Development Update
23rd January – 30th January

Greetings, human nodes, and friends! We're excited to offer you a peek into the latest achievements from the Humanode dev team.

🔺 Substrate Updates & Internal Testnet 6
Significant strides have been made in Substrate updates: v0.9.40, currently greenlit for internal tests, and the adaptation of changes for version v0.9.42 stand out as major milestones. The groundwork for the primary components is already in place, and the runtime upgrade is nearing completion.

Additionally, the transition of the EVM version from London to Shanghai has kicked off in the release cycle. For a more detailed view, explore Humanode’s GitHub here. Exciting new features are on the horizon in the coming weeks!

🔺 Biomapper Documentation is Almost Ready
Our development team is actively involved in crafting comprehensive documentation for Biomapper, and it's nearly ready for release. Stay tuned for updates! In the meantime, peruse Humanode’s full documentation here.

🔺 Mainnet Website Improvements
The mainnet website has undergone several enhancements, including a fresh section on CVMs (short for Confidential Virtual Machines). Check out the revamped Humanode website and explore mainnet documentation.

🔺 Frontend Architecture
Last but not least, our dev team has been diligently working on refining the frontend architecture to enhance user experience.

That concludes today's update! Stay tuned for more exciting developments on the horizon!

Exploring the landscape of Proof of Personhood (PoP) protocols in decentralized systems.

Our latest article compares various PoP protocols, tackling issues of Sybil attacks, privacy, identity and more in the blockchain.

Dive into the comparative analysis for a deeper understanding: https://blog.humanode.io/comparative-analysis-of-different-proof-of-personhood-pop-protocols/

Hi, Coinmarketcap! core@humanode.io is indeed our official email. It's also on the website humanode.io

BitMart has integrated Humanode EVM, becoming the first CEX that allows you to deposit & withdraw HMND and eHMND directly.

This means you can now use MetaMask directly to interact with any DApp, don't need to go through hassle of swapping from HMND to eHMND and more!

Let's celebrate this milestone together! Join BitMart's special campaign for some exciting rewards.

Find out more: blog.humanode.io/bitmart-integrates-with-humanode-evm/

🤩 Talent Alert: Humanode’s Got Talent 2024 Extended! 🎉

The spotlight stays on! Humanode’s Got Talent 2024 is now extended until Feb 13th, 2024 (11:59 PM UTC)!

🎤 How to Join?
-Create your act video.
-Upload on YouTube.
-Tweet the link, tag @humanode_io, and use #humanodesgottalent.
-Share on Humanode Discord: ⁠🎤-humanodes-got-talent channel.

💰$2,000 in HMND prizes up for grabs!

For detailed rules, check our blogpost: blog.humanode.io/humanodes-got-talent-2024/

🚀 What's New?
-Contest extended to Feb 13th. 11:59 PM UTC.
-Participants can now join through Galxe to mint the HGT2024 special OAT!
https://galxe.com/Humanode/campaign/GCQ55twoGz

Let your creativity soar! Best of luck to all participants!

Development Update
30th January – 6th February

Greetings, human nodes & friends! We're excited to offer you a peek into the latest achievements from the Humanode dev team.


🔺 Substrate Updates
Our dev team has been hard at work, and we are proud to announce significant advancements in Substrate updates. The eagerly awaited v0.9.40 has received the green light for the mainnet, marking a crucial milestone. Furthermore, the team is actively adapting changes for v0.9.42.
An exciting transition is underway as we move from the EVM version's London to Shanghai in this release cycle. Dive into the details on the Humanode GitHub repository.

🔺 Website Minor Improvements
In our commitment to providing a seamless user experience, the mainnet website has undergone several updates. These enhancements have been made to enrich your interaction with Humanode and provide valuable insights into the project's journey.

🔺 Exploring New Bridges
Excitingly, the Humanode team is actively considering the addition of new bridges and is in discussions with various potential collaborators. This strategic move aims to enhance interoperability and connectivity within the blockchain ecosystem.

🔺 The Biomapper SDK in the Pipeline
Simultaneously, the dev team is contemplating the creation of an SDK complete with libraries and examples. This initiative is designed to empower developers and foster a vibrant community around Humanode.


That concludes today's update! We invite you to stay tuned for more developments on the horizon. Thank you for being part of the Humanode community!

Humanode partners with Cryptoworth to enhance financial management on the Humanode chain. This collaboration allows for accurate accounting & real-time tracking of crypto assets, simplifying financial reporting.

Read for details: https://blog.humanode.io/simplifying-financial-management-on-humanode-chain-with-cryptoworths-accounting-solutions/

Hey hey human nodes and friends,

Here's another partnership announcement coming your way. 🎉

This time Humanode has teamed up with Zebec - a revolutionary DeFi technology that empowers real-time, frictionless, and continuous streams of payments.

Zebec's Discord now has BotBasher for Sybil-resistant Zealy campaigns and more.

Read the full announcement here: https://blog.humanode.io/zebec-adds-humanode-botbasher-for-sybil-resistant-zealy-campaigns/

⏳Tik tok.. The countdown is on! In just one hour, we're kicking off Humanode Fireside on Discord. 🎉 Join us for Humanode discussions, updates, and a whole lot of fun!

Friday, February 9th
Time: 14:00 UTC (starting in 1 hour)
Discord Link: https://link.humanode.io/chat
(Find: 📻 Humanode Radio voice channel)

See ya!

Humanode has joined forces with Nibiru Chain – a leading L1 blockchain and smart contract ecosystem celebrated for its high throughput and unparalleled security.

Humanode will provide Sybil resistance to the Nibiru ecosystem to enhance the security infrastructure of dApps and ecosystem partners on the Nibiru network.

Read the full announcement here: https://blog.humanode.io/humanode-partners-with-nibiru-to-provide-sybil-resistance-to-nibirus-ecosystem

The Humanode Biomapper Saga campaign series on Galxe is underway! 🤩

As we gear up for the unveiling of Humanode Biomapper, join us in a campaign series designed to enlighten and celebrate🎉

Participate to earn OATs and a chance at a share of $10,000 in HMND 💰 Plus, watch out for surprise airdrops from Humanode partners.

Over three weeks collect loyalty points and OATs for your participation in Biomapper Saga. The highest scorers will share the HMND prize pool. Don't miss out!

Join the fun here: https://galxe.com/Humanode/campaign/GCyFMtwdtq

Development Update
6th February - 13th February

Hello, fellow humans and friends! We are delighted to unveil the most recent updates from the Humanode dev team.

🔺 Substrate Updates
Our dev team has been diligently working on Substrate updates, with v0.9.40 successfully deployed on the mainnet, marking a significant milestone! Notably, the transition from the London to the Shanghai version of EVM is now in effect.
Furthermore, we're actively adapting changes for v0.9.42, a significant milestone that brings intriguing updates, such as introducing pallet balances enhancements and deprecating Currency in favor of fungible traits. Dive deeper into our progress on the Humanode GitHub repository. Stay tuned for more exciting features in the upcoming weeks!

🔺 Biomapper SDK in Progress
We're also considering the creation of an SDK, including libraries and examples, to empower developers and cultivate a thriving community around Humanode. Last week, we laid the groundwork, creating subsections for different integration types.

🔺 Frontend Architecture Enhancements
We've dedicated time to enhancing Humanode frontend architecture, particularly focusing on state machine tests.

🔺 Exploring BotBasher’s Integration with Telegram
The dev team continues to experiment and explore the possibility of integrating BotBasher with Telegram to bolster Sybil-resistance and enhance security measures.

That wraps up today's update! Stay tuned for more developments on the horizon!

Humanode EVM updated!

Thanks to the tireless effort of our Dev team working on the Substrate updates, v0.9.40 has been successfully deployed on the mainnet! Notably, the transition from the London to the Shanghai version of EVM is now in effect.
Furthermore, we're actively adapting changes for v0.9.42, a significant milestone that brings intriguing updates, such as introducing pallet balances enhancements and deprecating Currency in favor of fungible traits.

Dear Humanode community members and friends,

As we gear up for the Biomapper's debut, we've put together insightful articles on its potential applications. And there's no better starting point than addressing the airdrop challenge, often targeted by Sybil attackers.

Read this article to Learn how Humanode Biomapper can protect your airdrop campaigns from such threats, all the while ensuring user anonymity remains intact: https://blog.humanode.io/humanode-biomapper-for-sybil-resistant-airdops/

🎙 Don't miss out on our upcoming episode of Founders Talk!

Join us this Friday as Dato and Victor discuss our next release, Biomapper! Gain insights from the conversation and participate in our Biomapper Saga special quiz on Galxe, where the answers await discovery during the talk. Plus, all participants who complete the quiz can mint a Biomapper Saga OAT on Galxe.

🗓 Mark your calendar!
February 16th | 13:00 UTC
Humanode Radio on Discord: https://link.humanode.io/chat

For the Biomapper Saga special quiz, visit: https://galxe.com/Humanode/campaign/GCTZTt4MFf

Have fun!

🎙️ Founders Talk is starting in 1 hour!

Gain insights from the conversation and participate in our Biomapper Saga special quiz on Galxe, where the answers await discovery during the talk. Plus, all participants who complete the quiz can mint a Biomapper Saga OAT on Galxe.

February 16th | 13:00 UTC
Humanode Radio on Discord
https://link.humanode.io/chat

For the Biomapper Saga special quiz, visit: https://galxe.com/Humanode/campaign/GCTZTt4MFf

Have fun!

Hello Humanode community members and friends!

Welcome Warden Protocol to our BotBasher family! They are utilizing BotBasher for a Sybil-resistant ecosystem.

Kicking off with a bang, Warden Protocol made its successful Galxe campaign, offering 1000 exclusive OG roles, Sybilproof through BotBasher verified roles. Best part? The initiative was a tremendous success, with all spots snapped up.

Read the full announcement: https://blog.humanode.io/warden-protocol-integrates-botbasher-for-sybil-resistant-ecosystem

Hello Human nodes, community members and friends,

📢 Calling out to journalists, writers, and researchers in the Humanode Community and beyond to join us in creating content for our official blog and news channels. We're seeking your participation in writing, sharing your work, and publishing with us. The stories selected for publishing will be commissioned, so don't miss the opportunity.

Interested individuals can apply here 👉 https://aqee5unzulv.typeform.com/to/cu3dFHLM?ref=blog.humanode.io.

For more details, please read our article👉 https://blog.humanode.io/an-invitation-to-journalists-writers-and-researchers/.

Humanode has partnered with Hybrid, an AI based EVM-compatible layer 1 chain. Leveraging our BotBasher, Hybrid ensures a bot and multi-account free airdrop process.

Read the full announcement here: https://blog.humanode.io/hybrid-partners-with-humanode-for-sybil-resistant-airdrops/

Join the action! Participate in the Hybrid Odyssey campaign to earn Hybrid points: https://galxe.com/Hybrid/campaign/GCR3qtwesV