The last decade was defined by revolutionary ideas kept in small boxes 📦 At Apex Fusion, we're building a future for web3 that promotes collaboration across communities "Future speak, we can bring other blockchain technologies into our network" - @APEXFusion23, CBO, @HAL_Eight

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📙 Weekly Ecosystem Update This week brings major progress across the ecosystem. Here's what's happening. ⬇️ 1️⃣ Ledger Integration for Light Wallets Route3 is assessing Ledger support integration and will provide a recorded demo soon! 2️⃣Bridge Audit & Redeployment Bridge audit on track with all fixes implemented and currently under review. The team is looking to commission additional security audits by external parties prior to mainnet launch. 3️⃣Reputation System BETA 2.0 & Marketing Push The Reputation System is progressing toward BETA 2.0; release targeted for end of the week. Full release is expected following mainnet launch. A marketing campaign will support the release to boost adoption. 4️⃣Bridge Validator Onboarding The final cohort of testnet validators is confirmed, with onboarding to finish in the next 8 days. Work is underway to improve validator communication monitoring. 5️⃣Ethernal: End-to-End Testing & Deployment ✅ All E2E tests have been successfully executed in local environments and finalized for testnet. ✅ Now that audit fixes are complete, we are entering the final testing phase before moving forward with partners. 6️⃣ Nexus & Bridge Testnet Readiness Work on Nexus and the Testnet Bridge is currently ongoing. The final list of E2E tests provided by Ethernal will be deployed on testnet soon. 7️⃣ Vector Testnet Fixes ✅ Issue Identified: A block on the Vector Testnet had an invalid network ID (0). ➡️Last Week’s Fixes: Added Docker image of the node to the release workflow. Fixed usage example in Blaze. Updated Vector tools documentation. Compiling DB Sync with our ledger (ongoing). ➡️ Next Steps: DB Sync: Compile with tested ledger, fix tests, build Docker, and integrate into the release workflow. Stay connected, and let’s keep building!

.@ApexFusion just had a HUGE week last week, here's what they've achieved so far: They're gearing up for their mainnet launch in mid February, which is a huge step for them, it's exciting to see the final preparations and what's next for the project They got mentioned in a BTCTN article about MiCA regulations, it's nice to see them getting recognition in the broader crypto landscape for how they're adapting to regulatory changes The new version of Route3 wallet now supports Apex's Mainnet, it's super convenient for mobile users, making interaction with the network so much easier Apex is also rolling out BETA 2.0 soon, with features like quest automation and real-time notifications via WebSockets, this is going to make the user experience much more engaging The Bridge Audit is on track, with all fixes implemented and testing almost complete, it's reassuring to see them prioritizing security before going live A new Brandbook for visual identity was released, it's great for partners and stakeholders to have clear guidelines, which shows their commitment to professional presentation There are now 134 active pools on Mainnet, and it's only growing, the recent X Space with SPOs was insightful, highlighting how smooth the process has been and how others can get involved These updates are really pushing Apex forward, and I'm excited to see what they'll achieve next

Lane Hutson was absolutely hyped up before the BU vs BC Beanpot championship game 😅

🚨🇺🇸GRAYSCALE FILES FOR CARDANO ETF ON NYSE Crypto asset manager Grayscale has officially filed for a Cardano (ADA) exchange-traded fund (ETF) with the New York Stock Exchange, expanding its push into regulated crypto investments. This comes as Grayscale and other asset managers race to launch crypto ETFs, with recent filings for XRP, Solana, and Litecoin. Institutional interest in Cardano is heating up—just last week, Virtune AB launched a Cardano ETP on Nasdaq Helsinki. Source: TheStreet

Finally after almost years of search they have done it, @ApexFusion have found a solution to connect the Ethereum and Cardano blockchains, here is a breakdown: ■The Problem: Ethereum has a big developer ecosystem but is hampered by expensive fees and network congestion. Cardano is security focused but lags in ecosystem development to match. A connection between both chains has been on many people's wish lists for a while, yet it has been tricky to technically achieve, some think its impossible. ■Apex Fusion's Solution: Apex offers a decentralized solution with the ambition to bridge Ethereum and Cardano via a novel architecture and toolset. ■Major components of Apex Fusion: ‣Reactor bridge: The foundational communication protocol for the secure transfer of assets and data. ‣Trichain architecture: ‣Prime network (UTXO L1): The foundation layer, secure, decentralized, and staking-enabled. ‣Vector network (UTXO L2): High throughput and resource-demanding applications layer. ‣Nexus network (EVM L2): EVM-compatible and thus developer-friendly for Ethereum developers. ■Advantages of Apex Fusion: ‣Interoperability: Easy movement of assets and data from Ethereum to Cardano, and vice versa. ‣Better Security: Designed as a more secure bridging system. ‣Scalability: Multi-layer structure solves the blockchain trilemma. Apex Fusion's launch would be notable because it would be the first successful, fully decentralized bridge between Ethereum and Cardano. It can: ‣Revitalize Ethereum: By giving access to Cardano's security and a new source of innovation, Apex Fusion could allow Ethereum to reclaim its leadership in the DeFi arena. ‣Unlock Cardano's Potential: Cardano has been somewhat cut off, and this bridge might integrate it into the general blockchain environment.

Apex Fusion is built through collaboration and strong partnerships over competition. Shoutout to our partner @ethernal_tech, Ethereum OGs and Web3 veterans, the masterminds behind the Apex Fusion Reactor Bridge. Great to see @CryptoTimes_io recognize the strength of our partnerships! Read more:

I can’t wait to see what users do with this network… super exciting #Apexfusion