Blockchain Bulletin: August 2025

Midl Raises $2.4M to Bring Smart Apps to Bitcoin Network

Midl, a company building smart contract tools for Bitcoin, has raised $2.4 million in seed funding from big-name investors Draper Associates and Draper Dragon. This helps Midl bring dApps such as those seen on Ethereum directly to the Bitcoin network, without needing extra layers or sidechains. 

It also means developers can now build apps and financial tools natively on Bitcoin, tapping into its huge $2 trillion liquidity. Midl’s testnet is already running, with over 20 projects in the works, and the full launch (mainnet) is coming soon. To boost its real-world use, Midl is also rolling out user-friendly features for everyday people. With backing from firms that helped launch Coinbase and Ledger, Midl is set to make Bitcoin more useful than ever.

Ika Mainnet Launch Brings Safer Cross-Chain Asset Control to Sui

Ika has officially launched its mainnet. This makes it possible to control assets across different blockchains, such as Bitcoin and Ethereum, directly from smart contracts on the Sui blockchain. 

This is a big step in making blockchains work better together, safely and without needing bridges or wrapped tokens. Ika’s special tech, called dWallets, lets both users and the network sign transactions while following smart contract rules. It uses a new kind of cryptography (2PC-MPC) that’s fast, scalable, and secure, even with hundreds of network operators. The IKA token powers the system, handling things like fees, rewards, and security. 

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Major projects are already using Ika to improve lending, DeFi, digital inheritance, stablecoins, and more. According to Ika co-founder Omer Sadika, this launch changes how people and institutions can build across multiple blockchains.

888 NFTs Gone in Seconds: Tengr.ai’s Bold Entry into Crypto and AI Art

Tengr.ai, a platform that helps people create images safely and privately, recently made a big splash in Web3. It sold out its first NFT collection, called the Tengr Genesis Collection, in mere seconds on the Galaxis platform. 

The 888 NFTs, built on Ethereum’s Base chain, give owners special perks, such as premium features, token airdrops, and early access to creative tools on Tengr’s Canva-style app. 

What makes this collection unique? All the NFT artwork was made by real users, not AI alone! Tengr.ai keeps your data private and gives you full rights to your creations. It uses smart Hyperalign tech to make your content safe but still creative, no deepfakes, no harmful content. 

With its upcoming TENGR token and new Quantum 3.0 image engine, Tengr.ai is showing that NFTs are far from “dead.” It’s all about empowering users, not controlling them.

Football Meets Blockchain: QPR’s Groundbreaking Deal with TokenFi

Queens Park Rangers (QPR) have teamed up with TokenFi in a first-of-its-kind sponsorship for the 2025-2026 EFL Championship season. TokenFi, a leader in real-world asset tokenisation, will be QPR’s Official Partner and Official Training Kit Sleeve Partner. 

Their logo will appear on training kits, stadium LED boards, dugouts, lounges, and media backdrops. The deal aims to use blockchain to give fans ways to engage with the club, including the chance to “own” parts of QPR’s journey through tokenisation. Digital campaigns, matchday graphics, and videos will help bring the idea to life. 

TokenFi’s related brands, Floki and Valhalla, may also get involved, with potential for an even bigger partnership in future seasons. QPR says this move shows their commitment to connecting with fans worldwide in exciting, modern ways.

Mine LTC Without a Machine: Start Earning with PAXMINING

PAXMINING is making Litecoin (LTC) mining simple and affordable for everyone, no expensive machines or tech know-how needed. 

Traditional mining can cost over $14,000 for equipment, plus big electricity bills. Nevertheless, with PAXMINING, you only need to sign up and buy a cloud mining contract. This will enable you to start earning daily rewards in Litecoin or other cryptocurrencies, such as ETH or XRP. 

New users can obtain a $15 sign-up bonus, and daily login rewards up to $0.60. The platform runs on green energy (solar and wind), supports over 9 major cryptos, and is trusted by over 8 million users. 

With fast Litecoin transactions and zero hardware hassle, even beginners can start with a few dollars and grow their earnings over time. PAXMINING also links with Kraken for easy asset management, helping more people move toward financial freedom with crypto mining