Author: Marco González
Editor: Randall Roland
Leap v4.0.0 Released
The EOS Network Foundation announced the release of Antelope Leap v4.0.0 in its blog post entitled Antelope Leap v4.0.0 Released: Delivering Speed, Scalability, and Reliability. Version v.3.1 was released last December alongside the declaration of EOS’ independence. Now, version 4.0.0 touts:
higher performance w/multi-threading
reduced latency and faster block propagation
more control and visibility for state and history data
ENF CEO, Yves La Rose, laid out the vision moving forward:
“We are continuously improving the @AntelopeIO codebase that powers #EOS with one goal in mind being the optimal infrastructure to power mass adoption.”
A combination of positive media presence (e.g. Consensus 2023), expanded networking (EVM and IBC), and ongoing development (e.g. instant finality) support the growth of the EOS Network alongside v.4.0.0.
Consensus 2023 Report
The ENF continues to present new AntelopeIO-based technology at global events. Every new regional event seems to coincide with a major upgrade or investment. This time, Consensus 2023 and version 4.0.0 made news at the same time. Below is a list of Twitter tags (01, 02, 03, 04) that joined the ENF at Consensus 2023:
@HelloTelos
@HelikaAnalytics
@AlienWorlds
@UplandMe
@BGameAlliance
Individuals: @BlockchainZack, @brandonlovejoy, @Dannyhbrown, @The_JUDii, Patty Fisher, Saro McKenna, Anton Umnov
Visit the ENF blog for a few words about a kick-off meeting and event details. As mentioned by the foundation, Consensus 2023 is a grand place to network and share insights. The ENF also shared team photos (01, 02). Can’t wait for the full report and more event photos.
ENF Updates
Consensus 2023 is as big a crypto event as there is in America. While the ENF focuses its attention via boots on the ground, here are a few ongoing discussion topics:
a new grant was approved for Alphaday
The ENF continues to uphold accountability with its regular reports. Block producer recaps facilitate communication and smooth operations. Check out the latest BP meeting recap for information about the future of Leap v4.0, IBC, HK update, and more. With inter-blockchain communication (IBC) becoming more important, so will the work being done by the Antelope Coalition. ENF grants (e.g. Alphaday) support an expanding EOS Network. Look back on event highlights to see how far the network has come. Yves La Rose drew specific attention to swaps as a tps metric and in-game microtransactions for penny assets.
EOS EVM Updates
EOS EVM went live on April 13. It was open-sourced just 14 days later. A mind map of EOS EVM is available by Hokentech on Gitmind. Given the technological capacity, an open-source EVM sets the stage for DEXes that run like CEXes. It makes it easier for developers to run RPC nodes. AntelopeIO chains participating in IBC will find it easier to launch their own EVM. EOS EVM also liberates Solidity developers from performance limitations. Current assets operating on EOS EVM include “BNB, DAI, USDC, USDT, WBTC, WETH”, and more coming soon. Developers are encouraged to report any bugs they may find and make recommendations. EOS EVM was a spectacular achievement in many ways. Watch a clip of a recent Fireside Chat detailing the significance of first-time, no bugs found during auditing.
Chintai #PoweredByEOS
The latest PowerByEOS explores advancements made by Chintai and future potential. In the article How Chintai Utilizes EOS to Revolutionize Digital Assets! – #PoweredByEOS readers will find information about:
solving regulatory challenges
how to transition traditional assets
unique advantages of the AntelopeIO ecosystem
Chintai enables the tokenization of real-world assets on a regulated platform. Among the advantages are secondary markets alongside automated compliance. The team adapted AntelopeIO’s “highly configurable account permission structures” to solve “complexities required by regulatory compliance”. Chintai holds two financial licenses from the Monetary Authority of Singapore. For those unfamiliar with Chintai, or just want a historical refresher, watch The Evolution of Chintai: From EOS Leasing Exchange to DeFi Pioneer!
Pomelo Analysis
The Pomelo Season 5 Analysis Report has been released. Results show substantially fewer bad actors. Only three grants were penalized, with just one receiving a maximum (or near max) penalty. Adjustments to the funding distribution have been made. Now the grant owners await the appeal period before claiming their funds. Brandon Lovejoy and Daniel Keyes talked about Pomelo after 5 seasons. Topics discussed include:
building trust and reputations
the value of open-source tools
new rules and features
rewarding good behavior
bounties, adding new currencies, and incentivizing multichain funding (IBC)
Pomelo NFTs and gamification
EOS Detective and PINAX
The Pomelo Bitcoin Ordinal portal closed on April 20. Few know what’s in store for our Astronauts. Check out Chapter Six of The Chronicles of Pomelo: A New Dawn. Starship crafting entered the final stage. Don’t forget about the Cryo Sleep Chamber.
Hypha DAO, Upland, and EOS Audit Report
The Hypha team announced the launch of a beta program waitlist in Hypha DAO: Empowering Web3 Innovators on EOS. Registration is open for both those interested in the beta and remains open for the hackathon. Hypha provides “organizations-in-a-box” to aid aspects like scaling a team. The Upland team was among those joining the ENF at Consensus 2023. Upland's Idan Zuckerman and the ENF's Zack Gall and Brandon Lovejoy discussed Upland's partnerships (e.g. FIFA, NFLPA, UNICEF), the game’s developer platform, chat integration, and vision for the future. Watch the YT video, Exploring Upland: The Real-World Metaverse on EOS. The Audit Report Q1/Q2 2023 - Pomelo Season 5 is now available through EOS Support. Learn about EOS Audit Quarterly Reports and how the EOS Audit team “provides a comprehensive review and analysis of Pomelo and affiliated EOS Support projects.”
EOS Community Updates
Community spirits are up even if EOS prices remain sluggish. In addition to the assets listed above, several other tokens are held by hundreds of wallets. See the EOS EVM block explorer for more information. Also, note the growing TVL via DefiLlama. Check out some live moments from Consensus 2023 thanks to Hot Sauce by EOS Nation. Around the 10-minute mark, the Pinax team mentioned a contest and having a ball at Consensus 2023 (see Twitter photos). 👇 more weekly resources for exciting news from around the community:
EOS Node Operator Roundtable (April 19)
Antelope Coalition (April 20)
Everything EOS monthly report
Block Producer Meeting monthly recap
More sources: NovaCrypto interviews, EOS Synergy, EOS Mexico, Top 5 Moments
Daily news by EOS Vision, EOS Go, Bywire, and dNews
EOS / Eden weekly recaps on telegram
COMMUNITY CHATTER
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