1. BluePrint Initiative and ApeChain Plans
2. Key Collaborations and Ecosystem Growth
3. ApeChain’s Technical Framework

ApeCoin, the governance token tied to the Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC), announced a new initiative called BluePrint. This initiative aims to incentivize community-driven projects ahead of the launch of ApeChain, ApeCoin's dedicated blockchain.

BluePrint Initiative and ApeChain Plans

As part of the BluePrint initiative, ApeCoin announced plans to build consumer-grade applications, promote content partnerships, and streamline development on the ApeChain network. Greg Solano, co-founder of Yuga Labs and current CEO, emphasized the importance of 'killer day-one content partners' to make the user experience engaging from the start. "We want to make it easy for users to find the coolest things on ApeChain," Solano stated. The initiative reportedly prioritizes the creation of decentralized applications (dApps) and provides tools that make it easier for developers to deploy smart contracts and other Web3 experiences on ApeChain. Additionally, the BluePrint mentions the recently introduced BANANA Bill, aimed at funding ApeChain ecosystem development and providing user incentives. Reports suggest ApeChain will adopt several key Arbitrum roadmap milestones, including Stylus, Timeboost, BoLD, and Cluster Chains.

Key Collaborations and Ecosystem Growth

ApeCoin has partnered with several Web3 firms, including Halliday, Decent, and Privy, to help streamline the onboarding process for new users. These collaborations are designed to reduce barriers to entry by integrating fiat on-ramps through the ApeChain Portal. Beyond building a seamless user experience, ApeChain will also include components like the Reboot Protocol, enabling users to place bets on events or individuals, and a Native Yield system for handling withdrawals in both ApeCoin and Ethereum.

ApeChain’s Technical Framework

One of the major technical highlights of ApeChain is its integration with Arbitrum, an Ethereum Layer 2 scaling solution. In early 2024, the ApeCoin DAO voted to build ApeChain as a Layer 3 network on Arbitrum Orbit. The decision was driven by the need for scalability and efficiency to overcome challenges ApeCoin has faced in obtaining adoption on the Ethereum network. ApeChain’s roadmap includes offering APE as an Omnichain Fungible Token (OFT) using LayerZero technology. This development will allow APE to work across multiple blockchains, improving its utility and making it more versatile. Steven Goldfeder, co-founder of Offchain Labs, the company behind Arbitrum, noted: "Our role is to provide the infrastructure that allows ApeCoin DAO to execute its vision for ApeChain."

Besides building infrastructure, the BluePrint initiative rewards creators and developers within the BAYC ecosystem. The aim is to develop a community-centric environment where contributions are recognized and incentivized. ApeCoin plans to distribute resources and attention to content creators through a streamlined distribution system. "ApeChain is betting that what matters most are the apps and experiences built on the chain," said Solano. "We’re focused on creating a user-friendly ecosystem site that showcases the best of what the community can offer." The roadmap includes the continued development of ApeChain, with the official website expected to launch soon.