Newsroom

Announcements & Updates

The latest news, information, and technical releases for the Moonbeam project, all in one place.

Project Milestones

Moonbeam completed its launch in January 2022, becoming the primary entry point for decentralized applications that want to connect to Polkadot. Moonbeam and Moonriver now have over 100 projects, integrations, and collaborations, representing a vibrant ecosystem for both developers and end-users.

Keep up to date with new integrations, technology, and accomplishments by signing up for the Moonbeam Newsletter.

November 22, 2022 in Announcements

Moonriver Provides EVM Smart Contract Platform for Robonomics Applications with XCM Integration

Singapore – November 22, 2022 – Moonbeam, the top destination for multi-chain applications on Polkadot, has announced an XCM connection between Moonriver and Robonomics by opening an HRMP channel to bring the Robonomics native token,…
Read More
November 17, 2022 in Announcements

Bifrost Polkadot Integrates with Moonbeam to Power GLMR Liquid Staking with XCM

Singapore – November 17, 2022 – Moonbeam, the top destination for multi-chain applications on Polkadot, has announced an XCM connection between Moonbeam and Bifrost by the opening of HRMP channels bringing the Bifrost native token,…
Read More
November 3, 2022 in Announcements

Moonriver and Moonbeam Natively Support Auto-Compounding of Staking Rewards

Runtime 1901 Includes Native Auto-Compounding of Staked MOVR and GLMR, On-Chain Identity Verification, and Randomness Singapore – November 03, 2022 – Moonbeam, the top destination for multi-chain applications on Polkadot, has released runtime 1901 in…
Read More
October 19, 2022 in Announcements

Moonbeam Expands Cross-Chain Capabilities with Hyperlane Deployment

Devs Building on Moonbeam Will Now Have Access to Hyperlane Through Connected Contracts to Send Secure Messages Between Chains Singapore – October 19, 2022 – Moonbeam, the top destination for cross-chain connected applications, has extended…
Read More
October 18, 2022 in Announcements

Darwinia XCM Integration Connects Moonriver and Moonbeam Ecosystems for Cross-Chain Interaction

Singapore – October 18, 2022 – Moonbeam, the top destination for cross-chain connected applications, has announced an XCM integration with Darwinia, which will allow connected contracts on Moonbeam to communicate via Darwinia’s Universal Cross-Chain Messaging…
Read More
View All Announcements

Recent News Coverage

A sampling of recent press coverage for Moonbeam.

The Defiant
May 5, 2022

Polkadot Upgrade Locks in Parachain Messaging

CoinTelegraph
April 8, 2022

Altcoin Roundup: Interoperability push puts attention back on Polkadot

Messari Logo
March 28, 2022

Polkadot Ecosystem Overview

The Defiant
February 18, 2022

Winners in Second Round of Polkadot Parachains Poised to Add Mojo to Expanding DOT Ecosystem

Securities.io Logo
February 10, 2022

Moonbeam (GLMR) vs Moonriver (MOVR) – Everything You Need to Know

CoinTelegraph
January 22, 2022

Moonbeam (GLMR) Launch Brings EVM Interoperability Closer to the Polkadot Network

Cryptobriefing Logo
January 11, 2022

Moonbeam Becomes First Parachain to Launch on Polkadot

Polkadot Logo
December 31, 2021

Polkadot 2021 Roundup

Binance logo
December 21, 2021

First Parachains Launch on Polkadot

altcoin buzz
November 12, 2021

4 Reasons Why Moonriver is The Leading Parachain on Kusama

Cryptobriefing Logo
November 10, 2021

Polkadot Holders Are Backing Acala and Moonbeam for Parachains

bitcoinist logo (1)
October 20, 2021

Moonbeam Emerges as The Top Parachain On The Polkadot Network

August 28, 2021

Moonriver Smart Contract Platform: Goes Live on Kusama

bitcoinist logo (1)
August 26, 2021

Moonbeam Team Unveils Kusama-Based Companion Network Moonriver Via Five-Phase Process

CoinTelegraph
August 19, 2021

Kusama Network Set to Launch its Next Five Parachain Auctions

CoinFund Logo
June 30, 2021

Moonbeam’s Interoperability and Compatibility Will Drive the Next Wave of Application Development and User Growth

bitcoinist logo (1)
June 15, 2021

Moonbeam’s Sister Project Moonriver Commences its Crowdloan in Polkadot Parachain Bid

CoinTelegraph
May 3, 2021

¿Qué es Moonbeam Network? Un Ambiente Ethereum-Compatible Sobre Polkadot

CoinTelegraph
April 15, 2021

Raise a PINT to Polkadot’s New Index Token: Six Top Projects Sign Up

Investing.com Logo
April 8, 2021

Covalent Decides To Decentralize With Moonbeam

CoinTelegraph
May 5, 2021

Polkadot Parachains Full of Promise

HackerNoon
April 9, 2021

5 Polkadot Projects Worth Checking Out

CoinDesk
March 30, 2021

PureStake Raises $6M From Binance Labs, Coinbase Ventures

ZeroKnowledge Podcast
March 10, 2021

Mapping the Polkadot Ecosystem

The Block
March 5, 2021

Inside Polkadot’s Bid to Offer a ‘Multichain’ Alternative to Ethereum

CoinDesk
November 17, 2020

As DeFi Grows, Investors Look to Polkadot to Be the Next Ethereum

CoinTelegraph
November 11, 2020

This Project Wants to Recreate Ethereum on Polkadot

Parity Blog
November 11, 2020

Moonbeam: Ethereum Smart Contracts on Substrate

Cryptobriefing Logo
November 11, 2020

Moonbeam Launch Paves Way for Ethereum Smart Contracts on Polkadot

CoinTelegraph
November 4, 2020

DeFi on Polkadot: An Alt Chain with Interoperability on the Horizon

Decrypt Media Logo
October 23, 2020

Here are the Most Exciting Projects Building on Polkadot

Messari Logo
October 22, 2020

Smart Contract Market Hits a Pivotal Point as the Scaling Wars Heat Up

The Block
September 23, 2020

PureStake Raises $1.4 Million to Launch Ethereum-Compatible Network on Polkadot

CoinTelegraph
July 18, 2020

Ethereum 2.0 and Polkadot Offer Alternative Solutions to Scaling Issue

The Defiant
April 28, 2020

Polkadot to Launch with Ethereum-Compatible Platform

All information made available, including claims, content, designs, algorithms, estimates, roadmaps, specifications, and performance measurements described in this project are provided for informational purposes only. It is up to the reader to check and validate the accuracy and truthfulness. Furthermore, nothing in this project information constitutes a solicitation for investment. No developer or entity involved in creating the Moonbeam Network or Moonriver Network or authoring this information will be liable for any claims or damages whatsoever associated with your use, inability to use, or your interaction with other users of, the Moonbeam Network or Moonriver Network or any information made available on this website, including any direct, indirect, incidental, special, exemplary, punitive or consequential damages, or loss of profits, cryptocurrencies, tokens, or anything else of value. All information contained herein is subject to modification without notice.