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Empowering Freedom of Speech Through Decentralization

Friday. November 15 at 4:30 AM

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During the peak of the COVID-19 crisis, China enforced a two-month lockdown in Shanghai not only to combat the virus but also to suppress dissent against its zero-COVID policies. This led to the creation of Ethereum's 'based rollups.' Daniel Wang, CEO of Taiko Labs, shared his experience of being confined in his apartment during the lockdown, inspiring him to develop a decentralized publishing network where individuals can express themselves anonymously without fear of censorship. Wang emphasized the need for a robust technology to ensure true freedom of speech, leading to the creation of Taiko, a layer-2 chain that eliminates centralization and signature verifications. His goal is to demonstrate the effectiveness of based rollups and encourage collaboration within the Ethereum community to achieve scalability and decentralization. Wang's message is clear: unity and innovation are key to strengthening the Ethereum ecosystem.

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Ethereum's Market Recovery and Potential Challenges Ahead

Sunday. December 22 at 5:00 PM

Ethereum is showing signs of recovery in the market, gaining momentum towards the critical $3,659 resistance level after a period of consolidation. The recent surge reflects growing optimism and confidence in Ethereum's potential for further gains. Buyers are actively driving the price higher, with a rebound near the $3,051 support zone marking a significant turning point. Despite trading below the 100-day SMA, Ethereum's rebound suggests increasing bullish pressure. The RSI also indicates a possible upward movement, with buyers regaining control. Key resistance levels at $3,659 and $4,100 will be crucial in defining Ethereum's short-term trajectory. Failure to overcome these levels could lead to a consolidation or pullback, testing lower support levels. Monitoring Ethereum's ability to sustain its upward momentum is essential as it navigates through potential challenges ahead.

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Enhancing Blockchain Security: Chainalysis Acquires Hexagate Amid Crypto Hacks Surge

Thursday. December 19 at 8:00 PM

Chainalysis, a blockchain analytics firm, has acquired Hexagate, a Web3 security provider, to combat the increasing threat of crypto hacks. The acquisition aims to offer a comprehensive risk solution covering prevention, compliance, and remediation. By integrating Hexagate's machine learning tools, Chainalysis seeks to enhance trust in various blockchains by shifting focus from investigations to prevention. Hexagate's tools have already safeguarded over $1 billion in customer funds through real-time threat detection. The acquisition comes at a critical time as crypto thefts continue to rise, with a significant spike in stolen funds reported in 2024. Despite the challenges faced by the crypto ecosystem, CEO Jonathan Levin remains optimistic, emphasizing the importance of equipping Web3 with the necessary tools to ensure security and investor confidence.

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Empowering Web3 Developers with Forte's Open Source Rules Engine

Tuesday. December 17 at 4:00 AM

Forte has introduced the Forte Rules Engine, an open-source tool for developers to create secure on-chain environments and manage digital asset economies for web3 applications. This engine allows developers to set and enforce rules, establish transaction boundaries, handle compliance requirements, and mitigate risks such as volatility and malicious actors. By supporting the long-term utility and economic health of digital assets, the Rules Engine aims to provide a strong foundation for blockchain projects to thrive. Fully compatible with EVM chains and web3 wallets, this innovative solution offers on-chain technologies to build safe and sustainable economies that inspire trust. With features like on-chain guardrails for asset protection and economic stability tools, developers can confidently launch and manage their projects. Forte's Rules Engine is set to redefine blockchain development by prioritizing compliance, economic stability, and trust in the industry.

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Debates on Ethereum Gas Limits: Balancing Stability and Security

Tuesday. December 10 at 7:00 AM

Toni Wahrstätter, a researcher at the Ethereum Foundation, urges caution in increasing Ethereum's block gas limit due to technical challenges. The Ethereum community is discussing the potential risks and benefits of raising the gas limit to enhance network capacity. Wahrstätter points out that surpassing the current 36 million gas threshold is difficult without significant protocol upgrades, as it could lead to propagation failures and network destabilization. The proposed increase to 60 million gas per block may breach vital restrictions on block size, impacting network efficiency. Core developers stress the importance of testing and data collection to evaluate the impact of higher gas limits on Ethereum's security and reliability. The upcoming Pectra 2 network upgrade aims to address these challenges by introducing proposals to improve block sizes and network performance. Overall, a cautious approach is advised to maintain Ethereum's stability amidst ongoing debates and developments in the crypto industry.

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