Community AMA, February 2025

DIA recently hosted a highly anticipated AMA session with the core team, aimed at fostering direct communication with our community.

This AMA, held on February 18th, 2025, featured Anze Noc, DIA’s Community Lead, Dillon Hanson, Head of BD, and Zygis Marazas, Head of Product. Let’s dive into the key highlights of DIA’s strong 2024 and what is coming in 2025 beyond Lumina mainnet launch.

Before we kick off the AMA, let’s look back into 2024 and reflect on what we accomplished, what partnerships we formed, and explore the key innovations we introduced.

2024 was a big year for DIA as we focused on innovation, partnerships, and community growth.

We introduced Lasernet’s architecture and launched the first rollup dedicated to oracles on testnet. We also expanded our data feed offerings with new categories like BTCfi, LSTfi, and RWAs. On the integration front, we partnered with major chains and dApps across ecosystems, including XRPL, Stacks, Lukso, Alephium, Kadena, Soroban (Stellar’s smart contract platform), and many others, significantly broadening our presence.

Our community saw strong growth, fueled by the launch of Lumina, positive token price action, and improved market sentiment. We also ran 3 successful iterations of our flagship IRL event, Infra Gardens, in Denver, Brussels, and Bangkok, with over 2,000 visitors combined. On top of that, we hosted numerous X Spaces with partners and top Web3 projects across different niches, keeping the momentum going.

2024 was all about laying the foundation, and now we’re ready to build on it in 2025.

Now that we’ve walked down memory lane, let’s focus on what you can expect from DIA in 2025.

In 2025, DIA is set to make major strides in advancing on-chain oracle technology and expanding its impact across Web3.

The year will kick off with the Lumina mainnet launch, introducing the first rollup-powered oracle stack for fully verifiable, trustless data delivery. Shortly after, Lumina staking will go live, allowing participants to secure the network and earn rewards. Staking details will be shared soon, but you can expect juicy APYs.

Beyond launch, we’ll focus on product improvements through innovations like zkTLS, zk-coprocessors, and advanced data availability solutions. These advancements could open new possibilities for RWAs, AI-driven networks, decentralized randomness, and custom data feeds.

We’re also refining the Oracle Builder, making it easier for developers to deploy custom oracles with a seamless, one-click experience.

We’re excited to show you all the exciting developments in the coming months!

When can we expect Lumina mainnet and staking launch?

The Lumina mainnet is set to go live in Q1, with staking following soon after. Development is on track, with the testnet already processing 8 million transactions with 100% uptime and industry-leading data accuracy.

More news on the specific timeline of the Lumina mainnet rollout will be shared in DIA’s public channels.

What comes after mainnet launch, what will it bring for DIA?

Lumina’s mainnet launch is just the beginning. This milestone will trigger a domino effect, bringing more dApps, chain integrations, and ecosystem expansion. Our focus will be on onboarding dApps and chains, attracting builders to Lasernet, and experimenting with new technologies to unlock novel use cases.

Beyond launch, staking and product upgrades will introduce additional security and economic incentives. The initial staking phase will introduce a simplified staking model, allowing participants to commit tokens and earn rewards while securing the network. This foundation will evolve over time, with future updates bringing enhanced delegation models, slashing mechanisms, and advanced cryptoeconomic incentives to reinforce security, decentralization, and long-term sustainability.

As Lumina’s ecosystem grows, increased on-chain oracle activity and data flow will drive more interactions on Lasernet. This expanded usage contributes to network efficiency, security, and the potential emergence of new mechanisms that further align incentives across the ecosystem.

With fully on-chain oracles, modular architecture, and transparent data infrastructure, DIA is positioning Lumina as the go-to oracle solution for the next era of Web3.

With Real-World Assets (RWAs) gaining traction, how does DIA plan to position itself as a key player in this market vertical?

Real-World Assets (RWAs) and tokenization are emerging as one of the most promising frontiers in Web3, and DIA is positioned to become the go-to oracle provider for the RWA ecosystem. We already support 5000+ feeds for FX, equities, commodities, and other financial assets, but we’re about to take this to the next level.

We’ve been hard at work developing a robust RWA oracle product, and we’re thrilled to share that we’ll be unveiling it tomorrow. 

How is DIA going to compete in the market with meme craze, are there any ways DIA can be a value add for all the meme tokens?

Memecoins have undoubtedly captured significant attention, injecting fresh capital and energy into the market. However, these tokens often lack the utility required for long-term adoption and meaningful value creation. At DIA, we see this as an opportunity to remain focused on building infrastructure that empowers utility-driven ecosystems.

As with any token, we can quickly deploy reliable price feeds if there’s demand from DeFi platforms or memecoin teams. However, given that memecoins typically pride themselves on having no inherent utility, we don’t expect these cases to arise frequently.

Markets naturally oscillate between hype cycles and utility-driven growth. DIA’s commitment to transparent, trustless, and utility-focused oracles positions us to thrive in the long run. While memecoins may dominate the headlines today, our strategy remains firmly aligned with supporting projects that deliver lasting impact.

AI and data have become critical in Web3. How is DIA leveraging AI to improve its oracle solutions and expand its use cases in 2025?

AI is a game-changer for innovation, and we’re actively exploring how it can enhance DIA’s oracle solutions and unlock new use cases in Web3. We’ve already integrated AI tooling into internal processes like monitoring, data analysis, and identifying anomalies in liquidity pools, improving efficiency and security.

Looking ahead, we’re exploring the development of a framework for AI agents and networks to interact directly with DIA’s on-chain oracle feeds, enabling automated decision-making and real-world data applications on the blockchain. DIA’s first-party DEX sourcing methodology positions it as the optimal oracle for AI agents, providing highly accurate, customizable data feeds for not only AI-powered DeFi applications, but for having the broadest coverage of price feeds for the AI tokens themselves. 

Additionally, DIA’s intention of leveraging zkTLS technology to enable verifiable off-chain data sourcing will unlock the ability for AI agents to securely access and utilize real-world information beyond blockchain networks. This will create new possibilities for AI-driven automation in DeFi, lending, and risk assessment. 

AI and blockchain are natural complements, and as these technologies mature, DIA is committed to being at the forefront of this convergence. Expect to see more integrations and applications rolled out later this year as we solidify our position in this transformative space.

2025 is shaping up to be our biggest year yet. With Lumina’s mainnet launch, staking, and groundbreaking innovations ahead, we couldn’t be more excited about what’s coming next. But none of this would be possible without our incredible community. Your belief in DIA drives us forward, and together, we have the opportunity to shape the future of trustless oracles and become a leading force in the space.

If you have any other topics or questions you’d like us to cover in the next AMA, feel free to submit them here: https://forms.gle/cUDRwuEDm6UUHPWe6

As always, the full AMA recap will be available on our blog later today or tomorrow. Thanks again for being part of the DIA journey—let’s make 2025 a year to remember! 🚀