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IBC recently introduced its latest update, ibc-go v8.1. The update has brought IBC Channel Upgradability to the platform. With ibc-go v8.1, IBC can upgrade existing channels for new apps and features like fee middleware. It also allows the network to use interchain accounts alongside unordered channels. Moreover, the update facilitates pruning stale acknowledgments for reduced disk overhead. IBC released a string of tweets and an official post to inform the users. The tweets continued to read that Channel Upgradability will solve an important issue for IBC partners. Currently, token fungibility uses existing channels, which requires new channels for new features.…
Bitcoin is predicted to experience unprecedented growth and opportunities in 2024, according to many reports and analysts who have dissected micro and macro trends, forecasting a bright future for the world’s largest crypto and other related assets. The price of Bitcoin may surpass $50,000 by the middle of 2024, retracing the wave patterns that previously propelled the cryptocurrency to all-time highs. Analyst words on Bitcoin The founder of 10x Research, Markus Thielen, mentioned in one of his notes on Monday that Bitcoin will be taking fresh bets on a bullish market and break above the $43,000 mark, requiring re-engagement of…
Ethereum had its latest upgrade, the Dencun or the Cancun– Deneb upgrade, which was highly anticipated to be completed within the year’s first quarter. This upgrade will mainly focus on improving Ethereum’s security, efficiency, and scalability through a chain of EIPs (Ethereum improvement proposals). One of the EIPs, proto-dank sharding or EIP-4844, will soon be implemented during the Dencun upgrade, and this will allow users on the Ethereum blockchain network to benefit from reduced gas fees on L2 (Layer 2) transactions after the proto-danksharding. The second of the three test networks recently went live with the Dencun upgrade. In this…
Kadena has announced that it has achieved an important milestone as hashrate touches an ATH of 666.88 PH/s, that is, Petahashes per second. This has been termed incredible considering there is a decline in Bitcoin. It is also incredible since the lowest it has ever been was 63.19 PH/s. The ATH dates back to January 28, 2024. Kadena is optimistic about the growth amid the rise in its hashrate. The higher the hashrate, the stronger the security and decentralization. Also, it demonstrates that Kadena has new computational power joining the ecosystem. Therefore, it makes it difficult for malicious actors to…
On January 10, 2024, the US SEC approved applications for Bitcoin ETFs, encouraging optimism among crypto enthusiasts. There was a momentary rise in the valuation, but that has calmed down now. While the Bitcoin ETF has paved the way for more crypto ETF applications to surface in the future, its adoption has considerably slowed down. Several financial institutions comply with due diligence before listing the product on the platform. This means that institutions are checking Bitcoin ETFs for risks, facts, and opportunities. No firm has denied listing the product, but they have said that only after they have conducted due…
Ethereum is up by 1.67% in the last 24 hours, listed at $2,304.40 at the time of drafting this article. There is a possibility that ETH may rise more in the days to come. The statement is based on the anticipation that the US SEC will likely approve the remaining Ether ETF applications. An alternate expectation is that the price may not be affected or have little impact. So, a simple answer is that there is a chance of ETH rising after the Commission approves applications, and there is also a chance that the actual impact may be minimal. Potential…
Hedera has announced two new updates to its ecosystem. One pertains to the introduction of a new testnet faucet and another to changes in the native portal. Both are in line to enhance developers’ experience and optimize resource allocation. Also, the changes come in response to feedback that Hedera has received and that the team identified during operations. Both changes on Hedera are live, effective February 1, 2024. A new anonymous faucet allows developers to collect up to 100 testnet HBAR. This can happen once every 24 hours, simply by using their EVM address or ID. Test tokens will be…
The flagship cryptocurrency, Bitcoin, looks to be at a crossroads as it continues to trade flat, indecisive about whether to move downward or upward. Commenting on this current price action, crypto analyst Eric Krown Crypto reveals key factors that will decide Bitcoin’s next move. Bitcoin In “Outlier Land” In a video posted on his YouTube channel, Eric Krown used the Stochastic indicator to analyze Bitcoin’s current price and predict what direction the crypto token was likely headed. Based on his analysis, Krown noted that the current Stochastic level was pointing to a potential correction that was well overdue for Bitcoin. …
Shenglong Electrical, a Chinese language electrical enterprise, showcased its metaverse-based clever constructing administration system at an expo in Beijing. This method integrates subsystems right into a unified IoT interface, routinely adjusting air-con temperatures primarily based on customer numbers. Developed by Shenglong Electrical’s R&D group, this resolution reduces vitality consumption and operational prices whereas enhancing customer experiences. Shenglong Electrical’s metaverse-based clever constructing administration system covers an expansive space of over 60,000 sq. meters. The system autonomously controls all constructing tools, adapting to totally different climate circumstances and customer dynamics. The system optimizes occasion room temperatures by leveraging predictive capabilities, guaranteeing optimum…
Renowned crypto asset hedge fund manager Charles Edwards has made a bold prediction regarding the future price of Bitcoin. Edwards, founder of Capriole Investments, shared his insights via X (formerly Twitter), outlining a compelling case for Bitcoin’s potential to reach $280,000 in the coming year. In his statement, Edwards referenced historical data and several key factors that could drive Bitcoin’s price to new heights. He began by comparing Bitcoin’s performance after the 2020 halving event, stating, “If Bitcoin’s post halving returns are the same as 2020, we are looking at $280K Bitcoin next year.” Bitcoin Price Could Top $300,000 Next…