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Base Introduces Private Transactions with Zero-Knowledge Infrastructure
Coinbase's Base is set to implement private transactions using zero-knowledge technology, allowing users to control their transaction visibility, according to Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong.
THORChain Launches Cross-Chain Swaps with Base Integration
THORChain has introduced support for Base chain, enabling cross-chain swaps with other supported networks. This integration expands THORChain's capabilities in the decentralized finance ecosystem.
Arkham Integrates Coinbase's Layer 2 Chain Base
Arkham Intelligence has added support for Base, the Layer 2 chain developed by Coinbase, enhancing onchain activity monitoring.
Circle's Euro-Backed Stablecoin EURC Launches on Base
Circle's EURC stablecoin is now live on the Base mainnet, enabling developers and users to mint and redeem EURC. Supported by major partners like Coinbase and Uniswap.
Circle's Euro-Backed Stablecoin EURC to Launch on Base
Circle is set to introduce EURC, its euro-backed stablecoin, on the Base network, enhancing the ecosystem with faster and cheaper commerce solutions.
OneFootball and Animoca Brands Launch 'OneFootball Club' to Reward Global Fan Loyalty on Base
OneFootball partners with Animoca Brands to launch 'OneFootball Club' on Base, rewarding fan engagement with unique benefits.
Base Layer-2 Protocol Shatters DEX Trading Volume Record with $1.21B Surge
Base, a prominent layer-2 Ethereum scaling solution, set a new trading volume milestone of $1.21 billion on decentralized exchanges, spearheaded by activity on Uniswap.
Optimism (OP) Prepares for Canyon Hardfork Across Superchain Testnets on November 14
OP Labs Team announces Canyon hardfork for Superchain testnets, November 14, incorporating Shanghai and Capella updates, bug fixes, and EIP-1559 changes. Node operators must upgrade systems.
Coinbase's Base Bootcamp Launches to Address Onchain Developer Shortage
Base, an Ethereum layer-2 network, has announced the launch of Base Bootcamp, an eight-week, cohort-based program aimed at transforming experienced software developers into smart contract developers. The initiative comes as the blockchain industry faces a significant talent gap, with fewer than 30,000 onchain developers compared to nearly 30 million traditional software developers.
Ethereum's Layer 2s Break New Ground in Scalability
Ethereum has seen a 22% rise in value as of September 2023, largely attributed to the emergence of Layer 2 solutions like BASE by Coinbase, which enhance scalability and user affordability on the network. Leading Layer 2 blockchains, Optimism and Arbitrum, have surpassed major Layer 1 blockchains in Total Value Locked, indicating a growing trust and utilization in the Ethereum ecosystem. Despite centralization concerns, the progressive strides in Layer 2 solutions are poised to bolster Ethereum's standing as a dominant smart contract blockchain.
Friend.Tech Boosts Security with CoolWallet on Base Chain
Friend.tech, a decentralized social network on Base's Ethereum layer-2 chain, has seen rapid growth but also faces security risks from phishing attacks. To address this, CoolWallet has launched a Web3 Guardian competition to promote its Web3 SmartScan feature, which screens transactions for malicious behavior.
Ethereum Layer 2s Surpass Prominent Layer 1s in Total Value Locked
The surge of Layer 2 solutions like Arbitrum, Optimism, and BASE, overtaking Layer 1 blockchains Solana and Avalanche in terms of Total Value Locked (TVL) as of September 25, 2023, highlights the pivotal role of Layer 2s in augmenting the scalability and transactional efficiency of the Ethereum network. The data underscores a growing preference for Layer 2 solutions, demonstrating their potential in enhancing the blockchain technology landscape.
Ethereum ERC-4337 Account Abstraction Grant Round Recipients Announced
The Ethereum Foundation has awarded grants to 18 teams in its ERC-4337 Account Abstraction grant round, supporting projects focused on ERC-4337. Notable recipients include ZeroDev Kernel, Skandha Bundler, and MynaWallet, which integrates with the Japanese Government-Issued ID Card. These grants promote modularization, diverse blockchain applications, and enhance the Ethereum network's capabilities.
OKX NFT Adds Base, Linea Support, Beyond Ethereum, Optimism, Polygon
OKX expands NFT Marketplace compatibility to 17 blockchains, including Base and Linea, enhancing interoperability and composability, and utilizing over 11 blockchain networks as a centralized hub for NFT transactions.
USDC will integrate into Polkadot, NEAR, Base, Cosmos' Noble, and Optimism this September
Circle, the creator of USDC stablecoin, is expanding its reach to six new blockchain ecosystems, including Base, Cosmos via Noble, NEAR, Optimism, and Polkadot, solidifying its market leadership.