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Delegated proof-of-stake (DPoS), explained
25.6.2024
Learn how delegated proof-of-stake (DPoS) brings a democratic evolution in blockchain consensus mechanisms
VC Darling Crypto Sui Makes Waves With Market Debut, Price Sinks 37% From All-Time High
5.5.2023
A buzz has been generated around a new layer one (L1) proof-of-stake blockchain initiative named Sui, following the network’s mainnet debut on May 3, 2023. The native token SUI has been listed on various cryptocurrency exchanges, drawing attention to the project. On the same day the network...
Ronin to execute updates regarding slashing rules during the DPoS shift
11.4.2023
Ronin recently announced two key updates to ensure a smooth transition to the DPoS upgrade. The network will pause the Ronin bridge and update its slashing rules during the shift. The bridge will be paused to prevent unexpected issues during the sift. The pause will be brief and will be executed...
Free from Tron: Steemit’s Blockchain Fork Hive Outperforms Steem Token Value
29.3.2020
For weeks now, the cryptocurrency community has been fervently discussing the recent acquisition of the Steemit blockchain. Skeptics believe that the Tron takeover has shown significant vulnerabilities with delegated-proof-of-stake (DPoS) projects. Following the takeover, the community still...
Binance Apologizes to the Steem Community; Unveils a DPoS Vulnerability
11.3.2020
Binance cryptocurrency exchange has garnered critical acclamation from the community owing to its take on the recent hostile takeover of the Steem blockchain network. The renowned crypto exchange has issued multiple apologies and statements concerning the takeover event and its involvement...
Tron’s Steemit Acquisition Exposes Delegated-Proof-of-Stake Centralization
3.3.2020
The Steemit community is mired in controversy over the recent Tron takeover that managed to change the Steem blockchain’s governance. Steem witnesses attempted to soft fork the blockchain on February 24 to remove the powerful voting power Tron and Steemit hold. However, the soft fork...
Binance Labs Leads $5.7 Million Series A for DPOS Blockchain Maker Dapix
5.9.2019
Binance Labs has led a $5.7 million round for Dapix , a startup that wants to simplify crypto wallet addresses across the industry
Blockchain Scalability: Current Challenges and Potential Solutions
31.8.2019
While blockchain scalability is one of the biggest hurdles to mass adoption, the existing consensus mechanisms come with their own set of tradeoffs. To decentralize nonfinancial blockchains as well, we’re going to need novel approaches to secure their decentralized networks