Astar Network’s zkEVM mainnet launch sets this month with the launch of the Yoki Origins campaign

by Gregory Pudovsky

Posted: February 2, 2024 6:35 AM Updated: February 2, 2024 6:35 AM

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Astar Network is pleased to announce the launch of its mainnet. Astar zkEVM Powered by PolygonLayer 2 scaling solution for Ethereum.

Key visual element of Astar zkEVM mainnet launch campaign: Yoki Origins

Singapore, February 1st2024 – Astar Network, a widely recognized web3 infrastructure platform with roots in Japan and recently expanding into global markets, is pleased to announce the launch of its mainnet. Astar zkEVM Powered by Polygon, a layer 2 scaling solution for Ethereum. The launch is scheduled to take place in late February, followed by a unique and original launch campaign, “Yoki Origins”.

Astar zkEVM leverages the security and rich toolset of the Ethereum ecosystem to provide web3 projects and enterprises with a secure, scalable, and gas-efficient platform. As the first zero-knowledge EVM chain powered by the Polygon Chain Development Kit (CDK), Astar zkEVM provides Ethereum’s extensive developer resources and exposure to industry-standard infrastructure providers.

Various cryptocurrency-based projects and service providers are already using it to build experiences such as:

• Quickswap: Polygon’s Leading DEX
• LayerZero: Omnichain interoperability protocol creating full interoperability between Astar zkEVM and Astar parachains.
• The Graph: An indexing protocol for organizing blockchain data and making it easily accessible via GraphQL.
• Rarible: A unified NFT marketplace for Ethereum NFTs and Astar zkEVM NFTs
• Dew: One of the largest NFT marketplaces in the Polygon ecosystem
• Startale: Startale Labs, Asta’s leading web3 infrastructure provider.

Many leading companies in Japan will also publicly integrate with Astar zkEVM, providing exclusive use cases to the Astar community.

Yoki Origins – Astar zkEVM Mainnet Launching Campaign

Immediately following the mainnet launch will be Astar Network’s ‘Yoki Origins’, a journey where users will join over 40 web3 projects, creators, and companies to discover Astar Network’s original characters inspired by the Japanese yokai “Yoki”. Immediately after mainnet launch, users will be invited to collect and upgrade Yokis while working on the project on Astar zkEVM. Interactive capsule machines known as “Yo-Ports” allow users to obtain yokes and works of art prepared by artists, businesses and builders. The campaign is designed so that anyone can participate without prior knowledge of Web3 by supporting social login and credit card payments.

Astar Network will soon begin announcing engaging projects featuring international brands and talent. By participating in the campaign, users will receive multiple Yo-Ports customized for each project, searchable by brand name and logo.

“Astar Network is proud to be an early pioneer entering the Ethereum ecosystem using Polygon’s zero-knowledge technology and chain development kit. Astar zkEVM will build a bridge between Japan and the wider web3 ecosystem through projects from top Japanese companies, renowned IP, and key industries. “The Astar zkEVM launch campaign “Yoki Origins” will help us celebrate our Japanese origins in a way that is unique to Astar while showcasing the scope of our ecosystem.”

Maarten Henskens, CEO, Astar Network

Introduction to Asta Network　　　　　　

Astar serves as a gateway for projects across corporate, entertainment and gaming to enter Japan and beyond. Drive global adoption of web3 by millions through an ecosystem supported by Polkadot and Polygon, the industry-leading blockchains for the Japanese market.

Astar zkEVM is a new layer 2 solution that extends the web3 experience on Ethereum using zero-knowledge (ZK) technology. Astar Network adds an EVM equivalent environment to the protocol that integrates seamlessly with existing smart contracts, developer tools, and wallets on Ethereum.

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contact: Maarten Henskens, (email protected)

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Gregory, a digital nomad from Poland, is not only a financial analyst but also a valuable contributor to various online magazines. With his extensive experience in the financial industry, his insights and expertise have been recognized by numerous publications. Making effective use of his spare time, Gregory is currently devoted to writing books on cryptocurrency and blockchain.

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Gregory, a digital nomad from Poland, is not only a financial analyst but also a valuable contributor to various online magazines. With his extensive experience in the financial industry, his insights and expertise have been recognized by numerous publications. Making effective use of his spare time, Gregory is currently devoted to writing books on cryptocurrency and blockchain.