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AppWizard

June 3, 2025

WhatsApp and iMessage competitor: Elon Musk announces new Vchat messenger

Elon Musk has introduced XChat, a secure messaging service aimed at transforming X (formerly Twitter) into a comprehensive communication platform. XChat focuses on privacy, file sharing, and cross-platform calling, competing with established messaging services like WhatsApp and Telegram. It is developed using Rust and features Bitcoin-style encryption and end-to-end encryption to ensure message confidentiality. Currently in beta testing, XChat will be rolled out to more users soon, although no official launch date has been set. This service is part of Musk's vision to create a "super app" that combines social networking, digital payments, media sharing, and private communication, similar to WeChat. Analysts believe XChat could significantly influence the development of Web3 applications and challenge traditional messaging platforms to innovate in security and functionality.

AppWizard

May 30, 2025

GRVT Now Lets Android Users Trade 30+ Crypto Perpetual Pairs in New Mobile App

GRVT has launched its Android mobile application on the Google Play Store, introducing institutional-grade crypto perpetual trading to mobile users. The app features approximately 30 crypto perpetual trading pairs, a rewards page, a portfolio overview, and a Liquidity League for trading competitions. It is available in 50 countries, including Argentina, Japan, South Korea, and Vietnam. GRVT is the first licensed onchain exchange, combining centralized and decentralized finance to provide a high-performance trading experience on the Ethereum blockchain. Since its mainnet launch, GRVT has achieved over .5 billion in trading volume, onboarded 40,000 verified users, and listed 24 trading pairs. The mobile app launch coincides with a growing interest in crypto perpetuals, with projections indicating significant increases in trading volume for both centralized and decentralized exchanges in 2024.

BetaBeacon

May 28, 2025

Flappy Bird Returns to Android Without Crypto Elements Via Epic Games Store

- The original Flappy Bird game has been re-released on the Epic Games Store without any crypto features. - The new version includes enhanced features such as local leaderboards and achievement systems. - The return of Flappy Bird to the Epic Games Store signifies a shift in the Android gaming distribution landscape. - The creators of Flappy Bird are still considering incorporating crypto features in the future, but the current version is crypto-free. - Android users can currently only access the game on the Epic Games Store, with no information on availability on iOS or Google Play Store.

AppWizard

May 8, 2025

The Big Screen Gaming Summit returns to PG Connects Helsinki later this year

PG Connects is introducing the Big Screen Gaming Summit in Finland, coinciding with PG Connects Helsinki. This event will explore opportunities and challenges in console, PC, XR, and web3 gaming, featuring discussions on cutting-edge technologies, insights from developers, strategies for discoverability, innovative business models, and game development. Tickets for the event are available, starting at €166, with over 200 speakers and more than 1,500 delegates expected to attend.

BetaBeacon

May 1, 2025

Remember Flappy Bird? It’s back as an Android exclusive

Flappy Bird has been brought back to Android devices through the Epic Games Store after being removed from app stores in 2014. The game will receive updates until 2025 and will be monetized through ads and in-game purchases.

BetaBeacon

April 30, 2025

Epic Games for Android is bringing Flappy Bird back

Flappy Bird, a classic mobile game, is making a comeback on Android devices through the Epic Games Store app. The game will be available for free with in-game ads and ongoing support and updates. Players can access the Epic Games app on Android by downloading it directly from the company's website, bypassing the Google Play Store.

BetaBeacon

April 30, 2025

Epic Games store challenges mobile monopolies

- Flappy Bird has made a comeback exclusively for Android users through the Epic Games store, developed by Flappy Bird Publishing. - The game includes Classic mode and a new Quest mode with unlockable worlds and obstacles. - Epic Games Store has struggled to meet installation goals, achieving fewer than 30 million installs out of a goal of 100 million by the end of 2024. - Alternative marketplaces on iPhones are needed to increase competition and benefit consumers through improved pricing and innovation.

BetaBeacon

April 30, 2025

Flappy Bird Added To Epic Games Store For Android

Flappy Bird has teamed up with Epic Games to bring the modern version of the game to the Epic Games Store on Android. The Flappy Bird Foundation is spearheading the game's return and has acquired the official trademark rights. Planned future releases include desktop and mobile web browsers and native app versions on iOS and Android in 2025. The game features Classic mode and Quest mode with new worlds and challenges. The app on Epic Games Store will not have Web3 elements and is supported by ads and in-app purchases.

BetaBeacon

April 30, 2025

One Championship MMA Game on Sui Blockchain Hits iOS and Android

One Fight Arena is a new mobile game by One Championship that combines puzzle and fighting gameplay. It features One Championship fighters and offers SUI token rewards through blockchain integrations.

BetaBeacon

April 29, 2025

Flappy Bird returns on Android, now without the weird crypto stuff

Flappy Bird has made a comeback on Android devices through the Epic Games Store, with the game being monetized solely through ads and in-app purchases. The new version will not involve cryptocurrency or Web3 elements, contrary to earlier plans. The original creator of Flappy Bird, Dong Nguyen, has distanced himself from the game's revival and does not seem to be benefiting financially from it.