Layer 2 Network & Technology - Gate 交易所推出基于 OP Stack 构建且完全兼容 EVM 的 Layer 2 网络 Gate Layer [1] - Gate Layer 使用 GateChain 作为结算层，并通过 GT 质押来增强稳定性 [1] Tokenomics & GT Token - GT 将作为唯一的 gas 代币 [1] - GT 维持“定期回购销毁+链上燃烧”的双重通缩模型 [1] - GT 的累计燃烧率达到 60.18% [1]

Program Overview - The DeFi Builders Program on Polkadot Hub is officially launched, targeting builders who continued development during the bear market [1] - The initial cohort is limited to 5 teams to ensure in-depth, hands-on support [1] Support and Resources - The program offers mentorship from experienced builders [1] - Capital and Go-To-Market (GTM) support will be provided [1] - Participants will gain significant visibility within the Polkadot ecosystem [1] Technology and Future Development - The program supports EVM-compatible and scalable solutions [1] - A builder-first chain is launching soon [1]

Project Launch - Binance HODLer Airdrop launches its 32nd project, Plume (PLUME), an EVM-compatible blockchain for Real World Assets (RWA) [1] Listing Information - Binance will list PLUME at 23:00 (UTC+8) on August 18, 2025 [1] Trading Pairs - Trading pairs with USDT, USDC, BNB, FDUSD, and TRY will be available, subject to Seed Tag trading rules [1]

Technology & Development - SonicLabs Testnet 2.1 launched, Pectra-ready and EVM-compatible [1] - The new testnet boasts speeds of up to 400,000 TPS (transactions per second) [1]