Blockchain

Blockchain is the underlying technology for almost all cryptocurrencies. It is a distributed ledger jointly maintained by decentralized nodes around the world. Blockchain is hailed as "the trust machine", enabling trustless peer-to-peer payments. Blockchain will become the infrastructure for the next generation of the Internet - Web 3.

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What is ThirdWeb?
Intermediate

What is ThirdWeb?

ThirdWeb is a comprehensive web3 development platform that simplifies the creation, deployment, and management of decentralized applications (dApps) across multiple blockchains.
8/29/2024, 3:36:47 PM
In-Depth Analysis of Polymarket, SX Bet, Pred X, and Azuro Prediction Markets
Intermediate

In-Depth Analysis of Polymarket, SX Bet, Pred X, and Azuro Prediction Markets

The philosophy behind prediction markets is intriguing. Participants, aiming for profit, view free markets as the most effective information aggregation system, thus making predictions about real-world events. Cryptocurrencies have significantly reduced transaction friction in prediction markets, providing a better and more efficient market mechanism. Moreover, the concepts of smart contracts and AMMs have introduced enhanced market mechanisms to prediction markets.
8/29/2024, 10:36:59 AM
An Introduction to Registration-Based Encryption
Advanced

An Introduction to Registration-Based Encryption

The article provides an in-depth analysis of the challenges associated with linking identities to public keys in public key cryptography and proposes three solutions: public key directories, identity-based encryption (IBE), and registration-based encryption (RBE). It discusses the application of these solutions in blockchain technology, including their impact on anonymity, interactivity, and efficiency. The article also explores the advantages and limitations of each method, such as IBE's reliance on a strong trust foundation and RBE's optimization of on-chain storage requirements. By comparing these approaches, readers gain a better understanding of the challenges and trade-offs involved in building secure, decentralized systems.
8/29/2024, 10:21:54 AM
From Infrastructure Layer to Consumer Applications: A Comprehensive Overview of the Solana Ecosystem
Advanced

From Infrastructure Layer to Consumer Applications: A Comprehensive Overview of the Solana Ecosystem

This Solana ecosystem overview aims to provide an in-depth analysis of the rapidly developing Solana ecosystem by categorizing and organizing over 250 of the most active projects, ranging from the infrastructure layer to consumer applications.
8/29/2024, 8:59:54 AM
Understanding Ronin: A Comprehensive Overview
Intermediate

Understanding Ronin: A Comprehensive Overview

This article delves into the Ronin chain, an EVM-compatible Layer-1 blockchain optimized for NFTs and gaming. By building a community-driven Play-to-Earn gaming ecosystem, it has attracted significant attention from both Web2 and Web3 gamers. The article analyzes how Ronin has enhanced its security by migrating to a DPoS consensus mechanism and expanding its validator network following a bridge hack. It also discusses how Sky Mavis is fostering innovation in the Ronin ecosystem through partnerships with popular game IPs and plans to integrate zkEVM (Zero-Knowledge Ethereum Virtual Machine) to enable games to launch and operate their own Layer-2 chains on the Ronin network without permission, driving the ecosystem's growth and development.
8/29/2024, 7:34:36 AM
Is everything really moving towards AppChains?
Intermediate

Is everything really moving towards AppChains?

The article analyzes the trend of dApps shifting towards AppChains and the economic and strategic considerations behind this move. It explores the business model challenges faced by dApps, the limitations of their revenue sources, and their role in value creation and distribution within the broader transaction supply chain. The article presents three solutions: becoming an AppChain, selecting an L1/L2 to return value, and implementing application-specific ordering mechanisms. It discusses the cost-effectiveness and potential value of each solution and delves into the concepts of chain abstraction and application-specific ordering, highlighting how these ideas can offer new value capture opportunities for dApps.
8/28/2024, 2:00:16 PM
 The Next Growth Driver for Stablecoins Surpassing Trillions in Market Value
Intermediate

The Next Growth Driver for Stablecoins Surpassing Trillions in Market Value

Blockchain is fundamentally an extension of payment scenarios. Stablecoins play a crucial role not only in the cryptocurrency market but also in global payments and cross-border settlements. The introduction of the Taproot Assets protocol suggests a vast potential for stablecoins in high-frequency, low-value payment scenarios and indicates the possibility of widespread adoption of stablecoins as a regular means of payment.
8/28/2024, 7:16:39 AM
Aave, the Core Pillar of Decentralized Finance and Onchain Economy
Intermediate

Aave, the Core Pillar of Decentralized Finance and Onchain Economy

This article introduces the functions and classifications of Dex Trading Bots, their applications in the cryptocurrency market, and discusses in detail their advantages and future development potential in Meme coin trading and high-frequency trading.
8/27/2024, 4:00:11 PM
Overcoming Bitcoin's Limits: A Complete Guide to Auditing BTC Layer2 Scaling
Intermediate

Overcoming Bitcoin's Limits: A Complete Guide to Auditing BTC Layer2 Scaling

This article explores BTC Layer2 scaling solutions, including the Lightning Network, Sidechains, and Rollup technologies, which facilitate fast, low-cost transactions while maintaining the decentralization and security of the BTC network. The Lightning Network enhances transaction speed and privacy through payment channels and off-chain transactions, while Sidechains like CKB and Stacks offer independent and innovative features through two-way pegging. Rollup technology increases throughput by processing large volumes of transactions off-chain, despite challenges in settlement time and computational resources.
8/27/2024, 9:39:03 AM
Breaking the Bitcoin Bottleneck: A Comprehensive Audit Guide to BTC Layer2 Scaling Technology
Intermediate

Breaking the Bitcoin Bottleneck: A Comprehensive Audit Guide to BTC Layer2 Scaling Technology

This article discusses BTC Layer2 expansion solutions, including Lightning Network, side chain, Rollup and other technologies, which achieve fast and low-cost transactions through different mechanisms, while also ensuring the decentralization and security of the BTC network. The Lightning Network improves transaction speed and privacy with its payment channels and off-chain transactions, while sidechains like CKB and Stacks provide independent and innovative functionality through two-way pegs. Rollup technology improves throughput by processing large volumes of transactions off-chain, despite facing challenges in settlement time and computing resources.
8/27/2024, 8:49:07 AM
An Overview of the Morpho Lending Protocol
Intermediate

An Overview of the Morpho Lending Protocol

Morpho started as an optimization layer on top of Aave and Compound, enhancing lending rates with its peer-to-peer matching algorithm. It has since evolved into a standalone financial infrastructure. The lending layer, Morpho Blue, facilitates the creation of efficient lending markets without requiring permission and enables the addition of modular layers on top, offering various risk profiles and specialized lending services. With its permissionless framework, adaptable incentive structures, and precise asset tracking, Morpho introduces new innovations to the DeFi lending landscape.
8/27/2024, 7:55:43 AM
Social media for startup founders: A practical guide to building an online presence
Intermediate

Social media for startup founders: A practical guide to building an online presence

Social media use is often likened to indulging a sweet tooth, but for most startup founders, establishing a social presence is a critical task. These platforms are essential for researching audiences, fostering organic growth, building a brand, and effectively spreading messages. Starting from scratch involves setting clear goals, identifying the target audience, and measuring success.
8/27/2024, 1:52:46 AM
Solana Internet: How Blinks technology is changing the crypto game
Intermediate

Solana Internet: How Blinks technology is changing the crypto game

This article provides an in-depth analysis of the intrinsic connection between Solana Actions and Blinks technology and its application potential in multiple scenarios, looks forward to how this technology can promote the wider adoption of Solana and blockchain technology, and explores how Blinks technology can revolutionize our relationship with The way blockchain interacts, and analyzes the intrinsic connection between Solana Actions and Blinks technology and its application potential in multiple scenarios.
8/27/2024, 1:38:26 AM
Two Trading Models: AMM vs. CLOB
Intermediate

Two Trading Models: AMM vs. CLOB

This article explores the phenomenon where the majority of trading volume on the Solana chain is handled by Automated Market Makers (AMMs) rather than Central Limit Order Books (CLOBs), challenging the traditional perception of CLOB's role in the future of DeFi. The analysis covers the dominance of AMMs in long-tail asset markets, Solana's advantages in offering fast and low-cost trading experiences, and how Layer 2 solutions might provide new opportunities for CLOBs.
8/27/2024, 1:29:53 AM
Parallel EVM Research Summary: Ecosystem and Features Explained
Intermediate

Parallel EVM Research Summary: Ecosystem and Features Explained

This article explores Parallel EVM technology, and its applications and potential in blockchain. It has attracted attention and investment from leading venture capital firms. Parallel EVM supports more complex and efficient blockchain applications through comprehensive performance optimization, achieving differentiation in the open-source ecosystem while balancing decentralization and high-performance needs. The article analyzes the technical challenges of Parallel EVM, such as data consistency, state access efficiency, and transaction conflict detection, and introduces unique solutions from projects like MegaETH and Artela.
8/27/2024, 1:20:53 AM

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