Scroll supports builders in Istanbul and India for ETHGlobal hackathons

**The Problem:** Most blockchain teams rely on a single specialist to handle critical tasks like testing, audits, and deployments. This creates a dangerous single point of failure. **The Solution:** New AI tooling is being developed to eliminate this dependency. Unlike human specialists, AI agents don't show brand loyalty and can distribute these critical responsibilities more reliably. **Why It Matters:** - Reduces operational risk for chain teams - Removes bottlenecks in development workflows - Addresses a fundamental infrastructure weakness in web3 development This shift reflects a broader trend of AI agents taking on more autonomous roles in blockchain operations, moving beyond simple automation to handling mission-critical functions.

Scroll has released new snapshot URLs for both Mainnet and Sepolia testnet, making it easier for node operators to sync their L2geth nodes. **What's New:** - Mainnet snapshot: [https://snapshot.scroll.io/mpt/latest.tar](https://snapshot.scroll.io/mpt/latest.tar) - Sepolia snapshot: [https://snapshot.scroll.io/sepolia/mpt/latest.tar](https://snapshot.scroll.io/sepolia/mpt/latest.tar) **For Node Operators:** These snapshots allow you to quickly bootstrap a Scroll node without syncing from genesis. Detailed guides are available for both networks: - [Mainnet setup guide](https://scrollzkp.notion.site/Running-a-Scroll-L2geth-Node-from-Snapshot-Scroll-Mainnet-a82f7eea296b496e9b34812de11b1a23) - [Sepolia setup guide](https://scrollzkp.notion.site/Running-a-Scroll-L2geth-Node-from-Snapshot-Scroll-Sepolia-1d07792d22af800181e7e2105041ef7c) This update streamlines the node deployment process for developers and infrastructure providers working with Scroll's Layer 2 network.

Scroll has released updated snapshot download URLs for running L2geth nodes. The changes have been implemented in the official Notion documentation guides. **Key Updates:** - New snapshot URLs are now available for node operators - Documentation has been updated with current links - Changes affect L2geth node setup and maintenance Node operators should reference the updated Notion guides for the latest snapshot URLs when configuring or maintaining their Scroll L2geth nodes.

Scroll has announced a proposal to **dissolve its Security Council** and transition protocol admin control to a Scroll Admin multisig over the next ten days. **Key Points:** - The Security Council's cost no longer justified its actual usage over recent quarters - Resources will be redirected toward product development and growth initiatives - The team maintains confidence in their mature, audited infrastructure - Plans to work with stakeholders on a new security council structure better suited to current market conditions The engineering team that built Scroll's infrastructure will continue active maintenance under high security standards. Full contract specifics and governance details are available on the [Scroll governance forum](https://forum.scroll.io/t/governance-update-security-council-transition-contributor-roles-operational-adjustments/1470). This represents a significant operational shift as Scroll optimizes its governance structure while maintaining its commitment to user security.

Scroll DAO is developing a pilot program to create comprehensive ecosystem documentation. The initiative will produce: - A consolidated report - One-page summaries - Ecosystem maps All materials will be published on the forum for DAO and Foundation reference. **Funding Structure** Contributors will receive defined budgets based on: - Project scope - Specific deliverables The Scroll Foundation may provide data and insights to support the effort. This documentation project runs parallel to ongoing DAO-Foundation discussions about ecosystem growth strategies and user acquisition initiatives.