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Why ERC-4337 Matters: Exploring the Ethereum Standard
ERC-4337 is a new standard in the Ethereum ecosystem that enables the creation of abstract accounts. Let’s explore how it works and who could benefit from it.
Blur NFT marketplace review
An anonymous developer, known by the nickname PacmanBlur, created an NFT trading platform. In a matter of months, it had overwhelmed trading giants including OpenSea, Rarible and SuperRare. How could he accomplish it, and what’s the key to Blur’s success?
What is a USD Coin?
USD Coin is a digital dollar issued by Circle and Coinbase Global cryptocurrency exchange. It is the second-largest stablecoin by market capitalization after Tether.
MimbleWimble: Litecoin’s spell for privacy
Ever heard of MimbleWimble? If not, you might need to dive into a Harry Potter book or two. It’s a term used by wizards who want to prevent their enemy from casting a spell correctly.
An overview of the Quant Network project and the QNT token
The Quant Network refers to a UK-based project which aims to address blockchain’s interoperability. It facilitates user-to-user information and token exchange by fusing DEX registries into a massive shared network.
Coinbase’s Base blockchain review
Coinbase has just announced the launch of its second-level Ethereum blockchain network, called Base. The project is currently in testing mode. Find out what Base is and what you can expect from it.
Siemens to use Polygon blockchain
Siemens, the German technology giant, has made an agreement with Polygon. Now the electrical conglomerate will issue its bonds on blockchain.
Bitcoin Cash: The modernized bitcoin
In contrast to the other bitcoin forks, Bitcoin Cash does not appear as a project that is parasitizing on the success of BTC. This is an excellent example of a genius kid being lucky
What is Cosmos (ATOM) blockchain?
The Cosmos blockchain is a network of parallel, independent distributed ledgers supported by Byzantine Fault Tolerant algorithms. The Cosmos blockchain aims to create a sustainable channel to improve interoperability between blockchains.
Etherisc project and DeFi insurance
DeFi applications are not limited to token swaps and NFT trading. Peer-to-peer networks could be used to create any decentralized projects, including insurance ones.
XRP Classic: an investment asset or a scam?
Launched in December 2022, XRP Classic surged 400% in less than a month, attracting the attention of retail investors. Let’s take a look at why experienced traders ignore this asset.
What is Filecoin, and what are the prospects for the FIL token
Filecoin is an open-source, decentralized storage protocol built on top of IPFS, a distributed system for accessing files, websites, and applications.
Brian Armstrong is faithful to his woman and his crypto exchange
If we compare business to an RPG game, where each character has a certain role, then Brian Armstrong is a tank. But on soft tracks.
Chiliz has launched Chain 2.0
The Chain 2.0 upgrade was released by Platform Chili. The blockchain is now based on the PoS consensus algorithm and differs from the previous version in terms of cheaper costs and energy efficiency.
Why do some cryptocurrencies have an infinite supply?
The variety of cryptocurrencies is limited only by the imagination of their creators. Some cryptocurrencies are tokens, while others are coins; some can be staked, while others cannot. There are cryptocurrencies with a limited supply as well as cryptocurrencies with an infinite emission.
What is TVL and how to calculate it?
TVL stands for Total Value Locked and refers to the total amount of cryptocurrency held in smart contracts. Although this indicator is typically expressed in USD, but some protocols consider it in ETH.
Why create digital twin cities
Virtual cities are online spaces created with 3D digital twin technology. These aren’t just places for users to walk; this technology solves a variety of real-world issues.
Digital identity: a threat to privacy or benefit?
Governments all over the world are working to improve digital identification capabilities. They explain this by expressing concern for people’s comfort.
What is a double-spend attack
A double spend attack, also known as double spending, refers to fraudulent activities carried out on the blockchain when an attacker attempts to make a transaction and then delete the data about it from the registry.
Jihan Wu: The King of Global Mining
Jihan Wu is the co-founder and chairman of Chinese mining-chip giant Bitmain Technologies. He owns 20% of the company, which is worth $12 billion.
What is the Kyber Network protocol and how does it work
Kyber Network is a decentralized multichain liquidity aggregator that facilitates the exchange of tokens without an intermediary.
What mixers still operate after the Tornado Cash shutdown?
Tornado Сash was the most popular crypto mixer. It processed the money of hundreds of thousands of users every month. After the sanctions were imposed on a protocol and the wallets associated with it, some users struggled to find a good alternative.
Top 5 Metaverse tokens for earning
Metaverse tokens are a type of digital currency that Metaverse projects issue in order for users to make virtual purchases ranging from land to clothing. While some tokens can only be used in metaverses, others can be traded on cryptocurrency exchanges.
Coinbase wallet boosts security
Hacks and phishing attacks prompted Coinbase Wallet devs to enhance user security. So now Coinbase Wallet features: ?transaction preview to avoid unwanted token swaps. ?malicious dApps alerts. ?alerts in case of unauthorized access to your token balance. ?push notifications about the upcoming token burn. Good job! But to reach full control, the wallet should also report price slippage. This will be the highest zen of trading.
Bankrupt Alameda sues bankrupt Voyager
FTX’s lawyers prepared a $445.8 million suit against Voyager Digital, for loan repayments that Alameda made shortly before Voyager went bankrupt. We have extensively covered this story of “unlove” earlier. The comedy of the situation is that bankrupt Alameda accuses bankrupt Voyager Digital of using the money of creditor’s clients, i.e. Alameda. But the key point is that Alameda itself granted the loan from the FTX funds, which actually belonged to the customers of the curly-haired swindler’s exchange. Like a drowning swimmer, Sam is dragging everyone down with them. Does he really believe that would help them climb up to the top?
