POAP

In 2019, when POAP (Proof of Attendance Protocol) launched, the ERC-721 NFT standard was still gaining traction. Users faced challenges viewing their digital collectibles. A pivotal moment came when **Etherscan** implemented a custom integration, enabling users to view POAP artwork directly in transaction pages. This feature significantly accelerated POAP's adoption. Recent developments show continued growth: - Art Blocks Marfa Weekend POAPs bridged to ETH mainnet - Collections now visible on OpenSea - Partnership with POAP.fr supporting expansion *The integration highlights how infrastructure improvements can drive ecosystem adoption.*

A city-wide scavenger hunt is coming to Cannes during ETHCC, powered by Arbitrum and Sponstar.io. Participants can explore the French Riviera while earning on-chain rewards and exclusive NFTs. - Mint 8 locations to win a special plushie Lero - Hunt continues for months after ETHCC - Partnership with City of Cannes official The treasure hunt combines real-world exploration with digital collectibles, creating an interactive experience for conference attendees.

POAP announces collaboration with ETH Bucharest 2025, offering conference attendees two unique collectibles: - A digital POAP collectible featuring the Palace of Parliament - A physical POAP Patch with matching design The mint process includes GPS verification for added authenticity. Attendees can participate in this special offering during the conference. For conference details and speaker information, visit [ETH Bucharest's website](https://ethbucharest.ro/). *This partnership continues POAP's tradition of creating memorable blockchain-verified experiences at major Ethereum events.*

The Ethereum Holesky testnet has successfully implemented the Pectra hard fork, marking a significant milestone in Ethereum's development roadmap. - @ethStaker community hosted a live watch party for the launch - Commemorative POAP (digital attendance badge) available for participants - Event recording available at [YouTube Stream](https://www.youtube.com/live/XfdDV0RhDyI) This testnet deployment is a crucial step before the anticipated mainnet launch. Community members can still catch up on the technical details and mint their commemorative POAPs.

ETHDenver 2025 attendees can participate in various POAP-related activities: - Official conference POAP available through registration email (POAP #185704) - Set up your profile on [POAP Home](http://home.poap.xyz) and connect social accounts - Special opportunities include: - Upload moments for commemorative pins - GPS-based POAP minting for raffle eligibility - Collection hunting at various events - Pizza Castle meetup on Wednesday featuring rare POAP merchandise Check your welcome email for minting instructions and unique link.

POAP Drops has expanded its minting capabilities across 9 different blockchain networks, marking a significant expansion beyond its original Gnosis Chain deployment. The platform has successfully tested with multiple blockchain communities including: - ApeCoin - Base - Arbitrum - Celo - Mantle - Polygon This expansion aligns with POAP's mission of universal accessibility. Event organizers interested in integrating POAP into their ecosystem can connect with @poapstudio at the upcoming Denver event. *In related news:* POAP has also launched location-based minting in Denver and introduced preview features for POAP Secrets collectors.

POAP introduces two significant initiatives for upcoming Bangkok events: - Special Tester POAP with GPS functionality available for minting via POAP Home - Official partnership with POAP.fr for #frENSday celebration **Key Details:** - Top 10 raffle winners will share additional ETH rewards - Requirement: Proof of social media promotion - Focus on making web3 more accessible - Digital collectibles will commemorate shared experiences *Location:* Bangkok, Thailand *Platform Required:* POAP Home (home.poap.xyz)

The first-ever POAP Rally is set to take place in Tokyo from August 21-26, coinciding with DAO_TOKYO_XYZ and Ethereum_JP events. This innovative stamp rally combines traditional Japanese culture with blockchain technology, offering participants a unique way to explore Tokyo's temples and local spots. - Participants will use POAP Home to mint POAPs via GPS at curated locations - The event culminates in a gathering where collectors may receive handmade Daruma dolls - Local partners include @checkin_xyz, @FrankieCihi, and various community organizations This event aims to showcase Tokyo through locals' perspectives, creating lasting digital memories of each landmark visited.

The crypto community continues to express interest in POAP (Proof of Attendance Protocol) integration with Duolingo. This follows a similar call made three days prior, highlighting sustained enthusiasm for the idea. POAPs are digital mementos that commemorate shared experiences or achievements. They serve as blockchain-based proof of participation in events or activities. The integration could potentially allow Duolingo users to earn POAPs for language learning milestones, fostering a sense of community and achievement among learners. This recurring request underscores the growing interest in merging educational platforms with blockchain technology, potentially enhancing user engagement and motivation.

The first events for EthCC Week 2024 have been published. As a long-standing partner of EthCC Week, POAP (Proof of Attendance Protocol) is supporting event hosts and attendees in minting digital collectibles to commemorate their participation. POAP allows users to mint digital mementos called 'POAPs' to represent shared experiences and memories.