Gm. Welcome back to our Weekly Updates. This edition's takes:

New Lens Protocol: TLDR ✍🏼
Farcaster App Frames 🖼
Fountain App 🖋
Percs Games Updates 🕹
Curator Collects: Meet Yoshiro Mare 🎶
Beer Taste: Singha from Thailand 🍻

New Lens Protocol: TLDR ✍🏼

We’re excited to share Lens V3 as a Developer Preview! This is all about migrating existing Lens apps to the new Lens network and welcoming new ones into the mix.

What’s Happening 👀

Lens is rolling out a robust infrastructure that eliminates single points of failure and external interference, allowing user-owned social apps to thrive.

Built on ZKsync and secured by Ethereum, the new Lens provides devs with a scalable platform that features low costs and a seamless user experience.

How It’s Happening? 🤯

The toolkit features modular components like Accounts, Usernames, Graphs, Feeds, and Groups, enabling developers to easily create customised applications.

New Lens Features: Network, Social Features, Devs Tools, SDK + APIs, Connect with any wallet, sign with email or mobile, Stablecoin Gas (GHO), Instant Bridging.

These elements enhance user experience while supporting community governance and monetisation opportunities, keeping users actively engaged.

Why It’s Important 😉

This upgrade empowers devs to build user-friendly apps that facilitate free social interactions while ensuring ownership and portability to users.

The introduction of Lens Storage Nodes enhances data integrity, giving users full control over their content.

Our Take 🤓

The new Lens Protocol is a game-changer for social apps. It provides the tools needed for devs to innovate and create engaging experiences that prioritise user ownership and community engagement.

Want to dive in? Check out the details here! Are you a dev? Check the Lens Network Developer Preview here

Now LFG!

Farcaster App Frames: Next Chapter 🖼

Tony D'Addeo, aka @deodad, recently dropped a draft spec for App Frames, set to replace Mini Apps. Here's the lowdown:

What’s Going On? 👀
App Frames aim to streamline the development and distribution of social apps within the Farcaster ecosystem and are set to replace Mini Apps. They allow seamless integration into feeds and hooks, leveraging user identity for authenticated actions.

What Problems Will This Solve? 🤯
By eliminating the need for allowlisting and improving performance, App Frames will enhance user experience and accessibility. Devs can create apps that prompt social actions without for instance sign-in flows, making interactions smoother.

Why It Matters 😉
This innovation is crucial for boosting daily active users (DAU) and enhancing in-app transaction experiences. With built-in social context and wallet integration, devs can create engaging, onchain experiences.

Our Take 🤓
App Frames are a game changer for Farcaster, simplifying app development and boosting user engagement. With no allowlisting and seamless integration, we can't wait to see the innovative creations that will emerge!

And the Good News?
Devs can expect an SDK and playground by 15th November (TODAY)! Are you ready to start building? Dive into the Spec here 💥

Fountain App🖋

What was missing in the Lens Garden? Yep, a Fountain! But not for water - a fountain of creativity, ideas, and thoughts. Wait no more...

Say hello to Fountain, the new blogging app on Lens, set to launch alongside the Lens Network!

Fountain aims to become your go-to spot for thoughtful writing and reading. It’s a space where creativity can breathe, free from distractions and noise.

It will turn writing into a rewarding experience, letting your ideas flow without interruptions. Plus, it’ll offer unique features and interactivity that only Lens can provide!

You’ll enjoy a reading journey that’s clutter-free, with comments from your followers enhancing your experience without pulling you away.

This app is all about building genuine connections. Every interaction will matter, and your audience will engage in meaningful ways that foster real relationships.

Now, writers hear us out - join the Fountain waitlist here to get ahead and go follow Fountain on Lens here!

Percs Games Updates 🕹

Our partners at @percs are revolutionising the gaming scene on Farcaster with their popular Guess the Movie Game! Here’s the latest on the GMG:

85 Movie Games and counting!
Approaching 22.5K total plays
3.5K unique players

As Guess the Movie Game continues to thrive, we’re seeing even more games powered by @percs emerge, like 𝗣𝗘𝗠𝗗𝗔𝗦/𝗕𝗢𝗗𝗠𝗔𝗦, a fun Math Quiz Game! Play it here 🤓.

They’re already on their 21st edition of 𝗣𝗘𝗠𝗗𝗔𝗦/𝗕𝗢𝗗𝗠𝗔𝗦—talk about massive adoption for Frame Games!

Exciting news: Percs is now open for game submissions! Want to create your own game? Apply here.

Want to Collab with Us?

Curator Collects: Meet Yoshiro Mare 🎶

This week, we’re featuring Yoshiro Mare, an Interdimensional Frequency Sculptor and co-founder of @Musica_W3.

One of the Lens community's favourites, Yoshiro Mare is passionate about restoring the value of music through conscious creativity, using 432 Hz music to raise awareness about addiction and mental health.

Recently, he spoke at Universidad ICESI about how blockchain is transforming marketing, finance, music, and art, alongside Ethereum Cali & Marketers Web3. Exciting projects are on the horizon for 2025!

What is Música W3?

Música W3 a community of independent Latin American musicians focused on promoting onchain music and education. They aim to create a collaborative network that supports the sustainability of independent artists.

Yoshiro Mare - a musician, founder, AI player.... What else, mate?

Check out Yoshiro's latest post on Lens: "Dropping today my genesis piece on DRIP HAUS 💧" here.

Go follow @yoshiromare on Lens and learn more about Música W3 here.

*Original post from Yoshiro Mare* *here*

Beer Taste: Singha from Thailand 🍻

Are you still in Bangkok for Devcon? While we couldn't make it, here’s some beer advice for those at Devcon: Singha Beer, Thailand’s original premium brew.

History
Founded by Phraya Bhirom Bhakdi in 1933, Singha has become the most-loved premium beer in Thailand, proudly featuring the royal Garuda symbol.

Cultural Impact
More than just a beer, Singha is part of Thai culture, enjoyed during family gatherings, street food outings, and celebrations like Songkran. Its rich flavour pairs perfectly with spicy dishes, making it a favourite for locals and tourists alike.

Partnerships
Singha has made its mark globally, sponsoring Chelsea F.C., MotoGP, and even theatre productions, enhancing its presence in sports and culture.

Our Favourite
Singha Reserve, a full-bodied lager with a 5.3% ABV, offers a richer flavour profile with hoppy and floral notes.

To all our friends at Devcon, grab a Singha after those crypto events and enjoy a taste of its vibrant culture! Cheers! 🍻

***Touching grass is better with Singha***

And that's it for today!

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New Lens Protocol | Farcaster App Frames | Fountain App | Percs Games Updates | Meet Yoshiro Mare & Singha Beer