Franklin Templeton

Utexo is an execution and settlement layer that allows payment operators to process stablecoin payments with predictable costs, private execution, and Bitcoin-anchored settlement through a single low-friction API integration. Utexo’s mission is to make stablecoin settlement operationally viable for payment systems, exchanges, wallets, and financial operators by providing a deterministic execution environment with predefined, fixed transaction fees and native USDT support.

t54 is an AI agent trust company that aims to build identity, verification, and compliance tools for AI agents, enabling them to transact independently on behalf of individuals and businesses across any blockchain, agent framework, or payment rail.

Sentient is an open-source artificial intelligence development platform. Sentient will launch "campaigns" for contributors, with each campaign having specific metrics for evaluating contributions and rewards based on these metrics.

Stable is a Layer 1 blockchain launched by Bitfinex and Tether that supports free peer-to-peer USDT transfers using USDT as the native gas. Stable supports smart contracts running directly on stable coins, a gas-free user experience for the application, native fiat currency port integration, seamless cross-chain transfers via USDT0, bridge-free architecture, and a priority execution channel. cross-chain, compliant architecture and prioritized execution channels.

CAP is a stablecoin engine to break users free from the cycle of endogenous models. CAP’s stablecoin engine will produce redeemable stablecoins of various denominations, such as USD, BTC, and ETH. Their goal will be to democratize access to what was previously only available to a few sophisticated and already-wealthy actors. This includes the deepest wells of yield, such as arbitrage, MEV, and RWAs.

Walrus is a decentralized storage and data availability protocol designed specifically for large binary files, or "blobs". Walrus focuses on providing a robust but affordable solution for storing unstructured content on decentralized storage nodes while ensuring high availability and reliability even in the presence of Byzantine faults.

Crossmint is a blockchain infrastructure company focused on simplifying blockchain integration for developers and businesses. Its services include wallet creation and management, token and digital certificate issuance, fiat and cryptocurrency payments, and cross-chain operations, all available through an API. Its clients include brands, gaming companies, and fintech companies.

Founded in 2018, Ligero builds tools to simplify zero-knowledge proof development, deployment and scaling without compromising security or compliance. Its core product, Ligetron, is a zero-knowledge virtual machine (zkVM) designed for high-speed performance across both browsers and advanced hardware.

Ethena is building derivative infrastructure to enable Ethereum to transform into the Global Internet Bond via delta-neutral positions on stETH, to create the first crypto-native, yield bearing stablecoin: USDE.

Bitlayer is a Bitcoin Layer 2 ecosystem project leading the way to the ground-up implementation of BitVM. By merging security with a lightning-fast smart contract engine, Bitlayer unlocks the full potential of Bitcoin DeFi. Bitlayer is committed to an open and collaborative Bitcoin DeFi ecosystem, working with partners to advance BTC Bridge, Bitcoin Layer 2 and BitVM stack, driving the future of secure, scalable, and programmable Bitcoin finance.

SatLayer is a Bitcoin restaking platform. With SatLayer, users can now restake their Bitcoin and Bitcoin liquid-staking tokens from platforms like Solv Protocol, Lombard, Bedrock, pStake and PumpBTC that are used to secure Bitcoin Validated Service (BVS). to secure any type of dApp or protocol as an Bitcoin Validated Service (BVS), fundamentally upgrading security for all of crypto

Bitlayer is a Bitcoin Layer 2 ecosystem project leading the way to the ground-up implementation of BitVM. By merging security with a lightning-fast smart contract engine, Bitlayer unlocks the full potential of Bitcoin DeFi. Bitlayer is committed to an open and collaborative Bitcoin DeFi ecosystem, working with partners to advance BTC Bridge, Bitcoin Layer 2 and BitVM stack, driving the future of secure, scalable, and programmable Bitcoin finance.

Founded in April 2024, Lombard is dedicated to unlocking Bitcoin's potential as a dynamic financial tool by connecting it to DeFi. Lombard enables the yield-bearing BTC to move cross-chain without fragmenting liquidity, paving the way to become the single largest catalyst for onboarding net new capital into DeFi. Its flagship product, LBTC—a yield-bearing, cross-chain, liquid Bitcoin backed 1:1 by BTC.

Puffer is a decentralized native Liquid Restaking Protocol (nLRP) built on EigenLayer. It introduces native Liquid Restaking Tokens (nLRTs) that accrue PoS and restaking rewards. Nodes within the protocol leverage Puffer’s anti-slashing technology to enjoy reduced risk and increased capital efficiency, while supercharging their rewards through native restaking. Puffer's core mission is to maintain the "trusted neutrality" of Ethereum and enhance and maintain the decentralization of Ethereum.

Integral is a real-time Web3 accounting platform that connects to all of an organization's wallets, safes, exchanges, and custodians, and delivers enriched financial data in real time in a collaborative and beautifully designed interface. It helps web3 teams minimize their risk while deploying their treasury intentionally and in real time.

Ethena is building derivative infrastructure to enable Ethereum to transform into the Global Internet Bond via delta-neutral positions on stETH, to create the first crypto-native, yield bearing stablecoin: USDE.

EthosX is a decentralized finance platform creating end-to-end financial derivatives on blockchains. It is starting with cryptocurrency options first, with the intention of eventually moving towards other crypto derivatives and traditional finance derivatives.

Baton is creating an ecosystem of tools that increase transparency throughout the collaborative process, ensuring artists are accurately credited and compensated for their work. The company is also building a music collaboration protocol as well as a mixed-media collaboration protocol, both blockchain-based, that will allow creators to exchange materials, track IP rights, and automate compensation arrangements.

SHRAPNEL is an AAA first-person shooter game where skill-based competition, creative modding tools, and true digital ownership are all powered by blockchain technology. As a competitive multiplayer game, SHRAPNEL comes with a variety of player-creation tools, combining combat, creation, curation, and connection into a community where players own the platform and decide its future.

Xverse is a Bitcoin wallet for Web3, providing first-class support for Ordinals, NFTs, DeFi and decentralized applications. With a beautifully designed, easy-to-use wallet available on iOS, Android and desktop as a Chrome browser extension, Xverse lets users securely manage Bitcoin on layer 1 as well as layer 2 networks like Stacks, and soon, the Lightning Network.