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Ethereum’s Next Upgrade ‘Fusaka’ Could Cut Layer-2 and Validator Costs
Developers have thus far agreed to include one technical change, "PeerDAS," designed to improve data availability.

The Protocol: Ethereum’s Pectra Upgrade Finally Goes Live
Also: Bitcoin Devs Debate OP_RETURN, World Network Launches in U.S., and Aztec Testnet Launches

Ethereum Activates ‘Pectra’ Upgrade, Raising Max Stake to 2,048 ETH
The update aims to streamline staking, enhance wallet functionality, and improve overall efficiency.

Solana’s Natix and Grab Team Up to Expand DePIN Mapping Into U.S., Europe
The collaboration will enhance mapping accuracy by combining Natix’s network with Grab’s mapmaking technology.

Ethereum Preps for Biggest Code Change Since the Merge With Pectra Upgrade
The upgrade is focused on making the Ethereum blockchain more user-friendly and efficient.

'Everything Is Encrypted': Aztec’s Privacy Rollup Hits Testnet Amid Growing Demand
The solution comes after 8 years of development and as institutions seek transaction confidentiality.

Sam Altman’s World Crypto Project Launches in US With Eye-Scanning Orbs in 6 Cities
At a Wednesday press conference, World announced it would build an orb factory in Richardardson, Texas.

The Protocol: Inside Movement’s Token-Dump Scandal
Also: ETH Gas Limit Ceiling Proposal, Bitcoin Data Limits Debate, and Base Becomes a Stage 1 Rollup

Coinbase’s Base Network Achieves ‘Stage 1’ Status, Reducing Centralization Risk
The move means that Base will now have a security council which will help approve certain network upgrades if needed.

Polygon Spin-Off Miden Secures $25M to Bring Speed, Privacy to Institutional Giants
The funding round was led by a16z crypto, 1kx and Hack VC.

