Blockchain is a system for storing information in such a way that it is difficult or impossible to edit, hack, or trick the system. A blockchain is essentially a digital ledger of transactions that is replicated and distributed across the blockchain’s complete network of computer systems.
Deutsche Telekom AG, the world’s fifth-largest telecommunications provider by revenue, is joining the NEAR ecosystem as part of its Enterprise Node Operators program. In its announcement, the German telecom giant stated it would play a "key role" as a validator for NEAR. It noted the collaboration broadens its “staking portfolio” ...
Paolo Ardoino, CEO of Tether, has dispelled rumours about the launch of an official "Tether Chain." In a recent post on X, he wrote, "Tether is not currently planning to create an official blockchain." I hear again few rumors about a Tether Chain. Tether is not planning to build an ...
Ethereum-based Oracle Chainlink has introduced new privacy-preserving technology designed to help financial institutions protect sensitive data during blockchain transactions. On October 22, Chainlink launched two major features aimed at facilitating blockchain adoption in the financial sector while ensuring end-to-end data privacy. The new offerings include the Blockchain Privacy Manager, which ...
Samsung is set to strengthen security in its AI-powered home appliances by incorporating more blockchain technology into its systems. In a blog post published on Monday, October 21, the tech giant announced its plan to extend the Knox Matrix framework—originally developed for mobile devices and TVs—to a broader range of ...
Euroclear, a leading global financial infrastructure provider, has entered the Asian market for the first time by acquiring a strategic stake in Marketnode, a Singapore-based firm focused on digital market infrastructure and blockchain technology. This move marks a significant step for Euroclear, as this investment is expected to help it ...
The NFT sector is set to benefit from the Ethereum Layer 2 network, as Mint Blockchain has been awarded a grant from Optimism Governance during the 28th cycle of its grant program. On October 15, Mint Blockchain announced in a post on X that Optimism has approved its grant request ...
Aptos Labs has announced its acquisition of HashPalette Inc., a subsidiary of HashPort Inc. and the developer of the Palette blockchain. According to the press release on October 3, this move is part of Aptos Labs' strategic initiative to enter and strengthen its presence in Japan's blockchain market. The blockchain ...
Jesse Walden, managing partner at Variant Fund, has predicted that the original "cypherpunk" principles guiding early smart contract platforms will likely diminish over the next decade as institutional adoption emphasises speed and regulatory compliance. In a blog post dated September 30, Walden reflected on how the first era of blockchain ...
Solana-based decentralised exchange aggregator Jupiter has acquired SolanaFM, a blockchain explorer backed by Etherscan. In a September 20 announcement on X, SolanaFM stated it will prioritise significantly enhancing Jupiter’s data and infrastructure capabilities while reassuring users that the platform will continue its normal operations. Founded in 2021, SolanaFM offers users ...
Google Cloud has unveiled a new Ethereum-compatible Remote Procedure Call (RPC) service to streamline blockchain development. Announced on September 18, this new service is expected to be a cost-effective alternative to managing node infrastructure. It enables decentralized applications(dApps) to interact directly with blockchain networks, beginning with support for the Ethereum ...
