1. OpenSea Launches Next-Gen NFT Market Protocol Seaport 1.6
OpenSea introduced Seaport 1.6, an advanced NFT marketplace protocol for the EVM ecosystem, featuring Seaport hooks enabled by Ethereum's Dencun upgrade. These hooks allow developers to build scalable NFT utility and liquidity apps, with the first application expected in April.
2. Worldcoin Adopts Personal Data Self-Custody
Worldcoin now enables personal custody, storing biometric data (e.g., images, metadata) on users' devices. Users control this data—deleting or encrypting it—addressing privacy concerns raised by global regulators. The project adheres to strict data laws and bans minors from participation.
3. Base Chain DEX Volume Hits Record $359M Amid Memecoin Boom
Base’s DEX trading volume surged 53% to $359M on March 20, driven by memecoin activity. Uniswap dominated 76% of transactions. Gas usage peaked at 478.24 ETH, with 46.4K active addresses—12.96K being new users.
4. Friend.Tech Allocates VC Points to Community
The Base-based social protocol friend.tech redistributed VC-held points to users, ensuring 100% community ownership of chain-based rewards. Its token OTC price hit $5, reflecting strong demand.
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5. Ether Fi Airdrop Goes Live, Allocating 11% of Token Supply
Ether Fi’s airdrop launched on March 18, distributing 6% of ETHFI tokens in Phase 1 and 5% in Phase 2. Tokens are claimable within 90 days, with full distribution by 2030. Binance lists ETHFI’s circulating supply at 115M tokens.
6. $100M Gaming Fund by Immutable & Polygon Labs
The Inevitable Games Fund (IGF) will invest in Web3 game studios and infrastructure, managed by King River Capital. Immutable hosts 270+ blockchain games, which secured $17M in 2023 funding.
7. Jupiverse Growth Fueled by $10M USDC + 100M JUP
JUP DAO allocated funds to accelerate ecosystem development, drawn from revenue and community reserves. The treasury will support public goods and platform expansion.
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8. Solana’s Slerf Accidentally Burns $10M Presale Tokens
Memecoin Slerf mistakenly destroyed its LP and airdropped tokens, leaving investors uncompensated. Despite this, its market cap hit $612M, ranking it among top memecoins. A community-led refund initiative raised 4K SOL for partial reimbursements.
9. Floki to Offer Regulated Digital Bank Accounts
Floki plans to provide banking services using FLOKI tokens, with multi-currency support (USD/EUR/GBP) and debit cards. Licensed partners in five countries will facilitate compliance.
10. CZ’s GiggleAcademy: Free Gamified Education
Former Binance CEO CZ announced GiggleAcademy, a no-revenue project offering adaptive K-12 learning via game mechanics. The team is hiring for roles directly collaborating with CZ.
FAQs
Q: What are Seaport hooks?
A: They’re modular tools letting developers customize NFT trading logic, similar to Uniswap v4’s hooks.
Q: How does Worldcoin’s self-custody work?
A: Biometric data stays on users’ devices, deletable anytime—enhancing privacy control.
Q: Why did Slerf’s value rise post-burn?
A: Scarcity from the burn and community support drove speculative interest, boosting its market cap.
Q: When can I claim Ether Fi’s airdrop?
A: Within 90 days of March 18; tokens unlock gradually until 2030.
Q: Is Floki’s banking service live?
A: Not yet—it’s in development through licensed partners in select countries.
Q: What’s GiggleAcademy’s revenue model?
A: It’s entirely free, funded by CZ, with no ads or subscriptions.
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