TAC Secures $11.5 Million Funding to Enhance EVM dApps on Telegram

Introduction to TAC’s Latest Funding Round

New York, USA – June 18, 2025 – TAC, a specialized blockchain designed to facilitate Ethereum-based decentralized applications (dApps) in the TON and Telegram ecosystem, has successfully raised $11.5 million through its seed and strategic funding rounds. The most recent $5 million strategic investment, spearheaded by Hack VC, underscores significant institutional confidence in TAC’s goal of expanding blockchain capabilities within Telegram, a platform with a vast and engaged crypto user base.

Insights from Hack VC

Ed Roman, Managing Partner at Hack VC, remarked, “At Hack VC, we focus on teams that are pioneering the future of the internet. TAC stands out with its exceptional team and robust experience in infrastructure and growth. By leading this strategic round, we are expressing our strong belief in TAC’s potential to redefine how Ethereum dApps connect with users across Telegram and the TON community.”

Mainnet Launch and Developer Integration

As TAC approaches its mainnet launch through a phased deployment strategy, it is currently in the DevMainnet stage. Prestige DeFi projects such as Curve, Morpho, and Euler have begun integrating within this phase, while over 20 top-tier applications are poised for integration when the mainnet goes live. This early engagement promises substantial liquidity and functional DeFi options from day one for users within Telegram.

TAC’s Commitment to EVM Developers

“By enabling EVM developers with the necessary tools to launch applications in Telegram’s extensive ecosystem, TAC is dedicated to bridging the gap between Ethereum and everyday users,” stated Pavel Altukhov, Co-Founder and CEO of TAC. This strategic funding round accelerates TAC’s mission of making Ethereum applications accessible to a broader audience, setting the stage for consumer-oriented apps native to TON.

Liquidity and Bootstrapping Strategy

TAC’s liquidity bootstrapping initiative, dubbed “The Summoning,” has garnered considerable attention from leading investors and market players, achieving over $700 million in total value locked (TVL) before the public mainnet launch. This strong institutional backing reinforces confidence in TAC’s role as a foundational DeFi layer for TON.

Enhancing DeFi Access via Telegram

“Launching on Telegram and TON using TAC allows Curve to attract new users who haven’t yet explored DeFi,” expressed Michael Egorov, Founder of Curve. He praised TAC’s effective strategy of bringing established EVM applications to a new audience. Curve is among the first to deploy, ensuring its product is readily accessible to Telegram users.

Integration of DeFi Functionality

Curve, Morpho, and Euler have created dedicated Telegram Mini Apps (TMAs) to enhance their reach within Telegram. Additionally, popular consumer TMAs are beginning to incorporate DeFi functionalities in the background, offering yield generation and financial tools to those new to the crypto space. TAC views this integration as essential to fostering mass adoption within the Telegram superapp.

Conclusion: About TAC

TAC serves as a dedicated blockchain for EVM dApps to tap into Telegram’s ecosystem of over one billion users. By making it straightforward for Ethereum dApps to operate on TON, TAC enriches the ecosystem with EVM capabilities and liquidity, allowing developers to concentrate on user-friendly applications.

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Contact Information

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TAC
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