Author: Kryptonews

The Dawn of Next-Gen Blockchains: Powering Decentralized Finance, Gaming, and Web3 Introduction to Next-Gen Blockchains Next-generation blockchains represent a significant leap forward in blockchain technology, designed to overcome the limitations of earlier networks. Scalability, interoperability, and efficiency are at the forefront of these advancements, supporting the rapid growth of decentralized finance (DeFi), gaming, and Web3 applications. Unlike first- and second-generation blockchains, these new protocols provide faster transaction times, lower fees, and enhanced smart contract functionality, making them ideal for real-world use cases. Overcoming the Challenges of Legacy Blockchains Traditional blockchains like Bitcoin and Ethereum 1.0 faced significant bottlenecks—scalability issues, low…

James Ding Jun 08, 2025 15:26 During London Tech Week, the UK, supported by NVIDIA, launches initiatives to strengthen AI infrastructure and leadership, enhancing economic growth and AI innovation. As London Tech Week commences, the United Kingdom is setting its sights on becoming a leading force in artificial intelligence (AI) innovation, supported by NVIDIA’s advanced infrastructure. The initiative aims to transform the UK into an ‘AI maker,’ a vision shared by Prime Minister Keir Starmer, ensuring the country is not just a consumer of AI technologies but a creator of them. UK Sovereign…

Based on weekly and daily candle structures, several top tokens, including XLM, FIL, ATOM, FET, AAVE, and HBAR – are setting up for major directional moves. Here’s a breakdown of their current technical outlook. Bitcoin Price Prediction Bitcoin is range-bound between $106,920 and $103,150. These are the key levels to watch. A breakout from either direction will likely determine the next significant move.  Notably, recent long positions opened near the lower range at $103,150 have already reached targets around $106,800. Intra-range levels like $104,100, $104,855, and $105,850 offer opportunities for scalping. From a macro view, the market’s risk appetite is…

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong said the crypto exchange has reduced unnecessary restrictions on its users by 82%, which has been a “major issue” for the exchange. In a June 6 X post, Armstrong acknowledged that account freezing has been a problem “for longer than is acceptable,” and that it has become a top priority for his firm to improve.“The issue has been reduced by 82% so far, with more improvements coming. We’ll keep you updated as further improvements roll out,” Armstrong said, before asking all customers with frozen accounts to contact Coinbase Support.Coinbase users have expressed frustration over account restrictions for…

Blockchain’s Two Sides: Public vs Private Introduction to Blockchain Variations Blockchain technology is often associated with cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, but its applications extend far beyond digital currency. At its core, a blockchain is a distributed digital ledger that records transactions across multiple computers. However, the way this ledger operates can vary significantly depending on whether it is public (permissionless) or private (permissioned). Understanding these two sides is crucial because they differ in accessibility, security, governance, and use cases. Public Blockchains: Permissionless and Decentralized Key Characteristics of Public Blockchains Public blockchains—such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Litecoin—are open-source, decentralized networks where anyone…

It’s tough to keep tabs on the ever-changing crypto gaming space, thanks to the constant flow of news: everything from big game launches and fun degen experiments to token price swings and occasional project collapses. It’s a lot to follow.Luckily, we’re plugged in at Decrypt’s GG. We cover the biggest happenings throughout the week, and then this weekly roundup provides a quick way to catch up, as well as find a bunch of other little bits of news from throughout the week.Top storiesBonk Arena launches: Solana meme coin Bonk has launched its first official video game, Bonk Arena, developed by…

It’s always fun to hear about new grants as they’re awarded, but what happens after the announcement? In this series, we’ll check in on a couple of projects that are well underway – or already at the finish line. Read on to learn about some recent milestones and achievements by grantees! GASOL (GAS Optimization TooLkit) The COSTA group works on formal techniques, modeling and implementations related to verification and optimization of programs. Members Elvira Albert, Pablo Gordillo and Albert Rubio are applying that expertise to Ethereum smart contracts with GASOL, a framework for optimizing gas consumption. Every Ethereum smart contract…

Good Morning, Asia. Here’s what’s making news in the markets:Welcome to Asia Morning Briefing, a daily summary of top stories during U.S. hours and an overview of market moves and analysis. For a detailed overview of U.S. markets, see CoinDesk’s Crypto Daybook Americas.BlackRock calls Quantum computers, with their ability to outperform classical binary computers and break traditional encryption, a threat to crypto.So surely BTC would price this in, as the threat of computers soon being able to break the encryption that enables the scarcity of bitcoin is an existential one.But on a recent CNBC appearance, Strategy’s Michael Saylor downplayed quantum’s…

Key Takeaways: Deutsche Bank is exploring issuing a stablecoin and developing tokenized deposit solutions for payments. Growing regulatory clarity in the EU and US is accelerating institutional interest in stablecoins. Deutsche Bank has expanded its crypto capabilities through partnerships. Deutsche Bank is stepping deeper into the digital assets space, as Europe’s largest lender explores stablecoins and tokenized deposit solutions to modernize payments.The bank is weighing whether to issue its own stablecoin or participate in a broader industry initiative, Sabih Behzad, Deutsche Bank’s head of digital assets and currencies transformation, said in an interview with Bloomberg.It is also assessing the potential…

Blockchain vs. Traditional Databases: Not a Zero-Sum Game Blockchain technology has often been framed as a disruptive force poised to replace traditional databases. While blockchains offer unparalleled security and transparency, the idea that they are about to deliver a "fatal blow" to legacy systems is an oversimplification. Traditional databases and blockchain solutions serve different purposes, with each excelling in distinct environments. What Traditional Databases Do Well Traditional databases—such as relational models (SQL) or NoSQL systems—excel in scalability, performance, and cost efficiency. They handle high transaction volumes without sacrificing speed, making them ideal for e-commerce platforms, financial systems, and enterprise applications.…