⛓️ What's Hot in Superchain?
Space joins the Superchain
On July 18th, 2024, Shape announced it would join the Superchain. Shape is a Layer 2 OP Chain designed for creators; Shape offers a platform where cultural contributions are valued and rewarded. It empowers artists and innovators to design, build, and experiment in an open, inclusive environment.
Shape's Gasback program is not just innovative, it's a potential game-changer. This approach promises to empower artists in ways we've never seen before. The network's Gasback system returns 80% of sequencer fees to contract owners, 15% funds public goods through the Optimism Collective, and 5% supports infrastructure and the Shape Foundation. As Shape integrates into the Superchain, it promises to change how digital culture is cultivated and rewarded. Read all about it here.
Optimism Retro Funding 4 results
Optimism has announced the results for Retro Funding 4, rewarding projects based on metrics selected by Citizens. Key metrics included gas fees generated on the Superchain and the number of trusted users onboarded between October 2023 and June 2024. Notable projects like Zora, Layer3, LiFi Protocol, Stargate Finance, and Sound.xyz were recognized for their significant impact. Retro Funding boosts demand for Superchain blockspace, driving sequencer revenue and supporting future funding rounds. See the full results here.
Mint Blockchain Expedition
Mint Blockchain introduced Mint Expedition, a new ecosystem to change Web3 and NFTs. Mint Expedition builds on the success of the Mint Forest Voyage, which attracted over 414,000 unique users. Participants will receive 12% of the total $MINT token supply through airdrop allocations.
Season 1: Explorer’s opened on July 15th, offering users opportunities to earn MP points and Mint Expedition NFTs by completing quests and activities. These rewards can be used to acquire core assets and become founding explorers on Mint. Join Mint Expedition and embark on a journey to reshape the digital landscape. Read more about the expedition here.
Glendale Area Schools Credit Union Partners with Metal Blockchain to Explore Stablecoin Applications
Glendale Area Schools Credit Union took a major step into the blockchain world by enrolling in Metal Blockchain's Banking Innovation Program. This partnership aims to explore and develop stablecoin use cases, leveraging Metal Blockchain's advanced capabilities.
The Banking Innovation Program offers a range of benefits, including innovation workshops, fintech partnerships, R&D grants, and custom development support. It focuses on stablecoins, digital identity, private subnets, and asset tokenization, aiming to help institutions like Glendale Area Schools Credit Union drive innovation and enhance their operations. To dive deeper into this partnership and what it means for the future of financial technology, read the full article here.
SuperHack
Superhack 2024, hosted by ETHGlobal from July 26 to August 9, is an asynchronous hackathon for developers and blockchain enthusiasts. It offers $125,000 in prizes from sponsors like Optimism, Worldcoin, Base, Blockscout, Superform, Celo, The Graph, Chainlink, and Mode. Participants will be mentored by industry experts such as Karl Floersch, Jesse Pollak, Austin Griffith, and more. Supported by top blockchain partners, Superhack 2024 is set to drive innovation in decentralized technology. Apply for the online hackathon here.
🏛️ Governance Corner
Optimism Governance Code of Conduct Council
The deadline to apply for Season 6 of the Optimism Governance Code of Conduct Council has been extended to July 24th. Self-nominations are now open, allowing anyone to nominate for this important role. In Season 6, the Council will enforce rules of engagement, manage conflicts and discussions, and ensure accountability and transparency within the community. Apply here.
🔴Superchain Extra’s
The Superchain has grown to 20 different OP Chains, each with its flourishing Ecosystem. These are some extra stories to make your Sunday that much more Super.
