Google Cloud has officially partnered with ZetaChain to bolster its Universal Blockchain, according to an official post by ZetaChain. The alliance aims to quicken the wider acceptance of Web3 technology and assist in the creation of applications that can function across multiple blockchains.
As part of this collaboration, Google Cloud will serve as a validator for ZetaChain, or ZETA, thereby enhancing the security and scalability of the blockchain ecosystem. ZetaChain’s Universal Blockchain has been designed to enable developers to build “Universal Apps”. These are decentralized applications that are compatible with any blockchain network, such as Bitcoin or Ethereum.
The concept behind ZetaChain’s Universal Blockchain is a departure from conventional blockchains that are typically isolated, failing to share data or assets with other networks. Instead, ZetaChain seeks to enhance accessibility and connectivity within the blockchain universe. This is somewhat similar to how the internet provides effortless access to a range of websites and platforms.
In its role as a validator, Google Cloud will utilize its infrastructure to secure transactions on the ZetaChain blockchain. This function is vital for the upkeep of the integrity of the blockchain by verifying and recording data, thereby ensuring a reliable ledger for all users.
In another development, ZetaChain has pledged to delegate 1 million of its native tokens to five validators on Google Cloud’s infrastructure. This move is meant to fortify the network by financing and incentivizing validator activities, which are crucial for maintaining security and functionality.
This partnership also means developers working on ZetaChain will now have access to Google Cloud’s Web3 Startups Program. This program offers cloud credits that could potentially help to reduce infrastructure expenses. Furthermore, Google Cloud will incorporate ZetaChain’s testnet faucet, providing developers with prompt access to test tokens and so, facilitating the testing and development of apps.
In a related move, Google Cloud has shown support to the BNB Chain ecosystem by investing $10 million in the Most Valuable Builder (MVB) accelerator program. This investment is geared towards stimulating the development of decentralized applications on the BNB Chain via Google Cloud’s Web3 Startups Program.
This partnership between Google Cloud and ZetaChain signifies a notable step in the direction of a more interconnected and accessible blockchain ecosystem, promising exciting developments for both developers and users in the future.
