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3 days ago | 
hackernoon.com | Ishan Pandey
Welcome to Behind the Startup, HackerNoon’s series uncovering the real stories behind cutting-edge blockchain projects. Today, we dive into privacy-preserving infrastructure and the future of encrypted, trustless markets with Phil Wirtjes, CEO of Enclave Global. From his early career in health tech to leading a fully encrypted exchange built to tackle front-running, slippage, and permissioned trading—Phil offers a transparent look into how EnclaveX is reshaping digital asset markets.
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1 week ago | 
hackernoon.com | Ishan Pandey
Can a decentralized exchange really offer full compliance, cross-chain access, and no KYC all at once? That is the claim Polyester is making, and the market is watching closely. As the divide between centralized and decentralized finance narrows, Polyester positions itself as a hybrid model, retaining the composability and permissionless nature of a DEX while integrating the regulatory scaffolding usually associated with centralized platforms.
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1 week ago | 
hackernoon.com | Ishan Pandey
As the blockchain industry matures, the critical question is no longer just about decentralization or innovation, it’s about sustainability. MEXC Ventures, the investment and incubation arm of leading exchange MEXC, is answering that challenge with IgniteX, an initiative designed to empower the next generation of Web3 builders.
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1 week ago | 
hackernoon.com | Ishan Pandey
Why is a crypto exchange investing $2 billion in trust? At TOKEN2049 Dubai, KuCoin CEO BC Wong announced the "Trust Project," a $2 billion initiative aimed at enhancing transparency, security, and compliance in the cryptocurrency industry. This move comes as the crypto sector faces increased regulatory scrutiny and a need for greater user confidence.
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1 week ago | 
hackernoon.com | Ishan Pandey
How COTI’s Role in Saudi Arabia’s AI and Blockchain Centre Could Shape the Future of Web3 and Real-World AssetsWhy is a blockchain protocol from Israel becoming a key player in Saudi Arabia’s ambitious AI and blockchain plans? The announcement of COTI as a founding member of the newly formed Saudi Arabia AI and Blockchain Centre (SAAIBC) raises questions about the intersection of blockchain, geopolitics, and next-generation infrastructure.
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1 week ago | 
hackernoon.com | Ishan Pandey
Can a single-click really migrate billions in DeFi liquidity? That is the question being answered by a major new partnership in the blockchain space. Enso, Stargate, and LayerZero have collaborated to create a new infrastructure that allows Uniswap liquidity providers (LPs) to migrate their positions to Unichain with just one click. The announcement suggests that as much as $3.5 billion in liquidity could soon be moved to Unichain using this method.
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2 weeks ago | 
hackernoon.com | Ishan Pandey
Is This the Smartest Hackathon to Join Before May 2025? LUKSO is closing out its multi-phase Hack the Grid hackathon, offering developers a final chance to build decentralized applications using its Universal Profiles and smart contract stack. With over $150,000 in LYX grants at stake and submission deadlines approaching in early May, the event positions itself as a testing ground for programmable accounts and gasless user experiences.
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2 weeks ago | 
hackernoon.com | Ishan Pandey
Imua (formerly Exocore) has launched Imua Ignite, a high-impact accelerator program with $1 million in funding for teams building decentralized infrastructure, what they call “verifiable trust machines.” The program is accepting applications until May 16, 2025, and will select 12 early-stage projects to go through an intense five-week builder program. Why Imua Ignite is a Big Deal 🔍Trust in centralized institutions is breaking down. Meanwhile, AI is scaling rapidly.
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2 weeks ago | 
hackernoon.com | Ishan Pandey
In a blockchain world often defined by financial speculation and siloed innovation, Apex Fusion emerges with a higher purpose—merging technology and altruism. With its multi-layered architecture combining Prime (Layer 1), Vector (UTXO Layer 2), and Nexus (EVM Layer 2), Apex Fusion not only unifies fragmented networks but also pioneers philanthropy through its SPO Charity Program. This initiative diverts staking rewards from network validators directly into global charitable causes.
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2 weeks ago | 
hackernoon.com | Ishan Pandey
What does it take to stay profitable in crypto mining today? With volatile markets, rising energy costs, and ever-tightening margins, the mining landscape has shifted. Amid this, NiceHash has introduced what it claims to be the world’s first mainstream Scrypt mining firmware, aiming to provide a fresh edge to miners focusing on altcoins like Litecoin (LTC) and Dogecoin (DOGE).
