Blockchain Foundations

Ethereum Layer-2 Blast took off with a bang at its mainnet launch, amassing an impressive 37,131 wallet addresses in just the first 48 hours and nearly $230 million in total value locked (TVL). This is a remarkable testament to the fact that users are eager for fast, affordable, and

Introduction In 2017, Web3 was an idea. By 2020, it was a movement. Today, it’s a reality, parallel digital economy run by code, consensus, and communities instead of institutions. But beneath the surface of this decentralized revolution lies a growing truth: Web3 is under siege. Billions of dollars have

We’ve been hearing “ZK” from every corner of the crypto space — from L2s to DA layers to AI integrations. But what really is Zero-Knowledge? And why does it matter? At its core, ZKPs (zero-knowledge proofs) are about proving something is true without revealing the details. In crypto, it means

When most people hear "blockchain," they think of Bitcoin or cryptocurrencies. But blockchain is much more than just digital money. It's a powerful technology that can be used in many different industries to improve security, transparency, and efficiency. In this article, we’ll explore how blockchain

Introduction In a world increasingly shaped by digital finance, the emergence of Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) represents one of the most significant shifts in monetary policy and infrastructure since the advent of fiat currency itself. What was once a hypothetical concept explored in academic circles is now a tangible

As Web3 evolves, validators have become the cornerstone of trust in decentralized networks. Whether securing blockchains, approving transactions, or keeping the system fair, validators are the guardians of consensus. In this article, we explore: * How validation works across consensus mechanisms * What you need to become a validator * What validators actually