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#blockchain

Ethereum Pioneer's New 'Time Machine' Makes Transactions Conditional on Future Events

Ethereum will now allow smart contracts to execute based on uncertain future events, enhancing programmability and flexibility.

Blockchain Solutions in Finance, Law, and Gaming: Ali Nariman's Perspective

Blockchain technology enhances transparency, efficiency, and security across industries, particularly finance.
Ali Nariman emphasizes tailored blockchain solutions for unique organizational needs.

Ethereum then and now: 10 years later - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Ethereum transformed blockchain technology and redefined decentralized applications and smart contracts over the last decade.
It faced significant challenges initially but persisted and thrived, evolving as a key platform in the cryptocurrency ecosystem.

From Code to Intelligence: How Yeager.ai is Building Internet-Native Smart Contracts | HackerNoon

Yeager.ai is revolutionizing smart contracts by integrating AI with blockchain, addressing connectivity and comprehension challenges inherent in current systems.

Ripple Will Soon Add Ethereum Compatible Smart Contracts to XRP Ledger

Ripple is introducing Ethereum-compatible smart contracts to the XRP Ledger, enhancing its capabilities significantly.

The Agoric Ecosystem: A Look at Blockchain Innovation and Growth | HackerNoon

Agoric simplifies blockchain interactions with its Hardened JavaScript and dual-token model, enhancing security and efficiency for developers and users.

Ethereum Pioneer's New 'Time Machine' Makes Transactions Conditional on Future Events

Ethereum will now allow smart contracts to execute based on uncertain future events, enhancing programmability and flexibility.

Blockchain Solutions in Finance, Law, and Gaming: Ali Nariman's Perspective

Blockchain technology enhances transparency, efficiency, and security across industries, particularly finance.
Ali Nariman emphasizes tailored blockchain solutions for unique organizational needs.

Ethereum then and now: 10 years later - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Ethereum transformed blockchain technology and redefined decentralized applications and smart contracts over the last decade.
It faced significant challenges initially but persisted and thrived, evolving as a key platform in the cryptocurrency ecosystem.

From Code to Intelligence: How Yeager.ai is Building Internet-Native Smart Contracts | HackerNoon

Yeager.ai is revolutionizing smart contracts by integrating AI with blockchain, addressing connectivity and comprehension challenges inherent in current systems.

Ripple Will Soon Add Ethereum Compatible Smart Contracts to XRP Ledger

Ripple is introducing Ethereum-compatible smart contracts to the XRP Ledger, enhancing its capabilities significantly.

The Agoric Ecosystem: A Look at Blockchain Innovation and Growth | HackerNoon

Agoric simplifies blockchain interactions with its Hardened JavaScript and dual-token model, enhancing security and efficiency for developers and users.
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#cybersecurity

Backdoor slipped into popular code library, drains ~$155k from digital wallets

A supply-chain attack on solana-web3.js led to hackers stealing $155,000 through compromised versions of the library.

Malicious Obfuscated NPM Package Disguised as an Ethereum Tool Deploys Quasar RAT

A malicious npm package was found that installs Quasar RAT, posing a significant threat to developer security and system integrity.

Backdoor slipped into popular code library, drains ~$155k from digital wallets

A supply-chain attack on solana-web3.js led to hackers stealing $155,000 through compromised versions of the library.

Malicious Obfuscated NPM Package Disguised as an Ethereum Tool Deploys Quasar RAT

A malicious npm package was found that installs Quasar RAT, posing a significant threat to developer security and system integrity.
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#rootstock

Launch a Token on Rootstock: Leverage Bitcoin's Security with Smart Contracts | HackerNoon

Create and deploy a Bitcoin-based token on Rootstock using Solidity and a DApp.

From Hodling to Putting Bitcoin to Work With Sidechain: Bitcoin 2.0 | HackerNoon

Rootstock is crucial for expanding Bitcoin's utility beyond transactions, enabling smart contracts and DeFi applications while preserving Bitcoin's core principles.

Get Started with Rootstock With This Beginner's Guide | HackerNoon

Rootstock enables Ethereum-style smart contracts on Bitcoin, enhancing its ecosystem through merged mining and compatibility with DeFi.

Deploying Hybrid Smart Contracts on Rootstock | HackerNoon

Rootstock offers a secure foundation for DeFi applications by leveraging Bitcoin's security and Ethereum's flexibility through Chainlink oracles.

How to Deploy Smart Contracts on Rootstock in 5 Minutes with Thirdweb | HackerNoon

Thirdweb simplifies dApp development on Rootstock by providing an SDK and automatic contract verification, allowing developers to deploy with ease.

Launch a Token on Rootstock: Leverage Bitcoin's Security with Smart Contracts | HackerNoon

Create and deploy a Bitcoin-based token on Rootstock using Solidity and a DApp.

From Hodling to Putting Bitcoin to Work With Sidechain: Bitcoin 2.0 | HackerNoon

Rootstock is crucial for expanding Bitcoin's utility beyond transactions, enabling smart contracts and DeFi applications while preserving Bitcoin's core principles.

Get Started with Rootstock With This Beginner's Guide | HackerNoon

Rootstock enables Ethereum-style smart contracts on Bitcoin, enhancing its ecosystem through merged mining and compatibility with DeFi.

Deploying Hybrid Smart Contracts on Rootstock | HackerNoon

Rootstock offers a secure foundation for DeFi applications by leveraging Bitcoin's security and Ethereum's flexibility through Chainlink oracles.

How to Deploy Smart Contracts on Rootstock in 5 Minutes with Thirdweb | HackerNoon

Thirdweb simplifies dApp development on Rootstock by providing an SDK and automatic contract verification, allowing developers to deploy with ease.
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Study Uncovers Efficient Cross-Chain Option Protocol With Reduced Latency | HackerNoon

HTLC-based options can significantly reduce transaction transfer times by implementing an efficient hashlock mechanism.
#ethereum

Crypto wallet-draining attacks necessitate security rethink

Cryptocurrency attacks on the rise, exploiting Ethereum's CREATE2 opcode.
CREATE2 allows for efficient smart contract deployments but is being exploited for draining wallets.

BitReXe: Enabling Parallel VMs on Bitcoin Network

Ethereum's EVM executes transactions sequentially for security, which hinders its parallel implementation, while Bitcoin may soon introduce a parallel VM layer 2.

EOF: Ethereum's Biggest EVM Update Since Genesis

EOF represents a significant update to Ethereum's EVM, aiming to improve developer experience and efficiency for smart contracts.

Internet Computer-Based 'Bitfinity EVM' Launches as Bitcoin L2, Supports Runes

Bitfinity enables asset bridging between Bitcoin and other blockchains via Internet Computer, integrating with ICP's tech stack for Ethereum's Solidity applications.

How to Build a Decentralized "Buy Me a Coffee" Smart Contract on Ethereum

The article discusses creating a decentralized tipping dApp on Ethereum, focusing on enabling creators to receive ETH tips.
It highlights the potential for personalized interactions and ease of scalability in decentralized applications.

How Ethereum Transactions Work (Explained Like You're 5 Years Old) | HackerNoon

Ethereum exists to overcome Bitcoin's limitations and support advanced smart contracts for applications.
It enables innovative technological advancements beyond simple transactions.

Crypto wallet-draining attacks necessitate security rethink

Cryptocurrency attacks on the rise, exploiting Ethereum's CREATE2 opcode.
CREATE2 allows for efficient smart contract deployments but is being exploited for draining wallets.

BitReXe: Enabling Parallel VMs on Bitcoin Network

Ethereum's EVM executes transactions sequentially for security, which hinders its parallel implementation, while Bitcoin may soon introduce a parallel VM layer 2.

EOF: Ethereum's Biggest EVM Update Since Genesis

EOF represents a significant update to Ethereum's EVM, aiming to improve developer experience and efficiency for smart contracts.

Internet Computer-Based 'Bitfinity EVM' Launches as Bitcoin L2, Supports Runes

Bitfinity enables asset bridging between Bitcoin and other blockchains via Internet Computer, integrating with ICP's tech stack for Ethereum's Solidity applications.

How to Build a Decentralized "Buy Me a Coffee" Smart Contract on Ethereum

The article discusses creating a decentralized tipping dApp on Ethereum, focusing on enabling creators to receive ETH tips.
It highlights the potential for personalized interactions and ease of scalability in decentralized applications.

How Ethereum Transactions Work (Explained Like You're 5 Years Old) | HackerNoon

Ethereum exists to overcome Bitcoin's limitations and support advanced smart contracts for applications.
It enables innovative technological advancements beyond simple transactions.
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#funding

Atom Accelerator Puts Weight Behind CosmWasm Coalition, Offers Matching Funding With Neutron | HackerNoon

Atom Accelerator and Neutron are jointly funding $500,000 to support CosmWasm's development, crucial for the Cosmos ecosystem's functionality and growth.

Staking technology provider Kiln raises $17 million in rare crypto funding round | TechCrunch

VC investments in crypto companies are down 68% in 2023 compared to 2022.
Kiln, a French crypto startup, raised $17 million in funding and provides infrastructure-focused products for staking in the crypto space.

Atom Accelerator Puts Weight Behind CosmWasm Coalition, Offers Matching Funding With Neutron | HackerNoon

Atom Accelerator and Neutron are jointly funding $500,000 to support CosmWasm's development, crucial for the Cosmos ecosystem's functionality and growth.

Staking technology provider Kiln raises $17 million in rare crypto funding round | TechCrunch

VC investments in crypto companies are down 68% in 2023 compared to 2022.
Kiln, a French crypto startup, raised $17 million in funding and provides infrastructure-focused products for staking in the crypto space.
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5 Minutes is All You Need to Deploy Your Very First Smart Contract to Polkadot Using This Method | HackerNoon

Deploying Solidity smart contracts to Polkadot's Asset Hub requires using MetaMask and the Westend test network.
Users must configure MetaMask with specific settings for the Asset Hub parachain.
The polkadot-forked REMIX IDE is essential for compiling and deploying contracts.
Interacting with deployed contracts is possible after successful deployment to the Asset Hub.
#blockchain-development

Build Your Own Exciting NFT Marketplace With This Code | HackerNoon

NFT marketplaces are essential for evolving digital asset trading, driven by the rise of Non-Fungible Tokens.

Master the Art of Learning for Solidity Developers: How to Remember and Retain Knowledge

Utilizing effective learning techniques enhances knowledge retention and mastery of Solidity development.

Chainlink Unveils 'Chainlink Runtime Environment,' Aiming for Better Blockchain Workflows

Chainlink's new Runtime Environment (CRE) enhances blockchain development by providing a unified, modular platform for cross-chain applications, improving efficiency and scalability.

Build Your Own Exciting NFT Marketplace With This Code | HackerNoon

NFT marketplaces are essential for evolving digital asset trading, driven by the rise of Non-Fungible Tokens.

Master the Art of Learning for Solidity Developers: How to Remember and Retain Knowledge

Utilizing effective learning techniques enhances knowledge retention and mastery of Solidity development.

Chainlink Unveils 'Chainlink Runtime Environment,' Aiming for Better Blockchain Workflows

Chainlink's new Runtime Environment (CRE) enhances blockchain development by providing a unified, modular platform for cross-chain applications, improving efficiency and scalability.
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#cryptocurrency

Bitcoin Rollup Citrea Aims to Make BTC a Programmable Asset With ZK Proofs, Raises $14M Series A

Citrea raised $14 million to make Bitcoin a programmable asset using zero-knowledge technology.

The Role of Smart Contracts in Bitcoin Casino Regulations

Smart contracts enhance transparency and regulation in Bitcoin casinos by automating processes and reducing reliance on third parties.

DeFi Giant dYdX Says Its v3 Platform Is Compromised - Just as It's Reportedly Up for Sale

Dydx.exchange v3 website was compromised, but funds on Dydx were unaffected.

Why Omnity Hub is the Most Secure & Trustless Solution for BTCFi | HackerNoon

Omnity Hub enables seamless cross-chain interoperability for Bitcoin with a focus on security and programmability.

Trader Loses $26M in ezETH Tokens: Media Blames User, Hacker Calls Out ERC-20 Flaws | HackerNoon

Smart contracts should have robust error handling to prevent user errors from resulting in significant financial losses.

Bitcoin Rollup Citrea Aims to Make BTC a Programmable Asset With ZK Proofs, Raises $14M Series A

Citrea raised $14 million to make Bitcoin a programmable asset using zero-knowledge technology.

The Role of Smart Contracts in Bitcoin Casino Regulations

Smart contracts enhance transparency and regulation in Bitcoin casinos by automating processes and reducing reliance on third parties.

DeFi Giant dYdX Says Its v3 Platform Is Compromised - Just as It's Reportedly Up for Sale

Dydx.exchange v3 website was compromised, but funds on Dydx were unaffected.

Why Omnity Hub is the Most Secure & Trustless Solution for BTCFi | HackerNoon

Omnity Hub enables seamless cross-chain interoperability for Bitcoin with a focus on security and programmability.

Trader Loses $26M in ezETH Tokens: Media Blames User, Hacker Calls Out ERC-20 Flaws | HackerNoon

Smart contracts should have robust error handling to prevent user errors from resulting in significant financial losses.
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The HackerNoon Newsletter: Netflix and Amazon: A Tale of Two Ad Tiers (11/14/2024) | HackerNoon

The emergence of AGI poses critical questions for humanity's survival alongside superintelligence.
#decentralized-finance

Nansen Expands to Bitcoin Layer 2, Will Provide Analytics for Bitlayer

Nansen expands its analytics services to Bitcoin layer-2 Bitlayer, enhancing smart contract functionality.

Dakota Emerges From Stealth to Provide Bank-Like Services to Crypto Depositors

Dakota aims to offer returns through decentralized finance to address issues with centralized lenders.

Educational Byte: Checking Obyte Stats and Resources | HackerNoon

Obyte provides a transparent ecosystem with tools for smart contracts and DeFi applications, accessible through various complementary resources.

Nansen Expands to Bitcoin Layer 2, Will Provide Analytics for Bitlayer

Nansen expands its analytics services to Bitcoin layer-2 Bitlayer, enhancing smart contract functionality.

Dakota Emerges From Stealth to Provide Bank-Like Services to Crypto Depositors

Dakota aims to offer returns through decentralized finance to address issues with centralized lenders.

Educational Byte: Checking Obyte Stats and Resources | HackerNoon

Obyte provides a transparent ecosystem with tools for smart contracts and DeFi applications, accessible through various complementary resources.
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#bitcoin

Bitcoin Rollup Citrea Deploys BitVM-Based Bridge 'Clementine' on Testnet

Citrea has deployed its BitVM bridge Clementine on the Bitcoin testnet, enabling Ethereum-style smart contracts on Bitcoin.

Exploring Bitcoin L2s: Possibilities Beyond Lightning

Bitcoin's secondary layers, including the Lightning Network, have the potential to enhance functionality beyond currency transactions.

Crypto Startup Velar Plans Perpetual Swaps Exchange for Bitcoin DeFi After Raising $3.5M

Crypto trading startup Velar raises $3.5 million to build DeFi tools for Bitcoin's DeFi scene.
Velar plans to launch the first perpetual swaps exchange on the Bitcoin network using side chains and Layer-2s.

OP_CAT Proposal to Bring Smart Contracts to Bitcoin Finally Gets a 'BIP Number'

OP_CAT, an attempt to bring Ethereum-like smart contract functionality to Bitcoin, has been granted BIP 347, signaling the start of discussions and development.

Vibe Check: Momentum Building: CoinDesk Indices' Todd Groth

CoinDesk 20 Index surpasses 1,700 level
Net inflows of over $700 million into crypto-linked products

Bitcoin Rollup Citrea Deploys BitVM-Based Bridge 'Clementine' on Testnet

Citrea has deployed its BitVM bridge Clementine on the Bitcoin testnet, enabling Ethereum-style smart contracts on Bitcoin.

Exploring Bitcoin L2s: Possibilities Beyond Lightning

Bitcoin's secondary layers, including the Lightning Network, have the potential to enhance functionality beyond currency transactions.

Crypto Startup Velar Plans Perpetual Swaps Exchange for Bitcoin DeFi After Raising $3.5M

Crypto trading startup Velar raises $3.5 million to build DeFi tools for Bitcoin's DeFi scene.
Velar plans to launch the first perpetual swaps exchange on the Bitcoin network using side chains and Layer-2s.

OP_CAT Proposal to Bring Smart Contracts to Bitcoin Finally Gets a 'BIP Number'

OP_CAT, an attempt to bring Ethereum-like smart contract functionality to Bitcoin, has been granted BIP 347, signaling the start of discussions and development.

Vibe Check: Momentum Building: CoinDesk Indices' Todd Groth

CoinDesk 20 Index surpasses 1,700 level
Net inflows of over $700 million into crypto-linked products
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#financial-services

Qatar Brings in Crypto Rules Framework in a Sign of Web 3 Development in the Middle East

Qatar is now regulating crypto after previously banning it, creating a framework to support digital asset development.

Visa and Santander Selected by Brazil's Central Bank for a Second Phase of CBDC Pilot

Brazil's central bank is advancing its CBDC pilot with 13 selected participants to test innovative financial services and smart contracts.

Qatar Brings in Crypto Rules Framework in a Sign of Web 3 Development in the Middle East

Qatar is now regulating crypto after previously banning it, creating a framework to support digital asset development.

Visa and Santander Selected by Brazil's Central Bank for a Second Phase of CBDC Pilot

Brazil's central bank is advancing its CBDC pilot with 13 selected participants to test innovative financial services and smart contracts.
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Internet Computer Protocol Enhances Bitcoin Functionality | HackerNoon

The Internet Computer Protocol (ICP) upgrades enhance Bitcoin by enabling smart contracts and on-chain block header access.
#blockchain-technology

This is How Developed a Decentralized e-Mail System Is on the Blockchain | HackerNoon

Blockchain technology has real-world applications beyond cryptocurrency, such as decentralized mailing software with enhanced security and privacy.

How Blockchain is Redefining Logistics and Distribution

Blockchain enhances transparency, efficiency, and security in supply chain management.

The Tokenization of Gold on #Ethereum: A Comparative Analysis | HackerNoon

Tokenization of gold is leveraging Ethereum's blockchain for fractional ownership, liquidity, and transparency.

The Role Of Blockchain In The Education Industry

Blockchain technology revolutionizes education by improving transparency and record-keeping for academic achievements.

AI Safety for Smart Contracts Is AI Safety for the World

Smart contracts are crucial in the advancement of Web3, offering automated, trustworthy agreements beyond traditional relationships.

This is How Developed a Decentralized e-Mail System Is on the Blockchain | HackerNoon

Blockchain technology has real-world applications beyond cryptocurrency, such as decentralized mailing software with enhanced security and privacy.

How Blockchain is Redefining Logistics and Distribution

Blockchain enhances transparency, efficiency, and security in supply chain management.

The Tokenization of Gold on #Ethereum: A Comparative Analysis | HackerNoon

Tokenization of gold is leveraging Ethereum's blockchain for fractional ownership, liquidity, and transparency.

The Role Of Blockchain In The Education Industry

Blockchain technology revolutionizes education by improving transparency and record-keeping for academic achievements.

AI Safety for Smart Contracts Is AI Safety for the World

Smart contracts are crucial in the advancement of Web3, offering automated, trustworthy agreements beyond traditional relationships.
moreblockchain-technology

The King of DAOs - A Bitcoin Justice Department | HackerNoon

DAOs may require a distinct justice department due to differences between code and traditional legalities.

RGB++ Layer: Transforming Bitcoin with Asset Issuance, Smart Contracts, and Interoperability | HackerNoon

RGB++ Layer enhances Bitcoin ecosystem with asset issuance, smart contracts, and cross-chain interoperability.

Morpheus, Decentralized AI Project From Lumerin, Goes Live on Arbitrum Test Network

Avoiding pitfalls of centralized AI models through decentralized AI computing on Arbitrum blockchain.
#decentralization

Crypto Governance Advisory MetaLeX Raises $2.75M

MetaLeX is creating new governance standards for crypto groups to use when decentralizing.

WTF IS A TRAP? | HackerNoon

A new form of security infrastructure for protocols named Traps has emerged from research, aiming to decentralize monitoring systems using smart contracts.

Crypto Governance Advisory MetaLeX Raises $2.75M

MetaLeX is creating new governance standards for crypto groups to use when decentralizing.

WTF IS A TRAP? | HackerNoon

A new form of security infrastructure for protocols named Traps has emerged from research, aiming to decentralize monitoring systems using smart contracts.
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Prometheum's Contentious Answer to Crypto Compliance Is Running Late

Prometheum is behind schedule for opening crypto custody due to finalizing technology related to its wallet system.

Ethereum Developers Target Ease of Crypto Wallets With 'EIP-3074'

Making crypto wallets easier to use, like with EIP-3074, is becoming a key focus for blockchain teams aiming for mainstream adoption.

OP_CAT: The Purr-fect Solution for Covenants?

OP_CAT relates to Bitcoin Script limitations, hindering advanced smart contracts.

AlgoKit blockchain toolset adds native Python support| App Developer Magazine

AlgoKit 2.0 introduces native support for Python, enhancing developer capabilities.
Algorand becomes the first layer-1 blockchain to utilize Python as a native programming language.

What's at the Intersection of Crypto and AI? Perhaps Murder

Ari Juels explores the potential dangers of AI and smart contracts in society.
Juels' novel 'The Oracle' delves into the intersection of technology and crime in a near-future setting.

Crypto Security Firm Ironblocks Builds 'Firewall' for DeFi Protocols

Ironblocks offers a free firewall tool for DeFi developers to enhance security in smart contracts.
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