Author: Jeremy Ryan

Interoperability and staking hub Picasso Network has successfully integrated the Inter-Blockchain Communication (IBC) Protocol with Ethereum. This means that Ethereum can now transfer assets and data natively with the Cosmos Hub, Polkadot and Kusama via IBC. According to Picasso, more chains will be connected in the near future, including Solana. Most bridging protocols today use the lock and mint or lock and burn method to transfer across blockchains, which can pose a security risk. Other blockchains introduce trust assumptions by introducing third parties who oversee these transactions. For this reason, native bridging is often considered the most secure way for…

Japanese video game publisher Square Enix has announced the restocking of Bring Arts action figures featuring Final Fantasy VII characters Cloud Strife and Tifa Lockhart.These figures will be available for pre-order on the Japanese Square Enix e-Store at a price of 13,200 yen each (~$87). Notably, the re-release will not include NFT certificates, in contrast to the original versions.The Cloud Strife Bring Arts figure was initially revealed in July 2022, followed by the Tifa Lockhart figure alongside Aerith in September 2022. Both releases included NFT certificates, a decision that garnered criticism from fans and collectors.However, Square Enix’s decision to exclude…

Following the inaugural Kaidro Journal free mint on Ronin last month, Gadget-Bot Productions have announced their next NFT drop: the Kaidro Spark Suit.This mint comprises two stages: the Allowlist Stage and the Public Stage. The Allowlist Stage will kick off at 1PM UTC on April 9, with the Public Stage to follow at 3PM, should stock remain.Participants can mint one Spark Suit NFT per wallet, with a total of 9,500 NFTs available. How do I get involved?With a limited supply of only 200+ NFTs available, participants can mint up to 5 Spark Suit NFTs per wallet until supplies last.Spark Suits represent…

SLERF Overview SLERF Price Change 24h -10.56% SLERF Price Change 7d -39.07% SLERF Market cap $231,412,849.45 SLERF All time high $1.37 SLERF Prediction Table 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 2040 2050 March $0.6195 $0.6848 $0.7043 April $0.6861 $0.7122 $0.7386 May $0.7080 $0.7407 $0.7742 June $0.7294 $0.7555 $0.8112 July $0.7596 $0.7857 $0.8490 August $0.7910 $0.8171 $0.8883 September $0.8090 $0.8416 $0.9210 October $0.8324 $0.8585 $0.9631 November $0.8496 $0.8756 $0.9974 December $0.8846 $0.9107 $1.04 All Time $0.767 $0.798 $0.869 January $0.918 $0.945 $1.08 February $0.952 $0.979 $1.12 March $0.986 $1.01 $1.16 April $1.02 $1.05 $1.20 May $1.05 $1.08…

Subsquid, the leading decentralized data lake provider, has recently introduced support for Prom to the platform. This is a major breakthrough in the smooth accessibility of on-chain information for developers wishing to apply it in their projects. The Subsquid SDK now supports Prom usage. It makes it easier for developers working within the Prom ecosystem to access all the data they require from one location. Prom Bridges Blockchain Ecosystems for Seamless Integration Prom, a modular ZkEVM Layer 2 solution, further distinguishes itself as an interoperability facilitator across chains. In contrast, the current platforms that require developers to target one chain…

Decentralized taxi app DRIFE has integrated Layer 1 Sui blockchain, to offer seamless and simplified onboarding process for ride-hailing users. The blockchain-based mobility platform operates in India and the UAE providing fair and transparent ride-hailing experience. DRIFE’s key benefit is its ability to eliminate intermediaries, ensuring direct transactions between riders and drivers. By migrating to Sui blockchain, DRIFE will utilize its features including ZKlogin, which enables frictionless user interaction. Per a company release, Sui offers a fair solution for drivers that suffer due to centralization and high commission rates. DRIFE has chosen Sui due to the blockchain’s scalability, security and…

In more recent events in the Ethereum ecosystem, Starknet Goerli has shut down its major testnet after a validator mass exodus. The Starknet development team has communicated the decision through its official X platform on social media. They claimed that the closure is a major transition for developers and other users who have relied on its infrastructure. Starknet Goerli Operations Shift to Sepolia Testne All activities and operations related to the testnet that have previously been conducted on Starknet Goerli have been migrated to Sepolia. This shows how the blockchain is a flexible system that requires stakeholders to adjust according…

Anyone who’s been on Twitter recently has seen the obnoxious airdrop farming for all different gaming companies. It started this season with Portal but quickly evolved to many more companies. The more obnoxiously you spam the more money you get. One of the most popular companies was Gaimin or GaiminIo or GMRX. Gaimin promised massive rewards for spamming them anywhere and everywhere you could. That was until it came time to claim. What came was nothing short of disaster. Some people got eight to ten times what they qualified for. Some people got an eighth or a tenth of what…

Nifty Island, the popular free-to-play social gaming platform, have launched the second phase of their Break the Targets Speedrun Challenge.In the first phase, creators were encouraged to design courses for the Break the Targets play mode, aiming to build the most competitive and innovative environments possible. The top three courses, as chosen by Nifty Island’s Community team, were chosen to host the subsequent speedrun contest, which is now live as of April 1.Running from April 1 to April 4, all Nifty Island players can now compete to set the fastest times, with an array of rewards on offer. Source: Nifty…

Launching an outdoor quest like no other, Happy Marmots NFTs welcomes explorers into its intriguing ‘Outdoor Aficionados’ ecosystem.Designed with nature lovers in mind, 8848 colorful Marmot collectibles are opening a distinct rewards system that seamlessly connects digital asset ownership with the joy of real-world nature exploration.Each NFT opens access to a plethora of opportunities: token airdrops, an eventful hike-to-earn feature, and never-ending community perks, including an unmissable real-estate opportunity.  Source: Happy MarmotsCommunity Activities and Exclusive PerksMerging nature’s beauty with the virtual realm, Happy Marmots NFTs provide a distinctive ecosystem of rewards and real-world assets. Users can earn Outdoor Aficionados’ native $OAF…