This newsletter helps the Mina community stay updated on the latest protocol changes, developer news, ecosystem developments, community activities, and key metrics. If you have news to share in this newsletter, please reach out to us here.
Better together! - Astromina Team
⚙️ Core Protocol
Mina Mainnet 3.0.2 Beta Now Live for Testing
o1Labs has launched the 3.0.2 Mainnet Beta, inviting the community to help test the latest update. This version is compatible with macOS, Linux, and Docker, making it accessible across different setups. Community members can now try it out on the Mainnet and share feedback to improve the final release. For more information and setup details, check the release notes.
🖼️ Ecosystem News
Mina Protocol’s TL;DR Blog on Nathan’s Whiteboard Session: A New Blockchain Paradigm
Mina Protocol has shared a concise blog post summarizing Nathan’s 2.5-hour whiteboard session, focusing on what makes Mina unique. Dive into the blog for details on how Mina distributes data and parallelizes proving while keeping network requirements minimal.
Cycle 15 Delegation Results: Updated Validator Criteria & KYC Process
The Mina Foundation has announced Cycle 15 Delegation results. After a snapshot on September 13, 80 top validators were selected based on uptime, community contributions, and guideline adherence, reducing delegations from 240 to focus impact. Validators also completed KYC via the Hakata tool, with further updates planned for future cycles. You can see the full list of eligible validators here.
Tokenomics Community Call
Mina Protocol recently held a community call led by Economics Design, sharing initial findings and recommendations on MINA's tokenomics. Key proposals include a token-locking mechanism to stabilize staking rewards and the creation of a decentralized treasury to fund ongoing ecosystem growth. For further details, visit the Mina forum, and you can watch the full video here. Community feedback is encouraged!
Geometry Research Launches o1js-blobstream for Mina zkApps
Geometry Research has unveiled o1js-blobstream, integrating Celestia’s data availability with Mina zkApps. This tool uses SP1 consensus proofs to verify Celestia’s state, enabling zkApps to prove their data was published on Celestia. With advanced cryptographic techniques and efficient proof composition, o1js-blobstream aims to enhance Mina zkApp scalability. More on GitHub: o1js-blobstream.
ZKON Tech Updates #41: Integrating with Mina Protocol
ZKON Network has updated its integration with Mina, now using o1 Labs' ECDSA gadget for improved compatibility with Secp256k1 signatures. Support for Secp256r1 is also in progress, enhancing cryptographic options. The zkNoid gaming platform benefits from increased Devnet stability, and the ZKON SDK simplifies zkOracle integration for Mina developers. For full details, you can visit the ZKON GitHub.
ZKON Network Attended #MergeMadrid Event in Madrid
ZKON Network showcased its potential as a semifinalist in the startup contest at #MergeMadrid this week. The event allowed ZKON to connect with leading Spanish companies like Banco Santander and Movistar, along with global tech giant Microsoft, highlighting the impact of ZKON’s innovations.
ZkNoid Launches 2-Week Lottery Testnet with MINA Rewards
ZkNoid is launching a 2-week Lottery Testnet with opportunities to win MINA prizes. Participants can earn points by completing quests across four categories: Social, Lottery, Gift Codes, and Feedback. Additional rewards are available for bug reports and suggestions. The top 3 participants will receive 200, 125, and 75 MINA, respectively, while an extra 600 MINA will be distributed among testers who score at least 80% of the maximum points. Details here.
2048 Game Coming Soon to ZkNoid GameStore
ZkNoid is reimagining 2048 with zero-knowledge (ZK) tech on Mina, allowing players to keep strategies private by submitting proofs of moves. A new multiplayer mode lets players compete by filling up each other’s boards. Developed by an ETHGlobal hackathon team, the game is nearing launch on the ZkNoid GameStore. Devs can find integration details for listing zkGames on Mina in the ZkNoid guide.
Pallad Team Heads to MinaCon
Pallad team is heading to MinaCon in Istanbul with special Pallad t-shirts for the event. In addition to the shirts distributed at the conference, they’ll also hold a giveaway for a few remaining t-shirts after the event.
TileVille 'Road to Mina Ecosystem' Competition Concludes
TileVille’s "Road to Mina Ecosystem" competition has wrapped up successfully! Participants had the opportunity to showcase their strategies and city-building skills as they engaged with the Mina ecosystem. Stay tuned for updates on the winners and rewards!
Governance Updates
MIP Upgrade: Community feedback is currently being collected on proposed governance process improvements, with further details available on Mina Research.
Mina Ecosystem Funding (MEF): The team is finalizing a blog post summarizing the MEF trial process and early findings, aiming to share lessons later this month.
Research Blogpost: A new blog post on enhancing participation in governance has been published, focusing on collective intelligence and direct decision-making processes.
Protocol Governance Toolkit (PGT): Tools like LeaderBot, SurveyBot, and GovBot are undergoing development updates to improve functionality and community engagement. Hacktoberfest contributions are welcome for further enhancements.
For more details on each initiative, you can access the full update here.
⭐ Ecosystem Highlights
Zeko Ecosystem
Zeko's Scalable Solution: Insights from Co-Founder Sebastien Guillemot
ZekoLabs shared an audio clip from co-founder Sebastien Guillemot, discussing Zeko's scalability benefits on Mina. In the recording, Sebastien highlights how Zeko's modular design efficiently manages high transaction volumes, making it ideal for apps like multiplayer games with thousands of users—something difficult to achieve on Ethereum. You can listen to the full recording for more insights.
Protokit
No Protokit ecosystem updates were provided this week.
📌 Mina Community Bulletin Board
This section features posts from the community and projects. You can submit yours here.
MinaCon is set to take place in Istanbul, bringing together the Mina community for a three-day unconference. This event will provide a platform for collaborative discussions and ideas to shape the future of Mina Protocol. Details here.
Last Week’s Events
o1Labs at zkSummit: Networking and Innovations in Zero-Knowledge Technology
o1Labs team attended the zkSummit in Lisbon, where they connected with Diego from Aligned Layer and various developer teams from other zk projects. This event provided a valuable opportunity to engage with peers in the zk space and exchange insights on zero-knowledge innovations.
💼 Open Jobs
No new job listings from the community this week. If you have any job updates or offers, please share them here.
👓 Statistics and Metrics
Key Metrics from Last Week:
Total Amount Transferred (daily average): 12,68M MINA
Unique Snark Workers (daily average): 7
Snarks Included (daily average): 8,501
Transactions (daily average): 8,309
CryptoMiso Commit Stats: Mina secured 2nd place over the past 12 months with 3,807 commits and +100 contributors. More details here.
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