# Monthly Recap: August 2025

> August made waves for the tide of September!

**Published by:** [Reef Chain News](https://blog.reef.io/)
**Published on:** 2025-09-08
**URL:** https://blog.reef.io/monthly-recap-august-2025

## Content

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 🐠 Reef @Reef_Chain Big update from Reef Chain! Wrapped USDC is now live, thanks to our integration with @VIA_Labs and @avax! This unlocks a stablecoin foundation for serious dApp development and user activity on Reef. Here’s why it matters 320 13:14 • 20 Aug 2025 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 Web3 Conference Enugu'25 @web3confenugu 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! Summerhill Place Event Center, Enugu September 27th, 2025 From builders to believers, creators to coders... this is your space Web3 Conference Enugu'25 @web3confenugu REGISTRATION IS OFFICIALLY LIVE You've all heard about the Web3Conf Enugu but tickets will only make it's approval rated. Register here: web3conf.nextbridge.africa Don't miss the lights, the moment and action coming. September 20-27th Time waits for no one, so rush now. 93 22:04 • 25 Aug 2025 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 🐠 Reef @Reef_Chain Another big move, making accessing $REEF and fiat even easier for all hodlers! $REEF is now available on @alchemypay! Alchemy Pay, a global leader in fiat-crypto payment solutions, has integrated directly with Reef Chain 149 10:10 • 14 Aug 2025 Alchemy Pay’s fiat-to-$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 🐠 Reef @Reef_Chain $REEF BURN ALERT Ethereum Burn Tx: etherscan.io/tx/0x38bd6aaa4… 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 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) 69 14:01 • 14 Aug 2025 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 AheadSeptember 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.

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