brahma announces the deployment of Console on Blast L2, enhancing DeFi efficiency with secure, scalable on-chain operations, leveraging Safe's self-custodial layer.

1 March 2024 By Blockspot Publications Press Releases

Zircuit, New ZK-Rollup Focused on Security, Launches Staking Program

Zircuit Staking launched, amassing over $129M TVL in

24 February 2024 By ChainWire Press Releases

Enhancing DeFi: Equalizer Introduces New Meta Aggregator and Airdrop Explorer Services

Equalizer announces the launch of Meta Aggregator and Airdrop Explorer, enhancing its DeFi platform. These features aim to simplify token swaps, bridge services, and maximize...

6 February 2024 By ChainWire Press Releases

Lista DAO Unveils Cosmic Adventure Challenge and Rebrand in Strategic Push

Lista DAO introduces Cosmic Adventure Challenge & lisBNB, revolutionizing DeFi with gamified engagement and a tokenized BNB stablecoin. Participants can earn rewards and contribute to...

6 February 2024 By ChainWire Press Releases

Sui’s Astounding DeFi Growth Continues into 2024 as TVL Breaks the $500M Barrier

Kodiak announces a $2 million seed financing round to develop Berachain's native liquidity hub, aiming to scale its DEX and enhance trading products.

5 February 2024 By ChainWire Press Releases

Flipster Launches New Earn Pool Feature Allowing Users to Earn Up To 10K USDT Daily on Their Crypto

Flipster announces its Earn Pool campaign, allowing users to earn up to 10K USDT daily on idle funds starting February 1st, 2024.

1 February 2024 By ChainWire Press Releases

Sui Blasts into DeFi Top 10 as TVL Surges Above $430M

Sui's TVL has surged over 1000%, surpassing $430M and entering the top 10 blockchains as on-chain activity explodes with 1200% growth.

30 January 2024 By ChainWire Press Releases

Sui Tops $300M in TVL, Passes Bitcoin and Joins Upper Echelon of DeFi Protocols

Sui, a Layer 1 blockchain, witnesses a 2000% increase in TVL, surpassing $300M and ranking 13th in DefiLlama's leaderboard. Achievements like 297,000 TPS and adoption...

16 January 2024 By ChainWire Press Releases

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