Author: NBTC

Some miners at OCEAN have started making use of the Coin Age Priority algorithm during block template construction using DATUM. Originally, Bitcoin Core originally selected transactions to include in blocks based on what they had seen first in their mempool. This logic was eventually replaced by prioritizing older coins, i.e. that had been sitting around unspent longer, over other coins. This was eventually only applied to a small portion of the blockspace, and then eventually done away with entirely around the time of Segwit. It’s still maintained in Bitcoin Knots. I can only speculate as to the motives of the…

The Lagrange Prover Network, a well-known decentralized node network, has announced a significant step in its collaboration with ZKsync. As per Lagrange Prover Network, it has effectively launched the initial implementation of ZK Stack Prover of ZKsync. The platform took to social media to provide details of this endeavor. 1/ It’s a new Era for ZKsync’s Elastic NetworkThe Lagrange Prover Network has successfully launched the first decentralized implementation of @zksync’s ZK Stack proverThe test network is live now, launched with @P2Pvalidator @NethermindEth @EigenYields @Staked_US @EigenLayer pic.twitter.com/mmSGqIqEkf — LAGRANGE (@lagrangedev) January 13, 2025 Lagrange Prover Network Implements ZK Stack Prover of…

Bitcoin must hold $94K during a retest to validate its recent breakout; failure risks a significant downside. Sustained movement above $94K could lead to an acceleration toward higher levels, resembling past breakout patterns. Traders can use the $94K support and potential range lows for strategic positioning with defined risks. Bitcoin has recently traded higher from the lower timeframe range it had been in and moved above $94,000. Most experts posit that this level is one that acts as a critical point in terms of the subsequent movements in price of the cryptocurrency. Despite the breakout seeming to look good, one…

As the crypto market enters a new phase of bullish momentum, the question on everyone’s mind is whether Decentralized Finance (DeFi) will once again take center stage. While the DeFi boom of 2020 catalyzed the broader blockchain ecosystem, this cycle may take a more evolved and measured approach, emphasizing utility and long-term sustainability. Why DeFi Matters More Than Ever DeFi has transcended its experimental origins to become a cornerstone of blockchain innovation. By leveraging smart contracts and decentralized infrastructure, it has democratized access to financial services for millions of people worldwide. DeFi isn’t a fringe experiment anymore, but a proven…

The 3D adventure ARPG Spot Zero from the developers Tarta Games has revealed an upcoming event for the 0xMantle Collection NFT. In the first stage of the Astral Core event, participants will receive some benefits that bring additional value to those who own NFTs in the game’s economy. 🎉 Exciting news for Citizen of @0xMantle NFT holders! 🎉During Stage 1: Unboxing the Spot Zero Astral Core, your NFT gives you exclusive benefit:🔑 Extra Keys when completing the on-chain asset verification!Don’t miss out on this head start for unlocking epic rewards:… pic.twitter.com/FPStyEge7C — Spot Zero (@SpotZero_Game) January 15, 2025 Stage 1:…

Ethereum price started a minor recovery wave above the $3,200 zone. ETH is struggling and might continue to move down if it stays below $3,320. Ethereum started a minor recovery wave from the $3,160 zone. The price is trading below $3,320 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is a connecting bullish trend line forming with support at $3,250 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD (data feed via Kraken). The pair could struggle to start a fresh increase above the $3,320 resistance level. Ethereum Price Faces Resistance Ethereum price started a short-term recovery wave from the $3,160 level, like Bitcoin.…

Decentralized crypto exchange HyperLiquid distributed its native token, HYPE, spurring demand that saw the price jump to $4.18 from an initial $3.2 and lifting the fully diluted value (FDV) to $4.2 billion There are 333 million of the planned 1 billion tokens in circulation after the airdrop, giving a market cap of around $1.4 billion. Trading volume topped $165 million during the first hour of trading. Of the total supply, 38.88% has been allocated to future emissions and community rewards and 23.8% is set aside for current and future core contributors. The token can be staked to secure HyperBFT, the…

This is a segment from the 0xResearch newsletter. To read full editions, subscribe. The ICF’s 2024 Cross-Chain Interoperability Report highlights the growth of cross-chain ecosystems, the role of key interoperability protocols and emerging trends shaping the future of decentralized networks. As of October 2024 (the latest data the ICF included), total transaction volume across the top interoperability protocols exceeded $41 billion. Ethereum continues to dominate flows in nominal terms, leading both outflows (47.9%) and inflows (38.9%) across various blockchains. The most active cross-chain route is from Ethereum to Arbitrum, the report notes, with a total volume of $10.7 billion. This…

To address inefficiencies in price discovery in centralized finance and over-the-counter markets, Wintermute co-founder Yoann Turpin calls for more DeFi adoption. In a social media post, Yoann Turpin, the co-founder of Wintermute, an algorithmic trading platform that focuses on building liquidity in digital asset markets, called out the challenges that come with price discovery in the crypto industry. Turpin claims that centralized exchanges like Binance engage in private arrangements between big buyers and sellers, creating risk in how consumers interact with different projects across the crypto ecosystem, skewing market opportunities in favour or larger players. “The role of a market…

As the Ethereum network continues to evolve, decentralized finance (DeFi) projects play an increasingly vital role in its ecosystem, particularly through their contribution to Ethereum’s fee-burning mechanism. A recent report has highlighted the leading DeFi projects that have been the most significant contributors to Ethereum’s “burn” function, which helps reduce the overall circulating supply of ETH, thus potentially increasing scarcity and value. TOP #ETHEREUM BURNER #DEFI PROJECTS#Uniswap $UNI #Metamask #1Inch #GnosisChain #Pendle #Aave $AAVE #0xProtocol $ZRX #KyberSwap #Chainlink $LINK #Hex $HEX pic.twitter.com/dtTSic6WBS — PHOENIX – Crypto News & Analytics (@pnxgrp) January 12, 2025 According to the Phoenix Group,Uniswap, the decentralized…