The RSS3 Foundation Letter - July 2024

Dear RSS3 Community,

As we surge into the heart of summer, our efforts this July have mirrored the season's energy and intensity. With the Production Mainnet on the horizon and our community's dynamic presence at pivotal events around the globe, we've truly embodied the spirit of Open Information.

Most Important Metric

• Open Web Activities on DSL: 2,376,361,796
• Number of DSL Requests: 382,700,460

Dev Progress

• Production Mainnet launch is coming up
• To prepare for Production Mainnet launch, we introduced a Python SDK, and an updated JS/TS SDK, https://docs.rss3.io/guide/for-developers/sdks
• To prepare for Production Mainnet launch, we rebuilt the documentation site from scratch to improve developer experience, start building with RSS3 now: https://docs.rss3.io/
• OpenAgent has a brand new architecture, building Web3 x AI is easier than ever, learn more: https://docs.rss3.io/guide/artificial-intelligence/openagent
• Four new REPs are progressing, they will shape the future of RSS3 Network, join the discussions: https://forum.rss3.io/

Marketing and Ecosystem Progress

• Structured Scroll data is streamed to AI, Social, and Search DApps via RSS3 DSL. Access real-time transaction visualization at RSS3 Explorer.
• We attended EthCC 2024 and co-hosted the Web3 x AI Meets event with Fabric, Masa, and Sentient, featuring many insightful sessions.
• Discover more about platformless media in Open Information Initiative's latest update: The Great Shift.
• RSS3 DSL has been upgraded to v1.0, inheriting the merits of v0.4. It combines ultrafast structuring performance with scalable coverage of Open Information and is designed with decentralization in mind, reducing operational costs for RSS3 Node Operators.
  • We encourage all developers to begin the migration process today. For detailed guidance, refer to our parameter-by-parameter migration guide: Migration Guide.
• We’ve joined the NVIDIA Startup Inception Program to accelerate the development of our Open and Verifiable AI training infrastructure.
• Our documentation has been upgraded. Check it out at RSS3 Docs.
• Our CTO, Henry, participated in a Spaces event hosted by OKX, discussing "What are the Limits to Scalability?" alongside Artela, Polygon, Sei Network, and Reforge.
• Our Community Lead, Jeff, invited Michel, VP of Global Partnerships & Investment at AIOZ Network, to discuss "Why DePIN For Web3 AI."
• Our Superhuman Zoe was invited by TinTinLand to participate in their roundtable discussion titled "Exploring Career Prospects: Where are the 'Stars and Sea' of the Web3 Industry.”
• Read "How the Open Web Revolution Is Bridging Web3’s Promises and Reality" to explore how the Open Web offers a fresh approach to digital freedom and innovation. Read the article.
• A new proposal, REP-26, aims to simplify delegation by introducing a single Chip representing one delegated position, reducing technical hurdles and improving user experience. Join the discussion: REP-26 Chip Mechanism Upgrade.

Get Involved!

• 💰Unlock Opportunities with the Open Information Grant! We’ve taken transparency to the next level by moving our application and review processes entirely online. Participate in shaping a digital future that’s open to all on our Forum. Apply now and make a difference!
• 🌟 We're Hiring! RSS3 is on the prowl for extraordinary talent. Join us as an AI Engineer, a Blockchain Engineer, or a Golang Backend Engineer. Ready to make a big impact in the Open World? We’d love to have you on board—apply today!
• 💡Got a bright idea or feedback? We’re all ears! Elevate our community by sharing your thoughts on our Community Forum.

Some Comments

As we prepare to launch our Production Mainnet, we reflect on a month filled with progress, partnerships, and community engagement that have all pointed us toward this imminent milestone. Your active participation and support continue to propel us forward into new realms of possibility. Let’s turn the anticipation into action as we stand on the threshold of a transformative leap for RSS3.

Best,

Zoe and the RSS3 Foundation