Junction's 1st edition: Recaps and rewards

Hey there, cross-chain explorers!

If you’ve been waiting for a sign to go full DeFi degen, here it is. Welcome to our very first Junction newsletter, where we bring you the latest DeFi updates, a look at our journey so far, and all things cross-chain. From effortless swaps to simplifying multi-chain interactions, we're here to redefine your DeFi experience.

What’s Junction Again?

Junction is your ultimate DeFi destination - a one-stop platform for all your cross-chain needs. We make multi-chain interactions simple, from swapping and bridging to upcoming features like staking, gas abstraction, and more - all designed for a smooth user experience.

We are happy to share our First Alpha Release: a DEX aggregator designed to let you swap assets across different EVMs effortlessly. With Junction, you will soon easily move from Bitcoin to Ethereum or Solana or Cosmos, and beyond - all in one smooth experience.

Meet Our MVPs (Most Valuable Partners)

We’re collaborating with some of the biggest names in DeFi to power our platform. And last week, we launched a series introducing our partners on EVM chains. In case you missed it, here's a quick refresher:

• 1inch: Needing no introduction, they aggregate the best swap rates across major chains. Read more here.

• Circle’s CCTP: The backbone of stablecoin liquidity, enabling seamless transfers across ecosystems. Read more here.

• 0x: Providing professional-grade DEX aggregation and reliable, open-source liquidity for swaps. Read more here.

• Socket: Simplifying cross chain swaps across multiple chains with multi-transaction bridging. Read more here.

• OpenOcean: A smart DEX aggregator offering cross-chain swaps across 16 blockchains for optimized trading. Read more here.

Devcon Recap: Unforgettable Moments in Bangkok!

We were in Bangkok for Devcon, attending side events, presenting what we're building, engaging with the community, and soaking in the vibrant energy of the web3 space. From talks on the future of DeFi to sharing our vision of simplifying cross-chain interactions, we made every moment count!

A lot to pack for the next newsletter but we took the time to onboard our first wave of degens into The Alpha, one by one. We got some really positive feedback and valuable insights that are already helping us improve Junction.

Of course, we had some fun too - collecting the must-have frogs at Devcon 🐸 and a memorable team dinner that gave us more surprises than we expected! 🫣

P.S. If you missed out on our reward flyers, don’t worry - we keep our promises. You too will have a chance to access them at the end of this newsletter.

The Staking Summit

We also attended The Staking Summit by Staking Rewards, where we had insightful discussions about the evolution of staking in DeFi.

One key takeaway: accessing different forms of staking, whether native or liquid, still remains a challenge for many. That’s why Junction’s mission to simplify staking is more important than ever.

Early Access: Be Among the First!

We’re excited to give you early access to our app. Explore it below and start swapping across EVMs:

👉 Access the app here!

Your feedback is crucial! To be eligible for rewards, make sure to fill out the feedback form. We value every input, whether it’s about the UI/UX, technical functionality, or specific features you enjoyed (or think could be improved).

👉 Submit your feedback here!

Referral Program: Get Rewarded!

If you've made it this far, we’ve got more rewards for you! 👀 We’re excited to launch the Junction Referral Program.

We know, getting to our exclusive merch is not an easy task, but we promise you’ll be part of an exclusive crew and build a lasting relationship with us 🫡

Time to flex that DeFi loyalty with some early tokens, fresh exclusive swag and more!

Thanks for being a part of our journey. We’re just getting started, and your support fuels our cross-chain dreams. Let’s build the ultimate DeFi Junction together!

See you where our junctions meet,
The Junction Team