EVM on TON: How TAC and Marco Monaco Are Building the Future of Web3 Interoperability
As Web3 continues to evolve, one of the space’s biggest challenges remains: interoperability. Developers want scalability, users want simplicity — and ecosystems like Ethereum and TON are often worlds apart.
That’s where TAC (The Aggregation Chain) enters the scene.
Founded by Marco Monaco, TAC is a purpose-built, EVM-compatible blockchain that connects Ethereum developers with the TON ecosystem and Telegram’s massive 1.1 billion user base. It aims to simplify dApp deployment, bring liquidity to TON, and finally unlock consumer-scale Web3 adoption.
Why Build EVM on TON?
TON is one of the fastest-growing blockchain ecosystems, thanks largely to its integration with Telegram, a platform used by over a billion people worldwide.
But TON suffers from a small developer community and limited EVM compatibility — making it hard for Ethereum-native projects to onboard users from Telegram.
TAC’s Solution:
- Deploy a Cosmos SDK-based layer-1 chain with full EVM compatibility
- Integrate with the Babylon Bitcoin Security Network to enhance decentralization
- Launch a developer-focused mainnet in May, followed by a broader token rollout
This strategy makes it easier for Ethereum dApps to access TON’s users without abandoning the EVM tools and infrastructure they’re already using.
Marco Monaco’s Vision for TAC and Web3 Scaling
Marco Monaco is no stranger to scaling crypto systems.
Before TAC, he co-founded Linea, an Ethereum rollup incubated by Consensys, where he:
- Onboarded over 500,000 users
- Supported more than 500 developer teams
- Drove adoption across Ethereum-native apps
He also founded a blockchain advisory firm later acquired by PwC Italy, where he helped shape the firm’s crypto strategy and global blockchain initiatives.
Now, with TAC, Marco is focusing squarely on bridging Ethereum’s robust tooling with Telegram’s unparalleled reach.
“We’re not just building another L1. We’re building an ecosystem that helps Ethereum teams go consumer-scale by tapping into Telegram’s native distribution,” Marco said during a recent podcast interview.
Key Technology Pillars of TAC
1. EVM Compatibility
At its core, TAC is an Ethereum Virtual Machine-compatible blockchain, meaning:
- Ethereum-based dApps can port directly to TAC
- Devs use Solidity, Metamask, and familiar tools
- No need to rewrite contracts from scratch
This reduces onboarding friction and helps Ethereum developers reach Telegram users natively.
2. Cosmos SDK Architecture
Using the Cosmos SDK offers two key advantages:
- Modular development: Faster upgrades and flexible tooling
- IBC interoperability: Future potential for seamless communication with Cosmos chains
TAC’s modularity ensures long-term adaptability as the ecosystem scales.
3. Bitcoin Security with Babylon
Security is a common concern for new chains. To address this, TAC is integrating with Babylon’s Bitcoin Security Network — using Bitcoin’s proof-of-work as a finality anchor for TAC’s validator set.
This gives TAC a stronger security base while keeping transaction costs low.
4. Summoning Campaign: $370 Million in Liquidity
To ensure TAC is not just a tech layer but also liquid and functional, the team launched a Summoning Campaign, securing over $370 million in ecosystem liquidity.
This capital will support:
- Early ecosystem development
- Incentives for devs and users
- Liquidity for dApps and cross-chain transactions
Timeline and Launch Phases
TAC’s rollout is structured in strategic phases:
- May 2025: Developer mainnet launch
- Q3 2025: Public token launch and broader ecosystem activation
- 2026 Onward: Integration with Telegram bots, TON assets, and expanded Web3 tooling
By starting with developers, TAC ensures early applications are robust, user-focused, and ready to scale.
Why This Matters: A Billion Users Are Waiting
TON’s integration with Telegram is unique in the crypto world. Unlike most chains struggling to build user bases, TON already has a massive one — but it lacks the infrastructure Ethereum devs rely on.
TAC flips that dynamic.
By bringing the EVM to TON, TAC allows any Ethereum dApp to instantly:
- Reach new users via Telegram bots
- Tap into TON’s native token liquidity
- Participate in a vibrant social ecosystem without friction
Final Thoughts: Interoperability with Real Reach
Web3 often promises scale, but rarely delivers it. With TAC, the path to consumer adoption may finally be achievable — by uniting Ethereum’s developers with Telegram’s massive audience.
Marco Monaco and the TAC team are betting that real-world scale requires more than new blockchains. It demands bridges between existing communities, backed by strong security, liquidity, and dev-friendly tools.
And if they’re right, TAC could become the missing link that finally takes dApps mainstream.
