UMA Team at ETHDenver with Updates on Oval, Prediction Markets, and DAO Tooling
UMA Team at ETHDenver with Updates on Oval, Prediction Markets, and DAO Tooling

UMA team is currently at ETHDenver, providing information on Oval, prediction markets, and DAO tooling. @AcrossProtocol is hosting events with a $10,000 bounty available for the #BUIDLathon. Across Co-Founder @hal2001 and Tech Lead @mountainwaterpi will be giving presentations on Across V3. @pumpedlunch will be presenting at NERD Labs Knowledge Hack House and Silk Hacker House this week.
The UMA team has arrived at ETHDenver. 🏔️ Come out and meet our team for the latest scoop on Oval, prediction markets, and DAO tooling. Additionally, @AcrossProtocol will be hosting some exciting events. Keep reading for more info.
UMA Introduces Managed Proposers Feature
UMA has launched a new proposer whitelist feature to enhance the quality of their Optimistic Oracle system. This update comes after reaching a milestone of 500+ unique proposers earlier this year. The whitelist mechanism aims to: - Reduce inaccurate proposals - Prevent premature submissions - Maintain decentralized dispute resolution This development follows significant growth in UMA's proposer network, which currently includes 525 active participants securing prediction market outcomes and onchain assertions. Learn more about becoming a proposer at [oracle.uma.xyz/propose](oracle.uma.xyz/propose)
UMA Emerges as Leading Oracle for Prediction Markets
UMA has established itself as the primary oracle solution for prediction markets in the web3 space. Key developments include: - Integration with major platforms like Polymarket - Decentralized verification system for real-world outcomes - Onchain settlement capabilities for prediction markets - Growing adoption measured through bridge volume and betting activity The protocol's Total Value Locked (TVL) metrics now incorporate both @AcrossProtocol bridge volume and @Polymarket betting activity. For detailed analytics, visit the [UMA Transaction Value Dashboard](https://dune.com/risk_labs/uma-transaction-value-secured).
Optimistic Verification Enhances Intent-Based Bridging Security
Optimistic verification technology has been implemented to strengthen security in intent-based bridging protocols. This advancement represents a significant step in cross-chain communication reliability. Key developments: - Enhanced security measures for cross-chain transactions - Integration with intent-based architecture - Improved cost efficiency in bridging operations The implementation builds on Across Protocol's earlier successes with intent-based architecture, which has consistently delivered lower transaction costs. This update further solidifies the protocol's position in secure cross-chain solutions. *Technical benefits include:* - Faster transaction verification - Reduced risk of bridge exploits - More efficient resource utilization
Across Protocol V4 Announces Integration with Succinct Labs and UMA Protocol
Across Protocol has unveiled Version 4 of their bridge solution, marking a significant technical upgrade to their infrastructure. - Integration with Succinct Labs brings enhanced zero-knowledge proof capabilities - Security framework reinforced through UMA Protocol's optimistic oracle system - New version aims to improve cross-chain transaction efficiency The collaboration represents a strategic enhancement of Across's bridging architecture, combining Succinct's ZK technology with UMA's battle-tested security mechanisms.
UMA Dispute Voting Reaches 333 Unique Commits with 23.4M Tokens Staked
The latest UMA dispute voting round demonstrated significant participation with **333 unique commit addresses** and over **23.4M $UMA tokens** staked. This continues the protocol's growth trajectory from Q4 2024, when it first achieved an average of 100 commits per vote, later peaking at 462 commits in a single round. - 333 unique commit addresses - 23,484,787.52 $UMA tokens staked - Consistent growth from Q4 2024 Participate in securing truth onchain at [vote.uma.xyz](https://vote.uma.xyz/)