Project Progress

Core Foundation collaborates with Zcash to develop a new expansion layer using the Satoshi Plus model. Kieran Dennis, co-founder of Z, noted that this effort aims to integrate native EVM capabilities into Zcash.

Gate News update: On March 31, Ethereum L2 network RISE officially posted on X that its testnet is now running mainnet code. This means the testnet environment is using the same code version as the future mainnet for testing and verification.

The general-purpose robot network Orbion successfully deployed and went live on the BSC mainnet on March 31, with the goal of enabling end-to-end lifecycle management of general-purpose robots for users worldwide. The platform’s native token ORB has opened a 72-hour public subscription, serving as the core credential for governance, payments, and value transfer.

Pi Network’s Core Team, which has come under serious criticism as of late, has just updated on the number of users who have completed the second migration of their balances. As with similar posts on X before, though, the community was quick to pick up on the statement and lash out at the

Gate News message, on March 31, Monero announced that its RandomX v2.0 has been officially released. This v2.0 upgrade is the first major version update since RandomX was launched on the Monero mainnet in 2019. In RandomX v1, the mixing of registers relies mainly on simple logical operations such as XOR; while in v2.0, the algorithm introduces more complex

DeFi developer Dromos Labs has launched a “prediction-based allocation” mechanism to improve the efficiency of liquidity incentives on Aerodrome and Velodrome. This mechanism allows governance token holders to adjust voting in real time, drawing on the logic of prediction markets. It is expected to achieve up to an 80% improvement in reward distribution, signaling that competition in DeFi trading markets is shifting toward capital allocation efficiency.

KB Kookmin Card has partnered with Avalanche to launch a “hybrid stablecoin credit card,” blending traditional payments with blockchain technology. The system allows users to flexibly use stablecoins and credit limits, enhancing the payment experience and lowering the barrier to using digital assets. This move aligns with the push of South Korea’s local currency stablecoin strategy and the Digital Asset Act, reflecting a reassessment by traditional finance of blockchain infrastructure.

Gate News announcement, March 31, Ink ecosystem protocol Tydro announced via its official Twitter that its lending incentive feature has officially gone live. Borrowers can earn point rewards when using the lending service, and these points can be used to offset part of the lending fees.

Gate News message, on March 31, Linea launched a yield-enhancement feature, converting idle bridged Ethereum into sustainable ecosystem liquidity. This feature has three key characteristics: no new tokens are required, no re-basing is required, and no borrowed capital is required.

Trezor firmware product manager Jan Setina announced at the EthCC conference that the team is shifting the firmware architecture to a modular application platform to address the problems of slow integration and limited hardware storage. Developers can build their own applications using the firmware, with each application running in an independent sandbox to enhance security and expandability.

In the first quarter of 2026, Astar clearly defined its development direction, launched the ASTR token economic model and the foundation for ecosystem participation, optimized the staking mechanism and governance structure, and completed the rebuild of the Astar Portal to enhance user experience. ASTR holders will enjoy more convenient staking and easier engagement with ecosystem activities.

Gate News update: On March 31, stablecoin issuer StraitsX announced that its Singapore dollar stablecoin XSGD and its U.S. dollar stablecoin XUSD have officially gone live on the Solana network. These two stablecoins will be used for on-chain foreign exchange trading and high-performance settlement.

Metals.io has launched on Tezos, offering tokenized uranium, gold, and strategic metals, expanding the ecosystem's reach into real-world asset trading. This platform enhances access to diverse commodities and aims to streamline ownership in fragmented markets.

Gate News message, March 31, Starknet is expected to roll out STRK20s in late April, aiming to introduce privacy protection features for all tokens. The official statement says that it is currently working closely with various DeFi protocols and partners to ensure DeFi integration and a seamless user experience from day one after launch.

Gate News reports that on March 31, the latest weekly report from TRON's decentralized lending protocol JustLend DAO shows that the platform’s total value locked (TVL) reached $6.55 billion, and total deposits amounted to $3.53 billion. JustLend DAO is a core DeFi infrastructure within the TRON ecosystem, providing on-chain lending services to users worldwide.

This essay discusses the inefficiencies of stablecoins, highlighting that 90% are unproductive and act as a hidden tax. It identifies a significant opportunity within DAO treasuries and DEX liquidity, as well as emerging solutions like HyENA and Solomon that aim to enhance yields for users.

Pudgy Penguins disrupts the $31.7B licensed toy market by using a "Negative CAC" model, achieving over 2M unit sales in 10,000 retail locations. It has gained cultural significance through partnerships and aims for $120M revenue in 2026 ahead of a possible IPO.

Ripple Prime announced that it will integrate Hyperliquid into HIP-3 trading pairs, offering on-chain perpetual contract trading for assets such as gold, silver, and crude oil. This integration allows institutional clients to trade around the clock without switching platforms under a unified margin framework, reducing capital friction while also improving trading liquidity and compliance. This change strengthens Hyperliquid’s position as a diversified exchange.

Aster, a perpetual DEX in DeFi, significantly reduced its monthly token unlock by 97% by adopting a staking-only model. This aims to alleviate price pressure from token releases and supports long-term holders, reflecting a broader trend in perpetual DEX projects towards sustainable supply management. The success hinges on user engagement in staking and actual demand for the product.

In 2026, the Pi Network mainnet rollout initiative has made progress, with more than 119,000 users completing a second migration, signaling a transition toward an “application-driven” model. Second migration allows users to transfer additional Pi balances into their mainnet accounts, but it requires KYC verification. The project team is proceeding carefully, has begun expanding real-world application scenarios, and despite disagreements within the community, the system as a whole is developing steadily; going forward, the key will be migration efficiency and the successful rollout of ecosystem applications.