Jay is exploring initiatives to maximize the potential of blockchain for integration with existing systems - first off, he points out the current lack of middleware-like standards that could support organic connections between blockchain infrastructure and applications. He believes that this deficiency leads to fragmented UX and increases the burden of understanding technical terms, and that improving infrastructure standards will facilitate the integration of blockchain with existing systems. Furthermore, Jay anticipates that simplified yet highly composable ‘Integrated Chain’ infrastructures will enable organic interactions between applications, thereby sparking a variety of innovative initiatives.
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Hybrid Exchange Design amidst Cliched Exchange Market Dynamics
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[Recap of DeFerence 2024] #3: Discussing the Present and Future of Blockchain Infrastructure
This article is the last part of a three-part series covering the DeFerence 2024 event, sponsored by Four Pillars.
The Manifesto of ISKRA 2.0 for Web3 Gaming Adoption
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[Recap of DeFerence 2024] #2: Blockchain, Reaching the Masses
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[Recap of Deference 2024] #1: Contribute to the Blockchain Ecosystem
This article is the first part of a three-part series covering the DeFerence 2024 event, sponsored by Four Pillars.
Metis, The First Ever Decentralized Layer 2
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Case Study for ‘Better’ Sharing Economy (ft. IO.NET)
Blockchain, which enables the digitization of a wider range of assets and expands economies of scale, can serve as an effective foundation for building the sharing economy. IO.NET is successfully completing the bootstrapping of computing resources, demonstrating its potential in this regard.
Swell, L2 for the Optimal Restaking Experience
Recently, Swell announced that it will build its own Swell L2 using Polygon CDK. Swell L2 will use the restaking token, rswETH, as its native gas token, creating an environment where users can optimally utilize LST and LRT.
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Scout: Automated Node Setup/Maintenance Services (Feb. 2024)
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EAS, the Base Layer for Attestations
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From Silos to Synergy: The Significance of Data Pipeline in Web3
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Understanding Crypto Regulations In Japan
Japan's cryptocurrency industry regulation has been clearly established based on various past events, reducing a lot of uncertainty for businesses.
Monthly EIP - Nov., 2023 (ft. The Potential of the Staking Market)
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CyberConnect, The Experience Hub for Web3 Adoption
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Scout: New Player in Decentralized Proving (November, 2023)
The Scout Article is a series by Four Pillars that aims to identify promising early-stage blockchain projects through active research and monitoring of emerging sectors.
Towards More Identifiable Worlds with Web3 Reputation
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Monthly EIP - Oct., 2023 (ft. Is ERC4337 an Optimal Solution for AA?)
In October, we saw an even distribution of subcategories across both new EIPs and EIPs that have progressed to the next level, but it's notable that EIPs related to transactions or ERC-4337 are being discussed more and more frequently.
Scout Article (October, 2023)
The Scout Article is a series by Four Pillars that aims to identify promising early-stage blockchain projects through active research and monitoring of emerging sectors.
A Primer for Framing Decentralized Governance
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Invest Your Time in EIPs
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Monthly EIP(Sep., 2023): Keep an Eye on the Core EIPs for the Time Being
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Creative Economy Enabled by Standards Innovation
Defining an holistic identity is a major challenge for Web3 adoption. LUKSO envisions a Web3 creative economy by innovating existing standards in a flexible way around its holistic identity.