SKALE Network, an Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM)-compatible and gasless blockchain, has announced reaching 17 million unique active wallets (UAW) in the first quarter of this year. This milestone is accompanied by an impressive statistic – the network claims to have saved its users a staggering $3.1 billion in gas fees during the same period.

According to a report shared by SKALE Labs, the team behind the project, the network's gasless approach has fundamentally transformed the playing field for Ethereum developers. By eliminating gas fees and providing instant finality, SKALE enables developers to leverage blockchain technology in a more meaningful and impactful way, allowing them to focus on accessibility and user experience while staying true to Web3 core principles.

Jack O'Holleran, CEO and co-founder of SKALE Labs, highlighted the significance of SKALE's gasless model, stating: "SKALE's gas free model lets devs focus on accessibility and user experience while still staying true to Web3 core principles. We get to see the results in action every day as millions of users initiate over a million transactions per day on the network and hundreds of projects and businesses are building on SKALE."

The report further reveals that over 70 projects and integrations have adopted SKALE technology in the first quarter, contributing to its expansion. Notable collaborations include partnerships with ChainGPT, TCG, Dmail, and NFT Arcade, among others.

Comparing SKALE's fee structure with other popular networks, the report highlights the substantial cost savings for users. While BNB Chain and AVAX charged over $330 million in fees combined in March alone, SKALE's gasless approach enabled its users to avoid these hefty costs.

The network's focus on blockchain gaming is also noteworthy. During this year's Game Developers Conference (GDC), SKALE announced $2 million in grants, paid in the protocol's native token, for projects that want to build new games using their infrastructure. O'Holleran expressed his belief that blockchain gaming is poised to make a significant impact on the industry, stating:

"We believe that games released now have the potential to set a new standard in the sector by leveraging AppChain technology to deliver unique gameplay experiences, enhanced monetization models, and true ownership of in-game assets. As the industry continues to evolve, we're excited to see how developers leverage SKALE's scalability and gasless transactions to push the boundaries of what's possible in blockchain gaming."

With its gasless approach, impressive user adoption, and innovative collaborations, SKALE Network is positioning itself as a game-changer in the blockchain ecosystem. By offering developers a cost-effective and user-friendly platform, SKALE is paving the way for broader adoption and exploration of blockchain technology's potential, particularly in the gaming industry.