Scammers spun up at least 7,905 blockchain wallets in May to collect crypto they steal from ordinary users, according to a blockchain security company Forta Network.
Forta, which has recently launched its own token, operates a network of bots that detect various kinds…
Decentralized Finance (DeFi) has gained immense popularity for its potential to revolutionize the financial landscape. However, as with any emerging technology, DeFi is not without its risks and challenges. In this article, we will explore three significant areas of concern in the…
Meta’s launch of Threads has brought new interest in ActivityPub and how the social network protocol and the associated fediverse – including the Twitter-like Mastodon – work.
The new Twitter-like social media service from Mark Zuckerberg’s Meta, Threads, was released in July…
Decentralized Finance (DeFi) has rapidly emerged as one of the most exciting and transformative sectors within the blockchain industry. With its promise of democratizing finance, enhancing financial inclusivity, and eliminating intermediaries, DeFi has gained significant traction and captured the attention of both…
Some 40% of South African survey participants are familiar with the concept of Web3 and a further 80% believe the technology backing cryptocurrencies can “transform or fully rebuild the financial system,” according to the findings of a Consensys survey. However, as much…
Arbitrum is a layer-2 scaling solution for Ethereum, designed to improve scalability and reduce transaction costs on the Ethereum network. It aims to address the challenges of network congestion and high fees by enabling faster and cheaper transactions.
Developed by Offchain Labs,…
Polygon, formerly known as Matic Network, is a layer-2 scaling solution for Ethereum. It is designed to address the scalability and usability challenges faced by the Ethereum blockchain, aiming to improve transaction speed, reduce fees, and enhance the overall user experience.
Polygon…
Ethereum is a decentralized blockchain platform that enables the creation and execution of smart contracts, as well as the development of decentralized applications (DApps). Created by Vitalik Buterin in 2015, Ethereum aims to go beyond the basic functionality of Bitcoin by providing…
As a continent with 54 countries, there is natural interest to see which country will have the most cryptocurrency users per population and become the crypto King
For this discussion, a crypto King is a country which positions itself as a primary…
In recent years, African countries have witnessed a remarkable surge in the adoption of cryptocurrencies, signaling a transformative shift in the continent's financial landscape. This trend reflects a growing recognition of the potential benefits that digital currencies can bring to Africa's economy…