Category: Blockchain

Solana co-founder proposes meta chain to fix blockchain fragmentation

Solana Labs co-founder Anatoly Yakovenko proposed a new data availability solution aimed at tackling persistent fragmentation and lack of interoperability across blockchain networks. In a May 12 post on X, Yakovenko proposed a “meta blockchain,” that could aggregate and order data posted across multiple layer-1 chains, including Ethereum, Celestia and Solana. “This would actually allow the meta chain to use cheapest currently available DA offer,” Yakovenko said. Data availability (DA) layers are third-party solutions ensuring that blockchains have the necessary data to validate transactions. Source: Anatoly Yakovenko Blockchain interoperability is…

Zen Blocks: Revolutionizing Generative Art with Blockchain and Render Network

Iris Coleman May 13, 2025 09:31 Discover how Muhammet Altun utilizes blockchain and Render Network to innovate his Zen Blocks generative art series, enhancing scalability and visual complexity. Muhammet Altun, a 3D generalist and motion designer, has taken a groundbreaking approach to generative art with his project Zen Blocks. Combining the power of blockchain with decentralized rendering through the Render Network, Altun has transformed the way high-fidelity animated sequences are created and displayed, according to Render Network. Innovative Integration of Blockchain and…

Blockchain ‘holds promise’ of new kinds of market activity

Blockchain technology could enable “a broad swath of novel use cases for securities” and foster “new kinds of market activities that many of the Commission’s legacy rules and regulations do not contemplate today,” Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chairman Paul Atkins said. During his keynote address at the Commission’s May 12 roundtable on tokenization and digital assets, Atkins welcomed “a new day at the SEC,” adding that “policymaking will no longer result from ad hoc enforcement actions. Instead, the Commission will utilize its existing rulemaking, interpretive, and exemptive authorities to…

US property manager tokenizes multifamily properties on Chintai blockchain

Patel Real Estate Holdings (PREH) has launched a $100 million tokenization fund on the Chintai blockchain, aiming to give accredited investors access to institutional-grade real estate opportunities. The new PREH Multifamily Fund is a tokenized investment vehicle focused on vintage Class A multifamily units across the top 20 US growth markets, the company told Cointelegraph on May 12. “The entire structure is digital-native from the start — compliant onboarding, reporting, capital calls, and (potential) secondary market transfers,” a PREH spokesperson said. The fund is part of a broader $750 million…

Robinhood to Create a European Blockchain to Trade US Securities, Sending Altcoins Up

Trusted Editorial content, reviewed by leading industry experts and seasoned editors. Ad Disclosure Robinhood is about to shake up the finance world again. The trading app is planning to build its own blockchain platform to enable European investors to trade tokenized U.S. securities. The idea is as bold as it is historic: turn stocks and ETFs into blockchain-based assets, and open access to more than 8K U.S.-listed securities for a brand-new audience overseas. This wouldn’t only push traditional finance deeper into the crypto space, but it also positions Robinhood in…

Robinhood plans blockchain for US asset trading in Europe — Report

Brokerage fintech Robinhood is reportedly developing a blockchain network that will enable retail investors in Europe to trade US securities. According to a May 7 Bloomberg report citing sources familiar with the matter, the move seeks to expand the company’s local presence by offering trading of tokenized securities, such as stocks. Two crypto firms, Arbitrum and the Solana Foundation, are reportedly vying to become partners in the project. Tokenization is the process of turning real-world assets, like stocks, real estate, or commodities, into digital tokens that can be traded on…

Blockchain ‘Baddies’ on how to bring more women into crypto

In an industry filled with complexity, jargon and mistrust, women in Web3 say that the way to attract more women into the crypto space starts with clarity, education and community.  At the Blockchain Baddies side event during Token2049 in Dubai, women shared personal experiences of entering the Web3 world and why they believe more female participation is essential for the future of crypto. In interviews with Cointelegraph, community members said the path forward begins with simplifying technical concepts and fostering environments where women can learn and grow. Women in Web3…

Tether Launches USD₮ on Kaia Blockchain to Boost Web3 Adoption in Asia

Peter Zhang May 06, 2025 22:59 Tether has launched its USD₮ stablecoin on the Kaia blockchain, in collaboration with LINE NEXT, to enhance Web3 and stablecoin adoption across Asia. Tether, a leading entity in the digital assets industry, has announced the deployment of its USD₮ stablecoin on the Kaia blockchain. This strategic move, in collaboration with LINE NEXT, is poised to accelerate Web3 and stablecoin adoption across Asia, according to Tether. Enhanced Accessibility Through LINE Messenger The integration of USD₮ will be…

SSV Network Unveils SSV2.0 Testnet to Revolutionize Blockchain Security

James Ding May 06, 2025 07:38 SSV Network launches the SSV2.0 Testnet, promising a 90% reduction in security costs and enhanced validator rewards through innovative based applications. The SSV Network has officially launched its SSV2.0 Testnet on the Hoodi platform, marking a significant milestone in blockchain technology, according to the SSV Team. This initiative is expected to dramatically reduce security costs by 90% while enhancing validator rewards, thus introducing a transformative approach to blockchain security. Innovative Features of SSV2.0 Testnet The testnet…

Ethereum’s New Internship Initiative Aims to Foster Future Blockchain Innovators

Joerg Hiller May 06, 2025 01:44 Ethereum launches a new internship program to bridge the gap for newcomers, offering remote opportunities across various fields. Applications for host organizations close May 28, 2025. The Ethereum Foundation has announced a groundbreaking initiative aimed at nurturing the next generation of blockchain innovators through its Ethereum Season of Internships. This initiative addresses the challenge of retaining new talent within the Ethereum ecosystem by offering structured early-career opportunities, as reported by the official Ethereum blog. What is…