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<p><strong>Gm frens,  </strong></p><p></p><p>Another week, another issue of NEARWEEK packed with the biggest updates from around the NEAR ecosystem!  Dive into how the NEAR AI team, led by Illia Polosukhin and Alex Skidanov, aims to bring their vision to reality. Explore Our Network&#39;s latest NEAR Mega issue, containing loads of exciting stats and analytics. Discover how Nuffle bridges NEAR and EigenLayer, Mintbase&#39;s transformation to Bitte Protocol, and much more.  What&#39;s left to say? Study NEAR, and don&#39;t fade the Dragonstack!</p><p></p><p><strong>Always NEAR, </strong></p><p><strong>Team NEARWEEK</strong></p><p></p><p>Psst! Set your reminder for the upcoming alpha space right <a href="https://x.com/NEARWEEK/status/1805699005906645372" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">here</a>!</p><p></p><p></p><img src="https://academy-public.coinmarketcap.com/srd-optimized-uploads/9dd464287d4e4783a7356e3366224d1d.png" /><h3 id="strong-near-ai-from-vision-to-reality-strong"><strong>NEAR AI: FROM VISION TO REALITY</strong></h3><p>In 2017, <a href="https://x.com/&#64;near_ai" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">&#64;near_ai</a> aimed to teach machines to code. Now, under <a href="https://x.com/&#64;ilblackdragon" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">&#64;ilblackdragon</a> and <a href="https://x.com/&#64;AlexSkidanov" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">&#64;AlexSkidanov</a>, the focus is on using AI to build Web3 applications and accelerate user ownership. <a href="https://x.com/near_ai/status/1803164313122652192?s&#61;46" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">READ</a></p><p></p><h3 id="our-network-near-mega-issue">OUR NETWORK: NEAR MEGA ISSUE</h3><p>Explore NEAR’s latest ecosystem updates, featuring insights on NEAR DeFi, consumer projects, and technical advancements. Coverage includes <a href="https://x.com/&#64;hotdao_" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">&#64;hotdao_</a>, <a href="https://x.com/&#64;CosmoseAI" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">&#64;CosmoseAI</a>, <a href="https://x.com/&#64;meta_pool" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">&#64;meta_pool</a>, <a href="https://x.com/&#64;burrow_finance" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">&#64;burrow_finance</a>, <a href="https://x.com/&#64;finance_ref" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">&#64;finance_ref</a>, and <a href="https://x.com/&#64;SweatEconomy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">&#64;SweatEconomy</a>. <a href="https://www.ournetwork.xyz/p/on-243-near-mega-issue" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">READ</a></p><p></p><h3 id="near-foundation-launches-ai-incubation-program">NEAR FOUNDATION LAUNCHES AI INCUBATION PROGRAM</h3><p><a href="https://x.com/&#64;NEARFoundation" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">&#64;NEARFoundation</a>&#39;s AI Incubation Program partners with top AI teams to develop user-owned AI infrastructure, enhancing scalability, security, and decentralization. <a href="https://pages.near.org/blog/near-foundation-launches-ai-incubation-program/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">READ</a></p><p></p><h3 id="near-integrates-with-dextools">NEAR INTEGRATES WITH DEXTOOLS</h3><p>NEAR is now integrated with <a href="https://x.com/&#64;DEXToolsApp" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">&#64;DEXToolsApp</a>, offering new blockchain exploration for the <a href="https://x.com/search?q&#61;%24DEXT&amp;src&#61;cashtag_click" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">$DEXT</a> Community. Trade safe and always DYOR! <a href="https://x.com/DEXToolsApp/status/1803020196652753285" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">READ</a></p><p></p><h3 id="nuffle-crossroads-of-near-and-eigenlayer">NUFFLE: CROSSROADS OF NEAR AND EIGENLAYER</h3><p><a href="https://x.com/&#64;nufflelabs" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">&#64;nufflelabs</a> bridges <a href="https://x.com/&#64;NEARProtocol" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">&#64;NEARProtocol</a> and <a href="https://x.com/&#64;eigenlayer" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">&#64;eigenlayer</a>, enhancing cross-chain application development with the Nuffle Fast Finality Layer (NFFL). <a href="https://x.com/mraltantutar/status/1803344820993245313" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">READ</a></p><p></p><h3 id="the-chain-abstracted-podcast-ep-9-the-intersection-of-ai-x-crypto-with-anand-iyer">THE CHAIN ABSTRACTED PODCAST: EP 9 - THE INTERSECTION OF AI X CRYPTO WITH ANAND IYER</h3><p><a href="https://x.com/&#64;ai" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">&#64;ai</a> of Canonical Investing discusses his journey from coding to fund leadership, and focuses on user-owned AI, chain abstraction, and data privacy. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v&#61;Irtl16q_fLg" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">READ</a></p><p></p><h3 id="mintbase-is-now-bitte-protocol">MINTBASE IS NOW BITTE PROTOCOL</h3><p>Mintbase has transformed into <a href="https://x.com/&#64;BitteProtocol" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">&#64;BitteProtocol</a>, introducing an AI-powered ecosystem for efficient cross-chain transactions. Bitte will simplify and secures blockchain interactions with AI integrations. <a href="https://bitteprotocol.substack.com/p/mintbase-is-now-bitte-protocol" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">READ</a></p><p></p><img src="https://academy-public.coinmarketcap.com/srd-optimized-uploads/2268632735d64de8b4cf1da6ffb59f79.png" /><h3 id="unlock-user-owned-ai-with-near">UNLOCK USER-OWNED AI WITH NEAR</h3><p><a href="https://x.com/&#64;NEARProtocol" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">&#64;NEARProtocol</a> offers $5K grants and matching rewards for AI projects in Backdrop Build v5. Innovate with open-source models, AI agents, and personal tutors. <a href="https://paragraph.xyz/&#64;backdrop/unlock-the-power-of-user-owned-ai-with-near-protocol-in-backdrop-build-v5" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">READ</a></p><p></p><h3 id="chain-signatures-enhancing-interoperability">CHAIN SIGNATURES: ENHANCING INTEROPERABILITY</h3><p>Chain Signatures empower NEAR accounts to sign transactions on any blockchain via a decentralized MPC network, leveraging NEAR-staking security, boosting cross-chain functionality. <a href="https://medium.com/nearprotocol/chain-signatures-079531463818" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">READ</a></p><p></p><h3 id="super-fast-finality-layer-and-nuffle-labs">SUPER FAST FINALITY LAYER AND NUFFLE LABS</h3><p>In 2024, we are seeing Layer 2 and 3 solutions rise. NEAR’s SFFL and <a href="https://x.com/&#64;NuffleLabs" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">&#64;NuffleLabs</a> enhance interoperability, enabling secure, fast communication across chains. <a href="https://x.com/xkonjin/status/1804263864797925792" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">READ</a></p><h3 id=""></h3><h3 id="tdx-hosts-illia-polosukhin">TDX HOSTS ILLIA POLOSUKHIN</h3><p>Join the <a href="https://x.com/&#64;TDXbiz" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">&#64;TDXbiz</a> CEO and NEAR co-founder <a href="https://x.com/&#64;ilblackdragon" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">&#64;ilblackdragon</a> as they discuss how NEAR supports developers with tools, resources, and incentives. Watch the full interview! <a href="https://x.com/tdxbiz/status/1805174269468369380?s&#61;46&amp;t&#61;5zbpfP9Wo1jEXzmB1Tv98Q" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">WATCH</a></p><p></p><h3 id="near-dev-news-17">NEAR DEV NEWS #17</h3><p>Discover NEAR&#39;s latest advancements: QueryAPI upgrades, a new NEAR Wallet Selector, and the Toronto Hackathon success. <a href="https://near.social/devhub.near/widget/app?page&#61;blog&amp;id&#61;3310" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">READ</a></p><p></p><h3 id="devhub-live-11-with-guests-from-near-infra-committee">DEVHUB LIVE 11: WITH GUESTS FROM NEAR INFRA COMMITTEE</h3><p>DevHub Live 11 discussing the ETHCC Hackerhouse, and featuring <a href="https://x.com/&#64;freol" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">&#64;freol</a>, <a href="https://x.com/&#64;AlexAuroraDev" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">&#64;AlexAuroraDev</a>, and more from <a href="https://x.com/&#64;NEARDevHub" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">&#64;NEARDevHub</a> and <a href="https://x.com/&#64;PagodaPlatform" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">&#64;PagodaPlatform</a>, giving insights from the infrastructure committee. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v&#61;BAB1lyzSDq8" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">WATCH</a></p><p></p><p></p><img src="https://academy-public.coinmarketcap.com/srd-optimized-uploads/1683e3a38dc642e1817118d716f9bde6.png" /><h3 id=""></h3><h3 id="cade-bergmann-interview-with-founder-of-sweat-oleg-fomenko">CADE BERGMANN INTERVIEW WITH FOUNDER OF SWEAT, OLEG FOMENKO</h3><p><a href="https://x.com/&#64;oleg_fem" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">&#64;oleg_fem</a>, Founder of <a href="https://x.com/&#64;SweatEconomy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">&#64;SweatEconomy</a>, and <a href="https://x.com/&#64;CadeBergmann" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">&#64;CadeBergmann</a> discuss the decision behind building a move-to-earn economy and the unique value SWEAT offers its users. <a href="https://x.com/cadebergmann/status/1804632247422574679?s&#61;46" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">WATCH</a></p><p></p><p><strong>NEAR&#39;S SLEEPING GIANT: <a href="https://x.com/search?q&#61;%24BRRR&amp;src&#61;cashtag_click" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">$BRRR</a></strong></p><p><a href="https://x.com/search?q&#61;%24BRRR&amp;src&#61;cashtag_click" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">$BRRR</a> of <a href="https://x.com/&#64;burrow_finance" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">&#64;burrow_finance</a> approaches its ATH, with a $5M FDV, $203M TVL, and 60% circulation. Upcoming V2 launch features <a href="https://x.com/search?q&#61;%24BRRR&amp;src&#61;cashtag_click" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">$BRRR</a> staking and new assets. <a href="https://x.com/aescobarindo/status/1804762815334658514" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">READ</a></p><p></p><p><strong>INTRODUCING ALLSTAKE: OMNICHAIN RESTAKING FOR TRUSTLESS SCALING</strong></p><p><a href="https://x.com/&#64;allstake_fi" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">&#64;allstake_fi</a> offers trustless scaling by enabling restaking across multiple chains like NEAR, Solana, and Ethereum, enhancing security and decentralization. <a href="https://medium.com/nearprotocol/introducing-allstake-omnichain-restaking-for-trustless-scaling-ca51930c884a" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">READ</a></p><p></p><p><strong>AURORA PARTNERING WITH TOKENOMIAPRO</strong></p><p><a href="https://x.com/&#64;auroraisnear" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">&#64;auroraisnear</a> is now partnering with <a href="https://x.com/&#64;tokenomiapro" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">&#64;tokenomiapro</a> to offer modelling and simulations for Aurora Cloud customers to enhance their Virtual Chains. <a href="https://x.com/auroraisnear/status/1803760855747821822" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">READ</a></p><p></p><p><strong>STACY MURR: THE BEST PASSIVE YIELD OPPORTUNITIES ON NEAR</strong></p><p>Follow <a href="https://x.com/stacy_muur" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">&#64;stacy_muur</a>&#39;s comprehensive thread to learn strategies for optimizing your passive yield on NEAR by utilizing the best pools. <a href="https://x.com/stacy_muur/status/1804549359239086376" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">READ</a></p><p></p><p><strong>INTRODUCING &#39;DT&#39; FROM DELTATRADE</strong></p><p>Meet &#39;DT&#39;, your guide to <a href="https://x.com/&#64;DeltaBotTeam" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">&#64;DeltaBotTeam</a> features like GridBot and more. DT is scheduled to launch in 2 weeks. <a href="https://x.com/DeltaBotTeam/status/1803473702186877341" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">READ</a></p><p></p><h3 id="a-href-https-x-com-search-q-61-24fastsrc-61-cashtag_click-rel-noopener-noreferrer-nofollow-fast-a-is-now-on-ref-finance"><a href="https://x.com/search?q&#61;%24FAST&amp;src&#61;cashtag_click" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">$FAST</a> IS NOW ON REF FINANCE</h3><p>Trade <a href="https://x.com/&#64;edgevideoai" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">&#64;edgevideoai</a>&#39;s <a href="https://x.com/search?q&#61;%24FAST&amp;src&#61;cashtag_click" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">$FAST</a> token on Ref Finance and add to the liquidity pool with a 56% APR. Get your <a href="https://x.com/search?q&#61;%24FAST&amp;src&#61;cashtag_click" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">$FAST</a> now and share proof for a chance to win 100 <a href="https://x.com/search?q&#61;%24FAST&amp;src&#61;cashtag_click" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">$FAST</a>! <a href="https://x.com/search?q&#61;%24FAST&amp;src&#61;cashtag_click" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">READ</a></p><p></p><h3 id="strong-kaikai-expands-to-mexico-strong"><strong>KAIKAI EXPANDS TO MEXICO</strong></h3><p><a href="https://x.com/&#64;CosmoseAI" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">&#64;CosmoseAI</a>&#39;s KaiKai has launched in Mexico, marking its 10th country and 3rd continent. Follow for updates on how the Mexican community is embracing the platform. <a href="https://x.com/cosmose_/status/1805182013751906530?s&#61;46&amp;t&#61;5zbpfP9Wo1jEXzmB1Tv98Q" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">READ</a></p><p></p><img src="https://academy-public.coinmarketcap.com/srd-optimized-uploads/40cb872bff834155962350d18a4f0421.png" /><p></p><h3 id="f-f-and-cameron-dennis-how-near-is-paving-the-way-for-a-crypto-unified-system-through-chain-abstraction">F.F AND CAMERON DENNIS: HOW NEAR IS PAVING THE WAY FOR A CRYPTO-UNIFIED SYSTEM THROUGH CHAIN ABSTRACTION</h3><p>Explore NEAR with insights on DeFi, consumer apps, and innovative protocols like <a href="https://x.com/&#64;hotdao" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">&#64;hotdao</a> and <a href="https://x.com/&#64;meta_pool" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">&#64;meta_pool</a>. Discover key updates on Chain Abstraction, FastAuth, and NEAR&#39;s Data Availability Layer. <a href="https://review.stanfordblockchain.xyz/p/43-near-protocol-exploring-chain" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">READ</a></p><p></p><h3 id="strong-nuffle-labs-embracing-modularity-in-crypto-strong"><strong>NUFFLE LABS: EMBRACING MODULARITY IN CRYPTO</strong></h3><p>The paradigm shift towards modularity has made the crypto industry more collaborative. Despite lingering zero-sum attitudes, the industry now embraces infinite sum games. <a href="https://x.com/mraltantutar/status/1803549594757829111" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">READ</a></p><p></p><h3 id="simplifying-nffl-a-practical-example">SIMPLIFYING NFFL: A PRACTICAL EXAMPLE</h3><p>NFFL revolutionizes token swaps across 1000 rollups. This solution connects fragmented ecosystems, accelerating the path to a Modular Abstracted world. <a href="https://x.com/satyaki44/status/1803777208013791536?s&#61;46&amp;t&#61;UKYy1jYfeBqpdcewhL2tTg" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">READ</a></p><p></p><h3 id="chain-abstraction-day-with-near-at-ethcc-2024">CHAIN ABSTRACTION DAY WITH NEAR AT ETHCC 2024</h3><p>Join <a href="https://x.com/&#64;NEARProtocol" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">&#64;NEARProtocol</a> in Brussels on July 10th for Chain Abstraction Day at EthCC 2024! Dive into workshops, research, and case studies on chain abstraction&#39;s impact. <a href="https://lu.ma/ChADay_EthCC2024" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">REGISTER</a></p><p></p><h3 id="cade-bergmann-3-reasons-why-near-will-be-a-top-10-cryptocurrency">CADE BERGMANN: 3 REASONS WHY NEAR WILL BE A TOP 10 CRYPTOCURRENCY</h3><p>Watch <a href="https://x.com/&#64;CadeBergmann" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">&#64;CadeBergmann</a> outline why NEAR is set to outpace other tokens, focusing on AI and chain abstraction under Illia Polosukhin’s leadership. <a href="https://x.com/cadebergmann/status/1804948745403977854?s&#61;46" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">WATCH</a></p><p></p><h3 id="near-alpha-show-recap-11">NEAR ALPHA SHOW - RECAP #11</h3><p>Updates from Lava Network, Nuffle Labs, Burrow Finance, and more. Discover new features, tokens, and projects. <a href="https://x.com/NEARWEEK/status/1805231391497453756" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">READ</a></p><p></p><p></p><img src="https://academy-public.coinmarketcap.com/srd-optimized-uploads/2b09286fd73646e9a1edbd073a8d4d6b.png" /><p></p><h3 id="ethereum-survives-the-sec">ETHEREUM SURVIVES THE SEC</h3><p>A major win for Ethereum: The SEC has closed its investigation into Ethereum 2.0, confirming that it will not pursue charges alleging that ETH sales are securities transactions. <a href="https://x.com/consensys/status/1803230653120659641?s&#61;46&amp;t&#61;5zbpfP9Wo1jEXzmB1Tv98Q" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">READ</a></p><p></p><h3 id="money-after-ai-is-crypto">MONEY AFTER AI IS CRYPTO</h3><p>In an AI-driven future, cryptocurrency provides essential scarcity and acts as a bridge between economic actors. AI creates digital abundance, while crypto ensures digital scarcity and security. <a href="https://x.com/balajis/status/1801906063207448900" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">READ</a></p><p></p><h3 id="crypto-x-ai-emerging-onchain">CRYPTO x AI: EMERGING ONCHAIN</h3><p>Explore how the intersection of crypto and AI is transforming onchain data. Learn about AI agents driving transactions, incentivized data collection, and the future of decentralized AI. <a href="https://x.com/jphackworth42/status/1803808823624310994" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">READ</a></p><p></p><h3 id="reasons-to-be-bullish-on-crypto-this-summer">REASONS TO BE BULLISH ON CRYPTO THIS SUMMER</h3><p>With ETH ETF set for July, US crypto acceptance is rising, political support is growing, and fundamentals are strong with Solana 1.18 advancements. <a href="https://x.com/0xJim/status/1803400187257168262" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">READ</a></p><p></p><p></p><img src="https://academy-public.coinmarketcap.com/srd-optimized-uploads/e8c80769a13b490fa51968c20f3ba20c.png" /><p></p><h3 id="want-to-learn-more-about-near">WANT TO LEARN MORE ABOUT NEAR?</h3><p>Dive into the ecosystem with the (L)EARN TODAY Campaign by LEARN NEAR CLUB, right <a href="https://learnnear.club/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">HERE</a>!</p><p></p><h3 id="upcoming-near-protocol-related-events">UPCOMING NEAR PROTOCOL RELATED EVENTS</h3><p>July 6: <a href="https://lu.ma/58pgy07q" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">OPEN SOURCE AI SUMMIT &#64; ETHCC</a></p><p>July 8-11: <a href="https://ethcc.io/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">ETHCC</a>Nov 9-11: <a href="https://redactedbangkok.ai/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">REDACTED BANGKOK</a></p><p>Nov 12-15: <a href="https://devcon.org/en/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">DEVCON 2024</a>Running a local NEAR event? </p><p>Please register as a host <a href="https://near.org/hackbox.near/widget/home" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">HERE</a>!</p><p></p><p><strong>Claim Your Weekly Newsletter Cover ✨</strong></p>

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