Token 2049 Dubai 2024: Xircus Shines as Pavel Durov Unveils the Future of TON and Telegram Mini Apps
The Token 2049 event in Dubai, held on April 18–19, 2024, was a landmark for the global blockchain community. Despite record rainfall in the UAE, it drew 10,000 attendees, including Xircus, a trailblazer in no-code and low-code Telegram Mini App deployment for The Open Network (TON). The highlight? A keynote from Pavel Durov, Telegram’s CEO, who shared his vision of blockchain as a “technology of freedom” and outlined TON’s future. From tokenized stickers to simple merchants, Durov’s announcements resonate perfectly with Xircus’s ability to bring any founder’s Telegram vision to life. Let’s dive into the key topics and how Xircus amplifies this potential.
Blockchain as Freedom: Durov’s Core Message
Durov kicked off with a bold statement: “We love blockchain because it’s a technology of freedom.” Symbolized by Telegram’s paper airplane logo, he emphasized how TON empowers users with private communication, public expression, and the ability to build their own tools. This aligns seamlessly with Xircus’s mission. As a Telegram Mini App deployer, Xircus enables founders — artists, developers, or entrepreneurs — to create custom solutions on TON without coding expertise. Whether it’s an NFT marketplace, a storefront, or a community tool, Xircus democratizes innovation, echoing Durov’s commitment to “giving power back to the people.”
Telegram’s Ecosystem: 900 Million Users and Mini Apps
Boasting 900 million monthly active users in April 2024, with 360 million already engaging with mini apps, Durov set an ambitious goal: doubling that to 700 million by year’s end through enhanced promotion of mini apps and chatbots. This is where Xircus shines. As a no-code and low-code platform, Xircus lets founders deploy Telegram Mini Apps tailored to TON — be it for NFT trading, e-commerce, or community engagement. Imagine a founder launching a sticker marketplace or a gaming app via Xircus, instantly tapping into Telegram’s vast audience. Durov’s vision of a mini-app-driven ecosystem finds a perfect partner in Xircus’s versatility.
Sticker NFTs: A Cultural and Economic Revolution
Durov’s announcement about tokenizing Telegram stickers stole the show. Highlighting a viral smoking duck sticker with hundreds of millions of views, he noted that 700 billion stickers are shared monthly. Calling them “socially relevant NFTs,” he predicted massive value growth — akin to the 33x surge in TON’s anonymous numbers — for early adopters of sticker NFTs, set to roll out later in 2024.
Xircus turns this vision into reality. Founders can use Xircus to deploy a Telegram Mini App for creating, tokenizing, and selling sticker NFTs on TON. Picture an artist launching a no-code app via Xircus, uploading their sticker designs, and monetizing them with TON’s low fees — keeping 95% of the profits, as Durov promised. This empowers creators to capitalize on Telegram’s sticker culture, and Xircus’s flexibility ensures it’s accessible to anyone with a vision, not just NFT experts.
Simple Merchants: Commerce Without Barriers
Durov unveiled a game-changer for “simple merchants” — small business owners without coding skills. Within weeks of Token 2049, Telegram planned to enable these merchants to sell physical and digital goods via mini apps, integrated with 40 payment providers like Stripe and powered by TON for withdrawals. While in-app purchases face Apple and Google limitations, TON ensures seamless payouts.
Xircus is tailor-made for this. As a Telegram Mini App deployer, it allows simple merchants to build custom storefronts on TON with no coding required. A merchant could deploy a mini app to sell tokenized stickers, digital collectibles, or even physical goods, reaching Telegram’s 900 million users effortlessly. For example, a local seller could launch a sticker shop or a digital goods marketplace via Xircus, leveraging TON’s efficiency and Telegram’s reach. This lowers the entry barrier for commerce, aligning with Durov’s goal of empowering everyday entrepreneurs.
Revenue Sharing: A New Era for Creators
Telegram’s groundbreaking revenue-sharing model was another focal point. Durov revealed that 50% of ad revenue goes to channel owners, with payments and withdrawals processed via TON. Soon, a tipping system will offer creators 70% of proceeds. This blockchain-driven approach relies on TON’s speed and affordability.
Xircus complements this indirectly. Beyond revenue sharing, founders can use Xircus to deploy mini apps that generate independent income streams — think sticker NFT sales or subscription services. A creator could build a Telegram Mini App with Xircus to sell digital assets or engage their community, retaining full control over earnings while benefiting from TON’s scalability. This reinforces Durov’s mission to empower creators and communities.
TON’s Scalability: The Foundation of Innovation
Durov praised TON’s ability to handle millions of transactions, citing its record-breaking speed as the reason Telegram exclusively uses it. From ad payments to NFT trades, TON’s low fees and high throughput make it ideal. Xircus leverages this by enabling founders to deploy mini apps that run smoothly on TON. Whether it’s a sticker NFT auction or a merchant storefront, Xircus ensures performance matches TON’s capabilities, making any Telegram-based vision scalable and cost-effective.
Conclusion
Token 2049 Dubai 2024 was a triumph, and Pavel Durov’s keynote offered a glimpse into TON and Telegram’s future. From sticker NFTs to simple merchants, his plans align perfectly with Xircus’s mission as a Telegram Mini App deployer. As Telegram connects its 900 million users to blockchain, Xircus stands ready to help founders turn any idea into reality on TON.
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