📰 Week in Mina News - 26
Nov 24, 2024 - Stay Updated with the Latest from Mina: Protocol Updates, Developer News, and Community Highlights
⚙️ Core Protocol
o1js v2.0 Released
o1Labs has launched o1js v2.0, offering a significant upgrade for zkApp developers on the Mina Protocol. The new version introduces enhanced security features, advanced cryptographic tools, and greater flexibility for zkApp development. Developers can now access the updated tools to elevate their projects.
For more details, visit the official blog.
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⭐ Ecosystem News
ETHGlobal Bangkok Hackathon Winners
Best Mina Application or Library Built Using Protokit
🥇 ProtoStar: A block explorer building on the Protokit appchain on Mina.
🥈 Aegis: A privacy-focused shielded pool implementation for private transactions with verifiable commitments.
🥉 INO: Revolutionizes NFT launches using multi-Vickrey auctions for fair pricing.
4️⃣ Proto Message Kit: Simplifies smart agent development on Mina with Protokit.
zkGaming on Mina
🥇 Connect4: A blockchain-integrated strategy game enhancing transparency and fairness.
🥈 PredictX: A binary prediction market enabling zkApp users to create and make bets.
🥉 MinaFountain: Gamifies blockchain with skill-based games and MinaFountain token rewards.
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Auro Wallet Expanded Support for Mina Fungible Tokens
Auro Wallet v2.3.0 added support for Mina fungible and custom tokens, enabling users to view balances, send/receive tokens, and track transaction history in one interface. Audited by @osec_io, this update enhanced the wallet’s zkApp functionality and streamlined digital asset management.
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ZKON Featured in HashedEM's Article
ZKON Network was highlighted in HashedEM's article on Data Verifiability Protocols (DVPs), showcasing its MPC-TLS architecture for secure and decentralized data integration. The feature also highlights ZKON's partnership with e_grains, which tokenizes agricultural commodities using IoT and Mina Protocol. Read more on HashedEM’s Substack.
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📌 Mina Community Bulletin Board
This section features posts from the community and projects. You can submit yours here.
X Posts
Post by “@iam_andrearod”
https://x.com/iam_andrearod/status/1860009972953940449
Blog Posts
Minascan November'24 Recap
https://x.com/Minascan_io/status/1857385279335944240
(https://x.com/Minascan_io/status/1857385279335944240)
Pallad Wallet: The Easiest Gateway to Mina Protocol
https://medium.com/@dokmecisamet/pallad-wallet-the-easiest-gateway-to-mina-protocol-3c809b605edb
🎟️ Events
Upcoming Events
Let’s Talk: ZK Thesis #1 with Will Cove from Mina Protocol
On 27 November, the first episode of "Let’s Talk: ZK Thesis" will feature Will Cove and Yunus Gürlek from Mina Protocol, along with Furkan Akal. The discussion will explore httpz technology and the ZK Thesis, providing unique perspectives on these key topics in blockchain.
Last Week’s Events
Evan Shapiro Explained Mina’s Recursive Proofs at zkAccelerate
During the Devcon events, Evan Shapiro, Co-Founder of Mina Protocol and Chairman of the Board at Mina Foundation, delivered a talk at zkAccelerate. Shapiro detailed Mina's lightweight design, allowing users to verify the blockchain’s history with full node security on devices like phones and browsers. He highlighted the key role of recursive proofs in enabling scalability and decentralization for the protocol.
You can find the full record here.
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💼 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): 15M MINA
Unique Snark Workers (daily average): 9
Snarks Included (daily average): 9,033
Transactions (daily average): 8,358
CryptoMiso Commit Stats: Mina secured 2nd place over the past 12 months with 4,878 commits and +100 contributors. More details here.