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.
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.
Comet Protocol is a cross-chain communication aggregator designed to seamlessly connect Ethereum, Bitcoin, and other Layer 1 blockchains. Inspired by the enduring nature of comets, the protocol aims to enable secure, continuous, and uninterrupted asset transfers across multiple blockchain networks. Its mission is to foster an interconnected and scalable blockchain ecosystem, breaking down barriers between isolated networks to accelerate decentralized finance adoption. The project is currently self-funded and does not have a formal governance process in place. Comet Protocol has not yet issued a token, with the tokenomics still in development.
Zapper is an onchain explorer that helps users manage their crypto and NFTs and discover new opportunities across multiple chains. Its mission is to make blockchains readable to everyone, creating universal access towards economic freedom. Zapper has no formal governance process or native token. It has raised $16.5m across two funding rounds.
Zerion is a non-custodial, open-source cryptocurrency wallet designed to serve as a comprehensive gateway to decentralized finance (DeFi) and non-fungible tokens (NFTs). It enables users to securely store, manage, and interact with digital assets across multiple blockchain networks, offering features such as portfolio tracking, trading, and connectivity with various decentralized applications (dApps).
USDT0 is an omnichain version of Tether’s USD₮ stablecoin, launched on 16 January 2025 in partnership with LayerZero Labs. It uses the LayerZero Omnichain Fungible Token (OFT) standard and a lock-and-mint design: USD₮ is locked on Ethereum and the same amount of USDT0 is minted on the destination chain, so parity is always 1 USDT0 = 1 USD₮.
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.
Retro Funding: Onchain Builders rewards projects driving cross-chain interoperability on OP Chains, with up to 8M OP
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.
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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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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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