Google Cloud, Coinbase, and Deutsche Telekom Join ZetaChain as Validators to Strengthen Blockchain Security

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Key Takeaways:

• ZetaChain has partnered with major players like Google Cloud and Coinbase as validators for the chain, strengthening its security.
• ZetaChain’s Universal Blockchain aims to connect fragmented crypto ecosystems.
• This collaboration will enable developers to create truly interoperable ”Universal Apps”.

The universal blockchain platform ZetaChain also announced that top tech enterprises, such as Google Cloud, Coinbase, Deutsche Telekom, Alibaba Cloud, NTT Digital and stc Bahrain, have entered the ZetaChain ecosystem as validators. This major announcement signifies a growing trend of confidence in ZetaChain’s open blockchain vision and the power of its Universal Apps. This collaboration will help increase the security, scalability and decentralization of the network, which will lay the foundation for the wider adoption of the Web3 technology.

ZetaChain’s Vision of a Universal Blockchain

Considering the current fragmentation in the crypto world, ZetaChain seeks to create a bridge. The fragmentation in the crypto world leads to a poor user experience because there are thousands of chains and millions of digital assets across disconnected ecosystems. The aim is to build a Layer 1 blockchain that natively connects all main characters, such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, and Sui. From this, we can develop universal applications that run on any chain or multiple chains and allow users to interact within a single crypto interface. Lindsey Hawkins says that ZetaChain’s mission is to have crypto be as accessible, diverse, and connected as the internet.

How ZetaChain is Secured by the Biggest Enterprises

These validators add a significant amount of credibility and resources to the ZetaChain network.

These companies are not just spectators: they are strategic partners in securing and scaling the platform.

• Coinbase: The large crypto exchange is backing the Base network and running a native validator. Coinbase’s Learning Rewards program with educational content allows users to stake ZETA directly on Coinbase’s platform, contributing to the network’s security.
• Google Cloud: In addition to validation, ZetaChain developers will have access to the Web3 Startups Program from Google Cloud (includes cloud credits). So, this initiative can help give the new generation of Universal Smart Contracts the boost they need to become a reality. In fact, recently, ZetaChain co-hosted an event with Google Cloud at Google’s San Francisco headquarters, which aims to accelerate the growth of Universal Apps. Google Cloud’s secure cloud infrastructure and industry-leading validator capabilities will be key in helping ZetaChain grow its Universal Blockchain and unleash interoperability for developers in the Web3 ecosystem, said Richard Widmann, Head of Web3 Strategy at Google Cloud.
• Deutsche Telekom: The German telecom behemoth employs its Open Telekom Cloud to secure ZetaChain via its Telekom MMS subsidiary, giving developers access to decentralized infrastructure. This step signifies an increasing acceptance and incorporation of blockchain technology into conventional telecom services. They also plan to participate in Berlin Blockchain Week.
• NTT Digital: A member of the Fortune 500 NTT Group, NTT Digital expands ZetaChain’s footprint in Asia. The company plans to hold a community event in Tokyo and welcomes the opportunity to build the activation of blockchain in Asia.
• stc Bahrain: This subsidiary, operated by Saudi Telecom Company, becomes a partner in the Pearling Path Web3 launchpad program by ZetaChain. This aims to stimulate cross-chain development in the Middle East, highlighting the rising interest in this technology.
• Alibaba Cloud: ZetaChain developers will be eligible for cloud credits, funding support and technical mentorship via the Alibaba Spark Web3 Program In addition to this, Alibaba Cloud is also joining as a validator, demonstrating their commitment to the security of the network.

Universal Apps: The Future of Interoperable Web3?

At the heart of ZetaChain’s vision stands the idea of Universal Apps. These are apps that can operate seamlessly across multiple blockchains. In the current fragmented landscape, users often have to bridge their assets across different chains, creating a clunky and sometimes dangerous experience. Universal Apps could do away with this friction by letting users interact with multiple blockchains from one interface. By making this experience better, it would enable new features in fields such as decentralized finance (DeFi), gaming, and other Web3-based applications.

The Future of ZetaChain and Its Impact

The participation from the likes of Google Cloud, Coinbase, and Deutsche Telekom is a solid vote of confidence in ZetaChain’s promise. Such partnerships can provide the network, relationships, and building momentum to unlock the mass-market potential of Universal Apps. Events like Berlin Blockchain Week will be instrumental in spreading awareness about ZetaChain’s vision and laying the foundation for its growth.

Although ZetaChain’s vision is spectacular, many obstacles are still present. Achieving true interoperability in the blockchain ecosystem is a challenging task as it involves overcoming various technical, security, and regulatory challenges. Still, ZetaChain has the backing of these industry titans and is poised to take a significant role in defining the future of Web3.