
![Unlock Labs Feature Announcement: Invite by Email](https://storage.googleapis.com/papyrus_images/04af031d4f9c586083c1d22c198b4c1c.jpg)

<p>Setting up an event is a lot of work — and then you need to get attendees there! </p><p>Based on user requests, event organizers can now send out email invitations to events directly from EVENTS by Unlock Labs.</p><p>Simply put in the email addresses of the prospective attendees...</p><img src="/images/blog/unlock-labs-feature-announcement--invite-by-email/a457194ca90d67c1497389dfbc761bc0.png" blurdataurl="data:image/png;base64,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" nextheight="904" nextwidth="1650" class="image-node embed"><p>...and confirm the send.</p><img src="/images/blog/unlock-labs-feature-announcement--invite-by-email/294537e13776a9f09491bd9849ed8436.png" blurdataurl="data:image/png;base64,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" nextheight="680" nextwidth="1332" class="image-node embed"><p>Easy!</p>

Event organizers can now invite attendees by email address.

Unlock Labs Feature Announcement: Invite by Email

<p><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/papyrus_images/04af031d4f9c586083c1d22c198b4c1c.jpg" alt="Unlock Labs Feature Announcement: Invite by Email"></p>
<p>Setting up an event is a lot of work — and then you need to get attendees there! </p><p>Based on user requests, event organizers can now send out email invitations to events directly from EVENTS by Unlock Labs.</p><p>Simply put in the email addresses of the prospective attendees...</p><img src="/images/blog/unlock-labs-feature-announcement--invite-by-email/a457194ca90d67c1497389dfbc761bc0.png" blurdataurl="data:image/png;base64,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" nextheight="904" nextwidth="1650" class="image-node embed"><p>...and confirm the send.</p><img src="/images/blog/unlock-labs-feature-announcement--invite-by-email/294537e13776a9f09491bd9849ed8436.png" blurdataurl="data:image/png;base64,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" nextheight="680" nextwidth="1332" class="image-node embed"><p>Easy!</p>



![Unlock Labs Release Notes: April 24, 2024](https://storage.googleapis.com/papyrus_images/4085fb1cc21af289997ddb66525c6bc4.jpg)

<div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h2 id="h-event-features-updates-and-improvements">Event features, updates, and improvements</h2></div><ul><li><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow ugc" class="dont-break-out" href="https://github.com/unlock-protocol/unlock/pull/13646">Integration of onchain social profiles for events</a>: Event app now links organizer and attendee social profiles from Farcaster or Lens</p></li><li><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow ugc" class="dont-break-out" href="https://github.com/unlock-protocol/unlock/pull/13662">Event app UI for invites</a>: Organizers can now send invites by email from the event app</p></li><li><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow ugc" class="dont-break-out" href="https://github.com/unlock-protocol/unlock/pull/13655">Event invite templates</a>: Added email templates for organizers to invite attendees to their event</p></li><li><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow ugc" class="dont-break-out" href="https://github.com/unlock-protocol/unlock/pull/13664/files">Improved Event invites API</a>: Event API has support for invites </p></li><li><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow ugc" class="dont-break-out" href="https://github.com/unlock-protocol/unlock/pull/13182">Tickets and certifications as PDF attachments</a>: Added PDF format for tickets and certificates</p></li></ul><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h2 id="h-advanced-ui-improvements">Advanced UI improvements</h2></div><ul><li><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow ugc" class="dont-break-out" href="https://github.com/unlock-protocol/unlock/pull/13645">Smart contract hook UI option</a>: Lock managers can now unset hooks from the dashboard</p></li></ul><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h2 id="h-updated-network-options">Updated network options</h2></div><ul><li><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow ugc" class="dont-break-out" href="https://github.com/unlock-protocol/unlock/pull/13635">Deprecated Polygon Mumbai</a>: Removed Mumbai support as Mumbai is at EOL</p></li></ul><p></p>

Unlock Labs app release notes for April 24, 2024

Unlock Labs Release Notes: April 24, 2024

<p><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/papyrus_images/4085fb1cc21af289997ddb66525c6bc4.jpg" alt="Unlock Labs Release Notes: April 24, 2024"></p>
<div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h2 id="h-event-features-updates-and-improvements">Event features, updates, and improvements</h2></div><ul><li><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow ugc" class="dont-break-out" href="https://github.com/unlock-protocol/unlock/pull/13646">Integration of onchain social profiles for events</a>: Event app now links organizer and attendee social profiles from Farcaster or Lens</p></li><li><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow ugc" class="dont-break-out" href="https://github.com/unlock-protocol/unlock/pull/13662">Event app UI for invites</a>: Organizers can now send invites by email from the event app</p></li><li><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow ugc" class="dont-break-out" href="https://github.com/unlock-protocol/unlock/pull/13655">Event invite templates</a>: Added email templates for organizers to invite attendees to their event</p></li><li><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow ugc" class="dont-break-out" href="https://github.com/unlock-protocol/unlock/pull/13664/files">Improved Event invites API</a>: Event API has support for invites </p></li><li><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow ugc" class="dont-break-out" href="https://github.com/unlock-protocol/unlock/pull/13182">Tickets and certifications as PDF attachments</a>: Added PDF format for tickets and certificates</p></li></ul><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h2 id="h-advanced-ui-improvements">Advanced UI improvements</h2></div><ul><li><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow ugc" class="dont-break-out" href="https://github.com/unlock-protocol/unlock/pull/13645">Smart contract hook UI option</a>: Lock managers can now unset hooks from the dashboard</p></li></ul><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h2 id="h-updated-network-options">Updated network options</h2></div><ul><li><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow ugc" class="dont-break-out" href="https://github.com/unlock-protocol/unlock/pull/13635">Deprecated Polygon Mumbai</a>: Removed Mumbai support as Mumbai is at EOL</p></li></ul><p></p>



![Unlock Labs Feature Announcement: Gitcoin Passport Hook](https://storage.googleapis.com/papyrus_images/30955e598e1ddc85d4b1a8a3bfeb5b68.jpg)

<p>Unlock Labs now supports the integration of Gitcoin Passport scores into the creation of new smart contracts. This feature is designed to significantly enhance the authenticity of transactions, ensuring that memberships and event tickets are sold to genuine participants.</p><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h2 id="h-why-gitcoin-passport"><strong>Why Gitcoin Passport?</strong></h2></div><p>Onchain transactions require trust and verification. The development of this feature was driven by the need to combat spam and prevent sybil attacks during sign-ups. By incorporating Gitcoin Passport scores, which provide a reliable measure of a user's legitimacy, Unlock Labs aims to establish a higher standard of trust and security in transactions using Unlock Protocol.</p><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h2 id="h-who-benefits"><strong>Who benefits?</strong></h2></div><p>This update is particularly beneficial for event organizers and brands offering memberships or subscription programs. It streamlines the process of verifying participants, ensuring that tickets and memberships go to real people. This is crucial for maintaining the integrity of events and exclusive content.</p><p>For organizers, brands, and creators, this integration means a more secure and hassle-free way to manage sign-ups. It reduces the risk of fraudulent event or membership registrations, and prevents operational hassles and wasted money.</p><p>For users, it offers a way to leverage their established reputations verified through Gitcoin Passport. This enhances their chances of securing memberships or tickets to sought-after events and programs.</p><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h2 id="h-availability"><strong>Availability</strong></h2></div><p>This feature is available immediately. Lock managers and event organizers can start using it today to enhance the security and authenticity of their offerings.</p><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h2 id="h-accessing-the-gitcoin-passport-hook"><strong>Accessing the Gitcoin Passport hook</strong></h2></div><p>To enable this new feature, lock managers can navigate to the "hooks" section of their Unlock dashboard. This integration is designed for ease of use, ensuring that you can seamlessly incorporate Gitcoin Passport scores into your contract setup without needing extensive technical knowledge.</p><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h3 id="h-how-to-set-up-the-gitcoin-passport-hook">How to set up the Gitcoin Passport hook</h3></div><div data-type="youtube" videoid="I19WtTbamZM">
      <div class="youtube-player" data-id="I19WtTbamZM" style="background-image: url('https://i.ytimg.com/vi/I19WtTbamZM/hqdefault.jpg'); background-size: cover; background-position: center">
        <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I19WtTbamZM">
          <img src="/images/blog/unlock-labs-feature-announcement--gitcoin-passport-hook/play.png" class="play">
        </a>
      </div></div><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h3 id="h-checkout-experience-of-a-purchaser-with-a-score-that-does-not-meet-the-threshold-set-in-the-hook">Checkout experience of a purchaser with a score that does not meet the threshold set in the hook</h3></div><div data-type="youtube" videoid="WvGyiTQa1z0">
      <div class="youtube-player" data-id="WvGyiTQa1z0" style="background-image: url('https://i.ytimg.com/vi/WvGyiTQa1z0/hqdefault.jpg'); background-size: cover; background-position: center">
        <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WvGyiTQa1z0">
          <img src="/images/blog/unlock-labs-feature-announcement--gitcoin-passport-hook/play.png" class="play">
        </a>
      </div></div><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h3 id="h-checkout-experience-of-a-purchaser-with-a-score-that-exceeds-the-threshold-set-in-the-hook">Checkout experience of a purchaser with a score that exceeds the threshold set in the hook</h3></div><div data-type="youtube" videoid="z8WEpXsdbJg">
      <div class="youtube-player" data-id="z8WEpXsdbJg" style="background-image: url('https://i.ytimg.com/vi/z8WEpXsdbJg/hqdefault.jpg'); background-size: cover; background-position: center">
        <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z8WEpXsdbJg">
          <img src="/images/blog/unlock-labs-feature-announcement--gitcoin-passport-hook/play.png" class="play">
        </a>
      </div></div><p><em>For any questions or further information, visit the Unlock Discord at </em><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow ugc" class="dont-break-out" href="https://discord.unlock-protocol.com"><em>https://discord.unlock-protocol.com</em></a><em> or check out our Warpcast channel at </em><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow ugc" class="dont-break-out" href="https://warpcast.com/~/channel/unlock-protocol"><em>https://warpcast.com/~/channel/unlock-protocol</em></a><em>.</em></p><p></p><p></p><p></p>

Unlock Labs integrates Gitcoin Passport scores to enhance trust and sybil resistance.

Unlock Labs Feature Announcement: Gitcoin Passport Hook

<p><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/papyrus_images/30955e598e1ddc85d4b1a8a3bfeb5b68.jpg" alt="Unlock Labs Feature Announcement: Gitcoin Passport Hook"></p>
<p>Unlock Labs now supports the integration of Gitcoin Passport scores into the creation of new smart contracts. This feature is designed to significantly enhance the authenticity of transactions, ensuring that memberships and event tickets are sold to genuine participants.</p><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h2 id="h-why-gitcoin-passport"><strong>Why Gitcoin Passport?</strong></h2></div><p>Onchain transactions require trust and verification. The development of this feature was driven by the need to combat spam and prevent sybil attacks during sign-ups. By incorporating Gitcoin Passport scores, which provide a reliable measure of a user's legitimacy, Unlock Labs aims to establish a higher standard of trust and security in transactions using Unlock Protocol.</p><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h2 id="h-who-benefits"><strong>Who benefits?</strong></h2></div><p>This update is particularly beneficial for event organizers and brands offering memberships or subscription programs. It streamlines the process of verifying participants, ensuring that tickets and memberships go to real people. This is crucial for maintaining the integrity of events and exclusive content.</p><p>For organizers, brands, and creators, this integration means a more secure and hassle-free way to manage sign-ups. It reduces the risk of fraudulent event or membership registrations, and prevents operational hassles and wasted money.</p><p>For users, it offers a way to leverage their established reputations verified through Gitcoin Passport. This enhances their chances of securing memberships or tickets to sought-after events and programs.</p><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h2 id="h-availability"><strong>Availability</strong></h2></div><p>This feature is available immediately. Lock managers and event organizers can start using it today to enhance the security and authenticity of their offerings.</p><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h2 id="h-accessing-the-gitcoin-passport-hook"><strong>Accessing the Gitcoin Passport hook</strong></h2></div><p>To enable this new feature, lock managers can navigate to the "hooks" section of their Unlock dashboard. This integration is designed for ease of use, ensuring that you can seamlessly incorporate Gitcoin Passport scores into your contract setup without needing extensive technical knowledge.</p><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h3 id="h-how-to-set-up-the-gitcoin-passport-hook">How to set up the Gitcoin Passport hook</h3></div><div data-type="youtube" videoid="I19WtTbamZM">
      <div class="youtube-player" data-id="I19WtTbamZM" style="background-image: url('https://i.ytimg.com/vi/I19WtTbamZM/hqdefault.jpg'); background-size: cover; background-position: center">
        <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I19WtTbamZM">
          <img src="/images/blog/unlock-labs-feature-announcement--gitcoin-passport-hook/play.png" class="play">
        </a>
      </div></div><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h3 id="h-checkout-experience-of-a-purchaser-with-a-score-that-does-not-meet-the-threshold-set-in-the-hook">Checkout experience of a purchaser with a score that does not meet the threshold set in the hook</h3></div><div data-type="youtube" videoid="WvGyiTQa1z0">
      <div class="youtube-player" data-id="WvGyiTQa1z0" style="background-image: url('https://i.ytimg.com/vi/WvGyiTQa1z0/hqdefault.jpg'); background-size: cover; background-position: center">
        <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WvGyiTQa1z0">
          <img src="/images/blog/unlock-labs-feature-announcement--gitcoin-passport-hook/play.png" class="play">
        </a>
      </div></div><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h3 id="h-checkout-experience-of-a-purchaser-with-a-score-that-exceeds-the-threshold-set-in-the-hook">Checkout experience of a purchaser with a score that exceeds the threshold set in the hook</h3></div><div data-type="youtube" videoid="z8WEpXsdbJg">
      <div class="youtube-player" data-id="z8WEpXsdbJg" style="background-image: url('https://i.ytimg.com/vi/z8WEpXsdbJg/hqdefault.jpg'); background-size: cover; background-position: center">
        <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z8WEpXsdbJg">
          <img src="/images/blog/unlock-labs-feature-announcement--gitcoin-passport-hook/play.png" class="play">
        </a>
      </div></div><p><em>For any questions or further information, visit the Unlock Discord at </em><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow ugc" class="dont-break-out" href="https://discord.unlock-protocol.com"><em>https://discord.unlock-protocol.com</em></a><em> or check out our Warpcast channel at </em><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow ugc" class="dont-break-out" href="https://warpcast.com/~/channel/unlock-protocol"><em>https://warpcast.com/~/channel/unlock-protocol</em></a><em>.</em></p><p></p><p></p><p></p>



![Unlock Protocol Feature Announcement: Addition of Base Sepolia Testnet](https://storage.googleapis.com/papyrus_images/7bd8c1f5c1ab168aaab3f0f9acf8b582.png)

<p>Sepolia is an Ethereum test network (testnet) that developers use to test their applications and smart contracts before deploying them on a production network. Sepolia is a newer testnet compared to others like the now-deprecated Goerli testnet, providing a more up-to-date environment that closely mimics the mainnet. </p><p>Unlock Protocol has supported Sepolia on Ethereum mainnet since its release. </p><p>With this feature release, Unlock Protocol supports Base Sepolia as well.</p>

Developers can now test their Unlock Protocol-powered apps on Base Sepolia.

Unlock Protocol Feature Announcement: Addition of Base Sepolia Testnet

<p><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/papyrus_images/7bd8c1f5c1ab168aaab3f0f9acf8b582.png" alt="Unlock Protocol Feature Announcement: Addition of Base Sepolia Testnet"></p>
<p>Sepolia is an Ethereum test network (testnet) that developers use to test their applications and smart contracts before deploying them on a production network. Sepolia is a newer testnet compared to others like the now-deprecated Goerli testnet, providing a more up-to-date environment that closely mimics the mainnet. </p><p>Unlock Protocol has supported Sepolia on Ethereum mainnet since its release. </p><p>With this feature release, Unlock Protocol supports Base Sepolia as well.</p>



![Unlock Labs Feature Announcement: State of Unlock Interactive Report](https://storage.googleapis.com/papyrus_images/b24fc7aee5bb4d90402308bc036067df.png)

<p>The State of Unlock Interactive Report is an interactive exploration tool for visualizing key metrics across the Unlock Protocol network encompassing over a dozen different EVM chains. </p><p>The State of Unlock includes:</p><ul><li><p>Smart contract ("Lock") activity over time </p></li><li><p>NFT ("Key") minting activity over time</p></li><li><p>Gross Network Product ("GNP") volume of network value transactions</p></li></ul><p>Key updates in this feature release include interactivity enhancements to the graph displaying network activity over time, code refactoring for better maintenance, removal of unused code, and improvements in the network selector functionality. </p><p>Additionally, visual enhancements including clickable captions and tooltips were introduced to improve the user interface.</p><figure float="none" data-type="figure" class="img-center" style="max-width: null;"><img src="/images/blog/unlock-labs-feature-announcement--state-of-unlock-interactive-report/260e5621576722cdd34ec52b1c0dd60f.png" blurdataurl="data:image/png;base64,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" nextheight="876" nextwidth="2162" class="image-node embed"><figcaption htmlattributes="[object Object]" class="hide-figcaption"></figcaption></figure><p style="text-align: start">For more details, you can <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow ugc" class="dont-break-out" href="https://unlock-protocol.com/state">view the State of Unlock Interactive Report here</a>.</p>

Unlock Labs has made interactivity improvements and significant visual enhancements to the State of Unlock Interactive Report.

Unlock Labs Feature Announcement: State of Unlock Interactive Report

<p><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/papyrus_images/b24fc7aee5bb4d90402308bc036067df.png" alt="Unlock Labs Feature Announcement: State of Unlock Interactive Report"></p>
<p>The State of Unlock Interactive Report is an interactive exploration tool for visualizing key metrics across the Unlock Protocol network encompassing over a dozen different EVM chains. </p><p>The State of Unlock includes:</p><ul><li><p>Smart contract ("Lock") activity over time </p></li><li><p>NFT ("Key") minting activity over time</p></li><li><p>Gross Network Product ("GNP") volume of network value transactions</p></li></ul><p>Key updates in this feature release include interactivity enhancements to the graph displaying network activity over time, code refactoring for better maintenance, removal of unused code, and improvements in the network selector functionality. </p><p>Additionally, visual enhancements including clickable captions and tooltips were introduced to improve the user interface.</p><figure float="none" data-type="figure" class="img-center" style="max-width: null;"><img src="/images/blog/unlock-labs-feature-announcement--state-of-unlock-interactive-report/260e5621576722cdd34ec52b1c0dd60f.png" blurdataurl="data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAACAAAAANCAIAAABHKvtLAAAACXBIWXMAABYlAAAWJQFJUiTwAAADX0lEQVR4nJWSa0hTYRjHH7tQVJLDslXzuq1ZtsRZjZwUWJbdDGqs6KZJN6Kie59KCyoiCvoQEaMLBVpYWSqj0sqWa3M63WnzuNw5Z3NHt9R2zji2jtvSxc6wIr8k/Hl5+b/v+/89z8MLAZ9z7HKNNlmKGGI9JPLBUv88HOjvRfUsRQR8Tgj4HP+vINPF9NkQ85vQQA9L438fsRQ+HPC4mt6aKx+Gh7/h72qj98cMoHvRe1XXAj6CpYnRAIumsvzk0VCov63iQbel0Ut+Hhsg4HN89+IHSrd87TGHg9/+Zvi9WHjYV6W+snZ1GtmurT57pvZSqVVXCyxF/Ke+99t/+j1I62vpthTK016hvkx2GgapyPRZmvB7cbO2WlmiACEcL9v6eN8htUqlK1f/6eCflkeLpfAhtlf95Mo81dyWlto4OTx7ccvtNAUZcojtvXn9VNGRNeLNsyAFth/Lu7t5z/6cjBsHdv0GOINM1z9x3DdwcGAiWmlooOfI1SLpTmEzooEFIMufbeto/Onvq6svBzFAMsC8yLqpRH5XueNU7uLijPkRQJDpojxWF94UZEiWJqLRP2gH17sj4tBE31eU7rNjtk+bTuaJlHMu3jwciUuG/OKs7PzExJxpIARIhQhGBJACy2S8Qytk6+R88HuxgM+FY4Y3Hx+FBtyUBw0NuIMMiRNGxku4ScRDIoNM98U7x27fL9t5Yg0sApgPsJSLSwVI4goXAKSNAKKkNJiUzsEGfa5wkDa2VevNGpww1ry/Z0Xr7Z3a3ec3FJUVykokyrN5xaUbIJ8PC7kUEadUbhrCkZKjGwlnJo1goup2Nn358rH4gnLbufWrjuaCDGIK4mI3zog8E3NBUoB0mJ09+U8Q9zL+d5YYIBHi+CASxeROBUUsQELEgVTgCQFUp/cKCpcrDu6YWpDDz8sat2SBUCGRrMziyaW8ZJEgYY5ksUyxboVqKYikKdOypbG58lnS6emJ4wqEkCmYwEsSTBSkzUyIjx8/fUrMFIjhw6SEzJkgEkNmBuyRAbRbDViHuaaqAkdb3JhFU1WJGrXuTsTQ8MrSprehrS26ehxp7Ops1WvfWkx6l936rvpps64Os7frtHWfTXqsAzHqG1rNTajNYjA0mEx6O47WaV42a187MesvEDwBMcHVdLAAAAAASUVORK5CYII=" nextheight="876" nextwidth="2162" class="image-node embed"><figcaption htmlattributes="[object Object]" class="hide-figcaption"></figcaption></figure><p style="text-align: start">For more details, you can <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow ugc" class="dont-break-out" href="https://unlock-protocol.com/state">view the State of Unlock Interactive Report here</a>.</p>



![Unlock Protocol Adds Support for $DEGEN 🎩](https://storage.googleapis.com/papyrus_images/baaa0b13a54abeff9edec94b47ee54c7.png)

<p>Unlock Protocol has added support for $DEGEN for creators, event organizers, and others building on Unlock Protocol.</p><p>Projects launching subscriptions, memberships, events, and other initiatives using Unlock Protocol can now accept purchases and payments using $DEGEN. If you are setting up a paid subscription, membership or event and want to price it in $DEGEN, you can now do so.</p><p>As we are seeing community-driven tokens gain broader acceptance and utility, we are seeing increased growth, liquidity, and contributions to a more inclusive (and interesting) digital economy.</p><p>Tokens like $DEGEN are reshaping the interaction between communities and economies, accelerating a decentralized and participatory onchain environment. (Here are some great thoughts on this from <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="dont-break-out notion-link-token notion-focusable-token notion-enable-hover" href="https://darkstar.mirror.xyz/L8ilT6K6urKFE6MN5TItUX1IArTAn4gIpC1FtB5s2xs">Jarrod Dicker</a>, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="dont-break-out notion-link-token notion-focusable-token notion-enable-hover" href="https://tpan.substack.com/p/281-memecoins-are-here-to-stay">TPan</a> and, of course, the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="dont-break-out notion-link-token notion-focusable-token notion-enable-hover" href="https://warpcast.com/~/channel/degen">/degen channel on Warpcast</a>.)</p><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h2 id="h-how-to-price-things-in-dollardegen">How to price things in $DEGEN</h2></div><p>If a creator or event organizer wants to price their offering natively in $DEGEN, you now have the ability to set up $DEGEN as the method of payment.</p><p>When setting up a smart contract with Unlock Protocol, deploy that smart contract on Base and use the $DEGEN ERC-20 as your pricing using the $DEGEN token (<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="dont-break-out notion-link-token notion-focusable-token notion-enable-hover" href="https://basescan.org/token/0x4ed4e862860bed51a9570b96d89af5e1b0efefed">0x4ed4e862860bed51a9570b96d89af5e1b0efefed</a>). It will now show its price in $DEGEN.</p><p>Here’s what it looks like in practice. It takes about a minute to set up.</p><div data-type="youtube" videoid="oYBhRZE6CSA">
      <div class="youtube-player" data-id="oYBhRZE6CSA" style="background-image: url('https://i.ytimg.com/vi/oYBhRZE6CSA/hqdefault.jpg'); background-size: cover; background-position: center">
        <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oYBhRZE6CSA">
          <img src="/images/blog/unlock-protocol-adds-support-for--degen---/play.png" class="play">
        </a>
      </div></div><p>Once the smart contract has been updated, we can take a look at how it’s presented for subscribers or attendees who are making a purchase.</p><p>Head over to <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow ugc" class="dont-break-out" href="https://app.unlock-protocol.com/event/eth-galactic-2025-based">https://app.unlock-protocol.com/event/eth-galactic-2025-based</a> for a live example.</p><figure float="none" data-type="figure" class="img-center" style="max-width: null;"><img src="/images/blog/unlock-protocol-adds-support-for--degen---/6489b71553d5d4fe0142c39dd5b6949e.png" 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nextheight="1844" nextwidth="2612" class="image-node embed"><figcaption htmlattributes="[object Object]" class="hide-figcaption"></figcaption></figure><p>The landing page shows $DEGEN as the method of payment, and the checkout flow for this event now shows $DEGEN as the way to pay for the ticket to this event.</p><figure float="none" data-type="figure" class="img-center" style="max-width: null;"><img src="/images/blog/unlock-protocol-adds-support-for--degen---/0db3e96d4ee92651ddaccc992bff757b.png" 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nextheight="1848" nextwidth="2638" class="image-node embed"><figcaption htmlattributes="[object Object]" class="hide-figcaption"></figcaption></figure><p><strong><em>Note:</em></strong><em> Pricing in $DEGEN is </em><strong><em>not</em></strong><em> limited to event tickets. Any type of onchain subscription, automatically recurring subscription, or membership can be priced in $DEGEN using Unlock Protocol.</em></p><p>You can get started at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow ugc" class="dont-break-out" href="https://unlock-protocol.com">https://unlock-protocol.com</a>.</p><p>Enjoy! <span data-name="top_hat" class="emoji" data-type="emoji">🎩</span></p><p></p>

Receive payments for subscriptions, memberships, tickets and more in $DEGEN.

Unlock Protocol Adds Support for $DEGEN 🎩

<p><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/papyrus_images/baaa0b13a54abeff9edec94b47ee54c7.png" alt="Unlock Protocol Adds Support for $DEGEN 🎩"></p>
<p>Unlock Protocol has added support for $DEGEN for creators, event organizers, and others building on Unlock Protocol.</p><p>Projects launching subscriptions, memberships, events, and other initiatives using Unlock Protocol can now accept purchases and payments using $DEGEN. If you are setting up a paid subscription, membership or event and want to price it in $DEGEN, you can now do so.</p><p>As we are seeing community-driven tokens gain broader acceptance and utility, we are seeing increased growth, liquidity, and contributions to a more inclusive (and interesting) digital economy.</p><p>Tokens like $DEGEN are reshaping the interaction between communities and economies, accelerating a decentralized and participatory onchain environment. (Here are some great thoughts on this from <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="dont-break-out notion-link-token notion-focusable-token notion-enable-hover" href="https://darkstar.mirror.xyz/L8ilT6K6urKFE6MN5TItUX1IArTAn4gIpC1FtB5s2xs">Jarrod Dicker</a>, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="dont-break-out notion-link-token notion-focusable-token notion-enable-hover" href="https://tpan.substack.com/p/281-memecoins-are-here-to-stay">TPan</a> and, of course, the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="dont-break-out notion-link-token notion-focusable-token notion-enable-hover" href="https://warpcast.com/~/channel/degen">/degen channel on Warpcast</a>.)</p><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h2 id="h-how-to-price-things-in-dollardegen">How to price things in $DEGEN</h2></div><p>If a creator or event organizer wants to price their offering natively in $DEGEN, you now have the ability to set up $DEGEN as the method of payment.</p><p>When setting up a smart contract with Unlock Protocol, deploy that smart contract on Base and use the $DEGEN ERC-20 as your pricing using the $DEGEN token (<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="dont-break-out notion-link-token notion-focusable-token notion-enable-hover" href="https://basescan.org/token/0x4ed4e862860bed51a9570b96d89af5e1b0efefed">0x4ed4e862860bed51a9570b96d89af5e1b0efefed</a>). It will now show its price in $DEGEN.</p><p>Here’s what it looks like in practice. It takes about a minute to set up.</p><div data-type="youtube" videoid="oYBhRZE6CSA">
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      </div></div><p>Once the smart contract has been updated, we can take a look at how it’s presented for subscribers or attendees who are making a purchase.</p><p>Head over to <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow ugc" class="dont-break-out" href="https://app.unlock-protocol.com/event/eth-galactic-2025-based">https://app.unlock-protocol.com/event/eth-galactic-2025-based</a> for a live example.</p><figure float="none" data-type="figure" class="img-center" style="max-width: null;"><img src="/images/blog/unlock-protocol-adds-support-for--degen---/6489b71553d5d4fe0142c39dd5b6949e.png" 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nextheight="1844" nextwidth="2612" class="image-node embed"><figcaption htmlattributes="[object Object]" class="hide-figcaption"></figcaption></figure><p>The landing page shows $DEGEN as the method of payment, and the checkout flow for this event now shows $DEGEN as the way to pay for the ticket to this event.</p><figure float="none" data-type="figure" class="img-center" style="max-width: null;"><img src="/images/blog/unlock-protocol-adds-support-for--degen---/0db3e96d4ee92651ddaccc992bff757b.png" 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nextheight="1848" nextwidth="2638" class="image-node embed"><figcaption htmlattributes="[object Object]" class="hide-figcaption"></figcaption></figure><p><strong><em>Note:</em></strong><em> Pricing in $DEGEN is </em><strong><em>not</em></strong><em> limited to event tickets. Any type of onchain subscription, automatically recurring subscription, or membership can be priced in $DEGEN using Unlock Protocol.</em></p><p>You can get started at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow ugc" class="dont-break-out" href="https://unlock-protocol.com">https://unlock-protocol.com</a>.</p><p>Enjoy! <span data-name="top_hat" class="emoji" data-type="emoji">🎩</span></p><p></p>



![Unlock Labs Onchain Events Airdrop 1](https://storage.googleapis.com/papyrus_images/7b3e434e8f8955b57e428c95b3f12cb1.jpg)

<p>Activities are coming onchain, first slowly, then all at once.</p><p>When they do, the flywheel spins and spurs the development of inventive apps and use cases, expanding the onchain ecosystem. This is a Good Thing.</p><p>As it is, the events industry is <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="dont-break-out notion-link-token notion-focusable-token notion-enable-hover" href="https://www.vox.com/the-goods/23569504/ticketmaster-monopoly-live-nation-taylor-swift-antitrust-clyde-lawrence">broken</a>. Bringing events and event-related activities onchain has implications for ticketing in particular, where it can help combat counterfeiting, the very broken ticketing aftermarket, and other systemic woes.</p><p>Additionally, bringing events onchain opens up possibilities for creating networks based on these onchain events, with the associated network effects for both organizers and participants.</p><p>Even with these benefits, at ETHDenver 2024, many of the side events still used offchain solutions such as Luma, Eventbrite, and Partiful. For events that haven’t started to come onchain yet, here’s another incentive:</p><blockquote><p><strong><em>Unlock Labs will airdrop a pool of 2500 OP tokens to event organizers who retroactively bring their ETHDenver 2024 events onchain.</em></strong></p></blockquote><p>Here is how it works.</p><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h2 id="h-how-event-organizers-can-claim-tokens-in-the-unlock-labs-onchain-events-airdrop-1">How event organizers can claim tokens in the Unlock Labs Onchain Events Airdrop 1</h2></div><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h3 id="h-who-is-eligible">Who is eligible</h3></div><p>You are an event organizer who organized an event using Luma, Partiful, or Eventbrite at <strong>ETHDenver 2024</strong>.</p><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h3 id="h-how-to-qualify">How to qualify</h3></div><ul><li><p>You <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="dont-break-out notion-link-token notion-focusable-token notion-enable-hover" href="https://unlock-protocol.com/guides/how-to-airdrop-attendance-nfts-for-events-using-luma/"><strong>airdrop onchain Proof of Attendance tokens</strong></a> to your attendees who signed up for your ETHDenver 2024 event <strong><em>(Note: Attendees do NOT need a wallet in order to receive the Proof of Attendance tokens — an email address is all that’s needed for the attendees).</em></strong></p></li><li><p>You fill out an <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="dont-break-out notion-link-token notion-focusable-token notion-enable-hover" href="https://app.deform.cc/form/644716e7-a788-426b-89ce-4360ab52b1b7/?page_number=0"><strong>airdrop claim application</strong></a> with information about your event, and show that you’ve airdropped the onchain Proof of Attendance tokens to those attendees using Unlock Protocol; your award will be based on the number of Proof of Attendance tokens you airdrop to your past attendees from your ETHDenver 2024 event.</p></li><li><p>Unlock Labs will airdrop OP tokens to the event organizer upon review and approval of the airdrop claim application by April 15th, 2024.</p></li></ul><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h3 id="h-airdrop-amounts">Airdrop amounts</h3></div><p>Airdrops will be given to event organizers who had at least five people sign up for their event at ETHDenver 2024 using Luma, Partiful, or Eventbrite using the following reward levels:</p><ul><li><p><strong>0-4 signups:</strong> No reward</p></li><li><p><strong>5 - 25 signups and confirmed drop of Proof of Attendance (POA) tokens powered by Unlock Protocol:</strong> 25 OP for you, the organizer</p></li><li><p><strong>26-100 signups and POA dropped: </strong>1.5x bonus (38 OP for you, the organizer)</p></li><li><p><strong>101+ signups and POA dropped:</strong> 2x bonus (50 OP for you, the organizer)</p></li></ul><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h3 id="h-where-is-the-claim-form">Where is the claim form?</h3></div><p>The claim form is here:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow ugc" class="dont-break-out" href="https://app.deform.cc/form/644716e7-a788-426b-89ce-4360ab52b1b7/?page_number=0">https://app.deform.cc/form/644716e7-a788-426b-89ce-4360ab52b1b7/?page_number=0</a></p><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h3 id="h-what-other-benefits-are-there-for-retroactively-bringing-my-event-onchain-and-claiming-my-op-tokens"><strong>What other benefits are there for retroactively bringing my event onchain and claiming my OP tokens?</strong></h3></div><p>We know that Optimism has allocated <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="dont-break-out notion-link-token notion-focusable-token notion-enable-hover" href="https://optimism.mirror.xyz/nz5II2tucf3k8tJ76O6HWwvidLB6TLQXszmMnlnhxWU">an additional 850 million OP tokens</a> for future direct airdrops themselves. One needs to be building onchain to participate in these types of airdrops. Unlock Airdrop 1 is a low-friction way to start participating and building onchain, and <em>may</em> help you qualify for future airdrops from organizations such as Optimism.</p><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h2 id="h-faq">FAQ</h2></div><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h3 id="h-do-i-need-to-airdrop-onchain-proof-of-attendance-tokens-to-my-ethdenver-attendees-using-unlock-protocol-in-order-to-be-eligible"><strong>Do I need to airdrop onchain Proof of Attendance tokens to my ETHDenver attendees using Unlock Protocol in order to be eligible?</strong></h3></div><p>Yes.</p><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h3 id="h-how-do-i-airdrop-proof-of-attendance-tokens-to-attendees-if-i-originally-had-people-sign-up-via-luma"><strong>How do I airdrop Proof of Attendance tokens to attendees if I originally had people sign up via Luma?</strong></h3></div><p>There is an airdrop guide here: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow ugc" class="dont-break-out" href="https://unlock-protocol.com/guides/how-to-airdrop-attendance-nfts-for-events-using-luma/">https://unlock-protocol.com/guides/how-to-airdrop-attendance-nfts-for-events-using-luma/</a></p><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h3 id="h-will-my-attendees-need-a-wallet-to-receive-the-proof-of-attendance-for-my-event"><strong>Will my attendees need a wallet to receive the Proof of Attendance for my event?</strong></h3></div><p>A wallet is <strong>not</strong> required from your attendees. You can airdrop the Proof of Attendance tokens solely using an attendee’s email addresses using Unlock.</p><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h3 id="h-what-if-i-hosted-multiple-events-at-ethdenver-2024"><strong>What if I hosted multiple events at ETHDenver 2024?</strong></h3></div><p>Great. You can claim for each of them individually.</p><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h3 id="h-what-events-are-eligible"><strong>What events are eligible?</strong></h3></div><p>Any event at ETHDenver 2024 hosted on Luma, Partiful, or Eventbrite that occurred between February 23 - March 3, 2024 as an ETHDenver 2024 side event is eligible.</p><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h3 id="h-how-big-is-the-reward-pool"><strong>How big is the reward pool?</strong></h3></div><p>The reward pool is 2500 OP tokens in total.</p><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h3 id="h-how-will-airdrop-claims-be-reviewed"><strong>How will airdrop claims be reviewed?</strong></h3></div><p>They will be reviewed in the order they are received.</p><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h3 id="h-what-is-the-deadline-for-claim-submission"><strong>What is the deadline for claim submission?</strong></h3></div><p>Claims need to be submitted by 11:59pm PT on April 15, 2024.</p><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h3 id="h-what-if-i-had-an-event-using-luma-partiful-or-eventbrite-prior-to-february-23rd-after-march-3-or-that-wasnt-connected-with-ethdenver-2024"><strong>What if I had an event using Luma, Partiful, or Eventbrite prior to February 23rd, after March 3, or that wasn’t connected with ETHDenver 2024?</strong></h3></div><p>This airdrop is limited to ETHDenver side events during that timeframe.</p><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h3 id="h-will-unlock-labs-be-doing-future-airdrops-of-this-sort"><strong>Will Unlock Labs be doing future airdrops of this sort?</strong></h3></div><p>After the conclusion of Unlock Events Airdrop 1, the success and feedback of the program will be reviewed and future airdrops will be considered.</p><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h3 id="h-when-will-the-op-token-airdrops-to-organizers-who-submitted-claims-take-place"><strong>When will the OP token airdrops to organizers who submitted claims take place?</strong></h3></div><p>Claim forms will be reviewed in the order they are received, and the goal is to review the submission form and pay out claims within 48 hours of receipt of the claim form.</p><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h3 id="h-what-if-the-2500-op-token-pool-is-exhausted"><strong>What if the 2500 OP token pool is exhausted?</strong></h3></div><p>When they’re gone, they’re gone. This is an incentive to complete your Proof of Attendance airdrop as soon as possible so you can complete and submit your claim form.</p><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h3 id="h-what-chain-do-i-use-to-airdrop-the-proof-of-attendance-tokens-to-my-past-attendees"><strong>What chain do I use to airdrop the Proof of Attendance tokens to my past attendees?</strong></h3></div><p>You can use Optimism or Base.</p><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h3 id="h-what-if-i-actually-did-already-host-my-event-onchain-at-ethdenver-2024-using-unlock-protocol"><strong>What if I actually did already host my event onchain at ETHDenver 2024 using Unlock Protocol?</strong></h3></div><p>For those events that did use Unlock Protocol at ETHDenver, <strong>we are rewarding you as well, using the same model</strong>. We’ll be reaching out to you by 3/29/24 (Friday) to confirm details.</p><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h3 id="h-i-have-questions"><strong>I have questions</strong></h3></div><p>Hit up the Unlock Labs team on Warpcast in the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="dont-break-out notion-link-token notion-focusable-token notion-enable-hover" href="https://warpcast.com/~/channel/unlock-protocol">/unlock-protocol</a> channel, on Twitter at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="dont-break-out notion-link-token notion-focusable-token notion-enable-hover" href="https://twitter.com/UnlockProtocol">@unlockprotocol</a> or send us an email at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow ugc" class="dont-break-out" href="mailto:hello@unlock-protocol.com">hello@unlock-protocol.com</a>.</p><p></p>

Unlock Labs will airdrop a pool of 2500 OP tokens to event organizers who retroactively bring their ETHDenver 2024 events onchain.

Unlock Labs Onchain Events Airdrop 1

<p><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/papyrus_images/7b3e434e8f8955b57e428c95b3f12cb1.jpg" alt="Unlock Labs Onchain Events Airdrop 1"></p>
<p>Activities are coming onchain, first slowly, then all at once.</p><p>When they do, the flywheel spins and spurs the development of inventive apps and use cases, expanding the onchain ecosystem. This is a Good Thing.</p><p>As it is, the events industry is <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="dont-break-out notion-link-token notion-focusable-token notion-enable-hover" href="https://www.vox.com/the-goods/23569504/ticketmaster-monopoly-live-nation-taylor-swift-antitrust-clyde-lawrence">broken</a>. Bringing events and event-related activities onchain has implications for ticketing in particular, where it can help combat counterfeiting, the very broken ticketing aftermarket, and other systemic woes.</p><p>Additionally, bringing events onchain opens up possibilities for creating networks based on these onchain events, with the associated network effects for both organizers and participants.</p><p>Even with these benefits, at ETHDenver 2024, many of the side events still used offchain solutions such as Luma, Eventbrite, and Partiful. For events that haven’t started to come onchain yet, here’s another incentive:</p><blockquote><p><strong><em>Unlock Labs will airdrop a pool of 2500 OP tokens to event organizers who retroactively bring their ETHDenver 2024 events onchain.</em></strong></p></blockquote><p>Here is how it works.</p><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h2 id="h-how-event-organizers-can-claim-tokens-in-the-unlock-labs-onchain-events-airdrop-1">How event organizers can claim tokens in the Unlock Labs Onchain Events Airdrop 1</h2></div><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h3 id="h-who-is-eligible">Who is eligible</h3></div><p>You are an event organizer who organized an event using Luma, Partiful, or Eventbrite at <strong>ETHDenver 2024</strong>.</p><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h3 id="h-how-to-qualify">How to qualify</h3></div><ul><li><p>You <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="dont-break-out notion-link-token notion-focusable-token notion-enable-hover" href="https://unlock-protocol.com/guides/how-to-airdrop-attendance-nfts-for-events-using-luma/"><strong>airdrop onchain Proof of Attendance tokens</strong></a> to your attendees who signed up for your ETHDenver 2024 event <strong><em>(Note: Attendees do NOT need a wallet in order to receive the Proof of Attendance tokens — an email address is all that’s needed for the attendees).</em></strong></p></li><li><p>You fill out an <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="dont-break-out notion-link-token notion-focusable-token notion-enable-hover" href="https://app.deform.cc/form/644716e7-a788-426b-89ce-4360ab52b1b7/?page_number=0"><strong>airdrop claim application</strong></a> with information about your event, and show that you’ve airdropped the onchain Proof of Attendance tokens to those attendees using Unlock Protocol; your award will be based on the number of Proof of Attendance tokens you airdrop to your past attendees from your ETHDenver 2024 event.</p></li><li><p>Unlock Labs will airdrop OP tokens to the event organizer upon review and approval of the airdrop claim application by April 15th, 2024.</p></li></ul><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h3 id="h-airdrop-amounts">Airdrop amounts</h3></div><p>Airdrops will be given to event organizers who had at least five people sign up for their event at ETHDenver 2024 using Luma, Partiful, or Eventbrite using the following reward levels:</p><ul><li><p><strong>0-4 signups:</strong> No reward</p></li><li><p><strong>5 - 25 signups and confirmed drop of Proof of Attendance (POA) tokens powered by Unlock Protocol:</strong> 25 OP for you, the organizer</p></li><li><p><strong>26-100 signups and POA dropped: </strong>1.5x bonus (38 OP for you, the organizer)</p></li><li><p><strong>101+ signups and POA dropped:</strong> 2x bonus (50 OP for you, the organizer)</p></li></ul><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h3 id="h-where-is-the-claim-form">Where is the claim form?</h3></div><p>The claim form is here:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow ugc" class="dont-break-out" href="https://app.deform.cc/form/644716e7-a788-426b-89ce-4360ab52b1b7/?page_number=0">https://app.deform.cc/form/644716e7-a788-426b-89ce-4360ab52b1b7/?page_number=0</a></p><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h3 id="h-what-other-benefits-are-there-for-retroactively-bringing-my-event-onchain-and-claiming-my-op-tokens"><strong>What other benefits are there for retroactively bringing my event onchain and claiming my OP tokens?</strong></h3></div><p>We know that Optimism has allocated <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="dont-break-out notion-link-token notion-focusable-token notion-enable-hover" href="https://optimism.mirror.xyz/nz5II2tucf3k8tJ76O6HWwvidLB6TLQXszmMnlnhxWU">an additional 850 million OP tokens</a> for future direct airdrops themselves. One needs to be building onchain to participate in these types of airdrops. Unlock Airdrop 1 is a low-friction way to start participating and building onchain, and <em>may</em> help you qualify for future airdrops from organizations such as Optimism.</p><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h2 id="h-faq">FAQ</h2></div><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h3 id="h-do-i-need-to-airdrop-onchain-proof-of-attendance-tokens-to-my-ethdenver-attendees-using-unlock-protocol-in-order-to-be-eligible"><strong>Do I need to airdrop onchain Proof of Attendance tokens to my ETHDenver attendees using Unlock Protocol in order to be eligible?</strong></h3></div><p>Yes.</p><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h3 id="h-how-do-i-airdrop-proof-of-attendance-tokens-to-attendees-if-i-originally-had-people-sign-up-via-luma"><strong>How do I airdrop Proof of Attendance tokens to attendees if I originally had people sign up via Luma?</strong></h3></div><p>There is an airdrop guide here: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow ugc" class="dont-break-out" href="https://unlock-protocol.com/guides/how-to-airdrop-attendance-nfts-for-events-using-luma/">https://unlock-protocol.com/guides/how-to-airdrop-attendance-nfts-for-events-using-luma/</a></p><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h3 id="h-will-my-attendees-need-a-wallet-to-receive-the-proof-of-attendance-for-my-event"><strong>Will my attendees need a wallet to receive the Proof of Attendance for my event?</strong></h3></div><p>A wallet is <strong>not</strong> required from your attendees. You can airdrop the Proof of Attendance tokens solely using an attendee’s email addresses using Unlock.</p><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h3 id="h-what-if-i-hosted-multiple-events-at-ethdenver-2024"><strong>What if I hosted multiple events at ETHDenver 2024?</strong></h3></div><p>Great. You can claim for each of them individually.</p><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h3 id="h-what-events-are-eligible"><strong>What events are eligible?</strong></h3></div><p>Any event at ETHDenver 2024 hosted on Luma, Partiful, or Eventbrite that occurred between February 23 - March 3, 2024 as an ETHDenver 2024 side event is eligible.</p><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h3 id="h-how-big-is-the-reward-pool"><strong>How big is the reward pool?</strong></h3></div><p>The reward pool is 2500 OP tokens in total.</p><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h3 id="h-how-will-airdrop-claims-be-reviewed"><strong>How will airdrop claims be reviewed?</strong></h3></div><p>They will be reviewed in the order they are received.</p><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h3 id="h-what-is-the-deadline-for-claim-submission"><strong>What is the deadline for claim submission?</strong></h3></div><p>Claims need to be submitted by 11:59pm PT on April 15, 2024.</p><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h3 id="h-what-if-i-had-an-event-using-luma-partiful-or-eventbrite-prior-to-february-23rd-after-march-3-or-that-wasnt-connected-with-ethdenver-2024"><strong>What if I had an event using Luma, Partiful, or Eventbrite prior to February 23rd, after March 3, or that wasn’t connected with ETHDenver 2024?</strong></h3></div><p>This airdrop is limited to ETHDenver side events during that timeframe.</p><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h3 id="h-will-unlock-labs-be-doing-future-airdrops-of-this-sort"><strong>Will Unlock Labs be doing future airdrops of this sort?</strong></h3></div><p>After the conclusion of Unlock Events Airdrop 1, the success and feedback of the program will be reviewed and future airdrops will be considered.</p><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h3 id="h-when-will-the-op-token-airdrops-to-organizers-who-submitted-claims-take-place"><strong>When will the OP token airdrops to organizers who submitted claims take place?</strong></h3></div><p>Claim forms will be reviewed in the order they are received, and the goal is to review the submission form and pay out claims within 48 hours of receipt of the claim form.</p><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h3 id="h-what-if-the-2500-op-token-pool-is-exhausted"><strong>What if the 2500 OP token pool is exhausted?</strong></h3></div><p>When they’re gone, they’re gone. This is an incentive to complete your Proof of Attendance airdrop as soon as possible so you can complete and submit your claim form.</p><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h3 id="h-what-chain-do-i-use-to-airdrop-the-proof-of-attendance-tokens-to-my-past-attendees"><strong>What chain do I use to airdrop the Proof of Attendance tokens to my past attendees?</strong></h3></div><p>You can use Optimism or Base.</p><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h3 id="h-what-if-i-actually-did-already-host-my-event-onchain-at-ethdenver-2024-using-unlock-protocol"><strong>What if I actually did already host my event onchain at ETHDenver 2024 using Unlock Protocol?</strong></h3></div><p>For those events that did use Unlock Protocol at ETHDenver, <strong>we are rewarding you as well, using the same model</strong>. We’ll be reaching out to you by 3/29/24 (Friday) to confirm details.</p><div class="relative header-and-anchor"><h3 id="h-i-have-questions"><strong>I have questions</strong></h3></div><p>Hit up the Unlock Labs team on Warpcast in the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="dont-break-out notion-link-token notion-focusable-token notion-enable-hover" href="https://warpcast.com/~/channel/unlock-protocol">/unlock-protocol</a> channel, on Twitter at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="dont-break-out notion-link-token notion-focusable-token notion-enable-hover" href="https://twitter.com/UnlockProtocol">@unlockprotocol</a> or send us an email at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow ugc" class="dont-break-out" href="mailto:hello@unlock-protocol.com">hello@unlock-protocol.com</a>.</p><p></p>



![RSVP Approval](/images/blog/rsvp-approval/rsvp-approval.png)

Tickets to events and conferences are memberships! The Unlock Protocol is used to create [all](https://www.coinage.media/trial/mint) [kinds](https://boardroom.io/discuss?nftModal=true) of [memberships](https://dirt.fyi/), so we built a simple-to-use [ticketing and event application](https://events.unlock-protocol.com/) to showcase how the protocol can be used!

Our event app has now been used for all kinds of events, from large conferences ([EthCC](https://unlock-protocol.com/blog/ethcc5-2022-ticketing) , [Dappcon](https://2023.dappcon.io/), [EthMexico](https://ethmexico.org/), [EthTaipei](https://2023.ethtaipei.org/)…) to [small side gatherings](https://app.unlock-protocol.com/event/myosin-x-unlock-dinner-party). Organizers can use it for paid events, or free events.

One of the features that many organizers have asked us to add is the ability to “approve” attendees, rather than just let everyone attend. Today we’re excited to announce that this is now a feature that we fully support!

Here is a quick flow. [When creating your event](https://app.unlock-protocol.com/event/new), please make sure you toggle the “attendee screening” option.

![Screening](/images/blog/rsvp-approval/screening.png)

Under the hood you will deploy a new NFT membership contract, for which NFTs tickets can only be distributed by the event organizer. (Technically, there is a supply of “0” for “self-serve” minting.) This means that you alone can create and “airdrop” NFT tickets to the attendees your approve — attendees are not able to mint their own tickets without your approval.

When going to your event’s page, attendees will see the following message:

![RSVP](/images/blog/rsvp-approval/rsvp.png)

(You can also customize the fields displayed here, but that’s for another post!)

At that point, attendees can “apply” by submitting their email address, full name and, if they want, their wallet addresses. When they RSVP, they receive an email to confirm that they are on the list and will hear back from the organizers if they are approved.

As an organizer, you can then view the list of attendees, as well as the list of people who have applied to attend.

![approval](/images/blog/rsvp-approval/approval.png)

For each of these, you can approve or deny them. When you approve an attendee, they will receive an email with a QR code ticket attached and the event’s details.

![confirm](/images/blog/rsvp-approval/confirm.png)

Denied users can still be approved later as well.

![deny](/images/blog/rsvp-approval/deny.png)

We’re excited to build the “membership” graph through events and tickets!


Attendee approval is now live in EVENTS by Unlock Labs.

RSVP Event Approval

<p><img src="/images/blog/rsvp-approval/rsvp-approval.png" alt="RSVP Approval"></p>
<p>Tickets to events and conferences are memberships! The Unlock Protocol is used to create <a href="https://www.coinage.media/trial/mint">all</a> <a href="https://boardroom.io/discuss?nftModal=true">kinds</a> of <a href="https://dirt.fyi/">memberships</a>, so we built a simple-to-use <a href="https://events.unlock-protocol.com/">ticketing and event application</a> to showcase how the protocol can be used!</p>
<p>Our event app has now been used for all kinds of events, from large conferences (<a href="https://unlock-protocol.com/blog/ethcc5-2022-ticketing">EthCC</a> , <a href="https://2023.dappcon.io/">Dappcon</a>, <a href="https://ethmexico.org/">EthMexico</a>, <a href="https://2023.ethtaipei.org/">EthTaipei</a>…) to <a href="https://app.unlock-protocol.com/event/myosin-x-unlock-dinner-party">small side gatherings</a>. Organizers can use it for paid events, or free events.</p>
<p>One of the features that many organizers have asked us to add is the ability to “approve” attendees, rather than just let everyone attend. Today we’re excited to announce that this is now a feature that we fully support!</p>
<p>Here is a quick flow. <a href="https://app.unlock-protocol.com/event/new">When creating your event</a>, please make sure you toggle the “attendee screening” option.</p>
<p><img src="/images/blog/rsvp-approval/screening.png" alt="Screening"></p>
<p>Under the hood you will deploy a new NFT membership contract, for which NFTs tickets can only be distributed by the event organizer. (Technically, there is a supply of “0” for “self-serve” minting.) This means that you alone can create and “airdrop” NFT tickets to the attendees your approve — attendees are not able to mint their own tickets without your approval.</p>
<p>When going to your event’s page, attendees will see the following message:</p>
<p><img src="/images/blog/rsvp-approval/rsvp.png" alt="RSVP"></p>
<p>(You can also customize the fields displayed here, but that’s for another post!)</p>
<p>At that point, attendees can “apply” by submitting their email address, full name and, if they want, their wallet addresses. When they RSVP, they receive an email to confirm that they are on the list and will hear back from the organizers if they are approved.</p>
<p>As an organizer, you can then view the list of attendees, as well as the list of people who have applied to attend.</p>
<p><img src="/images/blog/rsvp-approval/approval.png" alt="approval"></p>
<p>For each of these, you can approve or deny them. When you approve an attendee, they will receive an email with a QR code ticket attached and the event’s details.</p>
<p><img src="/images/blog/rsvp-approval/confirm.png" alt="confirm"></p>
<p>Denied users can still be approved later as well.</p>
<p><img src="/images/blog/rsvp-approval/deny.png" alt="deny"></p>
<p>We’re excited to build the “membership” graph through events and tickets!</p>



![Coupon code](/images/blog/promo-codes/coupon-code.png)

A little over a year ago, we introduced a [Hook to add discount codes to Unlock membership contracts](https://unlock-protocol.com/blog/discount-codes). Today we’re proud to introduce the next iteration of this Hook, as well as a brand new UI for both managers and members!

First, let’s dive a bit into one of my favorite features of the PublicLock contract (the Unlock Protocol membership smart contract): **Hooks**. Generally, code hooks are like triggers or signals in a computer program that allow different parts of the program to communicate and work together.

Smart contracts are onchain programs, and the membership contract includes several hooks that can be triggered. The PublicLock contract has a hook called `onKeyPurchaseHook` that is triggered when the purchase function is called. This hook can be used to alter the behavior of the membership contract when a membership key is purchased. For example, the hook can do things like dynamically change the price that a user needs to pay to purchase an onchain membership as well as a wide variety of other related checkout behaviors.

The Unlock Labs team has created several hooks, include a Discount Code Hook. A Lock Manager can use this hook add discount codes (like `PROMO30` or `FRIEND&FAM` to their contract) and set a percentage-off associated with each discount code. These discount percentages can range from 0% to 100% (and anything in between). A Lock Manager can also set a “cap”, or a maximum number of uses for a particular discount code, like 10 or 300, after which the discount will no longer be applied!

## Configuring a discount code

A new section has been added to the `Advanced > Hooks` section of the Unlock Dashboard for discount codes. To add a discount code for a particular lock, select `Discount code` from the dropdown in `Advanced > Hooks`, enter the discount code you want to add (e.g. `HAPPYBIRD`), the corresponding percentage discount that customers will receive when using that discount code, and maximum number of uses. Then click `Add`.

![Manage discount codes](/images/blog/promo-codes/manage-discount-codes.png)

_The Discount Code hook configuration interface_

The smart contract will update to recognize the discount that will be applied when a customer enters the new discount code during checkout.

## How the discount code hook works at checkout

At checkout time, the Unlock checkout will automatically identify that a membership contract is using the discount code hook, and will show an additional screen as part of the checkout to let soon-to-be members enter a promo code. The checkout UI will also instantly show a visual confirmation of the discount applicable!

![Screenshot 2024-01-15 at 5.16.20 PM.png](https://prod-files-secure.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/aa493f73-7575-471f-b652-ac6b67d6530c/2262a5c8-5e8a-470a-b4b1-2d66030e1a2c/Screenshot_2024-01-15_at_5.16.20_PM.png)

![Checkout discount codes](/images/blog/promo-codes/checkout-discount-code.png)

## Wrapping up

The new Discount Code Hook for Unlock membership contracts offers an new way for Lock Managers to provide discounts to their users. By configuring discount codes with specific percentages and maximum usage limits, Lock Managers can customize the membership experience and incentivize new users to join. With the updated UI for both managers and members, the checkout process becomes seamless and visually confirms the applicable discount.

Unlock continues to enhance the membership contract with powerful hooks like the Discount Code Hook, making it easier than ever to manage and promote memberships and subscriptions onchain!


Unlock Labs introduces a new couponing and discount feature to delight your members with customizable discounts.

Unlocking the Power of Membership Savings

Discount Codes

<p><img src="/images/blog/promo-codes/coupon-code.png" alt="Coupon code"></p>
<p>A little over a year ago, we introduced a <a href="https://unlock-protocol.com/blog/discount-codes">Hook to add discount codes to Unlock membership contracts</a>. Today we’re proud to introduce the next iteration of this Hook, as well as a brand new UI for both managers and members!</p>
<p>First, let’s dive a bit into one of my favorite features of the PublicLock contract (the Unlock Protocol membership smart contract): <strong>Hooks</strong>. Generally, code hooks are like triggers or signals in a computer program that allow different parts of the program to communicate and work together.</p>
<p>Smart contracts are onchain programs, and the membership contract includes several hooks that can be triggered. The PublicLock contract has a hook called <code>onKeyPurchaseHook</code> that is triggered when the purchase function is called. This hook can be used to alter the behavior of the membership contract when a membership key is purchased. For example, the hook can do things like dynamically change the price that a user needs to pay to purchase an onchain membership as well as a wide variety of other related checkout behaviors.</p>
<p>The Unlock Labs team has created several hooks, include a Discount Code Hook. A Lock Manager can use this hook add discount codes (like <code>PROMO30</code> or <code>FRIEND&#x26;FAM</code> to their contract) and set a percentage-off associated with each discount code. These discount percentages can range from 0% to 100% (and anything in between). A Lock Manager can also set a “cap”, or a maximum number of uses for a particular discount code, like 10 or 300, after which the discount will no longer be applied!</p>
<h2>Configuring a discount code</h2>
<p>A new section has been added to the <code>Advanced > Hooks</code> section of the Unlock Dashboard for discount codes. To add a discount code for a particular lock, select <code>Discount code</code> from the dropdown in <code>Advanced > Hooks</code>, enter the discount code you want to add (e.g. <code>HAPPYBIRD</code>), the corresponding percentage discount that customers will receive when using that discount code, and maximum number of uses. Then click <code>Add</code>.</p>
<p><img src="/images/blog/promo-codes/manage-discount-codes.png" alt="Manage discount codes"></p>
<p><em>The Discount Code hook configuration interface</em></p>
<p>The smart contract will update to recognize the discount that will be applied when a customer enters the new discount code during checkout.</p>
<h2>How the discount code hook works at checkout</h2>
<p>At checkout time, the Unlock checkout will automatically identify that a membership contract is using the discount code hook, and will show an additional screen as part of the checkout to let soon-to-be members enter a promo code. The checkout UI will also instantly show a visual confirmation of the discount applicable!</p>
<p><img src="https://prod-files-secure.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/aa493f73-7575-471f-b652-ac6b67d6530c/2262a5c8-5e8a-470a-b4b1-2d66030e1a2c/Screenshot_2024-01-15_at_5.16.20_PM.png" alt="Screenshot 2024-01-15 at 5.16.20 PM.png"></p>
<p><img src="/images/blog/promo-codes/checkout-discount-code.png" alt="Checkout discount codes"></p>
<h2>Wrapping up</h2>
<p>The new Discount Code Hook for Unlock membership contracts offers an new way for Lock Managers to provide discounts to their users. By configuring discount codes with specific percentages and maximum usage limits, Lock Managers can customize the membership experience and incentivize new users to join. With the updated UI for both managers and members, the checkout process becomes seamless and visually confirms the applicable discount.</p>
<p>Unlock continues to enhance the membership contract with powerful hooks like the Discount Code Hook, making it easier than ever to manage and promote memberships and subscriptions onchain!</p>



We are releasing a new version of the core Unlock Protocol smart contracts. This upgrade includes improved mechanics for UDT token governance, several improvements in existing features, gas optimisations and bug fixes.

The main novelty is the new “swap and burn” feature that will allow fees collected by the protocol to be directly decrease the supply of UDT in circulation.

The new Unlock Version (v13) and PublicLock version (v14) will be released using a cross-chain DAO proposal that, once passed, will deploy the upgrade on multiple chains at once.

![UDT Swap and Burn](/images/blog/protocol-upgrade-unlock-v13/swap-burn-share.png)

## Swap and Burn: Linking governance tokens and protocol fees

The previous version of Unlock allowed for the collection of a fee by the protocol itself during the purchase of keys. This update introduces a way to use the collected fee to decrease the supply of UDT governance tokens that are in circulation - see https://github.com/unlock-protocol/unlock/issues/11677 ).

### **How it works**

- Fees are collected by the Unlock contract when a membership or subscription key is purchased or extended
- Fees are kept by the main Unlock contract, and can be denominated in any native or ERC20 currencies
- By calling the `swapAndBurn` function, the collected fees are sent from the Unlock contract to a contract that will 1) convert the tokens for the collected protocol fees to UDT and 2) send those UDT tokens to a burn address

In order to use this new Unlock feature, a [proposal](https://www.tally.xyz/gov/unlock/proposal/100059804931848205636207929448466054900176756075596411717092086523182317853614?chart=0) was initiated to migrate the DAO’s UDT liquidity from the existing Uniswap V2 pool to a new V3 pool.

In earlier versions of the protocol, UDT governance tokens were distributed by the Unlock contract using a developer reward that is now deprecated and should be replaced by the protocol fee. The protocol fee is not enabled by default, and it will be up to the DAO to enable it now that the tools are in place.

## Other protocol changes in this protocol update

Several other changes and improvements have been implemented in this set of updates.

### Minor changes in features

These changes are user-facing and affect what Lock Managers can do.

- Introduces `setKeyExpiration` to allow a lock manager to update the timestamp of any existing keys freely ‣
- Modifies `getHasValidKey` so a hook has a final say while determining the validity of a key https://github.com/unlock-protocol/unlock/pull/12543
- Allows a lock manager to always transfer keys, even when transfers are disabled ‣
- Disables fees for lock managers when transferring or sharing a key https://github.com/unlock-protocol/unlock/pull/13087

### Fixes, gas optimisations and refactoring

These changes are lower level and are noteworthy for advanced users and developers.

- Split code into a `governance` folder that contains all tools related to the maintenance of the protocol (deployments, contract verification, DAO proposals tooling, Uniswap tools, etc)
- Replace `UnlockUtils` dependencies by optimized Open Zeppelin implementation - https://github.com/unlock-protocol/unlock/pull/12852
- Upgrade dev tooling (looking for more help on this, there is an open bounty !)
- Remove dev reward/cut when purchasing a key https://github.com/unlock-protocol/unlock/pull/12700
- Add unchecked scopes on math operations (gas optimisation) https://github.com/unlock-protocol/unlock/pull/12542
- New Solidity version 0.8.21 (creating issues on some chains that wont support new `PUSH0` evm opcode -see [https://www.zaryabs.com/push0-opcode/](https://www.zaryabs.com/push0-opcode/) ) https://github.com/unlock-protocol/unlock/pull/12703
- Fix potential overflow when merging keys https://github.com/unlock-protocol/unlock/issues/12553

## Upgrading across chains: The DAO proposal

The upgrade will be sent using a cross-chain proposal, following the [pattern recently introduced and tested](https://www.tally.xyz/gov/unlock/proposal/1926572528290918174819693611122933562560576845671089759587616947457423587439?chart=0) for Unlock Protocol governance across chains. Through a single proposal, the protocol upgrade will be carried on six different networks : Optimism, Gnosis, Polygon, Arbitrum, BNB Chain, and mainnet. The remaining chains will be upgraded through the secondary workflow using Unlock Labs multisigs.

### How the DAO proposal for a protocol upgrade works

The DAO proposal will contain all calls necessary to be executed on the supported chains. Before sending the proposal, we will deploy the implementation contracts for `Unlock` version 13 and `PublicLock` version 14, as well as the new `UnlockSwapBurner`contract. Then the DAO proposal contains 4 calls for each chain:

- Upgrade Unlock contract to the latest version (through `ProxyAdmin` contract)
- Call `addLockTemplate` to set v14 template
- Call `setLockTemplate` to update `publicLockVersion` default version to v14
- Call `setSwapBurner` to set `swapBurnerAddress` on Unlock

After/if the voting period ends successfully, the DAO proposal can be executed, sending all calls to their destination chains through Connext bridges. The call will be held for a cooldown period of 7 days. You can read more about the process in this [dedicated post](https://unlock-protocol.com/blog/crosschain-connext-safe).

### Timeline for the next steps

- Mid January 2024: Deploy protocol upgrade on the Sepolia network for testing
- Late January 2024: DAO proposal submitted for production deployment

## Upgrading your lock contract

If you are a lock manager, you will need to upgrade your lock contract to take advantage of the new features and improvements. To do so, follow the instructions provided in the [Unlock documentation](https://unlock-protocol.com/blog/lock-v12-release).

If you have any questions or issues with the upgrade process, please reach out to our support team at [support@unlock-protocol.com](mailto:support@unlock-protocol.com).


Improved mechanics for UDT token governance, improvements in existing features, gas optimisations and bug fixes

Unlock Protocol Upgrade Introduces Swap and Burn Mechanic

<p>We are releasing a new version of the core Unlock Protocol smart contracts. This upgrade includes improved mechanics for UDT token governance, several improvements in existing features, gas optimisations and bug fixes.</p>
<p>The main novelty is the new “swap and burn” feature that will allow fees collected by the protocol to be directly decrease the supply of UDT in circulation.</p>
<p>The new Unlock Version (v13) and PublicLock version (v14) will be released using a cross-chain DAO proposal that, once passed, will deploy the upgrade on multiple chains at once.</p>
<p><img src="/images/blog/protocol-upgrade-unlock-v13/swap-burn-share.png" alt="UDT Swap and Burn"></p>
<h2>Swap and Burn: Linking governance tokens and protocol fees</h2>
<p>The previous version of Unlock allowed for the collection of a fee by the protocol itself during the purchase of keys. This update introduces a way to use the collected fee to decrease the supply of UDT governance tokens that are in circulation - see https://github.com/unlock-protocol/unlock/issues/11677 ).</p>
<h3><strong>How it works</strong></h3>
<ul>
<li>Fees are collected by the Unlock contract when a membership or subscription key is purchased or extended</li>
<li>Fees are kept by the main Unlock contract, and can be denominated in any native or ERC20 currencies</li>
<li>By calling the <code>swapAndBurn</code> function, the collected fees are sent from the Unlock contract to a contract that will 1) convert the tokens for the collected protocol fees to UDT and 2) send those UDT tokens to a burn address</li>
</ul>
<p>In order to use this new Unlock feature, a <a href="https://www.tally.xyz/gov/unlock/proposal/100059804931848205636207929448466054900176756075596411717092086523182317853614?chart=0">proposal</a> was initiated to migrate the DAO’s UDT liquidity from the existing Uniswap V2 pool to a new V3 pool.</p>
<p>In earlier versions of the protocol, UDT governance tokens were distributed by the Unlock contract using a developer reward that is now deprecated and should be replaced by the protocol fee. The protocol fee is not enabled by default, and it will be up to the DAO to enable it now that the tools are in place.</p>
<h2>Other protocol changes in this protocol update</h2>
<p>Several other changes and improvements have been implemented in this set of updates.</p>
<h3>Minor changes in features</h3>
<p>These changes are user-facing and affect what Lock Managers can do.</p>
<ul>
<li>Introduces <code>setKeyExpiration</code> to allow a lock manager to update the timestamp of any existing keys freely ‣</li>
<li>Modifies <code>getHasValidKey</code> so a hook has a final say while determining the validity of a key https://github.com/unlock-protocol/unlock/pull/12543</li>
<li>Allows a lock manager to always transfer keys, even when transfers are disabled ‣</li>
<li>Disables fees for lock managers when transferring or sharing a key https://github.com/unlock-protocol/unlock/pull/13087</li>
</ul>
<h3>Fixes, gas optimisations and refactoring</h3>
<p>These changes are lower level and are noteworthy for advanced users and developers.</p>
<ul>
<li>Split code into a <code>governance</code> folder that contains all tools related to the maintenance of the protocol (deployments, contract verification, DAO proposals tooling, Uniswap tools, etc)</li>
<li>Replace <code>UnlockUtils</code> dependencies by optimized Open Zeppelin implementation - https://github.com/unlock-protocol/unlock/pull/12852</li>
<li>Upgrade dev tooling (looking for more help on this, there is an open bounty !)</li>
<li>Remove dev reward/cut when purchasing a key https://github.com/unlock-protocol/unlock/pull/12700</li>
<li>Add unchecked scopes on math operations (gas optimisation) https://github.com/unlock-protocol/unlock/pull/12542</li>
<li>New Solidity version 0.8.21 (creating issues on some chains that wont support new <code>PUSH0</code> evm opcode -see <a href="https://www.zaryabs.com/push0-opcode/">https://www.zaryabs.com/push0-opcode/</a> ) https://github.com/unlock-protocol/unlock/pull/12703</li>
<li>Fix potential overflow when merging keys https://github.com/unlock-protocol/unlock/issues/12553</li>
</ul>
<h2>Upgrading across chains: The DAO proposal</h2>
<p>The upgrade will be sent using a cross-chain proposal, following the <a href="https://www.tally.xyz/gov/unlock/proposal/1926572528290918174819693611122933562560576845671089759587616947457423587439?chart=0">pattern recently introduced and tested</a> for Unlock Protocol governance across chains. Through a single proposal, the protocol upgrade will be carried on six different networks : Optimism, Gnosis, Polygon, Arbitrum, BNB Chain, and mainnet. The remaining chains will be upgraded through the secondary workflow using Unlock Labs multisigs.</p>
<h3>How the DAO proposal for a protocol upgrade works</h3>
<p>The DAO proposal will contain all calls necessary to be executed on the supported chains. Before sending the proposal, we will deploy the implementation contracts for <code>Unlock</code> version 13 and <code>PublicLock</code> version 14, as well as the new <code>UnlockSwapBurner</code>contract. Then the DAO proposal contains 4 calls for each chain:</p>
<ul>
<li>Upgrade Unlock contract to the latest version (through <code>ProxyAdmin</code> contract)</li>
<li>Call <code>addLockTemplate</code> to set v14 template</li>
<li>Call <code>setLockTemplate</code> to update <code>publicLockVersion</code> default version to v14</li>
<li>Call <code>setSwapBurner</code> to set <code>swapBurnerAddress</code> on Unlock</li>
</ul>
<p>After/if the voting period ends successfully, the DAO proposal can be executed, sending all calls to their destination chains through Connext bridges. The call will be held for a cooldown period of 7 days. You can read more about the process in this <a href="https://unlock-protocol.com/blog/crosschain-connext-safe">dedicated post</a>.</p>
<h3>Timeline for the next steps</h3>
<ul>
<li>Mid January 2024: Deploy protocol upgrade on the Sepolia network for testing</li>
<li>Late January 2024: DAO proposal submitted for production deployment</li>
</ul>
<h2>Upgrading your lock contract</h2>
<p>If you are a lock manager, you will need to upgrade your lock contract to take advantage of the new features and improvements. To do so, follow the instructions provided in the <a href="https://unlock-protocol.com/blog/lock-v12-release">Unlock documentation</a>.</p>
<p>If you have any questions or issues with the upgrade process, please reach out to our support team at <a href="mailto:support@unlock-protocol.com">support@unlock-protocol.com</a>.</p>
