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Associated Press
3 days ago
- Business
- Associated Press
Hyperbridge Expands Polkadot DeFi Access with Uniswap V4 Integration
The next phase of the Polkadot DeFi Singularity unlocks DOT utility across major EVM chains [Zurich, Switzerland - July 17, 2025] - Following the successful launch of the Polkadot DeFi Singularity initiative, Hyperbridge is advancing its mission to deepen DOT's presence across leading DeFi ecosystems through a new partnership with Uniswap V4. As Polkadot's native bridge, Hyperbridge has now launched DOT/ETH liquidity incentives on Uniswap V4 using Bunni, a specialized frontend for managing concentrated liquidity. Incentives for the ETH/DOT pool are currently live and will run for three months (until September 21, 2025). These incentives are aimed at rewarding liquidity providers and increasing DOT's utility across the Ethereum, Arbitrum, Base, and BNB ecosystems. As part of the broader DeFi Singularity roadmap, incentives for the vDOT/ETH pool-powered by Bifrost-will follow shortly, with a scheduled launch on July 24, 2025. This expansion will further strengthen DOT's presence on Uniswap V4 by supporting both native and liquid-staked forms of DOT. The partnership supports the broader goals of the DeFi Singularity campaign, a joint initiative by Hyperbridge and Bifrost, which secured 795,000 DOT in funding from the Polkadot Treasury to boost DOT accessibility on EVM-compatible chains. 'This integration with Uniswap V4 is a key step in making DOT a more versatile multichain asset,' said Seun Lanlege, Co-founder of Hyperbridge. 'We're using Uniswap V4's advanced infrastructure to bring DOT into deeper liquidity environments, and we're just getting started.' For full details on active pools, pairings, and APRs, visit the official Hyperbridge blog. For media inquiries, please contact Jonathan Duran at Jonathan(at)Distractive(dot)xyz ### About Hyperbridge Hyperbridge is a cryptoeconomic coprocessor for secure, verifiable interoperability powered by consensus and storage proofs. It acts as the HTTPS of blockchain interoperability, providing developers with onchain and off-chain SDKs for securely sending cross-chain messages (POST requests) and reading on-chain storage (GET requests). About Polkadot Polkadot is the powerful, secure core of Web3, providing a shared foundation that unites some of the world's most transformative apps and blockchains. Polkadot offers advanced modular architecture that allows devs to easily design and build their own specialized blockchain projects, pooled security that ensures the same high standard for secure block production across all connected chains and apps connected to it, and robust governance that ensures a transparent system where everyone has say in shaping the blockchain ecosystem for growth and sustainability. With Polkadot, users are not just participants, they're co-creators with the power to shape its future.
Associated Press
29-04-2025
- Science
- Associated Press
Polkadot Joins BitBasel's 'Art for Impact' Program to Send Artwork to the Moon
Global call for artists: Submit work inspired by the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals to be preserved on the lunar surface Miami, FL – April 29, 2025 – Polkadot has joined BitBasel's Art for Impact Space Program, a visionary initiative inviting artists to create work inspired by the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for inclusion in a permanent art archive headed to the surface of the Moon. This one-of-a-kind program is part of the GLPH (Galactic Library Preserve Humanity) archival payload, set to launch on the upcoming Astrobotic Griffin-1 lunar mission under NASA's Commercial Lunar Payload Services (CLPS) program. Using Nanofiche, a space-grade technology designed to endure the extreme conditions of space, selected artworks will be preserved for billions of years on the Moon as a testament to human creativity, purpose, and legacy. Polkadot, one of Web3's most powerful and sustainable blockchain ecosystems, joins BitBasel in rallying creators around the world to contribute visual works that reflect on one or more of the 17 SDGs, including climate action, quality education, gender equality, clean energy, and sustainable innovation. Submissions must be representable as still imagery and may include digital art, photography, illustration, painting, or mixed media. Artists are encouraged to create pieces that not only showcase their talent but also spark global awareness and inspire future generations. A curation committee composed of representatives from BitBasel, Polkadot, GLPH, and the University of Florida Blockchain Lab will evaluate submissions and select the final group of artworks to be included in the Moon-bound archive. Selected artists will be formally recognized as part of this historic cultural and space mission. 'This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for artists to etch their values into history—literally,' said Scott Spiegel, Co-founder & CEO of BitBasel. 'With Polkadot's support, we're expanding the reach of this mission across the Web3 ecosystem and beyond. The Moon is the canvas, and together we're sending a message that art can drive awareness, action, and legacy.' The submission deadline is May 9, 2025, and the selected works will launch aboard a SpaceX rocket later this year. To learn more and submit your artwork, visit For media inquiries, please contact Jonathan Duran at Jonathan(at)Distractive(dot)xyz ### About BitBasel BitBasel is a pioneering platform at the intersection of art, blockchain, and emerging technology. Founded in Miami in 2020, BitBasel empowers artists, collectors, and technologists through immersive experiences, curated exhibitions, and digital marketplaces. With a mission to 'Pioneer the Future of the Arts,' BitBasel has launched historic initiatives—from lunar art missions to global Web3 education programs. About Polkadot Polkadot is the powerful, secure core of Web3, providing a shared foundation that unites some of the world's most transformative apps and blockchains. Polkadot offers advanced modular architecture that allows devs to easily design and build their own specialized blockchain projects, pooled security that ensures the same high standard for secure block production across all connected chains and apps connected to it, and robust governance that ensures a transparent system where everyone has say in shaping the blockchain ecosystem for growth and sustainability. With Polkadot, users are not just participants, they're co-creators with the power to shape its future. About GLPH The Galactic Library Preserve Humanity (GLPH) is a groundbreaking archival initiative using Nanofiche technology to preserve humanity's cultural legacy on the Moon for billions of years. About University of Florida Blockchain Lab The University of Florida Blockchain Lab is an academic research center advancing the development and application of blockchain technology through education, innovation, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Associated Press
01-04-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Hyperbridge Becomes Polkadot's Native Bridge as DAO Backs DeFi Singularity Proposal
New initiative aims to improve DOT liquidity and accessibility across multiple ecosystems The Polkadot DAO has officially approved the Polkadot DeFi Singularity initiative, a landmark proposal designed to expand the accessibility of DOT and its derivatives across the multichain. With overwhelming community support, this initiative will enhance liquidity and interoperability, making it easier for developers and users to engage with Polkadot's DeFi ecosystem. As part of this decision, the DAO has selected Hyperbridge as its native bridge, reinforcing its commitment to seamless cross-chain connectivity. The proposal, which is a joint effort by Hyperbridge and Bifrost, seeks to address Polkadot's liquidity challenges by incentivizing DOT liquidity in external ecosystems. Historically, limited on-chain accessibility has restricted external users and liquidity from entering Polkadot efficiently, slowing its expansion relative to other blockchain networks. To counter this, the DAO has allocated 795,000 DOT from the Polkadot Treasury to launch a liquidity campaign. The campaign will distribute vDOT incentives to liquidity providers on key decentralized exchanges, focusing on DOT/ETH and vDOT/ETH pairs across Arbitrum, Base, BNB Chain, and Ethereum mainnet. By broadening DOT's presence in these ecosystems, the initiative aims to position DOT as a reserve asset, attract greater liquidity, and showcase Polkadot's interoperability across Web3. Seun Lanlege, Co-founder of Hyperbridge shared, 'This proposal lays the necessary groundwork for the $DOT asset to find greater utility in the multichain as well as the pathways for new users and developers into the Polkadot ecosystem.' This approval marks a strategic step forward in Polkadot's vision for a more interconnected and liquid ecosystem. With the Polkadot DeFi Singularity now set in motion, the stage is set for greater adoption, developer participation, and user engagement within the Polkadot network. For media inquiries, please contact Jonathan Duran at Jonathan(at)Distractive(dot)xyz About Hyperbridge Hyperbridge is a cryptoeconomic coprocessor for secure, verifiable interoperability powered by consensus and storage proofs. Hyperbridge is the HTTPS of blockchain interoperability, providing developers with onchain and off-chain SDKs for securely sending cross-chain messages (POST requests) and reading on-chain storage (GET requests). About Polkadot Polkadot is the powerful, secure core of Web3, providing a shared foundation that unites some of the world's most transformative apps and blockchains. Polkadot offers advanced modular architecture that allows devs to easily design and build their own specialized blockchain projects, pooled security that ensures the same high standard for secure block production across all connected chains and apps connected to it, and robust governance that ensures a transparent system where everyone has say in shaping the blockchain ecosystem for growth and sustainability. With Polkadot, users are not just participants, they're co-creators with the power to shape its future.
