Learn more about how you can use Aperture Finance in this tutorial.

Aperture Finance is pioneering AI-powered intents with a native solver network that features an IntentsGPT interface and an AI-driven smart solver simulation to enhance the DeFi experience.

 tab and click on the chain/DEX selector located next to the 

 Proceed to swap any desired amount of tokens using any token pair (e.g., USDC/ETH).

By following these steps, you will successfully execute a swap on ApertureSwap. Enjoy seamless token trading with Aperture Finance!

Task 2: Open a Liquidity Position on Aperture

 tab and select the DEX and the intended chain.

 and enter the required information (token pair, respective amounts, and define price range).

. This completes the process of opening a liquidity position.

Task 3: Rebalance a Liquidity Position on Aperture

You should be able to see your existing liquidity positions (whether opened through Aperture or not). Click on the liquidity position you want to rebalance.

 button on the extended panel on the right.

Select a new range on the chart and click 

. This completes the rebalance process. 

Aperture offers advanced intent-based rebalance features including 

which elevates your LP management experience to the next level. Please give it a try!

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Aperture Finance On-Chain Task Tutorial

GAME•OF•BITCOIN (GAMES) is the leading GameFi Runes token on Bitcoin, offering play-to-earn opportunities and potential utility beyond its meme coin status.

 on Apr 19, 2024, has quickly led to the creation of thousands of fungible tokens on Bitcoin (

). Based on Bitcoin's native unspent transaction outputs (

) and featuring high efficiency, Runes tokens have proved to be highly popular. The number of Runes tokens on the Bitcoin network has crossed the 68,000 mark by early May, less than a month since the start of the protocol's operations. 

However, despite their potential in the realms of DeFi and beyond, most Runes tokens don't feature any existing or planned use cases beyond acting as 

. Only a select few Runes assets are anticipated to power some applied functionality. 

One key area for potential application of Runes-based Bitcoin cryptos is 

 — a critical niche of the blockchain industry that opens up play-to-earn (

) and other engage-to-earn (E2E) opportunities for 

 gamers. GAME•OF•BITCOIN (GAMES), one of the earliest Runes, is quickly shaping up as the undisputed leader of the GameFi category in the Runes universe.

 (GAMES) is a gaming-focused Runes token on the Bitcoin blockchain. The token is among the earliest Runes cryptos on the Bitcoin blockchain, etched at block #840,000, which served as the starting point for Runes. GAME•OF•BITCOIN is Runes token #111.

Unlike most other Runes assets, GAME•OF•BITCOIN has applications beyond that of just a meme coin. Launched by game development outfit Ordz Games, the token is designed to support gaming and possibly even decentralized physical infrastructure network (

) use cases. GAME•OF•BITCOIN is the first and probably most notable GameFi token within the Runes ecosystem.

According to CoinGecko, the GAME•OF•BITCOIN token 

, all of which had been pre-minted by Ordz Games. There are currently fewer than 200 holders listed for the token, with the issuer still controlling the bulk of the supply. 

Ordz Games is a Singapore-based developer of blockchain games and gaming-related products for the Bitcoin ecosystem. The company has released a series of Bitcoin 

, called Ordz Heroes, dedicated to a variety of retro games.

You can earn points and crypto rewards by playing the games released by the company. Reward points accumulated in the games can be exchanged for ORDG tokens — a fungible cryptocurrency based on the 

The developer has already started offering the option to earn GAME•OF•BITCOIN tokens through 

Another way to earn GAME•OF•BITCOIN tokens, besides playing the games released by Ordz Games, is via staking ORDG. Using the 

 option offered by the developer, you can lock ORDG in order to earn rewards in GAME•OF•BITCOIN.

Currently, the GAME•OF•BITCOIN token isn't widely available on either major centralized or decentralized exchanges. The primary trading platform for Bitcoin Runes, including the GAME•OF•BITCOIN token, is 

, a popular multichain marketplace featuring affordable transaction fees that originally included 

-based assets. It now also offers items from different platforms, including Bitcoin Ordinal NFTs, Runes tokens, 

GAME•OF•BITCOIN is among the rare Runes tokens that might grow to support an extensive ecosystem of games and other blockchain initiatives. Of course, much of the token's potential will depend upon Ordz Games' ability to expand its user base. Releasing the token was the easy part; attracting gamers in the highly competitive GameFi niche is a much harder task.

If Ordz Games takes off as a prominent blockchain gaming platform, it will certainly spell strong growth and long-term relevance for the GAME•OF•BITCOIN token. Another intriguing possibility is the use of the token in applications such as DePIN. So far, this has been limited to Ordz Games' announcements of such potential applications. Some investors might be awaiting the release of more precise details before passing judgment.

In any case, Ordz Games' eagerness to find functional use cases for the GAME•OF•BITCOIN token is commendable, particularly in the context of the countless Runes tokens designed for nothing other than meme-ignited giggles.

Intermediate

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GAME•OF•BITCOIN: The First GameFi Runes Token on Bitcoin

TARS AI (TAI) bridges AI and web3 with scalable infrastructure, offering AI-powered solutions for web3 startups to streamline operations like smart contract management and token distribution.

 technology has created enormous opportunities for startups and established businesses to reach new audiences and propose innovative business models. However, despite the great potential offered by the 

 industry, many projects face operational difficulties, both at the pre-launch and post-launch stages. 

These projects may propose incredibly useful product ideas, but they often run into operational issues, such as the complexity of creating and managing smart contracts, difficulties with token distribution mechanisms, lack of credibility in the web3 sphere, and limited access to automation and AI technologies.

TARS AI (TAI), previously TARS Protocol, is a decentralized blockchain-as-a-service (BaaS) platform that aims to solve these issues by offering web3 businesses a comprehensive set of AI-powered operational modules. The platform's suite of products is designed to empower projects to start their web3 journey by leveraging modular AI-based solutions.

 (TAI) is a decentralized, multichain platform that offers AI-powered modular solutions and tools, enabling organizations in the web3 space to quickly and efficiently launch and manage their tokens and projects. 

By offering a unified platform on which common tools and modules required for a modern web3 project are easily available, TARS AI helps new 

 (DApp) projects reduce the significant risks associated with early-stage operations.

In many cases, launching web3 projects requires rich technical skills, operational expertise, knowledge of the intricacies of specific chains and more. Many hopeful startups lack either such depth of expertise, or access to all of the necessary tools. As a result, they may face significant risks at these critical early stages.

At the same time, the rapid development of AI technologies creates unique opportunities to automate many operational processes in order to help streamline the management of a web3 project. TARS AI aims to offer its users AI products specifically tailored for typical early-stage web3 initiatives. Using the platform, blockchain projects can effortlessly transition into the world of web3, even when they don't have a large team of technical and operations experts.

The TARS AI project was launched in 2022 under the brand name of TARS Protocol. In September 2023, it was rebranded to TARS AI to reflect its focus on AI solutions. TARS AI is a multichain platform, operating on eight blockchain and 

 (ARB). The project’s team plans to continue expanding the platform's reach to even more chains in the future.

TARS AI users have access to a diverse range of AI-powered tools, widgets and solutions to add to their DApps at the pre-launch and post-launch stages. In many cases, these modular solutions and products require little-to-no blockchain programming expertise, reducing the costs and barriers to entry for new project operators. For instance, the platform's AI-driven 

 governance module can be used as a plug-in solution that automatically sets the standards and rules for joining the DAO and participating in its governance processes.

 power all of the available TARS AI processes and solutions. Client DApps on TARS AI can also integrate composable, modular AI-powered smart contracts into their projects, quickly automating tasks such as smart contract deployment and management, user authentication, and management of digital assets related to the project's fundraising activities.

TARS AI Hub is the platform's AI models aggregator. It’s designed to provide web3 users access to a variety of pre-trained AI algorithms. The AI models available via the hub are completely free for TARS AI users to integrate into their own DApp projects. These models have been carefully curated by the TARS team to include only quality algorithms relevant to web3 project operators.

AI developers can contribute models to the hub and earn rewards in return for their contributions via the platform's Build2Earn incentive mechanism. Users can also engage with the hub's AI models and earn crypto rewards for using them through yet another incentive system, AI2Earn.

TARS Space empowers web3 startups to create their own personalized branded space on the platform to showcase their business and products, provide verifiable client testimonials and launch other TARS AI tools relevant to their operations. Operators can use TARS Space to build brand awareness and manage AI-powered tools through a unified interface.

Claimer is an AI tool on TARS Space that automates and streamlines token 

 and management operations. Project owners can design highly customized token vesting and release schedules based on smart contracts and AI. The AI component of Claimer lets you dynamically adjust the schedules. Investors also benefit from using Claimer by gaining access to an AI-driven, streamlined token-claim process.

Smart SAFT, another TARS Space tool, automates the processes involved in project fundraising activities. Most web3 projects secure funds at the early stages of their operation using these Simple Agreements for Future Tokens (SAFTs). Smart SAFT automates the drafting and enforcement of such activities.

Using smart contracts, Smart SAFT offers a decentralized solution that enables investors to carefully assess their agreements’ terms and protect themselves from the inherent risks involved in web3 investment decisions. AI-powered algorithms ensure that the process of generating and enforcing SAFTs is safe and beneficial to both sides of the fundraising activity — DApp operators and token investors.

 or unauthorized access to project materials and DApps’ internal areas is a concern for many operators. Web3 initiatives at the early stages of their lifecycles are particularly prone to such violations. The Web3 Staff Authenticator is a decentralized identity verification solution that helps operators manage platform access. It can be used for authenticating staff, DAO members or other authorized parties.

Operators can add their employees' or DAO members' details, such as emails, social media handles and other relevant account details, to the project's branded TARS Space. These are held in a secure, decentralized way on the platform. Other project participants can then easily verify the details of an employee or DAO member via the Space.

TAI, previously referred to as TARS, is the native cryptocurrency of the TARS AI platform. It has a wide range of functions on the platform, including:

 asset with a maximum and total supply of 1 billion tokens, of which 

The TAI token is available through Bybit's Spot market. From May 2–16, 2024, you can also participate in Bybit's dedicated campaigns to grab a share of the 

. Till May 15, a further opportunity to grab TAI tokens is available via an 

, a user-friendly and gas-free aggregator of the most promising airdrops available in the web3 space.

The unrelenting march of AI technologies has opened up unique opportunities across the blockchain industry. Using the remarkable proliferation of quality AI models and solutions, the TARS AI team has delivered a modular product that lets operators start their DApp journeys even when they don't have access to a big team of professional consultants and developers. 

If you have a great web3 project idea, the implementation is now a lot easier and smoother, all thanks to TARS AI and the modules it offers. This is a rare platform that combines cutting-edge AI solutions with scalable web3 modular infrastructure. What TARS AI needs now is more web3 startups appreciating its AI-powered modular services and deciding to join the ranks of its users.

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TARS AI (TAI): Bridging AI and Web3 With Scalable Infrastructure

VanEck's MarketVector has launched a new index called MEMECOIN to track the largest meme coins, showing a significant growth in this category.

Daily Top Performer — The Open Network (TON)

The SPX index is up 0.51%, despite an unexpected rise in weekly jobless claims boosting expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts, remarks from Fed policymakers suggest interest rates may remain high for a while. Speeches from Fed officials and upcoming PPI and CPI data are expected to shed more light on inflation trends. The broader cryptocurrency market is up, with Bitcoin and Ether rising by 0.47% and 2.36%, respectively in the past 24 hours.

Today’s outperformer is TON, which jumped 6.8% after 

 Capital's investment in TON which aims to transform the blockchain landscape with its massive user base.

The Open Network (TON), launched in 2018, is a decentralized Layer 1 blockchain that utilizes a proof of stake (PoS) consensus model for transaction validation and payment settlement. Recently, Pantera Capital has invested in TON, a blockchain developed from Telegram's efforts, which leverages Telegram's 900 million users and has the potential to become the largest crypto network. TON integrates seamlessly with Telegram, offering scalable transactions and user-friendly features like the "Wallet in Telegram" for simple crypto handling. The network supports a thriving ecosystem of mini-apps and has recently enhanced its capabilities with native USDt stablecoin transactions, making crypto payments as easy as conventional mobile payments. 

Check Out the Latest Prices, Charts, and Data of 

 MarketVector has launched a new index called MEMECOIN to track the largest meme coins, showing a significant growth in this category. The index, which includes popular tokens like Dogecoin, Shiba Inu, Pepe, Floki Inu, dogwifhat, and BONK, has seen a 195% annual increase, outperforming Bitcoin's 123% rise. The total market cap for meme coins is $51 billion, with the MarketVector index tracking $44.67 billion of it. Growing investor interest is fueled by lower transaction costs on platforms like Solana, enabling small bets for potentially large profits. Additionally, political-themed meme tokens such as BODEN, MAGA, and TREMP have surged in popularity during the election season.

Bitcoin's price is hovering around $61,000 amid lackluster ETF inflows and rising interest rates that dampen demand for riskier assets. However, on-chain data suggests a potential 300% increase in Bitcoin's value, targeting a peak between $250,000 and $275,000. Despite uneven daily flows, ETFs globally show a 64% year-to-date increase in AUM, boosted by new BTC ETF launches in the U.S. and positive regulatory developments worldwide. Meanwhile, Ethereum faces declines due to expected regulatory hurdles, reflecting broader market downturns in April.

 recently completed a $700k airdrop for traders of specific gaming tokens and NFTs. The eligibility snapshot, taken on May 7, 2024, identified 1,757 wallets that had traded whitelisted assets on DeDust.io or Ston.fi between April 1 and May 7. Assets included were from MiniApps & Games like Ton Punks, Tap Fantasy, and others. Rewards varied by score, with 1757 wallets receiving between 50 to 100 TON each, depending on their trading activity. Additionally, a related prediction contest awarded 26 participants with up to 15,000 TON each. The full criteria and distribution details are available on the TON Research forum, and the airdrop was executed on May 9th.

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VanEck's MarketVector Launches MEMECOIN Index

Glossary

An initial coin offering (ICO) is a one-time money-raising event for a cryptocurrency project. The company creates or sells coins to interested users as a way of launching its crypto.

Introduction to Initial Coin Offerings (ICOs)

The world of cryptocurrency is ever-evolving, with new opportunities constantly emerging. One such opportunity is the Initial Coin Offering (ICO), a revolutionary way for startups and projects to raise capital through cryptocurrency. In this comprehensive guide, we will delve into every aspect of ICOs, from understanding their basics to evaluating their potential risks and rewards.

An ICO is akin to an IPO in the traditional financial world but for the cryptocurrency sector. It involves selling a new digital currency at a discount, or "token," to early adopters in exchange for established cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin (

ICOs have gained immense popularity due to their ability to provide rapid funding for new blockchain projects, bypassing traditional venture capital routes. They offer a unique blend of technology and finance, democratizing the investment process.

The regulatory environment for ICOs is evolving. Some countries have embraced them, while others have banned or heavily regulated them. The future of ICOs depends largely on how they adapt to these regulatory changes and market demands.

ICOs present an exciting, albeit risky, opportunity in the cryptocurrency world. They democratize funding for new projects but come with significant risks. As with any investment, due diligence and a thorough understanding of the associated risks and rewards are crucial.

What is the difference between an ICO and an IPO?

Initial Coin Offering (ICO)

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