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Union Labs is a hyper-efficient, zero-knowledge interoperability layer that connects appchains. layer 1 and layer 2 networks.

Kernel is leading the way in restaking on the BNB Chain, which is intended to speed up innovation and ecosystem expansion while offering decentralized shared security.

Ordzaar is the operator of a decentralized Bitcoin marketplace where crypto traders can buy, sell, and exchange ordinals.

Bedrock is a pioneering liquid restaking mechanism in the decentralized infrastructure.

Founded by UCSB professor Yu Feng, Nubit is building the Trustless World Computer for Bitcoin, enabling open scaling and programmability of Bitcoin through Bitcoin-native technology (BitVM, OP_CAT, DA, etc). Nubit lets developers build any native application, onboarding the world to Bitcoin. Backed by Polychain. Learn more at Nubit.org.

Polyhedra Network is an infrastructure company that develops a Web3 infrastructure platform using zero-knowledge-proof protocols. Its platform offers a bridge for cross-chain communication that allows developers to build secure and interoperable applications across layer-1 and layer-2 blockchains.

NFTfi is an NFT collateralized lending marketplace that can use NFT assets as collateral for a loan or lend to other users. It enables NFT holders to borrow cryptocurrency from lenders by using their NFTs as collateral. When they accept a loan offer, the NFT goes into a secure escrow smart contract and receives the wETH, DAI, or USDC from the lender directly to their wallet. To determine whether an NFT is worth a loan, users employ a common practice in the traditional art world in which banks, large galleries, or auction houses offer loans to artists.

Saga.xyz gives visionaries the high-end tools and support they need to turn their blockchain dreams into reality.

Kakarot is a developer of a blockchain virtual machine focused on enhancing the scalability of the Ethereum ecosystem through its zero-knowledge Ethereum Virtual Machine (zkEVM) written in Cairo. The platform utilizes layer two scaling technology, specifically validity rollups, to improve transaction efficiency while ensuring compatibility with existing Ethereum applications. By leveraging stark proofs, Kakarot facilitates provable transactions and blocks, allowing developers to execute smart contracts with a high level of transparency and security. This innovative approach positions Kakarot as a significant contributor to the ongoing evolution of blockchain technology.

IronMill is a Web3 infrastructure provider that specializes in customized integration solutions for program developers. The company has developed a zero-knowledge computing layer that facilitates the easy and scalable construction and deployment of zero-knowledge applications. IronMill offers a hybrid hardware-software platform designed for global-scale deployment of zero-knowledge technology. This platform includes integrated tools that assist clients in building zk applications from the prototype stage to market readiness, ensuring these applications are more secure, scalable, and efficient compared to traditional blockchain solutions.

MetaTrust offers a builder-first web3 security platform for web3 application security scanning. MetaTrust employs a developer-centric approach, combining multiple security scanning engines into a single platform with unprecedented speed and accuracy, securing applications beyond the smart contract layer. MetaTrust evaluates the health of project source code and development events, reviews process quality for contract deployment, and analyzes transaction and token holder distribution using on-chain data from web3 projects.

Tapio Protocol is a synthetic asset protocol that unifies different formats of staking and crowdloan derivatives into an efficient standard. Tapio is powered by the Stable Asset system, which enables efficient trading while minimizing risk by utilizing uniform, closely pegged assets with stable swaps and stable asset capabilities.

Polymer Labs is building the fabric of web3. We're working on an IBC based multi-cluster routing/roll-up protocol providing E2E IBC connectivity across ecosystems.

Spin, founded in June 2021, is a developer of a multichain decentralized exchange (DEX) platform focused on derivatives trading, specifically futures and options. Operating on the NEAR Protocol and Solana blockchains, Spin aims to deliver a user experience comparable to centralized exchanges by utilizing a central limit order book execution model combined with a liquidity pool. The platform offers traders advanced risk management and strategy-building tools, enhancing the efficiency and accessibility of trading for a wide range of users.

Lit Protocol is a decentralized access control infrastructure designed to bring more utility to the web.

Manta Network is focused on creating a secure and interoperable digital ecosystem utilizing Zero-Knowledge technology. It operates a decentralized exchange platform designed to safeguard user privacy and prevent activity tracking. The platform is built on substrate frameworks, offering an easy-to-use and secure protocol that ensures end-to-end anonymity. With capabilities for high throughput and cross-chain interoperability, Manta Network provides customers with a reliable environment for exchanging data securely.

Manta Network is focused on creating a secure and interoperable digital ecosystem utilizing Zero-Knowledge technology. It operates a decentralized exchange platform designed to safeguard user privacy and prevent activity tracking. The platform is built on substrate frameworks, offering an easy-to-use and secure protocol that ensures end-to-end anonymity. With capabilities for high throughput and cross-chain interoperability, Manta Network provides customers with a reliable environment for exchanging data securely.

Coinshift offers a treasury management platform tailored for businesses and decentralized autonomous organizations to efficiently manage their cryptocurrency assets. The platform facilitates collaboration among users, enabling them to approve transactions and execute mass payouts seamlessly. Coinshift's comprehensive solution encompasses cash management, asset management, risk management, and reporting, ensuring users have a secure and transparent way to oversee their digital assets. Additionally, the platform supports data encryption and provides tools for diversification and allocation of idle treasury funds across various decentralized financial protocols, enhancing the overall management and security of cryptocurrency holdings.

Grape Network operates as a DAO infrastructure protocol. Grape Network provides tools for decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs) to help them manage their communities more efficiently.

Zapper is a financial technology platform that simplifies the management of decentralized finance (DeFi) assets through a user-friendly interface. It caters to both newcomers and experienced investors by offering streamlined access to DeFi lending, automated yield farming, and liquidity provision through its unique shortcuts known as Zaps. The platform enhances cryptocurrency asset management by leveraging the principles of open finance, allowing users to efficiently deploy and manage their buy and sell positions while actively participating in the DeFi ecosystem.

Yieldly is a protocol focused on developing a dynamic suite of non-custodial smart contracts on the Algorand blockchain. Its primary offering is a no-loss lottery that allows participants, including holders and projects, to engage in various prize pools. This innovative approach gamifies the saving and holding of cryptocurrency, providing users with the opportunity to win rewards while maintaining their assets. Yieldly aims to democratize liquidity in the decentralized finance (DeFi) space through its unique applications, fostering a community-oriented environment for cryptocurrency enthusiasts.

Esprezzo Dispatch allows enthusiasts, crypto traders and businesses to easily automate workflows using smart contract and DeFi events.

InsurAce is the leading decentralized insurance protocol, providing reliable, robust and secure DeFi insurance services to the DeFi users. InsurAce not only guarantees unbeatable portfolio premiums but also offers sustainable investment returns. We have a unique insurance product, tailored just for your project. From insuring your smart contract against hacks to allowing users to secure their investments against risks. Our community is one of the best in the DeFi space and is a key element to our success. We continue to innovate and improve for them.

Idle is a decentralized protocol focused on automatic asset allocation and aggregation within the interest-bearing tokens economy. It enables users to bundle various crypto-assets, such as ETH, WBTC, and stablecoins, into tokenized baskets that are designed to automatically rebalance according to diverse management strategies. The protocol aims to democratize access to decentralized finance by providing a one-stop source for yield optimization, allowing users to manage their digital asset allocation in a way that aligns with their risk and return preferences. Idle's platform facilitates the creation of portfolios that automatically transfer funds among decentralized finance protocols, ensuring optimal performance while enabling investors to monitor their investments and redeem profits. By offering institutional-grade experiences and developer-friendly infrastructure, Idle seeks to transform the way funds move across financial networks, ultimately redefining the relationship individuals have with their savings.

The team at AlphaWallet is committed to connecting businesses and consumers with the new digital economic infrastructure through tokenisation. Tokenised rights can be traded on the market and integrated across systems, forming a Frictionless Market and allowing limitless integration(Integrating the Web). We provide TokenScript, an open framework which is the “HTML” for tokens and enables developers to make their tokens “smart”. The AlphaWallet app is like the browser for users to access these SmartTokens which are analogous to websites in the web 2.0 world. We see a future that everyone benefiting from technology-enabled free markets.

Taraxa Foundation, established in 2018 and based in Mountain View, California, specializes in a blockchain-based block-lattice topology designed for sharing and trading Internet of Things (IoT) data. The company focuses on creating a public ledger platform specifically for audit logging of informal transactions, enhancing trust and reducing operational friction. Its innovative approach includes the development of smart contracts rooted in software transactional memory and practical light nodes for IoT devices. By providing a secure and efficient infrastructure, Taraxa enables various application platforms to address real-world challenges through better tracking of informal transactions and data management.