Imagine you’re a crypto trader, eager to swap your favorite assets on a DEX. You’re tired of centralized exchanges that require you to give up control of your funds and go through tedious KYC processes. But then you discover a DEX built on Polkadot, offering you a trustless and transparent…

1. Calamari Network has won the 86th parachain auction on Kusama Calamari Network has won the 86th parachain auction on Kusama by self-funding 500 KSM worth ~13k USD. But it didn´t happen without a portion of a drama. There is not just a space for good news in the Polkadot ecosystem. On May 31, 2023, the Calamari Network experienced a block…

Bitcoin mining has long been criticized for its substantial environmental impact due to its massive energy consumption. In response to these concerns, Energy Web, a leading non-profit organization in the blockchain sector, has introduced an innovative initiative called Green Proofs for Bitcoin. This certification system aims to transform the energy…

1. PolkadotPrague 2023: unveiling the future of blockchain in Prague’s premier conference The PolkadotPrague 2023 conference, the foremost blockchain event in Prague, starts next week. Immerse yourself in the latest advancements of Polkadot and connect with industry experts. This trailblazing event embraces collaboration, innovation, and interoperability, unlocking endless possibilities for a brighter, interconnected future.

Japan’s economy, once a global leader in car manufacturing and electronic goods, is now set to reclaim its position through Web3 innovation, with Astar Network playing a pivotal role. Astar Network: the leading Layer-1 blockchain for Japan Astar Network, founded by Sota Watanabe, who was last year selected Forbes 30 under 30 in Japan, has emerged as a…

1. Uniswap V3 expands DeFi possibilities on Polkadot via Moonbeam parachain Uniswap V3, the most popular decentralized exchange by daily traded volume, is coming to the Polkadot ecosystem via the Moonbeam parachain. Uni holders voted to launch on Moonbeam, utilizing the Wormhole bridge for cross-chain token transfers and governance with Ethereum. …

1. Acala has won the 43rd parachain auction on Polkadot Acala Network has won the 43rd parachain auction on Polkadot by self-funding ~170k DOT worth ~909k USD. Acala was the previous winner of the historically first auction on Polkadot ever. Acala serves as the comprehensive DeFi center for Polkadot, encompassing various features. Acala provides a platform compatible with Ethereum, enabling…

1. Basilisk has won the 81st parachain auction on Kusama Basilisk has won the 81st parachain auction on Kusama by self-funding 99 KSM worth ~2.7k USD. Basilisk already had won auctions #8 and #47 in the past. Basilisk is a community-focused, decentralized protocol that democratizes decision-making processes. …

The Consensus 2023 conference, presented by CoinDesk, took place in Austin, Texas, from April 26–28, 2023, and attracted leading players from the blockchain industry. The event provided a platform for developers, investors, policymakers, and brands to tackle some of the industry’s most pressing challenges. …