The Etherlink ecosystem has achieved a significant milestone with the support of KuCoin for Tezos (XTZ) deposits and withdrawals, pushing its total value locked (TVL) to a record $60 million as of September 5. KuCoin users now enjoy faster access to the Etherlink network, benefiting from sub-500ms confirmations and near-zero transaction fees. This expansion is further bolstered by the launch of Apple Farm Season 2, which features multiple protocols and offers rewards until mid-November. Etherlink's DeFi growth is marked by integrations with platforms like Curve, alongside infrastructure upgrades that enhance wallet and developer tools. The ecosystem is also witnessing growth in gaming and institutional integrations, highlighted by nearly 100 submissions in the Summer of Code hackathon.