Stader Update - Record-Breaking Launch on NEAR Blockchain
Press Release • October 11, 2022
Stader Labs is a multi-chain liquid staking solution with a vision to empower 1Bn+ users to earn passive income through its staking infrastructure. Having launched on the erstwhile Terra in the November of 2021, Stader reached $1Bn+ in TVL with ~35000 wallets staking with it during its peak. The start-up then took a strategic decision to diversify across other Layer 1 blockchains too. As of today, the protocol is present across 6 major blockchains (Hedera, Polygon, Bnb, NEAR, Fantom, Terra 2.0) with $150Mn+ in TVL and 70K+ wallets that have staked with it.
Last month, on September 16th , Stader launched its upgraded NearX on the NEAR Blockchain. The upgraded NearX comes with a best-in-class multilayer security program including:
Three full audits by leading cybersecurity firms - Halborn, Blocksec and Osec- Bug Bounty in collaboration with Immunefi with upto $1Mn in rewards
- Collaboration with Prometheus, the premium monitoring and alerting system to enable
- Tracking of all relevant metrics for $NearX across Stader Dapp and Dex’s
- Instant alerts to developer slack channels for faster responsiveness
- Enhanced internal testing with additional unit and integration tests
- Smart contract upgrades such as multi-sig led pause functionality to protect user funds in emergency situations
NearX has received an overwhelming response from the Near community and is currently standing strong at ~$6.5 Mn TVL with a boosted staking APY of ~25% (About 2.5X of the return on native staking). NearX is currently live with a NearX<>Near LP on REF and Jumbo. NearX is also live on two orderbook Dex’s - Tonic (NearX<>Near pair) and Spin (NearX<>USDC pair). The upcoming weeks will further see the NearX<>Near LP on Trisolaris; NearX being listed as a collateral on Burrow and NearX integration with Fluxus Finance on NEAR protocol. It will soon be available at Oin Finance too.
Some interesting updates on these integrations are as follows:
- The NearX<>Near liquidity pool on REF crossed $2Mn in liquidity in less than 24 hours of launch. Powered by dual incentives, the current APR on the LP is ~15%
- The NearX<>Near LP on Jumbo became the biggest pool on Jumbo Exchange within 5 hours of being live. As of now, the pool is ~$600K in LP size with ~20% APR
In addition to the boosted staking APY and dual incentives on the LPs, Stader.Near is offering up to $11000 in rewards through exciting competitions. These include:
Staking Competition: Users with a minimum stake of 500 NEAR stand to earn additional 50 NEAR in rewards.- Gleam Competition: This competition is targeted at users cross-platform. Users can enter with a stake as small as 10 NEAR and need to complete a series of activities. Lucky winners get a flat 10% of their stake as rewards.
- Giveaway with KOLs: Giveaways were done with 6 key NEAR & cross-chain KOLs to create buzz about NearX and shore up interest in the same. Prize pot for the same has been earmarked at $900.
- Guild Wars: Guilds are a basic building block on NEAR intended to foster a sense of community & bonding. Guild Wars gives them a competitive edge with members staking & pledging their allegiance to a guild. Guilds with top stakers win awards across weeks. The month-end bumper prize brings total prize pot to $3000.
- Trading Tournament on Spin Finance: The NearX<>USDC pair on Jumbo will go live with a trading tournament on October 18th with a total prize of $2000
The Stader team is further working towards launching on Aurora by the last week of October, 2022. On Aurora, $NearX will be integrated with Trisolaris, Bastian, Bluebit and Pink Pea.
For the Stader team, however, this is just the beginning. Their goal is to make NearX the go-to token on NEAR by unlocking limitless possibilities through DeFi integrations. As the first multi-chain protocol to bring liquid staking to NEAR, Stader will bring its cross chain expertise and help strengthen the NEAR staking ecosystem. It will further bring a whole host of yield generation possibilities across NEAR and Aurora backed by $SD (Stader’s native token) rewards. Also, Stader will support decentralization of $NEAR as users will stake with a carefully selected set of best performing yet low voting power validators.
NEAR’s scalability, sustainability and cost effectiveness position it as one of the leading blockchains of the future and promising Web 3.0 protocols such as Stader Labs will play a pivotal part in this growth story!
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Talisman , a leading multichain self-custody wallet, today announced its roadmap to become the world’s leading Decentralized Finance-AI (DeFAI) wallet. By embedding crypto AI agents directly into the wallet, Talisman will transform wallets from passive stores of value into active engines of growth, while keeping users in full control. This shift enables everyone, from beginners to advanced traders, to automate strategies, access cross-chain yields, and grow their portfolios without navigating the complexities of DeFi. As one of the leading wallets in Bittensor TAO and other AI-native networks, and with more than 155k active users and support for more than 900 chains across EVM and Solana, Talisman is uniquely positioned to help users to explore, enter, and manage cross-chain yield opportunities. This strong foundation sets the stage for the next phase of agentic DeFi. Turning Assets into Action Until now, most wallets have served primarily as storage, offering limited opportunities to earn on self-custodied assets. Generating returns demands deep expertise and attention. Talisman changes that with its upcoming suite of AI-driven portfolio automation tools, built directly into the wallet. To support this evolution, a new native token will also be launched, designed to coordinate agent activity and enrich the user experience, with details to follow. “In 2025, just holding and trading tokens isn’t enough anymore. People want to put their assets to work. The problem is, most DeFi strategies are still way too complicated or time consuming,” Zerobit, CEO of Talisman said. “With Talisman, we want to change that, to make it possible for anyone, no matter their level of experience, to tap into the same kind of degen-level opportunities the pros are chasing.” The first milestone on Talisman’s upgrade roadmap is the launch of a DeFi portfolio feature that provides users with a unified, cross-chain view of their holdings across Ethereum, Bittensor, Solana, and beyond, directly within the wallet. This unification is more than a usability upgrade: it marks the beginning of a shift from passive storage to active, yield-generating portfolios. The Path to Agentic DeFi Talisman’s roadmap outlines a clear progression toward agentic DeFi. Following today’s launch of cross-chain portfolio tracking, the next phases will deliver increasingly powerful automation and intelligence directly within the wallet: Phase 1 (Live Today): DeFi tab with unified, cross-chain portfolio tracking Phase 2 (Q4 2025): One-click earning and yield optimization tools Phase 3 (Early 2026): Full DeFAI dashboard and agent marketplace By early next year, users will be able to deploy autonomous AI agents directly from their wallet. These agents will execute personalized strategies, optimize yield, and adapt to market conditions, fundamentally redefining the capabilities of a crypto wallet. A New Era of Wallet Intelligence With this launch, Talisman becomes the first self-custody wallet to embed crypto AI agents directly into the wallet experience, where anyone can access automated yield strategies and advanced DeFi tools without giving up control of their assets. The roadmap aims to deliver institutional-grade performance to millions of users worldwide, while staying true to the core Web3 principle of self-sovereignty. “Web3 is the default economy of the new future, and every wallet should be equipped to provide the best multichain yield opportunities across DeFi, while remaining fully self-custodial,” Will Deeb, COO of Talisman added. Talisman’s Quest program is also ongoing. Download Talisman to complete tasks, participate in wallet mining, and climb the ranks. With major rewards on the horizon, it’s not too late to get involved, points collected now could prove valuable as Talisman enters its next chapter. About Talisman Talisman is a multichain wallet and Web3 gateway designed to empower users with secure, intuitive access to decentralized finance. Built on the principles of ownership, transparency, and performance, Talisman combines cutting-edge infrastructure with user-centric design to unlock the full potential of crypto assets. It is pioneering the next evolution of wallet technology through its Decentralized Finance-AI (DeFAI) roadmap. For inquiries, contact: media@talisman.xyz
Mevolaxy has confirmed its role as a sponsor for the international TOKEN2049 conference. This premier event in the digital assets industry is held annually in Singapore, attracting tens of thousands of participants from around the globe. At the conference, Mevolaxy will host a kiosk where attendees can discover up-to-date information on the platform's capabilities, discuss Mevstake technology-related issues, and learn more about its available solutions. The booth will be open throughout the entire event, ensuring all visitors have the opportunity to get their questions answered and see how Mevolaxy is evolving within the global market. TOKEN2049 is long-established as a key gathering for the professional community. It serves as a forum for discussing the latest trends in blockchain and Web3 and for forging new partnerships. For Mevolaxy , participating in TOKEN2049 is a chance to showcase its solutions and engage with industry professionals. The conference will provide a platform to discuss the latest trends and establish new business connections. Through its sponsorship and dedicated booth, the company will effectively present its technology and maintain an open dialogue with market participants.
Lowkick Studio has officially announced the launch of the $SHARDS token, the core of its upcoming Web3 MMORPG, WorldShards . The token generation event (TGE) coincides with listings on top-tier exchanges, beginning with Bybit and Binance Alpha. The event comes as the game transitions from Early Access toward a full PC release. The milestone is being marked with a 30-day free trial. Players who remain active for at least 25 days during the trial will secure permanent game access. This will set the stage for WorldShards’ next growth phase. A Fair Launch for a Player-Driven Economy The team working on the project is using what they call a "100% fair launch model" for $SHARDS. The project will not give any tokens to the development team or early investors. The distribution is meant to put players at the center of this game world. Over half of the tokens (60%) will be used for game rewards, and 25% will fuel the ecosystem development. The other 15% will be used for marketing and community growth. All allocations have a 6-year vesting period, which is a popular strategy in crypto to bring long-term platform sustainability. It is also important to mention that $SHARDS plays a central role in the WorldShards economy. Gamers can use it for crafting and get upgrades or rare NFTs. Token transactions are allowed and encouraged within the project’s ecosystem. Strong Early Momentum Even before its token launch, WorldShards has demonstrated significant traction in the blockchain gaming sector: Over $8.9 million in NFT sales. More than 400,000 people joined the WorldShards community. Users spent over 3.1 million hours playing the game. The project has also gained industry recognition. In fact, it was named “Most Anticipated Blockchain Game (2025)” and got the Best Game Design (2025) award from PlayToEarn.com. A Distinctive Gameplay Model WorldShards has the depth of a traditional MMORPG and lets players own things through blockchain. Players can explore, craft, fight in PvE battles, live on their own island, and own digital assets that last forever. The whole game takes place in Murrlandia, a magical sandbox world. Here are some of the project’s features: Players will be able to own digital land. There are crafting and economy systems that are linked to $SHARDS. To celebrate the TGE, developers enabled a token drop for every player with full access (no gear charge required). By using blockchain, players can prove that they own items and assets. The feature adds both economic and cultural value to the community. About WorldShards WorldShards is a sandbox MMORPG developed by Lowkick Studio in Abu Dhabi. This is a group of industry veterans who have worked at Wargaming, Mail.ru, Astrum Online, and more. Collectively, the team has contributed to games reaching more than 300 million players worldwide. The project is backed by Open Loot (creators of Big Time) and supported by Abu Dhabi Gaming. This project strongly relies on blockchain integration, mixing MMO elements with Web3 digital ownership. As mentioned, the whole ecosystem relies on the $SHARDS token to function. WorldShards has already achieved significant adoption in the Early Access phase. At this point, the team is preparing for global expansion with PC and mobile releases. Anyone curious about WorldShards and its upcoming token launch can refer to the official website of the project . Furthermore, the social media pages below are a good place to keep in touch with the team. X (Twitter) | Telegram | Discord | Steam
World of Dypians ($WOD) , a revolutionary MMORPG available on Epic Games, has received the YouTube Gold Award for surpassing 1 million subscribers on the platform. WoD is the first Web3 gaming project to reach this impressive landmark. In another historic event, World of Dypians announced its official launch on Binance Alpha. This pivotal milestone in the game’s stellar development means that $WOD is only a few steps away from a full Spot listing on Binance, the world’s largest crypto exchange by trading volume. The World of Dypians continues its journey to global recognition by making steady progress in various areas of its expanding ecosystem. On September 3, 2025, WoD received a precious YouTube Gold Award for amassing 1 million subscribers on YouTube. World of Dypians has been on YouTube since the game’s early days in 2020. In the past five years, WoD attracted a solid community with top-quality content, including sneak previews of the game’s features, treasure hunts, and development milestones. Some clips depict the developers’ monumental work in fusing advanced AI mechanisms with classic MMORPG gameplay to create an immersive virtual world. World of Dypians is one of the fastest-growing projects in the Web3 gaming industry. It accounts for 4 million monthly active users and a loyal global community of over 2.5 million members. The game caters to gamers and crypto enthusiasts by delivering a unique playing experience that seamlessly blends AI, NFTs, and DeFi features. To date, World of Dypians has processed over 580 million on-chain transactions. Binance Alpha is a relatively new platform within the Binance Wallet, spotlighting the most promising early-stage crypto projects in the Web3 ecosystem. The platform, launched at the end of 2024, aims to bring more transparency to the token consideration process for Binance Exchange listings. Binance Alpha ensures that only high-performing tokens with solid community interest, increasing traction, and a proven track record enter this program. Launching on Binance Alpha is confirmation that World of Dypians is more than just an up-and-comer. This step forward puts WOD on a clear trajectory toward a Spot listing on Binance, which will increase liquidity and give game access to a broader audience, among numerous other opportunities for players and investors. Binance announced WOD’s launch on Binance Alpha on its official X account on August 31, 2025. As part of the launch, World of Dypians and Binance also revealed an Alpha Product Calendar Launch, including 6 new products. Two of the six new products have been released to date: Question of the Day This product is a daily AI-powered challenge testing the users’ knowledge of the BNB Chain ecosystem. Question of the Day aims to engage and challenge the community in an educational way. The "Keep Building" Program This product is powered by the BNB Chain and seeks to help projects launch and grow without barriers. The program brings seamless integration into World of Dypians and premium in-game features. It caters to a global network of players and partners, providing them with the necessary creative freedom to express their brands and accelerate growth. About World of Dypians World of Dypians (WoD) is a standout MMORPG in the Web3 gaming industry with the potential to surpass billions of dollars in market capitalization. The game combines stunning graphics with social engagement and rewarding competitions. Players can dive into a limitless virtual world where they can explore, interact, complete quests, and engage in thrilling battles. WoD sits at the intersection of DeFi and the metaverse space, harnessing the best of both worlds to create a unique user experience. Building a solid YouTube community of over 1 million subscribers is proof that World of Dypians is an increasingly popular brand in the Web3 gaming landscape and beyond. The recent launch on Binance Alpha is only the latest in a long series of remarkable developments for World of Dypians. It is also a reward for the WoD community's growing presence, its loyal support, and ongoing on-chain activity. You can learn more about World of Dypians at these links: WoD Website | X (formerly Twitter) | Discord | Telegram | GitHub | YouTube | Download on Epic Games |
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