ChainCatcher news, according to official sources, the decentralized trading platform Hyperion has announced the completion of a new round of strategic financing, with participation from OKX Ventures and Aptos Labs. This round of financing will accelerate the development of its core products, including optimizing the CLMM concentrated liquidity market maker and the strategy management tool VAULT, aimed at enhancing trading efficiency and user experience.It is reported that Hyperion focuses on the Aptos ecosystem and plans to address the issues of liquidity dispersion and optimize the trading experience through innovation, while expanding its user base. The funds will be used for technological research and development, ecosystem construction, and launching user incentive programs such as DRIPs points.

ChainCatcher news, according to Financial Tech Times, the mini gaming platform PlaysOut has completed a $7 million seed round financing. Investors include OKX Ventures, KBW Ventures, and Pacific Century Group. This funding will be used to expand its mini game ecosystem, secure strategic partnerships, and expand the market.It is reported that PlaysOut is a mini gaming platform that helps developers publish mini games on platforms such as Telegram, Discord, and YouTube by embedding blockchain functionalities and other infrastructures. PlaysOut is set to launch its embedded SDK in May.

ChainCatcher news, according to monitoring by spotonchain, in the past 18 hours, Ethena's multi-signature wallet transferred 94.16 million ENA (worth 33.7 million USD) to 33 addresses, which may be part of the 2.07 billion ENA unlocking this week (worth 741 million USD, accounting for 39.17% of the circulating supply).So far, 59.3 million ENA (worth 21.08 million USD) have been sold on decentralized exchanges (DEX) or sent to Binance at an average price of 0.355 USD. Notable recipients include:• OKX Ventures, 17.87 million ENA• Curve founder Michael Egorov, 2.8 million ENABoth have deposited all ENA into Binance. The multi-signature wallet still holds 1.22 billion ENA (worth 433 million USD) and may continue to distribute soon.

ChainCatcher news, according to Cointelegraph, OKX Ventures founder Jeff Ren stated that crypto startups need not only strong technical capabilities to secure venture capital but also the ability to "understand the market and adjust in a timely manner."Ren pointed out that OKX analyzes market trends and user needs through its wallet product, and when evaluating investment opportunities, the primary consideration is whether it can create value for the founding team through wallet infrastructure. Taking GameFi as an example, the OKX wallet can provide in-game asset purchases and on-chain liquidity support for game studios. Looking ahead, Ren particularly sees potential in projects that leverage AI to improve the DeFi trading experience.

ChainCatcher news, "OKX Web3 Consensus Night" was successfully held in Hong Kong, attracting numerous KOLs, developers, and active community members from the Chinese-speaking Web3 field to discuss industry technological innovation, ecological development, and future trends. As the event organizer, OKX conducted in-depth sharing on core topics such as product planning, user experience, OKX Ventures investment dynamics, and globalization through keynote speeches and industry roundtables, bringing more forward-thinking insights to the industry's development.The event was full of highlights, where attendees not only received exclusive benefits from the OKX Telegram Mini Wallet, a wealth of merchandise, and tickets to the 2025 F1 Grand Prix, but also witnessed the surprise appearance of a "lion dance" styled robotic dog and a robot dressed in OKX T-shirts, creating a lively atmosphere on-site. The successful hosting of this event not only deepened technical exchanges and ecological cooperation within the industry but also further promoted the consensus development of the global cryptocurrency industry, injecting more vitality into the Web3 ecosystem.

ChainCatcher news, according to official sources, OKX Ventures announced a seed round investment in the innovative trading application Blum, which aims to create a trading experience connecting DEX and CEX for 90 million users. This round of financing was led by gumi Cryptos Capital, with participation from Spartan and No Limit Holdings. It also received continued investment from seed pre-round supporters YZi Labs and Top.co, as well as participation from well-known institutions such as Bitscale Capital and Wintermute. Currently, Blum has secured a total of $5 million in seed pre-financing and seed round financing."This funding marks an important milestone for Blum as it will drive the development of our trading features. We are very grateful to OKX Ventures and other supporters for their confidence in us," said Gleb Kostarev, CEO and co-founder of Blum. "From day one, Blum has attracted the attention of investors and users. Our approach to financing is not just about securing funds; it is about carefully selecting partners with expertise and resources that can enhance the user experience."OKX Ventures partner Jeff Ren stated, "We are excited to invest in Blum, which is one of the largest Telegram Web3 communities. At the same time, we will establish a partnership with Blum through OKX Connect to attract more users together. Through this investment, we hope to once again demonstrate our willingness and determination to promote the development of the Ton ecosystem."

ChainCatcher news, according to Cointelegraph, the 0G Foundation announced the launch of an $88.88 million DeFiAI ecological fund to accelerate the creation of AI-driven decentralized finance (DeFi) applications and autonomous agents (also known as DeFAI agents). The fund has received strategic support from Web3 investment firms, including HackVC, Delphi Ventures, Bankless Ventures, and OKX Ventures.

ChainCatcher news, according to The Block, cryptocurrency trading software developer SignalPlus has completed a $11 million Series B funding round, led by AppWorks and OKX Ventures, with participation from Avenir Group and HashKey.It is reported that SignalPlus is an Asia-based cryptocurrency trading software service provider established in 2021, offering institutional-grade trading tools in the cryptocurrency space, aiming for global expansion.

ChainCatcher news, according to TheBlock, cryptocurrency trading software developer SignalPlus has completed a $11 million Series B funding round, led by AppWorks and OKX Ventures, with participation from Avenir Group and HashKey.It is reported that SignalPlus is an Asia-based cryptocurrency trading software service provider established in 2021, offering institutional-grade trading tools in the cryptocurrency space, aiming for global expansion.

ChainCatcher news, according to official sources, during the World Economic Forum in Davos, OKX Ventures partner Jeff Ren was invited to attend the "DeFi Shaping the Future of Finance" summit hosted by 1inch on January 23, 2025, where industry leaders from traditional finance and digital assets gathered to discuss the future development of decentralized finance (DeFi) and its profound impact on the global financial ecosystem.During the event, Jeff Ren hosted a roundtable forum titled "Sustainable Growth of Cryptocurrency - Outlook for 2025 and Beyond." The discussion featured guests including 1inch co-founder Sergej Kunz, GSR Ventures head Quynh Ho, Polymesh CEO Bill Papp, and WAGMI Ventures partner Eric Chiang, who engaged in in-depth discussions on key topics such as "The Evolution and Development of DeFi," "Innovation and Disruption in the Blockchain Ecosystem," and "The Widespread Application of Decentralization Principles." Additionally, the roundtable forum also addressed recent hot topics, discussing MEME culture, the Hyperliquid protocol, and analyzing the impact of recent events related to Trump on the market.

ChainCatcher news, OKX Ventures, The Open Platform (TOP), and Folius Ventures jointly announced that the first batch of 7 selected projects for their co-initiated $10 million Telegram Growth Hub project has been determined. These projects cover areas such as physical assets, infrastructure, financial transactions, and social gaming.The selected projects include:ShareX: Bringing real assets into TON through the Deshare Protocol, focusing on the development of a sharing economy framework.Up Network: Developing environmentally intelligent solutions for decentralized physical infrastructure.Zoo Finance INL: Launching Liquid Node Tokens (LNT) to standardize node ownership and trading.Aria: Building a gaming ecosystem on TON.Heyo: Developing location-based social experiences.Metya: Combining AI with DePIN technology to create the next-generation dating platform.FunX: Launching the mini-game "Coin Wars" to spark creativity and fun.The selected projects will receive two months of acceleration services, including funding support, development resources such as OKX Mini Wallet, and professional guidance. The program is still recruiting the next batch of high-quality projects.

ChainCatcher news, Metya announced its successful selection into the joint growth acceleration program by OKX Ventures, The Open Platform (TOP), and Folius Ventures, becoming one of the most notable projects in the global Web3 and AI social space.Metya is a decentralized social and dating platform driven by AI technology, providing users with an efficient and innovative interactive experience and diverse ecological functions, including staking, rewards, and governance, through its intelligent matching engine, personalized recommendation system, and native token $MET.Metya's selection represents a high level of recognition in terms of technological innovation, ecological potential, and market prospects. OKX Ventures, The Open Platform (TOP), and Folius Ventures will provide comprehensive support for Metya, including strategic resources, technical guidance, and market promotion. Additionally, as part of the Telegram Growth Hub, the program also offers funding support of up to $10 million to assist in the rapid development of the project.The Open Platform (TOP) has selected the first batch of 7 outstanding project teams participating in the Telegram Growth Hub program from numerous applications worldwide, with Metya standing out. The program lasts for 10 weeks, and selected projects will receive financial support and accelerate ecological construction and global layout through marketing promotion, industry guidance, talent recruitment, and development tool support.As one of the 7 outstanding projects selected from over 1000 applications, Metya is committed to promoting the deep integration of Web3 and AI technologies, creating a new generation of intelligent, decentralized social platforms, and injecting new vitality into the industry.

ChainCatcher news, OKX Ventures officially announces a strategic investment in DuckChain, which is positioned as the Telegram AI Chain, dedicated to providing a convenient and efficient Web3 entry for nearly 1 billion Telegram users. By integrating AI-driven tools with EVM technology, DuckChain focuses on simplifying interactions, enhancing efficiency, and promoting the mass adoption of cryptocurrency.DuckChain is the largest EVM chain on Telegram, developed by TONScale Labs and supported by Arbitrum Orbit technology, providing an efficient development environment and collaborating with several top AI projects in areas such as AI Agents, privacy protection, and decentralized cloud computing, making it easier for Telegram users to enter the world of Web3.Currently, DuckChain has over 20 million users, with the Beta mainnet accumulating on-chain transaction volume exceeding 61 million, and the number of wallets surpassing 9.3 million, with daily transaction volume approaching one million, demonstrating its strength in driving the mass adoption of Web3. This investment highlights OKX Ventures' commitment to supporting innovative and sustainable blockchain projects. In the future, both parties will work together to promote the popularization and application of blockchain technology, creating a more interconnected ecosystem.

ChainCatcher news, ChainCatcher will hold the "What Does the Inauguration of the First Crypto President in the U.S. Mean for the Chinese-speaking Crypto Community?" X Space today at 20:00 (UTC+8). Guests attending the Space event include: OKX Ventures researcher Kiwi; DuckChain co-founder Ducking; IoTeX APAC Strategy Officer Andrew Law; BTX Capital Operations Director Lucio; GMGN CMO Josie; crypto analyst Phyrex; and meme blockchain expert Yuyue.Stay tuned to ChainCatcher X Space to discuss the policy changes, market trends, and new opportunities that the Chinese-speaking crypto community will face after the inauguration of the U.S. crypto president.

ChainCatcher news, OKX Ventures posted on the official X platform, stating that as one of the early lead investors in UXLINK, it is proud to witness UXLINK grow into the largest Web3 social platform. Since the TGE, UXLINK has maintained rapid growth, with a daily trading volume exceeding $250 million, ranking in the top 50 on CMC and top 10 in South Korea.OKX Ventures will continue to support the UXLINK ecosystem, helping it become a super platform and infrastructure for Web3, serving hundreds of millions of users and driving large-scale Web3 applications.