One of the key topics linking cryptocurrencies to all Americans, regardless of whether they are in crypto, could be the prospect of a digital dollar — a version of the currency issued by the Federal Reserve that is traced on the blockchain. The prospect of a digital dollar has sparked concerns about privacy, leading to…
The Bitcoin hashrate has reached a new all-time high, showcasing the growing security of the world’s first blockchain network. The Bitcoin network hashrate — the total computing power securing the Bitcoin network — reached an all-time high of 769.8 exahashes per second (EH/s) on Oct. 21. The hashrate has been in a steady uptrend since…
Two Ethereum block builders produced the majority of blocks during the first two weeks of October, raising concerns about centralization on the world’s second-largest blockchain network. Ethereum block builders Beaverbuild and Titan Builder were responsible for 88.7% of all blocks produced over the past two weeks on the mainnet, according to Toni Wahrstätter, a researcher…
Blockchain technology offers a solution as the video content industry faces growing challenges around monetization and audience engagement. By enabling real-time payments to creators, transparent watch data and gamified audience engagement, blockchain-powered streaming platform Replay aims to empower creators and viewers. Through its free ad-supported streaming service, Replay rewards viewers for every hour watched while allowing them…
Dubai’s crypto regulator has initiated a crackdown on unregulated crypto companies and firms violating its marketing rules. On Oct. 9, Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) issued fines and cease-and-desist orders to seven businesses for breaching marketing regulations and operating without required licenses. VARA said it’s conducting further investigations in collaboration with other local authorities. The regulator…
Minima introduces the embedded blockchain to the DePIN ecosystem, allowing nodes to work on any device thanks to its lightweight design. Proof-of-work (PoW) is the original blockchain consensus mechanism of the Bitcoin network and is widely praised for its security. However, the security of PoW chains is ensured by spending gigantic amounts of energy. The energy-intensive…