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ZeroSync to Bring ZK-Proofs to Expedite Bitcoin Validation
Swiss-based nonprofit, ZeroSync Association, is developing open-source tooling that enables users to validate the state of the Bitcoin network using zero-knowledge proofs (ZK-proofs) without downloading the entire blockchain. ZeroSync uses StarkWare's proprietary Zero-Knowledge Scalable Transparent Argument of Knowledge (zk-STARK) validity proofs to generate succinct ZK-proofs for the Bitcoin blockchain, promising to overhaul the process of verifying the Bitcoin blockchain, which still requires node operators to download a large amount of data to synchronize the correct state of the Bitcoin network.
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Fantom (FTM) Foundation CEO Reveals Exciting Plans for Sonic's Launch and Future Development
Michael Kong, CEO of Fantom Foundation, has unveiled the highly anticipated launch of Sonic, a groundbreaking blockchain technology that promises unparalleled scalability and security. With plans to create a shared sequencer for L1 and L2 chains and introduce simplified staking and liquid staking support, the Fantom team is poised to revolutionize the world of blockchain. Stay tuned for more exciting updates and partnerships in the coming weeks.
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Polygon Co-Founder Proposes zk-Powered ApeChain
A proposal for developing a dedicated Layer-2 chain, ApeChain, to support ApeCoin ecosystem’s growth was made within the ApeCoin DAO community by Sandeep Nailwal of Polygon Labs. The initiative aims to solve scalability issues and promote ApeCoin-integrated projects through a collaborative effort between ApeCoin DAO and Polygon Labs. Estimated at an annual cost of $200,000 funded by ApeCoin DAO, the proposal garnered support as well as raised concerns and queries from the community regarding its financial, technical, and strategic aspects.
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Ethereum Devs Launch Spadina Testnet, What Needs to be Perfected for ETH 2.0?
Ethereum developers have launched a short-term testnet, dubbed Spadina, in preparation for Ethereum 2.0 mainnet.
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Vitalik Buterin Announces Ethereum's Upcoming Milestones: Verkle Trees and History Expiry
Ethereum's network takes a major leap in scalability with the completion of the "Basic rollup scaling" milestone, paving the way for verkle trees and history expiry.
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Litecoin vs Ethereum: The 8 Differences that You Should Know
Litecoin and Ethereum have proven to be among the most fundamental digital assets in the crypto space. According to the Coin Market Cap, Ethereum is ranked the second most popular cryptocurrency after Bitcoin, whereas Litecoin is ranked seventh. Despite their popularity, their intentions are entirely different. It, therefore, becomes crucial to comprehend their unique aspects.
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Will DeFi Migrate to New Blockchain Platforms with the Surge in Ethereum Gas Prices?
The rise of DeFi in 2020 has made experts question whether Ethereum could sustain the sheer volume of transactions in the long run.
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Binance Research: Ethereum's Roadmap for Scalability and Decentralization
Binance Research reports Ethereum's focus on scalability and decentralization, with Layer-2 solutions and Danksharding being key components. The transition to Proof-of-Stake in 2023 leads to a 257.7% increase in mainnet data publishing fees.
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Why Vitalik Buterin Proposed 33% Increase in Gas Limit for Ethereum
Ethereum's Vitalik Buterin proposes a 33% increase in the gas limit to improve network throughput. This first change in three years aims to balance efficiency and stability, addressing scalability.
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Algorand Partners with Italian Economic Ministry to Advance Blockchain Initiatives
The Algorand Foundation of Singapore has signed a collaboration agreement with Fondazione Ugo Bordoni aimed at testing and advancing the groundbreaking open-source technology developed by its founder Silvio Micali.
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What Will Cryptocurrency Speeds Look Like in 2020?
Each year, more people are converted to the benefits of cryptocurrency. Some are spurred to make the change from traditional fiat currency based on the security and safety features that are present in the blockchains. Others are increasingly convinced it's the future of finance by the transaction speed that cryptocurrency offers.
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Binance Supports Optimism (OP) Network Upgrade and Hard Fork
Binance confirms support for Optimism (OP) network's upgrade and hard fork on January 12, 2024, enhancing Ethereum's Layer 2 scalability and efficiency.