[Ethereum Node Operator Risk Standard Certification Released, Blockdaemon Joins Its Working Group] On September 1, Blockdaemon joined the release of the industry's "first" Ethereum (ETH) Node Operator Risk Standard (NORS) certification, establishing a new benchmark for operational security and risk management for Ethereum node operators. In addition, Blockdaemon has now joined the NORS development working group, which "collaborates in the development, iteration, and maintenance of the standard to keep it relevant and accurate." It is reported that the NORS certification simplifies "the due diligence process for banks and large institutions on Ethereum pledges."