Originally published on: October 24, 2024
Ankr, a leading Web3 infrastructure platform, has made waves in the blockchain world with its seamless integration of The Open Network (TON) into its API services. This groundbreaking move opens up a world of possibilities for developers looking to create decentralized applications (DApps) tailored for Telegram’s massive user base.
Gone are the days of tedious node setups on TON, thanks to Ankr’s innovative Web3 API services. Developers can now focus on building, enhancing, and fixing their DApps without the hassle of node management, saving valuable time and resources along the way.
With Telegram boasting an astounding 950 million users, the potential for DApp adoption is truly immense. Prominent DApps like Hamster Kombat, a wildly popular tap-to-earn game on Telegram, have already captured the hearts of over 300 million players in record time, showcasing the power of TON’s blockchain infrastructure.
Ankr’s integration allows developers to effortlessly connect to the TON network through remote procedure calls (RPCs), enabling seamless execution of transactions, retrieval of wallet balances, and access to ownership information. The TON RPC endpoints, powered by Asphere, form a global network of blockchain nodes for swift and efficient connectivity.
Chandler Song, the visionary co-founder and CEO of Ankr, expressed his enthusiasm for the integration, stating, “As the messaging app is already so vital to our industry, we will be very excited to see innovative new functionality come to life with barriers to building now removed.”
The TON blockchain’s native RPC services offer developers a direct line to network interaction for DApp creation on Telegram. However, Ankr’s integration simplifies the process by eliminating node management complexities, paving the way for streamlined development.
Furthermore, the TON Foundation’s collaboration with Axelar’s Mobius Development Stack (MDS) signals a strategic move to enhance ecosystem connectivity across 68 networks. This development stack empowers developers to build DApps seamlessly across multiple blockchains, bridging interoperability gaps with ease.
In a significant development, the TON blockchain secured a $30-million strategic investment from industry giants Bitget and Foresight Ventures. This funding injection aims to accelerate the growth of TON-based applications, with a particular focus on gaming ventures like Hamster Kombat and Notcoin.
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