Ref.: W.41–Y.24
“This list of articles may contain some older articles that I may not have read entirely. They may have been used as references or sources of inspiration.”
- Taiwan’s Semiconductor Success and Energy Crisis
The Hsinchu Science Park, established in 1980, nurtures Taiwan’s leading technology companies like TSMC, responsible for over 90% of the world’s advanced computer chips. However, Taiwan grapples with an impending energy crisis as its semiconductor industry is projected to double New Zealand’s energy consumption by 2030, highlighting the urgent need to address energy supply challenges and meet clean energy targets to sustain its technological prowess and economic growth. Despite ambitious clean energy goals, political, security, and land availability hurdles hinder Taiwan’s renewable energy transition, prompting debate on nuclear policy, foreign investment, and industry sustainability. - Open Source SaaS Alternatives Hosted With Docker
Discover 11 top paid SaaS product alternatives such as Supabase, Grafana, Uptime Kuma, NocoDB, and more, offering self-hosting capabilities through Docker, ensuring cost-effective and customizable solutions. Simplify installation processes with provided Docker commands and access cloud-based services or choose to self-host based on your preferences. Explore this comprehensive guide and unlock a range of open-source alternatives to popular SaaS products, empowering you to host your software efficiently. - Weekly Digital Asset Fund Flows: Market Sentiment Shifts
Digital asset investment products faced outflows of $147 million, primarily driven by negative sentiment surrounding Bitcoin, which alone saw outflows of $159 million. In contrast, multi-asset products demonstrated resilience with inflows of $29 million, marking 16 consecutive weeks of positive growth. Regional trends revealed significant outflows from the US, while Canada and Switzerland experienced notable inflows, indicating a shift in investor focus. - Nine Rules for Running Rust in the Browser
This article outlines essential guidelines for successfully running Rust applications in web browsers using WebAssembly (WASM). The author emphasizes the importance of ensuring that your Rust code is compatible with WASM and provides a series of rules, starting with confirming functionality on WASM WASI and setting up a basic JavaScript environment. Subsequent rules cover installing necessary tools, understanding type compatibility between Rust and JavaScript, and adapting functions to meet WASM’s constraints. - Embracing Bank Trading Strategies: A Path to Success
The article “Why You Shouldn’t Fear Trading Like a Bank” encourages individual traders to adopt the risk management and long-term perspectives employed by financial institutions. By leveraging data-driven decision-making, traders can enhance their performance and reduce fear associated with trading. Ultimately, it advocates for a more strategic approach that mirrors the practices of successful banks.
Cosmos Ecosystem:
- dYdX Chain: $150 Billion Later – Insights from Charles d’Haussy at Nebular Summit (YT)
In his presentation at the Nebular Summit, Charles d’Haussy, CEO of the dYdX Foundation, discussed the evolution and growth of the dYdX Chain, which has achieved significant trading volume and decentralization since its launch. He highlighted the transition from a reliance on general-purpose layer 2 solutions to utilizing the Cosmos SDK, enabling improved performance and innovation within the decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem. The talk emphasized the importance of community governance in shaping the future of dYdX, including enhancements in token economics and expanding trading capabilities. - Cosmos’ Path to Product-Market Fit: Insights from Industry Leaders (YT)
At the Nebular Summit in Brussels, key figures from the Cosmos ecosystem, including Spaydh, Sunny Aggarwal, Ethan Buchman, and Max Einhorn, discussed the challenges and opportunities for achieving product-market fit (PMF) within the Interchain framework. They highlighted issues such as organizational fragmentation and the need for better marketing strategies, emphasizing that while technology is robust, communication and collaboration are critical for success. The panelists also explored the importance of sovereignty in blockchain ecosystems and shared their perspectives on which chains currently exhibit the most PMF within Cosmos. - Boosting Liquidity in Cosmos: Spaydh’s Blueprint for Growth (YT)
Spaydh proposes two key strategies to bolster liquidity within the ecosystem. The first strategy involves leveraging liquid staking and liquidity-as-a-service. By enabling users to stake their assets without sacrificing liquidity, these mechanisms can significantly increase the availability of funds for trading and investment. The second strategy focuses on importing staked Ether from Ethereum. While this approach offers the potential to introduce substantial liquidity, it also presents challenges. The ecosystem’s inherent risks and the complexity of the onboarding process can deter potential participants. To address these obstacles, Spaydh suggests establishing an incentive fund. By providing rewards and benefits to users who contribute to the ecosystem, the incentive fund can attract more participants and foster a more vibrant and dynamic environment. - Understanding ABCI++: Revolutionizing Cosmos Blockchain Applications (YT)
The video discusses the significance of ABCI++ (ABCI 2.0), a new technology that enhances the interaction between applications and Cosmos blockchains, allowing for greater sovereignty and control over decentralized applications. It emphasizes how ABCI++ facilitates advanced functionalities like Sovereign MEV (Maximal Extractable Value) and private data handling, positioning it as a crucial development for the next generation of blockchain applications. The speaker argues that this technology not only streamlines processes but also fosters innovation within the Cosmos ecosystem by enabling applications to operate independently and securely.
Other Crypto Video:
- Profitability in Staking Networks (YT)
This video explores the profitability of staking networks, comparing the returns of delegators and node operators. The key takeaway is that while node operators can potentially earn higher returns, the process is often more complex and carries greater risks. Delegators, on the other hand, enjoy greater convenience and lower risk but may miss out on some potential profits. The choice between the two ultimately depends on an individual’s risk tolerance and technical expertise.
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