KEY TAKEAWAYS
- The Open Network Foundation has expanded its partnership with Telegram, making TON the exclusive blockchain infrastructure for Telegram’s Mini App ecosystem.
- TON Connect will be the sole protocol for linking Telegram Mini Apps to blockchain wallets, streamlining user experience for Web3 applications.
- Telegram will exclusively use Toncoin for non-fiat payments, including ads and premium services, and plans to tokenize digital assets on the TON Blockchain.
- Developers migrating to TON-based mini apps will receive promotional support and can apply for Ad Credit grants to boost growth.
The Open Network Foundation, a non-profit organization supporting the TON community, announced an expansion of its partnership with Telegram Messenger. As part of this agreement, TON will become the exclusive blockchain infrastructure powering Telegram’s Mini App ecosystem, supporting its global user base of over 950 million monthly active users. The announcement was made here.
Since the joint initiative was announced in 2023, the TON ecosystem has seen significant growth and adoption. Telegram’s updates to its mini app platform, the integration of Toncoin for transactions, and its advertising platform have contributed to this growth. The new exclusivity agreement further strengthens the technological ties between TON and Telegram.
Unifying On-Chain User Experience Through TON Connect
Central to this collaboration is the adoption of TON’s wallet connect protocol, TON Connect, as the exclusive protocol for linking Telegram Mini Apps to blockchain wallets. This initiative aims to simplify the user experience by ensuring all Web3 mini apps in Telegram use TON to connect and authorize blockchain transactions.
All mini apps utilizing blockchain, including custodial and non-custodial wallets, user authorization, on-chain signatures, and the transfer of blockchain-based assets, must implement TON Connect as their exclusive wallet connect protocol within the next month.
TON Blockchain and Toncoin Exclusivity on Telegram Platform
Telegram will continue to accept Toncoin as the sole cryptocurrency for non-fiat payments on its platform. This includes payments for Telegram Stars, Telegram Premium, Telegram Ads, and Telegram Gateway, an alternative to traditional SMS verification. Additionally, Toncoin will be the only currency used to compensate Telegram Mini App developers and channel owners for their earned Telegram Stars and advertisement revenue.
Telegram also plans to tokenize digital assets exclusively on the TON Blockchain, including emojis, stickers, and limited edition gifts as NFTs.
Promotion of TON-Based Mini Apps on Telegram
Developers are encouraged to begin migrating to ensure a seamless transition and avoid service interruptions. Those who migrate within Telegram’s deadline will receive additional benefits from the TON Foundation, including promotional support. Developers can apply for up to $50,000 in Ad Credit grants to accelerate growth within the TON ecosystem.
To support a successful migration, the TON Foundation offers exclusive technical support, community onboarding, and marketing opportunities. Detailed guidelines and FAQs for developers are available on the TON Foundation’s website.
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