Blum, a decentralized project behind the popular "Tap-to-Earn" game on Telegram, was founded by three former Binance executives: Gleb Kostarev, Igor Pugachevsky and Vladimir Smerkis. Headquartered in Singapore, Blum aims to simplify DeFi and crypto access on Telegram by using mini-apps that make the user experience seamless. The team focuses on creating easy-to-use blockchain products, especially for beginners, allowing them to start trading or earning with minimal steps.
The platform currently supports around 65 million users, many of whom are new to crypto, and plans to introduce a decentralized exchange (DEX) on Telegram by the end of 2024. As a part of their roadmap, Blum is also enhancing educational resources, like their Blum Academy on YouTube, to help onboard and educate users on crypto basics and blockchain technology.
For more details, the team’s vision and projects can be explored through their interviews and the insights shared on platforms like BitPinas and Coin98.