Hello Zeebu Family!
November has been nothing short of extraordinary for all of us at Zeebu! It was a month filled with dynamic progress, strategic initiatives, and exciting preparations for the road ahead. Each month, we strive to bring you closer to our journey, sharing our achievements, milestones, and the relentless efforts of our team to revolutionize the telecom payment landscape.
As we reflect on November's accomplishments, we’re thrilled to take you behind the scenes to explore what made it truly exceptional. Let’s dive into the highlights and celebrate the momentum we’re building together!
First Things First
- Zeebu crosses $4.6B in settlement volume
- Zeebu’s liquidity pair volume tops on Balancer V2
- Zeebu launches the ZBU airdrop season 1
- Zeebu concludes fourth token burn event
- Zeebu Co-founder and CMO featured in HOT TELECOM’s HOTSHOTS Magazine
- Zeebu welcomes Charles Menke as the Chief Growth Officer
Ecosystem Updates
Zeebu Surpasses $4.6 Billion Milestone in Telecom Settlements
We are thrilled to announce a major milestone in Zeebu’s journey—our platform has surpassed $4.6 billion in total settlement volume. With 136 active institutions and over 90,117 invoices settled, powered by 1.27 billion ZBU tokens, this achievement underscores our growing adoption and share in global telecom settlements through blockchain innovation.
This milestone would not have been possible without our community's and patrons' incredible support. Your trust and partnership continue to inspire us as we work together to set new benchmarks in the world of settlements.
Thank you for being an integral part of our journey. Let’s keep driving this transformation and pushing boundaries together!
Stay updated with real-time insights by visiting our dashboard: dashboard.zeebu.com.
ZBU Protocol Waitlist Closes: Airdrop Season 1 Takes Flight
On November 15, 2024, at 11:59 PM UTC, the ZBU Protocol Waitlist came to an end, marking a significant step in the journey to launch one of the most innovative DeFi protocols in the industry. This exclusive opportunity allowed early supporters to secure a front-row seat in redefining B2B settlements through decentralized finance.
Highlights of the Waitlist:
- Early Access Secured: Those users who participated will benefit from ZBU Protocol’s growth from the very beginning.
- ZIP Points Accumulated: Participants had the potential to earn ZIPs, “Zeebu impact points” representing their share in airdrop, earned through registration, referrals, and engagement.
Thank you everyone who joined and supported the waitlist. Your participation has been crucial in building the foundation for the Zeebu ecosystem. To know what the ZBU Protocol Waitlist was about, click here.
Following the waitlist, Zeebu has launched its much-anticipated ZBU Airdrop Season 1, where users who participated in the ZBU protocol waitlist will be rewarded.
Early adopters will gain access to 60 million ZBU tokens, distributed across four tiers—Blue, Silver, Gold, and Platinum—based on their engagement.
Here are the tiered based rewards:
As of now, the claim period is live and will remain open until December 15. Rewards are being auto dropped into the wallets of participants who successfully completed the waitlist requirements and passed Sybil verification.
For more details regarding the airdrop, check this out.
Stay tuned for updates as the ZBU Protocol continues its mission to reshape global settlements!
Zeebu Completes Fourth Quarterly ZBU Burn
Zeebu has successfully completed its fourth quarterly ZBU burn under the ZBU Phoenix Protocol, permanently removing 251,695,770.74 ZBU tokens from circulation. This aligns with Zeebu's mission to maintain a sustainable token economy while enabling ZBU as the preferred medium for decentralized B2B settlements.
Token Burn Details:
- ZBU Burned: 251,695,770.74
- Initial Supply: 5 billion
- Supply post-burn: 3,949,144,813.26
- Burn Value: $1.1 billion (at the time of burn)
- Time: November 3, 2024, 11:58:47 AM UTC
This token burn event marked a significant milestone, removing over $1.1 billion USD worth of ZBU tokens from circulation at the time of the burn. Doing this, we reinforced our commitment to building a balanced and sustainable token ecosystem.
Zeebu Hits #1 Trending on Balancer
In November, Zeebu had taken the #1 trending spot on Balancer, with the ZBU-USDC pool driving over $18M+ in swaps in just 24 hours. This milestone reflects the incredible momentum of the ZBU token and the support of our community. For our users, this means enhanced liquidity, accessibility, and increased visibility for ZBU in the DeFi space.
Zeebu Welcomes Charles Menke as Chief Growth Officer
In November, we also welcomed Charles Menke as our Chief Growth Officer. With over 15 years of experience in scaling organizations, building strategic partnerships, and driving global growth, Charles brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise, especially in the Web3 space.
Charles will play a pivotal role in shaping Zeebu's growth journey, spearheading key marketing initiatives, and optimizing our go-to-market strategies. His industry expertise and leadership will not only drive impactful collaborations but also serve as an incredible learning opportunity for all of us.
We’re excited to see Charles lead the charge toward new heights, working closely with the team to elevate Zeebu’s vision and make a lasting impact in the Web3 landscape.
From the Zeebu Desk
At Zeebu, we strive to break down the complexities of blockchain and showcase its transformative potential in reshaping industries. Through our informative blogs, we aim to highlight how Zeebu is leveraging web3 settlements to drive real-world impact.
In November, we published several insightful content pieces that reflect our commitment to empowering and educating our community.
Here’s a look at some of the highlights:
- Learn how Blockchain is Powering the Future of Real-Time Gross Settlements (RTGS) here.
- Know the ABC of Decentralized Finance here.
- Understand how the Validators Drive Security and Transparency in Blockchain Transactions here.
- Learn about Keshav Pandya’s thoughts on Enterprise Transformation here.
- Learn how Enterprise Blockchain is Transforming Business Operations for the Digital Age here.
- Discover Why the Future of Web3 is multi-chain here.
Zeebu CMO & Co-Founder Featured in HOTSHOT Magazine’s Third Edition
HOT TELECOM's HOTSHOT magazine has featured Dr. Raghavendra Hunasgi in its third edition, celebrating his outstanding contributions to telecom and blockchain space. A visionary leader and innovator, Dr. Hunasgi is a crucial part of the driving force behind the disruption Zeebu is bringing to the web3 world.
His contributions not only set him apart as an industry pioneer but also positions him as a role model for aspiring leaders worldwide.
Raghav says,” The telecom industry is a massive $120 billion market. Just imagine the colossal burden traditional banks carry to process these transactions. But the future is different. It's decentralized, it's blockchain-powered".
He further adds,” Innovation is at the heart of everything we do at Zeebu. We're focused on revolutionizing the way large telecom carriers operate, and we're exploring how to apply these innovative solutions to other industries as well”.
This accolade from HOTSHOT magazine underscores his impact and the legacy he continues to build.
Click here to read more about this feature.
Crypto Couch Podcast
Revolutionizing Telecom: Insights on AI, Blockchain, and Innovation with Dr. Raghavendra Hunasgi & Vimal Odedra
Tune into an engaging conversation between Raghavendra Hunasgi, Co-Founder and CMO of Zeebu, and Vimal Odedra, MNO Business Development Director, as they dive into the transformative future of telecom, blockchain, and AI. In this insightful discussion, they uncover how these cutting-edge technologies are revolutionizing the telecom industry—unlocking efficiencies, redefining settlements, and delivering next-generation experiences for a digital-first world.
Listen to the full podcast here.
Unveiling the Future of Telecom with Raghavendra Hunasgi and Itzik Akoka
Join us for a captivating discussion with two industry pioneers: Raghavendra Hunasgi, Co-founder and CMO of Zeebu, and Itzik Akoka, COO of Next Communication Inc. In this episode, they delve into the rapid evolution of the telecom industry, from the early days of 2G to today's era of seamless global connectivity.
Itzik Akoka shares the inspiring journey of Next Communication Inc., a company that has been at the forefront of technological advancements for 26 years. Meanwhile, Raghavendra Hunasgi reflects on Zeebu's meteoric rise, from a startup with zero customers to 136 institutional clients within a single year.
Together, they explore the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for the telecom industry. This thought-provoking conversation offers valuable insights into the future of connectivity and the power of innovation.
To listen to the full podcast, click here.
Wrapping Up
We couldn't have come this far without your unwavering support.
Thank you for being a part of our journey.
Join the ZBU Protocol and Airdrop here. #EmpowertheProtocol