Merge pull request #394 from threefoldfoundation/development

New news

content/blog/edge_computing/index.md

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-According to [Alexandra Rotaru]((https://www.idc.com/getdoc.jsp?containerId=prUS50386323)), senior research analyst at the International Data Corporation (IDC), edge computing is “one of the most resilient and attractive areas of investments, growing globally at a double-digit rate over the next five years”, underscoring its growing significance in meeting the evolving computational needs of modern enterprises and service providers. People are clearly looking for alternatives to the centralized data model with [Gartner](https://www.gartner.com/smarterwithgartner/what-edge-computing-means-for-infrastructure-and-operations-leaders) predicting that by 2025, 75% of enterprise-generated data will be processed and created outside of traditional centralized clouds and data centers. 
+According to [Alexandra Rotaru](https://www.idc.com/getdoc.jsp?containerId=prUS50386323), senior research analyst at the International Data Corporation (IDC), edge computing is “one of the most resilient and attractive areas of investments, growing globally at a double-digit rate over the next five years”, underscoring its growing significance in meeting the evolving computational needs of modern enterprises and service providers. People are clearly looking for alternatives to the centralized data model with [Gartner](https://www.gartner.com/smarterwithgartner/what-edge-computing-means-for-infrastructure-and-operations-leaders) predicting that by 2025, 75% of enterprise-generated data will be processed and created outside of traditional centralized clouds and data centers. 
 
 ### **Hello ThreeFold**
 

content/newsroom/april_2024_discussion/index.md

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+---
+id: april_2024_discussion
+title: 🍿 Catch Up on Yesterday's Discussion 
+image_caption: april_2024_discussion
+description: Questions were asked, answers were given, and clarifications were made. If you missed it, watch the recording here. 
+date: 2024-04-12
+taxonomies:
+    people: [bernadette_amanda_caster]
+    tags: [technology,update,threefold_grid,community,news]
+    news-category: [foundation]
+extra:
+    imgPath: april_2024_discussion.png
+---
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+Thank you to those who joined us live for yesterday's community conversation. For those who missed it, the recording is now [live](https://forum.threefold.io/t/april-2024-community-discussion-recording/4303). Please note feedback for TF Grid 3.14 is still appreciated. You can find relevant links inside.
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+In the coming weeks, we will have more community conversations where we discuss how to implement feedback from the community for either 3.14, 3.15, or 4.0 releases of the TF Grid.
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content/newsroom/cloud_service_provider/index.md

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+---
+id: cloud_service_provider
+title: 💡 Be a Cloud Provider, Not Just a Consumer 
+image_caption: cloud_service_provider
+description: With ThreeFold, anyone can be a cloud provider. Set up a 3Node, share local capacity, and earn rewards. Learn more in our latest blog.
+date: 2024-04-12
+taxonomies:
+    people: [bernadette_amanda_caster]
+    tags: [technology,update,threefold_grid,community,news]
+    news-category: [foundation]
+extra:
+    imgPath: cloud_service_provider.png
+---
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+Traditionally, we've been mere consumers of cloud services, relinquishing control over our data and infrastructure to large companies. However, with ThreeFold's autonomous technology, the paradigm shifts. Now, individuals can host their cloud infrastructure with ease, without the need for technical expertise.
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+Becoming a cloud service provider isn't just about financial gain; it's about creating connections and driving positive change. By investing in a decentralized autonomous cloud, individuals not only secure a better future for themselves but also for their communities and the planet.
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+In a world where technology shapes our daily lives, the opportunity to be a cloud service provider is a step towards a more sustainable, connected, and rewarding future—for everyone.
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+Read the [latest blog](https://www.threefold.io/blog/cloud-provider/), "What does it mean to be a Cloud and Internet Service Provider?"
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+*A great post to share with your networks or anyone you know who may be interested in joining our community.*
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content/newsroom/gep_vote_community_calls_update/index.md

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 Any ThreeFold Farmer may vote on the proposal by visiting the [ThreeFold Dashboard](https://dashboard.grid.tf/) and clicking on the DAO section. [Read the manual for more information on the DAO](https://manual.grid.tf/documentation/dashboard/tfchain/tf_dao.html).

content/newsroom/minting_farming_vote_passes/index.md

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+---
+id: minting_farming_vote_passes
+title: ✅️ Minting & Farming Rewards Vote Passes 
+image_caption: minting_farming_vote_passes
+description: Minting & Farming Rewards GEP has been passed successfully. 
+date: 2024-04-16
+taxonomies:
+    people: [bernadette_amanda_caster]
+    tags: [technology,update,threefold_grid,community,news]
+    news-category: [foundation]
+extra:
+    imgPath: minting_farming_vote_passes.png
+---
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+The recent vote on minting and farming rewards has been completed and was successful, with ±75% of the votes cast as "yes." The timing of implementation is to be determined and will be communicated. 
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+**Proposal Summary**
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+<li> 95% and 98% uptime requirements for DIY and certified nodes respectively</li>
+<li>50% of proof-of-utilization revenues will go to the farmer running the 3Node</li>
+<li>Minting will be slashed for 1 month if the node cannot wake up within 30 minutes twice within the same minting period</li>
+<li>When we reach 1 Billion TFT on Stellar, minting stops on Stellar</li>
+<li>TFT burning will stop</li>
+</ul>
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+</br>
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+*Thanks to all who voted! Together we build.*

content/newsroom/tf_ecosystem_comes_alive/index.md

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+---
+id: tf_ecosystem_comes_alive
+title: 🌿 How the ThreeFold Ecosystem Comes Alive
+image_caption: tf_ecosystem_comes_alive
+description: Collaborative. Self-organizing. Interconnected. Dynamic. Diverse. Resilient. Sustainable.
+date: 2024-04-15
+taxonomies:
+    people: [bernadette_amanda_caster]
+    tags: [technology,update,threefold_grid,community,news]
+    news-category: [foundation]
+extra:
+    imgPath: tf_ecosystem_comes_alive.png
+---
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+As we enter the next phase of ThreeFold, the project moves into an even greater level of decentralization, with layers being introduced to make us – and our grid – more resilient and reliable.
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+Read how it all comes together [here](https://www.threefold.io/blog/tf-ecosystem-comes-alive/)  – and keep an eye out for updates on some of these roles.
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+There are many ways to get involved:
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+Join our [main chat](https://t.me/threefold), talk to humans</li>
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+[Learn](https://manual.grid.tf/) about expanding the grid or deploying on top of it</li>
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+[Buy and hold](https://manual.grid.tf/documentation/threefold_token/buy_sell_tft/buy_sell_tft.html) the token to provide fuel to the ecosystem</li>
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+[Stay tuned](https://t.me/threefoldnews) for news, updates, and community calls</li>
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+Take part in the [feedback](https://forum.threefold.io/t/feedback-on-our-tfgrid-3-14/4276) about the next steps for ThreeFold</li>
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