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Ethereum vs Dogecoin: Two Different Approaches to Utility in Cryptocurrency

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Ethereum vs Dogecoin: Two Different Approaches to Utility in Cryptocurrency Explore Ethereum and Dogecoin, comparing Ethereum’s broad ecosystem versus Dogecoin’s meme-driven appeal and use as a digital currency. Ethereum vs Dogecoin: Two Different Approaches to Utility in CryptocurrencyLevel UpNEWIndividualsBusinessesDevelopersDiscoverCompanyUNIVERSITYAltcoins11 Jun 2025|BEGINNERS|1 MIN READEthereum vs Dogecoin: Two Different Approaches to Utility in CryptocurrencyExplore Ethereum and Dogeco…

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What Is Cardano (ADA)?

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What Is Cardano (ADA)? In this article, learn about Cardano’s scalable, sustainable, and interoperable blockchain solution, as well as the features of its native token, ADA. What Is Cardano (ADA)?Level UpNEWIndividualsBusinessesDevelopersDiscoverCompanyUNIVERSITYAltcoins11 Sep 2023|BEGINNERS|6 MIN READWhat Is Cardano (ADA)?In this article, learn about Cardano’s scalable, sustainable, and interoperable blockchain solution, as well as the features of its native token, ADA. Key Takeaways: Carda…

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Cosmos (ATOM) — What It Is and How It Works

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Cosmos (ATOM) — What It Is and How It Works In this article, we discuss Cosmos, a blockchain ecosystem that aims to revolutionise how blockchains interact with one another. Cosmos (ATOM) — What It Is and How It WorksLevel UpNEWIndividualsBusinessesDevelopersDiscoverCompanyUNIVERSITYBlockchain13 Dec 2023|BEGINNERS|1 MIN READCosmos (ATOM) — What It Is and How It WorksIn this article, we discuss Cosmos, a blockchain ecosystem that aims to revolutionise how blockchains interact with one anothe…

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A Deep Dive Into Blockchain Scalability

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A Deep Dive Into Blockchain Scalability We dive deep into promising blockchain developments that might allow for achieving near-instant cryptocurrency transaction speeds. A Deep Dive Into Blockchain ScalabilityLevel UpNEWIndividualsBusinessesDevelopersDiscoverCompanyUNIVERSITYBlockchain3 Jan 2020|INTERMEDIATE|12 MIN READA Deep Dive Into Blockchain ScalabilityWe dive deep into promising blockchain developments that might allow for achieving near-instant cryptocurrency transaction speeds. Key Take…

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Ethereum’s Prague/Electra Upgrade: What to Know About ‘Pectra’

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Ethereum’s Prague/Electra Upgrade: What to Know About ‘Pectra’ The Prague/Electra upgrade, ‘Pectra’ for short, is slated for May 2025 and set to be a transformative milestone for Ethereum. Here’s what to expect. Ethereum’s Prague/Electra Upgrade: What to Know About ‘Pectra’Level UpNEWIndividualsBusinessesDevelopersDiscoverCompanyUNIVERSITYEthereum1 May 2025|BEGINNERS|6 MIN READEthereum’s Prague/Electra Upgrade: What to Know About ‘Pectra’The Prague/Electra upgrade, ‘Pec…

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Proof of Stake (PoS)

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Proof of Stake (PoS) A succinct definition of Proof of Stake (PoS) Proof of Stake (PoS)Level UpNEWIndividualsBusinessesDevelopersDiscoverCompanyGLOSSARYPROOF OF STAKE (POS)Copy linkShare on TwitterShare on FacebookShare on LinkedinProof of Stake (PoS)In a Proof of Stake (PoS) system, validators are required to pledge a ‘stake’ of digital currency for the chance to be randomly chosen to validate transactions. They are selected based on the number of tokens they hold, a process not unlike a lo…

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Altcoin

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Altcoin A succinct definition of Altcoin AltcoinLevel UpNEWIndividualsBusinessesDevelopersDiscoverCompanyGLOSSARYALTCOINCopy linkShare on TwitterShare on FacebookShare on LinkedinAltcoinA combination of ‘alternative’ and ‘coin’, the word ‘altcoin’ is used to describe any cryptocurrency that is not Bitcoin. This term formed with the idea that Bitcoin is the original cryptocurrency, and all other types of cryptocurrencies are alternative coins. The first-ever altcoin was Namecoin (NMC)…

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Cryptocurrency

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Cryptocurrency A succinct definition of Cryptocurrency CryptocurrencyLevel UpNEWIndividualsBusinessesDevelopersDiscoverCompanyGLOSSARYCRYPTOCURRENCYCopy linkShare on TwitterShare on FacebookShare on LinkedinCryptocurrencyA cryptocurrency is a digital or virtual currency in which all peer-to-peer (P2P) transactions are verified and recorded using cryptography, making it very difficult to counterfeit or hack. Cryptocurrencies are built to enable a decentralised financial (DeFi) system where anyone…

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A Deep Dive Into Blockchain Scalability

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A Deep Dive Into Blockchain Scalability We dive deep into promising blockchain developments that might allow for achieving near-instant cryptocurrency transaction speeds. A Deep Dive Into Blockchain ScalabilityLevel UpNEWIndividualsBusinessesDevelopersDiscoverCompanyUNIVERSITYBlockchain3 Jan 2020|INTERMEDIATE|12 MIN READA Deep Dive Into Blockchain ScalabilityWe dive deep into promising blockchain developments that might allow for achieving near-instant cryptocurrency transaction speeds. Key Take…

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Layer-0

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Layer-0 A succinct definition of Layer-0 Layer-0Level UpNEWIndividualsBusinessesDevelopersDiscoverCompanyGLOSSARYLAYER-0Copy linkShare on TwitterShare on FacebookShare on LinkedinLayer-0For blockchain, Layer-0 is a root layer that allows for cross-chain interoperability between Layer-1 protocols. In other words, it is a connector of blockchains.When it comes to blockchains, one of the major issues they face is scalability. The benefit of Layer-0 is that it has several use cases in scalability an…

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