NEWSLETTER Edition #122
A weekly update on everything that moves NEAR Protocol
Nº 122 · Wed Aug 14, 2023
Hello NEAR Community (⋈),
We hope this week's newsletter finds you well. First and foremost, we'd like to draw your attention to a proposal from Kobold at Decent Land Labs regarding the idea for a potential MEM/BOS integration. The team has developed Molecular Execution Machine (MEM), a chain-agnostic layer aiming to simplify the dApp development process by facilitating serverless function operations. If you have some time, they're keen to gather insights and feedback from our community.
On another note, our Editor-in-Chief, Hero, has proposed something new at NEARWEEK. We're in the early stages of establishing NEAR Editorial Academy. Over a 6-month period, this program intends to offer the community the chance to enhance their content creation skills. Expect a curriculum that merges AI with a comprehensive marketing workflow, particularly for those inclined towards dev-related BOS content. We'll share more specifics in due time!
Speak soon,
Mr. News
TOP NEWS
PAGODA PUBLISHES PROTOCOL Q2 ROADMAP UPDATE
The recent NEAR roadmap update from Pagoda highlights progress in various aspects. This includes improved modular functionalities with account namespaces, efficient state reads, and cost reductions for contract deployment. Notable achievements include revamped state sync, finite wasm integration, and advancing towards Phase 2 of sharding for mainnet state resharding. LINK
BOS TAKES CENTRE STAGE : NEAR HIGHLIGHTED AT COPENHAGEN ETH MEETUP
NEAR will be showcased at the Ethereum and Web3 Copenhagen event, commencing on August 14th at the IT University of Copenhagen. The event's focal workshops will delve into two key themes: Account Abstraction and NEAR's groundbreaking Blockchain Operation System (BOS). LINK
JOIN APAC WEB3 HACKFEST HACKATHON : WIN UP TO $100,000 USD
Calling all skilled builders! Get ready for the ultimate challenge and a chance to win an incredible $100,000 reward. Participate in the Web3 Hackfest Hackathon, the most thrilling competition of the year. Registration is open until 20th August 2023. Don't miss out on the opportunity to connect with experts, access project development consultation, pitch to top-tier ventures, and more. LINK
NDC PRESENTS : A GUIDE TO ENGAGE IN ONGOING COMMUNITY ELECTIONS
With the highly anticipated community-driven ecosystem elections on the horizon, the NEAR Digital Collective (NDC) offers an informative guide. This resource outlines participation criteria and engagement strategies, providing a comprehensive overview of the upcoming elections. LINK
DEVELOPERS - POWERED BY NEAR DEV HUB
DEVHUB PRESENTS: YOUR PATH TO ENGAGEMENT
DevHub team introduces a comprehensive guide illuminating various pathways for community collaboration and participation in DevHub initiatives. Discover how to get actively involved across the platform's diverse communities. LINK
NEAR RUST TUTORIAL NOW AVAILABLE IN CHINESE
The dedicated work of DevHub contributors has led to a fully translated version of the NEAR Rust documentation in Chinese. This translation provides the Chinese-speaking community with the opportunity to access and make use of the NEAR Rust tutorial in their preferred language. LINK
DEVHUB WORKING ON EDUCATION & DOCUMENTATION WORK GROUP LINK
DEVHUB : NEAR DISCOVERY WORK GROUP HOLDS FIRST OFFICIAL MEETING LINK
DEVHUB x BOS HACKS : $15K+ BOUNTY FOR BUILDING DECENTRALISED FRONTENDS
DevHub will be amongst both sponsors and judges list for the upcoming two-week virtual BOS hackathon organised by BOS Hacks. The event is set to commence on August 25th, with registration currently ongoing. LINK
NEAR APAC GREENHOUSE INCUBATION PROGRAM : NURTURE YOUR BLOCKCHAIN STARTUP
The GreenHouse, a part of the NEAR APAC event series, offers an exceptional incubation program to elevate your project. Connect with top investors, gain insights into product development, marketing, and fundraising, and even secure 1:1 pitching with leading ventures. Don't miss this chance to propel your startup. LINK
DEFI & WALLETS - POWERED BY PROXIMITY
PROXIMITY LABS OFFERS $3K BOS BOUNTY AT ENCODE x NEAR HACKATHON
Proximity Labs brings a thrilling opportunity for developers with a $3,000 BOS bounty in NEAR tokens at the Encode x NEAR hackathon starting from September 19th. Secure your spot by registering for the event now. LINK
NEAR MOBILE WALLET UNVEILS WALLET SELECT FEATURE
Experience seamless authentication and transaction management with the newly introduced Wallet Select feature in the NEAR Mobile Wallet. Now you can access your account and manage transactions effortlessly with just one tap. LINK
METEOR WALLET FULLY INTEGRATES INTO QUESTONUS MARKETPLACE LINK
PROXIMITY LABS x IGNAS DEFI AMA : THE ENDGAME FOR NEAR AS DEFI CHAIN LINK
ORDERLY NETWORK REVEALS PLATFORM ENHANCEMENTS
Exciting updates are underway at Orderly Network, enhancing platform functionality and user experience. Notable improvements encompass features like Limit Price Protection for Liquidation Takeovers, which automatically denies takeover requests triggered by specific price conditions, and Reduce Only Orders for safeguarding traders. LINK
ECOSYSTEM & COMMUNITY
SUN LIFE UNVEILS IN-DEPTH GUIDE TO THE BOS
@Sunlife03 presents an insightful exploration of the BOS, detailing its pivotal role as the gateway to dApps and the forthcoming Web3 wave. The comprehensive thread covers various BOS aspects, including streamlined user onboarding, effortless DApp access via gateways, the crucial role of APIs in interaction, and more. LINK
NEAR x GLASS : REIMAGINING LOYALTY REWARDS FOR A $1.6T INDUSTRY, WITH BLOCKCHAIN TECHNOLOGY
This innovative collaboration between GLASS, a pioneering compliant Web3 loyalty platform for the alcohol industry, and NEAR, aims to reshape alcohol brand-consumer interactions, offering rewards, engagement, and exclusive experiences. LINK
NEAR x MESHFLUX : BRIDGING ART AND BLOCKCHAIN THROUGH INTERACTIVE SCULPTURES
In a captivating partnership, NEAR collaborates with Turkish artist Ufuk Baris Mutlu on the MeshFLux project. Mutlu's interactive sculptures creatively illustrate the concepts of centralised, decentralised, and distributed networks, fundamental to blockchain technology. These sculptures, supported by NEAR, aim to enhance blockchain understanding and can be 3D-printed as NFTs. LINK
NEARWEEK x NEW AFRO : UNCOVERING THE CONNECTION BETWEEN VISUAL ART AND TECHNOLOGY
Joining forces with NEARWEEK, cultural start-up New Afro will present an art exhibition that delves into the captivating blend of art and technology. Visual artist Benjamin Abana's creations will guide attendees through a realm of modern art, innovative technologies, and the intricate facets of human perception. Several artworks will transition into mintable NFTs on NEAR. LINK
AURORA WEEKLY UPDATES 2023-08-11 LINK
IN OTHER NEWS
WEEK IN ETHEREUM & BEYOND
WEEK IN ETHEREUM & BEYOND
Dive into the Open Web with our carefully selected assortment of headlines, curated just for you. 'In Other News' proudly collates news from external Web3 platforms, underscoring NEARWEEK's commitment to realise the full potential of the BOS.
PAYPAL LAUNCHES US DOLLAR STABLECOIN LINK
SAM BANKMAN-FRIED HAS BAIL REVOKED, JAILED, FOR INTIMIDATING WITNESSES LINK
VISA IS EXPERIMENTING WITH PAYING GAS FEES VIA CARD, CURRENTLY ON GOERLI TESTNET LINK
ARGENTINA OPENS INVESTIGATION INTO WORLDCOIN AS SCRUTINY OVER PROJECT'S REGULATION GROWS LINK
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