- IOTA has been listed in MEXC’s Assessment Zone with the IOTA/USDT trading pair now live, boosting its visibility and market activity.
- The listing follows recent technological advancements, including IOTA’s integration into European blockchain infrastructure and the launch of its EVM Mainnet.
IOTA (IOTA) is set for increased visibility and liquidity following its listing in the MEXC exchange’s Assessment Zone. The listing comes after positive recommendations from community users and marks a significant milestone for the IOTA ecosystem. Trading for the IOTA/USDT pair officially went live on August 23, 2024, at 12:00 (UTC), signaling new opportunities for traders and investors alike.
MEXC’s Assessment Zone: A Strategic Launchpad
The Assessment Zone, introduced by MEXC in 2020, provides a platform for “non-initial listing” projects recommended by the community. Tokens listed in this zone undergo a 60-day evaluation period. Projects that demonstrate strong performance, development, and activity levels have the potential to transition to the Innovation Zone and, eventually, the Main Zone, where they gain more visibility and trading volume. Conversely, those that do not meet the criteria may be removed or hidden unless community members vote for an extension using MEXC’s native token, MX.
The IOTA listing has already sparked notable buying interest, with the token’s price experiencing a 2.65% surge over the past 24 hours and an 8.81% increase over the last week. IOTA is now trading at $0.1414, though trading volume remains modest, with $6 million in transactions recorded.
Technological Developments and European Blockchain Integration
IOTA’s recent achievements extend beyond its MEXC listing. On August 20, 2024, IOTA announced the completion of the final phase of the European Blockchain Pre-Commercial Procurement (PCP), a key milestone in its collaboration with the European Blockchain Services Infrastructure (EBSI). As part of this initiative, IOTA is developing a distributed ledger technology (DLT) solution that will be integrated into EBSI, aimed at supporting cross-border credential attestations for individuals and organizations across Europe.
This development is a precursor to the next phase of European blockchain infrastructure, known as the European Digital Infrastructure Consortium for Blockchain (EUROPEUM-EDIC), which will focus on scalable, energy-efficient, and secure blockchain applications.
In addition to its European endeavors, IOTA has also launched its EVM Mainnet, which introduces advanced features like smart contracts, cross-chain functionality, and parallel processing. These enhancements position IOTA as a competitive player in the evolving blockchain landscape.
Visionary Leadership and Global Adoption
Dominik Schiener, the founder of IOTA, emphasized the foundation’s commitment to realizing blockchain’s full potential. “We firmly believe that the future of our industry lies in real-world applications like DeFi and stablecoins. That’s why we’re investing heavily in regions like Africa and continuing to pursue groundbreaking use cases,” Schiener stated in a recent interview.
As IOTA forges ahead with strategic listings, technological advancements, and global partnerships, it remains a project to watch closely in the coming months.
