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Zeus Network is a decentralized communication layer designed to bridge the Bitcoin and Solana ecosystems. It enables Bitcoin liquidity to flow into Solana’s high-speed DeFi environment without relying on traditional, centralized bridging methods. By utilizing the ZeusLayer—a network of specialized nodes—and the Zeus Program Library (ZPL), the project allows for a non-custodial, programmable system. This infrastructure represents Bitcoin on the Solana blockchain as a 1:1 asset known as zBTC, ensuring Bitcoin remains usable within Solana's decentralized applications.

The project has garnered significant support from several high-profile figures and venture capital firms within the blockchain industry. Key angel investors include Anatoly Yakovenko, the co-founder of Solana, and Muneeb Ali, the co-founder of Stacks. Additionally, the project is backed by Andrew Kang of Mechanism Capital. This strong foundation of industry veterans highlights the strategic importance of the network in connecting two of the most significant ecosystems in the cryptocurrency space.

The ZEUS token serves multiple critical functions within the network. First, it is used for governance, allowing token holders to vote on network upgrades and ecosystem grants. Second, it plays a vital role in network security; node operators and "Guardians" must stake ZEUS to secure the cross-chain communication layer. Finally, ZEUS is the native currency for the ecosystem, used to pay for transaction fees and various services provided within the network, ensuring a continuous demand for the token as the ecosystem grows.

The total supply of ZEUS is capped at 1 billion tokens. The distribution strategy is designed to balance long-term growth and community engagement. Specifically, 40% is allocated to Ecosystem and Community Growth, 20% is held in the Foundation Reserve, and 15% is reserved for the Team. Early Backers receive 10%, while the remaining 15% is split equally at 5% each for Advisors, Liquidity provision, and Launchpad initiatives. This structured allocation ensures that stakeholders are aligned with the project's long-term success.

APOLLO is the flagship decentralized application (dApp) built on the Zeus Network. It provides the primary interface for users to stake native Bitcoin and earn yield by minting zBTC. zBTC is a 1:1 Bitcoin-backed token that exists on the Solana blockchain, allowing users to participate in Solana's DeFi protocols using their Bitcoin value. Additionally, the ecosystem introduces btcSOL, which is a liquid staking token (LST) representing staked SOL but earning rewards in Bitcoin, further integrating the value of both chains.

ZEUS is available on major cryptocurrency exchanges, including LBank and various decentralized exchanges on the Solana network. Because "Zeus" is a popular name, users must be cautious of tokens with the same ticker, such as Ethereum-based meme coins or legacy projects. It is essential to verify the official contract address through reliable sources like LBank's listing page or major blockchain aggregators. Always ensure you are interacting with the "Zeus Network" token associated with the Bitcoin-Solana bridge to avoid potential confusion with unrelated assets.