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The Filecoin network is set to undergo the NV23 upgrade, also known as 'Waffle', aimed at improving network performance and integration with the broader blockchain ecosystem. South Korean exchange Upbit will temporarily freeze Filecoin (FIL) deposits and withdrawals starting August 6 to ensure a smooth transition during the upgrade. Users need not worry about their assets as services are expected to resume once the upgrade is complete. The upgrade will bring benefits such as faster transaction processing, simplified storage additions, and support for legacy Ethereum transactions. Stay tuned for updates on the NV23 upgrade and service resumption through official channels.

Lava Network has launched its public mainnet with $2 million in incentive pools from supported ecosystems, attracting high-quality infrastructure providers like Google Cloud. The mainnet debut features the community-first launch of the LAVA token, aiming to increase decentralization and participation. With support from Filecoin Network, Starknet Foundation, and Cosmos Hub, Lava Network focuses on providing quality nodes to boost interoperability and network reliance. Illia Polosukhin, Co-Founder of NEAR Protocol, praised Lava Network for decentralizing the NEAR RPC layer and improving the experience for developers and users.

Filecoin's upcoming 'Waffle' upgrade, NV23, is set to enhance the network's performance and integrate Ethereum transactions, aiming to improve storage efficiency and broaden ecosystem integration. Key features include a soft launch of Fast Finality, support for legacy Ethereum transactions, and a non-interactive proof of replication to streamline the sector sealing process. These improvements are expected to accelerate network growth, open cross-chain applications, and reduce transaction confirmation times. Additionally, Filecoin is collaborating with AI projects to advance decentralized AI infrastructure, emphasizing its role in the AI data storage space.

AAVE has silently achieved a doubling of its Total Value Locked (TVL) to a remarkable $21 billion this year. With active loans, revenue, and fees surging, AAVE is outpacing market capitalization growth, establishing itself as a major player in the Web3 lending market. Over three years, AAVE has secured a 50% market share, driven by stablecoin integration, asset support expansion, and resilience through market cycles. A new fee switch and token buyback proposal, if implemented, could further enhance AAVE's economic model and investor appeal. Despite shifting trading volumes towards SOL, AAVE remains at the forefront of the $ETH lending market, showing less sector-specific risk compared to UNI in the DEX sector. AAVE's growth and strategic moves highlight its dominance in the Web3 lending space, with potential model changes set to strengthen its position as the decentralized finance landscape evolves.

Filecoin's price surges with the announcement of the Waffle network update, set for August 2024, promising performance enhancements and new capabilities. The update includes support for Ethereum transactions and a non-interactive proof of replication. Filecoin's strategic partnership with SingularityNET aims to revolutionize AI data storage, positioning Filecoin as a leading DePIN project for AI. The price rally is supported by an increase in trading volume and positive technical indicators, with the potential to break resistance levels for continued growth.