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Making Web3 Easy: How Pavel Altukhov and TAC Are Changing the Game
John: Hey Lila! Today I want to dive into one of the biggest puzzles in the tech world: why hasn’t Web3 gone completely mainstream yet? We often hear about its potential to change the internet, but for most people, it’s still too complicated. A lot of brilliant teams are working to fix this, and one vision that really caught my eye comes from Pavel Altukhov, the CEO of a project called TAC.
Lila: Hi John! That’s a great question. I’ve tried to get into crypto and NFTs before, and it felt like I needed an engineering degree just to start. What makes it so difficult for beginners?
John: You’ve hit on the exact problem. In the past, and even now, getting into Web3 has been a real technical challenge. It’s a process filled with hurdles that are completely unfamiliar to the average internet user.
The “Old Way”: Why Web3 Can Feel So Intimidating
John: Think about how you use an app today. You download it, create an account with your email or social media, and you’re in. Web3 is different. Historically, you’ve needed to:
- Set up a digital wallet: This isn’t like a bank account; it’s special software that holds your crypto assets.
- Secure a seed phrase: This is a list of 12 or 24 random words. If you lose it, you lose access to all your funds, forever. There’s no “forgot password” button.
- Manage gas fees: You have to pay a transaction fee, called “gas,” for almost every action you take on the blockchain. These fees can be confusing and unpredictable.
Lila: Wow, that’s a lot. The seed phrase part alone is terrifying! It’s like being told to hide your life savings under a mattress and memorize the exact floorboard it’s under. No wonder people are hesitant.
John: Exactly. It’s a huge barrier. This is the problem Pavel Altukhov and his team at TAC (which stands for The Ambitious Card) are directly tackling. Their vision is to create a seamless bridge from the familiar world of social media to the new world of Web3.
The Vision: A Social Super-App for Web3
Lila: So what is TAC, exactly? And how is it supposed to make things easier?
John: At its core, TAC is designed to be a “SocialFi super-app.” Let’s break that down.
Lila: Okay, good idea! “SocialFi” and “super-app” are new terms for me.
John: Sure! “SocialFi” is a blend of “Social Media” and “Finance.” It means building social platforms where users have ownership over their data and can earn rewards for their engagement, all powered by blockchain. Instead of a platform making all the money from your content, you get to participate in the value you create.
A “super-app” is an application that does everything in one place. Think of apps like WeChat in Asia, where you can chat, order food, pay bills, and play games without ever leaving that single app. The goal for TAC is to be a Web3 super-app where you can socialize, trade assets, read news, and explore NFTs in one integrated, user-friendly environment.
How TAC Plans to Onboard the Next Billion Users
Lila: That makes sense. An all-in-one app sounds much more convenient. But how do they solve the scary seed phrase and wallet problem?
John: This is the most crucial part of their strategy. Looking ahead, TAC is building its platform with several key innovations to remove that friction.
1. Building on the TON Blockchain
John: First, they made a very strategic choice about where to build. TAC is built on the TON blockchain, which stands for The Open Network. TON was originally designed by the creators of Telegram, the messaging app with over 900 million monthly active users.
Lila: So they’re building where the people already are? Instead of trying to pull users to a brand new place, they’re going into a community that already exists?
John: Precisely! TAC is being developed as a “mini-app” that can run directly inside Telegram. This means no separate app download is required. Users can access Web3 services right from the messenger they already use every day. We’ve seen this model work incredibly well with other TON-based apps like Notcoin, which attracted millions of users very quickly through its simple, viral integration with Telegram.
2. Simplifying the Wallet Experience
Lila: Okay, but what about the wallet itself? Do you still need a seed phrase?
John: This is where TAC’s vision gets really clever. They are using a “non-custodial smart wallet.” Let me explain what that means.
- Non-Custodial: This means you, and only you, have full control over your funds. TAC never holds your assets, which is a core principle of Web3 security.
- Smart Wallet: This refers to a technology also known as “account abstraction.” It allows for much simpler user experiences. Instead of a seed phrase, your wallet could be linked to your social login or secured with familiar methods like Face ID or a PIN. It makes a Web3 wallet feel as easy to use as a modern banking app.
Lila: So it gives you the security of owning your assets without the complexity of a seed phrase? That sounds like the perfect solution!
3. An All-in-One, AI-Powered Experience
John: Right. And once you’re in, TAC aims to keep the experience simple and engaging. According to Altukhov, the app will include an AI-powered news feed to deliver personalized content, an AI assistant to help you navigate Web3, and a “learn-to-earn” model that rewards you for learning more about the ecosystem. The goal is to make discovering and using Web3 not just easy, but also fun and rewarding.
Where Is TAC Now and What’s Next?
Lila: This all sounds fantastic in theory. But is it real yet? Can I go use it?
John: We’re still in the early stages, but it’s moving quickly. Currently, as of mid-2024, TAC has launched the alpha version of its application and is available via a waitlist. Their team is actively testing and gathering feedback.
Looking ahead, their public roadmap outlines a clear path forward. Their plans for the near future include launching a public beta, integrating a token swap feature, and eventually introducing an NFT marketplace and a launchpad for new projects. The vision is to build out the full super-app functionality piece by piece.
Lila: So the journey is just beginning. It’s exciting to watch a project that’s so focused on the user experience. It feels like this could actually be a turning point for making Web3 accessible to everyone.
John: I agree. For years, the conversation has been about building powerful technology. Now, as Pavel Altukhov’s vision for TAC shows, the focus is shifting to building powerful technology that is also powerfully simple. That’s how Web3 will finally welcome the next billion users.
Lila: It’s great to see a project that’s less about hype and more about solving a real problem. I’m looking forward to seeing how it develops!
This article was created based on publicly available, verified sources. References:
- Pavel Altukhov Outlines Vision For Seamless Web3 Adoption Via TAC
- TAC – Official Website and Roadmap
- TAC Official X (Formerly Twitter) Account
- The Open Network (TON) Foundation Official Blog
- Telegram Endorses TON Blockchain, Will Let Users Buy Ads With TON Coin – CoinDesk