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Ethereum validators may have to stake 64X more ETH, devs discuss
19.6.2023
The proposal received mixed reactions from the crypto community, with some users stressing that it would make the network more centralized
Microstrategy’s Saylor Envisions Bitcoin-Only Future for Crypto Industry as US Regulators Hammer the Sector
15.6.2023
According to Microstrategy founder Michael Saylor, regulators perceive no “legitimate path forward” for cryptocurrencies such as stablecoins, crypto securities, and tokens. In an interview with Bloomberg on Tuesday, Saylor emphasized that the entire industry is bound...
Crypto industry 'destined' to be BTC-focused due to regulators: Michael Saylor
14.6.2023
The MicroStrategy co-founder believes crypto-related regulatory enforcement action will play in Bitcoin's favor
How Bitcoin can help secure proof-of-stake blockchain protocols
12.6.2023
Stanford University professor David Tse has pioneered a way to use Bitcoin as a means to secure proof-of-stake blockchains
Tel Aviv Stock Exchange completes proof of concept to tokenize fiat and bonds
7.6.2023
In its proof of concept, TASE minted the first ERC-1155 security token representing a dummy digital government bond
Ethereum Validator Activation Queue Grows: 90,000+ Validators Waiting in Line
5.6.2023
Ethereum faces congestion for validators to enter and begin staking in the protocol. According to data from Wenmerge, an information dashboard, more than 90,000 validators are waiting to provide protocol validation services on Ethereum. This means a validator entering the queue today must wait more...
Quantum Computing Meets Blockchain: Scientists Propose New Version of Proof of Work Consensus – Future of Crypto?
2.6.2023
A newly published research paper from a team of researchers from Australian and American universities, in collaboration with quantum technology company BTQ, has proposed a new approach to the proof-of-work (PoW) consensus mechanism based on boson sampling.
The proposed proof-of-work system, known...
US debt ceiling, declining trust in banks send ETH staking to record highs
2.6.2023
The record surge in Ethereum staking in May was attributed to the ongoing U.S. debt ceiling saga, deterring confidence in USD, the downfall of banks and the high APR offered on the ETH staking
Proof of Talk: The Web3 Summit Powerplay at the Louvre Palace
2.6.2023
Mark your calendars for the 14th and 15th of June, 2023, as the Louvre Palace, Musée des Arts Décoratifs, Paris, prepares to host Proof of Talk, the pinnacle of Web3 leadership and networking events. With the rallying cry of ‘Bringing Back Trust into Web3’, this summit is poised to be...
Scientists propose quantum proof-of-work consensus for blockchain
1.6.2023
Boson sampling was once considered a problem looking for a solution. Now, it might be the bridge that brings quantum computing to the blockchain
Japan launches digital yen pilot project after second successful proof of concept
29.5.2023
With the end of the proofs of concept, the Bank of Japan has initiated its CBDC pilot and plans more to gather more public and business feedback
ASIC Heavyweights: These Are the Most Profitable Proof-of-Work Algorithms in 2023
24.5.2023
Eight months ago, there was a significant transformation in the realm of lucrative proof-of-work (PoW) mining algorithms when Ethereum made the transition from PoW to proof-of-stake (PoS). During that period, the prevailing consensus algorithms for mining were Kadena, Scrypt, and Cuckatoo32....
AI in the metaverse: How proof-of-identity provides human experiences
22.5.2023
As AI develops apace, concern about proof-of-humanity is growing
Proof of Talk: Gathering Web3’s Elite for a Unique Leadership Summit at Paris’s Louvre Palace in June
22.5.2023
PRESS RELEASE. Tickets are now on sale in limited quantities for Proof of Talk – www.proofoftalk.io, the highly anticipated gathering, poised to bring together the most influential thought leaders in the Web3 industry. This groundbreaking event will take place on June 14th and 15th at...
Texas Lawmakers Pass Proof-of-Reserves Cryptocurrency Bill
19.5.2023
The Texas legislature passed a bill this week requiring cryptocurrency exchanges to provide a “proof of reserves,” the latest move by the lone star state.
HB-1666, co-sponsored by state Republicans Rep. Giovanni Capriglione and Sen. Tan Parker, applies to digital asset service providers that...
Texas proof-of-reserve bill passes through the Senate
19.5.2023
The legislation would oblige exchanges to maintain reserves “in an amount sufficient to fulfill all obligations to customers.”
Bitcoin and proof-of-stake have natural ‘synergy’: Bitcoin Builders 2023
18.5.2023
Stanford University professor David Tsè said his team’s research had revealed a security property between Bitcoin and proof-of-stake protocols
Ethereum Staking Needs Its (Honest) LIBOR
17.5.2023
Swell incorporates Chainlink Proof of Reserve
17.5.2023
Swell with immense pleasure in officially announcing having incorporated Chainlink Proof of Reserve (PoR) on Ethereum. This is to be able to ascertain the fact that the swETH tokens are supported by staked ETH on a 1:1 ratio. In the recent past, the entity had similarly declared the incorporation...
Coinbase Works to Fix Wallet Support for Ethereum Staking Withdrawals Stuck in Limbo
9.5.2023
According to Coinbase’s customer support, “Our systems currently do not support deposits to Coinbase ETH addresses from external validators… Funds may be stuck until we are able to support these transactions.”