MEV-Boost heavily relies on centralized participants like relays. Paradigm has proposed an alternative architecture that enables direct, privacy-preserving communication between builders and proposers. This is based on a novel, non-interactive form of "silent" threshold encryption, which can utilize the existing BLS keys of validators.

Web3 wallets have become an essential tool for users looking to explore the world of cryptocurrencies. They serve as the gateway to interacting with blockchain networks and managing digital assets, making their security of utmost importance. In this article, we'll discuss the basics of Web3 wallets and introduce popular wallet types along with their potential risks.

This article introduces the Interwoven stack of Initia, which aims to support a modular blockchain ecosystem, particularly enhancing scalability and sovereignty through Optimistic Rollups. Initia provides an L1 platform that collaborates with multiple Minitias, these application-specific rollups can independently manage execution environments, control transaction ordering, and optimize gas fees. Through the OPHost and OPChild modules, as well as OPinit Bots, seamless interaction between L1 and L2 is achieved, ensuring security, flexibility, and efficient asset transfer.

AminoChain is a new project in the DeSci field that leverages blockchain technology to revolutionize the management of biological samples in the medical and scientific research sectors. It provides a decentralized "biobank" platform that allows patients and volunteers to upload biological samples for use by medical and research institutions, ensuring they receive appropriate compensation. The content discusses how AminoChain integrates its software package, AminoNode, with existing medical institution systems and how it enhances the transparency and efficiency of biological sample usage.

Recently, a liquid staking (LST) protocol called Windfall on Solana has creatively redefined the concept of "lowering barriers"—allowing users to feel as if they are playing a game rather than participating in DeFi.

The bridging landscape has come a long way in the last three years, with each new design improving scalability and capital efficiency. Intent-based bridges are the latest type, introduced for their improved UX and faster speed.

Monad Madness NYC startup competition reveals six award-winning projects, covering areas such as chain abstraction, meme culture, and decentralized leverage.

In addition to overall liquidity issues and liquidity distribution challenges, the Lightning Network is currently also faced with other challenges. In this article, we will continue to explore them and introduce the innovative solutions proposed by the community.

This article delves into the current state of token listings in the crypto market, specifically focusing on the impact of high listing fees on CEXs for projects and investors.

Crypto Pulse focuses on the latest developments in the cryptocurrency industry, delivering up-to-date market analysis and insights.

Learn about Mirada A.I., a blockchain project that tries to solve A.I. problem through communication and user autonomy.

Puffer Finance is a native liquid restaking protocol built on the EigenLayer foundation, aimed at enhancing Ethereum's Proof-of-Stake (PoS) performance and diversity. With Puffer, individuals can become validators with as little as 1 ETH, increasing the accessibility and decentralization of native restaking. Users can stake ETH and receive the platform’s native token, pufETH, to earn additional rewards through Ethereum’s PoS and restaking mechanisms. The protocol utilizes an advanced slashing mechanism to protect staked assets and employs capital-efficient strategies to maximize returns.

Several WBTC alternatives have emerged to bring Bitcoin liquidity to DeFi ecosystems across the cryptoverse. Discover the most prominent ones in this guide.

After a 0.54% decline, BTC rebounded above $59,500, with short-term support at that level. Bitcoin ETFs saw a net outflow of $110 million yesterday, while Ethereum ETFs recorded a net outflow of $14.79 million. Ripple introduced a cryptocurrency custody service aimed at supporting banks and fintech companies. Meanwhile, the U.S. IRS is facing a new lawsuit over its tax policy on cryptocurrency staking. Uniswap launched Unichain, a Layer-2 network based on Optimism technology, designed to accelerate decentralized finance (DeFi) transactions. Additionally, the fifth season of Optimism's airdrop saw active addresses surge to 38,000 yesterday, marking the highest level in nearly a year.

This article focuses on a key challenge currently faced by the Lightning Network: the liquidity issue. It is further divided into two aspects, the overall lack of liquidity in the network and the problem of liquidity distribution.