Starknet (STRK)

This is more than a $12.5M funding round. When a global platform like eToro chooses to strategically back Extended and integrate with Zengo, it's a sign that onchain trading infrastructure is entering a new phase. Built on Starknet, Extended is becoming one of the most interesting projects to watch in H2 2026.

Privacy is no longer just a feature. It's becoming a business advantage. As personal data grows more valuable and user trust becomes harder to earn, startups that build privacy into their products from day one will have a stronger foundation for long-term growth. That's why the Starknet Foundation is hosting Privacy Pays -- a session exploring how privacy-first startups can build sustainable business models, create real value, and turn privacy into a competitive edge. If you're interested in the future of privacy, Web3, or building products that users can trust, this is a session worth attending. 🗓 July 7 📍 Online via Zoom More details and registration are available in the original post below.

Everyone talks about post-quantum blockchains. StarkWare just showed something bigger: post-quantum digital identity. By integrating STARK proofs into the EU Digital Identity Wallet reference implementation, they demonstrated that existing credentials can gain quantum-resistant privacy without changing how they're issued. This isn't just about crypto anymore. It's about protecting the identity infrastructure hundreds of millions of people could rely on in the future. And it also highlights the broader vision behind Starknet, where STARK-based technology is being built not just for scaling blockchains, but for securing real-world infrastructure in a post-quantum era. A strong example of why STARKs were designed for the long game.

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A great accelerator isn't defined by its brand. It's defined by who spends time with the founders. Proof's first cohort brings together investors from YZi Labs, Pantera, PL Capital, Funders VC, operators from Audible, founders who exited to Kraken, and legal experts who've worked with Web3 startups from day one. That's exactly the kind of feedback early-stage teams rarely get. Privacy builders on Starknet have a real opportunity here.

One thing that stands out about Proof isn't the funding. It's the people you'll learn from. Former investors from Pantera, YZi Labs, JP Morgan, founders who've built and exited companies, growth leaders who've scaled global products, and legal experts who've helped startups launch. This isn't just another accelerator. It's a chance to understand how investors think, how products grow, and how great teams are built. If you're building privacy on Starknet, this is probably one of the strongest founder programs in Web3 right now. Applications close July 10.