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Worldcoin unveils World Chain, a Layer-2 network ‘built for humans’
The network is set to go live this summer.
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OKX launches ETH layer-2 network X Layer following Coinbase’s Base success
OKX's X Layer will utilize the exchange OKB token for gas payments.
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Rivalries among Ethereum layer-2s threaten the ecosystem’s future, says Polygon CEO
Ethereum's layer-2 networks face criticism for harming rather than helping themselves.
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DeFi
Base sees explosive growth with $1.3B bridged and 6M users
Coinbase's DeFi venture BASE saw rapid adoption this year.
DePIN
Bringing Bitcoin to real world infrastructure through new Layer-2 DePIN partnership
Elastos new Bitcoin L2 will be accessible through IoTeX DePIN technology with DID validation.
Adoption
VanEck predicts Ethereum Layer-2’s collective market cap will climb to $1 trillion by 2030
The prediction is based on the significant growth and impact these technologies are expected to have on enhancing Ethereum's scalability and efficiency.
Culture
Vitalik Buterin’s ‘Degen Communism’ and his vision for reducing Ethereum technical debt
Ethereum co-founder trolled the internet once again with a playful, yet thought provoking April Fools' Day post this year.
Technology
Polygon Labs CEO sees layer-3s like new Degen Chain as a risk to Ethereum
Polygon CEO warned that layer-3 networks could threaten Ethereum's security.
Technology
Listen back to Internet Computer community building on Bitcoin ahead of ICPCC24
The resurgence of the Internet Computer Protocol opens new cross-chain opportunities.
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Institutions look to deploy Bitcoin as liquidity to Lightning Network to earn yield
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Blobs successfully slash layer-2 fees as Ethereum Dencun upgrade aims to increase adoption
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Ethereum Dencun upgrade day triggers surge in layer 2 protocol token value
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