Acala Bulletin: June-July
Welcome to the second edition of our bi-monthly bulletin. We’re excited to bring you the latest updates and milestones from the past two months. Our team has continued to push the boundaries of innovation, and we’re eager to share our progress in ecosystem initiatives, product enhancements, partnerships, and technical developments. Join us as we explore what’s new in our ecosystem and how we’re striving to deliver even greater value and services to you.
Ecosystem Initiatives
EasyA App
Partnership with the EasyA App to launch Acala challenges as part of the #180DaysOfPolkadot. All skill levels are welcomed to learn how to build on AcalaEVM+, climb the leaderboards, and get rewarded.
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Integration with Hydration
Token integration of LDOT and ACA on Hydration is complete, allowing users to bridge assets from Acala to Hydration and vice-versa using either the Acala or Hydration bridge. Pools have been created and incentivized pools are just around the corner!
Integration Details
Mimir Integration
Multi-sig features provided through our partnership with Mimir are now available for Acala and Karura Network. Secure your wallets with top-of-the-line multi-sig protection.
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ACA Burns
We’ve experienced some of the largest ACA burns to date, with over 500,000 ACA burned in the months of June and July. Burns happen periodically and are derived from unspent ACA, a portion of protocol fees and governance votes.
Burn Details
JitoSOL Soft Launch + Pool Launch
The soft launch of JitoSOL had taken place in late June. This phase aimed to further test and ensure a smooth experience from start to finish for users. After a successful soft launch, the full launch of the JitoSOL single-sided staking pool followed.
JitoSOL Pool Launch Information
Soft Launch Information
Sinai Upgrade (Explainer Video)
Watch co-founder Bette Chen explain the future of Acala in the Acala 2.0 Sinai upgrade video. Topics include the three tracks of the Sinai Upgrade, UAH 1-click experience, LSTFI ecosystem, JAM development, and a Q&A session.
Watch the Full Video
Technical Updates
XCQ Concept Proof Completion
We’ve completed the proof of concept for XCQ. This advancement strengthens our foundation and pushes the boundaries of what’s possible in our ecosystem. Dive into the full details of this project here.
Chopsticks Enhancements
Our team has made significant strides in improving Chopsticks. The release of Version 0.12.2 has brought crucial updates, followed closely by Version 0.13.1, which fixes the creation of the simulated block hash and enhances error messages for a more seamless experience. Explore the latest updates:
Polkadot and Kusama Bridge Support
We’re actively discussing how Chopsticks can support the bridge between Polkadot and Kusama, further integrating and enhancing our network capabilities. Read more about these discussions and their potential impact here.
EVM Tracing and Runtime API Improvements
We’re enhancing our EVM tracing interface and utilizing the new runtime API to boost Chopsticks functionality. These improvements are aimed at providing a more robust development environment. Find out more about our ongoing efforts:
Polkadot Ecosystem Cross-Chain Testing
Our involvement in the Polkadot ecosystem cross-chain testing project underscores our commitment to interoperability and seamless blockchain interactions. Stay updated with the progress and participate in the project discussions here.
HTTP Upstream Node Support
We’ve introduced support for HTTP upstream nodes, enhancing our network’s infrastructure and capabilities. This update is part of our dedication to continuous improvement and expansion. Learn more about this enhancement here.
For more comprehensive technical documentation, visit our Technical Documentation or check out our Acala JS Example for practical insights.
