Epoch Island integrates oSnap for decentralized governance

UMA has launched a new proposer whitelist feature to enhance the quality of their Optimistic Oracle system. This update comes after reaching a milestone of 500+ unique proposers earlier this year. The whitelist mechanism aims to: - Reduce inaccurate proposals - Prevent premature submissions - Maintain decentralized dispute resolution This development follows significant growth in UMA's proposer network, which currently includes 525 active participants securing prediction market outcomes and onchain assertions. Learn more about becoming a proposer at [oracle.uma.xyz/propose](oracle.uma.xyz/propose)

UMA has established itself as the primary oracle solution for prediction markets in the web3 space. Key developments include: - Integration with major platforms like Polymarket - Decentralized verification system for real-world outcomes - Onchain settlement capabilities for prediction markets - Growing adoption measured through bridge volume and betting activity The protocol's Total Value Locked (TVL) metrics now incorporate both @AcrossProtocol bridge volume and @Polymarket betting activity. For detailed analytics, visit the [UMA Transaction Value Dashboard](https://dune.com/risk_labs/uma-transaction-value-secured).

Optimistic verification technology has been implemented to strengthen security in intent-based bridging protocols. This advancement represents a significant step in cross-chain communication reliability. Key developments: - Enhanced security measures for cross-chain transactions - Integration with intent-based architecture - Improved cost efficiency in bridging operations The implementation builds on Across Protocol's earlier successes with intent-based architecture, which has consistently delivered lower transaction costs. This update further solidifies the protocol's position in secure cross-chain solutions. *Technical benefits include:* - Faster transaction verification - Reduced risk of bridge exploits - More efficient resource utilization

Across Protocol has unveiled Version 4 of their bridge solution, marking a significant technical upgrade to their infrastructure. - Integration with Succinct Labs brings enhanced zero-knowledge proof capabilities - Security framework reinforced through UMA Protocol's optimistic oracle system - New version aims to improve cross-chain transaction efficiency The collaboration represents a strategic enhancement of Across's bridging architecture, combining Succinct's ZK technology with UMA's battle-tested security mechanisms.

The latest UMA dispute voting round demonstrated significant participation with **333 unique commit addresses** and over **23.4M $UMA tokens** staked. This continues the protocol's growth trajectory from Q4 2024, when it first achieved an average of 100 commits per vote, later peaking at 462 commits in a single round. - 333 unique commit addresses - 23,484,787.52 $UMA tokens staked - Consistent growth from Q4 2024 Participate in securing truth onchain at [vote.uma.xyz](https://vote.uma.xyz/)