Author: Jeremy Ryan

Orbs, a blockchain-based infrastructure-as-a-service project, has announced the development of its V4 upgrade to enhance efficiency and robustness of its Layer 3 technology. The upgrade is designed to further scale Orbs’ decentralized execution layer as demand from across the decentralized applications (dApps) ecosystem grows, the platform said in the announcement. V4, which comes two years after Orbs 3.0 debuted, features key node upgrades aimed at ensuring the L3 infrastructure meets industry standards and expectations as demand and usage spikes in 2024. With Orbs 3.0, users tapped into two execution layers – Lambda and VM – as well as the decentralized…

Microsoft Azure and blockchain innovator Automata Network announced a major partnership. This collaboration improves TEE security for millions of users worldwide. The partnership relies on Automata Network’s blockchain security. This method adds modular attestation to Ethereum machine trust. Hardware from Automata Network builds blockchain ecosystem trust in Microsoft Azure’s confidential computing. Microsoft Azure OpenAI Service Enhances Automata Network’s Chatbot Capabilities This integration allows remote verification of TEEs like Intel® Software Guard Extensions (Intel SGX) to secure software binaries on trusted hardware platforms. This major confidential computing change enhances blockchain application security and privacy. .@AutomataNetwork is tapping on @Microsoft’s confidential compute…

The future of Real-world asset tokenization could be revolutionized by Chainlink’s CCIP. Using Chainlink’s Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP), atomic settlement of tokenized RWAs can be managed seamlessly. Chainlink’s Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP) is a promising protocol that is designed to solve existing problems in the tokenization industry. According to a recent finding from Chainlink, CCIP can improve atomic settlements in Real-world asset tokenization. Chainlink’s CCIP is a secure interoperability protocol Powered by Chainlink’s industry-standard oracle networks and functions similarly to TCP/IP. The protocol promises to advance the structure of smart contracts on a broad scale. CCIP allows Chainlink oracles to…

Zilliqa has recently rocked the crypto world after it had announced the launch of its new metaverse project, Metapolis. The release of this new platform may push Zilliqa to become one of the 50 biggest cryptocurrencies by market cap and solidify its position as one of the top crypto projects. Understandably, many investors now have their eyes on the project’s native utility token, ZIL. How will its price behave in the future? Is it a good long-term investment? Let’s find out this and more in our Zilliqa price prediction. This Zilliqa forecast does not constitute investment advice. Please don’t forget…

The Versatility of Chainlink Dynamic NFTsThe transformative potential of these digital assets, as detailed in a recent Chainlink blog post, illustrates the significant impact of dynamic NFTs. Spanning from gaming and collectibles to real estate and finance, the applications of dNFTs are vast and varied, opening up new possibilities for engagement, investment, and authentication, such as:Gaming and PerformanceAugmented RealitydNFTs bridge the digital and physical worlds, particularly in augmented reality games like Pokémon GO. These NFTs can be minted and located in real-world locations, creating a more immersive and interactive experience for users.Fantasy SportsEvent-Based RewardsEvent-driven NFTs can serve as unique fan rewards…

There have been a lot of attempts to create the perfect move-to-earn app, but so far, none have managed to break into the mainstream. STEPN, a web3 running application with gaming and social elements on the Solana blockchain, plans on changing that. STEPN uses a dual-token system. The first — Green Satoshi Token, or GST — is a utility game token, and the second one — Green Metaverse Token, or GMT — is a governance token. The latter is the cryptocurrency we will be looking at in this price forecast. Please note that our GMT token price prediction does not…

Hakuhodo, in collaboration with Japan Airlines (JAL), is gearing up to unveil the anticipated second series of “KOKYO NFTs” this February. This initiative presents a truly unique approach to tourism, offering exclusive access to six immersive local experiences across Japan through the power of NFTs. Building upon their initial pilot in February 2023, which explored and experimented with NFTs’ potential to enhance local experiences, the new series aims to forge even deeper connections between tourists and local businesses.Source KOKYO NFTElevating Local Attractions with NFTsThe first experiment from Japan Airlines, one of the world’s most punctual airlines, and Hakuhodo revealed NFTs’ unique…

SPACE ID, a prominent player in the domain and identity sector of the Web3 space, has made an announcement that is set to enrich the Web3 ecosystem significantly. The platform has officially declared its support for .sol domains, a move that aligns with its commitment to broadening the accessibility and usability of decentralized technologies. Alongside it, SPACE ID is integrating a Web3 domain SDK (Software Development Kit), designed to foster compatibility with these Web3 names and a variety of top-level EVM (Ethereum Virtual Machine) domains. Enhancing user interaction with dApps and services The introduction of .sol domain support and the…

Revolutionizing Fan Engagement: Chiliz and InfStones Team Up In an exciting turn of events for the blockchain and sports communities, Chiliz has partnered with InfStones, marking a pivotal moment for sports fan engagement. This strategic collaboration appoints InfStones as a key validator for the Chiliz Chain, promising to elevate the fan experience to new heights. 1/6 We are excited to announce our collaboration with @Chiliz, a trailblazer in the sports and entertainment blockchain sector!We become an official validator for the Chiliz Chain, ushering in a new era of fan engagement in the sports world. ???? #Chiliz #SportFi ???? pic.twitter.com/t4bxdY3J97 —…

On February 4, Muneeb Ali, the CEO of Trust Machines, shared his thoughts on social media platform X after attending the Satoshi Roundtable X in Dubai (February 1-6, 2024). His message paints a picture of renewed excitement surrounding Bitcoin, fueled by advancements in Layer 2 (L2) solutions, particularly within the Stacks L2 ecosystem, the potential of BitVM technology, and the upcoming Nakamoto upgrade. The Bitcoin Basics Think of Bitcoin as a digital currency known for its security and independence from any central authority. It stores information about all transactions on a massive public ledger called the blockchain. However, Bitcoin has…