SparkPoint Updates #23: August 2021
Going global is the name of the game for SparkPoint this August.
Going global is the name of the game for SparkPoint this August. We launched the Blockchain Developer Bootcamp, introduced SparkPoint Global Ventures, unveiled an updated UI & UX of SparkPool, and many more.
Now, let’s take the time to briefly revisit important highlights for August.
Here is a recap of the updates and accomplishments delivered for August.
TL;DR
- SparkLearn launched its first online Blockchain Developer Bootcamp
- SRK is supported in NOWPayments
- SparkPoint forged a partnership with KCLP, participated in an AMA session with #SparkyCommunity
- New SRKb, OWN, and KCLP pools were launched in Pool-Based Staking
- SRKb-BNB liquidity staking renewed in SparkDeFi, $10K liquidity was added to KCLP-BUSD pair
- SRK is onboarded on Guardian
- SRK is listed on Swapzone Aggregator
- SparkPoint Global Ventures officially launched
- DuckDAO and SparkPoint announced a strategic partnership. AMA session kicked-off at the DuckDAO Lobby Telegram Channel
- SparkPoint Wallet for iOS updated to v1.0.1, Android updated to v6.6.0
- Popsicle Games and SparkPoint collaborated for an upcoming P2E game
- ArcadeNetwork partnered with SparkPoint
- SparkPoint Wallet for iOS hit 1.3K downloads on the App Store
- SparkPool unveiled refreshed UI & UX
1. SparkLearn launched its first online Blockchain Developer Bootcamp
On August 2, 2021, SparkLearn launched its first online Blockchain Developer Bootcamp with 21 enrolled students. The bootcamp is designed for those who are shifting to a career in software development or are already developers but want to specialize in building decentralized products or services based on blockchain and cryptocurrency technology.
Learn more about the Blockchain Developer Bootcamp
2. SRK is supported in NOWPayments
Another step towards the mass adoption of the SRK (ERC-20) token was taken this August with the help of NOWPayments.
You can now use SRK to pay on WooCommerce, WHMCS, OpenCart, PrestaShop, ZenCart, and many more through the said payment gateway.
Know more about the SRK on NowPayments
3. SparkPoint forged a partnership with KCLP, participated in an AMA session with #SparkyCommunity
On August 9, 2021, KuCoin Launchpad (KCLP) onboarded SparkDeFi to form a partnership between the two crypto projects.
On August 16, 2021, KCLP CEO Deepanshu Sharma and COO Aman Kalra attended the #SparkyCommunity AMA series where they discussed their project.
KCLP is said to be the world’s first decentralized IDO platform for the KuCoin community chain. They have found a solution to bring incentives by rewarding all token holders in a way that is inclusive with a low barrier to entry.
Read the recap of KCLP’s AMA session
4. New SRKb, OWN, and KCLP pools were launched in Pool-Based Staking
More pools opened this August on SparkDeFi’s Pool-Based Staking. Now you can stake your SRKb, OWN, or KCLP tokens to get SRKb, OWN, or KCLP rewards.
Stake your tokens now at SparkPool
5. SRKb-BNB liquidity staking renewed in SparkDeFi, $10K liquidity was added to KCLP-BUSD pair
On August 11, 2021, the 2nd contract for SRKb-BNB Liquidity Staking went live on SparkDeFi. Furthermore, $10K worth of liquidity was added to the KCLP-BUSD pair in SparkSwap.
Stake SRKb-BNB Spark-LP tokens | Add liquidity to KCLP-BUSD pair
6. SRK is onboarded on Guardarian
You now have another option on how to convert your fiat to SRK with Guardarian.
The fiat to crypto gateway offers 45 fiat choices and convenient payment methods like Visa, Mastercard, SEPA, Union Pay, SWIFT, and many more.
7. SRK is listed on Swapzone Aggregator
On August 26, 2021, Swapzone listed SRK on its platform. With this, you now have a simplified process exchange process, all custody-free and with no KYC.
Read more about SRK on Swapzone
8. SparkPoint Global Ventures officially launched
This August the SparkPoint Global Ventures (SGV)was officially launched. SGV is investing in the next generation of cutting-edge blockchain and cryptocurrency projects with global impact.
It was established in 2021 in the Philippines as part of the overall SparkPoint project’s vision of global expansion and diversification.
Read more about SparkPoint Global Ventures
9. DuckDAO and SparkPoint announced a strategic partnership. AMA Session kicked-off at the DuckDAO Lobby Telegram Channel
On August 22, 2021, DuckDAO announced its strategic partnership with SparkPoint.
DuckDAO is a community-backed digital asset incubator that provides promising early-stage crypto startups with the expertise, financial resources, and marketing power needed to fast-track their progress on the path to success.
Learn more about DuckDAO x SparkPoint strategic partnership
The partnership was kicked off with introductions to each other’s communities. SparkPoint Chief Technology Officer Rico Zuñiga and Senior Marketing Specialist Drei Bongalos attended the DuckDAO AMA on August 27, 2021, to discuss the ongoing projects future goals of the SparkPoint team. An AMA will also be conducted at the SparkPoint community soon.
Check out the transcript of the AMA at DuckDAO Lobby on Telegram!
10. SparkPoint Wallet for iOS updated to v1.0.1, Android updated to v6.6.0
We have updated the SparkPoint Wallet for iOS to v1.0.1. Its Android counterpart is updated to v6.6.0. New BEP-20 tokens have been added to each app with regular fixes, performance improvements, and security enhancements.
Download SparkPoint Wallet on App Store or Google Play
11. Popsicle Games and SparkPoint collaborated for an upcoming P2E game
SparkPoint and Popsicle Games is cooking up another Play-to-Earn (P2E) blockchain game. More updates coming soon.
Follow the official SparkPoint Twitter account
12. ArcadeNetwork partnered with SparkPoint
SparkPoint Global Ventures (SGV) has made a strategic investment in ArcadeNetwork.
ArcadeNetwork is the world’s first decentralized platform providing cross metaverse asset interoperability. Making use of blockchain technology & NFTs, ArcadeNetwork creates a unified relayer bridge that enables seamless movement of in-game assets between different games.
14. SparkPoint Wallet for iOS hit 1.3K downloads on the App Store
SparkPoint Wallet for iOS has been downloaded 1,300+ times on the App Store. Thank you for the support, iOS users!
Download SparkPoint Wallet for iOS now
14. SparkPool unveiled refreshed UI & UX
The refreshed UI and UX for SparkPool are now live. Upcoming pools will be launched soon at SparkDeFi so stay tuned!
And that’s it for the August 2021 updates, stay tuned for September as the SparkPoint team continues to deliver its roadmap targets. September is here and a new set of targets will be accomplished!
Learn more about SparkPoint and SparkDeFi from the following links:
SparkPoint Website: https://sparkpoint.io/
SparkDeFi Website: https://srk.finance/
Trade SRK: https://srk.sh/trade
Trade SFUEL: https://srk.sh/tradesfuel
SRK-ETH on Uniswap: https://srk.sh/uniswap
Telegram Announcements (SparkPoint): https://t.me/sparkpoint
Telegram Announcements (SparkDeFi): https://t.me/SparkDeFiOfficial
SparkPoint Community on Telegram: https://t.me/SparkPointOfficial
SparkDeFi Community on Telegram: https://t.me/SparkDefi
SparkPoint Twitter: https://twitter.com/sparkpointio
SparkPoint Facebook: https://facebook.com/sparkpointio
SparkPoint Instagram: https://instagram.com/sparkpointio
SparkDeFi Twitter: https://twitter.com/SparkDeFi
SparkDeFi Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SparkDeFi
SparkDeFi Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sparkdefi/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sparkpointio
GitHub: https://github.com/sparkpointio
SRK on CMC: https://coinmarketcap.com/currencies/sparkpoint/
SFUEL on CMC: https://coinmarketcap.com/currencies/sparkpoint-fuel/
