TON Is Changing Telegram Forever – Here’s How (Interview with Ecosystem Lead at TON)

Alena from the TON Foundation shares her journey from studying diplomacy to helping shape one of the fastest-growing ecosystems in crypto. After running a Web3 accelerator and diving deep into blockchain research, she joined TON to support founders building real-world apps on Telegram. With over 300 million users already on the platform, TON is focused on turning Telegram into a super app where people can use blockchain without even knowing it.
She explains how TON is different from chains like Solana by focusing on consumer apps, social tools, and games rather than just trading. From viral tap-to-earn apps like Notcoin to on-chain Telegram gifts, TON is building unique use cases that only work inside the messenger. With exclusive integration, a growing dev community, and expansion plans in the U.S., TON is becoming the go-to chain for mass adoption.
Join us as we dive into how TON is redefining the Telegram experience and reshaping the future of blockchain technology.
Learn how TON’s unique integration with Telegram is creating unparalleled user experiences, driving innovation in decentralized applications, and transforming how we think about social and financial networks.
Discover what makes TON a game-changer and why it’s capturing the attention of developers, users, and the entire Web3 community.
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