Welcome back to another edition of Based Weekly. This week’s packed with exciting announcements—from Coinbase Traders’ high-yield opportunities to Tingz rewriting the rules of game creation. Whether you’re building on Base, exploring decentralized InfoFi, or diving into attention markets, we’ve got the latest insights to keep you ahead of the curve. Let’s dive in!
Base is redefining creativity with their brand co-creation project! They’ve kicked things off by taking the square—representing building blocks, blank canvases, and pixels—and invited 10 talented artists to reimagine it for Base. In collaboration with @notbylght, @GraphixArtiste, @hahajohnx, @__NUMBER3, @MaxVOAO, @darioalva1, Crystal Zapata, and you, Base is building their brand in the open.
Over the coming weeks, they’ll share progress, inspiration, and ideas shaping the future of Base.
Join the journey at here and be a part of this creative evolution!
Exciting news for Coinbase Traders! As announced by @coinbasetraders on May 30, you can now earn an impressive 12% yield on up to $100K $USDC in your Perpetuals portfolio, with 4.1% on any amount above that. Plus, enjoy zero trading fees on Coinbase Advanced. This is a fantastic opportunity to put your capital to work and maximize your returns. Get started today!
Optimism is fueling innovation across the Superchain ecosystem! As shared by @Optimism on May 28, they’ve rewarded over 500 builders with 60,815,042 OP tokens (valued at approximately $67.5 million) since 2022 through their Retro Funding program.
If you are building on @base...or anywhere on the Superchain, @unichain, @soneium, @world_chain_, @inkonchain, @modenetwork, @build_on_bob, and more—you could be next!
OP Atlas offers tools like the Optimism Grants Claim (OG-C) and Easy Retro Funding to help you access grants for DeFi, gaming, AI, and more. Check out the opportunities HERE and start building today!
@BackedFi announced on May 28 DeFi enabled Tokenized stock! The tokenized stock $wbCOIN is live on @MorphoLabs , enabling users to access the wbCOIN/USDC market on @base. You can borrow @USDC against $wbCOIN at an 86% loan-to-value (LTV) ratio, with the market curated by @Re7Labs. This integration leverages Morpho’s secure, audited infrastructure on Base, offering a seamless way to unlock liquidity from tokenized assets. Learn more about @MorphoLab’s lending protocol and how it enhances DeFi capabilities!
@cookiedotfun is revolutionizing the creator economy with its permissionless InfoFi layer, and this week marked a major milestone! The data layer behind @cookiedotfun became a shared, open resource—no gatekeepers, no permissions needed. Now, anyone can access the “Top Voices” data to identify top creators across multiple timeframes for any project. This transparency led to organic action: @yellowcatdao airdropped $50K in $KET tokens to the top 25 contributors based on year-to-date analytics, while @eth_milano announced exclusive perks like limited-edition merchandise and VIP party access for its top voices—all without any integrations or coordination.
Cookie.fun's Bubble Maps (Social Graphs) also gave creators a real-time view of their influence, showing who they impact and how their voice travels, sparking massive engagement across Crypto Twitter (CT). Referral links further amplified this, revealing how value spreads through trusted networks, onboarding an impressive 56,000+ Snappers in just one week! The Smart Feed and Top Voices leaderboard highlighted key contributors like @S4mmyEth, @emilyxlai, @Defi0xJeff, and @waleswoosh, who drove meaningful dialogue, alongside core team members @fwielanier and @St3cu. By making metrics like smart followers and social proximity publicly visible, Cookie.Fun has shifted the paradigm—empowering creators to own their insights and proving that decentralized InfoFi is not just a concept, but a transformative reality.
Not on Cookie.Fun yet? Now’s the perfect time to join the decentralized InfoFi movement! Use these access codes to get started: https://www.cookie.fun/LQhZnTMV, https://www.cookie.fun/hIXX9JEH, https://www.cookie.fun/hrIQhvI9, https://www.cookie.fun/bCCxCR8l, https://www.cookie.fun/GL8DMsN2, https://www.cookie.fun/6aODr6oK, https://www.cookie.fun/6iF3a1yt
Plus, check out the Cookie Club—a free-to-join program packed with perks. By becoming a member, you can earn rewards by referring others, stake your $COOKIE to earn APY, and gain access to exclusive airdrops, creator insights, and more. Sign up today using this referral link and start unlocking the benefits:
https://cookie.community/staking?r=goyabean
@virtuals_io is on fire and shows no signs of slowing down! Their recent launches have been a goldmine, with many seeing over 100X returns. The largest Genesis launch yet was $SOLACE, shipped by a UC Berkeley team that took first place in the Virtuals Hackathon. Solace, your emotionally intelligent AI companion (@solacelaunch), offers 24/7 empathetic support, mood tracking, and wellness tools—perfect for complementing mental health care.
The tremendous activity these launches bring is clear: @jessepollak even shared that @base sustained ~1,000 TPS during a Virtuals launch, highlighting the intense demand.
Investors committing Points and VIRTUAL to earn Agent Tokens have seen jaw-dropping ROIs—many at +1,000%, with some hitting +8,000% or more! Check out this awesome Dune dashboard by @JDHyper to explore fun stats like the value of virgin points and more.
Meanwhile, @basednouns might finally get a token after two years—a recent proposal in the DAO suggests merging a NOUN into an AI agent with a Genesis launch. Will the community rally to make this a reality?
Last but not least, Virtuals has launched a referral program—join in and earn rewards by signing up HERE: https://app.virtuals.io/referral?code=e47hGw
@HashedEM announced on May 30 the launch of IncuBase, a 4-week virtual incubator program in partnership with @base to empower early-stage onchain startups across India, Africa, and APAC. Kicking off June 2, IncuBase is designed for Base Batch graduates ready to ship, grow, and raise. The program offers:
Workshops: Covering MVP design, token strategy, go-to-market (GTM) plans, and pitch crafting.
Mentorship: Guidance from top founders and investors.
Demo Day: A chance to pitch to Coinbase Ventures and Base partners.
This is a prime opportunity for builders to accelerate their projects and connect with industry leaders. Learn more:
@CryptoStatuette shared on May 26 that their popular guides, previously only available on the @base Discord, are now published on @paragraph_xyz for easier access due to community demand. The two guides—Build on Base: Builder Toolkit and Baseline: Ideation Framework—are designed to help builders create impactful projects on Base. Whether you’re just starting out or refining your ideas, these resources provide actionable insights to fuel your onchain journey. Check them out at:
These aren't just docs, they're tools put together by people who want to see you win! Whether you're a beginner or a veteran, everything here is built to make your path to onchain success smoother and more fun.
Building onchain isn't just about shipping fast, it's about solving real problems for real people. Here's a quick guide that can help you spark the right idea and find a product-market fit, rooted in accessibility and Based values.
@jessepollak highlighted on May 26 the exciting developments in onchain attention markets on @base, spotlighting @qrcoindotfun, @aux_xyz, and @zora for their innovative approaches. QRcoin (@qrcoindotfun) runs a daily auction for a single ad slot, creating a distribution chain where winners like @reserveprotocol see their engagement double—think likes, retweets, and replies soaring in just 8 hours! AUX (@aux_xyz) operates a continuous curation model, where users pay ATTN tokens to post and upvote content, climbing a leaderboard for maximum visibility, blending paid influence with social status. Meanwhile, Zora (@zora) introduced a feature where top holders of a post can pin a comment, combining QRcoin’s auction mechanics with AUX’s continuity for every piece of media on their network. These projects are protocolizing attention onchain, moving beyond offchain analytics to create new engagement models. Curious to dive deeper? Check out the article Concentrated Attention Markets to explore how these projects are reshaping attention dynamics from different angles:
@blackmirror_xp announced on May 20 that @netflix's iconic dystopian series Black Mirror is evolving into a transmedia ecosystem with the upcoming $MIRROR token, powered by KOR Protocol. This token aims to put the franchise's future in the hands of its community, marking a new chapter in onchain entertainment. You can register for the $MIRROR airdrop now at http://blackmirrorclub.com and join the movement!
Additionally, the Black Mirror Council is forming, seeking 5-10 motivated individuals to shape this onchain reality. Think you have the reputation to earn a seat at the table? Apply here: https://forms.gle/ZBU8JuC4R6gseoYb8. This is a unique opportunity to influence the next phase of Black Mirror—don’t miss out! Learn more about the Social ID NFT, Smile Club perks, and how the ecosystem spans EVM and Solana blockchains in the full announcement.
Tingz is shaking up the gaming world with its AI-powered vibe coding infrastructure, as announced recently! This platform lets anyone turn simple text prompts into playable games, creating worlds that adapt and economies that evolve—all with minimal transaction fees and endless possibilities. Whether you're a gamer, creator, or dreamer, Tingz empowers you to build interactive experiences without technical barriers, fostering a new creator economy where your imagination drives engagement. The public launch countdown has officially started, and Tingz will soon be live on @indiedotfun. Get ready to explore early tools, hidden features, and lifetime perks for early adopters—apply for access at http://www.playtingz.com and join the future of no-code game creation!
That’s a wrap for this week’s newsletter! From Coinbase Traders’ high-yield opportunities to Tingz’s game-changing vibe coding platform, the onchain space is buzzing with innovation. We’re excited to keep bringing you the latest updates, launches, and opportunities to help you navigate this dynamic ecosystem. Be sure to subscribe to stay in the loop and never miss an edition.
Stay Based!
-Goyabean
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