A Year of Growth, Innovation, and Real-World Impact

Dear Pundians,

As we reflect on 2023, let’s take a closer look at Pundi X’s journey. From tech developments in the XPOS ecosystem to substantial progress in Pundi X Chain, real-world adoptions, and strategic partnerships, 2023 has been a defining year for Pundi X.

Join us as we explore the key moments that showcase Pundi X’s commitment to reshaping the world of blockchain and cryptocurrency.

Watch our 2023 recap video.

Enhancing Transactions with XPOS Advancements

In the realm of point-of-sale systems, Pundi X made noteworthy strides with its XPOS devices in 2023. The year began with XPOS enabling BTC Lightning Network transactions, boosting the speed and efficiency of Bitcoin transactions. The addition of Binance Pay expanded the range of supported payment options, making transactions more accessible globally

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But that’s not all. Pay via Email has become a practical alternative for seamless transactions on XPOS.

Pundi X augments the physical POS payment experience

Singapore-based fintech Pundi X has launched the ‘Pay via Email’ feature on tis Web3-enabled XPOS point-of-sale…

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The XPOS merchant portal and distributor portal now support USDT-TRC20 deposits and withdrawals, offering users increased flexibility.

Moreover, XPOS added on-chain transaction support for p(x)Card, the hardware wallet developed by Function X, ensuring enhanced security.

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Pundi X Chain’s Evolution and Decentralization

The evolution of Pundi X Chain in 2023 was marked by incremental developments. Opening its doors to public validators was a crucial step toward decentralization, encouraging community participation. The launch of the DAO voting mechanism empowered the community to actively engage in Pundi X Chain governance.

Pundi X Chain opens for Public Validators

Take part in the PUNDI X Chain consensus

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A significant governance proposal to increase the maximum number of validators to 50 demonstrated the decentralized decision-making process and highlighted the community’s commitment to shaping the future of Pundi X Chain.

The integration of ZK-powered technology with Polygon CDK brought enhanced privacy and scalability to the network, culminating in the launch of the ZK-powered Pundi X Chain testnet with Polygon CDK.

$PURSE new roadmap revealed

$PURSE no longer serves solely as a delegation reward for $PUNDIX holders. It now has an expansion vision to become the largest merchant loyalty tokenization network, including accepting crypto as payment, tokenizing loyalty points, and more. Check more on its new website.

Real-World Adoption and Compliance Milestones

Pundi X’s impact extended beyond the digital realm with notable achievements in real-world adoption and regulatory compliance. The global footprint of Pundi X expanded with the opening of new physical exchange stores in Türkiye.

From Türkiye to South Africa, Pundi X continued to make waves with crypto adoptions by various businesses, such as SCoin, the Hydraulics Concept Store, and the Watch Channel, demonstrating the practical application of blockchain technology.

Strategic Partnerships Driving Cryptocurrency Adoption

Strategic partnerships played a pivotal role in Pundi X’s journey throughout 2023. Collaborating with TRON, Pundi X integrated Tron Network to boost cryptocurrency adoption. The partnership with Leap Pay showcased crypto innovation at the Singapore Fintech Festival, emphasizing Pundi X’s commitment to fostering collaboration within the industry.

TRON and Pundi X Collaborate to Boost Cryptocurrency Adoption with XPOS Integration

Geneva, Switzerland / November 6, 2023 / – TRON, a globally recognized leader in the blockchain space, has taken a…

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Completing registration with FINTRAC as a money services business showcased Pundi X’s commitment to adhering to regulatory standards.

Media Recognition and Speaking in the Events

The journey of Pundi X in 2023 was well-documented through various media channels. Interviews with prominent figures, features in leading publications, and appearances at events such as the Mobile World Congress, Global FinTech Institute, and Taipei Blockchain Week highlighted Pundi X’s influence on the global stage.

Interview with Shark Numbers

Pundi X South Africa featured in Binance Africa AMA

Gemmy Crypto interviewed Pundi X

DEX News Wires featured Pundi X

TRON AroundtheBlock Ep. 36 featuring Pundi X

Pundi X interviewed by Cointelegraph TR

Interview with Greece YouTuber CryptoCapitalist Greece

Pundi X was featured during the HELLO Labs series

Engaging with Communities and XSpaces Events

Pundi X actively engaged with crypto communities worldwide through XSpaces events. From discussions on crypto adoption in Türkiye to exploring crypto payments in South Africa and beyond, Pundi X brought together enthusiasts, fostering insightful conversations and knowledge-sharing.

Crypto in BRICS Twitter Spaces

Exploring the crypto adoption in Türkiye

Crypto Payments in South Africa and beyond

Imagine the World As Your Marketplace with TRON

First Spanish XSpaces: Crypto adoption and regulatory evolution in the LATAM markets

Scaling the Web3 Payment with ZK-rollups with Polygon

Meetups, Exhibitions, and the Pundi X Team Globally

Throughout the year, Pundi X was not only present at key exhibitions like Computex and the Singapore Fintech Festival but actively participated in meetups, co-hosting ATOM Singapore and Malaysia meetups.

The Pundi X team’s global presence extended to receptions hosted in the Turkish Embassy in Singapore and the XBlockchain Warm-Up Party.

Pundi X Japan Exhibitions

Popls Garage
宮ヶ瀬フィールドミーティング
Offchian Tokyo
大崎コミックシェルター
Ham Fair
Web3 Networking MeetUp with OFFCHAIN TOKYO and
DYDX Foundation

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Omoshiro Doujinshi Bazaar
Tech Book Expo in Kamata Ota

Giveaways, PURSE, and Community Incentives

Pundi X didn’t forget to give back to its community. In 2023, we held many exciting giveaway campaigns, such as a collaboration with The Stranger ThingsXPOS campaign with LifPay, the Killerwhale voting campaign, and the start of SATsday BTC giveaways! Make sure to follow us on X to participate in future campaigns!

The Purse ecosystem witnessed significant developments, including the various token redemption campaigns, a generous 838M $PURSE reward for holders, and strategic moves such as replacing the PURSE-BUSD LP farming pool with the PURSE-USDT LP farming pool. The $PURSE giveaways for $PUNDIX holders and ERC-20 support added another layer of value to the community.

Quarterly reports and token removals

The quarterly report 2023 reflects Pundi X’s dedication to practical advancements, regulatory compliance, and sustainable token management. Token burns were executed in alignment with the commitment to maintaining a healthy ecosystem, providing transparency and stability to the Pundi X community. All the progress is well documented as follows:

Q4 2022 report
Q4 2022 removal
Q1 2023 report
Q1 token removal
Q2 2023 report
Q2 token removal
Q3 2023 report
Q3 token removal

2023 has been a year of substantial growth and innovation for Pundi X. From practical advancements in point-of-sale systems to the expansion of real-world use cases, Pundi X has solidified its position in the blockchain and cryptocurrency landscape. With a commitment to decentralization, real-world adoption, and strategic collaborations, Pundi X is poised for an even more exciting future.

Stay tuned for the next chapter in the Pundi X saga!