LineaBuild announces significant fee reduction with launch of Linea's V2
LineaBuild announces significant fee reduction with launch of Linea's V2
LineaBuild has announced a major fee reduction of around 3x with the launch of Linea's V2. This update, marking Phase 1 of their plan to lower transaction costs, is expected to enhance the efficiency of DeFi operations. The reduced fees will particularly benefit users of Linea's Hedging Contract tool, making operations more cost-effective. This development aligns with preparations for the upcoming Ethereum protodanksharding update in March, signaling a more accessible and efficient future for DeFi.
MetaMask Card Now Supports Aave USDC Integration
MetaMask Card announces integration with Aave's aUSDC, enabling users to earn DeFi yields while maintaining spending power. Key features: - Direct spending of aUSDC through MetaMask Card - Continuous yield earning until point of purchase - USDC cashback rewards - Higher yields compared to traditional banking The integration bridges DeFi earnings with everyday transactions, allowing users to maximize their digital asset potential. Get started at [MetaMask Card](http://portfolio.metamask.io/card)
Verax Registry Explained: Authentication in Web3
A new whiteboard explanation from @LeChiffreZK highlights the critical role of Verax Registry in web3 authentication and verification processes. Key points: - Verax Registry serves as a crucial tool for verifying authenticity in blockchain systems - Integration with verifiable credentials provides tamper-evident proof of origin - @gs1's Phil Archer emphasizes its importance for systems like OriginTrail - The system works with Decentralized Knowledge Graph (DKG) to enable AI agents to deliver reliable insights Learn more about secure authentication at [Verax Registry](https://verax.xyz)
Linea Ecosystem Now Integrated with MetaMask Portfolio
MetaMask Portfolio has launched a dedicated network page for the Linea ecosystem, marking the first in a planned series of network-specific integrations. Users can now: - Browse Linea dapps directly from their Portfolio interface - Access tokens and NFTs from the Home Network - Explore the complete Linea ecosystem with one click The integration streamlines access to Linea's growing ecosystem of decentralized applications. For more details, visit [MetaMask's official announcement](https://metamask.io/en-GB/news/explore-the-new-linea-network-page-in-metamask-portfolio).
Linea DevCookOff Winners Announced for Feb/March Competition
The results are in for Linea's latest DevCookOff competition. Here are the winners: **General Track** - 🥇 Linea MCP by @Qvkare - 🥈 DefiWatchdog by Mohamed Ajguernoun - 🥉 MetaWill by @emhaihsan **EFrogs Track** - 🥇 Linea MCP by @Qvkare - 🥈 CroakClash by @jayshreeanand **Special Recognition** - Honorable Mention: Discord Attestation by @Alain_Ncls
Denaria Finance Launches Public Testnet on Linea
Key updates from Linea's ecosystem this week: - **AbacusFi** introduces abcLYNX: Users can convert veLYNX to abcLYNX via LynexFi for autocompounding benefits - **Denaria Finance**, a new perpetual DEX, launched public testnet with testnetUSD trading and points system - **eforgs_on_linea** NFT community marked their 1-year milestone - **Franklin Payroll** goes live with multi-currency payment options for project contributors, supporting both fiat and crypto These developments showcase Linea's growing DeFi and NFT ecosystem while expanding payment infrastructure.