• EigenLayer announces EigenCloud, introducing Ethereum-secured cloud compute

• Fileverse launches dSheets for decentralized spreadsheet collaboration

• Multiple token launches (SPK, INK, JPMD) focus on usage, transparency, and integration

• U.S. Senate passes GENIUS Act supporting blockchain education

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It's refreshing to see an explicitly non-governance token (constituent parts of the superchain don't really get a choice in this)! L2s are suited as resellers of blockspace to accrue revenue that can be shared through tokens as one of the few uses that can't just be supplanted better by Ether. I really hope that's what this token does! (wen exit window)"

@inkonchain launched $INK, a token designed to support onchain publishing and creator tooling. The model avoids speculative token mechanics, emphasizing functional use over governance rights. This reflects a broader trend toward application-aligned utility tokens in the Ethereum ecosystem.

Ethereum developers will meet in Core Devs Call #214 to evaluate Glamsterdam proposals and reflect on recent discussions in Berlin. This call is part of Ethereum's routine decentralized governance process. These structured updates help maintain transparency and coordination across teams.

Protocol Guild published its twelfth onchain roster, now featuring 190 supported contributors. The initiative ensures funding continuity for core Ethereum contributors. It strengthens contributor alignment and incentivizes long-term maintenance of base layer infrastructure.

Nethermind released dashboards detailing which builders produce which blocks and which relays they use. This data helps demystify block production patterns and MEV extraction. It equips validators and staking providers with clearer insights for optimizing relay strategies.

A new visualization interface from Nethermind organizes block builder economics into an accessible layout. Users can track changes over time and assess builder centralization risks. These tools enhance transparency and decision-making in the Ethereum relay ecosystem.

Researchers demonstrated a method to use a single private key across both Pallas and Ed25519 elliptic curves. This enables cross-chain identity and signature systems between Ethereum, Mina, and Solana. It opens paths to more secure and unified cryptographic identities.

Fileverse launched dSheets, a decentralized spreadsheet tool integrated with wallet-based permissions. The tool supports collaboration among DAOs and decentralized teams. It demonstrates a growing ecosystem of productivity applications tailored for Web3.

EigenLayer announced EigenCloud, offering decentralized container compute and object storage secured by Ethereum restakers. This product expands Ethereum's role in decentralized infrastructure beyond finance. It marks a strategic push into sovereign cloud alternatives.

Spark Protocol released $SPK without a presale, using it to distribute protocol revenue and user incentives. The launch avoids speculative dynamics while tightly integrating utility into Spark's lending ecosystem.

CoinDesk and Aave introduced the CoinDesk Overnight Rate (CDOR), a benchmark for stablecoin interest rates. CDOR derives from Aave's onchain lending data. This creates a transparent and native alternative to traditional finance benchmarks like LIBOR.

Paddle Battles partnered with Glodollar to run stablecoin-based game competitions. Players stake stablecoins for a chance to win in verified challenges. This shows how digital dollars can support new types of economic games and community participation.

Obol Collective now supports over 600 Distributed Validator Technology (DVT) operators on mainnet. Thousands more participate via testnets. These metrics show increasing interest in decentralized and fault-tolerant validator setups.

Cantina released an incident response protocol for Ethereum smart contracts and DAOs. The system supports decentralized coordination during protocol emergencies. This improves the ecosystem’s ability to respond to attacks and security failures in real time.

The Ethereum Foundation hosted App Builders #9 focused on "The Verifiable Internet." Participants explored zero-knowledge proofs, verifiability, and new DA solutions. These meetups encourage knowledge sharing and experimentation in Ethereum’s app layer.

vLayer convened a roundtable with zkP2P and earnOS to discuss zk ecosystems. Builders shared insights on proof generation, privacy UX, and protocol architecture. These cross-project discussions help shape shared infrastructure strategies.

Starknet launched Cairo Coder, a utility for generating code snippets in its native language. The tool helps lower the barrier to entry for Starknet development. It reflects growing demand for improved dev tools in ZK-based ecosystems.

The INK Foundation published a statement explaining its long-term vision for the $INK token. Its mission is to support rights management and publishing tools for Web3 creators.

JPMorgan announced the launch of JPMD, a tokenized U.S. dollar product on Base. The asset is backed by Treasuries and fits into JPM's Kinexys initiative. This marks a major step in traditional financial institutions adopting Ethereum L2s.

One unnamed L2 handled 1.3 billion transactions and 4.5 million contract deployments in just 60 days. The scale suggests increasing throughput across Ethereum's scaling layers.

StarkWare announced a delegation program for token holders to participate in protocol governance. It aims to increase community involvement and distribute voting power. This supports long-term decentralization and more inclusive decision-making.

Fuel Network shared its rollup analytics via public dashboards on Dune. Users can now track usage metrics and validator behavior. This transparency helps assess adoption and performance of UTXO-based rollups.

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