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ZK-focused Manta Pacific opts out of OP Stack for Polygon CDK
16.10.2023
Manta Pacific’s ZK-application-focused network will integrate with the Polygon ecosystem through the Chain Development Kit software
Manta's Layer-2 Blockchain Already Plans to Ditch OP Stack for Polygon
16.10.2023
The network, which just went live a couple weeks ago as a so-called optimistic rollup – the core underpinning of OP Stack – will now become a “ZK-rollup,” which is what Polygon’s software kit provides
Protocol Village: ARPA Network's Random Number Generator 'Randcast' Live on Optimism
16.10.2023
The latest in blockchain tech upgrades, funding announcements and deals. For the week of Oct. 16-22, with live updates throughout
Aussie crypto exchanges look to new licensing regime with cautious optimism
16.10.2023
Australian crypto exchanges have largely praised the Treasury’s latest proposal to place crypto exchanges under the existing financial services license regime, though some worry it could box the crypto industry into a TradFi-shaped box
Polygon (MATIC) rally comes to an end as competitors devour market share
10.10.2023
MATIC price has retraced a majority of its recent gains. Cointelegraph explores why
Layer 2 Networks Account For Nearly Two-Thirds of Ethereum Transactions: Report
10.10.2023
Ethereum’s layer 2 networks have gained significant traction in the past few years as developers seek faster and cheaper solutions to interact with the blockchain.
According to a new report released by blockchain intelligence firm, Messari, layer 2 solutions recorded 61% of the entire Ethereum...
12 crypto experts’ tips for companies working with tokenized assets
3.10.2023
As the idea of tokenizing assets continues to gain momentum, companies must keep regulatory compliance in mind
At Last, Blockchain Developer OP Labs Delivers ‘Fault Proofs’ Missing From Core Design
3.10.2023
The developer’s OP Stack software – the blueprint for Coinbase’s new Base blockchain – had been criticized for the lack of a crucial security feature, likened to driving a fast car without airbags
Optimism network launches testnet fault-proof system in pursuit of decentralization
3.10.2023
OP Labs implemented its modular fault-proof system on the OP Goerli testnet
Avalanche and Optimism under pressure, while this 100x Bitcoin fork attracts investors
3.10.2023
With Avalanche (AVAX) and Optimism (OP) seemingly struggling, on-chain data suggests the Bitcoin fork predicted to 100x, Bitcoin Spark (BTCS), is attracting more investors. Avalanche Avalanche (AVAX) has recently found itself in a challenging position after encountering a formidable rejection...
Optimism Plunges 9.29% Ahead of $30 Million Token Unlock -What’s Going On?
26.9.2023
Ethereum layer 2 network Optimism faces headwinds as its price slumps nearly 10% in the week ahead of the planned token unlock on Sept 30.
At press time, the price of OP exchanges hands at $1.26 falling by 9.29% over the past seven days. After a sharp fall slightly above 3% yesterday, the token...
Layer 2 Network Optimism Announces $26 Million Airdrop to 31,870 Wallets
26.9.2023
Layer 2 network Optimism announced the third airdrop of OP tokens to 31,870 qualified addresses aimed at bolstering community participation.
In an announcement on X (formerly Twitter), the company stated that the airdrop will see it allocate 19.4 million OP tokens approximately $26 million...
Bitcoin Price Prediction: MicroStrategy's Accumulation Reinforces Optimism as It Emerges as a Beacon in Lebanon's Crisis
26.9.2023
Bitcoin's price is slightly up at just above $26,200, while the overall crypto market has risen by 0.70% to a valuation of $1.05 trillion.
MicroStrategy's acquisition of $150 million worth of Bitcoin has boosted confidence in the digital currency market and its role as an economic salve. ...
Optimism OP token slips 10% in week ahead of $30M token unlock
26.9.2023
Optimism slid as much as 10% in the week leading up to a scheduled token unlock that will see 24 million OP tokens released onto the market
MetaMask ‘glitch’ caused opBNB recommended fees to be too high: Report
25.9.2023
According to BNB Chain, MetaMask was averaging recommended fees from multiple networks, causing opBNB recommended fees to be too high
Optimism Slumps Most Among Crypto Majors Ahead of $30M Token Unlock
25.9.2023
Optimism’s native token OP has dropped over 10% in a week, the most among the largest cryptocurrencies, ahead of its unlocking date that will increase the token’s supply
Google Cloud adds 11 blockchains to data warehouse 'BigQuery'
22.9.2023
Google’s BigQuery added 11 new public datasets for blockchain networks, allowing users to obtain a variety of data from these networks
Coinbase’s L2 Blockchain Base Skyrockets 111% in 41 Days, Overtaking Solana in TVL
21.9.2023
According to statistics, Coinbase’s Layer two (L2) blockchain, built on Ethereum and using Optimism’s open-source OP Stack, has grown significantly in the past 41 days. Since August, when the platform had a total value locked (TVL) of $175 million, the figure has increased 111% to $370...
Polygon Emerges as Suitor for Celo’s New Layer-2 Blockchain, Competing With OP Stack
21.9.2023
Celo, which is ditching its standalone blockchain in favor of a new "layer-2" network atop Ethereum, had originally signaled plans to rely on Optimism's OP Stack, a similar customizable kit to Polygon's but using Optimism’s “optimistic” technology
Optimism Foundation Sells $157M OP Tokens, Citing 'Treasury Management'
21.9.2023
The foundation behind layer 2 blockchain Optimism has sold 116 million OP tokens ($157 million) to seven separate purchasers, according to an announcement on the Optimism governance website