No time for docs? Pair the Apillon MCP Server with an LLM and deploy faster.

Ever wondered what life would have been like if you didn’t have to read any documentation, but could still use AI to help you deliver the feature you have always wanted?

While LLM chat interfaces have surely unlocked tremendous value in the economy, the AI has rapidly been shifting its attention to MCP (Model Context Protocol tooling), which unlocks a standardised way to define and allow LLMs to access data sources through a set of functions, commonly referred to as tools.

Apillon goes MCP

Our development team decided to tackle this side quest head-on recently, and we are happy to announce that you can now use Apillon’s hosted MCP server. This allows you to hook into the functions of the Apillon platform-namely, the functions tied to some of our most popular services-Web3 hosting, storage, and NFTs.

Surely this sounds like rocket science and we can hear you thinking it must be a pain in the butt to hook up to your tooling. Think again, as all you need is Node.js installed locally on your machine and a simple general configuration, such as the one provided below.

{
    "mcpServers": {
      "apillon-mcp-server": {
        "command": "npx",
        "args": ["-y", "@apillon/mcp-server"],
        "env": {
          "APILLON_API_KEY": "<APILLON_API_KEY>",
          "APILLON_API_SECRET": "<APILLON_API_SECRET>"
        }
      },
      "filesystem": {
        "command": "npx",
        "args": [
          "-y",
          "@modelcontextprotocol/server-filesystem",
          "/Users/<your-username>/Desktop"
        ]
      }
    }
  }

If we break it down in even simpler terms, the config above defines two separate MCP server namespaces ( apillon-mcp-server and filesystem):

• The first one is maintained by Apillon.
• The second, more general one, gives LLM access to a specific folder on your local filesystem.

To state it plainly, this means that you can now ask your LLMs to help you upload a static website from a subfolder on your desktop to Apillon. Provided you have filled in the API keys correctly (and those keys have permission to manage the Apillon hosting and storage service in your account).

The LLM will simply make the appropriate calls to the Apillon API and make sure your wish is its command.

Worried you might not have given it all the required information? That’s the best part. MCP definition allow for input validation and the LLMs are often smart enough to figure out which information you have provided, which information you still have to fill in and in case of an API error often find ways to self-correct, so that they can complete the task at hand as effortlessly as you can say AI or Web3.

Stop talking, where is it?

For those of you who can’t wait any longer, you can head over to our GitHub repository and test it out yourself. A more in-depth, step-by-step guide is coming shortly (a.k.a. in a couple days) in multiple formats, so that you can follow along and finally make that important first step on your Web3 journey.

Have fun and keep building.

⧓ About Apillon

The Apillon platform serves as a unified gateway to the Web3 services provided by linked Polkadot parachains. Following the multi-chain vision, Apillon powers the transition of developers to Web3, simplifying its adoption in the real economy, and expanding its versatility as the ecosystem grows. With Apillon, Web3 services are within reach for every developer, regardless of their background and experience with blockchain technology.

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Originally published at https://blog.apillon.io on May 12, 2025.

When Web3 meets MCP: Apillon MCP Server now live on GitHub! was originally published in Apillon on Medium, where people are continuing the conversation by highlighting and responding to this story.

We are happy to announce that one more hurdle in making sure Apillon platform is the easiest and friendliest development experience has been removed — you can now Import your project straight from Github.

From the very beginning, Apillon’s mission is simple: Identify and find interesting and production-ready Web3 technology solutions, integrate it into the Apillon platform and provide the Web3 developers with a unified and well documented experience.

That’s where it starts, but not where it (necessarily) ends. Sometimes the UX is not yet perfect, so additional iterations are needed. Many of the features don’t feel perfect, until we add some sprinkle of magic developers have gotten used to, when deploying to big Web2 platforms, such as Vercel or Cloudflare.

This is why our product and development teams have spent time in Q1 2025 identifying and addressing UX issues that make the developers having to break out of their flow and reconsider. It is these moments of reflection that often stop the Web2 developer en route in their Web3 journey, and — due to familiarity with the flows of old — fallback to tried and tested old ways.

Import from Github now available!

One such flow was the need to upload the files via CLI or drag-and-drop to the Apillon platform to deploy a static website on Web3.

Surely, there was a better, industry standard way staring us square in the face like Clint Eastwood in the cowboy movies of old. So, we took it and made it our own.

Here’s the step by step below:

Navigate to Apillon’s Hosting service page

Connect your Github profile

Click “Add first website” button

Select the “Import Github repo” option

Select the repository, review default settings and click Create website

Watch the play-by-play of the build progress

See your build process complete and visit the website in production

You can visit the website we deployed in production here.

Want join in on the fun?

The world doesn’t wait — and neither should your project. Skip the manual setup and go straight to building. With Apillon’s GitHub Autodeploy, your updates go live faster, smarter, and way easier. Push code, deploy, and keep growing.

Want more?

Keep the momentum going. Explore more posts for sharp insights, real tips, and Web3 stories that might just spark your next big idea:

• Build & deploy an unstoppable blog site with Apillon Web3 Hosting
• Should you choose decentralized hosting for your website?
• FAQ: Apillon Web3 Hosting

⧓ About Apillon

The Apillon platform serves as a unified gateway to the Web3 services provided by linked Polkadot parachains. Following the multi-chain vision, Apillon powers the transition of developers to Web3, simplifying its adoption in the real economy, and expanding its versatility as the ecosystem grows. With Apillon, Web3 services are within reach for every developer, regardless of their background and experience with blockchain technology.

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Accelerating innovation, building momentum, and setting the stage for the next big leap — Q1 done and done.

Apillon has always been more than a platform. “For the builders, by the builders” is the underlying motto we have been pursuing since the company's inception, and this quarter our development team has once again been hard at work.

If you missed it, here’s the TL;DR version, with additional links for those interested in diving deeper.

• Embedded wallets have been upgraded to major version 2.0 and, subsequently, additional improvements with the launch of 2.1.

Embedded Wallets 2.0: All the power, none of the pain

• $NCTR is now the first-party citizen of the Apillon platform, as we have launched Lock & Earn, promising a mouthwatering 20% APY on all the $NCTR you lock for at least 90 days.

$NCTR staking is here: lock, earn, unlock more

• Alongside three other Polkadot innovator teams, Apillon has been selected into the Polkadot x ERA Accelerator program. This 12-week intensive is aimed at helping Web3 startups scale, secure funding, and make their mark in the U.S. market

Scaling Web3 for real-world use: Apillon joins Polkadot x ERA Accelerator in NYC

• We have partnered with CESS to bring encrypted and dynamic data storage into the Apillon platform, enabling users to choose the right storage for their use case.

Apillon partners with CESS: More ways to store, same place to build

• We have opened our Github gates to the people participating in the Apillon Bug Bounty program, allowing users to report issues to the team and earn some $NCTR for their effort.

Bug Bounty is live: Code breakers, welcome to Apillon!

• Last but not least, we’ve finally introduced Apillon Simplets to our plethora of services on the platform. Read about the awesome effect Simplets can have on your current marketing actions and campaigns.

Apillon Simplets: The revolution of your user growth

Events

We’ll come out and say it: If our event participation in the first quarter of 2025 could be visualized in a GitHub-style activity chart, we would be green all the way.

We started the year off with a jetset tour across the World, which would make Taylor Swift blush a little bit.

• February 13–14, NFT Paris — The event was marked by the miles of smiles, familiar faces and sharing the Polkadot booth with a bunch of friendly Web3 faces as well as a Lionel Messi jersey to top the cake.
• February 18–20, Consensus Hong Kong — Our return to Asia was as colorful as an NFT collection. Being one of 12 startups set to transform the crypto landscape in the Consensus PitchFest Finals was an arm-pinching moment for us.
• February 23–26, Web Summit Qatar — Web Summit events always draw a crowd, and Qatar was no different this time around. Our ideal smoothie of Web2 and Web3 developers, Will Smith and a packed house — what’s not to love?

Apillon’s Web3 February events, deals and jetlags

Community

Besides the conferences, we’ve played a key role in supporting the growth of the Web3 ecosystem.

• We hosted yet another Polkadot Meetup Ljubljana at Apillon HQ. It was great being joined by other speakers, all established players in the Web3 space — Scytale Digital, OriginTrail, Adrian from CoinRef as well as our own CEO Matjaž Sobočan and COO Domen Uršič. The beer was cold, the pizza was good, and the company of other builders was even better.

• Our CEO, Matjaž Sobočan and CPO, Nino Kutnjak spoke at the PBA Campus program, the 3 week Polkadot’s flagship educational experience at Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts.

Sharing insights learned from previous OpenGov proposals and Apillon’s vision for making Web3 more accessible and powerful for developers of all backgrounds on this highly coveted educational was a great experience for all.

• Apillon contributed a $3000 bounty to a pool of other great prizes in the Polkadot Scalability Hackaton and our CPO, Nino Kutnjak once again inspired the participants with his presentation titled “Dapps, Docker, Done: Web3 Without the Headache”.

What’s next?

With Q2 2025 officially underway, we’re back at our whiteboards, computers, and coding, gearing up to bring you the next big things soon.

Web3 won’t stop in Q2 and neither will we. Stay tuned.

⧓ About Apillon

The Apillon platform serves as a unified gateway to the Web3 services provided by linked Polkadot parachains. Following the multi-chain vision, Apillon powers the transition of developers to Web3, simplifying its adoption in the real economy, and expanding its versatility as the ecosystem grows. With Apillon, Web3 services are within reach for every developer, regardless of their background and experience with blockchain technology.

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Green means go: Apillon Q1 2025 highlights was originally published in Apillon on Medium, where people are continuing the conversation by highlighting and responding to this story.

Apillon Simplets are here to speed up your projects, save you time and boost your growth with ready-to-use, open-sourced Docker templates.

· What are Simplets?
· Why do you need Simplets?
· Who are they for?
· What Simplets look like in real life?
· Let’s go!

Apillon Simplets, ready to make your life easier. Whether you’re launching a new NFT-based marketing campaign or scaling up your project, these pre-built, open-source Docker images are here to save you time, cut the boring setup work, and get you moving fast.

For developers, businesses, or practically any team looking to innovate fast, Simplets give you the speed and flexibility to grow your user base, reward the loyal audience and leave an imprint with your brand without the headaches of tech.

What are Simplets?

Historically, launching a Web3 campaign with NFTs usually meant big time and resource investments, making it challenging for smaller brands to jump in. Web3 was built to democratize the internet, but its complexity has kept it out of reach for most.

And Simplets? Think of them like Shopify or WordPress for Web3. These plug-and-play templates are designed for the most common NFT use cases.

All the complexity is handled in the back, so you can focus on working with your brand’s community — faster, smarter, and easier.

Why do you need Simplets?

Time is money, right? And here’s where it gets really cool — Simplets are powered by NFTs that can actually lift the load of your marketing jobs.

They’re not just about making your dev process easier; these NFTs are designed to help you boost your user base, run marketing campaigns, and engage users in a more interactive, rewarding way.

By leveraging these NFTs, you can automate tasks and drive user growth with way less effort. It’s like having a marketing team at your fingertips, all thanks to the power of Web3.

Who are they for?

Apillon Simplets are designed for anyone looking to supercharge their marketing campaigns and grow their brand using NFTs.

Whether you’re just starting out or scaling big, Simplets let you hit the ground running. No complicated steps, just making waves in the digital world

Which businesses can benefit from Simplets?

• Brands and marketers: Launch NFT-based marketing campaigns that drive engagement, grow your audience, and position your brand as a leader in the Web3 space. Create viral moments, incentivize customers, and reward loyal followers with exclusive digital content.
• Web3 startups: Simplify the process of engaging your community, launching independent campaigns, and saving on resources. Apillon Simplets give you everything you need to build your user base and loyalty immediately.
• Enterprises and agencies: Go beyond just using NFTs for fun digital giveaways. Use them to enhance data privacy, control your marketing campaigns, and build long-lasting partnerships with other brands. Apillon Simplets let you launch impactful, customizable campaigns, all while keeping your data in-house.
• NFT creators: Whether you’re creating a collection of digital assets, setting up NFT airdrops, or even curating exclusive rewards, Simplets make it easy to manage and distribute NFTs as part of your marketing strategy.

With Simplets, you can design a tailored marketing campaign, reward your community, grow your audience, and leave the complexity of NFTs to us.

It’s time to get creative, get personal, and get growing.

What Simplets look like in real life?

Here are some creative use cases to get your ideas flowing:

• Create custom NFT Collections: Design a unique NFT collection for special events or collaborations. Reward attendees or participants with a digital collectible that commemorates the moment, creating a lasting impression.

👉 Example: Host an exclusive Web3 conference and gift attendees limited edition NFTs to commemorate their participation.

• Distribute NFTs via email: Reward your email subscribers with digital collectibles sent directly to their inbox, incentivizing them to engage with your brand.

👉 Example: Run a holiday campaign where subscribers receive an NFT as a thank-you gift for signing up to your newsletter.

• Generate leads with NFTs: Use NFTs as a reward for new sign-ups, growing your email list while offering valuable digital assets to your audience.

👉 Example: Launch a sign-up page that gives users a free NFT in exchange for their email, turning new sign-ups into engaged users.

• Create exclusive NFT airdrops: Distribute NFTs to select users, creating a sense of exclusivity and rewarding loyal followers with unique assets.

👉 Example: Send NFT rewards to your most loyal customers as part of an exclusive VIP loyalty program.

• Launch loyalty programs: Use NFTs as part of your customer loyalty program to reward repeat purchases or interactions with your brand.

👉 Example: Create a digital badge or collectible NFT that customers earn with every purchase, encouraging repeat business.

• Host whitelisted NFT lists: Attach NFT rewards to draws, competitions, or exclusive access events, and distribute them to the rightful recipients.

👉 Example: Run a giveaway where only certain users can claim an NFT based on specific actions like sharing your brand on social media.

Let’s go!

The world moves fast, and so should you. Don’t get bogged down by the setup. Apillon Simplets are here to let you focus on what you do best — building and growing. The future of development is here, and it’s faster, smarter, and way easier with Apillon Simplets.

Want more?

Keep the momentum going. Explore more posts for sharp insights, real tips, and Web3 stories that might just spark your next big idea:

https://blog.apillon.io/apillons-prebuilt-solutions-help-brands-launch-web3-nft-campaigns-be2415ccb9ce

⧓ About Apillon

The Apillon platform serves as a unified gateway to the Web3 services provided by linked Polkadot parachains. Following the multi-chain vision, Apillon powers the transition of developers to Web3, simplifying its adoption in the real economy, and expanding its versatility as the ecosystem grows. With Apillon, Web3 services are within reach for every developer, regardless of their background and experience with blockchain technology.

Website | Wiki | GitHub | X | Discord | LinkedIn | Reddit | Telegram

Apillon Simplets: The revolution of your user growth was originally published in Apillon on Medium, where people are continuing the conversation by highlighting and responding to this story.

Apillon and CESS bring new Web3 storage options to builders — all on the same platform.

· Why we’re partnering with CESS
· What’s coming for builders
· Looking ahead
· About CESS Network

At Apillon, we’re all about making decentralized infrastructure less of a puzzle and more of a toolkit. And that’s why we’re adding a second option for decentralized storage on the Apillon platform.

With CESS Network joining the mix, builders will soon have an alternative for encrypted and dynamic data storage — right alongside IPFS.

We’re offering builders more options. Public or private data? Both? Up to you. What matters is that you can do it all without leaving Apillon.

So, what’s in it for you? Smoother builds, less duct tape encryption, and more confidence when shipping dapps.

Why we’re partnering with CESS

Apillon’s mission has always been to offer builders practical tools without locking them into a single way of doing things. By first launching our Web3 storage service, we integrated IPFS, powered by CRUST, which is a great fit for storing public data — such as NFT metadata, public assets, and openly accessible content.

By partnering with CESS Network, we’re extending the storage functionality. CESS will introduce a new option for developers who require encrypted data storage or are working with dynamic, high-frequency data.

CESS will sit alongside IPFS, giving builders more flexibility to choose the right tool for the right use case.

Whether your data is meant to be public or needs to be encrypted, Apillon will soon let you decide — all within the same familiar workflow.

What’s coming for builders

Once the integration is live, you’ll get the best of both worlds in one workflow. Store public data on IPFS via CRUST. Store sensitive or encrypted data on CESS. No extra hoops, no extra tools, just a simple choice when you upload.

The two options will work side by side, so you can build dapps that combine transparency where needed and privacy where required.

As for pricing, details will become clearer once CESS storage is available in production. We’ll share specifics closer to the launch so you can plan accordingly.

Looking ahead

This is a big step toward making Apillon the Web3 storage Swiss army knife. One platform, two protocols, full flexibility.

The work is already underway — we’ll keep you posted as we move toward making it available on the platform.

In the meantime, take a look around the platform and start making waves in Web3.

About CESS Network

CESS Network is a decentralized data value infrastructure, designed to address the growing need for secure, scalable, and privacy-preserving data solutions for Web3 and AI era.

Offering the most optimal solution for storing and retrieving high-frequency dynamic data, CESS reshapes the value distribution and circulation of data assets whilst ensuring data sovereignty and user privacy.

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⧓ About Apillon

The Apillon platform serves as a unified gateway to the Web3 services provided by linked Polkadot parachains. Following the multi-chain vision, Apillon powers the transition of developers to Web3, simplifying its adoption in the real economy, and expanding its versatility as the ecosystem grows. With Apillon, Web3 services are within reach for every developer, regardless of their background and experience with blockchain technology.

Website | Wiki | GitHub | Twitter | Telegram | LinkedIn | Discord

Apillon partners with CESS: More ways to store, same place to build was originally published in Apillon on Medium, where people are continuing the conversation by highlighting and responding to this story.

$NCTR staking is live with 20% APY. Lock your tokens, earn passively, and unlock new utility perks while you’re at it.

· The token lock is in. And the yield is real.
· How does staking actually work?
· What do you get for staking?
· Staking now, building what’s next

The token lock is in. And the yield is real.

We promised. You waited. And now it’s happening:

$NCTR staking is officially live!

Starting today, any $NCTR holder can interact with a brand-new smart contract that lets you lock tokens and earn a 20% Annual Percentage Yield — just for holding tight. But this isn’t just about passive gains (though 20% is nothing to sneeze at). This move paves the way for more $NCTR utilities coming soon — ones centered around rewards, governance, and user incentives.

How does staking actually work?

Head to apillon.io/nctr. If you’ve been around since vesting days, you already know the link — it’s the same one you used to claim unlocked $NCTR. But now it’s been upgraded with a sleek new interface for staking.

Here’s the flow:

• Connect your wallet that holds $NCTR.
• See how much you’ve got.
• Decide how much to stake.
• Hit “Stake $NCTR”, confirm, and you’re good to go.

The contract lives on the Moonbeam network, so make sure you’ve got GLMR for gas.

Once staked, the dashboard shows your staking tranches, unlock dates, and earned rewards — no guesswork needed.

What do you get for staking?

Besides a sweet 20% APY? Glad you asked. To earn that full yield, you’ll need to:

• Stake at least 500 $NCTR.
• Lock it for a minimum of 90 days.

This isn’t a parking lot. It’s a launchpad.

Because on top of the APY, staking unlocks access to new $NCTR utilities — with more in the works.

Here’s what locking $NCTR gets you:

• Discounts on platform pricing, proportional to how much you’ve staked
• Increased governance power, so your voice (and vote) matters more
• Access to exclusive incentives, from feature testing to dev rewards

Basically, the more skin you put in the game, the more game you get to play. And this is what it will look like:

Staking now, building what’s next

This is just the first step in a bigger plan for $NCTR utility.

By staking, you’re not only growing your bag — you’re activating your role in the ecosystem. And with rewards, governance, and incentives all designed around locked tokens, the message is clear: long-term holders win big.

So, if you’re holding $NCTR, now’s the time to level up.

Let’s build. Let’s earn. Let’s go.

Lock your $NCTR and start earning. And if you have any questions, our team’s always a ping away.

⧓ About Apillon

The Apillon platform serves as a unified gateway to the Web3 services provided by linked Polkadot parachains. Following the multi-chain vision, Apillon powers the transition of developers to Web3, simplifying its adoption in the real economy, and expanding its versatility as the ecosystem grows. With Apillon, Web3 services are within reach for every developer, regardless of their background and experience with blockchain technology.

Website | Wiki | GitHub | Twitter | Telegram | LinkedIn | Discord

$NCTR staking is here: lock, earn, unlock more was originally published in Apillon on Medium, where people are continuing the conversation by highlighting and responding to this story.

Making Web3 simple wasn’t easy enough — we made it even easier to access and benefit from its tech. Number 7 rocks!

Web3 is packed with potential, but for most people, it still feels like trying to assemble IKEA furniture without the manual. It looks easy, but then.. it almost never is.

Embedded wallets offer a different approach. With every update, we’re making Web3 more accessible, removing the technical headaches, and bringing the benefits of decentralized tech to the masses — without forcing them to understand every blockchain buzzword.

Because let’s be honest — nobody asks how WiFi works, they just want a strong signal.

With that in mind, welcome to Embedded Wallets 2.0! We’ve packed it with game-changing upgrades to make your Web3 experience smoother, more flexible, and, honestly, just better.

Here’s what’s new:

∘ 1. Global passkey support
∘ 2. Network switching
∘ 3. Private key import & export option
∘ 4. UI redesign
∘ 5. Multi-accounts (+ account labels) per wallet
∘ 6. Token balance + USD value display
∘ 7. Flexible passkey authentication modes
∘ 8. Transaction history UI — revamped

Let’s break it all down.

1. Global passkey support

Passwords? Those are so Web2. Passkeys are secure cryptographic keys stored on your device that let you access your wallet using biometrics — think Face ID, fingerprint, or your device PIN. No passwords, no phishing risks, just seamless security.

Apillon’s Embedded Wallets are built on Oasis Confidential Smart Contracts, and now they’re globally available, meaning they’re no longer tied to a single app. Your wallet can now interact across multiple applications without extra setup.

2. Network switching

Jumping between blockchain networks shouldn’t feel like switching phone carriers. With 2.0 version, it now doesn’t feel this way at all. Seamlessly swap networks within your Embedded Wallets without losing sleep over configurations.

3. Private key import & export option

We believe in freedom — so we’re giving you the ability to import your private key into Apillon’s Embedded Wallet ecosystem or export it to use elsewhere. No vendor lock-in, no hoops to jump through. Just a wallet that works the way you want it to.

4. UI redesign

We love great tech, but we also know it needs to look and feel great to be usable. This redesign isn’t just a fresh coat of paint — it’s about reducing friction and making onboarding smoother than ever. Because a tool is only as good as how easy it is to use.

5. Multi-accounts (+ account labels) per wallet

How many wallets do you carry in your pocket right now? Just one? But somehow, your brain is juggling a work budget, a savings account, and that ‘just-in-case’ fund for impulse buys.

Your embedded wallet can now do the same — with multiple accounts in one wallet and custom labels to keep everything organized. Web3 finance, but make it practical.

6. Token balance + USD value display

We all got into Web3 for the tech… but also, keeping track of your tokens shouldn’t require mental math at all times. Now, you can see both your token balances and their USD value directly in your wallet. Because numbers should work for you, not the other way around.

7. Flexible passkey authentication modes

Hate when tech forces you into a single workflow? Same. Now, you can choose how passkey authentication works for your users:

• Popup window (quick and contained)
• Same tab (integrated feel)
• New tab (for full focus)

Your app, your rules.

8. Transaction history UI — revamped

Bank statements are a snooze. And Web3 can do better. Our revamped transaction history UI makes tracking your activity a visual treat, not a chore. Who knew finance could actually be nice to look at?

Apillon provides more power with less complexity

Embedded Wallets 2.0 isn’t just an update — it’s a leap forward in making Web3 more intuitive, more flexible, and more user-friendly than ever.

Want to see the magic in action? Start building with Apillon and onboard your users seamlessly with the embedded wallets service.

Want more?

Keep the momentum going. Explore more posts for sharp insights, real tips, and Web3 stories that might just spark your next big idea:

• Embedded wallets: Web2 experience, Web3 security
• Embedded wallets FAQs: All you need to know about secure and seamless Web3
• Embedded wallets — What are they and how Apillon redefines the concept

⧓ About Apillon

The Apillon platform serves as a unified gateway to the Web3 services provided by linked Polkadot parachains. Following the multi-chain vision, Apillon powers the transition of developers to Web3, simplifying its adoption in the real economy, and expanding its versatility as the ecosystem grows. With Apillon, Web3 services are within reach for every developer, regardless of their background and experience with blockchain technology.

Website | Wiki | GitHub | Twitter | Telegram | LinkedIn | Discord

Embedded Wallets 2.0: All the power, none of the pain was originally published in Apillon on Medium, where people are continuing the conversation by highlighting and responding to this story.

Exciting announcements are on the horizon as we unveil our roadmap for Q1.

· What is the state of Apillon Roadmap?
· Why just Q1 and not the whole 2025?
· What is to come in remainder of Q1?

Apillon’s roadmap is structured at least 6 months in advance and split up in two broad categories: improvements to the existing services as efforts to add services to the Apillon platform.

The first category — improvements to the existing Apillon services — mainly stems from the feedback of our user base as well as extensive internal team testing and analytics. These are the activities, where our development and product teams identify most of the UX and DX issues and rough edges that need to be addressed for the users to feel supported in their leap from Web2 to Web3.

The latter is the effort spent on trying to identify upcoming services, that would benefit the users of the Apillon platform in making sure they can find all the necessary services within the platform, tested and supported by our own development team as well as documented thoroughly in our unified API documentation.

Why just Q1 and not the whole 2025?

With some of the shifts and some of the deliverables being outside our control, as well as new trends and use-cases, as well as trying to stay a step ahead of our competition, we will be unveiling the offering quarter-by-quarter.

What is to come in remainder of Q1?

Besides the already teased functionality that will allow Apillon $NCTR holders to lock and earn a high 20% APY, we are planning on addressing these specific areas:

• Embedded wallets improvements
• Deploy projects directly from GitHub
• Changes to the Apillon website and platform
• Some surprise additions

Let’s dive into each one individually to give you a more broad picture of why they warrant changes within the Apillon platform.

Embedded Wallets

Embedded wallets are one of the features with the highest potential impact for Web3 adoption and, consequently, Polkadot adoption. Before releasing the feature, we received significant interest from various stakeholders, companies, and existing dapps to integrate our wallets.

Additionally, we’ve encountered requests to support embedded wallets from native mobile dapps.

By the end of Q1, we expect that the list of our features for our embedded wallets will have grown significantly — to a point, where they will warrant a separate, in-depth blog post.

Deploy projects directly from your GitHub

Currently, the NFT collection deployment flow allows users to create NFT collections using a no-code wizard. The process automates several steps in the background, such as:

1. Accepting CSV files
2. Automatically creating NFT metadata storage buckets
3. Generating metadata to match images
4. Deploying smart contracts

However, once the NFT collection is created, the final step offers users a GitHub repository with a pre-written NFT collection website. This requires users to:

• Pull the code from GitHub
• Configure the project for their specific NFT collection (including setting the RPC provider)
• Deploy the website back to hosting

This complexity following a streamlined wizard experience often leads to incomplete projects, with many collections created but fewer actually reaching the NFT minting stage.

To address this, Apillon will expand the no-code wizard with an automated website deployment step to simplify this process. In this step, the platform will:

1. Preconfigure the NFT collection website using data from the NFT collection and the appropriate RPC provider.
2. Automatically deploy the website to the user’s hosting platform.
3. Guide users through connecting a domain and starting the NFT sales process.

Upcoming changes on the Apillon website & within the platform

Our last big update to our website is just over two years old, which we believe roughly translates to “too old” in Web3. The changes to the website will reflect new services being added, our product being more refined and better targeted and suited as a resource our customer base can use to build new exciting projects, but also grow their understanding of Web3 tech and its benefits.

On the platform side, we have a huge revamp of our onboarding flow — doubling down on service descriptions, making our messaging clearer and the overall user experience better for new and existing users.

Our revamped approach will also allow users to achieve the same outcomes, no matter whether they started their journey via pre-made wizard flow or directly accessing the underlying services through our code tooling.

And did we mention that this is the Q, where $NCTR is getting integrated into the platform? After that, the only queue we expect is for the lock and earn a 20% APY.

Hey, you said surprise!

We did. We’re keeping one or two wildcards under wraps for now, but they will surely be getting all the spotlight they deserve once they are out.

Maybe the winter is wearing off, or maybe it’s just our roadmap heating up…

⧓ About Apillon

The Apillon platform serves as a unified gateway to the Web3 services provided by linked Polkadot parachains. Following the multi-chain vision, Apillon powers the transition of developers to Web3, simplifying its adoption in the real economy, and expanding its versatility as the ecosystem grows. With Apillon, Web3 services are within reach for every developer, regardless of their background and experience with blockchain technology.

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Paris, Hong Kong, Doha — Web3 and awesome business deals never sleep; and apparently, neither do we.

· 1. Paris, NFTs, and Apillon: Love at first mint
· 2. Hong Kong high stakes: where Web3 business gets real
· 3. Doha delivers big: Desert vibes, Web(3) tribes

February wasn’t just busy — it was a full-on Apillon takeover. From NFT Paris to Consensus Hong Kong and Web Summit Qatar, we jumped time zones, met incredible builders, and put Web3 infrastructure in the global spotlight.

And somewhere between the croissants, dim sum, celebrities and desert heat, we made some serious moves. Here’s a recap of our biggest moments, hottest takes, and new connections from our Web3 world tour.

1. Paris, NFTs, and Apillon: Love at first mint

February 13–14, NFT Paris, Grande Halle de la Villette

With 20,000+ attendees and 400+ speakers, the energy was electric — and we were right in the middle of it.

A key takeaway? NFTs are now all about branding and visuals — the tech is there, but if it works, does it really matter it’s built on blockchain? We saw plenty of projects that felt like déjà vu from 2017, but thanks to evolving regulation, they’re now legit and legally operational. That’s a game-changer for adoption — users get guarantees on accumulated value, making NFTs far more appealing as long-term assets.

The Polkadot booth

Absolute magnet for attention, mostly thanks to Messi’s Inter Miami jersey on display — safe to say, the crowds couldn’t resist a photo op.

Shoutout to Adrian from Coin Reference, who organized the booth through Polkadot OpenGov, giving multiple Polkadot projects a platform to showcase their work and take the pulse on the current NFT landscape.

Other highlights (literally and figuratively)

Let’s mention our fellow Slovenians from Suncontract, one of the most impressive projects at the event. Their NFT-powered solar panel leasing is peak utility, no speculation.

You can buy an NFT, rent out a solar panel, and generate revenue from its electricity — all fully regulated — or use that revenue to cut down your electricity bill automatically.

And the best part? If you need liquidity, you can sell the NFT — unlike being stuck with panels on your roof.

Speaking of panels (but the discussion kind), we caught a talk from Bored Apes and Doodles, reinforcing what’s becoming one of the coolest NFT utilities to date — NFTs as brand franchise models.

Some projects now let holders monetize their NFT brand up to $100,000, turning them into personal brand-building tools rather than just collectibles.

And how about that — we wrote a little something on that topic, too 👇

NFTs: The ultimate fan engagement experience

NFTs? They’re evolving fast. And from what we saw in Paris, it’s just getting started.

2. Hong Kong high stakes: where Web3 business gets real

February 18–20, Consensus Hong Kong, HKCEC

The next stop was Hong Kong, where we swapped art galleries for high-rise boardrooms at Consensus Hong Kong 2025. And let’s just say — we made some noise.

Honored to be named one of 12 startups set to transform the crypto landscape, Apillon made it to the semi-finals at the Consensus PitchFest Finals. Our Co-founder and COO, Domen Uršič, took the stage and pitched Apillon to a packed crowd, proving that seamless Web3 infra isn’t a dream — it’s happening right now.

But we weren’t just on stage — we were everywhere. Domen also joined a panel at the Polkadot side event, sitting alongside some of the biggest teams in the ecosystem to discuss the future of Web3 building on Polkadot, seamless developer experiences, and what’s next for blockchain adoption.

And don’t just take our word for it — everyone was tweeting about it. Seriously, it felt like every other Polkadot builder had something to say. And that’s a really good sign. 😉

3. Doha delivers big: Desert vibes, Web(3) tribes

February 23–26, Web Summit Qatar, DECC

After Europe and Asia, we touched down in Doha for Web Summit Qatar, where 7,500+ founders, investors, and tech leaders gathered to shape the next wave of digital innovation.

And while Web Summit isn’t strictly Web3, that’s precisely why Apillon was there.

Blockchain isn’t staying in its own bubble — it’s becoming part of the bigger tech stack. At Web Summit Qatar, we met with industry leaders who are weaving Web3 into sectors like AI, cloud computing, and enterprise tech.

Our mission? To make sure Web3 infrastructure isn’t just an option — it’s the obvious choice.

Apillon held it down at our booth, where we met developers, founders, and investors eager to explore Web3 without the headaches. Whether it was NFT storage, embedded wallets, or just a friendly debate over decentralization, we had conversations that mattered.

And as if the Web3 discussions weren’t exciting enough… Will Smith was also in the building. Talking AI, the future of tech, and delivering insights for a change.

Did we pitch Apillon to him? No.

Should we have? Probably.

Would he be impressed? Absolutely. He’d call Apillon a slap in the face to complicated Web3 platforms.

With big discussions, bigger opportunities, and some serious cross-industry networking, Doha proved that the future of Web3 goes beyond crypto-native spaces. Apillon is already laying the groundwork and is more than ready to bridge that gap.

That’s all, folks

We came, we saw, we networked our SaaS off. New partnerships, fresh ideas, and a roadmap that’s even more ambitious than before.

If February was just the start, 2025 will be a wild ride. Stay tuned, and if you missed us on the road, don’t worry — we’re just getting started.

⧓ About Apillon

The Apillon platform serves as a unified gateway to the Web3 services provided by linked Polkadot parachains. Following the multi-chain vision, Apillon powers the transition of developers to Web3, simplifying its adoption in the real economy, and expanding its versatility as the ecosystem grows. With Apillon, Web3 services are within reach for every developer, regardless of their background and experience with blockchain technology.

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Apillon is heading to New York for the Polkadot x ERA Accelerator, joining a cohort of Web3 startups expanding into the U.S. market.

· What is the Polkadot x ERA Accelerator?
· Why this matters for Apillon
· Meet the first Polkadot x ERA Accelerator cohort
· What’s next?

We’re excited to announce that Apillon has been selected for the Polkadot x ERA Accelerator Program, a 12-week deep dive designed to help blockchain startups scale, fundraise, and break into the U.S. market.

Entrepreneurs Roundtable Accelerator (ERA) — NYC’s top tech accelerator — is helping startups go from great ideas to investor-backed success. This program is all about high-impact mentorship, networking, and go-to-market strategies.

And thanks to Polkadot and the Web3 Foundation, Apillon will join a cohort of four innovative teams that are building the future of Web3.

What is the Polkadot x ERA Accelerator?

Polkadot’s blockchain ecosystem is already pushing the boundaries of interoperability and decentralization. Now, with the Polkadot x ERA Accelerator, the focus shifts to bringing these innovations to the U.S. market.

The program, backed by ERA Global, provides:

• 1:1 mentorship with tech and investor heavyweights — Learning from U.S. tech leaders, investors, and business experts.
• Go-to-market strategy deep dives — for launching and scaling products in the U.S.
• Fundraising, sales, and pitch coaching — Knowing the right story for the right audience is key.
• Networking with NYC’s tech scene — Investors, partners, customers, the people who make things happen.

And the grand finale of the program? Apillon and our fellow cohort members will showcase our growth at a Final Pitch event — a chance to connect with top-tier investors and industry leaders.

Why this matters for Apillon

Web3 is growing fast, but adoption isn’t just about technology — it’s about who can access it.

Apillon’s goal has always been to make Web3 easier and more accessible for builders — whether they’re launching dapps, minting NFTs, or exploring other benefits of the decentralized world.

With the Polkadot x ERA Accelerator program, we’re getting:

• A sharper U.S. go-to-market strategy: Tailoring Apillon for a whole new audience.
• Direct lines to investors and industry giants: Connections with industry leaders who’ve helped scale some of the biggest tech startups.
• A bigger stage to showcase Apillon: Because the world should know how Web3 gets built and how we’re simplifying Web3 development.

We’re here to take embedded wallets, Web3 storage, and dapp deployment mainstream — and this is the next step.

“Web3 is built on innovation, but adoption is built on usability. With the Polkadot x ERA Accelerator, we’re turning innovation into access — bringing decentralized tech closer to real-world utility.

— Matjaž Sobočan, CEO at Apillon

And with Polkadot and the Web3 Foundation supporting us, we’re ready to push the boundaries of what’s possible in decentralized tech.

Meet the first Polkadot x ERA Accelerator cohort

We’re honored to be alongside three other Web3 innovator teams:

• Apillon — Simplifying Web3 development for builders everywhere
• Kylix — Innovating within the DeFi landscape
• Staex — Advancing secure, decentralized networking solutions
• Zeitgeist — Bringing prediction markets to the next level

This handpicked cohort represents the best of what’s being built in the Polkadot ecosystem — and we can’t wait to see what we all accomplish over the next 12 weeks.

What’s next?

The Accelerator program runs from February 17 to mid-May 2025, and we’ll be sharing insider takeaways from mentorship sessions, the progress on our U.S. go-to-market strategy, and behind-the-scenes moments from the Final Showcase pitch.

Stay tuned for more, and if you’re as excited about Web3’s future as we are, follow our journey and reach out if you are in NYC these days — we’d love to connect. Follow us for updates 👇

⧓ About Apillon

The Apillon platform serves as a unified gateway to the Web3 services provided by linked Polkadot parachains. Following the multi-chain vision, Apillon powers the transition of developers to Web3, simplifying its adoption in the real economy, and expanding its versatility as the ecosystem grows. With Apillon, Web3 services are within reach for every developer, regardless of their background and experience with blockchain technology.

Website | Wiki | GitHub | X | Discord | LinkedIn | Reddit

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