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What is the Metaverse and how does it work?
Over the past five years, the term “metaverse” has become firmly rooted in people’s minds. It is actively used in the movie industry, games, and blockchain. Some corporations work on creating metaverses, and even states are interested in this phenomenon. So, what is a metaverse, and how does it work within the blockchain? 
What are wrapped tokens and why do you need them?
Due to the impossibility of using a token based on one blockchain in applications built on another blockchain, cryptocurrency owners need a wrapped token. In this article, we will tell you about a wrapped token, its mechanism, possible applications, “pitfalls”, how it differs from a stablecoin, and what cross-chain bridge technology has to do with it. 
What is crypto mining and why is it difficult to mine bitcoin?
Mining is the process of getting cryptocurrencies, behind which lies ensuring the blockchain operation. How does mining work? How can you get involved in mining coins without having expensive equipment? And why is it impossible for one person to mine bitcoin? Blockchain hard fork: why split the network into two chains?
A hard fork is a blockchain code update that splits the network into several independent chains. When is this tool used, what are typical examples of hard forks, and what is a soft fork? Read our new article to get answers to these questions. Solana Shutdown: ecosystem compromised with millions of dollars
The hack marathon continues with the Solana blockchain being the latest victim. Solana went through a four-hour crash because of a blockchain processing transaction bug. Approximately 8,000 web-connected hot wallets were compromised and drained with an estimated loss of $8m. The source of the hack remains unknown. 
Anchor Protocol - the DeFi project from the founders of Terra
An analysis of the fateful Anchor Protocol project developed by the founders of the failed blockchain. How did the protocol attract investors, how did it affect the growth of UST and LUNA? Most importantly: why did the Anchor Protocol lead to Terra’s collapse? 
