The SKALE ecosystem hit new heights in August, surpassing $8 billion in gas fees saved and processing over 650 million total transactions. This month also marked the launch of SKALE Swell, an interactive platform designed to drive community engagement and reward participants for using SKALE. With several exciting partnerships and the launch of a brand new ecosystem page, SKALE continues to grow and set new standards for scalability and innovation in Web3.

🔍 Quick Highlights

Milestones - Surpassed $8 Billion in gas fees and 650 million total transactions

‍SKALE Swell Launch - SKALE Swell, an interactive questing platform designed to drive engagement and reward users within the ecosystem, is now live. ‍

All-New Ecosystem Page - The new SKALE ecosystem page is now live, ushering in a new way to save, discover, and connect to dApps on SKALE.

‍11 New Partner Announcements - SKALE welcomes new partners, expanding its ecosystem with notable additions such as MetaKraft AI, Keepsake, and Netherak Demons.

Keep reading to catch up on the latest exciting developments in the SKALE ecosystem!

🏅 August Milestones

Surpassed $8 Billion in Gas Fees Saved

SKALE continues to set new benchmarks with its unique gas-free architecture. As of August, SKALE has saved users an impressive $8 billion in gas fees, reaching a significant milestone that underscores the chain’s commitment to eliminating transaction costs and enhancing user experience.

Over 650 Million Total Transactions

SKALE has now surpassed 650 million total transactions, reflecting not only its scalability but also a thriving ecosystem with more developers, users, and applications seamlessly interacting within the SKALE network.

🌊 SKALE Swell

SKALE Swell is now live! As an interactive questing platform designed to boost community engagement and reward participants, Swell has ambitions of welcoming millions into the Web3 space. Participants can engage in on-chain activities, complete dynamic quests, explore SKALE’s ecosystem, and earn exclusive rewards, with quests from partners like SushiSwap, Haven's Compass, and Zesh. To join the fun and start climbing the leaderboard, visit swell.skale.space.

🌐 Introducing the new SKALE Ecosystem Page

The new and improved SKALE Portal is now live, featuring an upgraded ecosystem page!

- Save Your Favorite dApps

- Find New, Trending & Pre-TGE dApps on SKALE

- Discover dApps with Active Swell Quests

Start exploring SKALE today via the Ecosystem Page in the SKALE Portal.

🤝 Built Different: Episode 2

In the latest episode of Built Different, SKALE Labs Co-Founder and CTO, Stan Kladko, takes you behind the scenes of SKALE's unique architecture. This series is designed to simplify the complex workings of SKALE and highlight what makes it stand out in the crowded blockchain landscape.

🚀 August Partnerships

In August, the SKALE ecosystem welcomed 11 new partners, including: 

MetaKraft AI - Partnering with SKALE, MetaKraft AI is advancing virtual asset creation using generative AI and Smart NLP to bring seamless on-chain 3D assets to Web3 games and XR applications.

Keepsake - Keepsake is revolutionizing NFT marketplaces by enabling in-game purchases and interactions directly within games of popular platforms like Google Pay and Apple Pay.

Netherak Demons - This Diablo-inspired ARPG offers players the unique experience of embodying Demons, bringing fresh gameplay dynamics to gaming on SKALE, appealing to both Web2 and Web3 players.

Explore the SKALE ecosystem of dApps using the new and improved SKALE Ecosystem Page.

🔊 SKALE Events

GameFi Unleashed at Token2049 - GAMIFY your Token2049 with SKALE at GameFi Unleashed on September 17! Soak in the stunning Singapore sunset while mingling with the brightest minds in the Web3 GameFi community. Register here. 

💻 Developer Corner

1. Beyond L1 and L2: SKALE’s Modular Blockchain for the Next Billion Users
2. Discover Your Next Career Opportunity: Introducing the SKALE Jobs Board

In August, the SKALE wave continued to grow with key milestones such as saving $8 billion in gas fees and launching the SKALE Swell platform. The continued expansion of the ecosystem with new partners and projects further strengthens SKALE's role in driving forward scalable and gas-free blockchain solutions. Exciting developments are on the horizon as SKALE continues to evolve and support the Web3 community.

About SKALE

SKALE is the world's fastest blockchain, designed for fast, secure, user-centric Ethereum scaling. SKALE chains offer zero gas fees to end-users and have advanced features such as AI/ML smart contracts, on-chain file storage, interchain messaging, zero-cost minting, and enhanced security features.

The SKALE Network enables developers to deploy their own EVM blockchain in minutes without sacrificing speed, security, or decentralization. Welcome to the SKALEverse.

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