Here's a concise summary of the key updates from Firo this past week:

- **Confidential Layer Partnership**: Firo has partnered with Confidential Layer to create a bridge between public and privacy blockchains, enabling cross-chain transactions with full privacy using Spark Assets.

- **Liquidity Added to PancakeSwap v3**: $200k worth of liquidity has been added to PancakeSwap v3 on BNB Chain, expanding FIRO’s DeFi reach.

- **Aaron Day Interview**: Privacy advocate Aaron Day discusses the dangers of CBDCs and the role of privacy coins like Firo in safeguarding financial freedom.

- **Development Roadmap Discussions**: Firo is updating its roadmap for the next few years, and community input is encouraged.

- **New Developer Hired**: A new senior developer has joined the team to accelerate the development of Spark Assets.

- **Copa Monero Final**: Firo’s sponsored football team, Guarani, has reached the final of Copa Monero 2024.

- **Monerotopia 2024**: Firo will participate in Monerotopia 2024, a major privacy tech and crypto event in Mexico City this November.

These updates reflect Firo's ongoing efforts in privacy tech, liquidity expansion, and community engagement.