BLOCKCHAIN
Blockchains incorporate several important features such as immutability, encryption and distributed storage, which combined makes secure peer-to-peer transactions possible and in turn has created the means to end human dependence on credit and thus credit intermediaries. Due to these features, blockchain has been referred to as ‘the Trust Machine’ and is forecasted to transfer the trust from agencies and institutions which are enforced by law to machine-based networks guaranteed by technology and mathematics.
Dune Launches MCP Server Giving AI Agents Access to 100+ Blockchain Datasets
Dune's new MCP Server lets AI agents query blockchain data across 100+ chains using natural language, eliminating manual SQL work for traders and analysts.
CX Chain Launches Gaming-Focused L1 on Avalanche With Provable Fairness
CX Chain deploys purpose-built Layer 1 on Avalanche for verifiable casino gaming, featuring onchain poker with zero-knowledge proofs and shared liquidity pools.
HKMA Signs Blockchain Trade Deal With Shanghai to Build Cross-Border Platform
Hong Kong and Shanghai sign MoU to develop blockchain-powered cross-border trade finance platform, connecting electronic bills of lading with CBDC infrastructure.
Conflux (CFX) CFX Releases v3.0.3 Testnet with CIP-166 Opcode and Critical Bug Fixes
Conflux (CFX) Network pushes v3.0.3 testnet upgrade featuring new CLZ opcode, seven bug fixes, and enhanced RPC functionality. Node operators can upgrade optionally.
Polygon (MATIC) Boosts Network Capacity 83% as USDC Volume Hits Top Spot
Polygon (MATIC) raises gas limit to 110M, achieving 2,600 TPS as enterprise payment demand surges. Network now leads all chains in USDC transfer volume.
Chainlink (LINK) Labs Eyes UK Tokenized Assets as Cross-Border Payments Hit $1T Market
Chainlink (LINK) Labs targets UK's capital markets for blockchain-based cross-border payments, citing cost savings of up to 85% versus traditional SWIFT transfers.
IOTA Taps Six Trade Veterans for TWIN Advisory Board
IOTA Foundation forms Expert Advisory Board with customs and logistics leaders to guide TWIN trade infrastructure development, focusing on UK operations.
The Graph GRT Unveils 2026 Roadmap Targeting AI Agents and Institutions
The Graph releases comprehensive 2026 technical roadmap expanding beyond subgraphs to serve AI agents, enterprises, and DeFi with new data services on Horizon protocol.
Stellar (XLM) XLM Rolls Out Privacy Tools That Keep Regulators Happy
Stellar (XLM)'s Protocol X-Ray upgrade brings zero-knowledge proofs and association sets, enabling private transactions while maintaining compliance. XLM trades at $0.15.
Stellar (XLM) Powers IRL's Stealth Crypto Onboarding at Major Cultural Events
IRL used Stellar (XLM) blockchain to onboard thousands of attendees at Meridian Rio and Miami events without them knowing they were using crypto.