NEAR Protocol AI Cloud & Private Chat Launch

DePIN Day Singapore 2025 is a premier conference scheduled for October 3, 2025, at Guoco Midtown, Singapore. Hosted during TOKEN2049 week, this event brings together builders, thinkers, and investors who are driving the future of decentralized physical infrastructure networks (DePIN). The full-day event will feature insightful panel discussions on decentralized wireless, compute, and mobility technologies reshaping real-world infrastructure. Participants can engage via event registration links provided by DePIN community channels and the TOKEN2049 platform. Recent News The 12th edition of DePIN Day lands in Singapore in October 2025 and focuses on Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks. Major co-hosts include Fluence and Protocol Labs. Recent months saw Fluence monthly updates with progress in permissionless compute and AI integrations, alongside rising prominence of DePIN across emerging markets like Singapore and the UAE, highlighting regulatory advantages and adoption acceleration. Future Plans The event aligns with ongoing efforts to advance decentralized infrastructure applications including compute and mobility solutions. Presenters and organizers are expected to discuss roadmap topics featuring permissionless computing, verifiable decentralized resource utilization, and AI-enhanced infrastructure, supporting broader mass adoption in DePIN space. Onchain Data No verifiable onchain metrics available. Community Sentiment Positive — Enthusiasts and industry influencers express excitement on X (Twitter), celebrating the gathering as a meaningful convergence for DePIN innovation and collaboration. Community quotes include: - "DePINDay Singapore is just weeks away. Be part of it — register now." - "StorX Network is proud to be part of DePIN Day Singapore — a premier gathering of visionaries and innovators." - "The future of DePIN looks promising with events like this bringing real-world impact." Risk Disclaimer This conference may influence perceptions of DePIN projects and related token dynamics, but does not guarantee price movements. Sources used https://coingape.com/events/depin-day-is-coming-to-singapore-right-in-the-heart-of-token2049/ https://www.bitget.com/news/detail/12560604976130 https://mpost.io/depin-day-singapore-2025-set-to-showcase-innovations-in-decentralized-physical-infrastructure-networks/ https://www.panewslab.com/en/articles/dbca7077-20e2-48f9-b208-1c3b0b6bb482/ https://x.com/depinday

On October 21, 2025, at 3 PM UTC, NEAR Protocol hosts the "Zcash Bridge to SOL Talk," a team update event focusing on how Zcash is bridging to Solana via the Zolana bridge. This talk will cover the interoperability between Zcash's privacy technology and Solana's high-speed DeFi ecosystem, facilitated by the NEAR-powered bridge. Participation is available through NEAR Protocol's official X (Twitter) channel and community outlets. Recent News In mid-October 2025, Zcash launched the Zolana bridge enabling ZEC tokens to exist as Solana-compatible assets. This integration allows private swaps and decentralized trading on Solana-based DEXs such as Raydium and Meteora with an initial liquidity pool of approximately $56.6 million. The bridge has sparked increased activity around Zcash's Zashi wallet enabling conversion between BTC, SOL, USDC, and ZEC. Future Plans The project aims to expand ZEC's adoption within the Solana DeFi ecosystem by promoting liquidity and privacy-preserving decentralized exchanges. Upcoming goals include enhancing interoperability features and scaling private transactions via the NEAR intents platform. Onchain Data TVL: liquidity on Raydium noted at $56.6 million. Community Sentiment Positive — The community on X (Twitter) shows excitement about Zcash's expansion into Solana, highlighting the significance of privacy integration with a DeFi powerhouse. Quotes include: "This unlocks the first-ever ZEC on Solana connection" and "ZEC will go through the newly launched Zolana bridge with multiple use cases." Some users emphasize the innovation in cross-chain private swaps. Risk Disclaimer Bridging ZEC to Solana could impact token liquidity and price dynamics due to new market access and trading options. Users should consider volatility inherent to cross-chain assets. Sources used https://x.com/NEARProtocol/status/1978969113935401223 https://www.mitrade.com/insights/news/live-news/article-3-1200883-20251017 https://www.kucoin.com/news/insight/ZEC/68f12b20f3e4860006e5f07b https://cryptonewsradar.org/blog/post/zcash-launches-solana-bridge-zec-defi-trading/ https://chainspot.io/portal/bridges-by-chains/zcash-to-solana

Voting Event on Key Governance Proposals

NEAR Protocol hosts a Special Livestream featuring speakers @MustStopMurad and @ilblackdragon. The event is focused on discussing NEAR Intents, financial privacy, and the emerging need for Private AI, reflecting the project's focus on privacy and AI advancements within its ecosystem. Scheduled for November 25, 2025, at 4 PM UTC, this livestream is a direct engagement with the community to elaborate on these advanced topics. Recent News Recent developments in NEAR Protocol's ecosystem emphasize enhancements in privacy layers and cross-chain interoperability. The team has also outlined intentions to integrate private AI solutions to empower decentralized applications with better data privacy and intelligence capabilities. There has been increased community interest and technical discussions around NEAR Intents, which aim to improve user transaction flexibility. Future Plans NEAR Protocol plans to expand its privacy features and develop more comprehensive AI-driven application tools. The roadmap suggests a focus on enhancing private transactions, integrating Private AI to augment dApp functionality, and promoting user autonomy within the NEAR ecosystem. Community Sentiment Neutral to Positive — The community shows curiosity and interest in how NEAR Protocol will implement Private AI and privacy innovations. Comments range from supportive anticipation to requests for deeper technical explanations. Sample sentiments include: "Looking forward to seeing how NEAR tackles on-chain privacy," "Private AI could be a game changer," and "Hope they address the scalability impacts." Risk Disclaimer As this event focuses on discussion and updates around privacy and AI initiatives rather than direct tokenomics or product launches, the immediate risk impact on token price is likely minimal. Sources used https://x.com/NEARProtocol/status/1992996029466100135

This event marks the integration of NEAR Protocol's Layer 1 into the OneKey app, enabling NEAR Intents and boosting cross-chain functionality. Hosted by OneKey, the update supports smoother cross-chain swaps and direct access to the NEAR ecosystem. The event is dated December 2, 2025, and falls under the Integration category. On December 2, 2025, OneKey officially integrates NEAR Protocol L1, including NEAR Intents, into its app platform. This enhancement allows users to perform more seamless cross-chain swaps and interact directly with various NEAR ecosystem projects. The update is accessible through the latest OneKey app version, supporting improved user experience across supported chains. Recent News There are no major news updates specifically about this integration in the last three months from major crypto news sources. However, NEAR Protocol continues to build ecosystem connectivity, with ongoing enhancements to partnerships and developer toolsets to promote cross-chain compatibility. Future Plans NEAR Protocol aims to further its cross-chain capabilities and developer ecosystem, with additional integrations planned to expand interoperability. OneKey's support for NEAR is a strategic step to enhance liquidity access and user experience across DeFi platforms. Community Sentiment Neutral to Positive — Community feedback reflects cautious optimism about cross-chain improvements. Users appreciate the potential for seamless swaps but await more extensive ecosystem adoption. Risk Disclaimer This integration primarily enhances user experience and cross-chain access; however, any technical issues during rollout could impact token utility temporarily. Sources used https://x.com/NEARProtocol/status/1995866543352414670

NEARCON 2026 SF is a flagship conference hosted by the NEAR Foundation, taking place at Fort Mason, San Francisco, from February 23 to 24, 2026. The event features visionary keynotes, debates, live agent demos, and hands-on workshops focused on the convergence of AI and blockchain technologies, with the theme "The Internet Wants to Think." This event provides an opportunity for industry leaders and the community to discuss advancements and showcase innovations. Recent News The NEAR Foundation announced the relocation of NEARCON 2026 to San Francisco, marking a return after previous editions in Lisbon. The event promises to spotlight the intersection of AI and blockchain, representing the Foundation's strategic focus. Over the last few months, NEAR has been active in expanding ecosystem partnerships and scaling its technology platform. Future Plans NEAR aims to leverage NEARCON 2026 to further discussions and developments in AI integration with blockchain, fostering open, accessible, and secure internet infrastructure. The Foundation intends to expand ecosystem collaboration and drive innovation through subsequent NEARCON editions. Onchain Data No verifiable onchain metrics available. Community Sentiment Positive — The community expresses enthusiasm about the event's theme and location, anticipating impactful insights and networking opportunities. "Excited for NEARCON 2026!" and "Looking forward to seeing the AI-blockchain demos." are typical reactions. Risk Disclaimer This event could influence NEAR token sentiment due to potential announcements impacting ecosystem developments and partnerships. Trading should consider usual risks. Sources used https://www.near.org/blog/announcing-nearcon-2026-the-internet-wants-to-think https://luma.com/1ax4chhi https://www.coinspeaker.com/near-foundation-announces-flagship-2026-conference-in-san-francisco/