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Week of October 10, 2022

Weirdo's Weekly Update — 10 October, 2022

Three weeks out from the New World Guardians NFT launch on November 1st, the team focuses on partnerships and community growth while tracking upcoming zkSync 2.0 and StarkNet launches. In Bangkok, they battle traffic after heavy rainfall and attend a meetup organized by travel YouTubers Chris Parker and Jerome.

What are we working on?

The team is in the final three weeks before launching the New World Guardians NFT series on November 1st. They're focusing on partnerships and growing their community through Twitter and Discord. Additionally, they completed an email course for cryptocurrency beginners set to launch that week.

Cryptos

Significant cryptocurrency developments are underway:

  • zkSync 2.0 Mainnet launches October 28 with confirmed airdrops for top applications
  • StarkNet expected to launch in October

The team notes these airdrops present opportunities for free cryptocurrency rewards. VirtualBacon's weekly newsletter provides additional details.

Bangkok News

The week included challenges and highlights:

  • Maja's laptop required repair, and severe traffic congestion lasted 2.5 hours following rainfall
  • Weather improved toward week's end with sunny forecasts anticipated
  • The team attended a meetup organized by YouTubers Chris Parker ("Retired, working for you") and Jerome ("Global Travel Mate"), connecting with other global travelers and Thailand enthusiasts

Tool of the Week

ExpressVPN is their recommended security tool for protecting data on public Wi-Fi networks. Originally purchased for travel to China, it enabled access to blocked applications while maintaining stability. The service supports multiple simultaneous device connections and works effectively with streaming platforms.

Current Habits

Leo's practices:

  • Headspace Meditation: 526 days
  • Language Learning (Spanish/Thai): 533 days

Maja's practices:

  • Duolingo (German): 760 days
  • Drops (Thai): 32 days

Something to Think About

Paul Graham: "Let's start with a test: Do you have any opinions that you would be reluctant to express in front of a group of your peers?" He questions whether coincidence explains aligned beliefs with peers.

Freya Stark: "There can be no happiness if the things we believe in are different from the things we do."