Hong Kong, Hong Kong, January 27th, 2025,
Chainwire
The Aptos Foundation proudly
announces the establishment of Movemaker, its
official community organization. Co-initiated by Ankaa and BlockBooster, Movemaker is dedicated
to advancing and building the Aptos ecosystem in the
Chinese-speaking region. By integrating resources, empowering
communities, and providing technical support, Movemaker aims to
accelerate the adoption and prosperity of Aptos in this key
market.
As a decentralized community organization, Movemaker has
secured multi-million-dollar funding and resource support
from the Aptos Foundation. With autonomous decision-making
authority, Movemaker is designed to efficiently address the needs
of developers and ecosystem builders in the Chinese-speaking
region, while further expanding Aptos’ reach and influence in the
global Web3 landscape.
“The Chinese-speaking community is an invaluable part
of the Aptos ecosystem, and a massive driver of growth across all
of Web3. The launch of Movemaker highlights a deep commitment
to this community and its role in driving Web3 innovation,”
said Avery Ching, CEO and cofounder of Aptos Labs “Alongside Ankaa,
the teams at Aptos Foundation, Aptos Labs and BlockBooster, I look
forward to empowering developers, fostering groundbreaking
projects, and establishing a thriving environment for innovation
and growth in this key market.”
"Movemaker is an ode to the Chinese-speaking Aptos
community and represents our commitment to unlocking the limitless
potential of incredible builders to launch global products,” said
Ash Pampati, Head of Ecosystem at Aptos. “We are excited to
accelerate Web3 entrepreneurship through the deep talent pool in
this market.”
Multi-Million-Dollar Funding and Resources: Empowering
Ecosystem Growth
The launch of Movemaker marks a new phase in the Aptos
Foundation’s strategic expansion within the Chinese-speaking
region. With the comprehensive support of the Aptos Foundation,
Movemaker will focus on the following key areas:
Establishing an Ecosystem Grant Program to Support
Project Incubation and Growth
Movemaker will manage and oversee the allocation of a dedicated
ecosystem grant fund to drive the sustainable development of the
Aptos blockchain ecosystem. This fund will prioritize innovative
projects in the following core areas:
- DeFi
- Integration of AI and Blockchain
- Innovative Payment Solutions
- Stablecoins and Real-World Assets (RWA)
Movemaker will focus on supporting developers and projects from
the Chinese-speaking region while also welcoming global teams
interested in this market to join the Aptos ecosystem. The aim is
to ensure that resources are deployed effectively to enable rapid
iteration of both technology and applications.
Strengthening Aptos' Community Presence in the
Chinese-Speaking Region
Movemaker will take on the responsibility of community
development and outreach for Aptos in the Chinese-speaking market.
Using Hong Kong as a regional hub, Movemaker will employ a
multi-dimensional approach to enhance Aptos’ visibility and
influence.
- Establishing the Aptos Space: Movemaker will
set up an Aptos Space in Hong Kong to provide an
open collaboration platform for developers and startups.
- Developer Engagement and Community Building:
By hosting hackathons, hacker houses, technical workshops, and
community meet-ups, Movemaker will offer resources and technical
support to developers, creating a vibrant and diverse interaction
platform to draw top talent to the Aptos ecosystem.
- Public Relations and Government Collaboration:
Movemaker will work closely with government agencies, industry
associations, and business organizations across Hong Kong and the
broader Chinese-speaking region to ensure the lawful and compliant
adoption of Aptos ecosystem projects.
- Brand and Market Promotion: Through precise
marketing strategies and collaborations with mainstream media and
industry community leaders, Movemaker will expand Aptos’ brand
recognition and influence among users and developers in the
Chinese-speaking region.
Annual Goals: Driving Ecosystem Growth with Tangible
Results
Movemaker’s first year of operations will focus on elevating
Aptos’ ecosystem in the Chinese-speaking region, with the following
core objectives:
- Onboarding 1 Million New Users: Engaging new
users through community activities and educational initiatives to
expand the Aptos ecosystem.
- 5x Increase in On-Chain Activity: Supporting
high-quality projects and enhancing user experiences to boost
on-chain interactions.
- 5x Expansion of Community Influence:
Strengthening Aptos’ presence in Web3 communities across the region
through extensive online and offline activities.
Looking Ahead: Building a Comprehensive Ecosystem
Collaboration Network
Movemaker’s establishment represents a step forward in the Aptos
Foundation’s strategic vision for the Chinese-speaking region.
Moving forward, Movemaker will foster open collaboration to create
a robust ecosystem network, driving Aptos’ regional and global
expansion.
Movemaker will prioritize building partnerships in the following
areas:
- Investment Institutions: Collaborating closely
with Web2 and Web3 investment institutions to provide funding
opportunities for promising projects, enabling rapid growth and
bridging traditional capital with the Aptos ecosystem.
- User and Developer Communities: Continuously
empowering and supporting users and developers to further
strengthen the Aptos ecosystem.
- Industry Community Leaders and Media:
Leveraging content creation and brand promotion to enhance Aptos’
recognition and influence in the Chinese-speaking region.
- Infrastructure Partners: Driving the
Integration of On-Chain and Off-Chain Resources with the Aptos
Ecosystem to Expand Its Boundaries.
Movemaker aims to become a key driving force behind Aptos’
ecosystem development in the Chinese-speaking region. Through
collaboration and continuous innovation, Movemaker will unlock the
full potential of Aptos technology in this market. As more partners
join the initiative, Movemaker will solidify Aptos’ position at the
core of the Chinese-speaking Web3 ecosystem, paving the way for
greater growth and success.
Interested parties can contact Movemaker at contact@movemaker.xyz and X @MovemakerHQ
About Ankaa
Ankaa Accelerator, co-launched by Aptos OKX Ventures and ALCOVE,
is committed to fostering innovation and helping founders thrive in
Web3. Their mission is to support the next generation of Web3
killer consumer-facing applications in Web3 for billions of users.
They provide unfair advantages to early-staged founders to solve
real-world problems empowered by blockchain technologies.
For more information, users can visit ankaa.pro or follow on X @AnkaaLabs.
About BlockBooster
BlockBooster is a leading Asian Web3 venture studio. Its mission
is to lead the advancement of the Web3 industry through strategic
investment and deep incubation of promising Web3 projects.
BlockBooster aims to empower builders in the space and to be the
trusted bridge between Web2 and Web3.
For more information, users can visit blockbooster.io or follow on X @0xBlockBooster.
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