Optimism Blockchain 101: Unlocking The Potential Of Layer 2 Scaling
Discover how Optimism blockchain works, its important features, and vital use cases as a Layer 2 solution.
Top-5 Predictions for the Future of Blockchain from Cybersecurity Experts
Crypto trends dictate these 5 predictions for future. Cryptographic techniques will restore digital trust in Web3.
Hashgraph vs Blockchain
How does Hedera Hashgraph differ from a more conventional blockchain technology? Find out in this article by Hacken.
Security Audit For Blockchain Projects
What are smart contracts? Smart contracts are digital contracts that automatically execute financial transactions once specific terms and conditions are met. Smart contracts make up the foundation of decentralized finance. The significant benefits of smart contracts are speed, efficiency, accuracy, trust, transparency, security, and savings. Most transactions on the blockchain utilize smart contracts. Smart contract
Proof of Work vs Proof of Stake
PoW and PoS are the most popular consensus mechanisms used in the blockchain. This article will explain the consensus mechanism, describe PoS and PoW, and explain their differences. Consensus Mechanism Proof of work (PoW) and proof of stake (PoS) are the two most widespread consensus mechanisms in the blockchain. A consensus mechanism is a method
Is Blockchain Engineering for you?
Blockchain engineer salary and how to become a blockchain engineer? Who is a blockchain engineer? A blockchain software engineer is a person in charge of developing and implementing blockchain technology in Web 3.0 projects. Their primary responsibility is to create/maintain a system connecting their organization’s assets with a public ledger. Blockchain engineers analyze their company’s
Blockchain security in 2021: a brief overview
In 2021, the volume of crypto crime almost doubled compared to 2020 ($14B vs. $7.8B). However, when looking at the total crypto transaction volume, it grew by 567% in 2021 compared to 2020. Thus, an increase in the volume of assets coming to illicit addresses is not so radical to suggest that the state of
Web 3.0 Transformation Explained. Cybersecurity Implications.
History of the Internet As you probably know from the history curriculum at school, the Internet was invented in 1969 as a military technology during the Cold War. In the USA, the centralized computer had controlled the country’s nuclear weapons before the decentralized network of devices spread across the state was developed. Thereby the USA
The Crypto Launchpad is partnering with Hacken
Hacken team is proud to announce that we have become a partner of The Crypto Launchpad. Under this partnership, The Crypto Launchpad will recommend its projects to apply for the security testing services (smart contracts audits) provided by Hacken. The popularity of blockchain technologies keeps on growing with many new projects entering the market every
