Key Ethereum Developments:
- Pectra upgrade live with smart account features and 2x L2 capacity
- Stripe launches stablecoin accounts in 101 countries
- Uniswap reaches $3T all-time swap volume
- Multiple L2s reach Stage 1: Base, Kinto, Scroll, and Starknet
Technical Achievements:
- ZKSync achieves full EVM equivalence
- SuccinctLabs/RiscZero reduces block proving to 12s
- Aztec launches public testnet for private L2
Adoption Highlights:
- Coinbase integrates Farcaster social
- AAVE partners with ANT for RWA marketplace
- WorldID verifies 12.5M humans on L2
- MorphoLabs hits $1B TVL on Base
Ethereum is for shipping. Here鈥檚 21 things the global @ethereum ecosystem got done in the last few weeks: 1. The latest upgrade to Ethereum, Pectra, went live. Pectra introduced smart account wallet features to improve UX, increased capacity for Ethereum L2s by 2x, and
AI-Powered Yield Hunter Lands ETHGlobal Spotlight

**Yield Seeker**, a Base mini-app, uses **AI agents** to automatically find the best DeFi yields for idle USDC holdings. The Ethereum-built platform was recently selected as an **ETHGlobal Spotlight project**, highlighting its innovative approach to yield optimization. - Operates on Base network for lower fees - Targets USDC holders seeking passive income - Leverages AI for automated yield hunting This recognition positions Yield Seeker among promising DeFi projects using artificial intelligence to simplify yield farming for everyday users.
White Rabbit Anime Wins Emmy for Innovation in Emerging Media
**White Rabbit**, an anime project, has won an **Emmy Award for Innovation in Emerging Media**. The groundbreaking aspect? The entire project was: - **Crowdfunded** through community support - **Collectively produced** using Ethereum blockchain technology This marks a significant milestone for blockchain-based creative projects, demonstrating that decentralized production methods can achieve mainstream recognition and industry acclaim. The Emmy win validates Ethereum's potential beyond financial applications, showcasing its utility in **collaborative content creation** and community-driven entertainment projects.
Ethereum Worlds Fair Coming to Buenos Aires This November
**Ethereum is hosting its first-ever Worlds Fair** in Buenos Aires this November, following the tradition of historic World's Fairs that showcased groundbreaking innovations like telephones, televisions, and light bulbs. The event runs from **November 17-22, 2025** as part of Devconnect, bringing together the Ethereum community and newcomers curious about the platform's capabilities. **Key highlights:** - First Ethereum-focused World's Fair format - Week-long showcase of ecosystem innovations - Open to both community members and curious newcomers - Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina The fair aims to demonstrate Ethereum's current capabilities and future potential, positioning itself as a modern showcase for decentralized technology innovations. *Mark your calendars for this historic gathering of the Ethereum ecosystem.*
Ethereum Community Converges on Latin America for Q4 Events
The **Ethereum ecosystem** is heading to Latin America this Q4 for a series of community events across the region. **Pre-Devconnect Events:** - ETH LATAM S茫o Paulo: Nov 8-9 - Edge City Patagonia: Oct 18 - Nov 15 - Ethereum Chile: Oct 24-25 **Buenos Aires Activities:** - Funding Commons residency: Oct 24 - Nov 14 - Invisible Garden: Oct 27 - Nov 16 - Dev3pack residency: Nov 3-24 **Main Event - Devconnect Buenos Aires (Nov 17-22):** - First-ever *Ethereum Worlds Fair* - Ethereum Day on Nov 17 - ETHConAR on Nov 18 - Week-long festival of Ethereum events Tickets and full event calendar available at [devconnect.org](https://devconnect.org/calendar)