We’re thrilled to welcome the third cohort of validators; Vault Staking, Polkachu, Stakecito, NTT, UOB, Paysafe and Cointelegraph to MANTRA, which will further strengthen our network security and further decentralize our governance process. 

These latest additions to our validator set, join existing validators that include prominent names such as Google Cloud, Ledger, and Keplr.

The MANTRA Mainnet launch in October 2024 marked a significant step in our journey towards becoming the preferred ledger of record for RWA tokenization. Validators play a crucial role in operating a blockchain, ensuring efficient and secure transactions, and upholding sound governance. The addition of these validators to the MANTRA Chain sovereign validator set further enhances the network's security and decentralization.

MANTRA’s Third Cohort of Validators 

• Vault staking is a progressive staking, infrastructure, and software provider for blockchain projects. Their professional-grade servers help secure networks and ecosystems. 

• Polkachu supports 112 blockchain networks as validator / node operator. It was founded by a group of technology professionals who focus on providing the highest quality infrastructure and services for public blockchain networks. Polkachu believes that a decentralized world is what the future holds, and we want to be a part of it by being a blockchain validator. 

• Stakecito are on a journey towards a secure and accessible blockchain future. They are trusted by over 270,000 delegators worldwide, and secure over 320 Million in assets, with a dedication to transparency and security . 

• As a web3 enabler, NTT Digital, Inc. promoteS the creation of an environment in which individuals and companies can easily and safely use blockchain technology towards the social implementation of cutting-edge digital technologies.

• Paysafe by BCW is a sell, service, build and Infrastructure partner of Google Cloud. They provide various Web3 technology solutions, blockchain analytics, and managed and partner services to assist companies to leverage Google Cloud to optimize their infrastructure, scalability and security. BCW also partners with industry-leading bare metal cloud providers to best service their clients’ infrastructure needs.

• UOB Venture Management (UOBVM) has provided equity financing to private companies in Southeast Asia and Greater China since 1992. UOB manages over $2 billion in assets, investing through multiple fund platforms, including the UVM Signum Blockchain Fund. Committed to responsible investing, it integrates ESG principles and is a signatory of the PRI and Impact Management Principles.

• Cointelegraph is a premier digital media platform dedicated to fintech, blockchain, and cryptocurrency, providing the latest news, insights, and analysis on the future of finance.

A warm welcome to all the new validators joining the MANTRA ecosystem. Explore the MANTRA network and check out all the current validators now directly on Mintscan.

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