Weekly News from Polkadot & Kusama #162

1. 21Shares files for spot Polkadot ETF with the US SEC

21Shares has made history by filing for a spot Polkadot ETF, seeking the U.S. SEC’s approval. This move would introduce the 21Shares Polkadot Trust, the first ETF to track the performance of DOT, Polkadot’s native token. Set to trade on the Cboe BZX Exchange, it marks a major milestone in expanding Polkadot’s presence in the US crypto market.

2. SOL trading now live on Hydration Network

Solana (SOL) is now available for trading on Hydration Network, bringing fast and efficient SOL transactions to the platform. Start trading today!

3. Phala Network joins NVIDIA Inception Program

Phala Network is excited to join the NVIDIA Inception Program, marking a major step forward in their mission to bring Confidential AI to Web3. This milestone unlocks access to cutting-edge AI tech, expert support, and ecosystem collaboration, propelling Phala Network to the forefront of trustworthy AI.

4. Turtle integrates Ocelloids for real-time tracking

Turtle from Velocity Labs now leverages Ocelloids in production, enabling real-time on-chain tracking across multiple blockchains. Expect faster response times, reduced costs, and improved transfer tracking — a big step forward for seamless cross-chain monitoring.

5. StellaSwap integrates Snowbridge for wBTC & wETH transfers

StellaSwap now leverages Snowbridge to enable secure and efficient transfers of wBTC and wETH from Ethereum. This integration enhances cross-chain liquidity and accessibility, making asset movement smoother than ever.

6. Inter Miami unveils a new Adidas pink training kit

New season, new threads! Inter Miami has revealed its latest Adidas pink training jersey, featuring Polkadot front as the club’s Global Training Partner.

🔗 More details: intermiamicf.co/PinkTraining

7. Incognitee expands private transactions on Polkadot

Incognitee, the first privacy-enhanced solution for Polkadot, now extends its features to Polkadot Asset Hub. Users can now experience private DOT transactions, encrypted messaging, and anonymous voting, ensuring full confidentiality while maintaining blockchain integrity.

🔗 Try Incognitee for DOT now: app.incognitee.io/dot

8. Token Terminal integrates Energy Web data

Token Terminal has completed the integration of Energy Web, improving the accessibility of Energy Web’s data. This development enables better data-driven decision-making for all stakeholders within the Energy Web ecosystem, bringing valuable insights to the forefront.

9. Energy Web expands to Ethereum as ERC-20

Energy Web Token (EWT) goes multichain, launching as an ERC-20 token on Ethereum. This move enhances accessibility, liquidity, and DeFi adoption, opening doors to DEX trading, CEX integrations, and broader ecosystem participation.

10. LAOS to Moonbeam: HRMP Channel Approved

The proposal to open a one-way HRMP channel from LAOS to Moonbeam Network has passed, allowing LAOS token cross-chain transfers. Full bidirectional functionality awaits Moonbeam’s return channel approval.

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