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
🛠 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)
➡️ Read our full eligibility criteria.
⌛️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
