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blockchain-technology2 years ago•6 min saved

"2024 Blockchain Tech Predictions, Crypto Industry's Washington Influence, Top Bullish Tokens, and Court Decisions Unveiled in Messari Report"

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.

via CoinDesk|

#bitcoin-fees #blockchain-interoperability #blockchain-technology

cryptocurrency2 years ago•2 min saved

Russian Lawmaker Foresees CBDCs Displacing Private Banks and Foreign Exit Difficulties

Anatoly Aksakov, head of Russia's parliamentary financial committee, predicts that traditional banks will gradually fade away with the adoption of the digital ruble and the development of blockchain technology. Aksakov believes that central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) will displace private banks, and while private banks may still have a role in the infrastructure of digital financial assets and the digital ruble, their traditional role will diminish. The Bank of Russia has limited the daily use of digital rubles to 200,000 rubles, and concerns have been raised by local banks about the implications of the digital ruble.

via Cointelegraph|

#blockchain-technology #cbdcs #cryptocurrency

cryptocurrency2 years ago•2 min saved

Is Crypto Losing Its Appeal for Institutional Investors?

Institutional investors have lost interest in cryptocurrencies since 2022, despite this year's uptrend, and have shifted their focus to blockchain technology, according to Justin Chapman, head of digital assets and financial markets at Northern Trust. Chapman said his firm has capabilities in place should client interest in crypto assets rebound, but for now, the market is quiet. Northern Trust partnered with Standard Chartered in 2020 to launch Zodia, a crypto custodian for institutional investors. Bitcoin has gained almost 75% this year after losing 64% in 2022.

via CNBC|

#bitcoin #blockchain-technology #crypto-market

regulation2 years ago•3 min saved

Regulation and Collaboration: The Future of the Crypto Industry

Franklin Templeton CEO Jenny Johnson believes that the future of the crypto industry will be regulated, and that cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin are a distraction from the real innovation of blockchain technology. Johnson also stated that it's better for companies to engage directly with regulators as they develop new products. Despite regulatory uncertainty, Johnson is still bullish on the potential for crypto and blockchain technology to disrupt the financial industry.

via CoinDesk|

#blockchain-technology #crypto-industry #franklin-templeton

finance2 years ago•6 min saved

The Future of Crypto Amidst Banking Turmoil

The recent collapse of several banks, including Silicon Valley Bank, has led some media outlets to blame the crypto industry for these financial disasters. However, many crypto advocates argue that blockchain technology offers a solution to the issues plaguing traditional finance and it isn’t the problem. The collapse of Silicon Valley Bank has negatively affected the crypto industry by causing a loss of banking services, reserve instability and illiquidity, reduced investor confidence, increased regulatory scrutiny, and short-term price volatility. However, bank failures can also accelerate crypto adoption, as they expose the vulnerabilities of traditional centralized financial systems and prompt individuals and businesses to explore alternative solutions. Blockchain technology holds the potential to revolutionize the financial sector by addressing these long-standing issues and providing a decentralized, secure, and transparent financial system.

via CoinDesk|

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