Datapalooza: A Day Dedicated to Web3 Data Innovations
Datapalooza: A Day Dedicated to Web3 Data Innovations
The inaugural Datapalooza hosted by The Graph Foundation is happening at @EFDevconnect in Istanbul on Nov. 13th. The event will feature expert-led talks and workshops on various topics including R&D, tooling, dapps, analytics, and LLMs. Speakers include Adam Fuller, Vyas Krishnan, Danning Sui, Willian Mitsuda, Hope Yen, Ansgar Grunseid, Vitalik Buterin, and more. Workshops will cover topics such as combining subgraphs, developing substreams, running an indexer, and using Chainlink Functions. The event can be attended in person or livestreamed. Don't miss it!
Datapalooza is next Monday! Explore the future of web3 data, dapps, analytics, & LLMs during a day of expert-led talks & workshops! 📣 New speaker update: @sui414 from Flashbots will present on Exploring Ethereum Mempool, Orderflow & MEV!
Datapalooza is only 13 days away! 📣 New speaker update: @andrej_dev from @chainlink! Andrej will give a workshop on using Chainlink Functions to implement a DeFi strategy by connecting The Graph & Uniswap Router! Stay tuned for info on additional speakers & presentations.
📢 The Graph Foundation is hosting the inaugural Datapalooza, a day focused on web3 data innovations, at @EFDevconnect in Istanbul on Nov. 13th! The event will cover R&D and tooling in The Graph ecosystem and across web3, focusing on use cases for dapps, analytics, tooling, LLMs
📣 New speaker update: @Allquantor07 from DataOS will present: AI is ready - Web 2.0 is not: AI-Generated Apps on top of Open Data Lakes! Datapalooza is Monday! Join a day of talks & workshops by builders & web3 data experts during @EFDevconnect. More announcements coming!
🇹🇷 Are you attending Datapalooza? Be sure to join Graph ecosystem Dev Rels, Business Teams, Dev Success, & other ecosystem members to talk about data services on The Graph! Register for Sunrise Office Hours! There will be an exclusive POAP for those that meet with ecosystem
Datapalooza is almost here! The Graph Foundation is hosting the inaugural Datapalooza at @EFDevconnect in Istanbul on Nov. 13th! This will be a day dedicated to web3 data innovations, discussing R&D, tooling, dapps, analytics, & more! Here’s the event agenda ⬇️ Can’t join in
Datapalooza is only 12 days away! 📣 New speaker update: @SeveSisneros from @semioticlabs! Seve will present on preserving historical data after EIP-4444, a proposal to reduce storage & bandwidth requirements for Ethereum nodes, making syncing easier & faster. Stay tuned for
📣 New speaker update: @wmitsuda from @otterscan! The Graph’s inaugural Datapalooza is almost here! This will be a day of expert-led talks & workshops on R&D, tooling for dapps, data analytics, & LLMs! Join in-person in Turkey or watch via livestream - more details coming soon!
The Graph Connects with Builders at Solana Breakpoint Abu Dhabi
**The Graph is live at Solana Breakpoint Abu Dhabi** (Dec 11-13), actively connecting with builders and development teams. The protocol is focusing on three key areas: - **Data reliability** solutions - **Data access** infrastructure - **AI agents** integration The Graph team is available for project discussions and collaboration opportunities with Solana ecosystem builders. This follows their earlier announcement about bringing enhanced data indexing and infrastructure capabilities to the Solana network.
The Graph's Hidden Network: How Human Operators Power Web3's Data Layer
**The Graph reveals its true nature** - not just software, but a **human-powered network** of operators working together daily. - Indexers coordinate through Discord, forums, and on-chain interactions - These operators keep apps running and AI agents fed with reliable data - **Infrastructure work isn't glamorous**, but it's what enables web3 to scale Nick's early experience at The Graph gave him front-row access to understanding indexing. The key insight most people miss: **The Graph succeeds because of its community**, not just its technology. While infrastructure may lack romance, it provides the **predictable data layer** that web3 desperately needs to grow beyond experimental use cases.
🔄 Graph Migration Guide
The Graph has released a **migration guide** for developers looking to transition from Alchemy's centralized APIs to The Graph's decentralized subgraph solution. The guide provides step-by-step instructions for: - Moving from hosted services to subgraphs - Accessing blockchain data through The Graph's protocol - Leveraging new subgraph features This migration path offers developers an alternative to centralized data providers, enabling direct access to organized blockchain data through The Graph's decentralized network. [View the migration guide](https://thegraph.com/docs/en/resources/migration-guides/migrate-from-alchemy/)
🤖 x402 Protocol Revives 30-Year-Old HTTP Payment Code
**x402 protocol** is bringing the forgotten HTTP 402 "Payment Required" status code back to life after 30 years of dormancy. **Key Features:** - Machine-native billing standard for AI agents - Enables per-request payments without accounts or API keys - Supports payments for data access, compute, and API queries - Backed by Coinbase and Cloudflare **How it works:** 1. Agent requests paid resource 2. Server responds with HTTP 402 + payment details 3. USDC payment processed through facilitator 4. Access granted instantly upon verification **The Graph Integration:** The Graph's data infrastructure provides the verifiable, queryable blockchain data that x402 transactions require. Their GraphTally already implements similar microtransactions at the protocol layer. **Combined Impact:** - x402 = open payment rail for agents - The Graph = open data rail for decisions - Together = autonomous systems that think, pay, and verify This creates a **machine-driven economy** where AI agents can autonomously transact using stablecoins across multiple chains including Base, Solana, and Polygon.
🏗️ Graph sponsors demo day
**The Graph Foundation** sponsored SmartCon's inaugural VC Demo Day, connecting emerging web3 projects with venture capital investors. The event showcased: - Real blockchain projects seeking funding - Technical talent from the web3 builder community - Investment opportunities in decentralized infrastructure **Derek Meyer** from The Graph's Technical Council served as a judge, evaluating projects alongside other industry experts. The sponsorship aligns with The Graph's mission to **support the next generation** of web3 developers and infrastructure builders.