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NEAR at Collision: Expand into the Open Web with the Blockchain Operating System
NEAR Foundation is excited to announce that NEAR is heading to the 2023 edition of Collision from June 26-29 in Toronto, Ontario. NEAR experts will be at Collision to demonstrate how brands and companies can expand into the open web using the Blockchain Operating System (BOS). The BOS is an industry-first category: a common layer […]
Post Mortem: NEAR Discord Security Incident
This is a post mortem report regarding the recent security incident that occurred on the NEAR Discord server. The purpose of this report is to provide analysis of the incident, identify the root cause, outline the impact, and propose actions to potentially limit similar incidents in the future. Summary: On Wednesday, May 17th, the NEAR […]
NEAR x CoinGecko Raffle Winner: Terms and Conditions
The following terms and conditions (the “Terms”) govern the use of the NEAR Foundation Raffle (the “Raffle”) provided by NEAR Foundation (“we,” “us,” “our” or the “Company”). By participating in the Raffle, you (“you” or “Participant”) agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not be […]
NEAR Integrates Wormhole to Launch ZK-Enabled Cross-Chain Communication with Ethereum
Driving the evolution of Web3 through innovation and interoperability, bridging technology has become a critical factor in user adoption and functionality. NEAR Foundation has chosen to bolster its multi-chain interoperability by integrating with Wormhole, harnessing the power of cutting-edge Zero-Knowledge (ZK) light clients. This strategic move revolutionizes secure Web3 application communication, unlocking vast potential across […]
Rownd and NEAR Foundation are Cracking the Code of Web3 Onboarding
One of the main reasons that the NEAR ecosystem exists is to onboard the next billion users to Web3 — and that mission has just made significant strides by partnering with Rownd. An industry leader in digital onboarding and identity, Rownd’s passwordless authentication tech will utilize NEAR for more seamless interaction and onboarding for both […]
NEAR Horizon and Outlier Ventures Create Base Camp Accelerator to Propel Web3 Startups
NEAR Horizon, NEAR Foundation’s new Web3 startup platform, is joining forces with Outlier Ventures to launch the NEAR Base Camp accelerator program, an initiative aimed at supporting startups building on the NEAR Blockchain Operating System (BOS). As a Web3 startup platform, NEAR Horizon aids founders and developers along their journey of building on NEAR with […]
Knaq and NEAR: A New Era of Fan Engagement with Web3
Knaq, the pioneering fan loyalty platform, is poised to transform the way fans interact with their favorite creators on both Web2 and Web3 social media platforms. In collaboration with the NEAR Foundation, Knaq aims to foster more meaningful interactions within creator communities while providing true utility to NFTs and tokens via a summertime soft launch. […]
NEAR Horizon and Encode Club: Accelerating Blockchain Mastery for Builders
NEAR Horizon and Encode Club have joined forces with a singular mission: to simplify the entry into the Web3 sphere. This partnership forms a structured pathway, offering builders and founders a seamless transition into the blockchain world. Anchoring their efforts on practical solutions, NEAR Horizon and Encode Club aim to foster an inclusive and accessible […]
Taco Labs and NEAR Foundation to Give Shopify Retailers Next-Gen Customer Loyalty Programs
E-commerce is entering a new era of customer loyalty as Taco Labs and NEAR Foundation join forces to revolutionize the way 5.6 million Shopify retailers engage and retain customers. This innovative partnership fosters personalized loyalty experiences that deepen connections between brands and consumers, transcending traditional loyalty program limitations. By merging Taco Labs’ inventive platform with […]