ETHChicagoans,
Did you get enough sunlight this summer? Are the winds of seasonal change creeping up on you yet? This time last year, the ETHChicago team was furiously scrambling to put together a jam-packed weekend of talks, workshops, and networking at Willis Tower. The enthusiasm that was built off of that first year conference led directly into this community newsletter. We're thrilled that you are still with us!
This week, Chicago is playing host to the DNC. With crypto a hot political topic this election cycle, we are deep in the trenches spreading the crypto gospel. Make sure you join us tomorrow for CryptoDNC, a two-part networking and evening dinner event!
Traditionally, the end of the summer season also marks a renewed focus on crypto markets. Last year, as Base's onchain summer concluded and narrative excitement about Solana picked up, a new crypto bull market quickly picked up steam. As this summer has languished in relative political purgatory, the fall season may yet signal a return of enthusiasm. Ethereum L2s continue to grow in transaction volume and locked value, while reducing gas fees to fractions of a penny. This is an exciting development for those building fully on-chain social platforms and games.
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Summer vacation over. Crypto szn here. Here are your headlines from the ETHChicago team:
Pop-Up Village Roundup
Upcoming Events
Cyberjam's Creator Spotlight: Mie
Pop-Up Village Roundup
The ETHChicago team has been bullish on pop-up villages since the beginning of the year. First highlighted in this ETHChicago article and podcast episode, the concept has materially gained traction over the past 8 months. There are now multiple new villages proposed around the world almost every month. For a deeper analysis of pop-up villages, check out Jon Hillis' fantastic article below:
As we've evangelized our experiences at these events to the local community, we've heard a desire to learn more and get involved. Here are a few highlights coming up later this year:
Builder Monastery
Dates: September 16 to October 7, 2024
Location: Ericeira, Portugal
Edge City Lanna
Dates: October 10 to November 10, 2024
Location: Chiang Mai, Thailand
ZuGarden
Dates: November 10 to 30, 2024
Location: Thailand, exact location TBD
Zu-Grama India
Dates: Q4, exact dates TBD
Location: Bangalore, India
For more comprehensive listings, check out the links below:
https://www.zuzalu.city/dashboard/home
Upcoming Events
Aug 21 - CryptoDNC
Aug 21 - CryptoDNC Evening Social
Aug 22 - Dosas 'n Crypto
For a full list of upcoming community events and to submit your own event, check out our Luma calendar below:
Cyberjam Creator Spotlight: Mie
At just 28, Maggie Schmidt, better known as Mie, has turned her tumultuous past into a force of artistic brilliance. From a strict upbringing filled with psychological challenges to a breakthrough artistic awakening, Maggie's journey is nothing short of extraordinary. Her EP "Alchemy" isn't just music—it's a powerful testament to survival and healing, inspiring countless others to find their own strength.
But Maggie’s impact goes beyond art. She’s now the face of a groundbreaking campaign, blending technology and philanthropy to promote blood donation in a way you’ve never seen before.
Ready to dive into Maggie’s captivating story of resilience and creativity? Click below to read JP Miller's full piece and discover how she's turning pain into power.
Until next time,
The ETHChicago Core Team
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