What is RON, Market Updates & More

This session offers a biweekly recap of major developments across crypto, DeFi, and the metaverse, with updates ranging from new governance frameworks to international adoption efforts. Highlights include the rollout of Ronin, the blockchain designed by the team behind Axie Infinity, and the launch of the $RON token. The discussion touches on the unique approach Ronin is taking to onboard new users in developing regions through seamless in-game experiences and wallet-native transactions—pushing the boundaries of what blockchain gaming can offer.

Also covered are key regulatory headlines, including proposals to recognize Bitcoin as legal tender, renewed discussions around global crypto adoption, and how countries like Portugal are emerging as hubs for Web3 development. Other major updates include Ethereum’s terminology shift from ETH2 to the “consensus layer,” SnapshotX’s push toward trustless governance on L2s, and the growing use of zero-knowledge proofs in DAO tooling. Whether it’s the integration of blockchain in the food industry, the expansion of metaverse platforms like Sandbox, or new educational content from BEN Learn, this conversation captures the fast-moving momentum of Web3 and what it means for builders, students, and communities around the world.