Weekly News from Polkadot & Kusama #154

1. Mythical Games unveil FIFA Rivals: A new era of blockchain gaming is coming in 2025

FIFA Rivals, a new groundbreaking blockchain game by FIFA and Mythical Games, has been announced at the GAM3 Awards and is set to launch in 2025. Built on Polkadot and powered by Mythos, FIFA Rivals promises a revolutionary football gaming experience.

Players can build and manage teams while exploring new blockchain-driven features. Football fans, get ready to redefine your gaming journey with FIFA Rivals! ⚽

2. DOT inflation rate drops below 8%

Polkadot’s inflation rate has fallen below 8%, signaling a steady trend toward long-term sustainability. As the network matures, the inflation rate is designed to approach 0% over time, reflecting a deflationary trajectory that aligns with economic stability and value preservation for $DOT holders. This shift underscores Polkadot’s commitment to balancing network rewards with a sound tokenomics model, paving the way for a more robust and sustainable blockchain ecosystem.

3. LAOS token is live, listed on MEXC & Bit2Me: Revolutionizing Digital Asset Creation Across Blockchains

The $LAOS token is officially live, marking a milestone for the Universal Layer-1 network designed to transform digital asset creation — the Laos Network.

With LAOS, users can mint NFTs 100x cheaper than other blockchains and create dynamic, tradable assets across EVM chains.

You can also stake LAOS to support network security, and stay updated by adding it to your CoinMarketCap watchlist.

Explore limitless asset creation with LAOS’s Bridgeless Minting technology.

4. Nova Wallet welcomes Incognitee for privacy-enhanced token transfers

Incognitee, a new privacy-focused DApp by Integritee, is now available in the Nova Wallet DApp catalog. This addition enables seamless, privacy-enhanced transfers of any fungible token within the Polkadot ecosystem. Nova Wallet continues to expand its offerings, delivering innovative tools for users that prioritize security and anonymity. Experience the future of private transactions by downloading Nova Wallet today at novawallet.io.

5. Polkadot Academy’s PBA-X: Your gateway to Web3 education

Polkadot Academy introduces PBA-X, an online course designed to deliver top-tier Web3 education. This new format provides a high-quality curriculum for beginners while fostering a global learning community.

Whether you’re new to blockchain or eager to expand your knowledge, PBA-X offers an accessible way to explore Web3 opportunities. Learn more about how Polkadot Academy is scaling Web3 education at polkadot.com/blog.

6. Frequency tech and Project Liberty honored by Fast Company for transparency efforts

Fast Company has spotlighted Frequency technology and Project Liberty as part of the Next Big Things in Tech Awards. Recognized for advancing transparency in social media, Project Liberty joins a distinguished group of innovators reshaping technology.

This achievement underscores their commitment to creating a decentralized and transparent digital ecosystem, driving meaningful change in the social media landscape.

7. aZen protocol migrates 30,000-device DePIN from Solana to peaq

aZen Protocol, with over 30,000 devices in its Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Network (DePIN), is migrating from Solana to launch natively on peaq. By leveraging peaq’s Modular DePIN Functions, peaq ID, and enterprise network, aZen aims to scale its mission of rewarding users for sharing spare resources across devices.

Backed by grants from Alibaba Cloud and AWS, and awards from NVIDIA and AMD, aZen’s future looks brighter than ever.

8. Apillon launches Embedded Wallet SDK on Product Hunt, simplifying Web3 onboarding

Apillon’s Embedded Wallet SDK is now live on Product Hunt, promising to streamline Web3 onboarding with a Web2-like experience.

With minimal coding, developers can enable one-click wallet setup through email, social, or passkey logins. Designed for seamless blockchain adoption, this SDK makes Web3 accessible to everyday users. Check it out, join the discussion, and show your support with an upvote: Explore Here.

9. Astar unveils Evolution 1.5: Interoperability, Superchain, and decentralized governance

Astar Network introduces Evolution 1.5, transforming beyond a blockchain into a collective driving Web3 growth. Anchored by full interoperability with Soneium, integration with the Superchain and Ethereum ecosystems, and decentralized governance, Astar empowers ASTR holders with new opportunities.

From supporting DeFi and dApps in Soneium to staking across Polkadot, Astar’s roadmap for 2024–2025 focuses on expanding $ASTR’s utility, real-world adoption, and governance-driven innovation for a thriving Web3 future.

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