Humanode: Humanode chain achieves 100% self-sufficiency, The validators pool expanded to 1K & the rules updated, Nibru x Humanode, Orbofi and Vent Finance integrated BotBasher, The Biomapper Saga on Galxe was a blast, Biomapper workshop, Founders talk took place, Tune in to the Galxe Radio Show on Mar 21 spotlighting Humanode, and more!
Biweekly update vol.70, 6th March — 20th March
TL;DR
Hello, human nodes! This report provides an overview of the main news, development updates, and recent events within the Humanode ecosystem. Let’s start!
First, the Humanode chain has reached a significant milestone by achieving self-sufficiency, signaling the network’s ability to sustain itself independently. This crucial moment in Humanode’s history is attributed to the rise in HMND price and increased network activity, enabling Humanode to cover 100% of validator node subsidies through transaction and bio-authentication fees.
Moreover, Humanode is expanding its validator pool, increasing subsidized spots from 150 to 1,000, with ambitious plans to eventually reach 10,000 validators. This expansion presents new opportunities for individuals interested in participating as validators, aligning with the project’s goal of becoming the top decentralized network globally. Alongside this expansion, the team has updated validator rewards rules to ensure fairness and proper recognition of validators’ efforts and performance.
On the development front, progress is evident across various aspects of the project. The Substrate has seen updates, with v0.9.43 nearing completion and preparations underway for the transition to Polkadot SDK v1.0. Rigorous testing of Biomapper SDK Mock contracts is ongoing to enhance reliability and integration experiences for developers. Additionally, enhancements in the OAuth 2.0 Service will provide users with real-time insight into online visitor numbers, improving user experience. Progress continues on Biometric Server 2.0 discussions, aiming for enhanced security and functionality of private biometrics. Efforts are also underway to integrate more biometric providers, enhancing decentralization within Humanode’s biometric infrastructure.
As for partnerships, Nibiru has collaborated with Humanode to revolutionize its airdrop processes. By incorporating Humanode’s crypto-biometric technology and BotBasher, Nibru ensures a Sybil-proof airdrop mechanism. As a result, over 151,000+ unique individuals have earned the ‘Likely Human’ role, effectively eliminating bots and multiple accounts that often exploit airdrops. Humanode has teamed up with Orbofi, an ultimate AI-generated content engine for web3, games, and every online community. Orbofi is using Humanode BotBasher to ensure Sybil-resistant in its Discord. Also, Vent Finance, a prominent community crowdfunding ecosystem facilitating compliant token sales of high-quality projects, has integrated Humanode’s BotBasher.
In terms of awareness and events, the Humanode team engaged with the community in a Founders Talk session on Discord, discussing current developments, and goals. The Galxe Radio Show, scheduled for March 21st, will spotlight Humanode, offering insights into the project’s innovative approach. Listeners can also participate in the GalxeOAT giveaway for a chance to win Smart Balance. Furthermore, the team is organizing a workshop on Humanode Biomapper this Saturday at 3 PM UTC (https://t.me/humanode/1184). This workshop focuses on deploying Sybil-resistant DApps and creating smart contracts using Humanode Biomapper. Participants will explore theoretical concepts and engage in practical exercises using the Biomapper SDK. Save your spot!
Additionally, the Galxe Biomapper Saga has concluded successfully, with thousands of participants joining the campaign and receiving rewards proportional to their contributions.
That’s all for today. See you in two weeks!
Main News
🔺Humanode chain achieves self-sufficiency
Due to the HMND rising in price somewhat, and more importantly due to more activity on the network, for the past weeks, Humanode has been able to cover 100% of the fees required to subsidize the validator nodes on the Humanode Network from transaction fees and fees for bio-authentication!
For the first time in Humanode history, we can claim that we have a self-sufficient network!
In the meantime, if you are not yet a Humanode validator, and would be interested in becoming one, this may be the chance for you to learn more about how you can become a human node.
🔺Expanding Humanode validators pool and updating the rules
The team is increasing Humanode’s number of subsidized validator spots from 150 to 1,000, intending to eventually reach 10,000. This expansion opens up new opportunities for anyone interested in becoming a validator.
They are moving towards becoming the top decentralized network in the world. Right now, Humanode is ranked third on the Nakamoto coefficient.
They’ve also updated the validator rewards rule to better match the effort and performance of Humanode validators. New rules make sure being a validator is fair and rewarding for everyone.
Read the full announcement for more details on the new rules and become a human node here.
🔺Humanode Biomapper & SDK
Recently, Humanode Biomapper has officially been released to all those who develop on the Humanode chain.
The release comes with the official documentation and an SDK which includes smart contracts that can be used to quickly add Biomapper functionality to your services and DApps.
This is an exciting development, as it is yet another step forward in one of Humanode’s major goals to provide secure and private Sybil-resistance to Web3 services and DApps. It will take a little more time to conclude the agreements and setup to allow Biomapper to function cross-chain, but that is coming next!
🔺A comprehensive look at the Humanode ecosystem
It includes a range of partners across various sectors such as DeFi, wallets, exchanges, gaming, bridges, L1/L2 ecosystems, and much more.
Development
🔺 Blockchain Progress
Over the last week, the dev team has been dedicated to Substrate updates. v0.9.43 is nearing completion. For the update to Polkadot SDK v1.0, they will switch to an alternative approach to maintaining the forks via patchlists. For a detailed breakdown, head over to Humanode GitHub.
🔺 Tests for Mock Contracts in Biomapper SDK
The team is writing tests for Biomapper SDK Mock contracts to ensure robustness and reliability. By rigorously testing these contracts, they aim to provide developers with a seamless integration experience.
🔺OAuth 2.0 Service Counter
In the OAuth 2.0 Service, users will soon be able to view the number of online visitors directly on the interface. This feature provides real-time insight into user engagement, enhancing convenience for a smoother experience.
🔺 Vortex Tiers Structures
Discussions have been underway regarding the tier structures within Vortex, Humanode decentralized governance entity, particularly focusing on Proof-of-Time (PoT) and Proof-of-Devotion (PoD) mechanisms and how they affect proposition rights and validator fee set.
🔺 Biometric Server 2.0
Progress continues on the discussions of Biometric Server 2.0, paving the way for enhanced security and functionality of private biometrics.
🔺 Contacting New Biometric Providers
The team is fully immersed in the exploration of integrating more matching and liveness detection providers to enhance decentralization within Humanode’s biometric infrastructure. In line with this commitment, they’re actively reaching out to selected biometric providers for collaboration.
🔺 Mainnet Site Localization PoC
The team has made a proof of concept for localizing the mainnet site, aiming to cater to a broader global audience. Significant advancements have been made over the past week in this endeavor.
🔺 Frontend Refinements
They’ve fine-tuned the mainnet website and BotBasher landing page, refining user experience and accessibility. Check out counters, showcasing stats such as 2.2M bioverifications and BotBasher integration across 530 servers.
Roadmap 2024
Recently, Humanode unveiled its roadmap for the year 2024, outlining a comprehensive plan of action. The roadmap not only details the current initiatives but also leaves room for the incorporation of novel ideas, features, and applications throughout the year.
Humanode Bot Basher
🔺Understanding BotBasher’s Biometric Privacy and Security Approach
Curious about how BotBasher protects your biometric data? Dive into Humanode’s blog post to explore the advanced security measures they implemented.
🔺 BotBasher now protecting 530+ Discord server communities
Integrate BotBasher to your server: https://botbasher.humanode.io/
Partnerships
🔺 Humanode x Orbofi
Humanode has teamed up with Orbofi, an ultimate AI-generated content engine for web3, games, and every online community. Orbofi is using Humanode BotBasher to ensure Sybil-resistant in its Discord.
In celebration of this integration, Orbofi has launched a special Orbofi x Humanode AI Agent Generation contest on Orbofi Discord, inviting the community to engage in creative tasks, showcase their use of Orbofi AI in crafting narratives or concepts inspired by the Humanode, and be rewarded with Orbofi ($OBI) and Humanode ($HMND) tokens as well as Tokenizing their creation as NFTs on multiple chains.
Join the Contest here: https://discord.com/channels/935221939797127309/1014178486451175444/1219664195377823805
🔺Nibru x Humanode
Nibiru is setting the standard high with its Sybil-proof airdrop using Humanode’s crypto-biometric tech and BotBasher.
151+K unique humans have already earned the ‘Likely Human’ role.
Saying goodbye to bots and multiple accounts spoiling airdrops.
🔺Vent Finance integrated Humanode BotBasher
Vent Finance, a community crowdfunding ecosystem that simplifies participation in compliant token sales of high-quality projects, is using Humanode BotBasher to allocate a unique Human-only ‘Human verified’ role to the real community members and aims to use it for upcoming community campaigns.
To become ‘Human Verified’ in Vent Finance’s Discord:
1. Click ‘Linked Roles’ in server settings.
2. Choose the ‘Human Verified’ role.
3. Complete a 15-second, private face verification. That’s it, you’re verified!
Humanode Mainnet
Humanode is the first crypto-biometric blockchain network where one human = one node = one vote that brings Sybil resistance and innovative governance models to the crypto industry using biometric technology.
Be sure to claim tokens as you need some to deploy the node:
- Launcher: https://launcher.humanode.io
- Guides (Validator and Token claim): https://gitbook.humanode.io/mainnet-guide/
- In-depth docs: https://gitbook.humanode.io/docs/
🔺 Humanode explorer by Subscan
🔺 Humanode Explorer by Subscan — How does it work
Humanode EVM
🔺 EVM compatibility on Humanode
After extensive testing on the Humanode EVM Testnet “Israfel”, the team has incorporated feedback and made the necessary adjustments. With the success of the public testing phase, Humanode EVM is now ready for mainnet action.
- For the devs out there: the Humanode network now supports dApps and smart contracts developed in Solidity and other EVM-compatible languages. The seamless integration means you can now deploy your smart contracts directly onto the Humanode chain.
- Users: Swap HMND for eHMND and transfer eHMND using popular EVM wallets, including MetaMask.
Awareness & Events
Workshop on How to Utilize Humanode Biomapper for Sybil-resistant DApps and Smart Contracts
The team is organizing a workshop on Humanode Biomapper this Saturday at 3 PM UTC.
This workshop focuses on deploying Sybil-resistant DApps and creating smart contracts using Humanode Biomapper. Participants will explore theoretical concepts and engage in practical exercises using the Biomapper SDK.
Post-workshop, a contest will be held where participants can showcase their skills and win prizes.
- 1st Prize: 1000 HMND
- 2nd Prize: 600 HMND
- 3rd Prize: 300 HMND
What to Expect?
Deep Dive into Biomapper: Understand the basic workings of Biomapper technology.
Hands-on Experience: Get practical with Biomapper SDK and learn to integrate biometric capabilities into your projects.
Q&A Session: Have your queries answered by Biomapper developers.
Who Should Attend?
Blockchain enthusiasts, developers looking to explore the potential of Humanode technology in deploying Sybil-resistant DApps, and anyone intrigued by the potential of Biomapper technology.
Date: Saturday 23rd March, 2024
Time: 3 PM UTC
Location » https://link3.to/e/B7WraY
🎙 Tune in to the Galxe Radio Show on March 21st, spotlighting Humanode, the first cryptobiometric network where every individual counts as a node.
Participate in the GalxeOAT giveaway — 50 lucky listeners could win 2 USD in Smart Balance each!
🎙️ Founders Talk
Last Friday, the Humanode team discussed Biomapper, current developments and goals, and more.
Date: Friday, March 15th
⏰ Time: 13:30 UTC
📍 Venue: 📻 Humanode Radio on Discord (https://discord.com/invite/8my5gbgptx)
Listing
HMND is listed on KuCoin and Bitmart, BingX, SimpleSwap, and Lunar Crush.
In the meantime, here are a few reminders to all:
- HMND cannot be traded on any DEX at the moment.
- The only places you can buy HMND at this moment are KuCoin and BitMart, SimpleSwap, BingX, and Lunar Crush.
- ALWAYS check the official announcements.
The links to the trading pages:
🔺KuCoin: https://link.humanode.io/trade/kucoin
🔺BitMart: https://link.humanode.io/trade/bitmart
🔺SimpleSwap: https://simpleswap.io/coins/humanode
🔺CoinEx:
🔺Lunar Crush: https://lunarcrush.com/coins/hmnd/humanode
🔺BingX: https://announcement.coinex.com/hc/en-us/articles/21134832899476-CoinEx-Will-List-HMND-on-Nov-22 https://support.bingx.com/hc/en-001/articles/17928663093017-BingX-Spot-Adds-Humanode-HMND-Trading-Pair
Galxe
The Humanode Biomapper Saga on Galxe was a blast
The Humanode Biomapper Saga on Galxe has wrapped up, marking the end of an intense three-week campaign 🌟
A big thank you to all 18K+ participants who joined us on this journey.
✨Highlights of the campaign:
-A total of 505 Biomapper questers stood eligible.
-322 LP Staking questers received a bigger share of $HMND.
-Congratulations to the 525 $WOOFIE and 535 $HPEPE airdrop recipients.
The largest $eHMND share, 248.1059767 $eHMND, goes to the participant with 280 full points across all 9 campaigns, while the smallest share is a respectable 66.45695804 eHMND.
🏆Here’s how the team rolled out the rewards:
All 18K participants received 1 $HMND, which they can use to run a node on the Humanode network.
Only participants who successfully completed the Biomapper, 505 in total, stand eligible for rewards.
The team distributed rewards proportionally, based on the points each eligible participant earned.
Rewards are directly sent to your EVM addresses, no need to claim.
MISC
- An invitation to journalists, writers, and researchers: Calling out to journalists, writers, and researchers in the Humanode Community and beyond to join Humanode in creating content for its official blog and news channels. The team is seeking your participation in writing, sharing your work, and publishing with Humanode. The stories selected for publishing will be commissioned, so don’t miss the opportunity. Interested individuals can apply here. For more details, please read this article.
- Scam alert: there is a Humanode Hub named group with a different handle. Check humanode.io for links.
- Humanode invites all of you to join the official Humanode Dev group in Telegram. This group is your hub for connecting with like-minded developers, builders, coders, and innovators, sharing your ideas, and contributing to the world of Humanode’s crypto-biometric technology.
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