Hey Cardanians! Welcome aboard the Weekly Cardano Digest #32!!

We've filtered through all the noise to distill crucial updates into a breezy, 5-minute read. No need for you to sift through endless info — we've got you covered. Ready to delve into this week's top Cardano news? Let’s dive in.

Here are the topics of the week:

• Web3 Event “Argentina Digital Nation” Takes Place in Buenos Aires This Wednesday

• Xerberus Partners with Nuvola Digital to Enhance Risk Rating Services on Future Layer1 Network

• Brazil Hosted Blockchain.Rio, Latin America’s Largest Technology Event

• Cardano Nears Chang Hard Fork with Node 9.1.0 Release

• Weekly Development Report

• & More!

This newsletter is segmented into categories of less technical news topics to those that are more technical, in an effort to make it easier for our readers to follow. The first category will focus on news involving the Cardano ecosystem, while the second category will focus on projects that have been announced recently. The third category, which will be found towards the end of the newsletter, will focus on the most technical topics.

This week on Cardano…

Web3 Event “Argentina Digital Nation” Takes Place in Buenos Aires This Wednesday

The event that will showcase Argentina’s entrepreneurial leadership and potential for blockchain innovation is only two days away! This Wednesday, Argentina Digital Nation (ADN), a Web3 event focused on Government, Education, Business, Finance, Culture, Society, and Innovation will take place at the Hilton Hotel in the Buenos Aires neighborhood of Puerto Madero. 

The event, organized by the Latam Cardano Community, will center around three key concepts: Argentine DNA, freedom through technology, and innovation at a governmental level. Argentine DNA (or ADN in Spanish), is a reference to the country’s leaders and entrepreneurs, who have shown resilience, dedication, and creativity in the technological sector.

The gathering will also feature panel discussions with keynote speakers from Argentina’s public and private sectors, as well as important figures from the blockchain industry abroad. Exclusive networking sessions will also be held, providing opportunities for professionals from various sectors to exchange ideas and form potential alliances. The event will conclude with a keynote speech delivered by Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson.

The event foresees the attendance of approximately 600 professionals from various sectors of the country and abroad, ensuring an intimate environment for the exchange of ideas and the creation of strategic alliances. ADN is designed to attract key figures and opinion leaders in the fields of technology, politics and entrepreneurship, providing a unique platform for deep discussions and meaningful collaborations. READ MORE

Xerberus Partners with Nuvola Digital to Enhance Risk Rating Services on Future Layer1 Network 

Xerberus, a risk rating protocol, has established a strategic partnership with Nuvola, a platform that democratizes access to decentralized network rewards. The collaboration aims to improve the accuracy and reliability of Xerberus' risk ratings on its future Layer1 Network by leveraging Nuvola's advanced node infrastructure.

Nuvola offers a crowd-share model that enables users to participate in decentralized networks without requiring technical expertise. By acquiring 10 Xerberus nodes, Nuvola will contribute to the decentralized computation of risk ratings, enhancing the system's transparency and security. The platform operates a network of servers across Europe, North America, and Asia, ensuring high performance and security for its users. Nuvola’s $NVL token simplifies participation in decentralized networks, making it accessible to a wider audience.

This partnership will benefit Xerberus users by providing more accurate and reliable risk data. The partnership also introduces an incentive program where holders of $NVL tokens will earn $XER tokens, fostering a deeper integration between the two communities. By integrating Nuvola's infrastructure, Xerberus aims to create a more robust and trustworthy risk assessment platform for the crypto market. READ MORE

Brazil Hosted Blockchain.Rio, Latin America’s Largest Technology Event

Last week, Blockchain.Rio, an event serving as an innovation hub for blockchain technology and digital finance, took place in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The event featured a comprehensive agenda with leading industry experts and educators driving innovation in a future tokenized economy.

This gathering proved to be Latin America’s largest technology event, garnering over 300 speakers from some of the strongest entities in the ecosystem, including Bitget, Binance, Input Output Global, the Hyperledger Foundation, among many others. 

Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson delivered a keynote address, outlining his vision for the future of blockchain. He emphasized the importance of identity, privacy, and interoperability in driving mainstream adoption, citing the Midnight Network as a prime example.

Hoskinson also highlighted the evolution of blockchain technology, from early cryptocurrencies to the current focus on governance and identity. He also confirmed that the fourth generation of blockchain would be the industry’s final stage. READ MORE

Cardano Nears Chang Hard Fork with Node 9.1.0 Release

Cardano is inching closer to the highly anticipated Chang hard fork with the release of Cardano Node 9.1.0. This latest node version marks a crucial milestone, as it includes all necessary features for the upcoming upgrade.

Node 9.1.0 introduces a new Conway genesis file, a vital component for the Chang hard fork. Additionally, it incorporates bug fixes and enhancements to improve overall performance and compatibility.

Intersect has confirmed that the recently released Cardano Node 9.1.0 marks the final technical step before the implementation of on-chain decision-making. This aligns with the vision outlined in the Voltaire era, which aims to introduce governance and treasury management to the Cardano blockchain.

Stake Pool Operators (SPOs) and other key stakeholders in the Cardano ecosystem are urged to upgrade to Node version 9.1.0. This upgrade is essential for the upcoming Chang hard fork, which will introduce on-chain governance. Once a sufficient number of SPOs and exchanges have completed the upgrade, a proposal to trigger the hard fork will be submitted. READ MORE

Weekly Development Report

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🎊 A Message from Lucas 🎊

Argentina Digital Nation is THE DAY AFTER TOMORROW! Time really flies when you are working around the clock to organize an event that will showcase the innovative essence of Argentina to the world!

This Wednesday, more than 600 professionals will gather at the Hilton Hotel in Puerto Madero here in Buenos Aires and participate in an event meant to exhibit the country’s entrepreneurial leadership and resilient spirit and, how these qualities, paired with the right opportunities and the use of technology, can boost innovation at a national and global level. 

It’s amazing how many renowned speakers will be joining us from around the world to share their knowledge on blockchain technology and open the door for conversation around adoption and innovation. Tickets are now sold out, but make sure to follow ADN’s social media to get the latest updates and information.

–Lucas Macchiavelli