Ethereum Infrastructure Round Refocuses and Shifts to Curated Format

**GG24 Privacy Domain applications are now open** for builders creating privacy-preserving tools, protocols, and infrastructure. This funding round specifically targets projects focused on **privacy as a public good** - an area that remains undervalued in Web3 despite its critical importance. - Applications open this week - Community funding and support available - Focus on privacy-preserving technologies - Infrastructure and protocol development encouraged The timing aligns with growing recognition that privacy foundations need strengthening across Web3 applications and infrastructure. **Apply now** if you're building privacy solutions that benefit the broader ecosystem.

**Gitcoin's Schelling Point** and **Funding the Commons** are collaborating for a joint event in Buenos Aires on November 20. The partnership brings together two major communities on one stage: - Builders tackling Ethereum's biggest challenges - Researchers exploring funding mechanisms - Dreamers shaping the ecosystem's future This combined event coincides with **EF Devcon** and promises to host conversations that influence Ethereum's development direction. **Registration Details:** - [Schelling Point tickets](https://luma.com/txyeg96m) - [Funding the Commons tickets](https://luma.com/ftc-ba-2025) Seating is limited for both events. The collaboration represents a significant moment where funding innovation meets technical development in the Ethereum ecosystem. *Secure your spot to join the conversations shaping Ethereum's future.*

**GG24 funding applications are now open** across three key domains for web3 builders. **Available funding rounds:** - Dev Tooling & Infrastructure on Arbitrum ($200k matching) - Interop Standards & Analytics on Polygon ($100k+ matching) - Solution Development Grants **Key deadlines:** - Dev Tooling & Interop applications close **October 17** - Solution Development pre-applications due **October 19** Over **$300k in total matching funds** available through Giveth's quadratic funding rounds. [Apply for Dev Tooling](https://giveth.typeform.com/gg24-dti) | [Apply for Interop](https://giveth.typeform.com/gg24-isia) | [Solution Grants](https://www.fortheworld.eco/programs/solution-development-grants-gg24)

**ENS announces participation** in the Social district at the upcoming Ethereum Worlds Fair in Buenos Aires this November. The event focuses on **people, identity, and coordination** - core themes that align with ENS's mission in the Ethereum ecosystem. - ENS will have a presence in the Social district - Event takes place in Buenos Aires, Argentina - Scheduled for November 2025 The Ethereum Worlds Fair represents a significant gathering for the global Ethereum community, bringing together developers, users, and projects to showcase innovations and foster connections.

**Gitcoin announces Solution Development Grants** as part of GG24, targeting onchain projects that advance **UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG)**. **Key Details:** - Up to **$25,000** in milestone-based funding available - Pre-applications now open for builders - Focus on **SDG-aligned growth** projects - Part of Gitcoin's broader grants program **Background Context:** Since 2019, Gitcoin Grants has funded over **4,000 projects** with $63.9M allocated to public goods. The platform continues expanding its support for impactful web3 development. **For Builders:** This represents a significant opportunity for projects working on **sustainable development solutions** using blockchain technology. [Apply now](http://grants.gitcoin.co/) to secure funding for your SDG-focused project.