Welcome to the first progress report of 2025. As we build on the success of 2024, this update provides an in-depth look at our ongoing initiatives and forward-looking projects.
We invite you to revisit last year’s achievements in our 2024 Recap and see how we’re setting the stage for a transformative year ahead.
From late December into early January, our “12 Days of Shipmas” initiative set the tempo for 2025 by showcasing a series of key ecosystem developments. Beyond the four grant announcements, the initiative highlighted several strategic updates – including the integration of wMPC and wBTC into our BYOC portfolio.
Here’s an overview:
As a special bonus announcement, we revealed our partnership with Katara, an AI-powered workflow automation platform that will enhance developer documentation and explore confidential data handling using MPC.
You can check out our 12 Days of Shipmas Recap here and the subsequent follow-up article providing greater insights into the 4 Grants here (link to tweet with an article at the end of the thread).
On January 16, we released an article on X providing further insights into our updated technical roadmap for the first half of 2025. This roadmap is packed with features, with two of the most transformative components being:
These innovations not only meet the growing demand for privacy-first solutions but also open new avenues in sectors such as finance, healthcare, and beyond.
For the full details, please review the article with the roadmap here.
At Davos 2025, our co-founder Kurt Nielsen illuminates how Real-World Assets (RWAs) are reshaping industries by highlighting three critical enablers:
As Kurt remarked in the video, “More is happening under the hood than meets the eye.”
At Partisia, we are proud to drive this change and empower industries to harness the full potential of decentralized technologies. You can watch the video of Kurt outlining these insights, shared on X, by clicking here.
In addition to Kurt’s feature, Alex was also invited to speak at a Roundtable organized by the Health Innovation Exchange (HIEX) within the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Tent.
We attended an event in Japan that was organised by one of the validators in our ecosystem. It attracted over 400 attendees, with approximately 80% being token holders. We hugely valued the opportunity to engage with so many of our contributors.
However, following the event, certain allegations came to light about the organisers and the marketing practices that may have enabled them to build such a sizable community. In response, we have removed the original tweet and will issue a statement in Japanese clarifying that there is no formal affiliation.
We acknowledge the positive aspects of the event and the lessons learned as we continue to refine our global engagements.
This month, our Twitter Spaces featured in-depth discussions on blockchain innovation, liquid staking, AI, and more, bringing insights from industry leaders and our team at Partisia Blockchain.
Here’s a look back at the conversations with links for you to listen to the recordings:
Our first community call of the month focused on roadmap updates, ongoing priorities, and what’s ahead. We were also joined by Florian Le Goff, CEO of Synaps, for a grant spotlight segment, followed by a live Q&A that included insights into our technical roadmap for H1 2025. Replay available here.
In the recent X Spaces session, Alexander Elhorst from Sceptre spoke about their upcoming liquid staking solution for the Partisia Blockchain ecosystem. Key topics included earning staking rewards while maintaining liquidity with $sMPC tokens, security measures through smart contract audits, and managing challenges such as the 7-day cooldown period within our 1 entity = 1 node policy.
Curious about how Sceptre is shaping the future of staking on Partisia Blockchain? Listen to the recording of Spaces by clicking here to dive deeper into the technical details and the exciting potential of liquid staking!
In Web3 Global Talks – Powered by PAW Chain, Bettina Sosa (Betts), our Head of Developer Relations, explored the evolution of trust in blockchain, touching on the role of Zero-Knowledge Proofs (ZKPs), digital identities, and trustful systems. Listen to the full discussion here.
A thought-provoking conversation on how pervasive AI will shape the future, including reflections on how the next generation will grow up with AI as a constant companion, featuring insights from our CEO – listen to the space here.
January was filled with various exciting updates, content, initiatives and ecosystem collaborations with key partners:
Betts has been busy building AI solutions from scratch and sharing her experiences in our ecosystem. Her recent pieces on the journey toward Agentic Trust offer a deeper look into our approach to integrating AI with blockchain.
Discover Betts’ insights on building AI solutions from scratch and her perspective on Agentic Trust.
In a blog post, shared on X, we explored the rise of AI agents in decentralized systems, discussing both the challenges and innovations that they bring – check it out here.
In a notable presentation, our CEO Adrienne and CPO Martin Bundgaard attended Secret Network’s recent event to discuss integrating privacy into Web3. As captured in our remark, “TEE 🤝 MPC = Privacy Szn,” this collaboration underscores our commitment to secure, privacy-preserving blockchain solutions. Click here to watch the presentation.
With the V2.9.1 release, Koala Wallet now supports bridging and wrapping with both $MPC and $wMPC, enhancing seamless onboarding and interoperability with Partisia Blockchain. See Koala Wallet’s tweet here.
On the last day of the month, zkCross – the first native DEX on Partisia Blockchain – launched in Phase 1 (soft launch). This limited beta release is designed for testing and refining the platform ahead of full-scale trading. Check out the official announcement in our Telegram group for further details on what this launch consists of and what you can expect. There is also a 25,000 bug bounty program for this initial phase.
Phase 2 will result in wider marketing to increase usage of the DEX, alongside various UI/UX improvements and the introduction of the “Lock Swap” functionality!
Thank you for your continued support as we drive forward the future of privacy-first blockchain innovation. Together, we’re building a scalable, interconnected, and transformative Web3 ecosystem for 2025 and beyond.
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2024 marked a pivotal year for Partisia Blockchain as we transitioned from Beta to a fully operational mainnet and saw the MPC token listed on major foundational exchanges. From onboarding innovative projects to expanding partnerships and refining our core infrastructure, we’ve laid the groundwork for a breakout 2025. The surge in data breaches, coupled with the growing reliance on AI, highlights the critical need for privacy-enhancing technologies.
Read on to catch up on all the updates from 2024.
In March, the $MPC token launched on leading centralized exchanges including KuCoin, Bitfinex, Gate.io, MEXC, BitMart, and Bitrue.
This milestone enabled:
The $MPC token’s robust initial trading volumes underscored the community’s confidence in its potential to empower industries and individuals with privacy-first blockchain solutions.
Kurt Nielsen, President of Partisia Blockchain:
“The overwhelming interest in the MPC token reaffirms our position as an industry leader. Our technology ensures trustless transaction safety without compromising speed, scalability, or interoperability. The MPC token empowers users to shape the future of Web3 while paving the way for transformative innovation.”
Shortly following these MPC listings, we reached a pivotal moment with the transition from Beta Mainnet to a fully operational Mainnet in June. Including:
With the completion of all roadmap items, Partisia Blockchain is positioned to scale privacy-centric web3 solutions globally.
Stay tuned for our updated roadmap in early 2025!
In September, we welcomed Adrienne Youngman as CEO of the Partisia Blockchain Foundation. Adrienne’s extensive experience in global brand strategy and Web3 innovation has already begun to reinvigorate our mission.
Highlights of Adrienne’s Leadership:
Since stepping into her role, Adrienne has been instrumental in:
Her leadership has set a clear course for scaling privacy-first blockchain solutions and driving broader adoption.
2024 underscored the growing importance of Privacy-Enhancing Technologies (PETs) in a world increasingly reliant on sensitive data. With data breaches rising from 447 in 2012 to over 3,200 in 2023, the urgency for privacy-first solutions has never been greater.
Partisia Blockchain’s PETs, like Multi-Party Computation (MPC), enable secure data flows, privacy-preserving AI interactions, and innovative identity solutions all while improving user experience and enabling new features and products.
Since the mainnet launch in June, a number of projects have successfully launched on Partisia Blockchain:
The second half of the year saw increased interest in leveraging Partisia Blockchain’s privacy-first infrastructure. Some of these collaborations include:
With only a week into 2025, we’ve already announced several exciting projects set to launch this year:
These initiatives build on the momentum of 2024, demonstrating the ongoing demand for privacy-first blockchain solutions and paving the way for broader ecosystem growth in 2025.
With many of these projects expected to launch on mainnet in 2025, Partisia Blockchain is positioned to deliver transformative applications across DeFi, real-world asset tokenization, and privacy-first solutions.
“As we begin a New Year, I want to take a moment to thank each of you – our contributors, partners, and community – for your incredible support.
When I joined Partisia Blockchain in September, I was struck by the sophistication of our technology and the immense potential of our mission. My priority has been clear: dramatically accelerating awareness and adoption of this groundbreaking technology.
In 2024, we:
Looking ahead to 2025, the opportunities are huge. Together, we will unlock the full potential of privacy-first blockchain solutions – the next evolution of blockchain technology.”
2024 was a year of progress, partnerships, and purpose for Partisia Blockchain. We are grateful to our community, partners, and contributors who have been instrumental in this journey.
With the momentum of 2024, we enter 2025 with a clear mission: to lead the future of Web3 with scalable, privacy-first solutions.
Stay tuned as we continue to redefine what’s possible in blockchain technology.
Here’s to an extraordinary 2025!
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December was a month of growth, gratitude and groundbreaking milestones for Partisia Blockchain as we celebrated new achievements and strengthened our ecosystem.
This month showcased the culmination of collective efforts, with significant milestones highlighting our commitment to innovation, community engagement, and technological leadership.
From groundbreaking advancements in DeFi and wallet integrations to initiatives that honor our supportive community, we have made strides that solidify our position as a leader in the blockchain space.
Here are the highlights that made this month extraordinary.
Dive into the full details below.
We’re thrilled to announce an additional AirDrop round to reward our most dedicated contributors! Our community is the cornerstone of everything we do, and this top-up reflects our gratitude for your exceptional support.
While our initial distribution rewarded a wide range of participants, we recognized the need to further honor those who went above and beyond. This additional round is our way of ensuring fairness and appreciation.
Key Details:
Don’t miss out! Read the full announcement here.
We’ve also been busy cleaning up our to do’s. From handing our listing competition to compensating our amazing ambassadors on a timely basis, we’ve been working hard to ensure all the promises we made are kept.
We’re excited to welcome Bettina Sosa as Partisia Blockchain’s new Head of Developer Relations! With extensive experience in technology and community building, Bettina is ready to strengthen our developer ecosystem and drive innovation.
Her goals:
Bettina’s vision aligns perfectly with our mission to deliver privacy-preserving and decentralized solutions.
Watch her full interview here: https://youtu.be/w2f-6kW0meM
DeFi is coming to Partisia blockchain! Since June of 2024, we’ve been focused on bringing DeFi to Partisia Blockchain and we are happy to announce our partners that are bringing the key pillars of a DeFi ecosystem on our network.
Koala wallet has now integrated into Browser, using Wallet Connect! We’ve been working hard integrating both Wallet Connect as well as Koala wallet
$MPC token is now onboarded to transak! This means anyone with a simple credit card will now be able to purchase MPC tokens using various onramps that support Transak. First will be zkCross Network’s onramp system, with Koala wallet upcoming next. Check it out at https://global.transak.com/ and see how simple it is to now purchase MPC tokens!
We’ve redoubled our efforts to engage with audiences beyond our existing community by participating in various external channels and events.
Adrienne has been at the forefront, discussing DePIN and the data-driven future alongside AYDO. Additionally, we hosted a session with Bitfinex to kickstart the upcoming trading competition. Meanwhile, Bruce joined a panel to showcase Partisia Blockchain’s MPC-as-a-Service, highlighting its role in bringing Privacy-Enhancing Technologies (PET) to the Cardano ecosystem.
These initiatives underline our commitment to welcoming and engaging with broader communities.
Partisia Blockchain’s Chief of Growth, Shirly Valge, recently represented us at the W3N Conference in Estonia, a premier gathering of future tech minds to network, innovate, and celebrate.
Shirly delivered a compelling keynote on the “Importance of Privacy in Web3 Amidst GDPR,” shedding light on the critical intersection of data privacy and blockchain technology. She also participated in the dynamic panel discussion “Where is DeFi Today?” exploring the current landscape and future potential of decentralized finance.
Partisia Blockchain is proud to contribute to these pivotal conversations driving the future of Web3!
We’ve heard your request for making MPC be available as gas and have now launched the ability to wrap MPC to wMPC and have it usable as gas. This means no more need to bridge other BYOC tokens just to interact on our network. To make things even easier, we have now launched on top a dusting solution where there will be a one time initial dusting of gas to convert MPC to wMPC if you have no gas.
Interacting in Partisia Blockchain has never been easier!
Look for future use of wMPC such as transferring them to the Eth network and having it land on a DEX in the future.
It’s time to celebrate another round of bootstrap rewards! This quarter, we distributed a total of 3.2 million $MPC tokens to our incredible stakers.
This reward period marked a significant step forward as we began automating the bootstrap rewards distribution process, completing the first phase of this functionality. Additionally, we introduced a new node operator voting process. Looking ahead, we aim to fully automate the rewards system in the next quarter, ensuring that computations and distributions happen seamlessly.
With an outstanding 24% APR over the last three months, now is the perfect time to stake your tokens and maximize your rewards!
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