TON’s TAC Mainnet Launches with Over 15 Top-Tier DeFi Protocols, $TAC Listings on Kraken and Binance Alpha

On July 16, 2025, the TON Application Chain (TAC) officially launched its public mainnet, marking a pivotal milestone in the evolution of The Open Network (TON). TAC, the EVM-compatible layer for TON, positions the network as a new DeFi hub—kickstarting what’s being dubbed “DeFi Summer” on Telegram.

By integrating over 15 leading DeFi protocols—including Curve and Morpho—into TON’s growing ecosystem, TAC delivers a seamless user experience and deep liquidity from day one. The debut of the mainnet recorded a total value locked (TVL) exceeding $800 million—a launch figure that underscores investor confidence in TON’s emerging DeFi landscape.

TAC’s EVM layer allows Ethereum-native DeFi protocols to run directly on the TON blockchain. Combined with Telegram’s user base of over 1 billion, TON is now well-positioned to lead the next wave of DeFi by offering unmatched reach and usability.

Robust Ecosystem with Extensive Integrations

The TAC mainnet powers a vibrant ecosystem featuring over 15 top-tier DeFi protocols, including Curve, Morpho, Bancor, Euler, ZeroLend, and IPOR Fusion. More than 50 cross-platform integrations further enhance the network’s lending, swapping, staking, and governance capabilities.

Users can now access liquidity pools, lending markets, and yield-generating products—such as those from Curve and Morpho—directly through Telegram’s intuitive interface. This frictionless setup offers a native Web3 experience for Telegram’s mainstream audience.

TAC’s EVM architecture enables fast and efficient porting of Ethereum-based applications, accelerating both developer adoption and ecosystem expansion. The launch also introduced the $TAC token, which serves as the primary asset for transaction fees and on-chain governance.

Unlike traditional DeFi platforms that require browser extensions and complex wallet setups, TAC significantly lowers the barrier to entry. Through Telegram’s existing messaging interface, users can interact with protocols like Curve and Morpho simply by tapping into dedicated bots or embedded apps.

This reimagined access model makes DeFi more intuitive and accessible—especially for retail users who may have previously found blockchain interfaces intimidating.

Proactive Operations: Major Listings and Airdrop Campaign Drive Early Momentum

TAC’s mainnet rollout was accompanied by an aggressive go-to-market strategy. The $TAC token was listed on several major centralized exchanges, including Bybit, Kraken, Bitget, Telegram Wallet, and Binance Alpha, offering users immediate access to trading and liquidity across global platforms.

In parallel, TAC launched a multi-phase airdrop campaign to drive community engagement and incentivize early adoption. According to the official announcement on X, the campaign will distribute a total of $7 million worth of tokens over seven rounds, targeting distinct user segments such as early testers, ecosystem contributors, and Telegram-based participants.

As of July 16, $TAC is trading around $0.02, with 24-hour trading volume surpassing $90 million—reflecting strong initial market activity following the token’s debut.