TON Foundation Deepens Partnership with Telegram, Becoming the Exclusive Blockchain for Mini App Ecosystem
Staff Writer • 2025-01-22
Unified Blockchain Ecosystem Aims to Revolutionize Telegram’s 950 Million-User Platform ZUG, Switzerland, – The Open Network Foundation (TON Foundation) has announced a landmark expansion of its partnership with Telegram Messenger, establishing TON as the exclusive blockchain infrastructure powering Telegram’s Mini App Platform. This move cements TON's role as the backbone of Telegram's Web3 ecosystem, supporting a global user base of over 950 million monthly active users. TON Connect: Simplifying Blockchain Integration At the heart of this partnership is TON Connect, the wallet connect protocol that will exclusively link Telegram Mini Apps to blockchain wallets. This unification simplifies user interaction across Web3 applications by enabling seamless blockchain transactions. Starting next month, all Telegram Mini Apps requiring blockchain functionalities—including wallet integrations, on-chain signatures, and asset transfers—must implement TON Connect as their exclusive protocol. This creates a consistent and intuitive blockchain user experience within the Telegram ecosystem. Toncoin: The Exclusive Cryptocurrency of Telegram The collaboration also solidifies Toncoin as the only cryptocurrency accepted for non-fiat transactions within Telegram. This includes payments for premium services such as: • Telegram Stars: A token-based rewards system. • Telegram Premium: Subscription services for enhanced features. • Telegram Ads: Blockchain-based advertising payments. • Telegram Gateway: An alternative to traditional SMS verification. Toncoin will also be the sole currency used to compensate Mini App developers and channel owners for their earned revenue, further embedding it into Telegram’s ecosystem. Tokenization of Digital Assets In a pioneering move, Telegram plans to tokenize digital assets exclusively on the TON Blockchain. These include limited-edition NFTs for stickers, emojis, and collectible gifts, integrating blockchain capabilities directly into user interactions. Unlocking the Potential of Web3 Distribution The deepened partnership is poised to accelerate TON's global growth trajectory. Manuel Stotz, President of TON Foundation, emphasized the unique distribution advantages of this collaboration:“Telegram is the sixth most downloaded app in the world, a beacon for free speech, and the default messaging platform for the global blockchain community. No other blockchain has a comparable distribution vector. As TON continues its global expansion, we reiterate our ambition to empower over 500 million users before the end of the decade.” Incentivizing Developer Migration Developers are urged to migrate their Mini Apps to the TON Blockchain within Telegram’s specified deadlines to ensure service continuity. As an incentive, the TON Foundation will provide promotional support for early adopters, making the transition more seamless. Detailed migration guidelines and FAQs are available to support developers through this process. Revolutionizing Web3 in Messaging This partnership represents a significant leap for both Telegram and TON, aligning their missions to integrate blockchain technology into everyday interactions. By combining Telegram’s extensive user base with TON’s blockchain expertise, the collaboration aims to redefine how users interact with digital assets and services. With Telegram’s Mini App Platform serving as the foundation, the TON ecosystem is uniquely positioned to deliver scalable, user-friendly blockchain solutions to nearly a billion users, creating an unparalleled Web3 distribution channel. As TON targets the ambitious goal of empowering 500 million users by 2028, this partnership signals a new era for blockchain technology in messaging, ensuring a future where digital identity, data, and assets are accessible to all.
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