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πŸš€ Mantle Global Hackathon MNT Buildathon Opens Applications With $150,000 Prize Pool

According to Odaily, the Mantle Global Hackathon, known as MNT Buildathon, has opened its application process. The event features a total prize pool of $150,000 and is divided into two main tracks: ConInfra and ConCon. The ConInfra track focuses on building infrastructure or middleware to support next-generation consumer applications. Meanwhile, the ConCon track is dedicated to creating front-end applications, including social apps, games, health, and accountability tools, with an emphasis on user-friendly experiences.

The timeline for the event is as follows: Applications are open from October 9, 2024, to November 12, 2024. Participants will receive one-on-one mentorship and access to Mantle resources starting from October 16, 2024. The DevCon demonstration days are scheduled from November 12, 2024, to November 15, 2024. The growth and adoption phase will take place from November 18, 2024, to December 7, 2024.


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πŸš€ Plume Network Joins Ethereum Enterprise Alliance

According to BlockBeats, on October 23, Plume Network, a Layer 2 network focused on real-world assets (RWA), announced its official membership in the Ethereum Enterprise Alliance (EEA). This collaboration will enable Plume Network to work alongside industry leaders such as the Ethereum Foundation, Microsoft, JP Morgan Chase Bank, Ernst & Young, Accenture, Chainlink, ConsenSys, and Trail of Bits to develop tokenization standards and frameworks for real-world assets.

The EEA is a global enterprise collaboration that brings together companies from various industries to foster innovation and enhance Ethereum technology. By joining this alliance, Plume Network aims to leverage its expertise to create secure, scalable, and interoperable enterprise-grade solutions for RWAfi.

As part of this initiative, Plume's Chief Business Officer, Teddy, will speak at the EEA Day conference during Devcon, sharing Plume's innovations and contributions to RWAfi. Plume Network is dedicated to utilizing blockchain technology to empower the future of enterprise tokenization, providing high-quality investment opportunities to global users through RWAfi.


#PlumeNetwork #EthereumEnterpriseAlliance #RWA #tokenization #blockchain #Devcon #enterprise #innovation #investment #ETH #LINK
πŸš€ Ethereum Developers Discuss Pectra Devnet 5 Specifications

According to Foresight News, Christine Kim, Vice President of Research at Galaxy, summarized the 145th Ethereum Core Developers Consensus (ACDC) call. This week, developers discussed desired changes to the Pectra specifications for inclusion in Pectra Devnet 5. The team noted that Pectra Devnet 4 did not encounter significant issues, and various fixes have been implemented to allow all users to propose blocks on the development network. Additionally, PeerDAS Devnet 3 has been closed after undergoing a reorganization of 100,000 slots. The team is unlikely to launch a new PeerDAS development network before the conclusion of the Ethereum Developers Conference, Devcon.

#Ethereum #Developers #Pectra #Devnet5 #Consensus #Blockchain #PeerDAS #Devcon
πŸš€ Rooch Network Co-Founder Robbed In Bangkok Ahead Of Devcon

According to BlockBeats, on November 5, HaiChao, the co-founder of Rooch Network, reported being robbed at knifepoint by two men in Bangkok, Thailand. The incident occurred near the Babylon Hackerhouse venue, where his mobile phone was stolen. Despite this unfortunate event, HaiChao emphasized that Bangkok remains a safe and enjoyable city, but like any other place, caution is advised, especially in poorly lit areas.

The robbery comes just days before the largest annual Ethereum event, Devcon, which is scheduled to take place in Bangkok from November 12 to 15. The event is expected to attract numerous participants and will be accompanied by hundreds of additional activities. In light of the recent incident, BlockBeats advises attendees to avoid going out alone at night and to remain vigilant about their personal and property safety during their stay in the city.


#RoochNetwork #Robbery #Bangkok #Devcon #Ethereum #Safety #Caution #Blockchain
πŸš€ BNB Chain to Host Fifth BNB Incubation Alliance in Bangkok

BNB Chain has announced that the fifth BNB Incubation Alliance (BIA) will take place on November 13 in Bangkok, aligning with Devcon. This event offers early-stage blockchain startups a platform to present their projects, connect with industry leaders, and explore growth opportunities in the Web3 space. Top-performing teams may secure funding and support from Binance Labs and fast-track into the Most Valuable Builder (MVB) program.In addition to BIA, BNB Chain will host BNB Hack Bangkok from November 9-10, featuring a $230,000 prize pool to encourage innovation on the BNB Chain. Both events reflect BNB Chain and Binance Labs’ commitment to fostering early-stage blockchain projects and building a vibrant Web3 ecosystem.The BNB Incubation Alliance, a joint initiative by BNB Chain and Binance Labs, seeks to foster early-stage projects globally through a community-driven approach. Participating startups gain fast-track access to the prestigious MVB program, potential grants, and investments from Binance Labs.

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πŸš€ Ethereum Foundation Researcher To Unveil Major Consensus Layer Plan

According to Odaily, Justin Drake, a core researcher at the Ethereum Foundation, announced on platform X that he will reveal a significant plan on the main stage of Devcon tomorrow at 5 PM UTC+8. Drake has spent the past year contemplating a complete redesign of Ethereum's consensus layer. His objective is to propose a robust strategy for launching an ambitious and exciting roadmap for the beacon chain within a reasonable timeframe.

Drake's proposal comes after months of collaboration with researchers and consensus developers. He expressed readiness to publicly present his ideas, emphasizing the importance of community involvement. While it is still early in the process, Drake highlighted that achieving preliminary consensus on this new approach to the consensus layer roadmap is crucial. The Ethereum community's participation will be vital in shaping the future direction of this initiative.


#Ethereum #Devcon #ConsensusLayer #JustinDrake #BeaconChain #EthereumFoundation #Blockchain #Crypto #ETH
πŸš€ Ethereum's Rollup-Centric Roadmap Discussed At Devcon In Bangkok

According to Foresight News, a panel discussion at Devcon in Bangkok featured prominent figures such as Vitalik Buterin, Stephen Goldfeder, Ben Jones, and Jesse Pollack, who deliberated on the challenges faced by Ethereum and its rollup-centric roadmap. Vitalik Buterin highlighted the current need for customized solutions whenever users operate across multiple chains. He emphasized that the ideal Ethereum experience should be as seamless as using a credit card in Web2, where everything is connected in the background. Buterin warned that if Ethereum fails to achieve this level of user experience, it risks being outperformed by other technologies that can.

Stephen Goldfeder added that users should not be burdened by the complexity of the underlying infrastructure. He advocated for a 'unified Ethereum' that envisions seamless cross-chain transitions within the ecosystem. Buterin also stressed the importance of simplifying cross-chain asset flows. The panel collectively underscored a shared mission: to enhance user experience without compromising Ethereum's decentralized ethos. Their goal is to build an ecosystem centered around users rather than chains.


#Ethereum #Devcon #Rollup #VitalikButerin #CrossChain #Blockchain #UserExperience #Decentralization #Technology #ForesightNews #ETH
πŸš€ Ethereum Foundation Addresses Community Concerns

According to Odaily, Ethereum community member fishbiscuit (@not_qz) has addressed several concerns raised by the community regarding the Ethereum Foundation. Fishbiscuit clarified the following points:

1. **Social Media Activity**: Similar to the Solana Foundation, the Ethereum Foundation previously focused on retweeting content but has recently become more proactive in sharing updates.

2. **On-Chain Usage**: The foundation has staked 42,000 ETH to support client development and has funded on-chain projects such as EIP-1559 NFT and Beacon Book. Additionally, grants have been distributed through the mainnet and Layer 2 solutions, with events like Devcon supporting crypto payments.

3. **ETH Sales**: In response to criticisms about selling ETH, fishbiscuit explained that the foundation employs various strategies to balance market pressures. They urged the community to avoid double standards and highlighted the regulatory challenges faced by the foundation. Fishbiscuit encouraged the community to view the foundation's contributions rationally and to engage in more constructive discussions.


#EthereumFoundation #Ethereum #CryptoCommunity #ETH #Blockchain #EIP1559 #Devcon #Layer2 #MarketStrategy #Grants
πŸš€ Devcon Leadership Transition Announced

According to PANews, Skylar, the head of the Devcon team, announced on the X platform that he will be stepping down from his position. Nathan Sexer will take over as the interim team leader for Devconnect 2025. Skylar expressed mixed emotions about the decision, stating his deep affection for the team but acknowledging that his long-term goals do not align with event planning. He believes the team is currently well-positioned for this transition.

#Devcon #LeadershipTransition #EventPlanning #Skylar #NathanSexer #Devconnect2025
πŸš€ Ethereum Developer Tim Beiko Plans Extended Leave

According to Foresight News, Ethereum core developer Tim Beiko has announced plans to take an extended leave in the coming weeks, which will last until the fourth quarter. Following the Devcon event, Beiko will return on a part-time basis, focusing on internal work within the Ethereum Foundation until the end of the year.

#Ethereum #TimBeiko #Devcon #EthereumFoundation #ETH