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Ordzaar operates a decentralized marketplace for cryptocurrency traders, specifically focused on buying, selling, and exchanging ordinals. It specializes in assigning unique serial numbers to individual satoshis, enabling users to attach additional data and track transactions more effectively.

Satflow is a technology company that specializes in developing advanced trading platforms for digital currencies. Its primary focus is to enhance the functionality and accessibility of decentralized exchanges (DEXs) for Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. Satflow aims to address key challenges in the current DEX landscape, such as the lack of advanced order types, high-speed data processing, and liquidity pools. By providing robust infrastructure tailored for market makers and high-frequency traders, Satflow seeks to elevate the cryptocurrency trading layer to institutional quality, thereby fostering stability and decentralization within the crypto network.

Stripchain is an intent-based interoperability standard that enables chain abstraction.

Ord.io operates a platform dedicated to exploring and interacting with Bitcoin Ordinals. Users can browse various ordinals, analyze their inscriptions using object recognition technology, and engage with them by upvoting or downvoting.

OrdinalsBot is a technology company specializing in blockchain-based services. It provides a platform that facilitates the creation and inscription of tokens, as well as supports the broader Bitcoin ecosystem. The platform is designed to empower creators and developers, offering accessible tools for digital collectibles and fostering innovation, security, and community growth within the cryptocurrency space.

Saturn is a decentralized Bitcoin exchange that enhances peer-to-peer non-custodial orderbooks and provides a secure trading experience.

KEKKAI is a Web3 platform focused on enhancing security for cryptocurrency transactions. The company offers a security plugin that analyzes transaction simulations to identify potential risks and detect fraudulent activities. By providing these services, KEKKAI aims to improve safety in the crypto industry, enabling users to conduct transactions across multiple blockchain networks securely. The platform supports various wallets, allowing for a comprehensive approach to transaction safety and risk management.

Ordz Games is a gaming provider focused on the Bitcoin eco-chain, developing a blockchain-based platform that supports reward-based games with cryptocurrency integration. The platform features various inscriptions for retro games and facilitates a social gaming environment centered on crypto trading. Users can earn game points by participating in games and receive a pass token as a reward for winning, enhancing the gaming experience while engaging with cryptocurrency.

Tap Protocol is a protocol that focuses on the development of bitcoin capabilities through the Ordinals system.

Metagood is a for-profit company focused on fostering positive collective action within communities through blockchain technology. Founded by crypto veterans Danny Yang, Amanda Terry, and Bill Tai, the company launched OnChainMonkey on September 11, 2021, which is notable for being the first profile picture (PFP) collection created entirely on-chain in a single transaction. This collection has gained recognition as one of the most profitable NFT collections globally. Metagood's platform is designed to integrate charitable components into every NFT, partnering with organizations that address issues such as climate change, animal conservation, and youth empowerment. By combining NFT technology with social impact, Metagood aims to provide a sustainable and scalable solution that empowers communities while supporting various important causes. The company was recognized in 2022 by Fast Company as one of the 20 Best World Changing Ideas for Impact Investing.

Liquidium is a decentralized peer-to-peer lending platform operating exclusively on the Bitcoin blockchain. It enables users to borrow and lend native Bitcoin using Ordinal Inscriptions, a novel form of digital assets, as collateral. Users can lock their Ordinals as collateral to borrow Bitcoin, retaining ownership and exposure to their assets. The platform facilitates lending through Partially Signed Bitcoin Transactions and validates loan outcomes using DeepLake oracles, ensuring a trust-minimal and custodian-free solution. Liquidium is the leading Bitcoin NFT lending protocol by volume on the Stacks blockchain.

Access Protocol develops a new model monetization layer designed for digital content creators. By integrating Access Protocol on their site, creators can paywall and enable premium content to their supporters.

RepubliK GG specializes in developing a suite of tools for creators. It helps creators to unlock a wealth of untapped opportunities that cannot be reached within the confines of current social platforms.

Xverse develops a user-friendly Bitcoin wallet. It is available for Chrome on desktop and for iOS and Android.

Silent Protocol is a developer of a decentralized finance platform that provides full-stack privacy solutions for Web3 applications and smart contract assets. It enables the integration of privacy features into existing applications while ensuring that liquidity and network effects are not disrupted. The platform is designed to facilitate the secure deployment of new applications and to maintain user anonymity, allowing for compliance with regulatory requirements in the decentralized finance market. By prioritizing both privacy and functionality, Silent Protocol aims to enhance user experience while supporting the evolving demands of the digital finance landscape.

Tulle is a developer of a non-fungible token (NFT) swap platform that focuses on facilitating multi-party, multi-item exchanges in a manner that benefits all participants. Founded by Dr. John Ennis, Kuba Kwieicen, and Hamza Diaz, Tulle aims to provide innovative neo-barter solutions that unlock value within existing marketplaces. The platform is designed to enhance liquidity in NFT secondary markets by enabling transactions that previously may not have been feasible. Through its unique approach, Tulle seeks to create a more sustainable ecosystem for NFT trading and to promote efficient resource redistribution among users.

Upclub is a blockchain-based social NFT project focused on creating cultural experiences and entertainment for its members. Utilizing web3 and NFT technology, Upclub aims to foster a vibrant community where members can participate in various activities, including parties, networking events, concerts, and musicals. The platform also allows members to host their own events, facilitating deeper connections and interactions. By leveraging innovative technology, Upclub enhances community engagement and personal growth among its users.

VirgoCX is a prominent regulated cryptocurrency trading platform based in Canada, focused on providing a safe, easy, and affordable trading experience for users. The platform facilitates the trading of digital currencies through a fiat-to-crypto exchange, offering advanced technology and superior liquidity. It incorporates multi-level security measures and advanced trading analytics, ensuring a secure environment for individuals and crypto traders to buy, sell, and manage their digital assets. Furthermore, VirgoCX supports robust international payment services, contributing to the empowerment of the digital economy.

Xtingles operates as a multi-chain launchpad focused on autonomous sensory meridian response (ASMR) non-fungible token (NFT) collections, providing a platform for artists to showcase and monetize their ASMR work. The company offers a marketplace for digital sound art, allowing users to auction and discover personalized sensory soundscapes. By empowering artists and collectors, Xtingles aims to create a vibrant community that enhances the experience of ASMR through NFTs. Their vision includes establishing the largest ASMR Web3 network and integrating ASMR experiences into the Metaverse.

Hodooi is a NFT Marketplace providing multiple payment options to buyers and sellers.

Forkast.News is a digital media platform covering blockchain and emerging tech at the intersection of business, economy, and politics.

Pendle Finance is a decentralized finance protocol that allows users to tokenize and sell future yields.

Casper Labs specializes in providing professional services and support for organizations utilizing Casper, an enterprise-grade blockchain. Their platform is designed to facilitate the development of secure applications through a layer-one blockchain, which addresses the scale and operational requirements of businesses. By leveraging widely supported tools and workflows, Casper Labs accelerates application development while ensuring transparency in business transactions. The company is dedicated to fostering the adoption of blockchain technology among enterprises, offering a reliable framework for building private, public, and hybrid solutions. Through its focus on open source principles, Casper Labs aims to empower developers and enhance operational efficiency for companies and governments worldwide.

BTC Media is a global media company based in Nashville, Tennessee, focused on the Bitcoin and blockchain sectors. It specializes in providing information, education, and research that are essential for understanding and navigating the rapidly evolving fintech landscape. The company serves a diverse clientele, ranging from tech startups to established Fortune 500 companies, all united by a shared vision of enhancing the speed, cost-effectiveness, and accessibility of financial transactions worldwide. BTC Media produces widely read publications such as Bitcoin Magazine, yBitcoin, and The Distributed Ledger, along with various multimedia educational resources. Through these offerings, the company aims to empower individuals with financial knowledge and contribute to the development of future financial systems.

The Block is a prominent research, analysis, and news organization focused on the digital asset sector. Established in 2018 and headquartered in New York City, The Block operates with a team distributed across multiple time zones, enabling continuous coverage of the global cryptocurrency and blockchain landscape. The organization aims to serve as a comprehensive resource for individuals seeking to understand and navigate the evolving world of digital assets, including programmable money, distributed ledgers, and decentralized applications. Through its in-depth reporting and insights, The Block positions itself as a key player in the digital asset space.

TGG is a licensed network of casino gaming machines designed for the emerging Asian middle-class and VIP customers. Thru the proprietary government-certified open platform technology, TGG is harnessing the global casinos with a library of gaming ideas created by world famous game designers around the globe.

EXA Premier is a block chain based reward program across land-based gaming business, food and beverages and entertainment related industries (collectively, “EXA industries”) starting in Hong Kong.

Plair Limited operates a decentralized gaming ecosystem designed to create a community space for gamers. It facilitates engagement through various online and offline events, including tournaments, while providing tools that enable users to earn a sustainable living and pursue career opportunities in gaming. The platform employs blockchain technology to implement a gamer-focused economic model, allowing members to be rewarded for their contributions with Plair Tokens, a cryptocurrency asset. By fostering social interaction and financial empowerment, Plair aims to redefine the value of participation in the gaming community. The company is headquartered in Hong Kong.

Immutable develops blockchain-based eSport games designed to familiarize users with blockchain technology in a fun and user-friendly environment. Its eSports games use ethereum blockchain to transform digital asset ownership in the video-gaming industry. Immutable provides scalable blockchain infrastructure for video games, enabling organizations to bring transparency in the opaque world of in-game economies.

Alphaslot Lab Ltd, established in 2018 and headquartered in Central, Hong Kong, specializes in developing a blockchain-based computing platform tailored for commercial-scale gaming applications. The platform fosters connections among gaming developers, operators, and players, utilizing SLOT tokens and ALPHABOT avatars. It incentivizes user engagement and facilitates growth in the gaming industry by tokenizing rewards and enabling cross-blockchain connectivity. Gaming operators can contribute to network security by serving as validators, further enhancing the platform's functionality.

Tlon Corporation is a software company based in San Francisco, California, that focuses on the development of the Urbit software stack, an open-source framework designed to create a new layer over the Internet. This innovative system reimagines the entire software stack, incorporating a replacement for lambda calculus, a new functional programming language, and a purely functional network operating system where address space is treated as property. Tlon owns a significant portion of the address space on the Urbit network, positioning itself to provide hosting services for Urbit ships, which serve as general-purpose personal cloud computers, replacing various existing cloud solutions. In addition to its core offerings, Tlon also provides development and consulting services tailored for investment banks, hedge funds, and proprietary trading firms, thereby contributing to the broader adoption and functionality of the Urbit platform.

Contentbox is a blockchain platform designed to create a decentralized ecosystem for the digital content industry, connecting users, creators, and advertisers. It aims to streamline the distribution and monetization of audio and visual content through a centralized payout system that facilitates micro-payments and financing infrastructure. The platform also provides a secure and efficient environment for multi-party payments and includes a blockchain-based identity and attribution service. By unifying various applications, Contentbox seeks to enhance the operational efficiency of content apps and websites, ultimately benefiting all stakeholders involved in the digital content landscape.

Basis, established in 2017 and headquartered in Hoboken, New Jersey, specializes in developing an algorithmic cryptocurrency protocol. This protocol is designed to stabilize purchasing power by automatically adjusting the supply of its cryptocurrency, similar to how central banks manage fiscal debt.

Origin Protocol, Inc. is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in developing a blockchain platform for decentralized marketplaces within the global sharing economy. Founded in 2017, Origin offers an open-source protocol that leverages the Ethereum blockchain and the Interplanetary File System (IPFS) to facilitate peer-to-peer transactions. This platform enables the creation and management of listings for fractional use of goods and services, such as car-sharing and home-sharing, while allowing buyers and sellers to discover one another, make bookings, and leave ratings and reviews without the need for traditional intermediaries. By lowering transaction fees and promoting transparent commerce, Origin aims to empower users and foster a more equitable marketplace ecosystem.

CoinCart is a comprehensive ICO issuance platform designed to facilitate capital raising and investor management for companies. Its infrastructure enables a seamless execution of initial coin offerings by handling essential processes such as the collection of investor documentation and the approval of investors through KYC (know your customer) procedures. The platform supports investments in multiple cryptocurrencies and efficiently manages wallet information for investors, allowing companies to navigate the ICO landscape with ease. CoinCart aims to streamline the complexities associated with launching an ICO, making it a valuable resource for businesses looking to attract investment.

Open Platform is a company based in San Francisco that specializes in developing a blockchain-based payment infrastructure for applications and online transactions. Incorporated in 2017, it aims to promote the use of decentralized technologies in everyday experiences, particularly for app developers. The platform provides an open-source framework that allows developers to create, distribute, and monetize their applications using cryptocurrency. By leveraging blockchain technology, Open Platform enhances the capabilities of mainstream software developers, enabling them to manage customizable payments and data within their applications efficiently.

Mainframe — A decentralized network for censorship-resistant message routing. The need for a privacy and security focused communications ecosystem has never been higher. Distrust and centralized powers abound, with third parties monopolizing users’ information and governments imposing surveillance tactics on citizens inside and outside their borders. Each takes advantage of the same decades-old architecture on which the entire Internet is built. The Mainframe network is the messaging layer for the new web. This goes beyond human-to-human messaging. There are many use-cases and applications for reliably, privately, and securely routing data packets through the Mainframe peer-to-peer network. Mainframe is resistant to censorship, surveillance, and disruption. With the exception of a catastrophic asteroid event or an aggressive alien invasion, the Mainframe network is simply unstoppable. We build with five fundamental principles as our guide.

Tari Labs, LLC is a company based in Oakland, California, that specializes in developing a decentralized blockchain protocol focused on digital assets. Founded in 2018, its platform allows users to manage, utilize, and transfer various digital assets, including tickets, loyalty points, and virtual goods. Tari Labs also offers Aurora, a mobile payment wallet that facilitates the transfer of digital currency. The company aims to provide a user-friendly environment for creating digitally scarce items, empowering individuals and businesses to explore new opportunities within the digital asset landscape. By offering customizable templates and rulesets, Tari Labs enables customers to leverage its blockchain protocol effectively.

Mithril is a decentralized social network ecosystem that leverages blockchain technology to reward content creators for their contributions. Founded in 2017 and based in Taipei, Taiwan, Mithril integrates its ERC-20 social media token, MITH, into both new and existing social media platforms. The MITH token serves as a utility within the Mithril ecosystem, allowing users to spend it on various services, including dating applications, premium content channels, and live-streaming platforms. Additionally, Mithril features Lit, a platform that facilitates social mining, and Mithril Vault, a digital asset management tool for Mithril tokens. The Mithril Merchant Network aims to enable retail acceptance of MITH as a payment method, initially targeting retailers in Taiwan, Singapore, and Hong Kong. With a focus on meeting the needs of the younger generation of social media users and early crypto adopters, Mithril seeks to create a valuable ecosystem that benefits both users and partner merchants.

Machi X is a social marketplace designed for the discovery and exchange of intellectual properties and their rights, effectively connecting copyright owners with their supporters. Founded by Jeffrey Huang and Leo Cheng, the platform addresses the challenges faced by artists in the music industry by leveraging technology to allow content creators to concentrate on their artistic endeavors. Machi X offers a streamlined online platform that facilitates copyright contracts, enabling copyright owners to place their copyright currency within the marketplace. This service ensures that the intrinsic value of the creators' work can be preserved and returned to the holders of these rights in the future. The platform primarily targets singers and producers, aiming to enhance the ecosystem for creative professionals.