Ivan

In this video I reveal who Evgeny Prigozhin really was, why his death matters, and what it means for Russia.

In this article, I explain the concept of SocialFi, which combines social media and crypto finance to allow monetized interactions. I analyze the hype around it, debate on its merits, popular protocols like friend.tech, and whether it has long-term potential.

In this article, I explain what blockchain network congestion is, what causes it, and its effects like increased fees and delays. I analyze real cases of congestion on Bitcoin and Ethereum, and potential solutions like layer 2 and sharding.

In this article, I explain the Lightning Network, a layer-2 solution on Bitcoin that enables fast, cheap transactions. I analyze how it works, development status, potential use cases, and risks it faces to mass adoption.

In this article, I explain who Andre Cronje is - an influential DeFi developer known for yearn.finance and other protocols. I cover his background, views on crypto culture, reasons for departing DeFi, and the impact his absence may have.

In this article, I compare different options for cross-border payments including traditional banking, fintechs, CBDCs, Bitcoin, and stablecoins. I analyze the mechanisms, pros and cons of each method to send international money transfers.

In this article, I analyze the 2023 NFT market, explaining the concept of NFT royalties and how top Ethereum and Solana marketplaces like OpenSea and Magic Eden are dealing with them. I also examine potential trends like vertical niches and brand-owned platforms.

In this article, I analyze the growing use of NFTs by major fashion and luxury brands like Nike, Gucci, and Dolce & Gabbana. I explain the utility of NFTs for revenue, experiences, and communities and discuss key trends as brands experiment with leveraging NFTs.

In this article, I explain the concept of generative art, which utilizes algorithms and randomness to create unique digital artworks.

In this article, I explain Bitcoin ordinals, which create unique "Bitcoin NFTs" by inscribing data onto the blockchain. I analyze how they work, community debate around using Bitcoin for data, and effects on the network and fungibility.