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Lightning Network Wallet Alby Faces Uproar Over Inactivity Fees and Unauthorized Bitcoin Withdrawals

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Lightning Network Wallet Alby Faces Uproar Over Inactivity Fees and Unauthorized Bitcoin Withdrawals

The Lightning Network wallet Alby is under fire as users express outrage over a policy that has led to unexpected Bitcoin withdrawals from inactive accounts. Labeled as “inactivity fees,” these deductions have sparked heated debates about transparency, custodial risks, and the broader challenges facing the Lightning Network. The controversy, which

Vitalik Buterin Proposes Replacing EVM with RISC-V in Ethereum

Vitalik Buterin Proposes Replacing EVM with RISC-V in Ethereum

Ethereum, the world’s second-largest blockchain by market cap, could be on the cusp of a transformative change. Co-founder Vitalik Buterin recently outlined a proposal to replace the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) bytecode with the RISC-V instruction set, a move that could reshape how the network processes smart contracts. This

Uniswap CEO Hayden Adams Praises Solana DeFi Strategy Over Ethereum Scaling Approach

Uniswap CEO Hayden Adams Praises Solana DeFi Strategy Over Ethereum Scaling Approach

In a recent statement, Hayden Adams, CEO of Uniswap Labs, shared his perspective on the future of decentralized finance. Adams highlighted Solana’s roadmap, team, and approach as a potentially stronger foundation for DeFi applications compared to Ethereum’s long-standing strategy. His comments have drawn attention to the ongoing debate

Blockchain Scaling Debate Heats Up as Solana CoFounder Challenges Layer 2 Solutions

Blockchain Scaling Debate Heats Up as Solana CoFounder Challenges Layer 2 Solutions

A fresh debate on scaling solutions is swirling around following a pointed statement from Anatoly Yakovenko, co-founder of Solana. In a post on social media, Yakovenko directly challenged the state of Layer 2 platforms, arguing that Layer 1 blockchains like Solana can deliver superior performance without the complexities often associated

Sony Launches Soneium, a New Layer-2 Blockchain

Sony Launches Soneium, a New Layer-2 Blockchain

Sony, a name synonymous with innovation since its inception in 1946, has stepped boldly into the realm of blockchain with the official launch of Soneium. This layer-2 blockchain platform, developed by Sony Block Solutions Labs (SBSL), in partnership with Startale Labs, marks a significant milestone in bridging traditional tech with