Hedera Ecosystem Flourishes with New Developments and Recognition from US Government

Greetings Hash Gazette Readers!

It's that time of the week again, and we've got some spicy updates from the Hedera ecosystem! We promise not to disappoint, so let's get right into it.

This week we cover:

• Hedera (HBAR) Recognized by US Government for Advancing Human Rights"

• 🚨HashPack v7.1.1 Released: Your Crypto Just Got Saucier🚨 

• DOVU Goes Decentralized

• HIP-694 Brings Real-Time Events to JSON-RPC Relay  

• Fresh Supply Co Migrates to Public Hedera Network to Digitize Food Production and Trade 

• Hedera and Tribex collaborate to launch education program to bridge Web2 and Web3: Details 

• Citadel Walletn Pre-order Launch: The Ultimate Hardware Wallet for the Hedera Network 

• Hedera Sentient Launches Refer-A-Friend Program with Perks for Traders 

• NFT Project of the Week!

Hedera (HBAR) Recognized by US Government for Advancing Human Rights

In a press release shared by the State Department, Hedera has been recognized as one of the 150 companies committed to advancing democracy by using blockchain technology to advance human rights, transparency, and sustainability. The protocol plans to coordinate the role of blockchain by inviting companies, trade associations, advocacy groups, academics, and government officials to convene a roundtable featuring thought leaders, publicly share a summary of the discussion, and make recommendations for next steps. This recognition has positioned Hedera as an important tech outfit to drive social change, which has pushed its native digital currency, HBAR token, on a bullish path. While the commitment to the U.S. State Department may not necessarily drive the growth of Hedera directly, it will definitely emphasize its importance as an agent for change. 

🚨HashPack v7.1.1 Released: Your Crypto Just Got Saucier🚨 

Great news, fellow crypto enthusiasts! HashPack has just released version 7.1.1 with some awesome updates. The update fixes the CoinGecko price feed issues, adds token icons, and even improves scam memo detection. So, if you're tired of falling for scams, this update is definitely for you. 

But that's not all! The update also adds prices for SaucerSwap LP tokens, which means that your crypto is now officially saucier than ever before. And if you're wondering how they did it, they ditched CoinGecko API and started using @SaucerSwapLabs HBAR price. Genius! 

If you're an iOS user, you'll be happy to know that the update fixes the password input issue when using PIN+biometric security option. And for all mobile users, the update will be applied automatically. 

So, what are you waiting for? Restart your browser (and possibly your whole computer) to get the latest extension updates and enjoy your saucy crypto! 

Hold up there is more from Hashpack this week! 

250k Accounts Created - Are We Impressed Yet?" - That's right, HashPack has hit a quarter of a million account creations! But, as the wise saying goes, it's not just about the size of the boat, but the motion in the ocean. So, let's dive into the real numbers and see what's important. With an impressive four billion $HBAR held in user wallets, and nearly 150k accounts with an active balance, it's clear that HashPack is leading the way in the Hedera ecosystem. Plus, with millions of dollars in TVL enabled and an essential HashConnect library used by 99% of Hedera applications, it's no wonder that HashPack is providing excellent customer experience and accelerating adoption of the ecosystem. So, are we impressed yet? Absolutely! 

DOVU Goes Decentralized

DOV Token Becomes Governance Token for DOVU.Earth!" - Big news for the DOVU community! The DOV token is now the governance token for DOVU.Earth, aiming to foster a more decentralized and democratic environment for decision-making. With over 70% of the token supply now in the hands of the community, it's time to take the next step towards a more community-driven approach. Decentralized governance allows DOV token holders to have a say in the project's development, promoting transparency, fairness, and community empowerment. Plus, with the introduction of a user-friendly platform, a proposal submission process, a transparent voting system, and DOVU Improvement Proposals, the community can participate actively in shaping the future direction of DOVU.Earth. So, if you're a DOV token holder, it's time to visit the governance platform and have your say! 

HIP-694 Brings Real-Time Events to JSON-RPC Relay

Say Goodbye to Constant Querying!" - If you're a developer building applications on the Hedera Network, then you'll be happy to know that Hedera Improvement Proposals HIP-694 is finally here. This new feature introduces real-time notifications whenever an event of interest occurs, which means no more constant querying for newly created contract logs! The JSON-RPC Relay will keep an open WebSocket connection and send data to clients as soon as it's available. Plus, with a unique subscription ID to distinguish data from different subscriptions, users can subscribe to new contract logs filtered by a single contract address, multiple addresses, and/or topics. Let's give a round of applause to the Hedera Network for making developers' lives easier! 

Fresh Supply Co Migrates to Public Hedera Network to Digitize Food Production and Trade 

Fresh Supply Co (FSCO), the largest user of Mastercard Provenance, has migrated from the private Mastercard blockchain to the public Hedera network. FSCO is digitizing food production and trade, enabling complete transparency and deep, verifiable data for financiers by tokenizing assets and events throughout the agrifood supply chain at scale. Through this, parties throughout the chain can prove quality, specification, and sustainability, enabling rich data for financiers to substantiate cash flows. FSCO is migrating the whole of its existing business onto Hedera, leveraging the Hedera Consensus Service and Hedera Token Service. They decided to leverage Hedera for the maturity of the Governing Council, the ability for low, fixed costs, and the ecosystem goal of making ESG reporting credible. 

Hedera and Tribex collaborate to launch education program to bridge Web2 and Web3: Details 

Are you a developer looking to make the leap from Web2 to Web3? Well, Hedera and Tribex have got you covered! The two blockchain powerhouses have collaborated to launch an education program called 'Beyond Blockchain: which aims to bridge Web2 developers into Web3. The program will run from April to November 2023 and will consist of three programs that will develop on Hedera. The first program is a learn-and-earn challenge where developers can work on nine guided quests, with a prize pool of USD $27,800. The second program is a hackathon where developers can apply their knowledge to solve real-world problems through building solutions on Hedera. The third and final program is an incubator, offering resources, support, and opportunities for developers to move towards scaling their projects. So what are you waiting for? Sign up for the learn-and-earn program now and join the Web3 revolution! 

Citadel Wallet Pre-order Launch: The Ultimate Hardware Wallet for the Hedera Network 

Citadel Wallet is a new hardware wallet designed to provide secure and user-friendly experience to Hedera users. The wallet supports Hedera's native cryptocurrency HBAR, as well as other unique services such as staking, NFTs, smart contracts, and more. The wallet features high-performance hardware components, a long battery life, a full-color touchscreen display, and advanced encryption techniques to safeguard users' digital assets. 

What's even more exciting is that Citadel Wallet is launching pre-order sales through a limited-edition collection of phygital collectibles called "Guardians of the Citadel." These NFTs are designed to complement the wallet by offering added features and benefits, such as priority access to future Citadel Hardware Wallet releases, exclusive discounts for wallet accessories, voting rights, and more. 

So, if you want to interact with the Hedera network securely, reliably, and with ease, while also owning a cool NFT, Citadel Wallet is the perfect solution for you. The pre-order sales through the GOTC NFT collection are going live on March the 29th, so mark your calendars and get ready to join the Hedera community in style! 

Hedera Sentient Launches Refer-A-Friend Program with Perks for Traders 

Hedera Sentient, a marketplace for buying and selling NFTs, has introduced a Refer-A-Friend program that rewards users for getting their friends to join the platform. If you’re a fan of Hedera Sentient and want to spread the word to your friends, you might be able to score some perks for yourself and for them! Hedera Sentient, the AI-driven cryptocurrency marketplace, has just launched a Refer-A-Friend program. By sharing your unique referral link with your friends, you can earn up to 20% on all of their trade fees on the marketplace, forever! Plus, your friends can receive a discount of up to 20% on all their trades. There’s no limit to the number of people you can invite, so start sharing those links and racking up the rewards! Just make sure to agree to the terms before getting started. Learn more about the Refer-A-Friend program 🤏 on the Hedera Sentient website. 

🚨NFT Project of the Week: Dead Pixel Ghost Club (DPGC)🚨

Dead Pixel Ghost Club (DPGC) is a collectible digital art project on the Hedera network. The project's team creates clean, fun, and classic collectible art with long-term vision and a focus on building a strong community. With 10K unique ghosts, multiple drops, and ghost passes, the DPGC team rewards early supporters and community members. While utility is not a primary focus, the team plans to create organic utility tools that benefit the community directly. If you're looking for a fun and exciting NFT project, DPGC may be the one for you!

That's it for this week's edition of The Hash Gazette! We hope you found these updates informative and entertaining. Stay tuned for more exciting news from the Hedera ecosystem in the coming weeks. And as always, keep HODLing those HBARs and happy Hashing!

^{DISCLAIMER: None of this is financial advice. This newsletter is strictly educational and is not investment advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any assets or to make any financial decisions. Please be careful and do your own research.}