# June 2024 Dev Update: 🔥 2M Cross-Chain Transactions 🔥 Interchain Amplifier, ITS Farcaster Frame with Axelar GMP  🏗️

Welcome to the June 2024 Axelar Developer Newsletter. You can subscribe to the [Axelar Developer Newsletter](https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/215012/103202424602232757/share) to get direct updates.

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## Celebrating 2 Million Cross-Chain Transactions and 13 million Blocks

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Special thanks to all the protocols, builders, and early adopters who have contributed to the growth of the Axelar ecosystem! We now have over 1.5 million testnet [transactions](https://testnet.axelarscan.io/). 🦾 This is just the beginning ⏩ Visit [https://axelarscan.io](https://axelarscan.io) for more.

## **Developer Content Highlights**

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We've just published several relevant technical articles and documentation updates.

### **Amplifier**

* [Verifier rewards:](https://obgjzx.clicks.mlsend.com/ty/cl/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjIxNTAxMixcImxcIjoxMjUzOTIyODE1MDQwNTYzNzMsXCJyXCI6MTI1MzkyMjg5MTkyMjE2MjE5fSIsInMiOiIzN2RkMzBhN2UwOWIxZWY4In0) Understand the Amplifier rewards contract.
    
* [Rewards for Amplifier cha](https://obgjzx.clicks.mlsend.com/ty/cl/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjIxNTAxMixcImxcIjoxMjUzOTIyODE1MDkyOTkyNTQsXCJyXCI6MTI1MzkyMjg5MTkyMjE2MjE5fSIsInMiOiJkNDM4ODliNWVjOGMyN2Q3In0)[in integrators:](https://obgjzx.clicks.mlsend.com/ty/cl/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjIxNTAxMixcImxcIjoxMjUzOTIyODE1MDQwNTYzNzMsXCJyXCI6MTI1MzkyMjg5MTkyMjE2MjE5fSIsInMiOiIzN2RkMzBhN2UwOWIxZWY4In0) Learn how to add funds to the rewards pool of an Amplifier-integrated chain.
    

### **ITS**

* [Interchain Token S](https://obgjzx.clicks.mlsend.com/ty/cl/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjIxNTAxMixcImxcIjoxMjUzOTIyODE1MDkyOTkyNTQsXCJyXCI6MTI1MzkyMjg5MTkyMjE2MjE5fSIsInMiOiJkNDM4ODliNWVjOGMyN2Q3In0)[ervice Roadmap:](https://obgjzx.clicks.mlsend.com/ty/cl/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjIxNTAxMixcImxcIjoxMjUzOTIyODE1MDQwNTYzNzMsXCJyXCI6MTI1MzkyMjg5MTkyMjE2MjE5fSIsInMiOiIzN2RkMzBhN2UwOWIxZWY4In0) Our roadmap includes migrations to governance, deploying advanced token management features, and expanding support for more chains.
    

### **Axelar Gas Service**

* [Est](https://obgjzx.clicks.mlsend.com/ty/cl/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjIxNTAxMixcImxcIjoxMjUzOTIyODE1MjE4ODIxNjgsXCJyXCI6MTI1MzkyMjg5MTkyMjE2MjE5fSIsInMiOiJmYmQ2MTUxNGU0OWE3NmM1In0)[imate and Pay Ga](https://obgjzx.clicks.mlsend.com/ty/cl/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjIxNTAxMixcImxcIjoxMjUzOTIyODE1MDQwNTYzNzMsXCJyXCI6MTI1MzkyMjg5MTkyMjE2MjE5fSIsInMiOiIzN2RkMzBhN2UwOWIxZWY4In0)[s:](https://obgjzx.clicks.mlsend.com/ty/cl/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjIxNTAxMixcImxcIjoxMjUzOTIyODE1MjE4ODIxNjgsXCJyXCI6MTI1MzkyMjg5MTkyMjE2MjE5fSIsInMiOiJmYmQ2MTUxNGU0OWE3NmM1In0) Learn how gas estimation works, types of Axelar gas [](https://obgjzx.clicks.mlsend.com/ty/cl/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjIxNTAxMixcImxcIjoxMjUzOTIyODE1MjE4ODIxNjgsXCJyXCI6MTI1MzkyMjg5MTkyMjE2MjE5fSIsInMiOiJmYmQ2MTUxNGU0OWE3NmM1In0)payment and how you can pay gas
    

### **Additional chain support**

* [Axelar Adds S](https://obgjzx.clicks.mlsend.com/ty/cl/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjIxNTAxMixcImxcIjoxMjUzOTIyODE1MDQwNTYzNzMsXCJyXCI6MTI1MzkyMjg5MTkyMjE2MjE5fSIsInMiOiIzN2RkMzBhN2UwOWIxZWY4In0)[upport for Polygon Amoy and Linea Sepolia:](https://obgjzx.clicks.mlsend.com/ty/cl/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjIxNTAxMixcImxcIjoxMjUzOTIyODE1MjcxMjUwNDksXCJyXCI6MTI1MzkyMjg5MTkyMjE2MjE5fSIsInMiOiI3ZGYyMThmYzFhZmU3ZTRlIn0) Axelar now supports Polygon Amoy (Sepolia) and Linea Sepolia on testnet.
    

## **Developer Event Highlights**

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The Axelar team has been traveling the world to empower developers. Here are a few highlights from our talks:

* [Build](https://obgjzx.clicks.mlsend.com/ty/cl/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjIxNTAxMixcImxcIjoxMjUzOTIyODE1MjE4ODIxNjgsXCJyXCI6MTI1MzkyMjg5MTkyMjE2MjE5fSIsInMiOiJmYmQ2MTUxNGU0OWE3NmM1In0) [a Farc](https://obgjzx.clicks.mlsend.com/ty/cl/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjIxNTAxMixcImxcIjoxMjUzOTIyODE1MjcxMjUwNDksXCJyXCI6MTI1MzkyMjg5MTkyMjE2MjE5fSIsInMiOiI3ZGYyMThmYzFhZmU3ZTRlIn0)[aster Frame to bridge ERC-20 token with ITS](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dmM1M2LM_zQ)
    
* [Lagos Blockchain week](https://youtu.be/gIh4j8iQAN8?t=7511)
    
* [Send Cross-](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZHsA1KDxyeo)[chain Messages with](https://obgjzx.clicks.mlsend.com/ty/cl/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjIxNTAxMixcImxcIjoxMjUzOTIyODE1MjE4ODIxNjgsXCJyXCI6MTI1MzkyMjg5MTkyMjE2MjE5fSIsInMiOiJmYmQ2MTUxNGU0OWE3NmM1In0) [Axelar G](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZHsA1KDxyeo)[MP](https://obgjzx.clicks.mlsend.com/ty/cl/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjIxNTAxMixcImxcIjoxMjUzOTIyODE1MjE4ODIxNjgsXCJyXCI6MTI1MzkyMjg5MTkyMjE2MjE5fSIsInMiOiJmYmQ2MTUxNGU0OWE3NmM1In0)
    

## Upcoming event: How to Build an Advanced ITS Token

In this workshop, you will learn about building advanced cross-chain contracts with ITS. Join us for a walkthrough on how to build a customized ERC20 token equipped with cross-chain functionality. We will then deploy an upgradeable token with advanced functionality. 

Inspired by real-world use cases, the token can take two forms: an advanced token for chains where regulators may approve you to operate and a more straightforward canonical token that can be upgraded to the more advanced token when you're approved to operate on that chain.

Don’t forget to set a reminder [here](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=omaO6u4p8xA) for the event!

We have a lot more planned for the upcoming months, so you don’t want to miss out. To stay up to date on the latest Axelar news, make sure you are [subscribed](https://obgjzx.clicks.mlsend.com/te/cl/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjIxNTAxMixcImxcIjoxMDU0NTg5MjgyODI3NjQ0NzcsXCJyXCI6MTA1NDU4OTU3NjQwNzk1Njc5fSIsInMiOiJiMTA2MzFhZmZmYTA4Yzk4In0) to this Developer Newsletter.