Technology

This article discusses Telegram's evolution into an NFT-powered application, integrating blockchain technology to revolutionize digital gifting and ownership. Discover key features, opportunities for artists and creators, and the future of digital interactions with Telegram NFTs.

There are two practical challenges when constructing a proof system based on binary fields: First, the field size used for trace representation in STARKs should be larger than the degree of the polynomial. Second, the field size used for the Merkle tree commitment in STARKs must be greater than the size after Reed-Solomon encoding extension. Binius is an innovative solution to address these two problems by representing the same data in two different ways.

PREDA (Parallel Relay Execution Distributed Architecture) is an innovative model designed to enhance blockchain performance and scalability. It achieves full parallelization of smart contract functions by breaking down the execution process of smart contracts into multiple steps that can be processed in parallel. These steps are executed asynchronously across different Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) instances, thereby maximizing the concurrency of a set of transactions.

This video explores the evolution and future trends of blockchain technology. We trace the journey from Bitcoin's inception to Ethereum's groundbreaking innovations, highlighting the industry's struggle with the "blockchain trilemma." Modular blockchains are introduced as a potential solution to this challenge. We delve into the limitations of traditional monolithic blockchains, explain the working principles of modular blockchains, and introduce cutting-edge technologies like Data Availability Sampling (DAS). An objective analysis of the pros and cons of modular blockchains is provided, along with showcases of current projects embracing this approach. This comprehensive overview offers a clear insight into blockchain's technological evolution, painting a vivid picture of the field's current state and potential future directions.

A candlestick chart is a tool used in technical analysis to track price movements in commodities or financial markets. It consists of four key prices: the opening price, closing price, highest price, and lowest price, forming a candle-like shape. The chart visually displays market trends, buying and selling pressure, and price fluctuations, helping investors quickly understand market conditions. Different colors represent price increases or decreases, while the shape of the candlestick reflects market sentiment. Although a candlestick chart is a powerful tool, it has limitations and should be used alongside other analysis methods for more comprehensive investment decisions.

Story Protocol is a Layer 1 blockchain project, led by a16z with a total funding of $140 million, focusing on revolutionizing traditional intellectual property (IP) management. The project introduces the Agent TCP/IP framework, utilizing blockchain's transparency and programmability to enable AI agents to autonomously trade IP, including training data, creative styles, and investment strategies. This article provides an in-depth analysis of Story Protocol's technical architecture, core values, disruptive solutions, and its leadership in the AI-driven IP transaction space.

Today's article covers the emerging yet often misunderstood sector of decentralised compute in crypto. We dive into the AI infrastructure landscape to understand where decentralised alternatives can realistically compete.

The article explores NFFL, a fast cross-rollup state verification protocol using EigenLayer’s restaked ETH and NEAR DA, enabling secure, efficient, and scalable cross-chain applications with fast finality.

Privacy 2.0 will enable new economies, new applications—new whitespace to be unlocked. It is arguably the biggest unlock in crypto since smart contracts and oracles. In this article, I’ll break down each privacy-enhancing technology, their impact, and the projects bringing them to life.

According to data from December 30, 2024, the overall market capitalization of AI Agents has reached $11.68 billion, with ai16z and Virtuals Protocol dominating over half of the market share, each leading in the Base and Solana ecosystems respectively. ai16z tends to focus on open-source development, while Virtuals has built a closed ecosystem through its token, VIRTUAL.

Between December 28, 2024, and January 3, 2025, the blockchain and cryptocurrency sector experienced numerous significant events demonstrating market vitality and industry trends. Key developments from projects like Sophon and Hyperliquid—including platform launches, service expansions, feature introductions, mainnet activations, and mining activities—showcased innovation while driving technological and community growth, giving the industry fresh momentum. On the regulatory front, the European Union's dedicated cryptocurrency regulation, the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA), came into effect on December 30. This marks a significant step forward in the EU's approach to cryptocurrency regulation.

This two-part report explores ERC-7281: a new proposal to make cross-chain tokens fungible. Part 1 introduces the problem (non-fungibility of bridged tokens) and analyzes current solutions.

This article examines the four major mainstream frameworks currently available — Eliza (AI16Z), G.A.M.E (GAME), Rig (ARC), and ZerePy (ZEREBRO) — analyzing their technical differ

The AI-Pool project is a cryptocurrency initiative that combines AI-driven narratives with presale funding mechanisms. This article provides a detailed report on the presale situation of the project, including its ability to raise large amounts of funds in a short period and market reactions to this new presale model. The article also analyzes how AI-Pool leverages Trusted Execution Environment (TEE) technology to ensure the security of funds, while discussing potential risks such as unclear distribution mechanisms and centralization.

In December 2024, the blockchain and cryptocurrency space witnessed numerous significant events demonstrating the market's dynamism and emerging trends. Projects like StakeStone, EigenLayer, Magic Eden, Stacks, Sophon, and LayerZero achieved major milestones through platform launches, service expansions, token generation events, feature rollouts, mainnet deployments, fee governance, and mining initiatives. These developments showcased the industry's innovative spirit while driving technological advancement and community engagement, ultimately propelling the sector's continued evolution.