Metal X is a DEX developed by Metallicus, allowing users to trade digital assets without a central authority, enhancing control and security over funds and private keys. It uses Metallicus-wrapped xTokens for cross-chain trading across different blockchain networks. Metal X lacks a formal governance process and does not currently have a token. In 2023, Metallicus completed its Series B funding for an undisclosed amount.
FxHash stands out in the generative art space by providing a user-friendly platform for artists, collectors, and curators to engage with generative art. Unlike other platforms, it does not have its own token, focusing instead on enabling the creation, sale, and collection of unique NFTs. Governed solely by its core team without a formal governance structure, FXhash prioritizes direct oversight and decision-making. The project has garnered significant support, raising $5 million in seed funding led by 1kx and supported by various notable entities
Layer Bank is a noncustodial on-chain lending protocol aiming to be a liquidity hub for EVM-based Layer 2 networks, offering users control over their funds with attractive decentralized market interest rates. Its tokenomics, centered around the $LAB stake, include yield boosting, revenue sharing, and a buyback and burn mechanism to support long-term growth. While governance is currently centralized with decisions made by the LayerBank team, the project has received funding from Manta Network to enhance security and expand its ecosystem.
