August was a transformative month for the Metis ecosystem, filled with major milestones, new integrations, and exciting developments. From Chainlink’s CCIP integration to the launch of our first Quadratic Funding round, the Metis community has been buzzing with activity. In this wrap-up, we highlight the key events that shaped August and set the stage for even more major developments ahead.
Dive into this blog to catch up on all that happened in the Metis ecosystem.
Metis has integrated Chainlink’s Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP) on its mainnet. This enables secure cross-chain messaging and transfers between Ethereum and Metis, with plans to add more blockchains and tokens in the future. CCIP unlocks various cross-chain use cases for Metis, including decentralized exchanges, cross-chain lending, and DAO voting. Furthermore, the integration includes support from Transporter, a secure bridging app powered by CCIP, to enhance liquidity within the ecosystem and scale DeFi and other dApps on Metis.
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Aave, the leading lending DeFi protocol, is integrating METIS as collateral, enhancing the utility of METIS tokens and capital efficiency for users. This integration allows Metis users to collateralize their METIS tokens with a 30% loan-to-value (LTV) ratio, enabling them to borrow up to 30% of their METIS collateral's value. Benefits include increased borrowing power, improved liquidity management, and cost-efficient transactions, making the lending and borrowing process more flexible and economical on the Metis network.
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We are excited to announce the Metis Quadratic Round #1 on Gitcoin Grants Stack hosted on the Metis network. This curated round will spotlight innovative projects focused on driving development within the Metis ecosystem, backed by a matching fund of over 3,000 METIS (worth 100,000 USD). The donation period is set for September 10th-26th, 2024. This programmatic approach involving the community reflects our commitment to Metis’ vision of creating a shared network ownership for better scalability and decentralization on the Ethereum network.
MetisChamps reward distribution is complete! Congratulations to the top 3 performers who have received their rewards from Metis and our campaign partners. Special rewards have also been distributed to those who participated in at least 35 games—thank you all for your participation!
HashKey is set to become Metis' first independently-run Decentralized Sequencer node operator. This development aligns with the goal of creating a decentralized Layer 2 that empowers contributors through network ownership, impactful governance roles, and revenue-sharing.
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We introduced a new grant framework to facilitate the transition from our previous centralized grant processing to a Governance-based system. This update provides a comprehensive overview of the grant application process, detailing the roles and responsibilities of the Metis Foundation, P1X, account managers, grant processing partners, and grant seekers. Additionally, it highlights the critical role grants play in achieving our strategic objectives.
Metis Grant Framework
Hercules has announced an exciting UI upgrade and a new feature! Introducing the revamped Swap User Interface and Limit Orders. Metis users can now enjoy a more user-friendly trading experience, with the ability to trade instantly or automatically at their set targets. Read more click
DeFi Kingdoms' PvP combat is nearing its launch on Metis, and they've kicked off a playtest weekend for content creators, offering early access to stream their gameplay. This exclusive opportunity allowed creators to try out the new features and share their experience, plus honest feedback.
Follow DFK on X https://x.com/DeFiKingdoms
Koris recently wrapped up the Metis X Creator campaign, where X content creators were encouraged to showcase their creativity by producing content for the Metis ecosystem, with 32 METIS up for grabs. The campaign concluded on September 1st.
What's next for Koris? Stay tuned by following them on social media to keep up with all the latest updates.
What is Koris > https://stream.koris.io/
Víctor Muñoz from our Developer Relations team explored Web3 development with Pavel Sinelnikov, Developer Relations Lead at ZKM. In this episode, they delved into the key strategies for building a thriving developer community in the fast-paced Web3 space, offering valuable insights and practical advice on everything from grassroots initiatives to global developer support. This is an episode you have to watch! Watch now
Catch the recording of our live workshop where Metis Dev Rel Victor and API3DAO Dev Rel Billy dive into how Oracle Extractable Value (OEV) revolutionizes onchain liquidations using API3's decentralized data feeds. This is a must-watch for anyone looking to enhance their DeFi strategies with cutting-edge tech.
Tune in to the Metis and DeFi Kingdoms X Space to get the inside scoop on DFK’s upcoming PvP launch on Metis! Plus, learn about the weekend’s early access gameplay for gaming creators. Tune in: https://twitter.com/i/spaces/1OyKAZzggoyGb
If you missed our X Space with the grant team, don't worry—you can catch up right here! We had an insightful discussion with Andrei and Daryl from the Metis grant team, along with Sov from Gitcoin. They covered everything you need to know about how the community can get involved in the Metis grant process and how builders can engage with the new grant framework. Tune in here!
1. Growfitter
Growfitter is India's largest wellness platform, using machine learning to motivate healthy lifestyles and revolutionize the health, wellness, and insurance industries.
2. Hercules
Hercules is a first community-first capital flexible DEX developed with multiple tools to support the next generation of builders who look for sustainable liquidity in Metis Network
MaiaDAO is a community-owned DeFi suite with a Concentrated Liquidity AMM and a ve(3,3) DEX deployed on Metis.
4. Scoremilk
Scoremilk is a platform where you can play browser-based games against real opponents. Compete, win, and earn real money—it's all about skill and taking home the prize!
5. WAGMI
The WAGMI protocol is a decentralized exchange with advanced liquidity provision strategies, leverage, and GMI mechanics.
Congratulations to all the top dApps in August! Ready to take your innovation to the next level? Metis offers a powerful platform for building groundbreaking applications, supported by our new grants program and strategic partnership with Gitcoin. By developing on Metis, you can tap into unique incentives like Builder Mining Rewards and Gitcoin Grants, offering support and funding for your projects.
Dive into the grant framework and start building on Metis today.