In recent times, attacks against crypto wallets managed by MetaMask have notably intensified. As users' assets are exposed, the platform aims to enhance its security measures.
The crypto industry is constantly evolving. The emergence of Layers 2, solutions designed to improve Ethereum's scalability and efficiency, is a hot topic. However, as with any innovation, dangers lurk. Vitalik Buterin, one of the brightest minds behind Ethereum, sheds light on these potential dangers.
Although criticized for its carbon footprint, crypto mining, and bitcoin mining in particular, is a profitable business. It is dominated by large, financially powerful companies. But the operation remains accessible to a handful of independents, some of whom are renowned for their efficiency.
In a recent report, the UN looks at the energy consumption of Bitcoin, highlighting a close link between the price of BTC and its energy consumption. But what is the reality?
Enabling the creation of private accounts in Ethereum is the goal of Nocturne Labs. In a seed funding round that raised $6 million, the specialist in anonymous transactions received support from several notable entities, such as Robot Ventures, Bankless Ventures, and more. To the surprise of many, Vitalik Buterin, co-founder of Ethereum, reached into his pocket to support the project.
After outlining a comprehensive strategy to spearhead the development of blockchain-powered tools and Web3 solutions that leverage and extend the reach of emerging AI technologies, MultiversX, the leading layer-1 smart contract platform, has announced a strategic partnership with Google Cloud, the global public cloud leader, renowned for exceptional artificial intelligence…
Lugano, 17 October 2023 – Gabbani, the esteemed Lugano-based hospitality company, is unveiling a new project that will help propel Lugano’s status as the leading European blockchain hub. This initiative combines sustainable energy practices with cryptocurrency mining and aims to harness the excess energy from Gabbani’s food production facilities for a…
Ethereum Fails to Attract Validators: Recent statistics have shown that Ethereum is no longer a strong magnet for validators, which has surprised many crypto observers.
About 6 months from now, the Bitcoin halving, which is the 'halving' of rewards given to miners working with the Bitcoin protocol, is set to take place. The Bitcoin halving has been the subject of various speculations and analyses, with discussions ranging from the potential price increase of BTC to the challenges miners might face, as well as systemic effects. JP Morgan predicts that this event will have a negative impact on the profitability of mining operations.
Between China and the United States, the hatchet has never been buried. The trade war initiated by the two superpowers in 2018 took on a different form a year later. Since 2019, analysts have renamed this Sino-American antagonism the 'technology war.' It began with a decree banning Chinese technologies meant for equipping American 5G companies. Packs of sanctions followed this restriction, unfortunately creating a boomerang effect. Electronic giants specializing in bitcoin mining chips like Intel and Nvidia are suffering.
Les transactions anonymes sont-elles devenues un élément capital dans la cryptoshère de demain ? À voir les récentes améliorations chez Solana, cette commodité peu appréciée par les régulateurs des marchés financiers l’intégrera bientôt. La version 1.16 de ce protocole inclura également d’autres fonctionnalités non moins alléchantes. Détails ! Solana change, la version…
Découvrez les opinions de Justin Bons sur la gouvernance de la blockchain Ethereum et sur l’univers de la crypto en général.
The advent of BitVM promises to bring a new dimension to the Bitcoin sphere, introducing Ethereum-style smart contracts. This innovation could bridge the gap between the capabilities of the two leading blockchains, while preserving the fundamental characteristics of Bitcoin.
“Polygon in a Rough Patch? The news of Jaynti Kanani's departure comes in a context where the company is gearing up to launch Polygon 2.0. Of the 4 individuals behind this sidechain project aimed at evolving the parent Ethereum blockchain, 2 have departed, within a 6-month interval. What's really happening? Let's investigate!
No cryptocurrency transaction should go unnoticed by the Bank for International Settlements (BIS), as they develop a suitable system to track cryptocurrency exchange flows throughout the European territory. Several European central banks have joined them in this initiative. Let's take a closer look!
Nym Technologies, the a16z-backed pattern protection privacy company, is proud to announce the launch of the biggest-ever privacy bootcamp, Shipyard – a six-week event packed with lectures and hands-on workshops designed to inspire and empower the next generation of privacy activists, advocates, builders, and visionaries.
Vitalik Buterin, who had recently engaged in extensive discussions about the possibility of integrating even more features into Ethereum, has once again made waves in the cryptosphere. In his view, Ethereum staking pool operator DAOs could be the source of a major systemic crisis. Let's take a closer look!
The European Union is to fork out nearly €1 million (in fiat or crypto?) to assess the environmental impacts of cryptocurrencies and bitcoin mining activities. Does this mean that Brussels prefers strict regulation of these activities to the ban? In any case, crypto-enthusiasts will be sure to follow the progress of this study, especially the publication of the first reports. The fate of bitcoin mining and crypto activities in Europe will in fact depend on it.
The Internet Computer Protocol Asia Alliance offers a Web3 Ecosystem Focused on Promoting Adoption, Fostering Collaboration, and Fueling Innovation
The BIS and the central banks of France, Singapore and Switzerland have successfully concluded Project Mariana.
September 27th, 2023: The International Cricket Council and the Near Foundation today announced a groundbreaking first of its kind technology partnership that will utilise the NEAR Web3 ecosystem to deepen cricket fans engagement with the game across the world.
Zilliqa is a public blockchain known for its use of sharding, a scaling technique that enhances the ability of certain blockchains to process a high volume of transactions in parallel. This ultimately increases their throughput and performance. The strategic alliance between Zilliqa and Google Cloud is expected to have a positive impact on the overall efficiency of this network.
Bitmain will supply Core Scientific with 27,000 latest generation bitcoin miners and signs new hosting agreement
Things are looking up for the American miner Core Scientific, which has been on the brink of bankruptcy for a year.
In the face of a diverging path of U.S. dollar inflation from its usual trajectory, the United States Federal Reserve (FED) finds itself in a delicate situation. While the digital dollar project seemed to be the first line of defense, the FED now appears to be turning to a 'Plan B': the tokenization of real-world assets (RWA). Why such a pivot, and what can be expected from it?
'Web2 is not safe,' comments Curve Finance, which also fell victim to a cryptocurrency hack resulting in a loss of $52 million at the end of July. Balancer, a decentralized finance (DeFi) protocol deployed on Ethereum, has reported a recent attack on its frontend resulting in the loss of $238,000 in cryptocurrencies. Thus, the list of DeFi hacks continues to grow. Let's break it down!
The Terra storm heavily impacted the Bitcoin price and several crypto projects, including Celsius Network. In July 2022, the crypto lender formerly led by Alex Mashinsky declared bankruptcy, with a balance sheet burdened by over $4.7 billion in debt to its users. However, the Celsius team remained resilient during these challenging times. Recently, the bankruptcy court gave the green light for the execution of the financial restructuring plan for this crypto company. To top it off, Celsius acquired a Bitcoin mining site in Texas.
Founded in July 2021, Massa Ecosystem has emerged as a major player in the blockchain space. Its primary goal: solving the trilemma of performance, decentralization, and security. The success of Massa Ecosystem hinges on a unique combination of high performance, Web3 innovations, and support for projects. In this article, discover how Massa sets itself apart by offering an unparalleled blockchain experience through the Massa Quest dashboard, emphasizing community participation and rewards.
Celsius Mining LLC to Acquire and Operationalize Core Scientific’s Partially Developed Ward County Bitcoin Mining Data Center Site; Companies Agree to Settle All Existing Litigation
The Global Web3 Ecosystem is set to unite under the banner of “Switzerland United”, an 11-day extravaganza, from September 7th-17th 2023, that combines the forces of the NFT Fest Lugano, NFT Lakeside Unconference and the Swiss WEB3FEST.