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Blockchain fundamentals and topics that span every chain.
Articles that aren't tied to a single chain: wallets and security, DeFi and stablecoins, DAOs, AI and crypto, regulation, industry news and how blockchains work under the hood.
GeneralBeginnerStaking is the act of locking up crypto assets in order to make a return on your investment while also helping to safeguard the blockchain. Proof-of-stake consensus is used by the blockchains that support the staking procedure. Nodes that have staked Bitcoin validate new blocks and earn a return…
GeneralBeginnerA node can also refer to any system or physical equipment that is connected to a network and can perform functions such as creating, receiving, or sending data across a communication channel. The term “node” is most commonly used in the blockchain domain. In this article, we will go over nodes in…
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GeneralBeginnerEtherscan is a powerful and extensively used Ethereum blockchain explorer. It gives users a detailed look at Ethereum transactions, addresses, contracts, and other on-chain operations. Etherscan is an invaluable tool for researching and understanding the Ethereum network, whether you are a…
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GeneralBeginnerMetaMask is a popular cryptocurrency software wallet. Except for Bitcoin, practically every DeFi program and almost every blockchain interface with it. Web3Universe tells you how to add Optimism to MetaMask in this guide. What is optimism? Optimism is a Layer 2 (or “L2”) blockchain that helps the…
GeneralBeginnerCentral bank digital currency (CBDC) refers to a digital form of national currency issued and regulated by a country’s central bank. CBDC represents a digital representation of fiat currency, providing a digital counterpart to traditional physical cash. It is a digital form of money that is backed…
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GeneralBeginnerA semi-fungible token (SFT) is a type of digital asset that combines the properties of fungible and non-fungible tokens (NFTs). SFTs display partial interchangeability within a token class, as opposed to fungible tokens, which are identical and interchangeable, and NFTs, which represent unique…
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GeneralBeginnerHow information is stored and moved has been completely transformed by blockchain. It is acknowledged as a ground-breaking invention of the twenty-first century and will soon be included in the everyday internet apps that we use. However, because of its intricacy, the workings of Blockchain are…
GeneralBeginnerCryptocurrencies, such as Bitcoin and Ethereum, rely on blockchain technology to facilitate transactions and maintain a decentralized ledger. When it comes to processing and recording transactions, there are two main approaches: off-chain and on-chain. Understanding the difference between these…
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GeneralBeginnerLayer 1 and layer 2 are terms used to describe the architecture of various blockchains, projects, and development tools. Understanding the different blockchain layers will help you understand the relationship between Polygon and Ethereum or Polkadot and its parachains. What is layer 1 A layer-1…
GeneralBeginnerPopular blockchains like Bitcoin and Ethereum have swept the globe but still have numerous problems. These include exorbitant transaction charges and significant network congestion. Developers have devised a novel technique to address this problem by employing other blockchains to reduce the…
GeneralBeginnerThe first step is to create a digital asset wallet. This allows you to keep your cryptocurrency holdings and participate in the staking process. After you’ve created your digital asset wallet, you’ll need to choose a crypto-staking site. There are other platforms to choose from, but two of the…
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