Final call: Apply to Epoch 8!
By Mashal Waqar Marta Brewer
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Final call: Apply to Epoch 8!

gm gm, While we're in the midst of planning for Berlin blockchain week, we wanted to send a final reminder about the upcoming deadline (3 June | 11:59 pm PST) It's been great to see such stellar apps and we're excited to dig into

gm gm,

While we're in the midst of planning for Berlin blockchain week, we wanted to send a final reminder about the upcoming deadline (3 June | 11:59 pm PST)

It's been great to see such stellar apps and we're excited to dig into all the applications.

If you haven't applied yet, here's a last-minute checklist:

  • Don't overthink it. Submitting something solid on time is better than missing out.
  • Write in a clear, accessible way. Avoid using jargon.
  • Use AI tools for editing not writing. Applications that rely too heavily on AI for writing are easy to spot.
  • Focus on what you've achieved and accomplished. Prioritize verifiable info, recommendations, and all the brag-worthy milestones of note. Reviewers only know what you share.

And finally, if you're feeling anxious, try deep breathing. The 4-7-8 rule works wonders (breathe in for 4 seconds, hold your breath for 7 seconds, and breathe out for 8 seconds).

You've got this <3

πŸ›  Who gets to participate in this round?

Epoch 8 is all about advancing Ethereum. It's a major step in our broader roadmap to contribute to Ethereum's growth.

We're looking for builders and teams advancing Ethereum in 4 core areas:

  • Direct protocol improvements (consensus, execution, data availability, core networking)
  • Shared infrastructure (clients, testnets & tooling, p2p networking stacks, security & formal-verification frameworks, transparency)
  • Open dashboards, datasets, or studies (roll-ups, bridges, MEVs - resulting insights must strengthen Ethereum)
  • Protocol-level research + specification work (advancing Ethereum's roadmap)

➑️ Read our full eligibility criteria.

βŒ›οΈApplication Deadline: 3 June, 2025 @ 11:59 pm PST

Like Epoch 7, there's no snapshot. Our internal reviewers will select projects based on impact and relevance.

Allocation window remains the same. ETH rewards are time-weighted and allocating to projects get you matched.

Best of luck folks <3

By Mashal Waqar Marta Brewer
Updated on
Epoch 8