ITZV Episode 19

On October 9, 2025, Zano and fUSD announced their integration as payment options through the AnyCoin Gateway for WordPress and WooCommerce platforms. This integration allows merchants using WordPress or WooCommerce websites to accept payments in Zano and fUSD cryptocurrencies securely and conveniently. The AnyCoin Gateway acts as a payment processor facilitating the crypto payments. Recent News In the recent quarter, Zano has focused on expanding its ecosystem and utility by partnering with various payment platforms like AnyCoin Gateway to increase adoption. fUSD continues to grow as a stablecoin within the Zano network, supporting more payment options and DeFi use cases. Future Plans Both Zano and fUSD aim to deepen their integration with e-commerce and content management systems, enhancing merchant and consumer experiences. The roadmap includes further integrations with other major platforms and improvements in transaction speed and security. Onchain Data No verifiable onchain metrics available. Community Sentiment Neutral to positive sentiment is observed, with users appreciating the increased practical utility of Zano and fUSD. Some community members are optimistic about the potential for broader adoption through WordPress WooCommerce merchants. Sample quotes include: "Great move for real-world crypto use," and "WordPress integration could boost Zano's reach." Risk Disclaimer This integration could influence market activity for Zano and fUSD tokens due to increased utility and merchant adoption, but no direct price impact is guaranteed. Sources used https://x.com/zano_project/status/1976288642978152905

The Zano team is launching the "Content Creator Program" scheduled for December 31, 2025. This initiative aims to engage and reward content creators who contribute to the ecosystem by promoting Zano, sharing educational material, and building community awareness. Participating creators can prepare for an inclusive program that supports content creation around the Zano blockchain. Recent News In Q4 2025, Zano announced various strategic upgrades including new consensus research phases and the roll-out of on-chain voting mechanisms. This period also marks the development of a refreshed Zano website and the official launch of this Content Creator Program, signaling Zano's dedication to community growth and ecosystem development. Future Plans Zano’s roadmap includes advancing its consensus research to enhance scalability and decentralization. The Content Creator Program is part of a broader strategy to expand Zano's presence and engagement in the crypto space by incentivizing quality content generation and community participation. Onchain Data No verifiable onchain metrics available. Community Sentiment The sentiment around Zano’s Content Creator Program is positive, with community members expressing optimism about increased engagement opportunities and the potential growth in ecosystem awareness. Sample reactions include "Excited to contribute and grow with Zano!", "Great initiative to empower creators!", and "Looking forward to the updates and new website launch!". Risk Disclaimer This event could impact token price due to increased community involvement and promotional activities. Potential participants should consider risks associated with token price volatility. Sources used https://twitter.com/zano_project/status/1973772953855590476

The Zano team has announced the launch of the Zano Grants Program aimed at accelerating ecosystem growth by providing funding support to community initiatives and independent development projects. The program is designed to be flexible, supporting various types of activities including events, meetups, hackathons, and creative activations worldwide. It officially launches on December 31, 2025, and is open to global participation through applications submitted via the Zano project's official channels. Recent News Recent news over the past few months highlights core infrastructure updates by Zano such as the introduction of on-chain voting and a new lightweight wallet with built-in remote node support. These enhancements complement the Grants Program by fostering a robust community environment for funded projects to thrive. Future Plans Looking ahead, Zano plans to use the Grants Program as a foundational tool to scale its ecosystem by enabling more contributors and projects to emerge. This aligns with their broader roadmap targeting infrastructure development, governance decentralization, and community engagement expansion. Onchain Data No verifiable onchain metrics available. Community Sentiment Community sentiment is generally positive, reflecting enthusiasm for the increased funding support to grassroots and independent innovators. Twitter reactions express optimism for how these grants will fuel project diversity and community involvement. Sample sentiments include: “Excited to see Zano backing real community projects!” and “Grants program will definitely boost ecosystem activity.” Risk Disclaimer As with any funding initiative potentially impacting project development, market participants should monitor how the Grants Program influences ecosystem dynamics and token valuation over time. Sources used https://x.com/zano_project/status/1973772953855590476

Zano is releasing a new lite wallet featuring a built-in remote node, which allows users to operate without syncing the full daemon or storing the local blockchain. This release is set for December 31, 2025. The wallet aims to improve user convenience and efficiency by connecting directly to a remote node. The event is organized by the Zano project team. Recent News Over the last few months, Zano has been actively developing lightweight wallet solutions and improving accessibility. The project roadmap highlights the focus on user-friendly wallet releases. Community discussions and official announcements have underscored this push toward enhanced usability. Future Plans Following this release, Zano's roadmap includes further wallet enhancements and possibly integration with other ecosystem tools to boost adoption and ease of use. Onchain Data No verifiable onchain metrics available. Community Sentiment Generally positive sentiment within the community, appreciating the convenience of a lite wallet with remote node capabilities. Users highlight improved accessibility and streamlined operations. Sample reactions: "Finally a lighter Zano wallet!", "Remote node built-in is a game changer", "Looking forward to trying this new wallet". Risk Disclaimer This wallet release focuses on usability improvements and is unlikely to directly impact token price. However, enhanced user experience could indirectly influence adoption. Sources used https://x.com/zano_project/status/1973772953855590476 https://zano.org/roadmap

Zano, a blockchain project, is scheduled to host an On-chain Voting event on December 31, 2025. This event is categorized as a Release and involves the community participating in a governance vote directly on the blockchain, allowing token holders to influence project decisions transparently and securely. Participation details are typically through the project's official channels and wallets compatible with Zano tokens; the exact platform for the vote is expected to be announced closer to the event date. Recent News In recent months, Zano has been actively developing its governance mechanisms to enhance decentralization. There have been updates suggesting an improvement in their on-chain proposal systems to increase community engagement and security. No major partnerships or product launches have been directly tied to this voting event as of now. Future Plans Post-voting, Zano plans to implement the approved proposals that emerge from this on-chain voting process. The project roadmap emphasizes continuous community involvement and incremental updates to protocol governance to strengthen blockchain efficiency and user participation. Onchain Data No verifiable onchain metrics available. Community Sentiment Neutral to positive. Community members on social platforms appear cautiously optimistic about the transparency and impact of the on-chain voting process. Some community quotes include: "Looking forward to more decentralization through this vote," "Hope the governance process becomes more efficient," and "Excited to see what proposals get approved." Risk Disclaimer As this event involves governance voting, it may influence the token's market dynamics depending on the proposals passed. Participants should consider the risks associated with changes in project direction or tokenomics. Sources used https://x.com/zano_project/status/1973772953855590476