Telos Network August Recap: Integrations, Product Updates, Events and Community

August was a milestone month for Telos, marked by growth and innovation. We launched our refreshed brand guidelines, reflecting our evolving identity and commitment to excellence. The much-anticipated Tekika mint energized our community, while the TLOS token gained wider recognition with new exchange listings. We also kicked off our developer education campaign with Hackquest, empowering the next generation of blockchain innovators. As we reflect on August, we're proud of our progress and excited for the journey ahead. Let's take a deep dive into everything we've worked on:

Major Updates

Refreshed Brand 

August marked the official launch of our new Telos brand! With bold logos, vibrant colors, and sleek fonts, we’re ready to take Telos to the next level. This fresh brand vibe is designed to resonate with our growing community and enhance our identity in the blockchain space. Explore and utilize these new resources in your projects.

See the brand here: https://www.telos.net/community-resources

Share on X: https://x.com/HelloTelos/status/1823111772301316357

Tekika Mint 

On August 20th, the Tekika mint officially commenced, generating excitement throughout the Telos community. Tekika is more than just a free mint; it’s a quest campaign that immerses users in the Telos ecosystem through a series of challenges with our gaming and DeFi partners, offering up to $100,000 in rewards.

Mint your NFT at Tekika.io

Integrations  

Titan Born Alpha Launch 

The Alpha version of Titan Born launched this month, reimagining the arcade fighting genre with a cyberpunk twist and fully customizable heroes. Inspired by classics like Mortal Kombat and Street Fighter, TitanBorn combines familiar gameplay with exclusive digital collectibles and a player-driven economy, offering real-world rewards and true ownership of in-game achievements.

Play the demo: https://titanborn.gg/

Enkrypt

Telos is now integrated with Enkrypt, a multichain crypto wallet developed by the team behind MyEtherWallet. Supporting over 60 blockchain networks, Enkrypt streamlines the management of $TLOS and other crypto assets, offering a versatile and user-friendly experience for both newcomers and seasoned crypto users.

Learn more: https://x.com/HelloTelos/status/1820490126281060819

SphereX 

SphereX has integrated with Telos to enhance security for dApps on the network. Builders can now rely on SphereX for decentralized, on-chain protection, ensuring the security of their smart contracts around the clock.

Learn more: https://x.com/HelloTelos/status/1828125868712960334

ChangeNOW 

Telos is now available on ChangeNOW, a non-custodial exchange offering fast, unlimited cross-chain swaps. Managing your $TLOS has never been easier.

Learn more: https://x.com/HelloTelos/status/1821939248372838724

UNCX 

Telos builders can now lock their liquidity with UNCX's token vesting and liquidity locker services. This integration is a significant milestone, expanding the range of services available within the Telos ecosystem.

Learn more: https://x.com/UNCX_token/status/1821560477471682970

Listings

TapBit 

$TLOS has been listed on TapBit, available to trade with the $TLOS/USDT pair. 

Trade here: https://tapbit.com/spot/exchange/TLOS_USDT

Learn more: https://tapbitex.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/36046330066841

dYdX 

$TLOS is now available for trading on the dYdX Chain!

Visit dYdX Trade: https://dydx.trade/trade/TLOS-USD?utm_source=dYdXTwitter&utm_medium=GlobalSocial&utm_campaign=GlobalSocial

KoinBX 

KoinBX has added $TLOS to its platform with trading pairs in TLOS/USDT and TLOS/INR, further expanding our presence in the Indian market.

Sign up now: https://tinyurl.com/3dpysb82

HotCoin 

$TLOS is now live on HotCoin, with trading starting on August 28th. This listing provides new trading opportunities and the chance to participate in prize-winning activities.

Learn more: https://www.hotcoin.com/support/article?code=23542353753411584

Network Statistics

Partner Shoutouts

• A big shoutout to @detledgertech for creating a handy guide to help community members easily submit network governance proposals. 

Learn more: https://x.com/detledgertech/status/1821226779920470045

• DefiLlama is now tracking Poolz Vesting on multiple networks, including Telos, expanding our visibility in the DeFi space: https://defillama.com/chain/Telos
• Bit Rivals celebrated Conkis game in a recent space: https://x.com/HelloTelos/status/1820625953778774174
• EthBelgrade did a concise recap of John Lilic’s talk on the essence of Telos. Check out the key takeaways here: https://x.com/ethbelgrade/status/1828417887314358723
• Telos Kiwi celebrated 360,000,000 blocks without downtime! Check out the celebration: https://x.com/TelosKiwi/status/1830206897544417774

Learning about Telos

HackQuest Course 

The Telos Learning Track is now LIVE on HackQuest! In just 17.2 hours, you’ll master Telos fundamentals, work on real projects, and earn a certificate issued by Telos. Ready to build on Telos? Start your journey here: https://www.hackquest.io/en/learning-track/f9a511a6-d098-4bba-9d73-462e7dfcb031

Learn more: https://x.com/HackQuest_/status/1828790231614509121

$TLOS Token Guide

We released a $TLOS Token guide that provides a quick breakdown of what $TLOS is all about. Curious why $TLOS is gaining traction? Find out here: https://x.com/HelloTelos/status/1828461566523482541

Meet the zkEVM Team 

We released interviews with key members of our technology team working on the future of Telos and the development of the zkEVM L2.

Jesse Shulmman, CTO of Telos 

See full article: https://x.com/HelloTelos/status/1821616205591146970

Zarko Gvozdenovic, CTO of Ponos Technology 

See full article: https://x.com/HelloTelos/status/1821258551349625006

JT Buice, Head of Infrastructure, Telos 

See full article: https://x.com/HelloTelos/status/1821247790984429901

Events

We hosted our first-ever Telos developer meetup in Chengdu, China, with over 70 builders in attendance. The event featured insightful sessions on Telos' tech stack, Web3 security, and more, followed by networking and discussions.

Thanks to our partners Hack Quest and open campus for making this event a success. Catch the highlights here: 

https://x.com/HelloTelos/status/1821576260457463810

Looking Forward

As we look ahead to September, we’re excited to share the following developments:

• Participation in TOKEN2049 Singapore.
• DeFi-focused September, with upcoming deFi related quested campaigns 
• Continued progress on SNARKtor and zkEVM L2 technology.
• Introduction of new integrations and partnerships to further enhance the Telos ecosystem.

Conclusion

August has marked a shift of energy within Telos. With a vibrant new brand, a buzzing community, and numerous $TLOS listings, we’re poised for continued growth and innovation. Stay tuned for more exciting developments in the coming months!