"2024 Blockchain Tech Predictions, Crypto Industry's Washington Influence, Top Bullish Tokens, and Court Decisions Unveiled in Messari Report"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CoinDesk

Experts in the blockchain industry have made predictions for 2024, highlighting key trends and advancements. These include the advancement of blockchain interoperability protocols, which will break down silos between different blockchains and foster innovation in decentralized finance (DeFi). Additionally, experts anticipate catalysts for raising Bitcoin transaction fees to maintain miner incentives, while also emphasizing the importance of modularity and the emergence of hybrid solutions. Zero-knowledge proofs are expected to enable various use cases, such as verifying upgrades in IoT devices and embedding content authenticity. Furthermore, the industry aims to improve key management and user interfaces to enhance self-custody and inclusive finance. Addressing concerns of centralization and censorship, developments in areas like mempool encryption are expected to protect transactions from potential censorship. Lastly, the focus on security and privacy will increase, and blockchain protocols will aim to onboard corporate builders and expand their footprint.