Weekly News from Polkadot & Kusama #169
1. Hydration is now integrated with Artemis: DeFi meets on-chain analytics
Hydration, the next-gen DeFi protocol on Polkadot, is now integrated with Artemis — a leading analytical web platform. This gives users and analysts a powerful way to track, explore, and understand Hydration’s on-chain performance and growth.
Explore Hydration’s analytics page here: https://t.co/G51Dhd1Ebf
2. Mythos Chain hits ATH in transfers and NFT sales
Mythos Chain is kicking off 2025 with record-breaking momentum:
- 83.9M MYTH daily transfers, an all-time high
- Over $40M in NFT sales in March
This growth reflects strong player engagement and a thriving game economy. With FIFA Rivals and Pudgy Party launching this summer, Mythos is poised to push even higher.
One of 50 Polkadot rollups, Mythos consistently ranks top 3 by activity, outperforming entire altcoin ecosystems.
3. Sports Illustrated & Galactic Markets launch SI Predict on Polkadot’s Truth Network
Sports Illustrated has partnered with Galactic Markets to launch SI Predict, a live sports prediction platform powered by Polkadot’s Truth Network via Aventus.
This innovative app turns sports fans into active participants by letting them predict, trade, and interact with cultural moments happening during live events.
From casual spectators to die-hard fans, users get a dynamic and gamified experience — all built on the secure, scalable tech stack of Polkadot. When top brands need speed, scale, and trust, they’re choosing Polkadot.
4. Polkadot.js gets a makeover: New site, better UX, smarter wallet flow
The revamped Polkadot.js.org is finally here — with a sleek new design and a smarter approach to onboarding. It now directs users to Subwallet and Talisman for desktop, and Nova Wallet for mobile, while keeping the OG polkadot.js wallet as a dev-focused tool.
It’s a long-overdue upgrade for usability — and a sign the ecosystem’s maturing.
5. Energy Web at Token2049 Dubai: Let’s talk EWT!
Catch Energy Web team at Token2049 in Dubai, where they will be diving deep into the world of Energy Web and the future of EWT!
6. Monster Magazine: The first issue is live with all the latest Energy Web news
The first issue of Monster Magazine is out now, packed with all the latest news from Energy Web this month!
This community-driven, interactive magazine is here to bring you the freshest updates. Don’t miss out — check it out now: THEBOMC.COM
7. Kylix Finance hits Milestone 3 of their development roadmap
Kylix Finance has officially completed and received Web3 Foundation approval for Milestone 3 of their development roadmap! This is a significant milestone for their multi-chain, bridgeless lending & borrowing protocol in DeFi.
The team is already working on Milestone 4, and with momentum building, they’re more confident than ever in creating a secure, scalable, and accessible decentralized future.
8. New Subwallet features: Swap DOT with ease
Subwallet has introduced two game-changing features:
- Swap DOT on Polkadot for a wide variety of tokens on Hydration with 1-click convenience
- Swap DOT on Polkadot for stablecoins and other assets via the Polkadot Asset Hub — also with 1-click!
9. Snowbridge successfully tests DOT transfer between Polkadot & Ethereum
The Snowbridge team has successfully tested a $DOT transfer from Polkadot AssetHub to Ethereum, and back!
This marks an exciting milestone as Polkadot native assets are now bridging to Ethereum. Stay tuned for more interoperability breakthroughs!
- Support our Polkadotters 🦐 Shrimp, 🐙 Octopus & 🐬 Dolphin validators on Polkadot and be a part of a more secure Web3 future
- Enhance Polkadot’s governance process by delegating your DOT or KSM to POLKADOTTERS, dedicated community supporters within the Polkadot ecosystem, enabling seamless participation in on-chain governance through Nova wallet or Polkadot Delegation Dashboard
