Arbitrum Expands Yapper Rewards Program
Arbitrum Expands Yapper Rewards Program
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Arbitrum has significantly expanded its Yapper rewards program, increasing the grants pool to 514K ARB and extending eligibility to the Top 100 Yappers.
Key updates:
- Month 1 (May-June) claims now available on Kaito platform
- Users can earn rewards for engaging with Arbitrum chains
- Expanded focus on ecosystem discussion and features
Eligible users can check and claim rewards at Kaito's airdrop page.
The program encourages discussion about Arbitrum chains and their features. Explore the ecosystem at Arbitrum Portal.
gm yappers - @KaitoAI rewards are now live
Month 2 of @arbitrum's rewards are now ready to claim! Head to the Airdrops tab now to see if you're eligible.
Arbitrum Stylus Workshop Series with OpenZeppelin
OpenZeppelin is hosting a series of workshops focused on Arbitrum Stylus development: - Latest session covers high-performance Rust smart contracts - Previous workshop introduced Stylus basics for Solidity developers - Sessions aim to help developers transition to Rust-based contract development The workshops provide hands-on experience with Arbitrum's new Stylus framework, which enables Rust smart contracts on Arbitrum's L2 platform. Developers can learn optimization techniques and best practices directly from OpenZeppelin experts. [Join the upcoming workshop](https://x.com/i/broadcasts/1lPJqvERLAnxb)
USDai Launches GPU Tokenization Platform for AI Infrastructure Financing
USDai introduces InfraFi, a novel DePIN (Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Network) financing platform that transforms GPUs into tokenized assets. Key features: - GPUs become yield-bearing, borrowable assets - Infrastructure financing without token emissions - Real asset backing with actual yield generation - On-chain financing mechanism The platform aims to democratize access to AI infrastructure financing through blockchain technology. This development represents a significant step in bridging traditional hardware assets with DeFi capabilities. [Learn more about USDai's InfraFi](https://blog.arbitrum.io/usd-ai-accessible-ai-infra-financing/)
Farcaster Builder Night in NYC
A community builder night is happening in NYC, bringing together developers working on Farcaster mini apps. The event focuses on connecting builders working across SocialFi and DeFi applications. - **Date**: August 13, 2025 - **Time**: 6:00 PM ET - **Location**: New York City - **Includes**: Pizza and drinks - **Open to**: All builders welcome [Register for the event here](https://lu.ma/4u4l08xg)
Bleap App Launches Global Send on Arbitrum
**Bleap App** has launched its Global Send feature on the Arbitrum network, enabling users to transfer funds as seamlessly as sending a direct message. This development follows their earlier integration with Mastercard's payment infrastructure. The new feature represents a significant step in making cryptocurrency transactions more accessible and user-friendly. Users can now: - Send money instantly through a simple messaging interface - Access Arbitrum's network for transfers - Utilize Mastercard's extensive payment network This launch bridges traditional finance and crypto payment systems, making digital transactions more intuitive for everyday users.