Automata Network has been welcomed to the Superchain Ecosystem. This announcement comes as part of Optimism Collective's ongoing efforts to scale Ethereum.
Key points:
- Applications for Retro Funding 5 are open
- Deadline: October 14
- Eligibility criteria available for review
- New impact metrics for evaluating contributions to OP Stack
The Superchain continues to grow, with recent additions including:
- ArenaZ
- Shape L2
Other notable updates:
- Launch of @optimismgovbot for governance updates
- Chain Delegation program onboarding more teams
- @OptimismGrants fueling Superchain growth
For more information and to apply, visit: http://retrofunding.optimism.io
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Welcoming @AutomataNetwork to the Superchain Ecosystem!
Automata, the machine attestation layer built by humans, designed for machines - launches on @Optimism's OP Stack. Thrilled to have found a (our) place on the Superchain. And grateful to @alt_layer and @eigencloud (h/t @eigen_da) for bringing it together: blog.ata.network/automata-joins…
ether.fi Launches on OP Mainnet
**ether.fi is now live on OP Mainnet**, bringing its liquid staking protocol to Optimism's Layer 2 network. **Key highlights:** - The protocol completed its migration to OP Mainnet - Users can now access ether.fi's services with faster transactions and lower fees - This follows the February announcement of the planned migration The launch enables ether.fi to leverage Optimism's scalability while maintaining Ethereum security. Users can interact with the protocol directly on OP Mainnet. [Read the full announcement](https://www.optimism.io/blog/ether.fi-is-live-on-op-mainnet)
Ether.fi Completes $220M Migration to OP Mainnet with Zero Downtime
**Ether.fi has successfully migrated to OP Mainnet**, bringing $220M in total value locked (TVL) - the largest single TVL event in OP Mainnet's history. **Key metrics:** - 300,000 user accounts - 70,000 active cards - Migration completed in 3 days with zero downtime - Cards remained operational throughout the entire process **Technical performance:** - Sub-250ms transaction finality - $0.00001 median transaction fees - 99.99% uptime **What's next:** - Gold Vaults launching soon - Euro card expansion planned - Growing liquidity pool benefits all users The migration demonstrates OP Mainnet's capability to support live consumer products at scale. Ether.fi operates the largest non-custodial crypto card by spend volume, and this move positions both platforms for continued growth in practical crypto payments.
Optimism Joins Ethereum Korea Conference to Onboard Korean Institutions

Optimism is participating in the first Ethereum Korea conference, focusing on bringing Korean institutions onto Ethereum and the OP Stack. The initiative represents a strategic expansion into the Korean market, leveraging Optimism's Layer 2 scaling solution to attract institutional adoption in the region. **Key Points:** - First-ever Ethereum Korea conference - Focus on institutional onboarding - Utilizes OP Stack technology - Strengthens Ethereum's presence in Korea This move aligns with Optimism's broader mission to scale Ethereum and expand the Superchain ecosystem globally.
MetaMask Enables ERC-7715 Execution Permissions on OP Mainnet

MetaMask has implemented ERC-7715 on OP Mainnet, allowing decentralized applications and agents to request wallet execution permissions. **Key Development:** - Builders can now request execution permissions through the ERC-7715 standard - Opens new permission models for both dApps and autonomous agents - Available on OP Mainnet infrastructure This technical update provides developers with standardized methods to handle wallet permissions, potentially streamlining user interactions with decentralized applications and agent-based systems.
OP Stack Enables Blockchain Customization for Next Crypto Wave
The OP Stack is enabling a new era of blockchain customization, according to insights from @karl_dot_tech. **Key Points:** - Customization allows blockchains to be tailored for specific use cases and requirements - The OP Stack provides the infrastructure to make this customization technically feasible - This represents the next significant wave of innovation in crypto development The ability to customize blockchains opens new possibilities for developers to create specialized solutions rather than one-size-fits-all networks.