Introducing Goal3 App
Everything changes today.
To install the Goal3 App, visit https://app.goal3.xyz/login on Safari (iOS) and Chrome (Android/Desktop) and follow the guide. On desktops, the app is also accessible via browsers.
Introduction
In the dynamic world of sports betting, where agility and user experience are paramount, Goal3 stands out as a pioneer on the decentralized front. However, for the longest time, decentralization has always meant compromising on certain aspects of user convenience and accessibility. Decentralized betting platforms often struggled with complex interfaces, slower transaction speeds, and limited accessibility across different devices, creating barriers for users accustomed to the streamlined experiences of conventional betting systems.
Committed to our mission to bridge these gaps, today Goal3 is rolling out out the Goal3 App — a sleek, fast, and reliable platform that works across all devices. Goal3 App is a Progressive Web App (PWA) adaptation that also marks the official launch of our full-scale platform, signaling the end of our beta phase.
Why an app?
The transition to a Progressive Web App (PWA) for Goal3 is driven by a clear vision: to offer a superior user experience without sacrificing the core principles of decentralization. A PWA combines the best of both worlds — the accessibility and ease of use found in traditional apps with the robust, decentralized architecture inherent in a native, on-sourced protocol on zkSync Era. This approach offers several key advantages:
- Enhanced Accessibility: The Goal3 App is designed to work flawlessly across various devices, whether you’re on a desktop, tablet, or smartphone. This universality ensures that users can engage with our sportsbook from anywhere, at any time, overcoming the device compatibility issues often seen in decentralized applications.
- Improved Performance: PWAs are renowned for their speed and efficiency. For a betting platform like Goal3, these features are crucial. The Goal3 App ensures real-time updates and swift transaction processing, essential elements in the fast-paced world of sports betting.
- User-Friendly Interface: The Goal3 App boasts a more intuitive and streamlined user interface, compared to the good ol’ beta version. We understand that the complexity of decentralized systems can be daunting for many users. Our PWA simplifies this complexity, offering an easy-to-navigate platform that both crypto enthusiasts and casual bettors can enjoy.
- Security and Privacy: Inherent in our PWA is a heightened level of security. By leveraging the decentralized nature of blockchain, the Goal3 App ensures that user data and transactions are secure, addressing one of the primary concerns in online betting.
- Seamless Updates and Maintenance: Unlike traditional applications, PWAs don’t require users to download updates from app stores. Updates are deployed directly to the PWA, meaning users always have access to the latest features and security enhancements without any hassle. Simply click the update button and re-open the app anytime there is a new version.
Powered by Account Abstraction
One of the main reasons Goal3 strategically chose to deploy on zkSync is because of the unique advantages offered by native Account Abstraction features.
In traditional setups, a wallet is simply a place to store tokens. However, in the Goal3 App, each wallet is a smart account. This means it’s not just a storage unit but an intelligent entity capable of executing complex operations. This smart account can interact seamlessly with the Goal3 protocol, enabling features such as Social Login: each smart account can be linked to a social account (emails, X, etc).
Another feature that leverages greatly from Account Abstraction has been Paymaster. Having supported Paymaster since June, we recently celebrated a great milestone:
Paymaster fundamentally changes the game for Goal3 users by offering gasless bets. This means that users can place bets without worrying about the additional cost and complexity of gas fees, which are common in blockchain transactions.
By handling these fees on the backend, Goal3 removes a significant barrier to entry for users who are not deeply versed in the intricacies of blockchain technology. This innovation not only simplifies the betting process but also makes it more accessible to a broader audience, aligning perfectly with our vision of inclusive, decentralized sports betting.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the launch of the Goal3 App marks a significant milestone in the evolution of decentralized sports betting. By combining the advantages of PWAs with the power of zkSync’s Account Abstraction, Goal3 stands at the forefront of innovation, offering a user-friendly, secure, and efficient betting experience.
Now that one of the biggest development for Goal3 in the quarter is finally done, the core team is fully focused on the $ZKG launch, to organize a successful airdrop for the community to fully decentralize the protocol, and fulfilling the lockdrop participants their much awaited allocation. Stay tuned!
