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Agricultural Web3 pioneer AESC launches airdrop of 32 million Tokens, leading the wave of smart agriculture reform. Today, the Bluepine Tech Foundation officially announced the launch of a global airdrop plan for its ecosystem core token AESC, with a total of 32 million AESC tokens to be distributed to the community, aimed at rewarding early supporters and expanding its global community base in the digital agriculture ecosystem. This airdrop marks a critical step in the deep integration of blockchain technology and agriculture, allowing global users the opportunity to participate in future agricultural construction with zero barriers. Airdrop value: Innovation practice from data to assets. This airdrop is not only a token distribution but also a demonstration of AESC's core philosophy: allowing contributors of agricultural data to become sharers of value. The airdrop tokens come from 2% of the total supply of AESC, and participants can obtain them for free by completing a series of tasks interacting with the ecosystem. These tokens serve as a passport into the Agri-Eco Smart Chain digital agriculture ecosystem, and holders will enjoy: - Voting rights for future ecosystem governance - Discounts on platform service fees and priority experience qualifications - Payment tools for agricultural data services and knowledge payment - Rights certificates for participating in agricultural RWA+RDA asset investments. How to participate: Three steps to start the agricultural digital future Airdrop activity is designed to be simple and transparent, users only need three steps to participate: 1. Visit the official website: Browse the official AESC Airdrop page and enter "Galxe" through the link to participate 2. Complete tasks: including following social media, joining communities, learning project knowledge, etc. 3. Receive rewards: After completing the tasks, the Token will be released linearly within 6 months after the event ends. Technology empowerment: Why the AESC Airdrop is receiving attention The AESC Airdrop is backed by proven technological strength. The Agri-Eco Smart Chain platform has achieved: - AI pest and disease identification accuracy rate of 92% - Crop yield increase of 15% in pilot areas - Pesticide usage reduction of 20% - Farmers' financing costs reduced by 30-50%. "We are not just distributing tokens; we are building a community-driven agricultural future. Every participant will become a co-builder of this digital transformation in agriculture, witnessing how technology enables smarter, fairer, and more sustainable agricultural production. This airdrop will continue until early December 2025, and token distribution follows the principle of "early participation, more contribution, high return" to ensure fairness in reward distribution and incentivization. Regarding AESC and Bluepine Tech Foundation, AESC is the governance and utility token of the Agri-Eco Smart Chain ecosystem, issued on the Binance Smart Chain, and will eventually migrate to a dedicated agricultural public chain. Bluepine Tech Foundation is a foundation dedicated to promoting the digital transformation of agriculture, constructing global smart agricultural infrastructure through the integration of blockchain, artificial intelligence, and Web3 technologies. 【Friendly reminder: Please participate in the airdrop through official channels to avoid scams. The official will never request user private keys or ask for transfers in any form.】

Bluepine Tech Foundation launches a global AI agricultural data service platform #BTC Today, the Bluepine Tech Foundation officially launched its "Global AI Smart Agriculture Service Platform" and future "Public Chain Plan," aiming to systematically address the core pain points in the agricultural sector, such as long-standing data silos, lack of financial services, and imbalanced value distribution, by integrating blockchain, artificial intelligence, and Web3 technologies, building a new agricultural digital ecosystem of "trustworthy data flow, precise service reach, and fair value distribution." Bluepine Tech Foundation - Builder of Agricultural Digital Ecosystems and Visionary Investor Bluepine Tech Foundation has created its flagship project - Agri-Eco Smart Chain (AESC), which is a global smart agriculture big data service platform that integrates semantic blockchain, federated learning, and specialized agricultural AI engines. Our team consists of experts from leading technology companies, financial institutions, and the agricultural sector, with extensive experience in transforming cutting-edge technology into actual productivity in the field. The three core pillars driving the digital transformation of agriculture The strategic layout of Bluepine Tech Foundation is based on three pillars: Strategic investment: Focusing on early agricultural technology projects in areas such as Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence (AI), supply chain traceability, Real World Assets (RWA), and data monetization. 2. Platform Empowerment: Providing farmers and agricultural enterprises through the AESC platform: 1) Data assetization services - transforming planting logs, soil data, crop growth, etc. into tradable digital assets through standardized on-chain authorization. 2) AI Precision Services - Real-time identification of pests and diseases, yield prediction, and personalized agricultural guidance based on self-developed AI engine. 3) "RWA+RDA" dual-wheel drive - a world-first solution that combines real-world assets (RWA) with readable data assets (RDA), aimed at fully unleashing the financial potential of agricultural data. 3. Global Ecological Co-construction: Establish partnerships with research institutions, agricultural cooperatives, and blockchain innovators to promote open standards and cross-border collaboration. Sustainable Value and Inclusive Future The platform will have a significant and far-reaching impact on the entire agricultural value chain: For farmers: Achieve increased production and income through data monetization, reducing financing thresholds. For enterprises and institutions: Enhance decision-making efficiency, optimize logistics and reduce disputes through transparent and traceable data flow. To our Earth home: Achieving resource optimization through precision agriculture, reducing environmental impact, and contributing to global food security. Agriculture, as the cornerstone of human civilization, remains the last giant to be awakened in the wave of digital transformation. Our goal is not to disrupt, but to empower. Bluepine Tech Foundation is committed to revitalizing this ancient land through technology, allowing every participant to fairly share in the dividends brought by the digital age. Currently, the Agri-Eco Smart Chain (AESC) platform is about to enter the global promotion phase and will launch community token airdrop and sale activities, inviting global participants to witness and participate in this profound agricultural transformation. About Bluepine Tech Foundation Bluepine Tech Foundation is a strategic investment and ecosystem building foundation focused on the intersection of "agriculture technology, blockchain, and artificial intelligence." We are not just a fund management company, but also deep participants and practitioners in the industry. We firmly believe that technology is the only way to solve systemic problems in agriculture. Note: The content of the article is translated from the original text of overseas media.

Breega, a French VC firm, has launched its African fund, Breega Africa Seed I, with $75 million to invest in early-stage startups across Africa. Opening offices in Lagos and Cape Town, it targets key sectors like agri-tech and fintech, aiming to bridge the funding gap in the region.