MetaMask’s addition of Solana support in Q2 2025 showcased DIN’s cross-chain infrastructure capabilities. This quarter highlighted how far the Decentralized Infrastructure Network (DIN) has come in making Web3 infrastructure more decentralized and resilient. In the first half of 2025, our community grew stronger, our technology advanced through major testnets and integrations, and usage hit all-time highs. Now we’re gearing up for an even bigger second half of the year, with mainnet on the horizon.

Highlights from Q2 2025 (First Half Recap)

The first half of 2025 was packed with progress. Here are some of the key milestones we hit in Q2 and earlier this year:

• MetaMask Solana Integration - DIN’s infrastructure helped power MetaMask’s new Solana wallet support, which went live in MetaMask Extension in Q2. By leveraging DIN’s decentralized RPC network for Solana, MetaMask could offer multi-chain functionality (“one home, many chains”) to its users. This was a proud moment for us, showcasing how DIN can plug in to enable non-EVM networks on a mainstream wallet.

• AVS Testnet v0.1 Completed - We successfully ran DIN AVS ephemeral testnet v0.1 with nine node providers staking via EigenLayer. This multi-stakeholder effort (with partners like AltLayer, BuildBear, and Txtx) proved that autonomous slashing and rewards can be integrated into our decentralized RPC infrastructure. It’s a huge validation of our Autonomous Verifiable Service (AVS) approach to enforce reliability and security in a decentralized way.

• Community Spotlights - We featured 8+ DIN providers and tech partners in our weekly highlight series (e.g. Web3 Wednesdays), showcasing the diverse contributors powering DIN’s ecosystem. From bare-metal infrastructure specialists to new tooling partners, these spotlights shined a light on our growing community of collaborators.

• AIDIN Launch - We introduced AIDIN, DIN’s AI persona, to make our advanced tech more accessible and engaging. AIDIN isn’t just a chatbot. It’s a friendly voice that answers questions about DIN in clear, simple terms and even joins our “Ask AIDIN” discussions to educate the community.

• Marketing Push - Alongside AIDIN, we kicked off a broader DIN marketing strategy. This included launching regular blog posts on Mirror, ramping up our social media presence (@DINBuild on X, YouTube, etc.), and sharing educational content. The goal: to raise DIN’s visibility and welcome more Web3 developers into our community.

• Bitcoin Support Testing - We began internal testing of Bitcoin integration within DIN. As MetaMask’s team works to expand into non-EVM networks like Bitcoin, we’ve been prepping our infrastructure to handle Bitcoin RPC traffic in a decentralized manner. Early results are promising, bringing us closer to including Bitcoin in DIN’s multi-chain roster.

• Scaling Milestone - DIN’s network scaled massively! We’re now handling 300+ million daily RPC requests, a 2× increase from the start of the year. This surging usage reflects both organic developer growth and new integrations like MetaMask’s. It’s amazing to see over 300 million JSON-RPC calls per day flowing through DIN’s decentralized providers, reinforcing the need for the reliable network we’re building.

• Watcher Upgrades - We completed a major Watcher overhaul, upgrading our health checks and monitoring. Watchers (our independent performance monitors) now catch issues faster and with greater accuracy, improving overall network reliability. These upgraded health checks mean node providers are immediately alerted to anomalies, and end-users enjoy more consistent service thanks to quicker failovers.

Looking Ahead: The Rest of 2025

DIN’s AVS is the on-chain “watchtower” that connects node providers and watchers, enforcing SLA rules through staking and slashing. This autonomous approach is a cornerstone for scaling DIN’s decentralized infrastructure with trust and transparency. With testnet v0.1 behind us, the next AVS iterations – and a host of other initiatives – are paving the way to mainnet. Here’s what’s on the roadmap for the rest of 2025:

• AVS v0.2 and v0.3 - Building on the success of v0.1, we’re already hard at work on AVS v0.2. This next version will roll out to more providers, integrating the lessons from testnet and refining our slashing, jailing, and reward parameters. In parallel, we’ve started planning v0.3, which will incorporate additional feedback, launch on a perpetual testnet (“Vector Testnet”), and prep the AVS for production. Each iteration brings us closer to a robust, battle-tested AVS for mainnet.

• DIN App Admin Modules - We’re launching new admin modules in the DIN App to improve user experience for all participants. Providers will get richer dashboards to manage their nodes and track rewards; Watchers will have tools to monitor network health and respond to incidents; and an AVS admin console will facilitate on-chain governance (like proposing parameter tweaks or reviewing slashing events). This will give our providers and watchers more control and insight as we decentralize those roles.

• din.build Ecosystem Hub - To improve transparency and accessibility, we are migrating our public materials to din.build. This means documentation, explorer views, and marketing content will live on din.build (moving away from infura.io pages). By centralizing resources on din.build, anyone can easily find information about DIN’s architecture, nodes, and how to get involved in one place. Expect a more comprehensive ecosystem hub that showcases everything from our whitepapers to real-time network stats.

• Economics & Tokenomics Paper - A deep dive into DIN’s economics is on the way. We’re finalizing a paper that details AVS economics, the DIN payment model, and $DIN mechanism design. This report will explain how fees flow through the system, how providers/watchers earn rewards, how slashing penalties are allocated, and how the $DIN token underpins network incentives and governance. Our aim is to share a transparent model with the community, articulating how value and rewards are distributed in a fully decentralized DIN.

• Network Expansions - More networks are coming! Solana was just the start – additional blockchains (both EVM and non-EVM) are on our integration roadmap for H2. As MetaMask and the Web3 community embrace new chains, DIN will be ready to provide decentralized RPC for them. We’re researching support for Layer 2s and non-EVM chains that are rising in demand. Each new network integration means developers can rely on DIN for a one-stop, multi-chain infrastructure solution.

• AVS Operator Resources - In preparation for mainnet, we’ll be releasing comprehensive AVS operator documentation and tooling. Node providers and watchers can look forward to setup guides, test suites, and monitoring tools to help them onboard smoothly. We’re also planning workshops and tutorial content so that by the time DIN AVS is live, a broad set of community operators will feel confident running nodes or watcher agents. Decentralization isn’t just about code, it’s about empowering people with knowledge and tools.

• Streaming Payments - Another big focus is payments and settlement within DIN. We’ve been prototyping DIN streaming payments by leveraging state channels so that value flows in real-time as RPC calls are served. Our payment system will likely ride on EigenLayer’s restaking or similar rails for security. These efforts will enable usage-based billing (think pay-per-call API access) that’s seamless and trust-minimized.

• DIN Association - Decentralizing infrastructure also means decentralizing governance. We plan to establish the DIN Association in the coming months. It’s a community-led foundation to oversee the network’s growth and integrity. The DIN Association will help manage aspects like multi-signature treasury funds, grants for ecosystem development, and stewardship of DIN’s open-source code. This structure, common in many decentralized projects, will formalize how contributors and stakeholders can shape DIN’s future in a transparent, accountable way.

• AVS Mainnet Launch - Everything is converging towards the DIN AVS mainnet launch targeted for late 2025. This will be the moment DIN graduates from the testnet phase to a fully decentralized production network. Mainnet AVS will bring decentralized staking, slashing, and rewards to all providers, with watchers safeguarding performance on-chain. Stay tuned for testnet v0.2/v0.3 updates as we march toward this huge milestone!

• $DIN Token Launch Prep: Last but not least, we’re finalizing plans for the $DIN token as we approach network launch. This includes publishing token materials (distribution, utility, and governance details) and ensuring alignment with the broader Consensys ecosystem. For example, we’re coordinating with Linea on potential synergies with a future $LINEA token. Our goal is to make $DIN a rewarding asset for DIN’s participants, while complementing initiatives and not conflicting with them. Expect more info on $DIN’s release and how it will integrate with things like MetaMask and Linea as those programs unfold.

Thank you to our community, providers, and partners for your support. Q2 2025 has affirmed our vision for a decentralized infrastructure network, and we’re beyond excited for what’s coming next. With these milestones achieved and ambitious goals ahead, DIN is more ready than ever to continue decentralizing Web3 with all the networks and AI agents out there. Stay tuned for more updates as we build towards an open, resilient future for blockchain infrastructure!