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06.05.202511:07
⭐️ A gift marketplace right in your profile?
⚫️ Today, users spotted a new feature in the beta version of Telegram allowing gifts to be listed for sale in exchange for Stars. It’s located in your profile under the «Gifts» tab: just open a gift’s menu, tap the new «Resell» button, set the price in Stars, and put it up for sale.
Telegram’s commission for these transactions will be a hefty 20% — significantly higher than what existing gift marketplaces (including Fragment) charge.
⚫️ It also appears that users will be able to buy gifts not just from specific profiles, but through a new «Resale» section found next to «In Stock» and «My Gifts» in the gift purchase menu. It’s still unclear whether this will display listings from all users automatically or require manual resale activation.
⚫️ The maximum price for a gift listing is reportedly 100,000 Telegram Stars (currently around $1,500 or 503 TON). That should be enough to cover the floor price of most premium collections (like Plush Pepe or Durov’s Cap), but won’t suffice for truly rare pieces.
⚫️ The big question remains: will Telegram address the issue of Stars refunds, or continue to ignore it? Given the risks and that 20% fee, we doubt in-app gift trading with Stars will gain major traction.
What do you think about all this?
@thedailyton
⚫️ Today, users spotted a new feature in the beta version of Telegram allowing gifts to be listed for sale in exchange for Stars. It’s located in your profile under the «Gifts» tab: just open a gift’s menu, tap the new «Resell» button, set the price in Stars, and put it up for sale.
Telegram’s commission for these transactions will be a hefty 20% — significantly higher than what existing gift marketplaces (including Fragment) charge.
⚫️ It also appears that users will be able to buy gifts not just from specific profiles, but through a new «Resale» section found next to «In Stock» and «My Gifts» in the gift purchase menu. It’s still unclear whether this will display listings from all users automatically or require manual resale activation.
⚫️ The maximum price for a gift listing is reportedly 100,000 Telegram Stars (currently around $1,500 or 503 TON). That should be enough to cover the floor price of most premium collections (like Plush Pepe or Durov’s Cap), but won’t suffice for truly rare pieces.
⚫️ The big question remains: will Telegram address the issue of Stars refunds, or continue to ignore it? Given the risks and that 20% fee, we doubt in-app gift trading with Stars will gain major traction.
What do you think about all this?
@thedailyton
02.05.202516:32
🔥 TON coming back to Telegram?
Pavel Durov has responded to Epic Games’ recent courtroom victory against Apple, which resulted in a ban on Apple charging commissions for payments made outside the App Store:
⚫️ What’s this all about? Back in 2020, Epic Games filed lawsuits against Apple and Google, demanding that commissions on external payments (for example, when you pay for a digital goods on third-party website) be removed. Yesterday, a breakthrough occurred — the court ruled that Apple must stop charging fees and technically allow external payment methods.
⚫️ Let’s recall that crypto payments in Mini Apps were removed specifically because commissions couldn’t be collected from such transactions. Does this mean Telegram might bring back TON integration? We’re not jumping to conclusions just yet — especially without legal expertise — but for now, there’s little reason to get overly optimistic.
⚫️ It’s important to understand that the ruling only applies to external payments. If a user still pays via Apple Pay, the commission remains. That means Telegram Stars won’t disappear anytime soon. Also, Google Play is another major factor in the Stars ecosystem, and there’s a separate legal case playing out there.
⚫️ Plus, if the ruling only takes effect in the U.S., users elsewhere in the world will still be stuck paying full fees. And finally, Apple has already announced plans to appeal the decision — this was confirmed by the company’s VP of corporate communications.
👁 Of course, none of this rules out the return of TON as a payment method in Telegram Mini Apps — but whether it can truly compete with Telegram Stars remains to be seen.
@thedailyton
Pavel Durov has responded to Epic Games’ recent courtroom victory against Apple, which resulted in a ban on Apple charging commissions for payments made outside the App Store:
Well fought, Tim Sweeney — an epic victory. Thanks to you, the US is now free from Apple’s 30% yoke, which has stifled innovation for 17 years. Now, let’s help liberate the rest of the world. You have my support — and the support of Telegram’s 1 billion users.
⚫️ What’s this all about? Back in 2020, Epic Games filed lawsuits against Apple and Google, demanding that commissions on external payments (for example, when you pay for a digital goods on third-party website) be removed. Yesterday, a breakthrough occurred — the court ruled that Apple must stop charging fees and technically allow external payment methods.
⚫️ Let’s recall that crypto payments in Mini Apps were removed specifically because commissions couldn’t be collected from such transactions. Does this mean Telegram might bring back TON integration? We’re not jumping to conclusions just yet — especially without legal expertise — but for now, there’s little reason to get overly optimistic.
⚫️ It’s important to understand that the ruling only applies to external payments. If a user still pays via Apple Pay, the commission remains. That means Telegram Stars won’t disappear anytime soon. Also, Google Play is another major factor in the Stars ecosystem, and there’s a separate legal case playing out there.
⚫️ Plus, if the ruling only takes effect in the U.S., users elsewhere in the world will still be stuck paying full fees. And finally, Apple has already announced plans to appeal the decision — this was confirmed by the company’s VP of corporate communications.
👁 Of course, none of this rules out the return of TON as a payment method in Telegram Mini Apps — but whether it can truly compete with Telegram Stars remains to be seen.
@thedailyton
30.04.202518:21
✈️ What are the tokenized Telegram bonds?
⚫️ Yesterday, we mentioned an upcoming RWA-related announcement and explained what RWAs are. Today, it was revealed that tokenized Telegram bonds will be introduced to TON, a form of RWA. Max Crown called this "one of many innovations to come," leaving it unclear whether the RWA announcement is solely about this or if more will be revealed at Token2049. For now, we'll break down this news and keep monitoring developments.
⚫️ Previously, Telegram issued bonds—securities that essentialy are a form of credit. When a company issues and sells bonds, it borrows money from buyers and commits to repaying it under specific terms, typically gradually with interest. Bondholders can either collect this income or sell the bonds to others. The resale price depends on how much the company still owes on the bond.
⚫️ Bonds are usually traded outside the crypto world, similar to stock trading. In both cases, people buy securities of companies they believe have a promising future (otherwise, what if the company goes bankrupt and can't repay the bond?). However, bonds differ in that their returns are more predictable, making them a choice for those aiming for slow and steady growth rather than chasing high-risk, high-reward opportunities.
⚫️ Initially, Telegram bonds were only available in their traditional securities format. Now, TON Foundation and the Libre project are tokenizing $500 million worth of these bonds (out of a total of $2.35 billion) and launching the Telegram Bond Fund ($TBF), enabling users to "own bonds on TON." For example, $TBF can be used in TON projects as collateral to obtain other assets.
⚫️ There's an important caveat: the project is aimed at "institutional and accredited investors." It's not entirely clear how this will work in practice—can an accredited investor transfer these assets to any TON user? The general idea is that this is geared toward large players, rather than the average user.
⚫️ Here's the concept: these institutional players often invest significant resources but do so conservatively, prioritizing compliance with legal procedures. They value stability over risk. While they've long invested in bonds, the volatile and legally uncertain crypto world is typically not their preference. Now, they're being shown that TON offers a reliable asset that meets their rigorous standards.
🚀 Does this mean the news is irrelevant for regular users and only matters to "whales"? Not entirely. In theory, this could bring new liquidity to TON, benefiting the entire ecosystem and potentially impacting regular users, for instance, through the TON price. We'll see the actual outcomes in time.
@thedailyton
⚫️ Yesterday, we mentioned an upcoming RWA-related announcement and explained what RWAs are. Today, it was revealed that tokenized Telegram bonds will be introduced to TON, a form of RWA. Max Crown called this "one of many innovations to come," leaving it unclear whether the RWA announcement is solely about this or if more will be revealed at Token2049. For now, we'll break down this news and keep monitoring developments.
⚫️ Previously, Telegram issued bonds—securities that essentialy are a form of credit. When a company issues and sells bonds, it borrows money from buyers and commits to repaying it under specific terms, typically gradually with interest. Bondholders can either collect this income or sell the bonds to others. The resale price depends on how much the company still owes on the bond.
⚫️ Bonds are usually traded outside the crypto world, similar to stock trading. In both cases, people buy securities of companies they believe have a promising future (otherwise, what if the company goes bankrupt and can't repay the bond?). However, bonds differ in that their returns are more predictable, making them a choice for those aiming for slow and steady growth rather than chasing high-risk, high-reward opportunities.
⚫️ Initially, Telegram bonds were only available in their traditional securities format. Now, TON Foundation and the Libre project are tokenizing $500 million worth of these bonds (out of a total of $2.35 billion) and launching the Telegram Bond Fund ($TBF), enabling users to "own bonds on TON." For example, $TBF can be used in TON projects as collateral to obtain other assets.
⚫️ There's an important caveat: the project is aimed at "institutional and accredited investors." It's not entirely clear how this will work in practice—can an accredited investor transfer these assets to any TON user? The general idea is that this is geared toward large players, rather than the average user.
⚫️ Here's the concept: these institutional players often invest significant resources but do so conservatively, prioritizing compliance with legal procedures. They value stability over risk. While they've long invested in bonds, the volatile and legally uncertain crypto world is typically not their preference. Now, they're being shown that TON offers a reliable asset that meets their rigorous standards.
🚀 Does this mean the news is irrelevant for regular users and only matters to "whales"? Not entirely. In theory, this could bring new liquidity to TON, benefiting the entire ecosystem and potentially impacting regular users, for instance, through the TON price. We'll see the actual outcomes in time.
@thedailyton
28.04.202517:40
⌨️ The Weekly TON: Highlights of the week
⚫️ Our series of posts covering the Web3 Festival has come to an end. In the final episode, we broke down the panel discussion where Vitaliy from DeDust.io, Alan from Torch Finance, and Vlad from EVAA Protocol answered questions about how to attract users to the DeFi space.
⚫️ Do global events influence cryptocurrency prices? What are the pros and cons, and should crypto-anarchists despair? We explored these questions through the lens of Donald Trump's presidency, the COVID-19 pandemic, and the approval of the Bitcoin ETF.
⚫️ Anton Tsivarev, Director of Ecosystem Development at TON Foundation, posted two threads on X about airdrops in games on TON. How can you transform your project to truly engage users — find the key insights in our analysis.
⚫️ Why do you need to move your funds to a new address when switching to the new version of a TON wallet? In a new post from our howtoton series, we explain how wallet smart-contracts work and whether two different addresses can be accessed with the same seed-phrase.
⚫️ We published a list of services that help you track the price of Toncoin and other cryptocurrencies daily — from Telegram bots and TON wallets to widgets and aggregator websites. Feel free to share your own tools in the comments!
⚫️ We uncovered another crypto scam scheme by chatting with a suspicious Telegram account. Read about how scammers gain victims' trust, where they ask you to send your funds, and what Elon Musk's tweet has to do with it.
⚫️ Stickers from the Cool Blue Pengu collection are selling for thousands of dollars, and the founder of Tonnel Gift Marketplace sent Pavel Durov a gift worth 14,850 TON. Read more about this and the approaching NFT season on TON in our latest post.
@thedailyton
⚫️ Our series of posts covering the Web3 Festival has come to an end. In the final episode, we broke down the panel discussion where Vitaliy from DeDust.io, Alan from Torch Finance, and Vlad from EVAA Protocol answered questions about how to attract users to the DeFi space.
⚫️ Do global events influence cryptocurrency prices? What are the pros and cons, and should crypto-anarchists despair? We explored these questions through the lens of Donald Trump's presidency, the COVID-19 pandemic, and the approval of the Bitcoin ETF.
⚫️ Anton Tsivarev, Director of Ecosystem Development at TON Foundation, posted two threads on X about airdrops in games on TON. How can you transform your project to truly engage users — find the key insights in our analysis.
⚫️ Why do you need to move your funds to a new address when switching to the new version of a TON wallet? In a new post from our howtoton series, we explain how wallet smart-contracts work and whether two different addresses can be accessed with the same seed-phrase.
⚫️ We published a list of services that help you track the price of Toncoin and other cryptocurrencies daily — from Telegram bots and TON wallets to widgets and aggregator websites. Feel free to share your own tools in the comments!
⚫️ We uncovered another crypto scam scheme by chatting with a suspicious Telegram account. Read about how scammers gain victims' trust, where they ask you to send your funds, and what Elon Musk's tweet has to do with it.
⚫️ Stickers from the Cool Blue Pengu collection are selling for thousands of dollars, and the founder of Tonnel Gift Marketplace sent Pavel Durov a gift worth 14,850 TON. Read more about this and the approaching NFT season on TON in our latest post.
@thedailyton
24.04.202515:08
📈 Where to check the Toncoin price?
⚫️ The @TonometerBot for tracking the Toncoin price has recently stopped functioning. You might wonder, why is there even need for that bot, since the price is listed in all the TON wallets. But for the most active TON ecosystem participants, repeatedly opening your wallet to stay updated is inconvenient. So, what are the alternatives?
⚫️ If you’re always on Telegram, other bots can be useful. For instance, @xRocket recently introduced a dash command to display prices of various cryptocurrencies. If you manage a crypto chat, you can pin a bot’s price message to keep it visible and refresh it periodically. Other bots like @NanoBot also offer price-display features.
⚫️ The @drops bot lets you set alerts for sudden price surges or drops, ensuring you don’t miss critical moments to make timely decisions. These notifications are more effective than manually checking your wallet, as even frequent checks might miss key price movements.
⚫️ On mobile devices, you can use widgets to display the Toncoin price on your home screen. This eliminates the need to open any app — you’ll see the price while using your phone. For example, the OKX exchange app supports adding a Toncoin price widget.
⚫️ Aggregator websites like CoinMarketCap, CoinGecko, and dyor.io (this one is focused on the TON ecosystem and its tokens) are excellent for tracking multiple cryptocurrencies at once. These platforms compile prices comprehensively. The official ton.org website also displays the price, but it relies on a CoinMarketCap widget.
⚫️ Active traders, who execute numerous trades daily, most likely don't need our advice because they already use a preferred platform with prices readily available. But we'll mention that TradingView is a well-known tool in this space.
🖊 This list isn’t exhaustive. If your favorite method wasn’t included, share it in the comments!
⚫️ The @TonometerBot for tracking the Toncoin price has recently stopped functioning. You might wonder, why is there even need for that bot, since the price is listed in all the TON wallets. But for the most active TON ecosystem participants, repeatedly opening your wallet to stay updated is inconvenient. So, what are the alternatives?
⚫️ If you’re always on Telegram, other bots can be useful. For instance, @xRocket recently introduced a dash command to display prices of various cryptocurrencies. If you manage a crypto chat, you can pin a bot’s price message to keep it visible and refresh it periodically. Other bots like @NanoBot also offer price-display features.
⚫️ The @drops bot lets you set alerts for sudden price surges or drops, ensuring you don’t miss critical moments to make timely decisions. These notifications are more effective than manually checking your wallet, as even frequent checks might miss key price movements.
⚫️ On mobile devices, you can use widgets to display the Toncoin price on your home screen. This eliminates the need to open any app — you’ll see the price while using your phone. For example, the OKX exchange app supports adding a Toncoin price widget.
⚫️ Aggregator websites like CoinMarketCap, CoinGecko, and dyor.io (this one is focused on the TON ecosystem and its tokens) are excellent for tracking multiple cryptocurrencies at once. These platforms compile prices comprehensively. The official ton.org website also displays the price, but it relies on a CoinMarketCap widget.
⚫️ Active traders, who execute numerous trades daily, most likely don't need our advice because they already use a preferred platform with prices readily available. But we'll mention that TradingView is a well-known tool in this space.
🖊 This list isn’t exhaustive. If your favorite method wasn’t included, share it in the comments!
21.04.202517:56
⌨️ The Weekly TON: Highlights of the week
🔥 Toncoin is now available for purchase and sale in the United States (excluding New York) via the MoonPay. The service supports payments through bank cards, Apple Pay, and Google Pay, giving the American audience access to TON Blockchain.
⚫️ How do the development of the Tolk and Tact programming languages impact the TON ecosystem? Could these two tools eventually merge into one? And why should the average user care? We break it down in our recent post.
⚫️ Dr. Awesome Doge, co-founder of the TONX platform, gave a talk at Web3 Festival in Hong Kong, presenting the KTON liquid staking protocol. We explain what the service has to offer and what goals the TONX team has set for 2025.
⚫️ The partnership between Ethena and TON Blockchain will be officially announced during the TOKEN2049 keynote by Ethena Labs CEO Guy Young in Dubai. We explain how the USDe token is backed and why the project has been getting so much attention lately.
⚫️ We've put together a list of the most exciting current activities in the TON ecosystem, including a new NFT collection launch, trading tournaments, and developer contests. One of them, Tact Smart Battle, with a $20,000 prize pool, kicks off today.
⚫️ To learn how scammers lure users in Telegram chats, we decided to reply to one of the messages ourselves. Find out how the scam works and why you shouldn’t fully trust the Binance Verify service in our investigation.
⚫️ Will Pavel Durov attend the TOKEN2049 conference? We explored the event website, analyzed the speaker agenda, and shared our thoughts in a dedicated post. Later, reports suggested that Pavel has returned to France after all.
@thedailyton
🔥 Toncoin is now available for purchase and sale in the United States (excluding New York) via the MoonPay. The service supports payments through bank cards, Apple Pay, and Google Pay, giving the American audience access to TON Blockchain.
⚫️ How do the development of the Tolk and Tact programming languages impact the TON ecosystem? Could these two tools eventually merge into one? And why should the average user care? We break it down in our recent post.
⚫️ Dr. Awesome Doge, co-founder of the TONX platform, gave a talk at Web3 Festival in Hong Kong, presenting the KTON liquid staking protocol. We explain what the service has to offer and what goals the TONX team has set for 2025.
⚫️ The partnership between Ethena and TON Blockchain will be officially announced during the TOKEN2049 keynote by Ethena Labs CEO Guy Young in Dubai. We explain how the USDe token is backed and why the project has been getting so much attention lately.
⚫️ We've put together a list of the most exciting current activities in the TON ecosystem, including a new NFT collection launch, trading tournaments, and developer contests. One of them, Tact Smart Battle, with a $20,000 prize pool, kicks off today.
⚫️ To learn how scammers lure users in Telegram chats, we decided to reply to one of the messages ourselves. Find out how the scam works and why you shouldn’t fully trust the Binance Verify service in our investigation.
⚫️ Will Pavel Durov attend the TOKEN2049 conference? We explored the event website, analyzed the speaker agenda, and shared our thoughts in a dedicated post. Later, reports suggested that Pavel has returned to France after all.
@thedailyton
05.05.202519:18
⌨️ The Weekly TON: Highlights of the week. Part 2
🔥 The biggest — and only — TON-related announcement at TOKEN2049 in Dubai was the launch of the USDe stablecoin by Ethena. We break down which ecosystem services will support the new protocol and when the official release is expected.
⚫️ Following the recent appointment of Maximilian Crown as CEO of TON Foundation, we took a closer look at how the CEO and President roles of the organization will work together. Read the official comment we received from TON Foundation.
⚫️ Telegram rolled out a major update that revamped group calls, introduced advanced settings for Telegram Gifts, and added new automation features for business accounts. We explore which of these updates will be most useful for TON users.
⚫️ We launched a new series called antiscam, featuring not only older posts about fraud tactics, Telegram Stars refunds, and conversations with bots, but also a fresh article on how users are being misled through social media ads.
⚫️ A California court has ruled that Apple can no longer charge fees on purchases made outside the App Store. We explain how Pavel Durov reacted to Epic Games’ win and why TON users shouldn’t expect Toncoin to return to Telegram anytime soon.
@thedailyton
🔥 The biggest — and only — TON-related announcement at TOKEN2049 in Dubai was the launch of the USDe stablecoin by Ethena. We break down which ecosystem services will support the new protocol and when the official release is expected.
⚫️ Following the recent appointment of Maximilian Crown as CEO of TON Foundation, we took a closer look at how the CEO and President roles of the organization will work together. Read the official comment we received from TON Foundation.
⚫️ Telegram rolled out a major update that revamped group calls, introduced advanced settings for Telegram Gifts, and added new automation features for business accounts. We explore which of these updates will be most useful for TON users.
⚫️ We launched a new series called antiscam, featuring not only older posts about fraud tactics, Telegram Stars refunds, and conversations with bots, but also a fresh article on how users are being misled through social media ads.
⚫️ A California court has ruled that Apple can no longer charge fees on purchases made outside the App Store. We explain how Pavel Durov reacted to Epic Games’ win and why TON users shouldn’t expect Toncoin to return to Telegram anytime soon.
@thedailyton
02.05.202513:17
🍌 How poor moderation helps scammers
⚫️ Continuing our Friday #antiscam column, where we break down scammer schemes to help fewer people fall for them. This week, we noticed a series of promotional tweets about tokens supposedly “from well-known companies and people.” We saw one such tweet in the X feed, clicked it, and the algorithms flooded us with similar ones.
⚫️ Some of these tweets include a screenshot of an alleged “Elon Musk tweet” announcing the launch of a GROK coin. Needless to say, no such text exists on Elon Musk’s real account. Other tweets promote an “iToken” and use Apple’s logo: the word “Apple” isn’t mentioned, but they try to imply the token is launched by the company.
⚫️ The tweets link to websites offering to buy the token. We don’t know if they’ll just steal your money or send some meme coin, but it doesn’t matter much. The key point is that these projects have no real backing from Elon Musk or Apple—the main reason anyone would invest.
⚫️ Essentially, this is phishing, which we’ve covered before. But what’s interesting here is that the fraudulent post with fake Elon Musk claims was placed directly on Elon Musk’s own platform through its official ad system. You’d think this system would have moderators who wouldn’t let such obvious lies about their boss slip through?
⚫️ Indeed, the post almost certainly violates the ad platform’s rules and shouldn’t have passed moderation. However, in practice, moderation is often inadequate—not just on X, but on other major platforms too. Many let obvious rule-breaking content slip through.
⚫️ As a result, these moderation failures play into scammers’ hands. A user seeing an ad tweet might think: “If it’s posted through Musk’s ad system, then Musk must have said it, so it’s trustworthy and worth investing in.”
💡 This week’s anti-scam tips:
· Don’t blindly trust ads, even on reputable platforms.
· If an asset is tied to an “influencer/company,” verify it through their official channels.
· If an ad implies it’s “from a certain company” but doesn’t explicitly name it, that’s a massive red flag.
@thedailyton
⚫️ Continuing our Friday #antiscam column, where we break down scammer schemes to help fewer people fall for them. This week, we noticed a series of promotional tweets about tokens supposedly “from well-known companies and people.” We saw one such tweet in the X feed, clicked it, and the algorithms flooded us with similar ones.
⚫️ Some of these tweets include a screenshot of an alleged “Elon Musk tweet” announcing the launch of a GROK coin. Needless to say, no such text exists on Elon Musk’s real account. Other tweets promote an “iToken” and use Apple’s logo: the word “Apple” isn’t mentioned, but they try to imply the token is launched by the company.
⚫️ The tweets link to websites offering to buy the token. We don’t know if they’ll just steal your money or send some meme coin, but it doesn’t matter much. The key point is that these projects have no real backing from Elon Musk or Apple—the main reason anyone would invest.
⚫️ Essentially, this is phishing, which we’ve covered before. But what’s interesting here is that the fraudulent post with fake Elon Musk claims was placed directly on Elon Musk’s own platform through its official ad system. You’d think this system would have moderators who wouldn’t let such obvious lies about their boss slip through?
⚫️ Indeed, the post almost certainly violates the ad platform’s rules and shouldn’t have passed moderation. However, in practice, moderation is often inadequate—not just on X, but on other major platforms too. Many let obvious rule-breaking content slip through.
⚫️ As a result, these moderation failures play into scammers’ hands. A user seeing an ad tweet might think: “If it’s posted through Musk’s ad system, then Musk must have said it, so it’s trustworthy and worth investing in.”
💡 This week’s anti-scam tips:
· Don’t blindly trust ads, even on reputable platforms.
· If an asset is tied to an “influencer/company,” verify it through their official channels.
· If an ad implies it’s “from a certain company” but doesn’t explicitly name it, that’s a massive red flag.
@thedailyton
30.04.202516:25
✔️ Analyzing other address and transaction previews: MyTonWallet 3.6 update
⚫️ The team behind the non-custodial wallet seems committed to releasing one update per month, and today brings another round of interface, transfer, and security improvements. Let’s take a closer look:
⚫️ With the new «View Any Address» feature, you can now explore the contents of any TON wallet directly inside MyTonWallet. Just open the wallet list, tap the «View Any Address» button, enter the address, and instantly track the holdings of Pavel Durov or any other TON whale (of course, without being able to move their funds).
⚫️ MyTonWallet continues refining its UX-guidelines to improve the transaction process. While the previous release added support for the Actions API, this update introduces sharable tracking links for transfers even before they’re confirmed on-chain. Additionally, when signing a transaction in a DeFi app, users now see a complete list of expected actions.
⚫️ Several changes have been made to the security section. Within five minutes of your last action, you can now make transactions without re-entering your password (if biometrics are disabled). By default, the app now auto-locks after 10 minutes of inactivity. And if you forget your password, you can log out of all wallets right from the lock screen.
The update is already live across all devices! Try out the new features and let us know in the comments which one you liked the most.
@thedailyton
⚫️ The team behind the non-custodial wallet seems committed to releasing one update per month, and today brings another round of interface, transfer, and security improvements. Let’s take a closer look:
⚫️ With the new «View Any Address» feature, you can now explore the contents of any TON wallet directly inside MyTonWallet. Just open the wallet list, tap the «View Any Address» button, enter the address, and instantly track the holdings of Pavel Durov or any other TON whale (of course, without being able to move their funds).
⚫️ MyTonWallet continues refining its UX-guidelines to improve the transaction process. While the previous release added support for the Actions API, this update introduces sharable tracking links for transfers even before they’re confirmed on-chain. Additionally, when signing a transaction in a DeFi app, users now see a complete list of expected actions.
⚫️ Several changes have been made to the security section. Within five minutes of your last action, you can now make transactions without re-entering your password (if biometrics are disabled). By default, the app now auto-locks after 10 minutes of inactivity. And if you forget your password, you can log out of all wallets right from the lock screen.
The update is already live across all devices! Try out the new features and let us know in the comments which one you liked the most.
@thedailyton
28.04.202515:34
🪙 How decentralized is TON?
⚫️ Today, Spain and Portugal experienced widespread power outages. We wouldn't have mentioned this event if it weren't for an unexpected twist: it slightly impacted the TON ecosystem. EVAA lending protocol first reported that its app was temporarily unavailable. It later partially restored functionality: you can't borrow now, but you can repay debts, supply assets, and withdraw funds provided you have no debts.
⚫️ It seems this is just a temporary disruption with no consequences like loss of user funds. More intriguing than the event itself is the question it raises: to what extent does the "decentralized" TON depend on "centralized" events like a power outage in a specific country?
⚫️ A newcomer might say:
⚫️ However, to make confident conclusions, one must understand that technically, different entities are at play here. One is the TON blockchain itself, where transaction information is stored. It has many validators and was not stopped by the issues in Spain.
⚫️ There are also other systems that operate outside the blockchain but are utilized by web3 services. We've discussed oracles, which provide "external information" to the blockchain, and how EVAA uses them to obtain reliable price data. These inevitably rely on external price providers, which, unlike the blockchain, can be much more centralized systems, vulnerable to local issues.
⚫️ Technically, EVAA can still interact with the blockchain as usual. However, if reliable cryptocurrency prices are temporarily unavailable, the service can't calculate during this time what size of loan in another currency it can issue against the collateral. What if the loan turns out to be larger than the collateral, making it profitable for the user not to repay it? It makes sense that this function is currently disabled.
💡 This creates a scenario where, during an outage, the blockchain remains operational, but various services in the TON ecosystem might shut down due to their dependency on external systems. Should this situation be considered decentralized? We could say it's more decentralized than it would be without a blockchain, where everything could shut down at once.
UPD: The EVAA Protocol interface functionality has been restored, and all operations are fully available again.
@thedailyton
⚫️ Today, Spain and Portugal experienced widespread power outages. We wouldn't have mentioned this event if it weren't for an unexpected twist: it slightly impacted the TON ecosystem. EVAA lending protocol first reported that its app was temporarily unavailable. It later partially restored functionality: you can't borrow now, but you can repay debts, supply assets, and withdraw funds provided you have no debts.
⚫️ It seems this is just a temporary disruption with no consequences like loss of user funds. More intriguing than the event itself is the question it raises: to what extent does the "decentralized" TON depend on "centralized" events like a power outage in a specific country?
⚫️ A newcomer might say:
So, we've been misled. They promised a decentralized blockchain with validators worldwide. Why then does an outage in one country disrupt a DeFi service? In "DeFi," the 'De' stands for 'decentralized,' so where is this decentralization when it's needed?
⚫️ However, to make confident conclusions, one must understand that technically, different entities are at play here. One is the TON blockchain itself, where transaction information is stored. It has many validators and was not stopped by the issues in Spain.
⚫️ There are also other systems that operate outside the blockchain but are utilized by web3 services. We've discussed oracles, which provide "external information" to the blockchain, and how EVAA uses them to obtain reliable price data. These inevitably rely on external price providers, which, unlike the blockchain, can be much more centralized systems, vulnerable to local issues.
⚫️ Technically, EVAA can still interact with the blockchain as usual. However, if reliable cryptocurrency prices are temporarily unavailable, the service can't calculate during this time what size of loan in another currency it can issue against the collateral. What if the loan turns out to be larger than the collateral, making it profitable for the user not to repay it? It makes sense that this function is currently disabled.
💡 This creates a scenario where, during an outage, the blockchain remains operational, but various services in the TON ecosystem might shut down due to their dependency on external systems. Should this situation be considered decentralized? We could say it's more decentralized than it would be without a blockchain, where everything could shut down at once.
UPD: The EVAA Protocol interface functionality has been restored, and all operations are fully available again.
@thedailyton
23.04.202515:00
👁 Why do different wallet versions generate different addresses?
⚫️ Wallet versions in TON can be confusing for newcomers. For example, you create a wallet in a mobile app, and later it suggests updating to version W5—but suddenly, you have two wallets. And the funds are only in one of them. This might make you panic, thinking, "What if I lose access to my money?" To replace confusion with clarity, let’s break it down in this #howtoton guide.
⚫️ When you create a new wallet in a non-custodial app (like Tonkeeper or MyTonWallet), a small program (a smart contract) is uploaded to the TON blockchain. This contract handles receiving and sending funds. If you tap "Send 1 Toncoin" in the app, it instructs this smart contract (after verifying your ownership), and the contract then executes the transaction on-chain.
⚫️ When a wallet’s smart contract is deployed to the blockchain, it gets an address—this becomes your wallet address. If another user creates a wallet, their contract has the same code but is deployed to a different address. This is partly because the address depends on the seed phrase, which is unique to each user. Additionally, the address is partially determined by the smart contract’s code.
⚫️ The contract code isn’t set in stone—developers keep improving it to add new features. Occasionally, new versions of the smart contract are released. When this happens, existing wallets keep working as before—their code stays unchanged. However, newly created wallets can use the updated code. In summer 2024, version W5 was released, and it’s now the standard for new wallets, though many older-version wallets remain active.
⚫️Here’s where it gets a bit tricky. As mentioned earlier, a smart contract’s address in TON partly depends on its code. So here’s what happens: let’s say a user created a wallet with version V4, and the blockchain generated an address for that version’s code. Later, version W5 is released, and the user wants to upgrade. But uploading the W5 smart contract code would result in a different address—it’s not possible to simply swap the V4 code for W5 at the same address. Instead, both contracts—V4 and W5—can coexist. They’re both linked to the same seed phrase, but they have different addresses.
💡 At first, this seems counterintuitive. But once you grasp the logic, it makes sense—and more importantly, it’s reassuring: your old contract (with your funds) isn’t going anywhere. The new one just starts empty at a new address.
@thedailyton
⚫️ Wallet versions in TON can be confusing for newcomers. For example, you create a wallet in a mobile app, and later it suggests updating to version W5—but suddenly, you have two wallets. And the funds are only in one of them. This might make you panic, thinking, "What if I lose access to my money?" To replace confusion with clarity, let’s break it down in this #howtoton guide.
⚫️ When you create a new wallet in a non-custodial app (like Tonkeeper or MyTonWallet), a small program (a smart contract) is uploaded to the TON blockchain. This contract handles receiving and sending funds. If you tap "Send 1 Toncoin" in the app, it instructs this smart contract (after verifying your ownership), and the contract then executes the transaction on-chain.
⚫️ When a wallet’s smart contract is deployed to the blockchain, it gets an address—this becomes your wallet address. If another user creates a wallet, their contract has the same code but is deployed to a different address. This is partly because the address depends on the seed phrase, which is unique to each user. Additionally, the address is partially determined by the smart contract’s code.
⚫️ The contract code isn’t set in stone—developers keep improving it to add new features. Occasionally, new versions of the smart contract are released. When this happens, existing wallets keep working as before—their code stays unchanged. However, newly created wallets can use the updated code. In summer 2024, version W5 was released, and it’s now the standard for new wallets, though many older-version wallets remain active.
⚫️Here’s where it gets a bit tricky. As mentioned earlier, a smart contract’s address in TON partly depends on its code. So here’s what happens: let’s say a user created a wallet with version V4, and the blockchain generated an address for that version’s code. Later, version W5 is released, and the user wants to upgrade. But uploading the W5 smart contract code would result in a different address—it’s not possible to simply swap the V4 code for W5 at the same address. Instead, both contracts—V4 and W5—can coexist. They’re both linked to the same seed phrase, but they have different addresses.
💡 At first, this seems counterintuitive. But once you grasp the logic, it makes sense—and more importantly, it’s reassuring: your old contract (with your funds) isn’t going anywhere. The new one just starts empty at a new address.
@thedailyton
21.04.202513:41
✈️ How can TON attract Telegram users to DeFi?
⚫️ We’re continuing to share interesting insights from the Web3 Festival. The event featured live panel discussions, and Vlad Degen hosted a discussion on DeFi with three representatives from different projects: Vitaliy Kitaev (DeDust.io), Alan (Torch Finance), and Vlad @sepezho (EVAA Protocol). The first question was: “What can attract mass audience to TON DeFi?”
⚫️ We believe this is a crucial question for the future of TON. Thanks to Telegram, the blockchain has access to a billion-strong audience. While many were ready to “tap” in T2E games, using DeFi is a whole different level of engagement. Projects need users, and users could benefit from the projects — but how do we connect the two? There’s probably no “magic button,” but it’s worth hearing the opinions of those in the space. Here’s a summary of what was shared (not direct quotes, but our retelling):
⚫️ Vitaliy (DeDust):
1. We need more apps that provide real value to users (e.g., yield-generating tools).
2. Telegram should make it easier for users to discover new apps — ideally, with discovery tools built directly into the main menu.
3. Incentive programs can help — users may first come for the rewards but stay once they realize the practical value of DeFi.
⚫️ Alan (Torch Finance):
1. Seamless on-ramp and off-ramp mechanisms are essential so users can easily buy and sell Toncoin.
2. User interfaces must be intuitive. One of Alan’s friends, an expert in traditional finance, couldn’t understand the EVAA interface.
3. Yield is key. If yields in TON are lower than in other networks, holding savings there will seem like a missed opportunity.
⚫️ Vlad (EVAA):
People fundamentally want three things from crypto:
1. To store value
2. To transfer value
3. To multiply value
We need to make this convenient and low-risk. For example, allowing users to stake USDT with one click to earn passive income without worrying about price volatility. The integration of EVAA into Wallet is a good example — users can start with one simple button, then gradually explore more advanced DeFi features.
🖊 Disagree with these takes or have your own ideas on how to attract users? Share your thoughts in the comments — we’d love to hear them!
⚫️ We’re continuing to share interesting insights from the Web3 Festival. The event featured live panel discussions, and Vlad Degen hosted a discussion on DeFi with three representatives from different projects: Vitaliy Kitaev (DeDust.io), Alan (Torch Finance), and Vlad @sepezho (EVAA Protocol). The first question was: “What can attract mass audience to TON DeFi?”
⚫️ We believe this is a crucial question for the future of TON. Thanks to Telegram, the blockchain has access to a billion-strong audience. While many were ready to “tap” in T2E games, using DeFi is a whole different level of engagement. Projects need users, and users could benefit from the projects — but how do we connect the two? There’s probably no “magic button,” but it’s worth hearing the opinions of those in the space. Here’s a summary of what was shared (not direct quotes, but our retelling):
⚫️ Vitaliy (DeDust):
1. We need more apps that provide real value to users (e.g., yield-generating tools).
2. Telegram should make it easier for users to discover new apps — ideally, with discovery tools built directly into the main menu.
3. Incentive programs can help — users may first come for the rewards but stay once they realize the practical value of DeFi.
⚫️ Alan (Torch Finance):
1. Seamless on-ramp and off-ramp mechanisms are essential so users can easily buy and sell Toncoin.
2. User interfaces must be intuitive. One of Alan’s friends, an expert in traditional finance, couldn’t understand the EVAA interface.
3. Yield is key. If yields in TON are lower than in other networks, holding savings there will seem like a missed opportunity.
⚫️ Vlad (EVAA):
People fundamentally want three things from crypto:
1. To store value
2. To transfer value
3. To multiply value
We need to make this convenient and low-risk. For example, allowing users to stake USDT with one click to earn passive income without worrying about price volatility. The integration of EVAA into Wallet is a good example — users can start with one simple button, then gradually explore more advanced DeFi features.
🖊 Disagree with these takes or have your own ideas on how to attract users? Share your thoughts in the comments — we’d love to hear them!
05.05.202517:53
👁 tgBTC will be implemented as a Jetton
⚫️ Sometimes, the development of TON feels like a soap opera—think Santa Barbara—where characters break up, reunite, and repeat the cycle endlessly. A similar saga is playing out with the TON ecosystem and the concept of extra currencies. The latest twist: the much-anticipated tgBTC (“BTC on TON” by the TON Teleport project) will be implemented as a Jetton rather than an extra currency. For those who haven’t been following the series, here’s a quick recap of earlier episodes.
⚫️ TON was initially designed with the idea that, in addition to Toncoin, it would support additional currencies. This functionality was embedded into its very foundation via the concept of extra currencies—meant to ensure built-in reliability, low fees, and fast transactions.
⚫️ However, before a single extra currency arrived, it became clear that the foundational features weren’t sufficient for many token creators. They needed additional functionality—and different kinds, depending on the token. But it’s tough to modify a system’s foundation. So, the Jetton standard was introduced—essentially an “add-on” layer that allows developers to build whatever they need and expand functionality over time. As a result, Jettons quickly became the go-to token format on TON.
⚫️ Still, the idea of extra currencies never completely faded. After all, the concept was deeply embedded in the system—and seemed like it could still prove useful. The TON Teleport team, in particular, saw it as the best format for bringing Bitcoin into TON. The broader ecosystem also leaned in this direction: the TON Core team and wallet developers worked on supporting extra currencies.
⚫️ And yet, after all that, it’s now been revealed that tgBTC will be implemented as a Jetton after all. The reason? Jettons are “more flexible” and “seamlessly supported across the TON ecosystem.” Apparently, developers encountered unforeseen limitations with extra currencies that only became apparent during implementation.
⚫️ Realistically, this is a natural part of any ecosystem’s growth. Nobody knows everything in advance—real understanding often comes only through experience (and mistakes). So these kinds of “twists” are inevitable, and there’s no reason to mock anyone for them. But the situation looks ironic: the TON ecosystem and extra currencies have now “gotten together” and “broken up” twice. We’re more invested in their relationship than in our own!
⭐️ So what’s next? Was all the wallet development effort for nothing? It’s hard to say for sure (if you have insights, feel free to share in the comments). There had been talk of other extra currencies following tgBTC into the ecosystem—but now, their future is unclear. One thing’s for sure: it’s time to grab some popcorn and see what happens next. After all, Santa Barbara ran for 2,137 episodes!
@thedailyton
⚫️ Sometimes, the development of TON feels like a soap opera—think Santa Barbara—where characters break up, reunite, and repeat the cycle endlessly. A similar saga is playing out with the TON ecosystem and the concept of extra currencies. The latest twist: the much-anticipated tgBTC (“BTC on TON” by the TON Teleport project) will be implemented as a Jetton rather than an extra currency. For those who haven’t been following the series, here’s a quick recap of earlier episodes.
⚫️ TON was initially designed with the idea that, in addition to Toncoin, it would support additional currencies. This functionality was embedded into its very foundation via the concept of extra currencies—meant to ensure built-in reliability, low fees, and fast transactions.
⚫️ However, before a single extra currency arrived, it became clear that the foundational features weren’t sufficient for many token creators. They needed additional functionality—and different kinds, depending on the token. But it’s tough to modify a system’s foundation. So, the Jetton standard was introduced—essentially an “add-on” layer that allows developers to build whatever they need and expand functionality over time. As a result, Jettons quickly became the go-to token format on TON.
⚫️ Still, the idea of extra currencies never completely faded. After all, the concept was deeply embedded in the system—and seemed like it could still prove useful. The TON Teleport team, in particular, saw it as the best format for bringing Bitcoin into TON. The broader ecosystem also leaned in this direction: the TON Core team and wallet developers worked on supporting extra currencies.
⚫️ And yet, after all that, it’s now been revealed that tgBTC will be implemented as a Jetton after all. The reason? Jettons are “more flexible” and “seamlessly supported across the TON ecosystem.” Apparently, developers encountered unforeseen limitations with extra currencies that only became apparent during implementation.
⚫️ Realistically, this is a natural part of any ecosystem’s growth. Nobody knows everything in advance—real understanding often comes only through experience (and mistakes). So these kinds of “twists” are inevitable, and there’s no reason to mock anyone for them. But the situation looks ironic: the TON ecosystem and extra currencies have now “gotten together” and “broken up” twice. We’re more invested in their relationship than in our own!
⭐️ So what’s next? Was all the wallet development effort for nothing? It’s hard to say for sure (if you have insights, feel free to share in the comments). There had been talk of other extra currencies following tgBTC into the ecosystem—but now, their future is unclear. One thing’s for sure: it’s time to grab some popcorn and see what happens next. After all, Santa Barbara ran for 2,137 episodes!
@thedailyton
01.05.202518:47
✈️ Telegram's latest update: Is there anything new for TON users?
While everyone’s focused on TOKEN2049, Telegram just rolled out a major update featuring expanded group call functionality, new gift settings, and automation tools for business accounts.
⚫️ Let’s start with Telegram Gifts. You can now add a gift button directly to the message input field. Head to Settings, Privacy & Security section, Gifts menu to enable it. In the same menu, you can choose which gifts are shown by default on your profile or block specific gift categories — just like Pavel Durov did.
⚫️ The biggest changes affect group calls. Starting today, you can launch not only video chats or livestreams in channels (like our The Daily Talk broadcasts), but also spontaneous voice calls with multiple participants — no need to create a group. Inviting people is easier, and the new encryption mechanism now uses a blockchain-inspired tech for call protection.
⚫️ Business accounts — popular among active TON users and project founders — received flexible new automation options. You can now fine-tune permissions for linked chatbots, including message control, profile access, gift handling, and Stars transfers.
⚫️ One more small but useful tweak: forwarding channel posts to Saved Messages or recent contacts is now quicker with the new arrow button in the bottom right of each post. Tap and hold to open a shortcut menu — try it out by forwarding this post.
If you don’t see the new features yet, try updating Telegram manually. Then come back and let us know in the comments which feature turned out to be the most useful for you.
@thedailyton
While everyone’s focused on TOKEN2049, Telegram just rolled out a major update featuring expanded group call functionality, new gift settings, and automation tools for business accounts.
⚫️ Let’s start with Telegram Gifts. You can now add a gift button directly to the message input field. Head to Settings, Privacy & Security section, Gifts menu to enable it. In the same menu, you can choose which gifts are shown by default on your profile or block specific gift categories — just like Pavel Durov did.
Telegram also shared some interesting statistics: users already exchange over 10 million gifts every month.
⚫️ The biggest changes affect group calls. Starting today, you can launch not only video chats or livestreams in channels (like our The Daily Talk broadcasts), but also spontaneous voice calls with multiple participants — no need to create a group. Inviting people is easier, and the new encryption mechanism now uses a blockchain-inspired tech for call protection.
⚫️ Business accounts — popular among active TON users and project founders — received flexible new automation options. You can now fine-tune permissions for linked chatbots, including message control, profile access, gift handling, and Stars transfers.
As a reminder, Telegram business accounts (available with Premium) let users set working hours, enable welcome messages, and streamline customer communication.
⚫️ One more small but useful tweak: forwarding channel posts to Saved Messages or recent contacts is now quicker with the new arrow button in the bottom right of each post. Tap and hold to open a shortcut menu — try it out by forwarding this post.
If you don’t see the new features yet, try updating Telegram manually. Then come back and let us know in the comments which feature turned out to be the most useful for you.
@thedailyton
29.04.202517:09
💎 Who runs TON Foundation?
⚫️ Last week, TON Foundation welcomed a new CEO — Maximilian Crown — co-founder and board member of the payment system MoonPay. In his new role, Max will lead TON on its mission to build the world’s most accessible and widely adopted blockchain ecosystem.
⚫️ The abbreviation CEO itself stands for Chief Executive Officer. Typically, this is the highest position in the hierarchy of most projects and organizations. For example, Pavel Durov is not only the founder of Telegram but also its CEO.
⚫️ Meanwhile, TON also has the role of President, which is considered the top position within the organization. Since January this year, that role has been held by Manuel Stotz, who succeeded Steve Yun. This raises a question: what is the difference between the positions of President and CEO, and could there be any conflict between them?
🖊 We reached out to representatives of TON Foundation for a comment. Here’s what they told us:
🖊 And here’s what Manuel Stotz said about his new colleague in the official press release:
⚫️ We truly hope this will be the case and wish Maximilian the best of luck in his new role!
@thedailyton
⚫️ Last week, TON Foundation welcomed a new CEO — Maximilian Crown — co-founder and board member of the payment system MoonPay. In his new role, Max will lead TON on its mission to build the world’s most accessible and widely adopted blockchain ecosystem.
⚫️ The abbreviation CEO itself stands for Chief Executive Officer. Typically, this is the highest position in the hierarchy of most projects and organizations. For example, Pavel Durov is not only the founder of Telegram but also its CEO.
⚫️ Meanwhile, TON also has the role of President, which is considered the top position within the organization. Since January this year, that role has been held by Manuel Stotz, who succeeded Steve Yun. This raises a question: what is the difference between the positions of President and CEO, and could there be any conflict between them?
🖊 We reached out to representatives of TON Foundation for a comment. Here’s what they told us:
«Shared governance remains central to how TON Foundation operates. The CEO handles day-to-day execution, turning the board's vision into action.
Although not involved in daily operations, the President safeguards the Foundation’s mission and helps shape its broader direction. As a voting board member, the President shares equal authority, including the power to call meetings.
Each role complements the other to maintain a healthy balance between strategy and implementation, and both roles follow the Board’s lead without overruling it.»
🖊 And here’s what Manuel Stotz said about his new colleague in the official press release:
«In Max, TON Foundation is gaining an accomplished leader with extensive experience in successfully scaling global fintech operations. His deep understanding of the crypto market and blockchain technology, and his proven track record of operating one of the largest payments companies in the crypto space make for a great fit with our goals, and under his leadership, I have every confidence that TON’s ecosystem will go from strength to strength.»
⚫️ We truly hope this will be the case and wish Maximilian the best of luck in his new role!
@thedailyton
25.04.202518:05
🐤 Record-breaking Sticker and NFT Gift sales: Where is it all heading?
⚫️ Despite the lack of new designs for existing gifts and the sticker marketplace still stuck in a Schrödinger's cat state — somewhere between life and death — interesting things continue to happen in the market.
⚫️ In recent days, the Telegram channel Sticker Community has been actively posting OTC deals, repeatedly breaking sales price records. For example, Cool Blue Pengu sets #1, #2, and #3 were recently purchased for 4,000 USDt, 1,079.4 TON, and 3,075 USDt respectively.
⚫️ The creator of Tonnel Gift Marketplace isn’t falling behind either. Just yesterday, Mr. Freeman bought the Plush Pepe #1 from his own marketplace for an astonishing 14,850 TON ($47,416 at the time of purchase). What did he do with Pepe next? He sent it to Pavel Durov’s account — the one where Durov collects black-background golden gifts.
⚫️ Whether Mr. Freeman truly spent such a cosmic amount just to gift the founder of Telegram remains a mystery. Plush Pepe #1 doesn't have a long ownership history: minted on March 11 via Fragment to the wallet heybronicegift.ton, and then sent back to a Telegram account on March 25. One thing is certain — Durov clearly appreciated the gift, as he set it as his status.
🖊 Most TON users are now awaiting the full launch of Market, but whether it will trigger a new NFT season is hard to say. The launch of the gift marketplace on Fragment didn't cause a huge shift, so something truly massive would need to happen for people from other blockchains to rush over and start trading NFTs here.
@thedailyton
⚫️ Despite the lack of new designs for existing gifts and the sticker marketplace still stuck in a Schrödinger's cat state — somewhere between life and death — interesting things continue to happen in the market.
⚫️ In recent days, the Telegram channel Sticker Community has been actively posting OTC deals, repeatedly breaking sales price records. For example, Cool Blue Pengu sets #1, #2, and #3 were recently purchased for 4,000 USDt, 1,079.4 TON, and 3,075 USDt respectively.
⚫️ The creator of Tonnel Gift Marketplace isn’t falling behind either. Just yesterday, Mr. Freeman bought the Plush Pepe #1 from his own marketplace for an astonishing 14,850 TON ($47,416 at the time of purchase). What did he do with Pepe next? He sent it to Pavel Durov’s account — the one where Durov collects black-background golden gifts.
⚫️ Whether Mr. Freeman truly spent such a cosmic amount just to gift the founder of Telegram remains a mystery. Plush Pepe #1 doesn't have a long ownership history: minted on March 11 via Fragment to the wallet heybronicegift.ton, and then sent back to a Telegram account on March 25. One thing is certain — Durov clearly appreciated the gift, as he set it as his status.
🖊 Most TON users are now awaiting the full launch of Market, but whether it will trigger a new NFT season is hard to say. The launch of the gift marketplace on Fragment didn't cause a huge shift, so something truly massive would need to happen for people from other blockchains to rush over and start trading NFTs here.
@thedailyton
22.04.202519:12
🏆 Do airdrops actually benefit games: Anthony Tsivarev weighs in
Director of Ecosystem Development at TON Foundation recently published two threads on his X (Twitter) page addressing the challenges faced by GameFi on TON. Anthony paid special attention to airdrops, which helped dozens of projects attract millions of users in 2024.
So what were his conclusions?
⚫️ The core issue with airdrops is that they attract users who care more about the reward than the actual gaming experience. The goal becomes claiming and selling tokens as quickly as possible — not sticking around. As a result, player interest in the game vanishes, and community chats boil down to one repetitive question: «When token?»
⚫️ Even if you're planning to introduce rewardsin your project, don’t forget about two fundamental elements without which the game will feel dull and empty: «Fun» and «Progress». At the same time, airdrops shouldn’t just be based on donations or referral counts — rewards should feel genuinely earned by the player.
⚫️ Anthony even shared a short guide on how to transform your game:
⚫️ And in the next thread, he outlined the current priorities at TON Foundation:
🖊 In short, while TON Foundation works on building the right infrastructure and attracting players, developers are being encouraged to focus on making games that are enjoyable — with or without token rewards. «Let’s make games… games again,» concludes Anthony Tsivarev.
What do you think — can GameFi on TON find new life and move beyond clickers and idle miners?
@thedailyton
Director of Ecosystem Development at TON Foundation recently published two threads on his X (Twitter) page addressing the challenges faced by GameFi on TON. Anthony paid special attention to airdrops, which helped dozens of projects attract millions of users in 2024.
So what were his conclusions?
⚫️ The core issue with airdrops is that they attract users who care more about the reward than the actual gaming experience. The goal becomes claiming and selling tokens as quickly as possible — not sticking around. As a result, player interest in the game vanishes, and community chats boil down to one repetitive question: «When token?»
⚫️ Even if you're planning to introduce rewardsin your project, don’t forget about two fundamental elements without which the game will feel dull and empty: «Fun» and «Progress». At the same time, airdrops shouldn’t just be based on donations or referral counts — rewards should feel genuinely earned by the player.
⚫️ Anthony even shared a short guide on how to transform your game:
1. Replace «airdrop for hype» with «reward for action.»
2. Remove public promises and delight users with surprise rewards.
3. Link token to real revenue and RevShare to players.
⚫️ And in the next thread, he outlined the current priorities at TON Foundation:
1. Smarter targeting via Ads.
2. Native featuring in: TON wallets, Telegram Apps Center, TON ID (ex TON Society), Game Center, and more.
3. Better conversion rates: In-App Ads, Stars, and Crypto.
🖊 In short, while TON Foundation works on building the right infrastructure and attracting players, developers are being encouraged to focus on making games that are enjoyable — with or without token rewards. «Let’s make games… games again,» concludes Anthony Tsivarev.
What do you think — can GameFi on TON find new life and move beyond clickers and idle miners?
@thedailyton
19.04.202510:40
🍌 How scammers fake email addresses
⚫️ Recently, we came across a message in a TON-related chat that said: “We offer safe earnings in the crypto space.” It looked very suspicious—after all, that’s a common tactic used to lure people into scams. But we wanted to understand exactly how these schemes work so we can warn you. And if it turned out to be legitimate, we wanted to know the details. So, we decided to dig deeper and respond to the message.
⚫️ A pleasant female voice explained: “We’re a Binance partner and can offer favorable staking conditions. If you register through our offer, you’ll earn about 20% monthly on your savings. The offer will be sent from Binance’s official email address, and you’ll be able to verify its authenticity using Binance Verify.”
⚫️ A 20% monthly return on staking sounded unrealistic, which only strengthened our suspicion of fraud. But how could scammers bypass Binance Verify? We were curious and decided to investigate further. Before sending the offer, the woman asked us to prove we had at least 100 USDT on the Binance Smart Chain—so we temporarily converted that amount from our beloved TON to USDT BEP-20.
⚫️ Then we did receive an email, which looked as if it came directly from Binance. But the main link—“Binance DeFi Staking”—led not to Binance, but to a website with a random string of characters in the URL. At this point, the scam was obvious, and we didn’t interact with the site. But the verification issue still puzzled us.
⚫️ The sender’s address in the email was listed as
💡 So the scheme is clear: scammers exploit the fact that Binance Verify still shows “Verified Email” even when the address is spoofed. Many users see the big green checkmark and reassuring message and stop there—without reading the fine print below. It’s unclear why Binance chose to display such a comforting message in a scenario that isn’t fully trustworthy. But now you know what to watch out for.
@thedailyton
⚫️ Recently, we came across a message in a TON-related chat that said: “We offer safe earnings in the crypto space.” It looked very suspicious—after all, that’s a common tactic used to lure people into scams. But we wanted to understand exactly how these schemes work so we can warn you. And if it turned out to be legitimate, we wanted to know the details. So, we decided to dig deeper and respond to the message.
⚫️ A pleasant female voice explained: “We’re a Binance partner and can offer favorable staking conditions. If you register through our offer, you’ll earn about 20% monthly on your savings. The offer will be sent from Binance’s official email address, and you’ll be able to verify its authenticity using Binance Verify.”
⚫️ A 20% monthly return on staking sounded unrealistic, which only strengthened our suspicion of fraud. But how could scammers bypass Binance Verify? We were curious and decided to investigate further. Before sending the offer, the woman asked us to prove we had at least 100 USDT on the Binance Smart Chain—so we temporarily converted that amount from our beloved TON to USDT BEP-20.
⚫️ Then we did receive an email, which looked as if it came directly from Binance. But the main link—“Binance DeFi Staking”—led not to Binance, but to a website with a random string of characters in the URL. At this point, the scam was obvious, and we didn’t interact with the site. But the verification issue still puzzled us.
⚫️ The sender’s address in the email was listed as
do-not-reply@post.binance.com. When we entered it into Binance Verify, the site displayed a large green checkmark and the message “Verified Email.” However, in smaller text below, it also noted that the sender’s email address can be spoofed and that there are more reliable methods to verify authenticity. We tried those methods, and the email failed verification based on the parameters in the EML file. Apparently, the real sender address was different.💡 So the scheme is clear: scammers exploit the fact that Binance Verify still shows “Verified Email” even when the address is spoofed. Many users see the big green checkmark and reassuring message and stop there—without reading the fine print below. It’s unclear why Binance chose to display such a comforting message in a scenario that isn’t fully trustworthy. But now you know what to watch out for.
@thedailyton
05.05.202515:16
⌨️ The Weekly TON: Highlights of the week. Part 1
⚫️ How did the recent power outages in Spain and Portugal affect the functioning of TON ecosystem services — and are blockchains truly immune to such disruptions? We answer key questions about decentralization in our post.
⚫️ In a new episode of our howtoton series, we explore the concept of RWA. What does this abbreviation stand for, what opportunities does real-world asset tokenization bring, and is it really possible to move property ownership to the blockchain?
⚫️ The major announcement hinted at by TON Foundation CEO Max Crown didn’t take long to surface — $500 million in tokenized Telegram bonds are coming to TON Blockchain. We break down why this news matters for everyday users.
⚫️ The latest MyTonWallet update added the ability to view any address directly within the app, share tracking links for transfers, and log out of wallets right from the lock screen. Learn more about these and other improvements here.
@thedailyton
⚫️ How did the recent power outages in Spain and Portugal affect the functioning of TON ecosystem services — and are blockchains truly immune to such disruptions? We answer key questions about decentralization in our post.
⚫️ In a new episode of our howtoton series, we explore the concept of RWA. What does this abbreviation stand for, what opportunities does real-world asset tokenization bring, and is it really possible to move property ownership to the blockchain?
⚫️ The major announcement hinted at by TON Foundation CEO Max Crown didn’t take long to surface — $500 million in tokenized Telegram bonds are coming to TON Blockchain. We break down why this news matters for everyday users.
⚫️ The latest MyTonWallet update added the ability to view any address directly within the app, share tracking links for transfers, and log out of wallets right from the lock screen. Learn more about these and other improvements here.
@thedailyton
01.05.202514:21
✔️ Ethena joins TON: what did the announcement reveal?
⚫️ We previously wrote about the Ethena project and its upcoming launch on TON. Today, an official announcement was released, providing new details to complement our earlier post.
⚫️ At launch, the USDe stablecoin will be supported by wallets such as Wallet, Tonkeeper, MyTonWallet and Tonhub. It will also be immediately integrated into DEXes/aggregators (DeDust.io, STON.fi, TONCO, Torch, Titan) and lending services (EVAA, Factorial).
⚫️ To earn returns, users can stake USDe to receive tsUSDe tokens (similar to sUSDe outside TON). The promotional video claims an annual yield of "up to 15%." However, as we explained earlier, Ethena’s model depends on market conditions—the yield rises in bullish markets but can be much lower in bearish ones. The actual yield is unpredictable and may fall significantly below 15%, with real-world results to be seen in practice.
⚫️ In addition to Ethena’s native returns, early tsUSDe holders who meet specific conditions are promised a "10% APY boost" paid in TON. We’ll dive into the details of how this works later and share any useful information.
⚫️ The announcement doesn’t specify an exact launch date, but posts generally point to May. For instance, MyTonWallet’s channel noted that staking will be available in their wallet "this month." Support in Wallet is also planned for May, covering both custodial and non-custodial TON Space modes. It's said that Wallet will enable mainstream users to invest with "just two taps," requiring no prior crypto experience—a part of the broader "simplified DeFi" strategy previously mentioned.
⚫️ A couple of final notes: those already holding USDe outside the TON ecosystem will be able to transfer them to TON via Stargate. The Ethena promo video also showcased paying with a bank card using USDe, though no further details were provided.
@thedailyton
⚫️ We previously wrote about the Ethena project and its upcoming launch on TON. Today, an official announcement was released, providing new details to complement our earlier post.
⚫️ At launch, the USDe stablecoin will be supported by wallets such as Wallet, Tonkeeper, MyTonWallet and Tonhub. It will also be immediately integrated into DEXes/aggregators (DeDust.io, STON.fi, TONCO, Torch, Titan) and lending services (EVAA, Factorial).
⚫️ To earn returns, users can stake USDe to receive tsUSDe tokens (similar to sUSDe outside TON). The promotional video claims an annual yield of "up to 15%." However, as we explained earlier, Ethena’s model depends on market conditions—the yield rises in bullish markets but can be much lower in bearish ones. The actual yield is unpredictable and may fall significantly below 15%, with real-world results to be seen in practice.
⚫️ In addition to Ethena’s native returns, early tsUSDe holders who meet specific conditions are promised a "10% APY boost" paid in TON. We’ll dive into the details of how this works later and share any useful information.
⚫️ The announcement doesn’t specify an exact launch date, but posts generally point to May. For instance, MyTonWallet’s channel noted that staking will be available in their wallet "this month." Support in Wallet is also planned for May, covering both custodial and non-custodial TON Space modes. It's said that Wallet will enable mainstream users to invest with "just two taps," requiring no prior crypto experience—a part of the broader "simplified DeFi" strategy previously mentioned.
⚫️ A couple of final notes: those already holding USDe outside the TON ecosystem will be able to transfer them to TON via Stargate. The Ethena promo video also showcased paying with a bank card using USDe, though no further details were provided.
@thedailyton
29.04.202514:50
🏆 RWAs are coming to TON. What does this mean?
⚫️ Max Crown (the new CEO of TON Foundation) has been hinting for the second day in a row that an interesting announcement related to RWA (real-world assets) will be made at the Token2049 conference. Previously, this area was underrepresented in TON, so for those who haven't kept up, it's time to understand: what are RWAs, and what can they bring to the ecosystem? We explain in our #howtoton section.
⚫️ The basic idea of RWAs is simple. Besides cryptocurrencies, people invest in other assets like gold, real estate, paintings, stocks, bonds, and so on. What if we assign tokens to these assets, allowing ownership rights to be managed in the crypto world? For instance, could we sell not just digital art but also traditional physical paintings on an NFT marketplace? The term RWA has come to refer to any such 'real-world assets' in tokenized form.
⚫️ Why is this necessary when people already successfully buy paintings, gold, and stocks through other means? What benefits can blockchain add? It turns out, quite a few:
· We've already mentioned that this allows the ownership of a single asset (like a painting) to be distributed among many people.
· While stocks are typically traded during market hours, tokens are available 24/7.
· It becomes convenient to use these assets in crypto operations. For example, a user might own bonds and use them as collateral to borrow Toncoin.
⚫️ RWAs can also enhance the lives of crypto enthusiasts, enabling them to interact with a wide range of assets without leaving their favorite ecosystem. For instance, in the last few months, while cryptocurrencies experienced a downturn, gold was doing much better. Wouldn't it be handy during such times to shift some funds into gold with just a few clicks within your TON wallet?
⚫️ However, RWAs have proven most popular in the form of stablecoins. Essentially, a stablecoin is also a tokenized real-world asset, most commonly US dollar. The demand for these has clearly been high. In this format, RWAs have already entered the TON ecosystem with the introduction of USDT.
⚫️ Theoretically, the application of RWAs could be very broad, some people were floating ideas like transferring all real estate ownership rights to blockchain for transparency. In practice, however, only a fraction of these imaginative ideas have been realized. Governments are not rushing to update property registries, and not all assets are easily available in tokenized form.
⌨️ Therefore, it's hard to predict exactly what will be announced at Token2049, which types of RWAs it will involve, or how it will impact TON users. We'll keep an eye on developments and share all the details.
@thedailyton
⚫️ Max Crown (the new CEO of TON Foundation) has been hinting for the second day in a row that an interesting announcement related to RWA (real-world assets) will be made at the Token2049 conference. Previously, this area was underrepresented in TON, so for those who haven't kept up, it's time to understand: what are RWAs, and what can they bring to the ecosystem? We explain in our #howtoton section.
⚫️ The basic idea of RWAs is simple. Besides cryptocurrencies, people invest in other assets like gold, real estate, paintings, stocks, bonds, and so on. What if we assign tokens to these assets, allowing ownership rights to be managed in the crypto world? For instance, could we sell not just digital art but also traditional physical paintings on an NFT marketplace? The term RWA has come to refer to any such 'real-world assets' in tokenized form.
⚫️ Why is this necessary when people already successfully buy paintings, gold, and stocks through other means? What benefits can blockchain add? It turns out, quite a few:
· We've already mentioned that this allows the ownership of a single asset (like a painting) to be distributed among many people.
· While stocks are typically traded during market hours, tokens are available 24/7.
· It becomes convenient to use these assets in crypto operations. For example, a user might own bonds and use them as collateral to borrow Toncoin.
⚫️ RWAs can also enhance the lives of crypto enthusiasts, enabling them to interact with a wide range of assets without leaving their favorite ecosystem. For instance, in the last few months, while cryptocurrencies experienced a downturn, gold was doing much better. Wouldn't it be handy during such times to shift some funds into gold with just a few clicks within your TON wallet?
⚫️ However, RWAs have proven most popular in the form of stablecoins. Essentially, a stablecoin is also a tokenized real-world asset, most commonly US dollar. The demand for these has clearly been high. In this format, RWAs have already entered the TON ecosystem with the introduction of USDT.
⚫️ Theoretically, the application of RWAs could be very broad, some people were floating ideas like transferring all real estate ownership rights to blockchain for transparency. In practice, however, only a fraction of these imaginative ideas have been realized. Governments are not rushing to update property registries, and not all assets are easily available in tokenized form.
⌨️ Therefore, it's hard to predict exactly what will be announced at Token2049, which types of RWAs it will involve, or how it will impact TON users. We'll keep an eye on developments and share all the details.
@thedailyton
25.04.202511:51
🍌 How scammers “warm up” their victims
⚫️ Just like last week, we encountered a scammer and pretended to be a naive user to better understand their methods and warn you about them in the #antiscam series. Coincidentally, Elon Musk recently posted a meme that said, “If a pretty girl messages you about crypto, block him.” And sure enough, we experienced something similar.
⚫️ One of us received a message from an account with an attractive woman as the profile picture (possibly AI-generated). The message said: “Hey! I saw your profile and thought you seemed really chill. Just wanted to say hi and see how your day’s going.” It already looked very suspicious. But it wasn’t immediately clear what the end goal was. So, to figure it out, we decided to keep the conversation going.
⚫️ At first, the “girl” talked about neutral topics — jobs, where we live, etc. This is where a new Telegram feature came in handy: when you receive a message from a stranger, Telegram shows where the account is registered and when it last updated its name and avatar. The “girl” claimed to be from Luxembourg. However, Telegram revealed the account was registered with an Argentinian SIM card — and those countries are not even on the same continent.
⚫️ When asked, “Where did you come across my profile?”, she replied “in the Tonkeeper chat,” which immediately hinted that crypto was going to come up next. Sure enough, she soon sent a referral link to a shady website offering “great interest rates” on various cryptocurrencies. Ironically, the site didn’t even list Toncoin, but it did have Notcoin. We asked, “Can I invest in Toncoin?” She replied, “Ask support, they’ll help.” What a service! Can legit crypto projects also start supporting TON on request?
⚫️ The website itself looked extremely suspicious. When selecting a cryptocurrency, instead of using smart contracts for deposits, it simply showed a wallet address with a message like, “Send $100 or more here, and we’ll credit it to your account.” Very tempting! Of course, we didn’t fall for it. But the “girl” kept messaging things like, “I’ll help you figure it out. Look how much I withdrew yesterday! Why don’t you want to try? How are you? Where did you go?”
💡 What can we learn from this?
First, it’s clear why Telegram added that feature showing info about unknown contacts.
Second, this scam differs from others in a key way. Usually, the mention of crypto comes right away — “You’re eligible for an airdrop,” or “Earn safely with us.” Here, they pretended the chat had nothing to do with crypto at first. The friendly small talk was meant to “warm up” the target, to make them more receptive when the link eventually came.
⚫️ So Elon Musk’s meme could use an update: if a “pretty girl” messages you and doesn’t bring up crypto right away — that’s still a major red flag.
@thedailyton
⚫️ Just like last week, we encountered a scammer and pretended to be a naive user to better understand their methods and warn you about them in the #antiscam series. Coincidentally, Elon Musk recently posted a meme that said, “If a pretty girl messages you about crypto, block him.” And sure enough, we experienced something similar.
⚫️ One of us received a message from an account with an attractive woman as the profile picture (possibly AI-generated). The message said: “Hey! I saw your profile and thought you seemed really chill. Just wanted to say hi and see how your day’s going.” It already looked very suspicious. But it wasn’t immediately clear what the end goal was. So, to figure it out, we decided to keep the conversation going.
⚫️ At first, the “girl” talked about neutral topics — jobs, where we live, etc. This is where a new Telegram feature came in handy: when you receive a message from a stranger, Telegram shows where the account is registered and when it last updated its name and avatar. The “girl” claimed to be from Luxembourg. However, Telegram revealed the account was registered with an Argentinian SIM card — and those countries are not even on the same continent.
⚫️ When asked, “Where did you come across my profile?”, she replied “in the Tonkeeper chat,” which immediately hinted that crypto was going to come up next. Sure enough, she soon sent a referral link to a shady website offering “great interest rates” on various cryptocurrencies. Ironically, the site didn’t even list Toncoin, but it did have Notcoin. We asked, “Can I invest in Toncoin?” She replied, “Ask support, they’ll help.” What a service! Can legit crypto projects also start supporting TON on request?
⚫️ The website itself looked extremely suspicious. When selecting a cryptocurrency, instead of using smart contracts for deposits, it simply showed a wallet address with a message like, “Send $100 or more here, and we’ll credit it to your account.” Very tempting! Of course, we didn’t fall for it. But the “girl” kept messaging things like, “I’ll help you figure it out. Look how much I withdrew yesterday! Why don’t you want to try? How are you? Where did you go?”
💡 What can we learn from this?
First, it’s clear why Telegram added that feature showing info about unknown contacts.
Second, this scam differs from others in a key way. Usually, the mention of crypto comes right away — “You’re eligible for an airdrop,” or “Earn safely with us.” Here, they pretended the chat had nothing to do with crypto at first. The friendly small talk was meant to “warm up” the target, to make them more receptive when the link eventually came.
⚫️ So Elon Musk’s meme could use an update: if a “pretty girl” messages you and doesn’t bring up crypto right away — that’s still a major red flag.
@thedailyton
22.04.202514:38
📉 How cryptocurrencies react to the news
⚫️ Recently, the entire cryptocurrency market was shaken by new U.S. trade tariffs. Toncoin holders might be frustrated: “It had just recovered to $4, and then the news dragged it back below $3.” But it’s important to understand this isn’t an unusual situation — news often impacts prices.
⚫️ Think back to the COVID-19 pandemic. In March 2020, as it spread globally, it was clear it would hurt the economy. But no one knew how long it would last, how many lives it would claim, or how strict and effective lockdowns would be. During that time of fear, uncertainty and doubt, cryptocurrencies dropped sharply in value — along with other assets like major company stocks.
⚫️ News can also have a positive effect. Sometimes it’s directly related to cryptocurrencies, which makes the impact even more immediate. For example, when the U.S. approved the use of Bitcoin in exchange-traded funds (ETFs), Bitcoin’s price surged to a record high at the time. It makes sense: a new, mainstream use case emerged, and Bitcoin came to be seen as more valuable.
⚫️ More recently, the crypto world has been shaken by developments tied to Donald Trump’s presidency. At first, he was hailed as the “first crypto president” who would fire strict SEC chair Gary Gensler and make life easier for crypto projects. Hopes were high — and Bitcoin soared past $100,000 for the first time. But Trump- and Melania-themed memecoins failed to gain long-term traction, tariff policies hurt the market, and scandals like the LIBRA rug pull sparked a wave of sentiment like “Gensler, come back!” As a result, Bitcoin fell back below $90,000.
⚫️ Some might find this all bitterly ironic. Unlike fiat currencies, cryptocurrencies aren’t issued by governments. That’s why crypto-anarchists loved them at first — “Forget governments and banks, let’s create our own money and escape the rotten system.” But now, the value of that “own money” depends heavily on government actions. So did the movement really manage to break free?
📈 Still, The Daily TON sees a more optimistic angle. If the crypto market slumps in tandem with the stock market, it means people now treat crypto as “real” assets, governed by the same forces as stocks and other investments. If global economic events had no impact on crypto at all, it would suggest they’re still just “funny money” — not taken seriously. So the optimists can say the glass is half full.
@thedailyton
⚫️ Recently, the entire cryptocurrency market was shaken by new U.S. trade tariffs. Toncoin holders might be frustrated: “It had just recovered to $4, and then the news dragged it back below $3.” But it’s important to understand this isn’t an unusual situation — news often impacts prices.
⚫️ Think back to the COVID-19 pandemic. In March 2020, as it spread globally, it was clear it would hurt the economy. But no one knew how long it would last, how many lives it would claim, or how strict and effective lockdowns would be. During that time of fear, uncertainty and doubt, cryptocurrencies dropped sharply in value — along with other assets like major company stocks.
⚫️ News can also have a positive effect. Sometimes it’s directly related to cryptocurrencies, which makes the impact even more immediate. For example, when the U.S. approved the use of Bitcoin in exchange-traded funds (ETFs), Bitcoin’s price surged to a record high at the time. It makes sense: a new, mainstream use case emerged, and Bitcoin came to be seen as more valuable.
⚫️ More recently, the crypto world has been shaken by developments tied to Donald Trump’s presidency. At first, he was hailed as the “first crypto president” who would fire strict SEC chair Gary Gensler and make life easier for crypto projects. Hopes were high — and Bitcoin soared past $100,000 for the first time. But Trump- and Melania-themed memecoins failed to gain long-term traction, tariff policies hurt the market, and scandals like the LIBRA rug pull sparked a wave of sentiment like “Gensler, come back!” As a result, Bitcoin fell back below $90,000.
⚫️ Some might find this all bitterly ironic. Unlike fiat currencies, cryptocurrencies aren’t issued by governments. That’s why crypto-anarchists loved them at first — “Forget governments and banks, let’s create our own money and escape the rotten system.” But now, the value of that “own money” depends heavily on government actions. So did the movement really manage to break free?
📈 Still, The Daily TON sees a more optimistic angle. If the crypto market slumps in tandem with the stock market, it means people now treat crypto as “real” assets, governed by the same forces as stocks and other investments. If global economic events had no impact on crypto at all, it would suggest they’re still just “funny money” — not taken seriously. So the optimists can say the glass is half full.
@thedailyton
18.04.202518:51
🔥 Will Pavel Durov Speak at TOKEN2049 Again?
⚫️ TOKEN2049 is set to take place in Dubai from April 30 to May 1. The event’s official website already features the full list of invited speakers, a detailed agenda, and ticket options ranging from $999 to $4,999.
⚫️ One thing that stands out right away is the heavy use of Pavel Durov’s photos — they’re placed on the homepage, on the banners of the «Speakers» and «Agenda» sections, and even on the «Become a speaker» button. It’s clear the organizers really consider Pavel as the main guest of last year’s TOKEN2049.
⚫️ But there’s another intriguing detail: a panel titled «Scaling Crypto to a Billion Users» is scheduled for April 30 at 2:00 PM on the main stage — and oddly enough, no speakers are listed for this session, even though nearly every other agenda item includes speaker names.
Interesting — which platform with a billion-user audience could possibly help scale cryptocurrency adoption?
⚫️ While the world’s top minds search for that answer, let’s not forget that exactly one year ago at TOKEN2049, Pavel Durov announced the launch of USDt on TON. Will the ongoing legal case surrounding Telegram prevent him from attending this year’s event? We’ll find out soon enough.
🖊 In any case, so far there’s been no official confirmation that Pavel has returned to France.
@thedailyton
⚫️ TOKEN2049 is set to take place in Dubai from April 30 to May 1. The event’s official website already features the full list of invited speakers, a detailed agenda, and ticket options ranging from $999 to $4,999.
⚫️ One thing that stands out right away is the heavy use of Pavel Durov’s photos — they’re placed on the homepage, on the banners of the «Speakers» and «Agenda» sections, and even on the «Become a speaker» button. It’s clear the organizers really consider Pavel as the main guest of last year’s TOKEN2049.
⚫️ But there’s another intriguing detail: a panel titled «Scaling Crypto to a Billion Users» is scheduled for April 30 at 2:00 PM on the main stage — and oddly enough, no speakers are listed for this session, even though nearly every other agenda item includes speaker names.
Interesting — which platform with a billion-user audience could possibly help scale cryptocurrency adoption?
⚫️ While the world’s top minds search for that answer, let’s not forget that exactly one year ago at TOKEN2049, Pavel Durov announced the launch of USDt on TON. Will the ongoing legal case surrounding Telegram prevent him from attending this year’s event? We’ll find out soon enough.
🖊 In any case, so far there’s been no official confirmation that Pavel has returned to France.
@thedailyton
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