Telegram, the messaging giant, has reached 900 million users. This mutation directly affects… Open telegram network (TON), the blockchain is designed to work seamlessly within Telegram. It has seen a remarkable TON 15% growth last week, highlighting its potential to become a major player in the cryptocurrency space.
TON price action. Source: Coingecko
TON: Cheap transactions attract users
The key to TON's recent success lies in its close integration with Telegram. Users can do away with the hassle of separate cryptocurrency wallets and make transactions directly through the native Telegram wallet.
This seamless experience, coupled with cheap TON transactions and free USDT transfers, is a big draw for casual users who might be hesitant to delve into the complexities of traditional cryptocurrency exchanges.
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Telegram reaches 900 million monthly active users, and you can come back if you are one of them. pic.twitter.com/B6AlwEK71B
– Ton 💎 (@ton_blockchain) May 5, 2024
Farming in your chats
While TON facilitates everyday transactions, its goals extend beyond that. The Telegram ecosystem thrives on a network of apps and bots that offer innovative ways to interact with your wallet. A good example of this is “Farming”, which allows users to participate in decentralized finance (DeFi) activities using TON or other tokens, all within the familiar Telegram interface.
Total crypto market cap currently at $2.323 trillion. Chart: TradingView
This “farm” function directly within chat windows demonstrates how TON is promoting deeper integration with cryptocurrencies. It breaks down the barriers between messaging and finance, which could lead to a smoother adoption of cryptocurrencies in our daily digital interactions.
Security concerns
However, TON's path to mainstream adoption is not paved with roses. The biggest thorn in its side is security. While the built-in wallet offers undeniable convenience for small transactions, security experts are raising concerns about its suitability for storing large amounts of cryptocurrencies.
TON weekly price ascent. Source: Coingecko
TON weekly price ascent. Source: Unlike traditional hardware wallets, which are considered the gold standard for secure cryptocurrency storage, Telegram's software wallet may be more vulnerable to hacking or hacking. This could be a big deterrent for users who are wary of entrusting their hard-earned cryptocurrencies to the messaging app.
Regulatory tightrope
Another challenge looming for TON is the ever-evolving regulatory landscape surrounding cryptocurrencies. Governments around the world are still grappling with how to handle these digital assets, and regulations can greatly impact how TON operates within different markets.
Navigating this regulatory tightrope will be critical to TON's long-term success. The network needs to ensure it complies with evolving regulations while continuing to offer users the functionality and freedom they expect from a decentralized blockchain.
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