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.
Jesse Walden, founder and managing partner at Variant, has argued that smart contract blockchains may move away from some of the values that shaped early crypto. In a blog post published in September 2024, Walden said the first decade of smart contract blockchains was built around Bitcoin-era ideas such as ...
Read moreDetailsSolana-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 ...
Read moreDetailsGoogle 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 ...
Read moreDetailsThe fundraising for Hack VC's third investment fund has been very successful and exceeded expectations. The fund is now considered "oversubscribed," as it has raised over $77 million, even though it's slightly below its target of $80 million. This information, reported by Fortune, comes from SEC filings and internal documents. ...
Read moreDetailsTokenize Xchange (Tokenize), a leading digital asset exchange in Southeast Asia, has announced a strategic investment from Animoca Brands in its blockchain project, Titan Chain. This investment is seen as a major boost to Tokenize’s ecosystem, with plans to enhance its blockchain infrastructure and expand its presence in high-growth markets. ...
Read moreDetailsAs Nigeria positions itself as a leader in technological advancement, the Algorand Foundation has become a key player in the country's blockchain development efforts. With the Nigerian government introducing the National Blockchain Policy in 2023, a framework was established to drive the adoption of blockchain technology across various sectors. The ...
Read moreDetailsBlockchain analytics firm Nansen has acquired popular non-custodial staking service, Stakewithus, as part of its moves to diversify its product offering. In its press release, the analytics firm claimed that this acquisition marks a significant expansion of its capabilities as it allows users to not only analyze blockchain data and ...
Read moreDetailsGerman technology giant Siemens has issued its second set of blockchain-based digital bonds. The bonds, valued at €300 million, are part of the company's move to solidify its position in the distributed ledger market, according to a recent press release. Siemens emphasized that it is building on the success of ...
Read moreDetails21.co, the parent company of 21Shares, has launched its Wrapped Bitcoin product, 21BTC, on the Ethereum blockchain. This significant development, announced on September 3, comes through a collaboration with Flow Traders, a leading global market maker. According to the announcement, 21. co's Wrapped Bitcoin (21BTC) is designed with institutional-grade security ...
Read moreDetailsSouth Korean tech giant Naver is set to debut its first crypto wallet, Naver Pay Wallet, through a collaboration with the sports-centric blockchain platform Chiliz Chain. The Chiliz team announced in an X post on August 30, 2024, that their blockchain would be the first platform Naver's new wallet supports. ...
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