Week in Mina News #6
July 7, 2024 - Stay Updated with the Latest from Mina: Protocol Updates, Developer News, and Community Highlights
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
Updates
o1js v1.4.0 Released by o1Labs
o1Labs has released o1js version 1.4.0. Key updates include the addition of a SHA256 low-level API and custom feature flags for side-loaded proofs. Deprecated features include
MerkleMap.computeRootAndKey()and ECDSA-related functions. For more information, visit the GitHub changelog.
🖼️ Ecosystem News
MinaNFT is NOW LIVE on Mina Protocol Mainnet!
The MinaNFT project, an innovative NFT platform, is now operational on the Mina Protocol Mainnet. Integrating the unique privacy features of the Mina blockchain with advanced AI technology, MinaNFT is set to redefine the NFT space by offering functionalities that go beyond traditional NFT capabilities. You can listen to the conversation between DFST, the founder of MinaNFT, and zkok.io here.
Aligned to Verify Mina Proofs on Ethereum
Aligned Layer will soon verify Mina's blockchain proofs on Ethereum, enabling a state bridge between the two networks. This collaboration aims for fast and affordable ZK proof verification, with Aligned Layer planning to launch its mainnet and Mina (Kimchi) proof verifier by the end of the year. More details here.
Minataur RESTful API Announced
Minataur has introduced its RESTful API, providing endpoints for various functionalities such as retrieving API digest, current Mina price, network runtime, epoch data, Canonical Block, and Hard Fork Block. For more details, visit the Minataur RESTful API. Additionally, history charts have been added to the account page. For more information, visit Minataur.
Auro Wallet Network Upgrade
The Auro Wallet team has upgraded the network part of Auro Wallet and zkApp communication. For more details, refer to the updated documentation.
Minascan Analytics Remastered
Minascan has launched Minascan Analytics Remastered, providing deeper insights into the Mina network. Discover more at Minascan Analytics Remastered.
New Block Producer Comparison Tool by Naamah
Community member Naamah has developed a tool to compare block producer performance. Note that it is still under development and may provide incorrect results, especially for epochs before the hard fork. Visit this page to use the tool.
TileVille Chronicles: Chapter 1
TileVille has announced the winners of Chapter 1 - The Mina Mainnet Awakening.
New Partnership: Extropy & Zkok
Extropy and the Zkok community are partnering to enhance security within the Mina ecosystem. A “Trusted Apps” section will be created on the Zkok website to highlight audited applications, promoting trust and reliability.
Free Audit Giveaway: One Mina project will receive a free initial audit. More details here.
Governance Updates
No governance updates were provided this week.
Growth Programs
zkIgnite Cohort 3 Midpoint Milestone Results
21 out of 25 projects successfully delivered their midpoint milestones in zkIgnite Cohort 3, achieving an 84% success rate. Detailed results, including presentations and GitHub links, are available here.
⭐ Ecosystem Highlights
Zeko Updates
Zeko Mainnet Launch in Q3!
Zeko Labs, dcSpark, o1Labs, and Mina Foundation are collaborating to launch Zeko Mainnet in Q3. Stay tuned in their Discord community for the latest updates and ways to contribute to the Zeko Mainnet launch.
Zeko Ecosystem - No Zeko ecosystem updates were provided this week.
Protokit Updates - No Protokit updates were provided this week.
Protokit Ecosystem - No Protokit ecosystem updates were provided this week.
Other / Miscellaneous
New Video: What Makes Mina So Special?
Nathan, the co-head of technology at o1 Labs, has released an in-depth whiteboard session exploring the unique aspects of Mina Protocol. This video explains Mina's architecture, the functioning of zkApps, and the innovative possibilities Mina brings to the blockchain landscape. Video Link
📌 Mina Community Bulletin Board
This section features posts from the community and projects. You can submit yours here.
X Posts
🎟️ Events
Upcoming Events
ZK Innovations for OP Stack Builders: Latest Updates
Teams from Mina Protocol and RISC Zero are collaborating to bring ZK technology to OP Stack builders. Stay tuned for updates from @Li_Steven1 and @Phil_Kelly_NYC, with moderation by @DCbuild3r. More details here.
o1Labs CEO to Speak at Modular Summit
@bkase_, CEO of o1Labs, will be giving a talk at the @modular_summit’s ZK Track. Catch him on Day 3 at the Canvas Stage.
Modular Summit Date: July 11-13
Workshop: Introduction to o1js - TypeScript Library for zk-SNARKs and zkApps 🚀
Join ZKP Labs and Mina Foundation for an exciting workshop on o1js, a cutting-edge library for building secure and private blockchain applications.
Speakers:
Chiro, Founder (Orochi Network)
David Park, Head of APAC, Mina Foundation
Date: July 11th, 2024 (Thursday)
Venue: ZKP Labs, 88 B2 Street, Sala City, District 2, Ho Chi Minh City
Last Week’s Events
Mina Co-founder Evan Shapiro & Aztec, X Space
Mina co-founder @evanashapiro joined @aztecnetwork on an X Space to discuss different types of privacy in blockchain. Listen to it here.
AMA with ex-Mina Track Winners at Lambda Hack Week
On July 3rd, an AMA session with ex-Mina track winners was held on @MinaDevelopers' X Space as part of Lambda Hack Week. Listen to the AMA.
💼 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): 13,8M MINA
Unique Snark Workers (daily average): 6
Snarks Included (daily average): 7,422
Transactions (daily average): 6,333
CryptoMiso Commit Stats: Mina secured 2nd place over the past 6 months with 2308 commits and 98 contributors. More details here.