It goes without saying that slow transactions and high fees make blockchain unsuitable for microtransactions, and interfere a wide adoption. The cost of transactions can exceed several dollars. It is unlikely that it would suit you when you want to…
Transactions on blockchain protocols and cryptocurrency exchanges are always vulnerable to hacks and attacks. Since 2011, several incidents of cyber attacks have repeatedly shaken up the world of cryptocurrency. Exchanges were shut down; hundreds of thousands of dollars were lost.…
On May 7th, 2025, Ethereum officially launched Pectra, a major upgrade combining Prague (execution layer) and Electra (consensus layer). This is not just another update – it’s a significant transformation that impacts both stakers and validator operators. Let’s break down…
NOWNodes has just wrapped up an incredible experience at TOKEN2049 Dubai 2025! This is one of the most influential blockchain events of the year! The conference brought together leading minds, groundbreaking projects, and the latest in crypto innovation. Our team…
Polkadot.network was established in 2016 by its founders Gavin Wood and Peter Czaban. It is an open-source project funded by the Web3 Foundation. Web3 Foundation funds research and development projects that intend to build the foundation of the decentralized web.…
Filecoin, a sub-organization of Protocol Labs, was founded in 2014. The company is headquartered in Palo Alto, California, United States. Founded by Juan Benet, Filecoin serves both as a data-storage network as well as a bitcoin-based electronic currency. Since its…
A smart contract requires real-world data for execution. So, how does it get real-world data? It leverages decentralized oracle networks to provide data from outside the blockchain. ChainLink provides the decentralized Oracle network required for feeding real-world data to the…
According to market research estimates, blockchain technology will witness astounding growth in its market size in the next five years. Between 2020 and 2025, the global blockchain market size is expected to grow at a rate of 67.3% CAGR to reach US$39.7…
Binance smart chain became live on its mainnet on 17th September 2020. It took five months for the smart chain to go live since it was announced in April 2020. Since recently we added support to Binance Smart Chain, we will cover it…
Launching a token is not just a technical process: it’s an event that demands maximum preparation from your project. If your users can’t make transactions or view the current price when they need to, it quickly erodes trust and damages…