Original source: DWF Ventures Original translation: TechFlow

TON and NOT are soaring. As long-term supporters of the TON ecosystem, we have compiled a list of projects built on top of it.

Notcoin and other applets gain mass adoption

This is thanks to the era of crypto mini-apps, where @ton_blockchain has a strong distribution channel through Telegram. The logic behind this is similar to WeChat mini-games, where retail investors can easily access and frequently interact.

User adoption is usually a pain point for most consumer projects, but @ton_blockchain makes it easier. The famous click-to-earn game @thenotcoin has attracted 35 million users since its launch. @CatizenAI and @fanzeelabs have also attracted millions of users in the past few weeks.

DeFi is on the rise

@ton_blockchain DeFi TVL has grown 13x to over $400M in the last two months. Leading DEXs include @ston_fi and @dedust_io, which have seen their TVL grow 15x and 12x respectively since March.

Additionally, liquid staking platforms like @tonstakers and @bemo_finance have stood out in terms of liquidity growth.

TON stakers are able to earn yield and receive liquid staked tokens that can be used for other DeFi purposes.

A key catalyst for Ton DeFi was the @Tether_to partnership, scaling USDT on the @ton_blockchain and powering payments on Telegram.

Additionally, @PanteraCapital's recent investment in TON has brought more attention and confidence to the entire TON ecosystem.

Smooth user experience wallet

The user experience of the @ton_blockchain wallet has been simplified through integration with Telegram.

Users can easily connect their custodial/non-custodial wallets on Telegram and perform any transactions e.g.

Ecosystem Support

The @ton_blockchain ecosystem is developing well, supported by the @ton_starter startup platform, which helps many projects raise funds.

Additionally, @toncoinfund is a $250 million TON Ecosystem Fund that invests in strong teams interested in building on the open network.