NEAR Network
5 storiesChanges to NEAR Network's sharded state execution, WebAssembly smart contracts, or Doomslug and Nightshade consensus belong here when they alter how NEAR Network handles node operation, security, interoperability, or application deployment. For NEAR Network, market-only coverage of NEAR is separate from sharded state execution; application stories belong here only when they alter WebAssembly smart contracts or Doomslug and Nightshade consensus.
NEAR Protocol bets on cross-chain privacy as trading incentives heat up
NEAR Protocol is drawing new attention as it rolls out intent-based cross-chain execution, adds privacy for traders, and launches ecosystem incentives that are changing how people use blockchain infrastructure.
Bitcoin tops $87,000 as capital shifts reshape crypto market
Bitcoin's September surge past $87,000 sparked sharp gains in AI, meme, and Layer-1 tokens. But most altcoins lagged as ETF inflows and new U.S. rules kept big investors focused on Bitcoin.
RHEA Finance brings DeFi trading and lending together across blockchains
RHEA Finance is rolling out a platform that lets users trade and lend across NEAR, Bitcoin, Ethereum-compatible chains, Solana, and more-without the usual hassle of bridging or switching networks.
NEAR Moves Beyond Layer 1: Building a Cross-Chain Settlement Layer
NEAR is shifting from a traditional Layer 1 blockchain to a backend for cross-chain transactions, privacy features, and AI-driven settlement. This move raises new questions about token demand and value capture in a multichain world.
Banks and Regulators Pilot Quantum-Resistant Crypto Wallets
Banks in Europe and Asia are testing quantum-resistant wallets and on-chain transfers, with regulators from Abu Dhabi, Bhutan, and Malta observing the pilot as the industry prepares for future quantum security threats