Will Ether Be Labeled as a Security After the Merge?
Ethereum’s tenth "shadow fork" went into effect this week as the network continues to run tests ahead of the anticipated shift from using the energy-intensive proof-of-work protocol to proof-of-stake. Georgetown University Law Professor Adam Levitin explains why the move could have unexpected consequences for the crypto market.
Ethereum’s Shadow Fork Kicks Off Ahead of September Merge
Ethereum’s tenth shadow fork went into effect 26 hours earlier than expected, as the network continues to run tests ahead of the mainnet upgrade in September. "The Hash" panel shares outlooks for the network as the anticipated merge approaches.
Tesla’s Bitcoin Dump; Zipmex Freezes Withdrawals
Bitcoin slips after Tesla announcement, but analysts say we could have seen the bottom. Crypto trading volumes in India recover. Polygon’s ZK solution aims to slash current layer 1 Ethereum network costs by 90%. Singapore-based Zipmex freezes withdrawals. Documents reveal Vauld owes retail customers $363 million.
Polygon Deploys Zero Knowledge Rollup Testnet, 'Holy Grail' of Scaling: Co-Founder
Ethereum scaling solution Polygon announced the launch of Polygon zkEVM, which the company described as a "major leap forward" in the world of zero knowledge (ZK) technology. Polygon co-founder Mihailo Bjelic explains why it is "the missing component" to start this new chapter of mass adoption. Plus, a closer look at the recent Polygon token (MATIC) rally and the platform's participation in Disney's accelerator program.
Ether Leads Crypto Rebound Amid ‘Merge Trade’
AdvisorShares CEO Noah Hamman discusses his crypto markets analysis as Ethereum’s native token ether (ETH) surges nearly 50% ahead of the upcoming “merge” event from the network’s proof-of-work to proof-of-stake consensus model. “Crypto may be finding a bottom,” Hamman said. Plus, crypto deleveraging, institutional activity, and regulation outlook.
Polygon Joins Disney’s Accelerator Program to Develop AR, NFT and AI Experiences
Ethereum scaling tool Polygon is continuing to expand its Web3 infrastructure through its participation in Disney’s 2022 Accelerator program, designed to spur the growth of innovative companies around the world. "The Hash" squad discusses Polygon's latest moves and the potential outcomes.
Vitalik Buterin Strikes Back at Proof-of-Stake Critics
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin took to Twitter to defend the blockchain’s historical move to proof-of-stake (PoS), responding to critics suggesting digital assets secured by such consensus mechanisms are securities. “The Hash” team discusses Buterin’s comments ahead of the upcoming merge.
Is MakerDAO Becoming ‘a Company Run by Politics’?
“The Hash” hosts unpack the specifics and industry implications of the recent “governance drama,” division and lobbying that gripped Ethereum’s pioneering decentralized money layer, MakerDAO.