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Protocols (52)
Understand the various protocols that power crypto projects.
Bitcoin
Protocols
How the Lightning Network could solve Bitcoin's speed and scale conundrums
The emergence of ordinals and BRC-20 tokens sparked a lively debate within the Bitcoin community. On the one hand, enthusiasts celebrated the newfound potential these innovations bring to the Bitcoin blockchain. On the other hand, concerns have been raised about the rise in gas fees, longer transaction times, and the potential occupation of valuable block space by ordinals and BRC-20 tokens.
Dec 9, 2024
Protocols
DEX
What is Sei? Deep dive into the Layer-1 built for decentralized crypto trading
Imagine a blockchain built for speed and designed to overcome the common challenges of decentralized trading — this is what Sei attempts to achieve. Sei aims to process transactions fast, while still being flexible enough to support everything from trades to gaming and NFTs.
Dec 9, 2024
Intermediate
Ethereum
Protocols
EIP-6963: Delivering better Web3 UX with multi-injected provider discovery
When we're using browser extensions to choose an Ethereum provider, how can we make the process is stable and user-controlled, given the unpredictable loading order of EIP-1193 standards? Enter EIP-6963.
Oct 28, 2024
Protocols
Wallets
How To Add Avalanche to MetaMask — A Step-by-Step Guide
Avalanche is a blockchain platform designed for decentralized applications and enterprise solutions. It aims to provide faster transaction times, lower fees, and increased scalability compared to othe
Apr 25, 2024
Wallets
Protocols
How To Add Polygon to MetaMask — A Step-by-Step Guide
MetaMask is a popular cryptocurrency wallet that allows users to securely store, manage, and interact with Ethereum and other Ethereum-compatible cryptocurrencies. The wallet is available as a browser
Apr 25, 2024
Staking
Protocols
What is Renzo Protocol: simplified liquid restaking on Ethereum
Renzo Protocol is a restaking strategy manager designed to help crypto users maximize the return on their staked tokens. The protocol is also a liquid restaking token provider that converts staked Ethereum into or tokens, simplifying staking and enhancing liquidity. Renzo works by automating complex tasks like running nodes and managing smart contracts, making it easy for beginners to understand and use the protocol.
Aug 28, 2024
Intermediate
NFT
Protocols
ERC-6551: The new Ethereum standard unlocking fresh possibilities for NFTs
## What is ERC-6551? ERC-6551 Token Bound Accounts (TBA) is a new and innovative Ethereum standard that expands the functionality of NFTs by allowing them to operate as their own smart contract accoun
Aug 9, 2024
Protocols
What is Celestia (TIA): modular blockchains for a scalable future
If you've been in the crypto scene for long enough, you'll definitely have heard of teething issues like network outages for layer-1 blockchains like Solana and Aptos . These issues can be traced back to the monolithic design of such blockchains, where bottlenecks occur because networks are overwhelmed by complex transactions and user demand. Fortunately, with modular blockchain projects like Celestia and its TIA tokens, such overhead constraints due to the will become a thing of the past.
Apr 25, 2024
Research
Protocols
How ERC-7579 works: a technical introduction
The introduction of ERC-7579 demonstrates a commitment to improving the current standards, specifically ERC-6900 , to create a more user — and developer-friendly experience. Additionally, ERC-7579 seeks to enhance the capabilities of ERC-4337, opening up new possibilities in the field. Here's our technical guide on how ERC-7579 works.
Apr 25, 2024
DeFi
Protocols
What is Synthetix (SNX)? Providing liquidity for on-chain derivatives
As decentralized finance (DeFi) emerged, it created new tools and opportunities in Web3 and trading. Synthetix, a decentralized liquidity protocol, is one example. Put simply, Synthetix supports the trading of derivatives. Users of the protocol can tokenize assets such as gold and oil and make them tradeable on the Ethereum blockchain without holding the assets in question.
May 29, 2024
Stablecoins
Protocols
Understanding Circle's cross-chain transfer protocol: a comprehensive guide
Have you ever felt restricted by the boundaries of a single blockchain network when managing your assets? With cross-chain token transfers from financial services company Circle, restrictions are a thing of the past. They help break down those sometimes frustrating obstacles so you can move crypto like effortlessly from networks like and Cosmos.
May 2, 2024
Wallets
Protocols
2024's top multi-chain wallets: which ones support the most blockchain networks?
Introduction Do you use a multi-chain wallet? These wallets provide an easy solution for handling our digital assets, offering unparalleled convenience and efficiency. We'll explore which wallets hold the most chains you can easily use.
Apr 25, 2024
Protocols
IOTA explained: decentralized ledger technology for the Internet of Things
Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) have been major catalysts for the cryptocurrency industry, each sparking a wave of innovation and ushering in many new use cases. These pioneers were early proponents of decentralization and security, which helped to spotlight the transformative potential of blockchain technology.
Apr 25, 2024
Intermediate
Market Updates
Research
Protocols
OKX Ventures 2024 Forecast: 7 Key predictions and projects to watch
Foreword Over the past decade, Bitcoin has demonstrated remarkable innovation and resilience, even during times of challenging market conditions. It has introduced groundbreaking elements to the modern monetary system, internet technology, and financial sectors, thereby establishing itself as a prominent asset in the global mainstream.
Apr 25, 2024
Bitcoin
Ecosystem development
Ventures
OKX Ventures 2024 Bitcoin Outlook Report
Authored by Kiwi Yao, researcher at OKX Ventures and edited by Kelvin Lam, CFA The path to a thriving Bitcoin Ecosystem in 2024 through technological innovations Executive summary OKX Ventures has published its 2024 outlook for the Bitcoin Ecosystem — an area that OKX Ventures is heavily involved in and committed to building in the future.
Apr 25, 2024
Bitcoin
Protocols
Four new token standards on the block
Crypto moves at "lightning" speed, and there's been lots of momentum behind new token standards and protocols recently. Some have hailed them as significant innovations, while others have dismissed th
Apr 25, 2024
Ethereum
Protocols
About Linea: A groundbreaking Ethereum scalability solution
ConsenSys is the leading global blockchain technology company behind a groundbreaking new solution that's helping address Ethereum's scalability challenge — Linea . To date, ConsenSys has been pivotal in advancing the adoption and development of decentralized applications (DApps) on the Ethereum blockchain. Founded by Joseph Lubin, one of the co-founders of Ethereum, ConsenSys has emerged as a key player in the blockchain space.
Apr 25, 2024
Protocols
What is proof-of-personhood? Exploring identity in the digital age
2023 has seen many AI innovations emerge, from conversational wonders like ChatGPT to extraordinary feats in generative AI. These advancements have undoubtedly reshaped how we interact, work, and play. But are they also opening the door to fresh challenges?
Apr 25, 2024
Ethereum
Altcoin
Protocols
How to bridge to Tron
Blockchains are usually self-contained systems and lack the ability to communicate with other chains, creating difficulties for users when transferring money. The purpose of building what the crypto space call ‘bridges’ is to address this issue. Through , individuals can efficiently transfer their funds between different chains. Cryptocurrency bridges promote blockchain interoperability and enhance the ease of digital asset transfer.
Sep 20, 2024
Protocols
DeFi
What is Ondo Finance (ONDO)? Bridging TradFi to DeFi
Ondo Finance is a decentralized finance (DeFi) platform that’s designed to bridge the gap between traditional finance (TradFi) and DeFi through the tokenization of real-world assets (RWA) . Ondo isn't a single platform. Instead, it's developed a range of products, protocols, and services aimed at offering crypto traders more avenues to trade.
May 28, 2024
Intermediate
Protocols
DApps
What is Dymension (DYM)? Exploring the modular blockchain
Dymension is a modular Layer-1 blockchain platform that supports the creation and deployment of new application-specific blockchain networks called RollApps. Blockchains like Ethereum and Solana are effective general-purpose networks that can support decentralized applications (DApps). However, due to the constraints of the Proof of Stake consensus mechanism they’ve adopted, neither network can be modified to serve the specific requirements DApp developers may have, such as instant settlement or off-chain storage. Dymension helps to address this challenge by allowing developers to spin off new blockchain platforms with custom features to support their applications.
May 28, 2024
Intermediate
Ethereum
Altcoin
Protocols
How to bridge to Optimism
Optimism is a popular Ethereum Layer 2 (L2) blockchain designed to increase scalability. As a result, bridging is an essential part of using the technology. Optimism increases efficiency by processing transactions off Ethereum and periodically syncing them. This results in transaction fees and processing speed being significantly lower than Ethereum, making one of the most popular Ethereum L2 solutions.
May 22, 2024
Altcoin
Protocols
Farming
Top 10 crypto airdrops for 2024
An airdrop is a marketing and community-seeding tactic that sees a crypto company distribute free tokens from its project to selected people. An airdrop can help bootstrap the project by rewarding early adopters or incentivizing specific user behavior.
May 20, 2024
Protocols
Goldfinch Protocol Explained: A Beginner's Guide to Decentralized Lending and Borrowing
The blockchain industry has been focusing on developing Web 3.0 for several years now. This has led to the development of the metaverse, interoperability, decentralized finance (DeFi), and other produ
Apr 25, 2024
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