Category: Blockchain

Innovative Sequencing Models Aim to Redistribute MEV in Blockchain

Caroline Bishop Mar 20, 2025 02:58 Explore how application-specific transaction sequencing is reshaping blockchain dynamics by redistributing MEV, enhancing market fairness, and fostering innovation in decentralized applications. In the rapidly evolving blockchain landscape, the traditional approach to transaction sequencing, which largely focuses on maximizing miner extractable value (MEV), is undergoing significant transformation. This shift is primarily driven by the introduction of application-specific sequencing methods that aim to foster a more equitable and efficient blockchain ecosystem, according to Sei. The Current Landscape The…

Congress on track for stablecoin, market structure bills by August: Blockchain Association

United States lawmakers are on track to pass legislation setting rules for stablecoins and cryptocurrency market structure by as soon as August, Kristin Smith, CEO of industry advocacy group the Blockchain Association, said during Blockworks’ 2025 Digital Asset Summit in New York. Smith’s timeline echoes a similar forecast by Bo Hines, the executive director of the President’s Council of Advisers on Digital Assets, who said on March 18 that he expects to see comprehensive stablecoin legislation in the coming months.  “I think we’re close to being able to get those…

DeSci V2: Revolutionizing Science with Blockchain and Crypto

Luisa Crawford Mar 19, 2025 04:52 DeSci V2 leverages blockchain to address research bottlenecks, democratizing scientific innovation and collaboration. Learn about its impact and future potential. Decentralized Science, or DeSci, is gaining momentum as it aligns with the Open Science movement, employing blockchain technology and cryptocurrency incentives to transform the scientific landscape. The initiative seeks to overcome traditional barriers such as funding gatekeepers, thereby accelerating innovation and democratizing participation in scientific progress, according to Sei. Understanding DeSci V2 DeSci V2 signifies the…

Ethena Labs, Securitize launch blockchain for DeFi and tokenized assets

Stablecoin developer Ethena Labs and real-world asset (RWA) tokenization company Securitize are launching a new blockchain for retail and institutional investors seeking access to the DeFi and tokenization economies.  According to a March 17 announcement, the forthcoming Converge blockchain is an Ethereum Virtual Machine that will provide retail investors with access to “standard DeFi applications.” It will also specialize in institutional-grade offerings that will help bridge traditional finance with DeFi opportunities.  The Converge blockchain is announced at the Tokenize NYC conference on March 17. Source: Cointelegraph Converge will launch with…

Blockchain and Federated Learning: A New Era for AI Governance and Privacy

Joerg Hiller Mar 14, 2025 03:56 Explore how blockchain technology and federated learning are reshaping AI development with decentralized, privacy-focused governance, enabling large-scale collaboration without compromising data security. The convergence of federated learning (FL) and blockchain technology is setting the stage for a new era in artificial intelligence (AI) development, characterized by decentralized governance and enhanced privacy. According to Sei, this powerful combination allows multiple devices or organizations to collaboratively train AI models without sharing raw data, thus preserving privacy. Federated Learning…

Kaia (KAIA): A High-Performance Blockchain with EVM Compatibility

Timothy Morano Mar 13, 2025 09:56 Explore Kaia (KAIA), a blockchain offering high transaction speeds and low costs through a Byzantine Fault Tolerant consensus, designed for enterprise-grade reliability and Ethereum compatibility. Kaia, a public blockchain network, is gaining attention for its performance and enterprise-grade reliability. Utilizing a Byzantine Fault Tolerant (BFT) consensus mechanism, Kaia prioritizes instant transaction finality and can process up to 4,000 transactions per second. These features position it as a competitive alternative to established blockchain ecosystems, according to blog.bitfinex.com.…

Venly Streamlines Blockchain Game Development on Sui with New Tools

Jessie A Ellis Mar 13, 2025 07:22 Venly partners with Sui to simplify blockchain game development through wallet solutions, NFT and token APIs, and payment infrastructure, enhancing user experience and adoption. Blockchain technology provider Venly has announced a strategic integration with Sui, aimed at easing the adoption of blockchain technologies for game developers. This collaboration introduces a suite of developer-friendly tools designed to streamline the development of Web3-powered games, according to Sui Foundation. Empowering Game Developers Venly’s integration with Sui offers a…

Nimblebites Launches Super-B Game Leveraging Blockchain and AI

Terrill Dicki Mar 11, 2025 04:50 South Korean developer Nimblebites introduces Super-B, a blockchain-based game using Sui and AI for enhanced gameplay. Launch expected in Q3 2025. South Korean digital game developer Nimblebites is preparing to launch a groundbreaking game, Super-B, which combines the power of blockchain and artificial intelligence to revolutionize the gaming experience. According to Sui Foundation, the game is designed to offer players a dynamic brick world environment where they can engage in combat, construction, and social interaction through…

Unichain, Berachain lead blockchain growth in past month — Nansen

Uniswap’s newly launched Ethereum layer-2 network, Unichain, was the fastest-growing blockchain in its debut month, according to blockchain data firm Nansen. Unichain, which launched its mainnet on Feb. 11, saw 236,452 active addresses in its first month, according to blockchain analytics firm Nansen. While impressive for a new network, Unichain’s user base remains small compared to Solana’s 112 million total users and the roughly 19 million active users on Base and BNB Chain. Berachain has more active addresses, but Unichain’s DEX volume dominates. Source: Nansen However, Unichain has already emerged…

Brazil blockchain goes postal, Gemini, Kraken IPO plans and more

Crypto exchange Gemini to file for initial public offering Gemini is reportedly mulling an initial public offering this year, with Goldman Sachs and Citigroup involved in the process. The exchange, founded by billionaire twins Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss, has not made a final decision about the details of the listing, according to a March 7 Bloomberg report, which cited people familiar with the matter. Gemini did not immediately respond to Cointelegraphs request for comment. This comes as the United States Securities and Exchange Commission closed its investigation into Gemini on…