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DWF Labs, the leading crypto market maker, has become a prominent backer of the TON ecosystem. Through its partnership with the TON Foundation, DWF Labs now supports The Open Network with an investment, token development, market creation, and exchange listing.
DWF Labs commits to allocating $10 million to support the growing TON ecosystem. In addition, a total of 50 seed investments are scheduled over the next 12 months. Every investment is designed to accelerate the growth of TON and its projects.
In light of the recent news of FTX filing for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, DWF Labs remains unaffected. As a high-frequency trading firm and market maker, DWF Labs has built a robust risk management framework that has enabled the firm to trade through such market events.
Lingling Jiang, Partner at DWF Labs, shared insights with Finbold on the company’s commitment to advancing blockchain education, driving innovation in Web3, and bridging traditional finance with the decentralised tech stack. Below is the summary of the interview.
Being asked about the DWF Labs’ recent educational initiatives, Lingling Jiang highlighted the collaboration with University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) as an initiative aimed at bridging the gap between academia and blockchain technology. The partnership focuses on educating students about tokenized securities, particularly Security Token Offerings (STOs), and equipping financial professionals with practical knowledge. By combining theoretical learning with real-world case study, DWF Labs strives for fostering sustainability and innovation in the blockchain space.
LJ emphasised that partnerships are a cornerstone of DWF Labs’ business strategy. The firm seeks to align with crypto projects that share its values of innovation, growth, and sustainability. Through tailored support, including financial investment, advisory services, and strategic guidance, DWF Labs helps Web3 achieve utility, scalability, and long-term success.
In discussing what sectors DWF Labs is currently focused on, Jiang pointed to DeFi, digital identity, tokenized assets, and Web3 infrastructure as the most promising sectors. DeFi is redefining traditional finances, digital identity solutions are enhancing user security and ownership, and tokenized assets are reshaping asset management. Above all, robust infrastructure is also critical for enabling mainstream adoption.
According to DWF Labs’ Partner, several developments are essential for Web3 to achieve mainstream. These include scaling solutions like Layer 2 protocols, which improve transaction efficiency, and regulatory-compliant frameworks to build trust. Interoperability between blockchain networks and user-friendly interfaces are also necessary to make Web3 accessible to a broader audience.
DWF Labs is actively contributing to the institutionalisation of Web3, Lingling Jiang underlined. The company offers crypto liquidity services, crypto market making, and infrastructure development to attract traditional financial institutions. Collaborations with academic institutions, such as UCLA, further support the onboarding of future professionals into the ecosystem.
Lingling Jiang acknowledged the challenges of integrating traditional finance (TradFi) with decentralised technologies, including regulatory compliance, security concerns, and interoperability. DWF Labs addresses these issues by developing compliant frameworks, supporting technological innovations, and advocating for regulatory clarity.
Lingling Jiang stressed the importance of regulation in establishing trust and legitimacy in the Web3 ecosystem. DWF Labs proactively engages with regulatory bodies to align its operations with evolving standards, ensuring compliance and creating a secure environment for crypto projects and investors.
Looking ahead, Lingling Jiang described DWF Labs’ vision to be a global leader in Web3 adoption and development. Over the next decade, the firm aims to drive innovation in decentralised finance, support research and education, and invest in institutional-grade blockchain solutions. By bridging traditional finance with Web3, DWF Labs aspires to build a decentralised, transparent, and accessible financial ecosystem.
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