Peercoin(PPC)

[PRESS RELEASE – Tallinn, Estonia, September 28th, 2023] DappCasino Launches a Bespoke New Set Of Casino Reviews Following Up On The Next Big Sites, Benefits, and Risks in The Decentralized Gambling Sphere DappCasino.io just released a new set of decentralized casino reviews and step-to-step guides to educate players. As the crypto gambling market rises in […]

DappCasino Unveils Comprehensive Guides on Decentralized Gambling: Bridging Traditional and Crypto Gaming Worlds

[PRESS RELEASE – Tortola, BVI, Massachusetts, September 21st, 2023] Moondance Labs, the company developing the Tanssi appchain infrastructure protocol, announced today ContainerChains, a more efficient and developer-friendly solution to deploying application-specific blockchains (appchains). The rise of appchains is valued for their dedicated blockspace, customizability, and adherence to blockchain’s core tenets: security, governance capabilities, and decentralization. […]

Moondance Labs Introduces Tanssi ContainerChains: The Next Phase in Appchain Deployment

Ottochain, a revolutionary application-specific blockchain (Appchain) within the Octopus Network, is poised to reshape the landscape of Web3 and redefine how communities engage with groundbreaking technology

[PRESS RELEASE – Abuja, Nigeria/FCT, September 8th, 2023] Ottochain, a revolutionary application-specific blockchain (Appchain) within the Octopus Network, is poised to reshape the landscape of Web3 and redefine how communities engage with groundbreaking technology. With its focus on interoperability, security, and community-driven governance, Ottochain empowers users, developers, investors, and communities to collaboratively build the future […]

The decentralized social media protocol is migrating to OP Mainnet according to a post by Farcaster co-founder Dan Romero today August 23. Romero has also noted that many of Farcaster’s users and developers “are building on the OP Stack across OP Mainnet, Base & Zora.” Once the cursory steps for the migration are done, the next step will be the enabling of permission-less sign-ups which will finally open up Farcaster to the broader world. This is a big step for Farcaster, especially with OP Mainnet picking up steam and the recent increase of interest in social dApps. At present, Farcaster is still on Ethereum, with a big chunk of its data stored offchain in servers. But the recent growth and developments in Ethereum’s layer 2 ecosystem have given developers a wide range of tools and options. OP Mainnet, as mentioned, is currently picking up steam with its recent ‘Bedrock’ update that became the first step in its goal of creating a “superchain”. The update paved the way for higher transaction throughput but with lower gas fees. This migration is considered strategic, especially given how Ethereum L2s have been rapidly evolving and are now processing nearly five times as many transactions per second (TPS) as the primary Ethereum network. Projects that operate in the Ethereum ecosystem, like Farcaster, are recognizing the advantages of Layer 2 solutions and are subsequently shifting their focus. Farcaster's migration move is indicative of a broader trend in the world of Web3, where platforms are seeking to leverage the enhanced transaction throughput and reduced fees of Layer 2 and 3 solutions. For instance, Lens, another decentralized social media protocol developed by Aave, operates on a specialized Layer 3 appchain. With layer 2 protocols optimizing their transaction throughputs, the potential for decentralized social apps like Farcaster could be endless, especially with OP Mainnet’s collaborative vision as manifested in its goal of a superchain. Disclaimer: This article is provided for informational purposes only. It is not offered or intended to be used as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice.

The decentralized social media protocol is migrating to OP Mainnet according to a post by Farcaster co-founder Dan Romero today August 23. Romero has also noted that many of Farcaster’s users and developers “are building on the OP Stack across OP Mainnet, Base & Zora.” Once the cursory steps for the migration are done, the next step will be the enabling of permission-less sign-ups which will finally open up Farcaster to the broader world. This is a big step for Farcaster, especially with OP Mainnet picking up steam and the recent increase of interest in social dApps. At present, Farcaster is still on Ethereum, with a big chunk of its data stored offchain in servers. But the recent growth and developments in Ethereum’s layer 2 ecosystem have given developers a wide range of tools and options. OP Mainnet, as mentioned, is currently picking up steam with its recent ‘Bedrock’ update that became the first step in its goal of creating a “superchain”. The update paved the way for higher transaction throughput but with lower gas fees. This migration is considered strategic, especially given how Ethereum L2s have been rapidly evolving and are now processing nearly five times as many transactions per second (TPS) as the primary Ethereum network. Projects that operate in the Ethereum ecosystem, like Farcaster, are recognizing the advantages of Layer 2 solutions and are subsequently shifting their focus. Farcaster's migration move is indicative of a broader trend in the world of Web3, where platforms are seeking to leverage the enhanced transaction throughput and reduced fees of Layer 2 and 3 solutions. For instance, Lens, another decentralized social media protocol developed by Aave, operates on a specialized Layer 3 appchain. With layer 2 protocols optimizing their transaction throughputs, the potential for decentralized social apps like Farcaster could be endless, especially with OP Mainnet’s collaborative vision as manifested in its goal of a superchain. Disclaimer: This article is provided for informational purposes only. It is not offered or intended to be used as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice.

The dYdX foundation, the non-profit organization behind the dYdX decentralized exchange, has published a list of guidelines and requirements that validators and stakers must comply with. According to dYdX, these guidelines have been issued to ensure maximum user protection. Good Practices For dYdX Chain Validators dYdX stated that it was releasing the list of good practices for prospective validators of the dYdX chain. The list has been released to further the foundation’s mission to foster, support, and promote the dYdX ecosystem by enabling communities, developers, and decentralized governance. According to the post, the list would help token holders make informed decisions regarding the selection of validators to stake to. It would also increase the likelihood of dYdX Chain L1 token holders to stake to them. The blog post organizes the list of good practices into six distinct categories. These are MEV, Performance, Operations and Security, Transparency, Governance participation, and dYdX ecosystem considerations. The post states that validators must maintain high uptime and ensure that their node is online at most times. They should also keep mempools across the network more consistent and ensure a better experience for traders. It also stated that chain validators must minimize the slashing risk by monitoring the performance of their nodes. The team added in the post, “It’s inadvisable to use “sentries” given increased latency, but instead opt for a threshold signer.” Other good security practices highlighted in the post include the proper storage of keys, which should be backed up in a separate, secure location. Validators must also implement a system to issue alerts for critical issues and participate in dYdX chain testnets and operating nodes through a legal organization. It also laid emphasis on transparency, urging chain validators and stakers to engage with the dYdX community and keep them informed regarding current developments. “Validators may choose to be transparent about their operations and provide regular updates to their delegations. This includes publishing information about geographic location, redundancy, physical security, node performance, uptime, and rewards distribution, among other things, and full disclosure of the total number of validators operated and the total stake controlled by them.” Strong Stand Against MEV The post has taken a particularly strong stand against Maximal Extractable Value (MEV), stating that validators must not engage in any activity that is related to MEV. According to the post, those engaging in MEV-related activities would be subject to punishment, and delegates would also face repercussions should they support any validator indulging in MEV practices. “We expect that the dYdX community will take steps to disincentivize and punish bad actors who engage in MEV activities. As such, a delegator should consider that they may be impacted if they are delegating to a validator engaging in MEV.” The team further noted, “Aligning on potential good practices for validators could be important in guiding responsible participation and decision-making within the dYdX Chain ecosystem.” Maximal Extractable Value or MEV refers to the practice of using arbitrage techniques to extract profit by reordering transactions that ordinary Web3 users execute. According to Flashbots, Ethereum users have lost a staggering $450 million to MEV since the Merge and over $600 million in the two years prior to it. The dYdX Chain The notice from the dYdX foundation comes as dYdX prepares to move from the Ethereum network to a Cosmos-based dedicated appchain. The second public testnet for the dYdX chain was launched on the 10th of August and introduced over 30 markets to the platform. dYdX is a leader in the perpetual DEX markets, with the protocol hosting over $400 million worth of trades on the 21st of August, according to Token Terminal. Disclaimer: This article is provided for informational purposes only. It is not offered or intended to be used as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice.

The dYdX foundation, the non-profit organization behind the dYdX decentralized exchange, has published a list of guidelines and requirements that validators and stakers must comply with. According to dYdX, these guidelines have been issued to ensure maximum user protection. Good Practices For dYdX Chain Validators dYdX stated that it was releasing the list of good practices for prospective validators of the dYdX chain. The list has been released to further the foundation’s mission to foster, support, and promote the dYdX ecosystem by enabling communities, developers, and decentralized governance. According to the post, the list would help token holders make informed decisions regarding the selection of validators to stake to. It would also increase the likelihood of dYdX Chain L1 token holders to stake to them. The blog post organizes the list of good practices into six distinct categories. These are MEV, Performance, Operations and Security, Transparency, Governance participation, and dYdX ecosystem considerations. The post states that validators must maintain high uptime and ensure that their node is online at most times. They should also keep mempools across the network more consistent and ensure a better experience for traders. It also stated that chain validators must minimize the slashing risk by monitoring the performance of their nodes. The team added in the post, “It’s inadvisable to use “sentries” given increased latency, but instead opt for a threshold signer.” Other good security practices highlighted in the post include the proper storage of keys, which should be backed up in a separate, secure location. Validators must also implement a system to issue alerts for critical issues and participate in dYdX chain testnets and operating nodes through a legal organization. It also laid emphasis on transparency, urging chain validators and stakers to engage with the dYdX community and keep them informed regarding current developments. “Validators may choose to be transparent about their operations and provide regular updates to their delegations. This includes publishing information about geographic location, redundancy, physical security, node performance, uptime, and rewards distribution, among other things, and full disclosure of the total number of validators operated and the total stake controlled by them.” Strong Stand Against MEV The post has taken a particularly strong stand against Maximal Extractable Value (MEV), stating that validators must not engage in any activity that is related to MEV. According to the post, those engaging in MEV-related activities would be subject to punishment, and delegates would also face repercussions should they support any validator indulging in MEV practices. “We expect that the dYdX community will take steps to disincentivize and punish bad actors who engage in MEV activities. As such, a delegator should consider that they may be impacted if they are delegating to a validator engaging in MEV.” The team further noted, “Aligning on potential good practices for validators could be important in guiding responsible participation and decision-making within the dYdX Chain ecosystem.” Maximal Extractable Value or MEV refers to the practice of using arbitrage techniques to extract profit by reordering transactions that ordinary Web3 users execute. According to Flashbots, Ethereum users have lost a staggering $450 million to MEV since the Merge and over $600 million in the two years prior to it. The dYdX Chain The notice from the dYdX foundation comes as dYdX prepares to move from the Ethereum network to a Cosmos-based dedicated appchain. The second public testnet for the dYdX chain was launched on the 10th of August and introduced over 30 markets to the platform. dYdX is a leader in the perpetual DEX markets, with the protocol hosting over $400 million worth of trades on the 21st of August, according to Token Terminal. Disclaimer: This article is provided for informational purposes only. It is not offered or intended to be used as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice.

Singapore, Singapore, August 18th, 2023, ChainwireRangers Protocol is excited to unveil its Node Management Platform 2.0, an innovative multi-functional tool designed to provide comprehensive support in node hosting. This major update not only streamlines the process for users to become verification nodes but also introduces powerful features such as the Delegated Staking System. This upgrade is a testament to Rangers Protocol's commitment to fostering an efficient and inclusive blockchain ecosystem.BackgroundRangers Protocol has consistently enabled users to access a high-performing Mainnet blockchain, a secure Connector for cross-chain transport and public chain interconnection, an optimized Sub-Chain for gaming AppChains, and a fully Ethereum-compatible REVM. Its comprehensive infrastructure has made it an essential tool for the Web3 ecosystem.A recent highlight of Rangers Protocol's capability was its support for MetaCene, a post-apocalyptic MMORPG. Successfully deployed on Rangers Protocol’s Robin Testnet, MetaCene showcased the performance and scalability of Rangers Protocol's blockchain technology. This application, among others, illustrates the potential of Rangers Protocol in fostering an efficient and decentralized Web3 ecosystem.Introducing Node Management Platform 2.0Rangers Protocol's Node Management Platform 2.0 is a one-stop solution for all user needs in node services and portfolio management. It offers features that cater to a wide range of users, from expert miners and investors to blockchain enthusiasts.Main FeaturesWallet Account Management & Top Up: Users can easily register or log in using their email address, top up their hot wallets, and review top-up history.Aggregated Application Processes: Node server purchasing, validator application, and mine owner application are now consolidated under one dashboard, offering users greater flexibility and ease of navigation.Validator Center for Delegated Staking: Users can view, add, and look up all active validator nodes under the Validator Center, and review information about delegators, stakings, and rewards.Delegated Staking System: This integrated system enables ecosystem nodes to open for delegations and benefit from customized commissions, while mass investors can delegate their RPG tokens to preferred nodes and enjoy distributed rewards.Node Hosting Management: Users can review and modify their nodes and delegate under the Portfolio tab, including real-time node data on the Rangers Protocol decentralized network.Data Interface: Users can view ecosystem nodes, monitor earnings, and gain quantitative insight on node performances with the Calculator feature.Redefining the Node Management Experience:The release of Node Management Platform 2.0 represents more than just an update — it is a transformative shift towards a more cohesive and intuitive experience for node operators. Rangers Protocol has consolidated essential features under a single dashboard, streamlining the process and simplifying navigation to make it easier for even those new to the blockchain industry to join the RP verification network. Furthermore, the addition of the Calculator feature provides miners with insights into their income and earnings, making monitoring straightforward and transparent. This new platform is not only accessible and user-friendly but also affordable, allowing users to join for free and rent a node at an industry-competitive price of 300 $USDT per month. By doing so, they can tap into the vast potential of the decentralized ecosystem and gain steady $RPG rewards. This comprehensive approach ensures that node hosting is more accessible, efficient, and rewarding than ever before, setting a new standard in the field of node management."Rangers Protocol is revolutionizing node hosting and management with the launch of Node Management Platform 2.0. With its advanced features and user-friendly interface, we are empowering node operators and setting new standards in the blockchain industry." – Nicolas Zhu, CBO, Rangers ProtocolRangers Protocol's Node Management Platform 2.0 reaffirms the company's commitment to fostering an efficient and inclusive blockchain ecosystem. With its comprehensive features and user-centered design, it offers unprecedented value to node operators, setting a new benchmark for node hosting and management. As the blockchain industry continues to grow, Rangers Protocol's cutting-edge solutions are poised to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of this technology.About Rangers ProtocolRangers Protocol is the backbone of a Web3 engine for creating immersive Web3 applications. It minimizes the development difficulty for Web3 developers and maximizes the user experience of its Web3 applications. Rangers Protocol provides comprehensive infrastructures for efficient complex-app development, successful cross-chain and mass distribution, diverse in-app NFT and DeFi features, and more. Through its full EVM compatibility, strategic industry partnerships, and curated all-in-one IDE, Rangers Protocol supports AAA and indie developers to succeed in the Web3 world.ContactCBONicolas ZhuRangers [email protected]

Singapore, Singapore, August 18th, 2023, ChainwireRangers Protocol is excited to unveil its Node Management Platform 2.0, an innovative multi-functional tool designed to provide comprehensive support in node hosting. This major update not only streamlines the process for users to become verification nodes but also introduces powerful features such as the Delegated Staking System. This upgrade is a testament to Rangers Protocol's commitment to fostering an efficient and inclusive blockchain ecosystem.BackgroundRangers Protocol has consistently enabled users to access a high-performing Mainnet blockchain, a secure Connector for cross-chain transport and public chain interconnection, an optimized Sub-Chain for gaming AppChains, and a fully Ethereum-compatible REVM. Its comprehensive infrastructure has made it an essential tool for the Web3 ecosystem.A recent highlight of Rangers Protocol's capability was its support for MetaCene, a post-apocalyptic MMORPG. Successfully deployed on Rangers Protocol’s Robin Testnet, MetaCene showcased the performance and scalability of Rangers Protocol's blockchain technology. This application, among others, illustrates the potential of Rangers Protocol in fostering an efficient and decentralized Web3 ecosystem.Introducing Node Management Platform 2.0Rangers Protocol's Node Management Platform 2.0 is a one-stop solution for all user needs in node services and portfolio management. It offers features that cater to a wide range of users, from expert miners and investors to blockchain enthusiasts.Main FeaturesWallet Account Management & Top Up: Users can easily register or log in using their email address, top up their hot wallets, and review top-up history.Aggregated Application Processes: Node server purchasing, validator application, and mine owner application are now consolidated under one dashboard, offering users greater flexibility and ease of navigation.Validator Center for Delegated Staking: Users can view, add, and look up all active validator nodes under the Validator Center, and review information about delegators, stakings, and rewards.Delegated Staking System: This integrated system enables ecosystem nodes to open for delegations and benefit from customized commissions, while mass investors can delegate their RPG tokens to preferred nodes and enjoy distributed rewards.Node Hosting Management: Users can review and modify their nodes and delegate under the Portfolio tab, including real-time node data on the Rangers Protocol decentralized network.Data Interface: Users can view ecosystem nodes, monitor earnings, and gain quantitative insight on node performances with the Calculator feature.Redefining the Node Management Experience:The release of Node Management Platform 2.0 represents more than just an update — it is a transformative shift towards a more cohesive and intuitive experience for node operators. Rangers Protocol has consolidated essential features under a single dashboard, streamlining the process and simplifying navigation to make it easier for even those new to the blockchain industry to join the RP verification network. Furthermore, the addition of the Calculator feature provides miners with insights into their income and earnings, making monitoring straightforward and transparent. This new platform is not only accessible and user-friendly but also affordable, allowing users to join for free and rent a node at an industry-competitive price of 300 $USDT per month. By doing so, they can tap into the vast potential of the decentralized ecosystem and gain steady $RPG rewards. This comprehensive approach ensures that node hosting is more accessible, efficient, and rewarding than ever before, setting a new standard in the field of node management."Rangers Protocol is revolutionizing node hosting and management with the launch of Node Management Platform 2.0. With its advanced features and user-friendly interface, we are empowering node operators and setting new standards in the blockchain industry." – Nicolas Zhu, CBO, Rangers ProtocolRangers Protocol's Node Management Platform 2.0 reaffirms the company's commitment to fostering an efficient and inclusive blockchain ecosystem. With its comprehensive features and user-centered design, it offers unprecedented value to node operators, setting a new benchmark for node hosting and management. As the blockchain industry continues to grow, Rangers Protocol's cutting-edge solutions are poised to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of this technology.About Rangers ProtocolRangers Protocol is the backbone of a Web3 engine for creating immersive Web3 applications. It minimizes the development difficulty for Web3 developers and maximizes the user experience of its Web3 applications. Rangers Protocol provides comprehensive infrastructures for efficient complex-app development, successful cross-chain and mass distribution, diverse in-app NFT and DeFi features, and more. Through its full EVM compatibility, strategic industry partnerships, and curated all-in-one IDE, Rangers Protocol supports AAA and indie developers to succeed in the Web3 world.ContactCBONicolas ZhuRangers [email protected]

The UK’s HM Treasury has officially rejected the House of Commons Treasury Committee’s recent recommendation to regulate crypto trading not as financial assets but as gambling instruments. Let’s find out more. Bitcoin Elon Musk’s Tesla has continued to hodl its BTC reserves for the fourth consecutive quarter after being forced to divest 75% of its reserves in 2022 Q2. After hitting the range bottom, BTC looks to be heading higher once more, with the bulls looking to test the $31,000 to $32,000 major resistance again. Ethereum In the midst of a rebounding crypto market, Vitalik Buterin has hinted at a forthcoming upgrade to the Ethereum network, which could potentially reduce costs by a factor of 100. DeFi DeFi protocol Conic Finance revealed that it had suffered an exploit, with the attacker draining over 1700 ETH worth $3.6 million from one of its Omnipools. Uniswap founder Hayden Adam’s Twitter account suffered a breach, with hackers sending out several tweets leading users to scam websites and phishing links. Leading DEX platform Spectrum Finance has revealed its strategic collaboration with Cardano, the innovative smart contract platform. Axelar has launched the Interchain Token Service, a solution designed to enhance the interoperability of ERC-20 tokens across all EVM-compatible chains. Altcoins Solana Labs has announced the rollout of the Solang compiler that will help EVM developers transition to the Solana ecosystem. The crypto world eagerly awaits upcoming Litecoin's third halving event, which is expected to happen on August 2, 2023, once the 2,520,000th block is mined. Technology Crypto experts have raised questions on central bank digital currencies like where are all the mainstream media articles or televised debates on the advantages or disadvantages of implementing CBDCs nationwide. Worldcoin has completed its migration to the Optimism ecosystem, with critical components such as the World ID and World App technology stack already migrated to the OP mainnet. Starknet has disclosed the initiation of "appchains," a framework designed to enable developers to construct several application-specific blockchains within the Starknet ecosystem. Business The recently uncovered personal diaries of Alameda Research CEO Caroline Ellison could be used as key evidence in the upcoming trial of FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried. Venture capital firms Coinfund and Polychain Capital have successfully raised a total of $350 million in their latest fundraising rounds, showcasing returning confidence in the crypto space. American investor Cathie Wood’s ARK Invest sold another $50.5 million worth of Coinbase shares to cash in on the recent crypto market rally. Binance has abruptly ended its five-year partnership with the Argentine Football Association (AFA) after only one year. Regulation A bipartisan group of United States Senators has introduced the CANSEE Act to regulate DeFi platforms in order to curb money laundering and other financial transgressions. The UK government rejected a recent House of Commons Treasury Committee proposal, which suggested that retail crypto trading be regulated like gambling instruments. In the face of legal turbulence surrounding its co-founder, Do Kwon, blockchain firm Terraform Labs has appointed a new CEO. Myanmar’s National Unity Government (NUG), a shadow government opposing the current military rule, is set to launch a crypto neobank operating on the Polygon blockchain network. Enforcement authorities in China’s northern province of Shanxi have uncovered an alleged USDT money laundering scheme amounting to over $55 million. Third largest French bank, Societe Generale, has become the first bank to procure a licence to provide trading and custody of cryptocurrency assets. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) underscored its views that crypto requires “comprehensive policies to safeguard economies and investors.” The founder and former CEO of the now-defunct Thodex crypto exchange, Faruk Fateh Ozer, has received a seven-month prison sentence after he failed to submit relevant documents requested during the trial. Representative Ritchie Torres becomes the latest US lawmaker to level criticism against the SEC and its Chairman Gary Gensler’s position on crypto. The clock has started ticking for the SEC to approve or reject BlackRock’s application for a spot Bitcoin exchange traded fund. Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong, is set to hold a private meeting with House Democrats on Wednesday, according to Democratic aides familiar with the agenda. US Judge Sarah Netburn has ordered the SEC and Ripple to agree to possible settlement dates should both parties believe them to be constructive at this stage. On Monday, the Financial Stability Board published its recommendations for a global regulatory framework for crypto-assets to “promote the comprehensiveness and international consistency of regulatory and supervisory approaches.” NFT Proof Collective is trying to rekindle interest in its Moonbirds NFTs with a brand new 20,000-piece Mythics collection, released almost a year after its initial mention in August 2022. Staking protocol EtherFi has called out the OpenSea marketplace for its decision to suspend the trading of the former’s EtherFan NFT collection last week. Web3 Andreessen Horowitz partner Sriram Krishnan expressed confidence that Web3 has the potential to remedy the issues plaguing current Web2-based social media platforms. The developers behind Polygon Labs have proposed changes to their governance system that are integral to their forthcoming Polygon 2.0 roadmap. The potential of AR games has yet to be fully realized, but developers have already created lots of highly original apps to enhance our experiences in the physical world. Disclaimer: This article is provided for informational purposes only. It is not offered or intended to be used as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice.

The new Paradex decentralized perpetuals platform is backed by the recent appchain technology from StarkWare.

The Wormhole Gateway is designed to make it easier for developers and users to on-ramp liquidity into the Cosmos ecosystem.

[Press Release – Georgetown, Cayman Islands, June 23rd] Tether chooses Kava, a layer-1 blockchain designed for scalability and speed, as its gateway to the Cosmos ecosystem. Kava is excited and honored by Tether’s decision to bring the world’s most liquid, secure, and transparent stablecoin USDt to Cosmos appchains and Kava EVM dApps. https://twitter.com/Tether_to/status/1671445095965499393?s=20 “Kava’s support […]