Weekly News from Polkadot & Kusama #152
1. Hyperbridge launches as the world’s 1st verifiable multichain bridge, bringing authentication on-chain
After two years of development, Hyperbridge launched the world’s first verifiable, multichain bridge, live on mainnet. Unlike traditional bridges that rely on trusted off-chain committees, Hyperbridge uses on-chain authentication powered by light clients, crypto economics, and zero-knowledge proofs. This groundbreaking design removes centralized intermediaries, allowing permissionless bridging across Polkadot, Ethereum, Optimism, Arbitrum, Gnosis, BNB Chain, and Base.
Learn more at hyperbridge.network.
2. Web3 Foundation unveils Cohort 3 for Decentralized Voices program on Polkadot & Kusama
The Web3 Foundation has announced the third cohort of the Decentralized Voices (DV) program, empowering six new delegates for both Polkadot and Kusama with 180,000 KSM and 42 million DOT in voting power.
These delegates, including ChaosDAO, KusDAO, Le Nexus, Lucky Friday Labs, Polkadot Hungary & Saxemberg, will be active in key governance tracks for four months. By enabling greater community engagement in OpenGov, the program aims to amplify decentralized participation in blockchain governance.
3. Jupiter Innovations Lab secures Decentralized Futures grant for True Network: On-chain reputation system to boost dApp engagement
Jupiter Innovations Lab Inc. has been awarded a Decentralized Futures Grant for True Network, an on-chain reputation system for dApps. True Network’s features include reputation staking, aging mechanisms to reward active users, and cross-chain compatibility, enabling users to transfer reputations across platforms.
With a private testnet, Raman Network, now live, developers can explore these tools, paving the way for more engaged and resilient Web3 ecosystems.
4. Polkadot ecosystem dashboard is now live on Token Terminal: Key metrics for Relay Chain & parachains
The Polkadot ecosystem dashboard is now live on Token Terminal, featuring data for the Relay Chain and select Parachains like Moonbeam, Hydration, and Acala. This initial version tracks metrics such as daily and monthly active users, transaction volumes, treasury status, and EVM-specific activity. As Polkadot grows, the dashboard will expand with additional Parachains and metrics, providing comprehensive insights for ecosystem stakeholders.
5. Acala partners with Fufuture to launch a coin-based perpetual options
Acala Network has joined forces with Fufuture to introduce coin-based perpetual options to its blockchain, offering traders and investors unprecedented flexibility and control. This new trading feature brings exciting possibilities for the Acala ecosystem, promising more dynamic options for managing investments. Details on the collaboration and an upcoming pre-launch event are on the way. Get ready to explore the next level of options trading on Acala Network.
6. PEAQ set to be listed on MEXC as a new DePIN project launched on Polkadot
MEXC has announced the listing of PEAQ/USDT in its Innovation Zone, scheduled for November 12, 2024, at 09:00 (UTC).
peaq, a newly launched DePIN blockchain, aims to serve as the core infrastructure for the Machine Economy, also known as Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks (DePIN). This addition to MEXC provides a new trading opportunity for those interested in DePIN-focused blockchain advancements.
7. FlappyWUD 2.0 with new NFT utilities and cyberpunk vibes
FlappyWUD 2.0 has arrived, bringing players a neon-lit cyberpunk world, gameplay upgrades, and fresh NFT utilities! Now featured on the official Polkadot website, this updated version includes a Player Stats screen, customizable nickname, leaderboard, enhanced power-ups like Quantum SuperPosition and Foresight, and immersive new graphics.
Available on both PC and mobile, FlappyWUD 2.0 invites players to take their gaming experience to the next level.
- Support Polkadotters Shrimp and Polkadotters Octopus validators on Polkadot and be a part of a more secure Web3 future
- Enhance Polkadot’s governance process by delegating your DOT or KSM to POLKADOTTERS, dedicated community supporters within the Polkadot ecosystem, enabling seamless participation in on-chain governance through Nova wallet or Polkadot Delegation Dashboard
