Starknet

A new protocol is adapting Pendle's yield tokenization mechanics for perpetual decentralized exchanges, built on Starknet's Layer 2 infrastructure. **Key Points:** - The project applies Pendle's approach of splitting and trading yield components to the perpetual futures trading space - Built on Starknet, leveraging its scaling capabilities for derivatives trading - Follows September's introduction of a perpetual DEX launcher, showing continued innovation in the perp trading sector **Context:** Pendle pioneered the concept of separating yield-bearing assets into principal and yield tokens that can be traded independently. This new project appears to be exploring how similar mechanics could work for perpetual futures positions, potentially allowing traders to separate and trade different components of their perp positions. The Starknet deployment suggests a focus on scalability and lower transaction costs for complex derivatives operations.

**Starknet has launched STRK20**, a new privacy capability that enables confidential balances and private transfers for any ERC-20 token. **Key features:** - Adds privacy to existing ERC-20 tokens without requiring new token standards - Includes built-in compliance mechanisms - Technical paper now available detailing design and architecture **What's happening:** - Live Q&A session scheduled for today at 2 PM UTC - Community can bring questions about implementation and use cases The technical paper breaks down how STRK20 works, positioning privacy as a potential major unlock for the crypto space. The solution is powered by Starknet's infrastructure.

Starknet Research has released its latest weekly roundup, edition 209, covering developments in the Starknet ecosystem. The publication includes: - Updates on network activity and protocol changes - Analysis of recent developments in the layer-2 scaling solution - Community highlights and ecosystem growth The roundup continues the publication's regular coverage of Starknet news and developments. Readers can access the [full report here](https://starknetresearch.substack.com/p/starknet-roundup-209). The publication includes standard disclaimers noting the content is for informational purposes only and encourages readers to conduct their own research.

The StarkWare team has confirmed that **Starknet requires only a few adjustments** to achieve full quantum resistance. This update builds on their February announcement about working toward quantum-resistant infrastructure. **Key Points:** - Minimal modifications needed for complete quantum protection - Direct confirmation from the StarkWare development team - Continues Starknet's commitment to quantum-resistant architecture This development positions Starknet ahead of potential quantum computing threats to blockchain security, requiring fewer changes than initially anticipated to protect against future quantum attacks.

**Armored MMA** has officially launched as a new application that brings prediction markets to sports. The platform allows users to participate in sports-related prediction markets, building on growing interest in crypto-integrated betting platforms. This launch follows recent developments in the space, including UFC's parent company signing a multiyear deal with Polymarket for real-time prediction markets in professional sports. The app represents another step toward mainstream adoption of prediction markets in the sports industry.

**Blob Arena** is rolling out its upgraded version today, bringing significant improvements to the gaming experience. **Key Updates:** - New system architecture - Enhanced features for better gameplay - Improved battlefield design The platform continues to build on its foundation, offering players a more refined combat experience. Players can access the game at [blobarena.xyz](https://blobarena.xyz/). This update represents a major milestone for the project as it evolves its core mechanics and user interface.

Ready has expanded its offerings with the launch of **Ready Travel**, a new benefit program for its cardholders. **Key Features:** - Exclusive cashback rewards on hotel bookings - Special deals on travel purchases - Available to all Ready cardholders This follows Ready's recent virtual card launch in February, which eliminated waiting periods and fees for new cardholders. The travel program represents Ready's continued expansion into lifestyle benefits beyond traditional card services. Ready cardholders can now access these travel perks immediately through their existing accounts.

Troves has released **Yolo Vault**, a new product utilizing a value-averaging accumulation strategy designed to help users stack Bitcoin. **Key Details:** - The vault employs a value-averaging approach for Bitcoin accumulation - Adds to Troves' existing suite of tBTC-enabled vaults - Joins other active Bitcoin vault options including Hyper Vault (via Endur Finance), Ember Protocol's strategic vault, AlphaFi's single-looping strategy, and YieldBasis trading vault The launch expands the growing ecosystem of structured Bitcoin strategies across multiple chains, offering users various approaches to onchain Bitcoin participation.

A new platform is launching with privacy-focused features from day one. **Key Features Available at Launch:** - Anonymous token swaps on [Ekubo](https://ekubo.org) - Anonymous token swaps on [AVNU](https://avnu.fi) - Private staking options for BTC and STRK tokens These features aim to provide users with enhanced privacy when conducting transactions and staking activities on the Starknet network. The integration with both Ekubo and AVNU gives users multiple options for anonymous trading. **Context:** This follows Ekubo's recent fee structure update in January, where they removed withdrawal fees in favor of swap fees across both EVM and Starknet networks. The launch represents a step toward greater privacy options in decentralized finance, allowing users to conduct swaps and staking without revealing their transaction details publicly.

Starknet has released its latest weekly recap covering key developments across the network. **Key Areas Covered:** - Infrastructure updates and improvements - Application layer developments - Network metrics and performance data The recap follows Starknet's regular weekly reporting format, providing the community with consistent updates on ecosystem progress. This marks another installment in their ongoing series of network status reports. The update maintains the project's commitment to transparency, offering stakeholders insight into technical developments and network health indicators across the Starknet Layer 2 scaling solution.