Humanode Biweekly vol. vol.78
26th June – 10th July

TL;DR
Dear Humanode community members and tech enthusiasts, as July begins, we're excited to share the latest progress and achievements from Humanode over the past two weeks.

Behind the scenes, the dev team is tirelessly working on various development fronts. They are diligently updating Humanode's blockchain with the latest Substrate updates and have begun transitioning to Polkadot SDK v1.0. Also, they've shipped an internal testnet 6 update with the 119 runtime update, which fixes security issues and the Grandpa RPC-related endpoints.

As you know, Humanode encountered a finality stall in blockchain operations. However, the issue was swiftly resolved, and the chain is now back to normal. This week our devs shared an analysis. Tests confirmed a root cause. We contacted the Parity team, they admitted that it is a complex issue. It would be nice to find out how and why Grandpa is voting this way, maybe it reveals the bug or not.

In an exciting new partnership, we joined forces with StableUnit, the ultimate stablecoin that automatically distributes diverse revenue streams from capital-efficient DeFi assets to stablecoin holders. StableUnit will integrate Humanode BotBasher for Sybil resistance in its Discord and Zealy campaigns, strengthening security and authenticity.

Do you remember when Telegram was the go-to communication app, especially for the crypto community? It was fantastic—until bots and scammers flooded the platform, ruining the experience for genuine users. At Humanode, we've had enough. That's why we're developing BotBasher for Telegram. Read the top 5 reasons why Telegram needs BotBasher.

Check out this latest article, "Biometric Identity Management in Decentralized Finance," written by Eugene Nnamdi, one of the talented members of the Humanode Writers Pool. Eugene’s article dives into how biometrics can enhance security and fairness in DeFi, making it a must-read. If you're interested in joining Humanode’s Writers Pool and contributing your knowledge and expertise, fill out this form.

For dystopian SciFi enthusiasts, we have the latest installment of "2067 – The Equilibrium," the Humanode-inspired novel by Shannon Higgins, the Humanode Core Media Team lead. The final chapter of The Book of Shogo, the fourth in a ten-part series, is now available. This installment continues the story set outside the walls, in a world centered around dark zones and the ruins of a dying nation. Shogo faces the reality of his emergency assignment, confronting both his past and future in unforeseen ways. To jump to The Book of Shogo 4/4, click here. To start your journey from the beginning or continue where you left off, access the table of contents here.

Moreover, we are thrilled to announce the Humanode Sticker Challenge! Your mission is to place the Humanode logo on the building of a commercial bank or government financial institution. You have three weeks, starting July 1st, 2024, to submit your entries by July 22nd, 2024. What’s in it for you? A prize pool of $4000 will be shared among 200 winners, plus a $100 bonus for the most daring entry. To increase your chances of winning, choose a location near the main entrance or a highly visible spot. The more influential the institution, the better your chances. Check out the details on how to participate here.

Lastly, we are conducting a quick survey to learn what kind of content our community developers prefer and how we can improve it. We value your input and encourage you to participate!

That’s a wrap. Stay tuned for more updates, and thank you for being an integral part of the Humanode community!

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