An in-depth analysis of why Coinbase (NASDAQ: COIN) launched a new Layer-2 chain using the OP Stacks. — With the launch of Base, its Layer-2 (L2) network built on top of the Ethereum ecosystem, Coinbase became the first publicly traded company (NASDAQ: COIN) to launch a blockchain. Coinbase had considered launching a chain twice before: in 2018 and 2020. Both times the company rejected the idea. However, in…

A Comprehensive Look at the Pros, Cons, and Launch Journey of the New Stablecoin Launched on the Ethereum Blockchain — What must you know about PayPal’s stablecoin ($PYUSD)? PYUSD is redeemable 1:1 for USD, which makes it a U.S. dollar-backed, aka USD pegged, stablecoin. This is possible because dollar deposits, short-term U.S. treasuries, and cash equivalents back it. PYUSD’s reserves are held in a separate NYDFS trust structure which means that even if Paxos or PayPal goes bankrupt…

In Sapiens, Yuval Noah Harari explored our past. In Homo Deus, he looked into our future. In 21 Lessons for the 21st Century, Harari brought to light today’s most pressing issues. — In an era defined by rapid technological advancements, geopolitical shifts, and profound social transformations, it becomes imperative to pause and reflect on the state of our world. Through his thought-provoking book, 21 Lessons for the 21st Century, acclaimed historian and my all-time favorite author, Yuval Noah Harari masterfully dissects the…

Thailand’s central bank, with the help of the private sector, created an e-payment infrastructure that 67 million users use. Among the users are the 3.13 million SMEs, which constitute 99.6% of all enterprises in Thailand. — A short anecdote about why I believe in financial inclusion via digital banking In the summer of 2014*, I had the chance to visit China, and one of the cities I got to see was the capital, Beijing.

Introduction The Norwegian Government has developed a platform called BRØK, which uses the Ethereum blockchain network to share and update unlisted companies’ shareholder information. But before we dive into this case study of a government harnessing the power of blockchain for the creation of a public good, we need to understand…

What are the interests of financial institutions and can stablecoins co-exist with CBDCs? — In the part of the world where I am from, we are celebrating our second New Year festivities. …

So, what is a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC)? It is a digital form of money issued and backed by a central bank, such as the Federal Reserve in the United States or the Bank of England in the United Kingdom. CBDCs are intended to function like traditional fiat currencies, but they are digital and can be accessed and…

Why treasury management is important in DAOs? SCALE and SURVIVAL! Crucial for the longevity of the organization = financial fuel for the future development & growth = to fund operations of the organization to fulfill the stated mission of the group How do DAOs employ capital in their respective treasuries? …

For those unfamiliar, Dr. Yuval Noah Harari is the acclaimed author of (my all-time favorite book) Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind, which has been translated into more than 50 languages, selling over 13 million copies worldwide. …