Dear RSS3 Community,

This November, we celebrate not just a milestone, but an evolution in our journey toward a truly open web.

Most Important Metric

• Number of Requests: 394,724,404

Dev Progress

• RSS3 Node v1.2.0 released, with ActivityPub (which covers Mastodon) and NEAR support. Learn more: https://rss3.io/blog/en/rss3-node-v1-2-0-release
• REP-40 which includes some adjustments to our Whitepaper is now final.
• The Explorer now shows more detailed metrics regarding RSS3 Network: https://explorer.rss3.io/stats

Marketing and Ecosystem Progress

• Open Is Born

We’re beyond excited to announce that RSS3 has joined forces with RSSHub and several other critical technical modules to form the OPEN Ecosystem!
- Open is a compute infrastructure that bridges high performance compute onto blockchains, delivering scalability and verifiability to AI, DeSci, and beyond.

• Learn more about Open:

  • [Official Blog]
  • [Official Website]
  • [Twitter]
  • [Introductory Video]

• Introducing the Open Virtual Machine (OVM): Enabling the first truly open AI on Arbitrum. [Learn more].

• Devcon Bangkok

  1. Open #AI Launch Party:

- We kicked off the Open #AI Launch Party during Devcon Bangkok, co-hosted with Arbitrum and Aethir. The event was electric, bringing together top representatives from Thailand's leading exchange Bitazza, local university blockchain clubs, influencers, and global Web3 & AI gurus from Arbitrum, Aethir, DeGPU, User-owned AI, AI Economy, AI Infra, and Data sectors. Open's stealth AI product demo was also unveiled!
1. Open House Bangkok:

- We brought Open House to Bangkok at the Google Bangkok Thailand Office, with strong support from Google Cloud. We brought together Bitkub, Web3 x AI experts, and Farcaster founders. Key panels included:
1. “DePIN for AI: Building the Next-Gen Cloud Service” featuring Gensyn, Hyperbolic, Aethir, and Fluence.
2. “What is Open AI?” with Open Ledger, Sensay, and Pond.
3. “Decentralized AI: The Power of Permissionless Intelligence” with Openmind, Fabric, and Google Cloud.
4. “AI x Web3: Shaping the Future of Consumer Apps” featuring YGG, ethOS, Polygon, Bitkub, and Nuffle Labs.
5. The event concluded with an inspiring talk from the Farcaster Founders.

1. We sponsored Near Protocol’s flagship event [REDACTED], where our founder Joshua took the stage and shares valuable insights on data as a foundational element in Web3.
2. We proudly sponsored AI After Hours, a networking event hosted by Hyperbolic, bringing together thought leaders in AI and Web3.
3. We were a key sponsor of Arbiverse, Arbitrum’s premier event focused on ecosystem growth and development.
4. We sponsored “Shaping the Future of Open AI” hosted by Open AGI Summit, shared our expertise on the convergence of AI and decentralization, driving forward the conversation on the future of open AI.
5. Our DevRel, Jeff, participated as a speaker in HackQuest’s Web3 Dev Huddle, discussing "Gateway to Web3" and key tools for developers.
6. We sponsored the vibrant Degen Night at MUIN, hosted by OKX OS and Hooked Protocol, creating a lively space for networking and collaboration.
7. At DePIN Day Bangkok, hosted by Fluence, we contributed as both a partner and speaker, sharing insights on the real-world foundations of AI and its intersection with decentralized technologies.
8. Our founder, Joshua, was a speaker at the DeAI Summit, hosted by Open Ledger and NEAR, where he shared his vision for the foundational needs of AI.
9. We co-hosted the Future of Socials & AI event with Fabric Ventures, Near Protocol, OpenSocial, Spheron, Open, and Livepeer. Our team participated as speakers in the panel discussion “The Perils & Pitfalls of AI’s Role in Social”

• More Updates
  1. Our Ecosystem Advocate, Jacques Whales, represented RSS3 as a speaker at Crypto AI:CON Lisbon, delivering compelling talks on “Tokenomics and the Future of Crypto Valuation” and “Under the Hood of AI: Technical Foundations”.
  2. RSS3 Node v1.2.0 was released, expanding the network’s coverage and improving efficiency. Read more.
  3. The Open Information Initiative Grant continues to support the open community. Check out the latest proposal from the grant’s applicant: Bloom Grant Application.
  4. The State of RSS3 Q3 Report is out! We are officially the largest decentralized information network, processing data from traditional and niche internet sources, including Web3 and social platforms. We’re happy to share our journey with you and proud to reflect on how far we’ve come. Read the report.

Get Involved!

• Join the Open Movement:
  With the launch of Open, there are numerous ways you can get involved and contribute to the movement:
  • Developers: Dive into the Open ecosystem by exploring our newly released RSS3 Node v1.2.0 and utilizing the Open Virtual Machine for your projects. Your innovation will drive the future of decentralized applications on the Open Web.
  • Thought Leaders: Share your insights and expertise by participating in our ongoing discussions and REP proposals. Your voice can help shape the trajectory of Open and its foundational principles.
  • Community Enthusiasts: Connect with us at upcoming conferences and workshops to learn more about Open and share your experiences with the community.
  • Advocates for Decentralization: Help us spread the word about the benefits of Open and the importance of data sovereignty and decentralized infrastructures. Every conversation you have adds to the momentum.

Some Comments

The launch party in Bangkok was a resounding success, but it was just the beginning of what we have planned. This soft start paves the way for a series of updates and expansions that will continue to unfold in the coming months. As "Open" evolves, we are dedicated to not only maintaining but accelerating our momentum. We are preparing to introduce more innovative features and broader integrations that will further enhance our ecosystem and expand the capabilities of the Open Web.

This evolution is a call to action for each of us. As we forge ahead, let’s harness the enthusiasm and insights from our vibrant community to ensure that Open not only grows but thrives. Your involvement is key to navigating this exciting new chapter. Together, we can push the boundaries of what's possible, making the Open Web accessible to all and not just a privileged few.

Let’s continue this journey with the same spirit of innovation and collaboration that has brought us to this point, making the Open Web a living reality that benefits everyone, everywhere.