Caldera's Partners and Ecosystem
Caldera has built a robust ecosystem through extensive partnerships, covering gaming, AI, and DeFi. As of August 2025, over 100 chains have joined, including Manta, ApeChain, Kinto, and Sanko. Partners like BNB Chain joined Metalayer, providing $180 billion in monthly DEX trading volume and 2 million daily active wallets.
In the gaming sector, collaborations with B3, Hychain, and ApeChain support zero-fee NFTs and instant transfers. In AI, integration with Cluster Protocol, Holoworld, and AlienX Chain offers decentralized computing. DeFi includes Kinto wallet and API3 OEV protocol.
The ecosystem also extends to DePIN, such as Mawari Network's immersive AI streams and SoloDePIN's asset bridging. Caldera's bridge preview further connects major liquidity hubs.
Investors include Dragonfly, Sequoia, and 1kx, supporting ecosystem growth. TVL exceeds $400 million, with 850 million transactions, emphasizing interoperability and shared liquidity.