Solana Transactions can now live anywhere.
PLUS: Decoding MEV Bots, Decentralized AI, and more.
Solana’s new “blinks” dropped last week, and it’s nothing short of incredible. The homies at Solana cooked up something amazing, giving us the ability to bring Solana anywhere on the internet.
Blockchain links, or "blinks," let you complete on-chain transactions on any website that can display a URL. Just click a link and boom, you're transacting on the Solana network. Wallets like Backpack and Phantom will let you know about the transaction you’re about to perform, making everything smooth and user-friendly.
This framework allows for deep integrations with the Solana blockchain across various platforms, turning every corner of the web into a dApp. Imagine being able to do transactions directly from social media posts, mobile apps, QR codes, links, buttons, and more. The creative space for Blinks is vast and largely unexplored.
Take advantage of this - we’ve linked the article for you (and trust us, you’ll want to check out the video introducing blinks too).
Post that, take your time to dive into the rest of this issue - and as always, don’t forget to like, share, and comment if you enjoyed it 👇
🔗 How MEV Bots Work
This article dives deep into the world of MEV bots, explaining how they make millions through arbitrage, sandwich, and liquidation strategies.
🔗 Vesting: The Good Practices
Understanding vesting is crucial for anyone looking to be a founder. Discover different vesting models, the importance of transparency, and tips to avoid common pitfalls.
🔗 Decentralized Artificial Intelligence (DAI): A New Horizon
Decentralized AI could revolutionize industries by making AI more accessible and secure. Dive into the potential of DAI to democratize data, reduce bias, and create a more transparent AI ecosystem.
🔗 Don’t Trust, Verify: An Overview of Decentralized Inference
Decentralized inference transforms AI by ensuring that data processing is secure and trustworthy. Uncover decentralized inference's mechanisms, benefits over traditional methods, and real-world applications.
🔗 State of Solana DePIN 2024
Catch the latest developments in Solana’s decentralized physical infrastructure networks (DePIN) and how they’re an exciting use case of blockchain with lots of ground to cover.
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Web3 Jobs & Internships
🔗 Circle: Blockchain Developer
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Location: Remote
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Description: Analyze, strategize, and optimize with Aave’s DeFi protocols. This role is perfect for someone who lives and breathes decentralized finance.
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Location: Remote
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🔗 Patterns for Agentic AI in Multi-Agent Systems
Explore key patterns for developing agentic AI in multi-agent systems, offering practical insights for creating more efficient and intelligent AI frameworks.
🔗 Stock API Landscape
Get a comprehensive overview of the current stock API landscape, providing valuable tools and information for developers looking to integrate financial data into their projects.
🔗 Building a Telegram Bot with Python: A Comprehensive Guide
Learn how to build a Telegram bot using Python with this detailed guide, perfect for developers looking to enhance their skills and create functional bots.
🔗 From Bots to Mini-Apps: Unveiling Telegram’s Web3 Ecosystem
Discover how Telegram is integrating Web3 technologies, transforming its platform from simple bots to a thriving ecosystem of mini-apps.
🔗 Building a Decentralized Brain with AI and Crypto
See how blockchain can enhance AI's capabilities, ensuring data privacy and decentralization.
Key Thought Leader: Stani Kulechov
Stani Kulechov, the founder and CEO of Aave, has made significant strides in the DeFi space, particularly in decentralized lending. Beyond his role at Aave, Stani is a vocal advocate for education within the Web3 community. He actively contributes to the learning and growth of the ecosystem by sharing his knowledge through various channels, including talks, interviews, and social media.
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