Welcome to Superchain Sunday - our weekly newsletter! Every Sunday, we will provide you with the latest news and updates in the world of the Superchain.
The OP Stack accounts for over 57.4% of all Layer 2 transactions. The Superchain sees 12.1M daily transactions, 53.5% of all Layer 2 transactions. The network boasts 769 Unique Apps, contributing to the Optimism Collective. It is estimated that 479.9 ETH will be contributed to the Optimism Collective in April. Data Fetched from the Superchain Health Dashboard.
Zora launched their network token $ZORA, marking a key milestone for the Zora ecosystem. The token has a total supply of 10 billion, with 10% allocated for a retroactive airdrop to reward creators, traders, and users who supported the network’s growth. Zora has rapidly grown into a popular onchain social network, with over $153 million in transaction volume, more than 440,000 unique coins minted, and over one million active traders.
The platform empowers creators by converting their content directly into tradable assets, enabling them to retain ownership and control. With a community of over 103,000 creators who have collectively earned more than $579,000 in rewards, Zora continues to attract significant engagement. You can check your eligibility for the $ZORA airdrop here.
Worldcoin adoption is accelerating across Asia, notably in Japan, South Korea, and Singapore. In Japan, World ID integrations include collaborations with major firms like Hakuhodo, aiming to eliminate fraud in digital advertising, and popular apps like SARAH and Tokyo BEAST, which seek protection against bot interference. Meanwhile, in South Korea, adoption strategies involve partnerships with local initiatives such as SuperWalk, increasing Orb accessibility at public venues, and community-focused events promoting proof of human technology.
Singapore has seen significant adoption through strategic collaborations, including partnerships with hospitality brand Habyt and a global initiative with gaming giant Razer to prioritize genuine human engagement in digital environments. Additionally, events like Sneaker Con have showcased Worldcoin's potential to combat bot interference. This growing momentum is creating a positive cycle: as more individuals become verified, businesses and communities are increasingly recognizing the value of a reliable proof of human solution. Read the full details here.
Lisk has partnered with Binary Holdings to integrate dApps into telecom platforms across Southeast Asia. This collaboration will introduce blockchain-powered services through Binary Holdings' "OneWave" platform, making DeFi and other blockchain services directly accessible to over 160 million users in Indonesia and the Philippines. Users can now interact with blockchain seamlessly within telecom apps, using the native cryptocurrency BNRY tokens for everyday transactions such as mobile data purchases.
The strategic partnership emphasizes simplicity and practical adoption of blockchain technology, targeting regions with limited traditional financial infrastructure. Lisk aims to significantly boost real-world blockchain usage through user-friendly interfaces, promoting a frictionless entry into Web3 services. Learn more here.
Mint Forest V3 has officially launched, significantly evolving from its previous iteration into a full-scale, interactive Web3 ecosystem. The new version allows users to grow from nurturing a single digital tree to developing an entire customizable forest, engaging users through activities like daily check-ins, task completion, and collecting Mint Forest Energy (MF). Players advance through 10 distinctive regions, including DeFi Pumpkin, DAO Town, and NFT Garden, each unlocking unique gameplay, rewards, and ecosystem perks such as airdrops, special NFTs, and early access to new projects.
Social interaction also plays a major role, with users able to visit friends' forests to steal energy, send rewards, and expand their Forest Social Circle. Additional features such as animal breeding and a comprehensive in-game shop will be introduced soon, further enriching user experience and community interaction. Begin your immersive Web3 journey by exploring Mint Forest V3 today.
Throughout April, Cyber's Earthlings campaign encouraged users worldwide to showcase their eco-regenerative actions as part of the CommitWTF campaign. Participants demonstrated creative, sustainable efforts designed to inspire eco-mindfulness and highlight the importance of environmental responsibility.
Outstanding efforts are now being recognized with special rewards, and submissions remain open. Users can participate by linking a single thread that captures all their Earth Month activities. Celebrate your eco-achievements and submit your entries to the Earthlings' Choice Awards here.
Optimism has officially scheduled the Isthmus hard fork activation for May 9, 2025, at 16:00:01 UTC. This maintenance upgrade (Proposal #15a) ensures smooth coordination with Ethereum’s Pectra update, set for May 7. The upgrade includes critical technical adjustments such as the absolute prestate updates for OP Mainnet, Ink, Unichain, and Base, alongside a key fix for the "incorrect blob preimages" bug.
All Optimism node operators and chain participants must update their infrastructure accordingly to maintain compatibility and security. Essential updates include new versions of op-geth, op-node, op-batcher, and op-challenger. This upgrade ensures Optimism’s ongoing network stability, further securing its integration within Ethereum’s evolving Layer 2 landscape. For detailed instructions and technical specifications, visit the Optimism Governance Forum here for more details.
The Superchain has grown to 31 different OP Chains, each with its flourishing Ecosystem. These are some extra stories to make your Sunday that much more Super.
