# ETHChicago Monthly - July 2024

> The best of web3 news and events in the Midwest

**Published by:** [ETHChicago](https://paragraph.com/@ethchicago/)
**Published on:** 2024-07-23
**Categories:** community, news, events
**URL:** https://paragraph.com/@ethchicago/ethchicago-monthly-jul2024

## Content

GM ETHChicagoans, Happy ETH ETF day! Today, Ethereum ETFs officially start trading on US stock exchanges. We are cautiously optimistic that the US political tides are shifting towards a more welcoming stance to crypto. Appropriately enough, one of the best way to track sentiment is via Polymarket, a crypto-based prediction market startup that has found product-market fit in the election betting space. After doing record volumes last month, Polymarket is bound to be a big topic of discussion during the November elections. Uma Roy @pumatheuma I've checked Polymarket every single day since the debate. First crypto app that I interact with on a daily basis and hear about in regular conversation with normal friends. Dylan Field @zoink watching Polymarket odds update live is so wild 391 1:56 PM • Jul 21, 2024 Our team spent last month participating in diverse ecosystem events like Web3Con, ZuBerlin, Edge Esmerelda, and ETHCC. Crypto events, particularly the emergent pop-up village concept, have a reputation for being on the cutting edge of in-person experiences. Over the next year, the ETHChicago team is excited to share more about these experiences and bring that energy back to the midwest. Stay tuned! Tomorrow, we have the privilege introducing you to the Base ecosystem at our Chicago Tech Week event at 1871. Stop by and learn about the latest and greatest being built out in Coinbase's blockchain ecosystem! Here are your headlines from the ETHChicago team: Field Notes from Web3Con Upcoming Events Cyberjam's Creator Spotlight: Midnight Dawning Field Notes from Web3Con Dive into Katia Kobylinski's captivating insights from Chicago’s first-ever 'AI Week', where she represented ETHChicago and discussed the transformative power of blockchain in emerging markets. Learn how blockchain is reshaping financial inclusion, combating climate change, and empowering underbanked communities worldwide. Don't miss out on this eye-opening article that explores the intersection of AI and Web3 and showcases real-world impact stories from industry leaders. https://medium.comField Notes from 'Web3Con' During Chicago's Very First 'AI Week': Blockchain for Impact and... At the end of June, Chicago staged its inaugural 'AI Week' that brought together industry leaders, innovators, and experts from all around the world to discuss the latest and greatest in AI. The last... Upcoming Events July 24 - A Based Evening: Bringing the Base Blockchain Mainstream https://lu.maA Based Evening: Bringing The Base Blockchain Mainstream · Luma Join us for "A Based Evening," an exclusive event designed to introduce the revolutionary Base blockchain to a mainstream audience. This exciting gathering... July 30 - Decentralympics: A Rooftop Gathering for Chicago's Web3 COmmunity https://lu.maDecentralympics: A Rooftop Gathering for Chicago's Web3 Community · Luma Chicago, IL - Join us on Tuesday, July 30th, 6-9pm for an event that brings together Chicago's Web3 friends for a night of team games, creative thinking, and... For a full list of upcoming community events and to submit your own event, check out our Luma calendar below: https://lu.maETHChicago Events · Events Calendar View and subscribe to events from ETHChicago Events on Luma. Cyberjam Creator Spotlight: Midnight Dawning Explore JP Miller's latest piece on Midnight Dawning, a groundbreaking event series uniting artists and technologists. Founders Allen Vandever, Robert Chesbro, and JP Miller are reshaping Chicago's creative scene by hosting events that blend art, tech, and live performances. Learn how this dynamic trio is fostering collaboration and pushing the boundaries of what's possible with mixed reality experiences and interactive installations. Mark your calendars for the next event on August 3rd at the Phygital Gallery and witness the future of creativity and technology firsthand! https://jpzxyz.hashnode.devCyberjam Creator Spotlight: Midnight Dawning Building Intersections for Artists and Technologists Midnight Dawning (@MidnightDawning00) is changing how art and technology come together. The event series is breaking barriers between artists and technologists to elevate collaborative outcomes. T... Until next time, The ETHChicago Core Team Stay up to date with us on social: X: (@0xETHChicago) Instagram: (0xETHChicago) Warpcast: (ETHChicago)

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