The Aptos Foundation and Alibaba Cloud have joined forces to boost Japan’s Web3 ecosystem.
Co-branded Developer Community
Together, they’ve launched Alcove, Asia’s first co-branded Move developer community. Alcove aims to:
- Promote the Move programming language
- Foster innovation
- Increase digital accessibility
Move Development Initiatives
The Aptos Foundation will spearhead initiatives through Alcove, including:
- Move developer meetups
- Hackathons using Alibaba Cloud technology
Hackathons for Web3 Talent
The hackathons will nurture Web3 talent by:
- Providing mentorship from industry experts
- Inspiring the next generation of developers and innovators
Quotes
Bashar Lazaar, Head of Grants and Ecosystem at Aptos Foundation:
“We aim to create a vibrant environment that allows Japan’s growing interest in Web3 to flourish.”
Significance for Japan
Japan’s tech-savvy population and supportive regulatory framework make it a prime location for Web3 development. This partnership aims to position Japan as a global leader in the Web3 space.