From Centralized to Decentralized: The Evolution of E-Commerce
Introduction As we will delve into this topic, let’s first define what is what. Retail, e-commerce, and marketplaces represent different facets of how goods and services are bought and sold. Retail is the traditional sale of goods directly to consumers, typically through physical stores. E-commerce extends this concept into the digital realm, allowing consumers to […]
Zero-Knowledge Proofs: The Solution to Blockchain’s Privacy Paradox?
When I attended ETHCC in Brussels this year, the buzz around Zero-Knowledge Proofs (ZKPs) was everywhere. Frankly, I was doubtful. Blockchain is all about transparency, so the idea of adding a layer of privacy to something inherently public seemed counterintuitive. However, after diving into a post-ETHCC research rabbit hole, I discovered that ZKPs can offer […]
New EU Parliament & Digital Innovation
As the new European Parliament takes the helm, it faces a myriad of complex issues. Among these, one stands out as particularly daunting: How can Europe rekindle its technological prowess and become a leader in productivity and innovation, rather than just regulation? This article delves into the manifestos of the main political groups that constitute […]
El Salvador and Bitcoin: A Comprehensive Overview
El Salvador made history in September 2021 by becoming the first country to adopt Bitcoin as legal tender. This bold move was driven by the government’s desire to foster financial inclusion, attract foreign investment, and modernize the economy. Here’s an overview of how El Salvador started with Bitcoin, why it took this path, the public’s […]
Can Bitcoin mining be more sustainable?
The case of Terahash Whenever Bitcoin dominates headlines it’s oftentimes for the wrong reasons, like cases of fraud, money laundering, another top executive being jailed, or a large energy consumption of the Bitcoin network, which is claimed to be harmful to the environment. This time I’d suggest we look at Bitcoin through a different lens, […]
And now KuCoin under the radar – but how safe are online exchanges to use?
Whether you’re just exploring Web3 and decentralized finance or you’ve been involved for a while, engaging with online exchanges is nearly unavoidable. However, remember the crucial advice: without control of your private keys, you don’t truly own your cryptocurrency. As background information, online exchanges in Web3 are platforms where users can buy, sell, and trade […]
Decentralising Democracy: Exploring Web3’s Potential for Civic Engagement
Written by Kelly Roegies ———– As someone fully immersed in the ‘Brussels bubble,’ where every conversation seems to revolve around EU policies and politics, there’s a buzz in the air as the EU elections draw near. However, for many of us expats living away from our home countries, voting in the EU Parliamentary elections can […]
Bitcoin: A Useless Speculative Bubble?
Bitcoin: A Useless Speculative Bubble? While Bitcoin is hitting all-time highs around the world, the European Central Bank (ECB) published a blog post, which caused a stir in the crypto community, heavily criticizing BTC in the context of the recent Bitcoin ETF approvals in the United States. It claims the BTC “failed to become a global […]