Intent execution network aims to simplify blockchain with $15M investment led by Polychain

The rapid expansion of blockchain technology presents opportunities and challenges in scalability and user navigation within an increasingly fragmented ecosystem.

As the blockchain landscape flourishes, scalability and user navigation emerge as significant challenges. DappOS, an intent execution network, secures $15.3 million in Series A funding led by Polychain to streamline on-chain outcomes.

As the blockchain world rapidly expands, the rise of layer-1 (L1) and layer-2 (L2) blockchains marks the beginning of an exciting era. L1 blockchains serve as foundational networks, like Ethereum or Bitcoin, where all transactions are processed directly on the chain. However, with the growth of these networks came congestion and scalability challenges.

Enter L2 solutions, such as Lightning Network for Bitcoin or optimistic rollups for Ethereum, designed to alleviate scalability issues by processing transactions off the main chain yet ensuring they are still secured by the underlying L1 blockchain.

Ethereum founder Vitalik Buterin’s example of Ethereum as a layer-2 centric ecosystem from the 2024 Hong Kong Web3 Carnival

The blooming ecosystem of L1s and L2s, each fostering its mini-ecosystem, is set to dramatically lower the barrier to launching new blockchains. The result? There is a potential explosion in the number of networks, with many attracting significant investment. The proliferation promises to fragment the Web3 ecosystem further, making navigation and interoperability a daunting task for users.

Simultaneously, the advent of innovative decentralized applications (DApps) in realms like social finance and game finance is ushering in users from the conventional Web2 world. The newcomers, unaccustomed to the intricacies of blockchain technology, seek streamlined workflows and intuitive interfaces akin to what they’re used to, further emphasizing the need for cohesive, user-friendly solutions.

Streamlining blockchain interactions with $15M funding

Amid this landscape of burgeoning blockchain technologies and the pressing need for streamlined, user-centric platforms, one solution emerges with a promise to bridge the gaps within the fragmented ecosystem. DappOS, an intent execution network, has secured $15.3 million in a Series A funding round, valuing the company at $300 million.

dappOS raised $15.3 million in a Series A round led by Polychain at a $300 million valuation. Source: dappOS

Polychain spearheaded the round, which included contributions from a diverse group of investors, including Nomad Capital, IDG, Flow Traders and NGC. The financial injection is earmarked for operational expansion and further development efforts.

Additionally, dappOS has gained recognition in the blockchain space, having been selected for the Binance Incubation Program’s Season 5 in December 2022 and receiving seed round investment from Binance Labs and Sequoia China in July 2023.

The project operates by creating a two-sided marketplace that addresses supply and demand within the blockchain ecosystem. On one side, service providers stake collateral to offer various execution services. On the other, developers utilize the platform to meet users’ needs by efficiently turning specific intents into on-chain results.

OMS: Security solution for intent-based tasks

To enhance efficiency and cover various use cases, dappOS introduces the optimistic minimum stake (OMS) mechanism, which was developed to improve the network’s security for intent-based tasks.

DappOS builds an intent-based infrastructure to solve scalability and complexity issues. Source: dappOS

OMS mandates that each task be associated with a predefined value and potential compensation for failure, allowing for the execution of tasks before their outcomes are verified. If a task fails, the network employs a consensus process to slash the responsible service providers, ensuring users are either satisfied by the task’s completion or compensated accordingly.

DappOS’ OMS system benefits both service providers, who are required to stake only slightly more than the total value of active intent tasks, and users, who enjoy cost-efficient and rapid task execution. The post-task verification process facilitates a decentralized verification strategy, bolstering the network’s efficiency and security in handling diverse use cases.

With over 20 corporate projects, including GMX, BENQI and QuickSwap, under its belt, dappOS has garnered a user community of over 350,000 and executed more than 1.5 million transactions.

Amid a rapidly expanding blockchain ecosystem and its complexities, dappOS offers a solution for streamlined, user-centric blockchain interactions. Its innovative approach promises to redefine how users and developers navigate the increasingly fragmented landscape of blockchain networks and applications.