Executive Summary: Optimistic Rollups vs ZK-Rollups: The Ultimate Comparison
In this article, I compare two of Ethereum's leading layer 2 scaling solutions - optimistic rollups and ZK-rollups. I explain how both rollup types work and analyze their differences in scalability, costs, security, latency, privacy, validity proofs, DeFi readiness, and programming complexity.
Executive Summary: What Are xNFTs (Executable NFTs)?
In this article, I explain what xNFTs are - a new type of executable NFT on Solana that can function as web3 applications.
Executive Summary: What Are Utility NFTs?
In this article, I explain what utility NFTs are and how they offer intrinsic value by granting access to exclusive privileges and examine the potential of utility NFTs to move beyond just digital ownership.
Executive Summary: Market Update: Bitcoin Crosses $30K — Now What?
In this article, I analyze Bitcoin crossing $30k for the first time in 10 months. I examine what's next based on trader sentiment and macroeconomic factors and assess if this bullish move can be sustained.
Executive Summary: Arbitrum vs Optimism: The Ultimate Comparison (04/2023)
In this article, I compare the Ethereum scaling solutions Arbitrum and Optimism in terms of architecture, ecosystem growth, future plans, and current standing, analyzing which L2 has the edge in the race to become the dominant rollup.
Executive Summary: Ethereum's Shapella Upgrade Is Live — Now What?
In this article, I cover the Ethereum Shapella upgrade that is now live and enables withdrawals of staked ETH, analyzing the uncertainty around whether this is bullish or bearish for ETH price.
Executive Summary: Ethereum's Shanghai Upgrade — Everything You Need To Know
In this article, I explain the upcoming Ethereum Shanghai upgrade that will enable unstaking and withdrawal of staked ETH, analyzing the impact on Ethereum as a network, ETH price, validators, liquid staking providers, and what comes next in Ethereum's roadmap.
Executive Summary: The New York Times Vs Bitcoin Mining: An Article Review
In this article, I summarize and analyze the arguments made in a critical New York Times piece about Bitcoin mining's energy use, the rebuttals from the Bitcoin community, and who made the more convincing case in this latest battle over Bitcoin's environmental impact.
Executive Summary: Gary Gensler Gets Grilled — And Now?
In this article, I cover the recent congressional hearing where SEC Chairman Gary Gensler was grilled for failing to clarify whether crypto is a security or commodity.
Executive Summary: What Is an Application-Specific Blockchain (AppChain)?
In this article, I explain what application-specific blockchains (appchains) are, how they connect to a broader network for security while remaining specialized for their particular application.
