The Protocol

From the controversies in decentralized governance to the potential of decentralized data in Web3, this coverage delves into layer 2 developments and zero-knowledge proofs providing a glimpse into the promising future of blockchain and its ongoing evolution.

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In this installment of "The Protocol," hosts Brad Keoun, the founding editor of The Protocol Newsletter, and tech journalists Sam Kessler and Margaux Nijkerk,  explore the following stories:

•  Arbitrum Research Pitch 

A proposed coalition of professional researchers could help "accelerate decision-making" at the Ethereum layer-2 project, but complaints have surfaced over the cost and potential conflicts of interest.

• The Graph Q&A   

The Graph, a protocol for indexing and querying data stored on blockchains, plans to add AI-assisted querying with large language models as part of a suite of new features disclosed Tuesday.

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• Margaux’s scoop on Kraken plus latest on L2s (Including Nil)

The crypto exchange is still considering which blockchain developer should build its network, with Polygon, Matter Labs, and the Nil Foundation in the mix, according to people familiar with the situation. Rival crypto exchange Coinbase blazed the trail with Base.

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Arbitrum Voters Polarized Over 'Research' Pitch With $2M Price Tag 

Almost All of DeFi Uses the Graph' – Q&A With Edge & Node CEO Tegan Kline 

The Graph, Known as 'Google of Web3,' Plans AI-Assisted Querying

Kraken Said to Seek Partner to Help Build It a Layer 2 Blockchain Network 

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An examination of Starknet's latest moves, layer 3 networks are ready to go ‘live’ and how a student's research paper turned into $345M.  

This episode is sponsored by the Algorand Foundation.

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In this installment of "The Protocol," hosts Brad Keoun, the founding editor of The Protocol Newsletter, and tech journalists Sam Kessler and Margaux Nijkerk, explore the following stories:

• Starknet (STRK) Tokens
• Arbitrum "Orbit" Is Now Live

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• The Celestia Launch and AirDrop

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Starknet Foundation Showers STRK Tokens on Contributors, Though They're Not Trading Yet 

Arbitrum Foundation Says 'Orbit' for Layer-3 Networks Now Ready for Mainnet 

How a Ph.D. Student's Research Paper Turned Celestia Into $345M Blockchain Project Overnight 

Celestia Airdrops TIA Token as Network Goes Live, Claims Start of 'Modular Era'

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Insights into Polygon's transition to version 2.0 and the debut of the "POL" token. Also, a shift towards decentralization and governance is a significant stride in bolstering trust and credibility among the broader blockchain community.

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In this installment of "The Protocol," hosts Brad Keoun, the founding editor of The Protocol Newsletter, and tech journalists Sam Kessler and Margaux Nijkerk, explore the following stories:

• A cybersecurity hacker earns a living by safely testing Ethereum's security – benefiting the network's integrity.
• Bitcoin blossoms with tech developments - It’s not just Bitcoin’s price that’s suddenly exploding. 

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• The State of Polygon

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This Cybersecurity Pro Gets Paid to Hack Ethereum – for the Good of the Network 

All of a Sudden, It’s All About Bitcoin

Institutions Race for Bitcoin, Sending CME Open Interest to Record High

Bitcoin Spot ETFs Could See Inflows of $14.4B in First Year, Galaxy Says

POL Contracts Go Live on Ethereum Mainnet as Part of Polygon 2.0 

Polygon Proposes Council for ‘Decentralized Governance,’ Names 13 Members

Lido Finance Sunsets Solana Staking Product After DAO Vote

Manta's Layer-2 Blockchain Already Plans to Ditch OP Stack for Polygon

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The competition among DeFi networks is fierce, with Scroll currently holding the 23rd spot in the rankings. Meanwhile, the Ethereum validator queue has seen a significant reduction in wait times for staking and rewards, and an 'OG of Blockchains' has recently accomplished a nine-year-old project.

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In this installment of "The Protocol," be part of our discussion with hosts Brad Keoun, the founding editor of The Protocol Newsletter, and tech journalists Sam Kessler and Margaux Nijkerk. Together, they explore the continuously evolving landscape of blockchain technology, with a particular focus on what makes Scroll stand out, the diminishing demand for staking on Ethereum, and, in our PROTOCOL VILLAGE SEGMENT, Stellar's integration of smart contracts.

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Scroll Confirms Mainnet Live, as Co-Founder Predicts Speed Gains Over Ethereum

Ethereum Has Nearly Cleared Out Validator Queue, a Sign of Weak Staking Demand

Stellar, Early Blockchain Built for Payments, Adds Smart Contracts to Take on Ethereum 

Clip from Scroll Co-Founder Scroll Co-Founder Discusses zkEVM Mainnet Launch 

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Covering the influence of conflict on Israel's crypto sector, the evolution of smart contracts on Bitcoin, and a comprehensive examination of the ethical, technical, and legal intricacies that define the crypto landscape, notably in the aftermath of the FTX collapse as witnessed in Sam Bankman-Fried's trial in New York City.

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In this episode of "The Protocol," join our hosts, Brad Keoun, the founding editor of  The Protocol Newsletter, along with tech journalists Sam Kessler and Margaux Nijkerk, as they delve into the ever-evolving realm of blockchain technology. Amidst the Israel-Hamas conflict, they delve into the dynamic interplay between innovation and adversity. Additionally, they explore the contentious World Coin project, which employs iris scanning for biometric authentication, shedding light on the convergence of AI and blockchain technology. Sam Kessler provides insights from the Manhattan courthouse regarding the technical intricacies of the FTX collapse during the SBF trial. It becomes evident that the sector is undergoing a refining process in response to heightened scrutiny and legal deliberations following FTX's involvement.

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Israeli Crypto Firms Scramble to Deal With War, in Between the Sirens

Bitcoin Might Get Ethereum-Style Smart Contracts Under ‘BitVM’ Plan

The Tech Guru Behind Worldcoin: a Q&A With Tiago Sada

Chinese Bribes, Saudi Investors and Thai Prostitutes: Caroline Ellison Gives SBF Trial’s Most Shocking Testimony Yet

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The Protocol has been produced and edited by senior producer Michele Musso and our executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “Take Me Back” by Strength To Last.

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The inaugural episode of CoinDesk's tech-focused podcast examines Bitcoin, Ethereum, and the intricate ecosystem of blockchain "layers" currently under rapid development by software engineers.

This episode is sponsored by the Algorand Foundation.

In this episode of "The Protocol," join our hosts, Brad Keoun, the founding editor of The Protocol Newsletter, along with tech journalists Sam Kessler and Margaux Nijkerk, as they delve into the ever-evolving realm of blockchain technology, with a specific emphasis on Ethereum.

In addition to discussing Ethereum's rapidly growing validator numbers and the potential bottlenecks they pose, they delve into the pressing issue of network overcrowding. They also uncover the significance of optimistic fault proofs and how these innovative solutions play a pivotal role in enhancing security and scalability.

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At Last, Blockchain Developer OP Labs Delivers ‘Fault Proofs’ Missing From Core Design 

BLOCKCHAIN BAKE-OFF 

Ethereum Developers Appear Successful in Second Attempt at Holesky Test Network Launch 

The Protocol: Ethereum Struggles With Sprawl as Optimism Airdrops $27M 

The Most Pressing Issue on Ethereum is Validator Size Growth 

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All the tools you need to build, test, and deploy on Algorand are now available in a single, simple package. Set up your dev environment in only 10 minutes and then get coding on the only blockchain with Unrivaled point-of-sale transaction speed and Industry-leading uptimeConcierge-style developer support, at every step of your journey Download AlgoKit today.

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The Protocol has been produced and edited by senior producer Michele Musso and our executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “Take Me Back” by Strength To Last.

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The Protocol podcast dives into blockchain, cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum, and the evolving layers of blockchain technology. CoinDesk journalists Brad Keoun, Sam Kessler, and Margaux Nijkerk provide updates and clear explanations of the industry's intricacies, making it accessible to all interested in this dynamic field.

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The Protocol podcast is produced and edited by Senior Producer Michele Musso with support from Executive Producer Jared Schwartz.

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