X1 EcoChain, the world’s first sustainable DePIN Layer-1 blockchain, is unveiling two initiatives aimed at strengthening both its technical foundation and global community: a $5 million Grant Program for developers and Galxe Starboard, a contributor rewards campaign worth $100,000.
Builder Grants: $5 Million to Drive Web4 Innovation
X1 EcoChain is investing directly into its ecosystem through a $5M grant initiative designed to accelerate real-world adoption of decentralized technologies. The program is open to builders working on projects in DePIN, DeFi, decentralized storage, computing, digital identity, gaming, and metaverse applications.
- Grant awards: $25,000 – $400,000
- Timeline: 90–120 days per project
- Core requirements: scalable solutions, EVM compatibility, robust design
Unlike comparable funding efforts by other blockchains, this program emphasizes ultra-efficient, household-powered decentralization. X1Nodes — consuming only 3 Wh of energy — are already deployed across 65+ countries, forming the backbone of a truly distributed infrastructure.
Priority development areas include:
- Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks (DePIN)
- Mobile and payment innovations
- DeFi solutions with real utility
- dApps for storage and computation
- Trust, reputation, and identity systems
- SDKs and tools for faster developer onboarding
Galxe Starboard: $100K for Community Impact
Decentralization is not only about technology — it is powered by people. With Galxe Starboard, X1 EcoChain is allocating $100,000 in X1 Coins to recognize contributors who expand the ecosystem through knowledge, creativity, and influence.
Season 1 (September 25 – November 25, 2025):
- Rewards: $50,000 in X1 Coins
- Beneficiaries: 200 top-ranked contributors
- Criteria: merit-based, rewarding impact rather than luck
How to earn points:
- Publish explainers, deep dives, and thought pieces
- Create engaging visuals — infographics, memes, videos
- Share validator perspectives and ecosystem insights
- Drive meaningful conversations and educational outreach
Every authentic contribution strengthens the network, and those who add the most value rise on the leaderboard.
Why It Matters
Most blockchain networks still depend on centralized, energy-intensive data centers. X1 EcoChain offers a radically different approach: a network sustained by plug-and-play nodes using less power than an LED bulb. This model expands access to anyone, anywhere, while remaining environmentally responsible.
Building the Web4 Era
By combining a $5M builder program with a $100K community campaign, X1 EcoChain is advancing both sides of its ecosystem — infrastructure and people. This dual-track strategy underlines the project’s vision: a global, green, community-powered blockchain that moves beyond the limitations of servers and centralized hardware.
About X1 EcoChain
X1 EcoChain is the first decentralized and eco-friendly Layer-1 blockchain running on 3 Wh X1Nodes spread across 65+ countries. Operating on a Proof-of-Authority model, it provides scalability, security, and low-cost transactions while supporting:
- EVM-compatible smart contracts
- Cross-chain connectivity
- Token generation tools
- Comprehensive developer SDKs
With over 6,000 nodes online and a rapidly expanding ecosystem, X1 EcoChain is proving that blockchain can be lightweight, accessible, and truly decentralized.
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