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Telegram and TON: This is how the blockchain is revolutionizing our chats!
Martin Masser from the TON Foundation explains how blockchain is being made accessible to millions of users via Telegram.
Telegram and TON: This is how the blockchain is revolutionizing our chats!
In a notable development, Martin Masser, the head of growth at the TON Foundation, discussed the evolution of The Open Network (TON) within Telegram. According to Masser, TON is one of the few Layer 1 blockchains directly connected to a mainstream platform. This unique position allows TON to appeal to a large and active user base and significantly increase crypto adoption.
The integration of wallets, payments and mini-apps has led to an increase in daily activity within the network. However, many users are unaware that the TON ecosystem already exists in Telegram, offering seamless payments as well as NFTs, mobile gaming and creative applications. Masser highlights how easy it is for users to send crypto like USDT directly through Telegram chats.
The functions of TON within Telegram
Users can fund their Telegram wallets, which are automatically created for first-time crypto users. This natural integration of TON into Telegram allows developers to instantly access a wide audience and distribute their applications. Despite the existing functions, user awareness of the mini apps and their possibilities remains low.
An exciting feature of TON is the ability to create NFT-driven experiences and community economies within Telegram. According to Masser, this could lead to a self-sustaining digital economy based on collectibles and creator monetization. An example of this are stickers from the official Telegram shop, which are mined on-chain and generate automatic royalties for the creators.
Community engagement through the Sera Space Program
Another innovative aspect is the Sera Space Program, which allows community members to participate in a space mission, with spots reserved for people from underrepresented countries. Voting for participants and experiments in space will occur on-chain, using Telegram as a platform to encourage community engagement.
Masser's vision for TON within Telegram is clear: to create a platform that not only facilitates financial transactions, but also promotes creative and community-oriented experiences. With Telegram's large user base, there is huge potential for onboarding new crypto users and creating a dynamic digital ecosystem.