KEY TAKEAWAYS
- TON Accelerator launches Synergy, a $5 million initiative to enhance cross-chain developments between TON and Ethereum ecosystems.
- The initiative aims to connect 950 million Telegram users with over $90 billion in cross-chain liquidity, fostering innovation and commercial opportunities.
- Mantle, as the EVM partner, brings expertise in DeFi, CeDeFi, and gaming to the collaboration, encouraging developers to build cross-chain solutions.
- Developers will receive support in product design, technical integration, and go-to-market strategy to maximize their success in the Synergy program.
TON Accelerator has announced the launch of Synergy, a $5 million initiative aimed at advancing cross-chain developments between the TON and Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) ecosystems. This initiative is supported by TON Ventures and Mantle’s EcoFund, with Mantle serving as the dedicated EVM partner.
The Synergy initiative seeks to connect over 950 million Telegram users with more than $90 billion in cross-chain liquidity. This effort opens doors for new innovations and commercial opportunities for projects, empowering developers to build applications that span both ecosystems.
TON Accelerator and Mantle: A Collaborative Effort
With a proven track record in driving innovation, Mantle brings its expertise in decentralized finance (DeFi), centralized-decentralized finance (CeDeFi), and gaming to this partnership with TON Accelerator. Together, they aim to encourage developers to create solutions that seamlessly connect the TON and EVM ecosystems, benefiting both networks and facilitating cross-chain growth.
Sophia Rusconi, Head of Acceleration at TON Accelerator, stated, “We’re thrilled to harness the synergy between Mantle and TON, unlocking new opportunities for projects to scale across ecosystems with $5 million in funding.” This partnership is focused on opening new markets, liquidity, and advancements in DeFi, AI, and gaming.
Funding and Support for Cross-Chain Innovation
Alongside the $5 million fund, participants will receive support in areas such as product design, technical integration, and go-to-market strategy. This support aims to maximize their potential for success. With Mantle’s liquidity and scalable infrastructure, combined with TON’s extensive ecosystem, developers can leverage these networks to create transformative applications.
David Toh, Managing Partner of Mantle EcoFund, expressed enthusiasm for the collaboration, stating, “We are excited to collaborate with TON on this opportunity to create new pathways for liquidity and user engagement across both networks.” This collaboration marks the beginning of efforts to expand the reach of both ecosystems with strategic partners.
Opportunities for Developers
Synergy is open to developers ready to explore opportunities within both ecosystems. The program invites applications from developers interested in cross-chain DeFi, infrastructure solutions, personalized liquid staking solutions, cross-chain gaming, and other innovative applications.
TON Accelerator is not limiting Synergy to traditional DeFi. It seeks developers interested in pushing the boundaries of cross-chain applications within the TON Virtual Machine (TVM) and EVM ecosystems. Developers can apply for the program by visiting here.
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