Technology iteration wave: leading projects focusing on major upgrades, infrastructure continues to be strengthened
In August, Web3 underlying technology tracks saw a cluster of updates. Multiple public chains and infrastructure projects kicked off major core upgrades, continuously optimizing on-chain performance, developer experience, and ecosystem security. Several heavy-weight features were officially launched on mainnets.
▶ Chainlink launches TWAP mainnet price feeds, DeFi precision fully upgraded
On August 2, oracle leader Chainlink officially launched a TWAP (time-weighted average price) mainnet price feed service. This feature can effectively avoid issues such as short-term price spikes and DeFi liquidations caused by sudden market anomalies, as well as price misjudgments. It provides DEX, lending protocols, and derivatives projects with more stable, accurate, manipulation-resistant on-chain price data, significantly improving the security and stability of the DeFi ecosystem—one of the key infrastructure upgrades for DeFi recently.
▶ Key upgrade window across multiple public chains in August
Solana Alpenglow upgrade: As the 2026 Solana core version update, it will focus on optimizing network congestion, lowering transaction fees, and further strengthening its position as the RWA tokenization-oriented core public chain;
MultiversX August 6 version upgrade: Focuses on on-chain compute optimization and upgrades to cross-chain interaction capabilities, improving the ecosystem’s adaptability across multiple scenarios; Zano hard fork No. 6 (8.25-8.27): Optimizes the privacy transaction mechanism, strengthening the security and compliance balance of anonymous asset trading; Velo Orbit Plus system major update: Fully optimizes system operating efficiency and user operation experience. The official advises users to back up wallet recovery phrases in advance to ensure asset safety.#加密市场观察

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Apple officially integrates Bitcoin payments, a key turning point for commercialization in the crypto space
Recently, major news came from overseas media. Apple Pay has already been connected to a Bitcoin payment channel, and the rollout is realized through the BitPay wallet. This move directly breaks the long-standing barrier between mainstream consumer terminals and crypto assets, sending a tangible positive signal to the entire crypto market.
According to CNMO industry information, US BitPay wallet users can now link their accounts to Apple Wallet. For offline stores, online shopping malls, and various app consumption scenarios, users can directly pay with Bitcoin. In addition to Bitcoin, this payment channel also supports Ethereum, Bitcoin Cash, and multiple compliant stablecoins, covering major crypto assets.
BitPay officials also revealed expansion plans, expecting to complete adaptation for Google Pay and Samsung Pay by the end of March. This means that mainstream payment channels in the Android camp will also gradually open up crypto settlement. Industry estimates suggest that once this payment system is fully rolled out, it could unlock more than $40B in incremental transaction volume.
The impact of this matter on the crypto space goes far deeper than it may seem on the surface.
First, cryptocurrencies are no longer confined to speculation within exchanges. They have officially entered mainstream everyday consumption scenarios, greatly reducing the entry barrier for ordinary users, and expectations of incremental capital flowing in continue to heat up.
Second, Apple, as a global top-tier tech giant, indirectly endorses the crypto payment model, which will significantly ease market concerns about regulation. Institutional investors’ willingness to allocate to digital assets will further increase.
Third, the practical value of stablecoins is amplified. As real demand for on-chain payments rises, it will help the entire public chain sector’s ecosystem activity rebound.
However, it’s also important to view market volatility rationally. The entry of big players is a long-term industry positive, but in the short term, the trading landscape will still be influenced by the Federal Reserve’s policies and the pace of progress on overseas bills.
For participants in the crypto space, accelerated commercialization is the major trend in industry development. Going forward, you can continue to track the rollout progress on the Google and Samsung payment ends to judge changes in capital flows. #BTC $BTC ‌