# Ambassador's Tuesday *Ambassadors Edition #167* By [Ambassadors](https://newsletter.ambassadors.gg) · 2025-02-04 farcaster, base, warpcast --- **GM from the Farcaster Trenches!** Hey, it’s Kyle Patrick here, bringing you the latest updates and insights straight from the frontlines of the Farcaster ecosystem. Let’s dive into what’s shaping the week ahead and celebrate the incredible work happening across our community! **Today's Updates:** * **FARCON Applications Open**: Apply now for FARCON 2024, featuring Builders Day and Summit tickets. Side events are free—don’t miss out! * **Builder+ Launches**: Talent Protocol’s upgraded Builder Score onchain now offers automatic syncing, exclusive perks, and a limited-time discount. * **Ohara Goes Live**: Segall’s new platform lets you turn ideas into crypto-enabled apps in minutes, complete with embedded wallets and Apple Pay funding. * **Clankpad Expands**: Create tokens Farcaster-wide with Clankpad, earning 60% of fees as a creator and supporting channel owners. * **Hypersub Updates**: Membership profiles now feature all tiers, members, drops, and rewards on a single page for easier management. * **Snapchain Testnet Live**: Farcaster’s Snapchain testnet is live, processing millions of messages and paving the way for scalability and UX improvements. ![](https://storage.googleapis.com/papyrus_images/6c97b1c0364b618877930493bea7360f.png) Stories from the Trenches ========================= 1\. FARCON Applications Are Now Open! ------------------------------------- The wait is over—**FARCON** is back, and applications are officially open! Here’s what you need to know: * **How to Apply**: Submit your application via [Deform](https://farcon.deform.cc/apply/). * **Tickets**: This year, there are two ticket types—**Builders Day** and **Summit**. Once whitelisted, claim your tickets via **Unlock Protocol**. * **Pro Tip**: Apply early! No tickets are needed for side events or social gatherings. For more details on the application process, visit [farcon.nyc/tickets](http://farcon.nyc/tickets). Got questions? Reach out to [**tickets@farcon.nyc**](mailto:tickets@farcon.nyc). FARCON is just **3 months away**! 2\. Builder Score Onchain Evolves into Builder+ ----------------------------------------------- Talent Protocol has upgraded **Builder Score onchain** to **Builder+**, offering a smoother user experience and new perks. Here’s what’s new: ![](https://storage.googleapis.com/papyrus_images/218e8eb90ae18b9839e04faac53d1dc6.png) * **Automatic Sync**: No more manual syncing—your Builder Score stays up to date effortlessly. * **Exclusive Perks**: * Access to **Builder Perks** * **+3 Builder Score** * **10% Vault APR** * Refresh your profile on demand * Exclusive **Builder+ member badge** * More features coming soon **Limited-Time Offer**: * **Discounted Membership**: Just **0.001 ETH ($3)/month** for a limited time (regular price: 0.003 ETH/month). * **First Month Free**: If you minted your Builder Score onchain in the last 30 days, your first month is free! Upgrade to **Builder+** today and unlock a world of benefits: [app.talentprotocol.com](http://app.talentprotocol.com) 3\. Introducing Ohara: Build Onchain Apps in Minutes ---------------------------------------------------- Segall has [introduced](https://warpcast.com/segall/0xd0e42b9c) **Ohara**, the easiest way to turn any idea into a crypto-enabled app. With features like **Privy embedded wallets**, **Apple Pay funding**, and more, Ohara takes onchain development to a new level of seamlessness. ![](https://storage.googleapis.com/papyrus_images/3b4d993563dfa075b0bd744b3d6a7d2d.png) Now, you can go from **text prompt to app** in minutes. Ready to build? Get started today at [ohara.ai](http://ohara.ai). 4\. Clankpad Now Available Farcaster-Wide! ------------------------------------------ Exciting news: **Clankpad** is now [live](https://warpcast.com/mcbain/0x5fa08bfe) across all of Farcaster! When you tag **@clankpad** to create a token in any channel: * **Creators** earn **60% of the fees** (up from 40% when tagging @clanker). * **Channel Owners** earn **10% of the fees**. This update makes it easier and more rewarding to create tokens while supporting both creators and channel owners. If you encounter any issues, please tag **@clankpad** for assistance. 5\. Hypersub Introduces Updated Membership Profiles --------------------------------------------------- Hypersub has rolled out a [new feature](https://warpcast.com/nonlinear.eth/0xc6b2449e): **updated membership profiles**. Now, you can find everything you need on a single page—**all tiers**, **members**, **drops**, and **rewards** in one place. ![](https://storage.googleapis.com/papyrus_images/7594a0abc2fdbf690c6514ebcb8ec27b.png) This update makes managing and exploring memberships easier and more intuitive than ever. Check it out today on [hypersub.xyz](http://hypersub.xyz)! 6\. Snapchain Testnet Goes Live ------------------------------- The **Snapchain testnet** [launched today](https://warpcast.com/v/0x2e6bddc8), and it’s already off to a strong start: over **20,000 blocks** have been produced, with **a million messages** processed. This real data from mainnet is being mirrored to test Snapchain’s integrity and performance. **Why Snapchain Matters**: * **Solves Sync Issues**: Snapchain addresses many of the sync challenges Farcaster developers face today. * **Scalability**: Once live, Snapchain will provide the foundation to scale Farcaster to millions of users. * **UX Improvements**: Snapchain enables zero-cost signers, app-based storage, and other innovative features that require a strongly ordered network. This is a major step forward for Farcaster, and the team is excited for what’s to come. Next stop: **mainnet**! * * * Disclaimer: This article is for entertainment and informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Investing in cryptocurrencies and NFTs carries risks, including the potential loss of your entire investment. --- *Originally published on [Ambassadors](https://newsletter.ambassadors.gg/167)*