What is layer-1 in crypto? What is a layer-1 blockchain?

Cryptocurrencies are built on blockchain networks. Much like a house is built starting with a solid foundation, a crypto network begins with its layer-1 blockchain. This is the bedrock of the entire system, handling processes like security, transaction processing, and… дальше »

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Sui becomes best-performing digital asset YTD

Layer-1 blockchain network Sui has become the standout performer in the crypto market after a more than 2x rise in value this year. According to CryptoSlate data, Sui’s native token is up roughly 185% year-to-date, reaching an all-time high of over $2. дальше »

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Crypto Advocate Dan Gambardello Bets Surprising Sum On ADA Hitting $0.5 By End Of October

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ETC Group advises holding Ethereum, Solana, and Aptos through market shifts

ETC Group advised investors to hold Ethereum (ETH), Solana (SOL), and Aptos (APT) due to their strategic importance in the layer-1 blockchain space in an Oct. 8 report. As Ethereum faces mounting competition from newer blockchains, the report highlighted the importance of evaluating the market’s recent conditions and long-term performance. дальше »

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SUI price set for new ATH amid native USDC launch

Sui received a major boost after stablecoin issuer Circle announced support for native USDC on the layer-1 blockchain platform’s mainnet. Circle announced native USDC (USDC) was live on Sui (SUI) on Oct. 8. Also notable for Sui on the day… дальше »

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Nimiq Kicks Off Its Highly-Anticipated Migration to PoS with 200 Million NIM In Rewards

Nimiq, a Layer-1 payments blockchain, has unveiled a pre-staking campaign for $NIM holders, signaling a pivotal move towards its eagerly awaited transition to Proof-of-Stake (PoS). This initiative provides significant incentives for early adopters while facilitating the network’s shift towards a more energy-efficient, decentralized proof-of-stake consensus model. дальше »

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6 Solana protocols crossed $1b TVL 

For the first time since Solana launched, six SOL-based platforms held over $1 billion in user deposits. According to DefiLlama data, Jito (JTO), Kamino, Jupiter (JUP), Raydium (RAY), Marinade, and Sanctum all surpassed $1 billion or more on layer-1 blockchain… дальше »

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Qubetics Breaks New Ground as the World’s First to Unite Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana

Finding projects with both scalability and long-term potential can be tricky in the crypto market. But when the opportunity presents itself, it is crucial to take notice and act accordingly. Explore Qubetics $(TICS) – a next-generation Layer-1 blockchain that is set to revolutionise this space by tackling some of the most critical challenges facing the […] The post Qubetics Breaks New Ground as the World’s First to Unite Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana appeared first on CaptainAltcoin. дальше »

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Kaspa (KAS) Versus SUI: Which Token Is Better to Buy Right Now?

A YouTube video from Cepryl delves into a comparative analysis of Kaspa (KAS) and Sui (SUI), evaluating their potential as investment opportunities. The analyst begins by explaining that both Kaspa and Sui are layer-1 blockchain projects, each operating on its own independent network. дальше »

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Qubetics Makes a Powerful Impact at TOKEN2049, Showcasing Revolutionary Solutions for the Future 

Token 2049 is one of the world’s most prestigious blockchain events, gathering leading figures in the cryptocurrency space to showcase cutting-edge technological advancements. This year, Qubetics ($TICS) took centre stage as a prominent sponsor, with CEO Shaffy Yaqubi leading the presentation of its groundbreaking Layer-1 blockchain ecosystem. дальше »

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Sei spikes 25%, breaks key resistance as bulls eye $0.50

Sei, the layer-1 blockchain for high-frequency crypto trading, saw its native token’s price jump more than 25% in the last 24 hours. On Sept. 25, Sei (SEI) rose from an intraday low of $0.366 to hit a high of $0.471… дальше »

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Sei spikes 23% as Bitcoin breaks above $63k

Sei, the layer-1 blockchain for high-frequency crypto trading, saw its native token’s price jump more than 23% in 24 hours as top altcoins rallied alongside Bitcoin. On Sept. 19, Sei (SEI) rose from lows of $0.26 to hit $0.35 across… дальше »

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MANTRA announces mainnet launch set for October

Real-world assets platform MANTRA has announced that the mainnet launch for its MANTRA Chain will go live in October 2024. MANTRA (OM), a layer-1 blockchain for RWA tokenization, said in a Sept. 18 announcement that the mainnet launch will offer… дальше »

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Blockchain Sui to add support for native USDC

Sui will soon integrate native USDC and CCTP, boosting its blockchain’s liquidity and cross-chain transaction capabilities. Sui Network, a layer-1 blockchain, is set to integrate native USD Coin (USDC) and the Cross-Chain Transfer Protocol in an effort to enhance its… дальше »

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Layer-2 criticism hits Arbitrum, Optimism; DTX Exchange debuts hybrid blockchain

Ethereum L2s Arbitrum and Optimism face criticism and price drops, while DTX Exchange’s layer-1 blockchain excels in presale. #partnercontent дальше »

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Pantera Capital-backed Vega Protocol shuts down layer-1 chain

Vega Protocol is shutting down its blockchain, with validators set to maintain the network temporarily to allow users to withdraw funds before a full cessation by late October. Trading-focused blockchain Vega (VEGA) is winding down its operations after an on-chain… дальше »

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Dragonfly-incubated stablecoin AUSD goes live on Sui

The Sui blockchain is broadening its stablecoin offerings by adding Agora’s AUSD, following its earlier launches on Ethereum and Avalanche. Agora, a stablecoin company backed by Dragonfly, has launched its Agora Dollar (AUSD) stablecoin on Sui, the layer-1 blockchain network… дальше »

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Near Protocol’s X page hacked, again

Near Protocol’s X page was apparently breached by hackers who seemed uninterested in promoting sham airdrops or rug pulls. On Sept. 4, bizarre posts were seen published from the X account of layer-1 proof-of-stake blockchain, Near protocol (NEAR).  Account hijacks… дальше »

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Cardano remains in bearish territory despite Chang hardfork

Cardano has experienced a drop in price despite the Layer-1 blockchain completing its highly anticipated  Chang upgrade. The Chang hardfork introduces key changes to Cardano, including on-chain voting, Delegate Representatives, enhanced smart contract capabilities, and a new governance structure with… дальше »

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DTX Exchange’s Layer-1 Blockchain Soars After Testnet Launch

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AVAX sees 12% price jump as Grayscale launches Avalanche Trust

AVAX, the native token of layer-1 blockchain Avalanche, has seen a rise of 12% in the past 24 hours, making it a top performer among the top 100 cryptocurrencies by market capitalization. After nearly six months of decline, Avalanche’s (AVAX)… дальше »

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Aptos teases NFT collaboration with Rarible amid on-chain activity spike

Layer-1 blockchain ecosystem Aptos is gearing up for a new collaboration with NFT marketplace Rarible as the network sees a spike in daily transactions. Aptos (APT), a layer-1 blockchain network based on the proof-of-stake consensus mechanism, is set to collaborate… дальше »

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Aptos partners with myco to take Web3 entertainment mainstream

The Aptos Foundation has announced a strategic partnership with Web3 streaming platform myco to accelerate mainstream adoption of Web3 entertainment. Aptos (APT) is a layer-1 blockchain platform for smart contracts and offers a decentralized and highly scalable network. The Aptos… дальше »

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Story Protocol maker secures $80m to transfer IP rights onto blockchain

PIP Labs, the core contributor to layer-1 network Story Protocol, has raised $80 million to build an ecosystem where creators can “grow their IP in the age of AI.” Programmable IP Labs, the mastermind behind the blockchain startup Story Protocol,… дальше »

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5ire launches hybrid layer-1 mainnet after 1m test transactions

Blockchain startup 5ire has rolled out its mainnet after a successful testnet phase, aiming to redefine blockchain’s environmental impact. Layer-1 blockchain platform 5ire has launched its mainnet following a successful testnet phase, advancing its mission to drive environmentally sustainable blockchain… дальше »

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Proof-of-stake blockchain XION introduces native utility token

Web3 Foundry Burnt has announced the launch of XION Foundation, the non-profit organization that will oversee the development and expansion of the proof-of-stake blockchain XION. The venture-backed platform also unveiled $XION, the native token of the layer-1 blockchain. Burnt shared… дальше »

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Canto blockchain struggles to restart following outage

Canto, a layer-1 general-purpose blockchain network, has been struggling to restart block production since Aug. 11. The network halted its block production at block 10847516 per data from Canto Explorer. дальше »

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Canto Blockchain Suffers Two-Day Outage Amid Consensus Issue

Layer-1 blockchain Canto has been offline since Saturday following a "consensus issue." The CANTO token initially dropped by 21% before recovering over the course of the weekend. дальше »

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Router Protocol launches mainnet for L1 solution Router Chain

Router Protocol, a Coinbase Ventures-backed decentralized blockchain network, has announced the mainnet launch of its Layer-1 solution Router Chain. The launch, set for Tuesday, aims to bridge Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) security to chains in the Cosmos (ATOM) ecosystem,… дальше »

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Solana Surpasses Ethereum in Fees After Beating BNB — Will SOL Flip ETH?

The Solana layer-1 blockchain has flipped Ethereum in total weekly fees just days after surpassing BNB to emerge as the fourth-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization. Crypto researcher Dan Smith on X revealed that Solana hit $25 million in total fees last week compared to the $21 million on the Ethereum blockchain. Last week marked the […] дальше »

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BlockDAG’s Upcoming CEO and Team Unveiling Boosts Presale to $60.9M; FLOKI & PEPE Show Bullish Trends

As the crypto community anticipates a pivotal moment this year, BlockDAG prepares for a significant team unveiling on July 29th. This event is set to fully disclose the visionary leaders behind its pioneering layer-1 blockchain technology. дальше »

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Toncoin hits weekly low despite inking a $20M partnership with three GameFi firms

Toncoin (TON), is the native cryptocurrency of Telegram’s decentralized layer-1 blockchain, The Open Network (TON), has fallen to a weekly low of $6. 85, reflecting a significant decline of nearly 10% over the past week. дальше »

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AVAX jumps 13% as gaming partnerships propel growth

AVAX, the native token of Layer-1 blockchain Avalanche, has experienced a notable increase of 13% over the last 24 hours, positioning it as the top gainer among the top 100 cryptocurrencies by market capitalization. Currently, the token is trading at… дальше »

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Aptos price is rising, but 7% staking yield comes with a major risk

Aptos price has risen for six straight days as Bitcoin and most altcoins have continued making a comeback. Encouraging user metrics Aptos (APT), a relatively new layer-1 blockchain, has shown strong user metrics as interest in its network has increased.… дальше »

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Flare and SparkDEX unveil next-generation DeFi hub on advanced Layer-1 EVM chain

Flare Network, a prominent Layer-1 blockchain known for its robust data management capabilities, has announced the deployment of SparkDEX’s V2/V3 decentralized exchange (DEX) and perpetuals platforms on its Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) compatible chain. дальше »

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Hong Kong’s custodian Hex Trust adds support for Monad blockchain

Crypto custodian Hex Trust is teaming up with Monad Labs, becoming the first custodian to offer custody services for the Monad layer-1 network. Hong Kong-based crypto custodian Hex Trust has partnered with blockchain developer Monad Labs to offer such services… дальше »

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MANTRA (OM) outperforms top altcoins as price soars 11%

MANTRA, a real-world asset (RWA) layer-1 blockchain, is an outlier in the crypto market today, outperforming all major cryptocurrencies with a notable 11% gain. With gains coming on the back of a major platform milestone, the native OM token reached… дальше »

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Chromia to launch its MVP mainnet on July 16

Chromia, a standalone Layer-1 blockchain, will launch its Minimum Viable Product (MVP) Mainnet on July 16. The announcement follows Chromia’s launch of its incentivized testnet, offering a 250,000 CHR token reward pool. By going live, the MVP Mainnet will mark… дальше »

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Sui expands custody with Copper to attract institutional finance

The two-year-old layer-1 blockchain is teaming up with the digital assets financial services provider to create new infrastructure options. дальше »

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Layer-1 Blockchain Shardeum Allocates 3.3 Million SHM Tokens For Airdrop

Shardeum’s Atomium testnet, starting June 26, allocates 3.3 million SHM tokens for community engagement and network stress testing. The post Layer-1 Blockchain Shardeum Allocates 3.3 Million SHM Tokens For Airdrop appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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Layer-1 Blockchain Shardeum Allocates 3.3 Million SHM Tokens For Testnet Airdrop

Shardeum’s Atomium testnet, starting June 26, allocates 3.3 million SHM tokens for community engagement and network stress testing. The post Layer-1 Blockchain Shardeum Allocates 3.3 Million SHM Tokens For Testnet Airdrop appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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Injective eyes expansion into Web3 gaming with major partnership

Injective, an interoperable Layer-1 blockchain for decentralized finance (DeFi) applications, is eyeing diversification into the nascent Web3 gaming ecosystem. On Wednesday, Injective announced its partnership with DEGA, a top game builder platform that’s also deployed on Ethereum, Cardano and BNB… дальше »

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Chromia launches incentivized testnet with 250k CHR reward pool

Chromia, a Layer-1 relational blockchain platform, has launched an incentivized testnet that will offer a reward pool of 250,000 CHR tokens. Users and developers will test Chromia’s capabilities across multiple verticals, including gaming, real-world assets (RWAs), digital collectibles and sports.… дальше »

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Aptos integrates dWallet for expanded multi-chain operability

Multi-chain-focused protocol dWallet announced its arrival on layer-1 blockchain to bolster the defi and web3 gaming user experience.  дальше »

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Zone launches PoS gateway with instant settlements

Zone’s layer-1 blockchain is purportedly Africa’s first decentralized, cross border, currency-agnostic payments solution.

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Supra to present Moonshot consensus mechanism at DSN 2024

Supra, an all-in-one Layer-1 blockchain platform that offers oracle data feeds and verifiable randomness to more than 80 blockchains, will present its Moonshot consensus mechanism at the upcoming DSN 2024 Conference. дальше »

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Web3 Digital Identity Network Galxe Crafts Own Layer-1 Blockchain Gravity

Gravity's first iteration will go live this June, with plans for the final version with staking and restaking to launch in the second quarter of 2025. дальше »

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Algorand slams Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana in new ad, community reacts

Layer-1 blockchain network Algorand has critiqued Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana in its latest ad, indicating the three are inefficient for day-to-day use. The Algorand Foundation dropped a new ad on May 23, calling it “when blockchains meet the real world,… дальше »

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Crypto Sleuth Ogle Proposes Security-Centric 'Glue' Blockchain

The upcoming layer-1 takes a hands-on approach to ensuring project security. дальше »

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Fantom Sonic: Will Ethereum integration help FTM's price?

Fantom disclosed that Ethereum would enable the token migration. While FTM's price increased, reaching $1 could be challenging in the short term. Layer-1 blockchain Fantom [FTM] has discloseThe post Fantom Sonic: Will Ethereum integration help FTM's price? appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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