Description
Ink is a Layer 2 blockchain built by Kraken powered by the OP Stack. It connects Kraken’s 10+ million users to decentralized finance (DeFi), offering easy access to DEXs, lending, and yield protocols. By joining the Superchain, Inkchain combines Ethereum’s security with Layer 2 scalability for a streamlined DeFi experience.
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Projects

ZNS Connect

ZNS Connect is a decentralized naming system that simplifies blockchain interactions by converting complex addresses into user-friendly, customizable domain names. It enhances security, usability, and accessibility across Web3 platforms by allowing users to create personalized Web3 profiles. The platform integrates with wallets, DEXs, and decentralized applications, making cross-chain interactions seamless. With a focus on user empowerment and sustainable growth, ZNS Connect leverages domain sales, custom creations, and revenue-sharing models to drive adoption, aiming to become a leading player in decentralized domain services.

Onchain Tooling

Dinero

Dinero Protocol is the successor to Redacted Cartel and positions itself as Ethereum’s “yield base-plate.” Its product stack already includes pxETH / apxETH (a two-token liquid-staking pair), the collateral-backed stablecoin pxUSD (in testnet) and a permissionless transaction relayer.

Onchain Tooling

Micro3

Micro3 is a decentralized SocialFi platform that uses a mint-to-earn model to empower Web3 projects and individuals. By leveraging LayerZero and Chainlink, it enables users to earn rewards through social and on-chain quests, driving community engagement and growth. The platform also provides NFT infrastructure services, simplifying the creation, cross-chain transfers, and management of NFTs for creators and projects. Micro3 is self-funded, does not have a formal governance process, and has not yet issued a token.

SocialFi

WheelX.fi

WheelX.fi is a multichain Bridge & Swap platform powered by AI aggregation. It enables users to move and trade assets seamlessly across more than 60 blockchains with optimized transaction routes, low fees, and strong security. The platform is non-custodial, supports a wide range of assets, and is designed for both developers and everyday traders.

DEX

Velodrome

Velodrome Finance is an automated market maker (AMM) and integrates features from Curve, Convex, and Uniswap to establish itself as the primary liquidity hub for OP Mainnet. It boasts unique functionalities like a self-optimizing liquidity flywheel and NFTs representing liquid locked positions, directing 100% of protocol incentives and fees to its voters.

DEX

NFTs2Me

NFTs2Me is a multichain, no-code platform that allows creators to easily build, deploy, and manage NFT collections. It simplifies the entire NFT lifecycle, offering tools for generative art creation, IPFS storage, and customizable minting options. The platform is self-funded, does not have a formal governance process, and has not yet issued a token. NFTs2Me aims to make NFT creation accessible to everyone, regardless of technical expertise.

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Retro Funding: Dev Tooling

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The Retro Funding: Dev Tooling program rewards open-source toolchain software that supports onchain application development on the Superchain, with a budget of up to 8M OP and monthly rewards from March to July 2025.

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Retro Funding: Onchain Builders rewards projects driving cross-chain interoperability on OP Chains, with up to 8M OP

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Gov Fund Incentives S7

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Earn OP and other rewards from top protocols across the Superchain. Browse some of the best opportunities and start earning.

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SuperStacks

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SuperStacks is an experimental pilot campaign designed to show how the Superchain can create a more connected onchain experience.

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Backers & Builders by Kraken & Ink

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Feb 18
Ink

Featured in ETHDenver 2026 Official Side Event Calendar Backers & Builders by Kraken & Ink Feb 18 Wednesday 18 February 12:00 - 17:00 GMT-7 Register to See Address Denver, Colorado Registration Approval Required Your registration is subject to host approval. Welcome! To join the event, please register below. Jash jash@kolektivo.co Request to Join About Event ​Backers & Builders is a curated ETHDenver side event for early-stage and late-stage protocol founders and serious builders, not conference noise.

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Kraken Institutional Forum 2026

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Mar 26

Here's a concise description for the Kraken Institutional Forum 2026: Kraken Institutional Forum 2026 is an invitation-only, executive-level gathering for senior leaders in asset management, hedge funds, and digital asset infrastructure.

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Proof of Liquidity | by Yield Network & InkProof of Liquidity | by Yield Network & InkProof of Liquidity | by Yield Network & InkProof of Liquidity | by Yield Network & InkProof of Liquidity | by Yield Network & Ink

Proof of Liquidity | by Yield Network & Ink

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Invite-only capital formation summit hosted by Yield Network and co-hosted by Ink, Funders VC, DIA, and STS Digital. Curated networking environment for institutional deal flow

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xStocks Hackathon: Market Open

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Three-day builder-focused Hacker House hosted by Kraken for top EVM developers to design and ship xStocks applications. xStocks is Kraken and Backed's next-generation framework for tokenized equities, enabling seamless transfer of real-world assets between centralized and decentralized environments.

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Friends of Magna & Kraken Brunch at ETHCC

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Intimate, application-based brunch hosted by Magna (now powered by Kraken) bringing together curated founders, operators, and investors during EthCC. Relaxed networking space outside conference chaos with direct access to Magna and Kraken teams.

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xStocks Hackathon: Code & Coast Closing Party

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Seaside closing party for the xStocks Hackathon hosted by Kraken. Casual beach soirée with cocktails and good vibes after three days of building on xStocks

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OP Mainnet

OP Mainnet

OP Mainnet, previously known as Optimism, is a Layer 2 scaling solution built on top of Ethereum. It utilizes optimistic rollups to provide faster and cheaper transactions while maintaining the security of the Ethereum mainnet.

General
Unichain

Unichain

Unichain is an L2 purpose-built for DeFi, exclusively on the OP Stack. Unichain is part of the Superchain’s path to interoperability, and will support ERC20s that are Superchain interop compatible. Uniswap Labs is also working with Flashbots to develop a new TEE-based block builder that reduces Unichain confirmation times from 1 second to 250 milliseconds.

Finance
Soneium

Soneium

Soneium is a Layer 2 blockchain developed by Sony Block Solutions Labs, a joint venture between Sony Group and Startale. Designed to bridge Web2 and Web3, Soneium aims to create a versatile, developer-friendly ecosystem that empowers creativity and innovation. It provides a scalable, accessible platform for developers, creators, and communities, enabling them to build and deploy applications that blend entertainment, gaming, finance, and more.

Creator
Mode

Mode

Mode Network is a Layer 2 solution built using the OP Stack, designed to foster growth and collaboration within the DeFi space. As a part of the Superchain, Mode aims to create an ecosystem where developers and users are rewarded for their contributions, enhancing the overall network's scalability and efficiency.

Finance