Big update for Percolator 🧵🪡 1/10:
Two full sprints merged // Oracle security //Pricing engine // Formal verification // SDK upgrade // Audit fixes.
Here's everything that we shipped ↓
Our community hasn't just been stress testing Devnet ->
they've been finding bugs, flagging edge cases, and making real contributions to the Percolator risk engine.
That feedback loop is why we ship better.
And while all of this is happening -> we've been quietly testing Mainnet flows.
Toly built the Percolator risk engine.
We're building the infrastructure on Solana that brings it to life.
First look at the Mainnet trade UI 👇
The Percolator team is all about shipping daily and keeping the community in the loop with transparent updates -> while building everything fully open source.
We genuinely care about what we’re building: the technology, the product quality, and most importantly, bringing Toly’s vision to life.
We’re equally committed to our token holders. Our goal is to deliver real, sustainable utility that creates lasting value & we are focused on doing it the right way: step-by-step, calculated, and strategically.
To everyone who has supported us so far and to those who will continue this journey with us, thank you. We’re just getting started, and we’re incredibly excited to create and scale Percolator to its full potential together.
🧵🪡 1/8:
Percolator is live on Devnet
Toly's vision: https://t.co/R9TPzfoG9B for perps. Launch perpetual futures markets for any solana token in 60 seconds
Everything's open source, testable right now
In 1998, archaeologists uncovered an ancient Korean tomb containing the mummified body of a 30-year-old man named Eung-Tae Lee. On his chest was a love letter from his pregnant wife to the father of her unborn child. The translation of the letter is as follows:
"To Won's Father
June 1, 1586
You always said, 'Dear, let's live together until our hair turns gray and die on the same day!' How could you pass away without me? Who should I and our little boy listen to and how should we live? How could you go ahead of me?
How did you bring your heart to me, and how did I bring my heart to you? Whenever we lay down together, you always told me, 'Dear, do other people cherish and love each other like we do? Are they really like us?' How could you leave all that behind and go ahead of me?
I just cannot live without you. I just want to go to you. Please take me to where you are. My feelings toward you I cannot forget in this world, and my sorrow knows no limit. Where would I put my heart in now, and how can I live with the child missing you?
Please look at this letter and tell me in detail in my dreams. Because I want to listen to your saying in detail in my dreams, I write this letter and put it in. Look closely and talk to me.
When I give birth to the child in me, who should it call father? Can anyone fathom how I feel? There is no tragedy like this under the sky.
You are just in another place, and not in such deep grief as I am. There is no limit and end to my sorrows that I write roughly. Please look closely at this letter and come to me in my dreams and show yourself in detail and tell me. I believe I can see you in my dreams.
Come to me secretly and show yourself. There is no limit to what I want to say, and I stop here."
In the annals of human history, there are stories that captivate the imagination, tales of extraordinary individuals who defy societal norms and leave an indelible mark on the world. One such remarkable story is that of Chang and Eng Bunker, the original Siamese twins. Born in 1811 in Siam (present-day Thailand), Chang and Eng were joined at the chest by a band of flesh and cartilage, an unusual condition that would shape the course of their lives.
From an early age, Chang and Eng exhibited an unwavering determination to live life to the fullest, despite the physical limitations imposed upon them. In 1829, they embarked on an incredible journey that would take them across the globe and make them world-famous. They set out as a curiosity act, displaying their unique physiognomy to audiences in various countries.
Their tour lasted for three years, during which time they gained international recognition and were photographed by renowned photographers. One such photograph, taken in 1865, captures the twins in their dignified pose, a testament to their resilience and unwavering spirit. This image, frozen in time, continues to fascinate and evoke a sense of awe.
Following their global travels, Chang and Eng decided to settle down in North Carolina, a state that would become their adopted home. In the town of Traphill, they purchased a farm and embraced a quieter existence. It was during this period that they embarked on a new chapter of their lives—one that would surprise and intrigue many.
In 1843, Chang and Eng Bunker took the remarkable step of marrying a pair of sisters, Adelaide and Sarah Yates. The marriages, though unconventional, proved to be enduring and fruitful. Over the years, the two couples formed a close-knit family unit, raising their children together and creating a unique household.
The twins' relationships with Adelaide and Sarah were not without challenges, but they weathered the storms with resilience and love. Together, the two couples defied societal expectations, proving that love and companionship could thrive in even the most unconventional circumstances. In total, Chang and Eng fathered 21 children, an astonishing testament to their ability to lead fulfilling lives, both as individuals and as part of a larger family unit.
As time passed, Chang and Eng Bunker became respected members of their community, immersing themselves in local affairs and contributing to the development of North Carolina. They successfully engaged in agricultural pursuits, operated a successful general store, and even owned slaves—a stark reminder of the complicated history and moral landscape of the era.
Tragically, on January 17, 1874, Chang Bunker passed away due to complications from pneumonia. Despite the immense grief, Eng continued to persevere and care for their large family. However, just hours after Chang's passing, Eng also succumbed to his own condition, leaving behind a legacy that would endure for generations.
The story of Chang and Eng Bunker is not just one of physical uniqueness, but also a testament to the triumph of the human spirit. They overcame the limitations imposed by their conjoined bodies and embraced life with a sense of adventure and perseverance. Their relationships, marriages, and children exemplified the power of love, acceptance, and the human capacity to forge bonds of strength and resilience.
Today, the memory of Chang and Eng Bunker lives on. Their story continues to be shared and studied, captivating audiences and inspiring others to embrace life's challenges with courage and determination. Their legacy is a reminder that the human experience is rich and diverse, and that even in the face of adversity, there is beauty to be found.
Earth's climate history is written in sedimentary rock & ice cores. Geologist Professor Ian Plimer says scientific study shows how climate follows long-term natural cycles. He debunks misleading climate activism in this expert story of real climate. https://t.co/ucQueUmTCo
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