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Sidechains on Top of Bitcoin’s Network: RSK & Liquid

Anthony Horne Blockchain Developer, Blockchain Forks, Blockgeeks

CONTENTS: How do Sidechains work? What are Federations? Security in Sidechains Sidechains on Top of Bitcoin’s Network: RSK & Liquid #1 Rootstock Sidechain details #2 Liquid Sidechains on Top of Bitcoin – Conclusion Sidechains, as a concept, have been around for quite some time now. The idea is to have a blockchain that runs parallel to the main blockchain. It allows users to move tokens and other digital assets from the main blockchain to the side chain and…

Crypto NFT – A New World of Fine Art by Andrew Zapotochny

Anthony Horne Blockgeeks, NFT's

Cryptocurrencies and blockchain have disrupted nearly all areas of human interaction and expression. From entertainment to financial services, it has made its way to glory and fame. An interesting domain it managed to fit right into is the arts industry. What are Crypto NFT? Non-fungible tokens or NFTs are ERC-721 tokens hosted on the ethereum blockchain. Non-fungible tokens or nifty are unique; they cannot be exchanged for another nifty even if it belongs to the same group (a penny…

What is Blockchain Governance

What is Blockchain Governance: Ultimate Beginner’s Guide

Anthony Horne Blockchain Developer, Blockgeeks

In this guide, we discuss blockchain governance! CONTENT: Governance Format Representative Governance What is Blockchain Governance? Why is it so Important? Who’s Responsible for Blockchain Governance? Elements of Blockchain Governances Blockchain Governance Strategies: Off-Chain Vs On-Chain Challenges of On-Chain Governance Some On-Chain Governed Blockchain Projects Conclusion In simple terms, “Governance” is a structure that every user or participant agrees to follow. Everything we use is under some form of governance. Its core purpose is to meet the user or…

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What is Hashing & Digital Signature in The Blockchain?

Anthony Horne Blockchain Forks, Blockgeeks, Ethereum

  Hi, everyone. Today, we’re going to be talking about the word blockchain and breaking it down to understand what does it mean when someone says, “Blockchain.” We’re going to take the time to understand the cryptography behind the blockchain technology. There are two main cryptographic concepts that underpin blockchain technology. The first is hashing, and the second is digital signatures. What is Hashing & Digital Signature in The Blockchain? Hashing refers to the concept of taking an arbitrary…

Satoshi Nakamoto - Defi On Bitcoin

Defi On Bitcoin: Decentralized Exchanges & Stablecoins on top of Bitcoin´s Network

Anthony Horne Blockgeeks, Defi

DeFi is a revolutionary innovation that allows developers to leverage blockchain technology and create a whole new financial product class. Until now, the Ethereum blockchain has been the playground for DeFi developers. However, through RSK, the Bitcoin blockchain may soon usurp the throne. Today, let’s check out the potential of different DeFi applications on Bitcoin. Why Bitcoin and DeFi need each other Despite what the naysayers say, Bitcoin needs DeFi to reach the next level. While Bitcoin’s use cases are…

DApps - The Future Of Blockchains

DApps – The Future Of Blockchains

Anthony Horne Blockchain Developer, Blockgeeks

Blockchains are a major force disrupting the digital world DApps is defined as a decentralized application. It works on the blockchains or P2P network. Blockchains are a major force disrupting the digital world. Back in the day, did you ever imagine that the internet would become an integral part of our life and work? No one has imagined the current technological changes during the 70’s, 80’s, or 90’s. But, as technology began to engulf our lives, people…

Understanding Cryptocurrency

Understanding Cryptocurrency Market Fundamentals

Anthony Horne Blockgeeks, Cryptocurrency Info

Overview In this course, David walks you through all the basics of understanding cryptocurrency markets. Ever wondered what market cap means? What liquidity is, and how it affects token prices? What is a coin’s circulating supply, and what does that mean for the network? We’ll answer all of those questions and more in this beginner’s guide to cryptocurrency markets. Understanding Cryptocurrency Market Fundamentals: Audience Anyone interested in cryptocurrency investing! Understanding Cryptocurrency Market Fundamentals: Prerequisites Exploring Blockchain Principles …

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Crypto Investing Masterclass: Live! Oct 15th – Nov 9

Anthony Horne Blockgeeks, Cryptocurrency Info, Cryptocurrency Investment

Crypto investing can be incredibly rewarding and it’s also incredibly risky. Are you confident in your crypto investing strategy? Do you have a documented strategy aligned with your risk profile? Would you like to know how to minimize risk and maximize your profit potential? Announcing the Blockgeeks Crypto Investing Masterclass! 6 World-class crypto investing professionals share their knowledge and answer your questions directly Live, instructor led Oct 15th – Nov 9 8 Sessions over 4 weeks By the…

7 Best Canadian Cryptocurrency Exchanges

7 Best Canadian Cryptocurrency Exchange Reviews – 2021

Anthony Horne Blockgeeks, Cryptocurrency Info

Heading into 2021, buying Bitcoin and cryptocurrency in Canada can be a difficult process. Yes, there are a lot of options, but there are also a lot of factors to consider when choosing which platform is right for you. In this article, we break down what details to consider, and rate our top Canadian cryptocurrency exchange available specifically to Canadians. If you are looking for international exchanges, check out our exchange review post or our comprehensive guide of how to buy Bitcoin worldwide. So let’s…

How To Become A Blockchain Developer - Blockgeek

Exploring Blockchain Principles – BlockGeeks Course

Anthony Horne Blockchain Developer, Blockchain Forks, Blockgeeks, General

Overview: Exploring Blockchain Principles Join David for a conceptual look at blockchain systems and how they work. You’ll learn the key principles that underlie all good systems and networks in the world, whether they’re blockchains, businesses, or algorithms. This beginner course serves as an excellent primer to the world of blockchain and cryptocurrency, introducing you to the core philosophy of the technology before you dive in deeper! Prerequisites: Exploring Blockchain Principles There are no prerequisites for this blockchain course.…

Top Four Smart Contract Platforms: An In-Depth Analysis

Anthony Horne Blockgeeks, Cryptocurrency Info, General

In this deep dive guide of Smart Contract Platforms Comparison, we are going to be comparing four of the most promising smart contract platforms out there – Ethereum, EOS, Cardano, and RSK. So before we go into comparing these platforms, let’s get a quick understanding of smart contracts. Smart Contracts may end up becoming one of the most important inventions of all time. Today, there are thousands of deployed contracts on several smart-contract platforms. What are Smart Contracts? A smart contract is like a…

What is DeFi?

Why DeFi Coin is Fundamentally Strong

Anthony Horne Blockgeeks, General

Why DeFi Coin is Fundamentally Strong Despite Correction in Ethereum, ERC-20 Tokens By Ameer Rosic Since the highs of August and September, top coins in the decentralized finance (DeFi) sphere have plunged dramatically. VirgoX market data indicates that coins such as Chainlink (LINK), Curve DAO Token (CRV), and Yearn.finance (YFI) have dropped in excess of 50% from their highs. One analysis published on October 4th by crypto-asset trader “Ceteris Paribus” found that the average DeFi coin was down 65% from its…

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3 Reasons Why Blockchain Security Matters to Enterprises

Anthony Horne Blockchain Developer, Blockgeeks, General

Blockchain security refers to the way in which a crypto network is secured, both against attack from external actors, and to ensure that its network rules are upheld. The stronger the security of a chain, the harder it is to cheat by double spending a transaction or rolling the chain back to a former state. When viewed along this axis, Bitcoin is the world’s most secure blockchain, with 124 Ex/h per second directed at it. Knowing that…

What Is Blockchain Forks?

DeFi 101 – Get on the #Defi Train [UPDATED]

Anthony Horne Blockchain Developer, Blockgeeks, Cryptocurrency Info, General

In this course you’ll learn: As the crypto-space continues to disrupt various industries, it has also begun to gain mainstream attention. With it, Decentralized Finance has emerged as a nascent space that can truly revolutionize financial markets – but how? And What exactly is Decentralized Finance anyway? In this video, we break down traditional financial structures while introducing the groundwork that defines DeFi. > MetaMask Tutorial: Within this walkthrough viewers will learn how to properly onboard onto…

Bluzelle Vs Filecoin- A Side by Side Comparison of the Decentralized Storage Services

Anthony Horne Bitcoin Storage, Blockgeeks, Cryptocurrency Info

It’s 2020 and the decentralized web couldn’t come soon enough. Last week’s shocking hack—which saw Joe Biden, Kanye West, Bill Gates and over 125 other high-profile Twitter users have their accounts hacked—has urged the decentralized debate again. When it becomes obvious that one of the biggest social media platforms is vulnerable to attacks, it further strengthens the point that we need to move away from centralized platforms. It isn’t just hacks like the one we saw last week that we…

Video Guide: What are Blockchain Forks?

Anthony Horne Blockchain Forks, Blockgeeks

Video Guide: What are Blockchain Forks? – Blockgeeks Soft Fork: when the blockchain protocol is altered in a backwards-compatible way Hard Fork: when the blockchain protocol is altered in a non backwards-compatible way Temporary Fork: when two miners mine a new block at the same time READ LATER – DOWNLOAD THIS POST AS PDF >> CLICK HERE