On March 26, 2025, at Epoch 2048, the Hoodi Testnet upgraded to the Pectra fork. If the upgrade is successful it will lend a strong signal that mainnet is ready for the Pectra upgrade.

This POAP proves you have attended ETHDenver 2024. ETHDenver is a Community-Owned Innovation Festival. With the genesis of SporkDAO in June of 2021, ETHDenver became the first event DAO in the world. All event proceeds are used to #BUIDL value for our community and to realize the decentralized future. ‍ https://www.ethdenver.com/

As the holiday season swept over the Rocket Pool community on Discord, virtual festivities ignited a sense of camaraderie among its members. The sound of cheerful messages and rocket emojis echoed through the digital space, creating a warm and vibrant atmosphere. Following a fruitful year of protocol development, which included the implementation of LEB8s, a remarkable 4x growth in rETH, and the launch of a new website, the community eagerly anticipated the unfolding excitement of the upcoming 2024 roadmap. The much-anticipated Houston and Saturn upgrades stood out as key milestones, promising to further elevate Rocket Pool's capabilities and solidify its position in the evolving landscape of decentralized Ethereum staking. This POAP was awarded to the Discord members that joined in on the festivities.

0xFornax, a dedicated and long-standing community member, has officially joined the Rocket Pool team! 0xFornax's addition brings not only Golang expertise but also a wealth of insights and skills to the table. In his new role, he will be immersing himself in various aspects of the protocol and contributing to the development of the smart node stack. The Rocket Pool team continues to grow stronger and more vibrant, thanks to the valuable contributions of individuals like 0xFornax. A POAP was gifted to those who celebrate this exciting addition to the Rocket Pool team.

Voting is currently underway for what might be the most significant tokenomics change in Rocket Pool's history. Valdorff has taken the lead in spearheading the protocol change, with active participation and contributions from a diverse group of members in Rocket Pool's #research Discord channel. While the vote has not yet concluded, it stands as a testament to the unity and determination of the Rocket Pool community, showcasing their commitment to driving governance and promoting transformative change. https://github.com/rocket-pool/RPIPs/blob/main/RPIPs/RPIP-30.md