Author: NBTC
zkSync Era is undergoing an upgrade and has some great news for users and builders. Following its most recent upgrade (VM version 1.4.2, Protocol version 22), which introduced EIP-4844 support and significantly decreased our fees by a factor of 10, now is the opportune moment to introduce some novel functionalities and enhancements to Protocol v24. The company encountered certain difficulties with v23 in its internal environments before deciding to standardize the enhancements A few of the enhancements to the new version will include the addition of EVM curve operations precompiles, the zkSync Bridgehub, and a new precompile for P256Verify. Furthermore,…
Bitcoin price extended its increase and climbed above the $66,000 resistance zone. BTC is now showing positive signs and might find bids near $65,500. Bitcoin gained pace for a move above the $65,500 resistance zone. The price is trading above $65,500 and the 100 hourly Simple moving average. There is a key bullish trend line forming with support at $65,700 on the hourly chart of the BTC/USD pair (data feed from Kraken). The pair could correct lower, but the bulls might remain active near the $65,500 support. Bitcoin Price Gains Strength Bitcoin price started a fresh increase above the $64,500…
In a recent interview with BeInCrypto, Alan Scott, a researcher at Railgun, elaborated on the recent endorsement by Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin. This endorsement highlights the advancements and the unique privacy features that Railgun aims to bring to the decentralized finance (DeFi) sector. DeFi Through Zero Knowledge Proof Tech Railgun leverages zero-knowledge proofs (zk-SNARKs) to ensure user privacy while interacting with DeFi applications. “Zero-knowledge proofs allow users to prove a statement’s truth without revealing the actual information. In Railgun’s case, users can prove they own a specific balance of encrypted tokens in the Railgun smart contract, enabling privacy-preserving transactions,” Scott…
Coins.ph, a digital asset exchange in the Philippines, has obtained approval from the country’s central bank, Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), to introduce PHPC, a Philippine peso-pegged stablecoin. This milestone marks a significant development in the digital asset landscape, offering Filipinos a secure and stable digital currency for various financial transactions. Empowering digital transactions with PHPC PHPC, the first Philippine stablecoin designed for retail customers, aims to revolutionize digital transactions in the country. In a media roundtable on Wednesday, Wei Zhou, CEO of Coins.ph, expressed the transformative potential of PHPC, stating, “PHPC will empower Filipinos to transact seamlessly and securely…
FTX’s latest plan to pay back its creditors is another step in a process that could require plenty more negotiation…and time. In other words, the saga is not over. Creditors will have a chance to weigh in on the bankrupt crypto exchange’s joint reorganization plan — filed late Tuesday — before it gets presented before a court in June. The new plan could fully reimburse creditors — at November 2022 prices — with some receiving interest. The FTX estate owes creditors roughly $11 billion, though it has managed to cobble together between $14.5 and $16.3 billion in cash. The returns…
To provide customers with a higher level of DeFi exposure and promote the Chainlink framework, decentralized perpetual exchange YFX has integrated Chainlink Data Streams on the Arbitrum mainnet. The company’s initial incorporation occurred using Chainlink Data Streams, which included AVAX, USD, BNB, USD, DOGE, and many others. They focused on Chainlink Data Streams because of the superior quality of data they delivered using the well-established Chainlink framework, which provides unmatched capability and security. With YFX V4, which expands upon the existing Perpetual Protocol market, traders and makers have access to the most user-friendly, cost-effective, and lucrative trading platform available. Traders…
Morgan Stanley integrates Bitcoin into funds, marking significant mainstream adoption. The Reynolds Foundation donates $1 million to support open-source Bitcoin projects. Momentum grows as financial giants and philanthropists embrace cryptocurrency initiatives. In a bold move reflecting the accelerating mainstream adoption of cryptocurrencies, Morgan Stanley, a financial behemoth managing $1.5 trillion in assets, has announced its foray into Bitcoin. The renowned investment firm has filed prospectuses for two of its funds, the Discovery Portfolio and Growth Portfolio, to include exposure to Bitcoin. JUST IN: Morgan Stanley filed a prospectus to add #Bitcoin exposure in 2 of their funds:– Discovery Portfolio– Growth…
Bitcoin (BTC) is rapidly evolving. While the Bitcoin network has primarily been used for payment transactions, current activity appears to be resembling that of Ethereum during the height of decentralized application (Dapp) projects. The introduction of Bitcoin Runes and BRC-20 tokens – which emerged during the time of the fourth Bitcoin halving event – has likely sparked the evolution of Bitcoin-native decentralized finance (DeFi). The Emergence of Bitcoin DeFi Rena Shah, VP of Products at Trust Machines – a team focused on growing the Bitcoin economy – told Cryptonews that two years ago, Bitcoin DeFi wasn’t a narrative the ecosystem…
Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino responded to Deutsche Bank analysts’ questions about the company’s solvency and the stability of its USDT stablecoin. Ardoino cited the latest statement from Deutsche Bank analysts on his X account, saying the financial institution has no room to talk. The Tether CEO noted Deutsche Bank’s history of fines and sanctions, raising doubts about its ability to criticize others in the industry. Ardoino recalled that the International Monetary Fund also named Deutsche Bank the riskiest bank in the world. “Deutsche Bank’s history of fines and penalties raises doubts about its own standing to critique others in the…
Cryptocurrency exchange Bybit aims to enhance the decentralized finance (DeFIi) sector with its upcoming Initial DEX Offering (IDO) for Nulink (NLK). Slated for May 12, this event will mark the launch of the NLK token, aiming to raise 200,000 USDC at 0.05 USDC per NLK. Bybit Prepares IDO for Nulink The IDO on Bybit aims to enhance data privacy across the dApps ecosystem. Nulink promises to bolster security through an exclusive API that supports developers and companies in crafting applications within a privacy-focused framework. This approach ensures that user data remains protected, fostering a secure environment for technological advancement. Interest…