# Monthly Recap: August 2025 *August made waves for the tide of September!* By [Reef Chain News](https://blog.reef.io) · 2025-09-08 --- August was all about building momentum. From Wrapped $USDC going live to new exchange listings, Reef pushed forward on every front: infrastructure, liquidity, partnerships, and developer tools.  The month set the stage for September’s big milestones, with the new testnet and Web3Conf Enugu right around the corner. Here’s how it all unfolded: ### **Community** [![User Avatar](https://storage.googleapis.com/papyrus_images/f19ea335b987b95a62a8012cb388f65f.jpg)](https://twitter.com/Reef_Chain) [🐠 Reef](https://twitter.com/Reef_Chain) [@Reef\_Chain](https://twitter.com/Reef_Chain) [![Twitter Logo](https://paragraph.com/editor/twitter/logo.png)](https://twitter.com/Reef_Chain/status/1958140631273836553) ![🧵](https://abs-0.twimg.com/emoji/v2/72x72/1f9f5.png) Big update from Reef Chain! Wrapped USDC is now live, thanks to our integration with [@VIA\_Labs](https://twitter.com/VIA_Labs) and [@avax](https://twitter.com/avax)! This unlocks a stablecoin foundation for serious dApp development and user activity on Reef. Here’s why it matters ![🧵](https://abs-0.twimg.com/emoji/v2/72x72/1f9f5.png)![👇](https://abs-0.twimg.com/emoji/v2/72x72/1f447.png) ![](https://pbs.twimg.com/amplify_video_thumb/1958138835281252353/img/Xz1OOIUmJfbRmCPk.jpg) [![Like Icon](https://paragraph.com/editor/twitter/heart.png) 320](https://twitter.com/Reef_Chain/status/1958140631273836553)[ 13:14 • 20 Aug 2025 ](https://twitter.com/Reef_Chain/status/1958140631273836553) * Reef announced Wrapped $USDC is now live on Reef Chain, bringing stable liquidity and unlocking new DeFi opportunities. * A sizable REEF/USDC pool launched on ReefSwap, improving depth and accessibility for traders. * Validator coordination strengthened with the launch of a Telegram group to prepare for the upcoming blockchain upgrade. * Crawley discussions continued around fixtures, hospitality, and season tickets, reinforcing Reef’s ongoing sports sponsorship strategy. * Derek recorded an interview with Sander Gortjes for the HELLO Podcast, highlighting Reef’s latest ecosystem progress. ### **Ecosystem Growth** [![User Avatar](https://storage.googleapis.com/papyrus_images/0e0f78e8b846d5373c97abb56a14d36d.jpg)](https://twitter.com/web3confenugu) [Web3 Conference Enugu'25](https://twitter.com/web3confenugu) [@web3confenugu](https://twitter.com/web3confenugu) [![Twitter Logo](https://paragraph.com/editor/twitter/logo.png)](https://twitter.com/web3confenugu/status/1960086001587482672) What if the future of Web3 was gathering in one room and you had a seat? We’re thrilled to announce the official venue for Web3Conf Enugu 2025! ![📍](https://abs-0.twimg.com/emoji/v2/72x72/1f4cd.png) Summerhill Place Event Center, Enugu ![🗓️](https://abs-0.twimg.com/emoji/v2/72x72/1f5d3.png) September 27th, 2025 From builders to believers, creators to coders... this is your space ![](https://storage.googleapis.com/papyrus_images/3e9430223d751a2ec4ac92f1e0dac01c.jpg) [![User Avatar](https://storage.googleapis.com/papyrus_images/447fba49ef5a409bc527ed3b5d98f299.jpg)](https://twitter.com/web3confenugu) [Web3 Conference Enugu'25](https://twitter.com/web3confenugu) [@web3confenugu](https://twitter.com/web3confenugu) [![Twitter Logo](https://paragraph.com/editor/twitter/logo.png)](https://twitter.com/web3confenugu/status/1948446562406760834) REGISTRATION IS OFFICIALLY LIVE![🔥](https://abs-0.twimg.com/emoji/v2/72x72/1f525.png) You've all heard about the Web3Conf Enugu but tickets will only make it's approval rated. Register here: [web3conf.nextbridge.africa](https://t.co/yD7JNFc5g5) Don't miss the lights, the moment and action coming. ![📆](https://abs-0.twimg.com/emoji/v2/72x72/1f4c6.png) September 20-27th Time waits for no one, so rush now. ![](https://storage.googleapis.com/papyrus_images/666fbec10a1b52c0be1e669e6f3aee3b.jpg) [![Like Icon](https://paragraph.com/editor/twitter/heart.png) 93](https://twitter.com/web3confenugu/status/1960086001587482672)[ 22:04 • 25 Aug 2025 ](https://twitter.com/web3confenugu/status/1960086001587482672) * KuCoin and Poloniex added support for native $REEF on Reef Chain, simplifying onboarding and usage. * Multiple CEXs are finalizing support for $REEF, with announcements expected soon. * Reef entered conversations with two game developers about deploying on Reef Chain, including one studio already in testing. * Business development expanded through outreach to a European financial services firm and meetings with an ecosystem growth company. * Preparations continued for Reef’s role as a Diamond Sponsor at Web3Conf Enugu this September. ### **Infrastructure & Development** [![User Avatar](https://storage.googleapis.com/papyrus_images/5884ee1f5e7db55f95ee80455255d14d.jpg)](https://twitter.com/Reef_Chain) [🐠 Reef](https://twitter.com/Reef_Chain) [@Reef\_Chain](https://twitter.com/Reef_Chain) [![Twitter Logo](https://paragraph.com/editor/twitter/logo.png)](https://twitter.com/Reef_Chain/status/1955919853015195834) Another big move, making accessing $REEF and fiat even easier for all hodlers! $REEF is now available on @alchemypay! Alchemy Pay, a global leader ![🌍](https://abs-0.twimg.com/emoji/v2/72x72/1f30d.png)in fiat-crypto payment solutions, has integrated ![🤝](https://abs-0.twimg.com/emoji/v2/72x72/1f91d.png)directly with Reef Chain ![🪸](https://abs-0.twimg.com/emoji/v2/72x72/1fab8.png) ![](https://storage.googleapis.com/papyrus_images/62cf9cb41223f06d03dd280f73f28c8d.jpg) [![Like Icon](https://paragraph.com/editor/twitter/heart.png) 149](https://twitter.com/Reef_Chain/status/1955919853015195834)[ 10:10 • 14 Aug 2025 ](https://twitter.com/Reef_Chain/status/1955919853015195834) * Alchemy Pay’s fiat-to-$REEF on-ramp went live within Reef Wallet and website, enabling regulated fiat purchases via cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and bank transfers across 173 countries. * Antier demonstrated native MetaMask support for Reef Chain, a major step in improving EVM wallet accessibility. * Progress accelerated on Reef’s on-chain incentive program, with infrastructure now deployed on a new hosting platform. * Developers advanced integration of a fiat on-ramp into Reef dApps, with marketing and co-marketing plans already in motion. * Reef organized the Community Developer Fund opportunities into a new internal tool for streamlined access. * Ongoing talks with RPC and blockchain indexing providers continued, aimed at strengthening Reef’s infrastructure stack. * Work advanced on Reef’s new testnet, targeted for launch in September ahead of Web3Conf. ### **Tokenomics & Markets** [![User Avatar](https://storage.googleapis.com/papyrus_images/0233906543d3403af33d74767d55ded6.jpg)](https://twitter.com/Reef_Chain) [🐠 Reef](https://twitter.com/Reef_Chain) [@Reef\_Chain](https://twitter.com/Reef_Chain) [![Twitter Logo](https://paragraph.com/editor/twitter/logo.png)](https://twitter.com/Reef_Chain/status/1955978116481896808) ![🔥](https://abs-0.twimg.com/emoji/v2/72x72/1f525.png)![🚨](https://abs-0.twimg.com/emoji/v2/72x72/1f6a8.png) $REEF BURN ALERT ![🚨](https://abs-0.twimg.com/emoji/v2/72x72/1f6a8.png)![🔥](https://abs-0.twimg.com/emoji/v2/72x72/1f525.png) Ethereum Burn Tx: [etherscan.io/tx/0x38bd6aaa4…](https://t.co/1GovvraKwT) Yesterday we burnt 1,578,199,853.08654330231088929 $REEF on legacy chains! In total we have burnt 9,305,807,038 $REEF on Ethereum and BNB Chain. 18.5% of all REEF on Ethereum has been burnt as of 14 August[ ![](https://storage.googleapis.com/papyrus_images/1a69a85956ee7fee7144f1100476e07e.jpg) etherscan.io Ethereum Transaction Hash: 0x38bd6aaa44... | Etherscan ------------------------------------------------------ Transfer 1.58 B REEF to Null: 0x00...dEaD | Success | Aug-13-2025 03:32:47 PM (UTC) ](https://t.co/1GovvraKwT) [![Like Icon](https://paragraph.com/editor/twitter/heart.png) 69](https://twitter.com/Reef_Chain/status/1955978116481896808)[ 14:01 • 14 Aug 2025 ](https://twitter.com/Reef_Chain/status/1955978116481896808) * 1.5 billion $REEF minted and sent to Paribu. * Over 1 billion $REEF burnt on BNB Chain, demonstrating Reef’s commitment to supply management. * Hotcoin’s $REEF listing remains pending, awaiting fixes to the market maker tool. * Discussions with CoinGecko began to enhance Reef’s visibility through improved and accurate data. ### **Looking Ahead** September won’t just continue August’s pace, it’s shaping up to deliver the breakthroughs Reef has been building toward.  The new testnet launch, the on-chain incentive program, and Reef’s presence at Web3Conf Enugu will showcase the ecosystem’s growth to developers and communities worldwide. With $USDC already live and major exchange integrations on the horizon, the coming weeks could mark Reef’s most transformative chapter yet. --- *Originally published on [Reef Chain News](https://blog.reef.io/monthly-recap-august-2025)*