• Nethermind sets 45m default gas limit.

• Coinbase introduces perpetual-style futures.

• Worldcoin introduces Worldvote.

Ethereum execution layer client Nethermind released v1.32.0, an update to its client that sets a new default gas limit of 45 million gas. Currently, Ethereum’s network gas limit stands at 36 million. The update also drops pre-merge history data from the Ethereum Mainnet, saving around 300 GB of disk space for node operators. The release brings performance improvements, including faster block production and syncing, enhanced block-building profitability logic, better memory and networking efficiency, and support for parallel block downloads. Raising the gas limit enables blocks to carry more data, boosting overall network throughput.

Coinbase announced that it will launch support for perpetual-style crypto futures starting July 21 on Coinbase Derivatives. The initial release will include trading for nano contracts of 0.01 BTC and 0.10 ETH. The products feature 5-year expirations, 24/7 trading, and funding rates designed to keep futures prices aligned with spot markets. Coinbase aims to offer a domestic, regulated alternative to major offshore perpetual futures platforms. Coinbase Derivatives is regulated under the CFTC. Globally, perpetual futures dominate crypto derivatives trading, accounting for up to 90% of total crypto volume in some markets. The launch follows years of regulatory constraints that have limited perpetual futures in the U.S.

The World Foundation, in partnership with Agora Governance, is launching the World Vote Mini App, a pilot application that allows World ID users to vote on experimental proposals. To participate, users must verify their identity through World ID, after which they can browse and vote on active proposals. The system ensures only real humans can vote, with each user getting one vote, immutably recorded onchain. The implementation leverages Agora’s secure, sybil-resistant digital voting technology. World ID users can sign up to join the waitlist and be notified when voting goes live.

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