Check out all the highlights from the Zilliqa ecosystem for September 2024 below.

Strengthening Interoperability with Cardano

We are thrilled to announce a strategic collaboration between Zilliqa Group and Emurgo, the commercial arm of the Cardano blockchain, to enhance interoperability between Zilliqa and Cardano. 

This partnership aims to build seamless bridges between our two ecosystems, allowing greater connectivity for users and developers across both chains. 

Jasper Proto-Testnet Launch

In September, we hit a critical milestone with the launch of the Jasper proto-testnet for Zilliqa 2.0, bringing us closer to full Proof-of-Stake (PoS) consensus. 

The Jasper testnet is designed to test the next-generation features of Zilliqa, including improved scalability, faster block times, and lower latency. We invite developers and validators to participate in the proto-testnet and help us refine the system before the mainnet launch.

Proposing a Halving Mechanism for Mining Rewards

September also saw a proposal introduced to the Zilliqa governance forum which advocated for mining rewards to be halved every month as part of the transition to Proof of Stake with Zilliqa 2.0.

This proposal encourages stakeholders to prioritise and accelerate the migration to PoS while aligning the interests of validators towards adopting this consensus mechanism and allowing resources to be reallocated to strengthen network security and participation.

Showcasing Zilliqa’s Future at Token2049

Zilliqa had a prominent presence at Token2049 Singapore, one of the largest Web3 events in Asia. 

Our team connected with leading industry figures and developers, showcasing our advancements with Zilliqa 2.0 and our vision for the future of Web3. 

It was an incredible opportunity to highlight our ongoing efforts in expanding our ecosystem and deepening our role within the broader blockchain community.

PlunderSwap Goes Live on Jasper

The PlunderSwap decentralised exchange is officially live on the Jasper proto-testnet, bringing early DeFi capabilities to Zilliqa 2.0. 

An AMA was also held with our CEO Matt Dyer and the PlunderSwap team to discuss this exciting development, detailing how the Jasper launch will reshape DeFi on our network.

Catch up on the AMA and read the PlunderSwap announcement.

Pay for Your Next Holiday with $ZIL

We are excited to announce that $ZIL is now supported on Skyscanner and Solartrip, allowing users to pay for flights and holidays with our native token. 

This is a significant step toward driving real-world utility for $ZIL and increasing its accessibility for global users.

AMAs and Community Engagement

This month saw two major AMAs that showcased Zilliqa’s growing ecosystem. 

Zilliqa Head of Business Development for Sports and Gaming Tom Fleetham participated in an AMA hosted by Mobee, sharing insights into Zilliqa’s strategy and upcoming developments. 

Meanwhile, LetsExchange featured an AMA that provided updates on $ZIL listings and our strategy for Zilliqa 2.0.

Upcoming events

The Zilliqa team and Group representatives will be attending the Cardano 2024 Summit in Dubai from 23-24 October, where we will be exploring the opportunities unlocked by the recent initiative to improve interoperability with the Cardano network, enabled by Zilliqa Group's partnership with EMURGO.

October will also see Zilliqa Head of Investor Relations Bradley Laws attending Bitcoin Amsterdam and Head of Product Anton Agafonov representing Zilliqa at Cosmoverse, building relationships across crypto ecosystems in line with our mission to improve interoperability.

The team will also be attending the Future Blockchain Summit in October, where we will be connecting with developers and businesses across the blockchain industry.

Source : Zilliqa - Oct 2, 2024