What’s Cooking at Grill.chat?

Grill.chat, the trendy chat application nestled in the Subsocial network, just flipped the switch on Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) wallet compatibility. This sizzling update allows users to chat seamlessly using their Ethereum identities and send crypto via Polygon. Imagine texting your crypto buddies while also ensuring your Ethereum wallet stays in the loop. It’s like having a barbecue where everyone brings their own grill but still shares the burgers!

Unleashing the Power of Subsocial

At its heart, Subsocial is a Polkadot parachain tailored for social media applications. With over 70 crypto-focused chat rooms, Grill.chat aims to attract fresh Web3 projects eager to foster their communities.

Why the EVM Compatibility Matters

Now users can connect their Subsocial wallets to their EVM wallets. A quick signature on a transaction confirms wallet ownership, eliminating the need for SUB tokens in order to donate! It’s like getting a VIP ticket to a concert without needing to break the bank.

A New Era of Interaction

In a chat with the cool cat of content over at Subsocial, Zachary Edwards highlighted how Grill.chat seeks to lure crypto projects to sponsor chat rooms. Currently, many communities find themselves shackled to Discord servers and Telegram channels. These platforms aren’t integrated into project websites, leading to user friction – the kind that makes you want to pull your hair out.

Say Goodbye to Friction

Grill.chat makes it easy-peasy to integrate chat groups directly into app interfaces. Case in point: Zeitgeist, the blockchain predictions market app, features a chat icon that opens a dedicated chat room in Grill.chat. It’s like walking into a bar where your friends are already waiting for you – no awkward introductions needed!

Streamlining User Experience

At first, users faced hurdles with wallet compatibility. Most big crypto projects hang out on EVM networks – Ethereum, Polygon, and Avalanche. To ease these pains, users can create a Subsocial wallet right from the Grill.chat interface. Plus, the team has pitched in to cover users’ gas fees. However, the EVM compatibility was the cherry on top, creating a bridge between Ethereum users and Grill.chat’s vibrant community.

What’s Next? More Cross-Chain Magic

Edwards refers to using off-chain signer technology, displaying how Grill.chat links distinct identities. So, while users can chat via the Substrate (Polkadot tech), their EVM accounts are intertwined, showcasing their identity, donations, NFTs, and more. Who knew chatting could come with such a tech-savvy upgrade?

The Race for Crypto Community Building

Grill.chat may not be the only fish in the sea. OpenChat on the Internet Computer network is also eyeing similar features for project integration. Numerous Web3 companies are on a mission to champion blockchain-based social media that will rise to the occasion. As seen with recent announcements from the Lens network and MeWe, we’re witnessing a crypto community revolution like no other!