🎮 Gas-Free Gaming

**SKALE announces SKALE Expand**, a new initiative designed to bring the network's signature **gas-free and private execution** capabilities to users across every EVM-compatible blockchain. The expansion represents SKALE's strategic move beyond its current Ethereum-native multichain architecture. The initiative aims to: - Extend zero-fee transactions to multiple blockchain ecosystems - Maintain private execution capabilities across different chains - Leverage SKALE's proven AppChain technology SKALE has demonstrated strong momentum with **200%+ year-over-year transaction growth** and a rapidly expanding dApp ecosystem. The network's unique gas-free model uses sFuel tokens to eliminate transaction costs for users. [Read the full manifesto](https://forum.skale.network/t/skale-growth-manifesto/726) for complete details on the expansion strategy.

**Industry leaders explored the future of fully onchain money** at FAIR Grounds, examining how stablecoins and decentralized finance are transforming global financial systems. **Key discussion points included:** - How stablecoins are reshaping global liquidity and payments - The role of onchain finance in creating transparency - What the next generation financial system will look like **Panel featured** @DanteReminick, @awerner, @angeldesolana, @chasemerlin, and @johnthomaslang sharing insights on this fundamental shift in how money operates. The conversation highlighted the **practical implications** of moving traditional financial infrastructure onchain and the opportunities this creates for global accessibility.

**SKALE School Episode 3** dives into the intersection of AI agents and blockchain commerce. The latest educational session covers: - AI agents and their role in decentralized applications - x402 technology developments - **Agentic commerce** - autonomous trading systems - Future implications for blockchain-based AI This follows previous episodes covering x402 fundamentals and builds on SKALE's zero-fee transaction model. The broadcast explores how AI agents can operate autonomously within blockchain ecosystems, potentially transforming how commerce functions in decentralized environments. [Watch the full episode](https://x.com/i/broadcasts/1rmxPvDoajbGN)

**SKALE Portal 4.2** is now live with significant improvements for users and validators. **Key new features:** - USD token value display for better portfolio tracking - Streamlined staking and validator workflows - Enhanced navigation and wallet user experience The update builds on previous Portal improvements, continuing SKALE's focus on making the multichain experience more accessible. [Read the full update](http://skale.space/blog/skale-portal-4-2-now-live)