Dora Noda
Software Engineer
Dora Noda is a Software Engineer writing about Web3 infrastructure, blockchain networks, and self-hosting.
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Polymarket × Kaito Attention Markets: When Betting on Social Mindshare Becomes a Financial Primitive
Polymarket and Kaito AI introduce 'Attention Markets,' allowing users to wager on internet trends and social sentiment, transforming human attention into a tradeable asset on the blockchain.
Ripple's $750M Share Buyback at $50B Valuation: Why Crypto's Most Aggressive Empire-Builder Is Staying Private
Ripple's $750M share buyback at a $50B valuation signals a strategic move to consolidate its infrastructure empire while staying private, highlighting its aggressive acquisition strategy and institutional finance ambitions.
The $35 Billion Collision: Securitize's Wall Street IPO vs. Ondo's Permissionless Revolt in the Race to Tokenize Everything
In 2026, the tokenization market has surged past $35 billion, with Securitize and Ondo Finance leading opposing strategies in this financial revolution. Explore how these companies are shaping the future of finance and the implications for institutional and global investors.
SEC-CFTC 'Project Crypto' Joint Framework: The Decade-Long Jurisdictional War Is Finally Over
The SEC and CFTC have ended their jurisdictional battle with a historic agreement, creating a unified framework for digital asset oversight that clarifies regulatory rules for the crypto industry.
Solana's P-Token Just Passed: Why a 98% Compute Cut Changes Everything for On-Chain Finance
Solana's governance approval of SIMD-0266 introduces the P-Token, reducing compute units by 98% and revolutionizing on-chain finance with enhanced efficiency and scalability.
Solana's Stablecoin Volume Surpasses Ethereum: The Settlement Layer Flip Nobody Predicted
Solana has emerged as the leading settlement layer for stablecoin transactions, surpassing Ethereum and Tron. This shift highlights Solana's technical advantages and its growing role in global digital payments.
The Rise of Stablecoin-Linked Card Spending: A $35 Trillion Opportunity
Stablecoin-linked card spending surged to $4.5 billion in 2025, highlighting a shift in consumer preference towards seamless crypto payments. This article explores the infrastructure maturity driving this growth, Visa and Mastercard's strategic moves, and the potential $35 trillion market opportunity.
Stablecoins Win AI Finance by Default: Why Programmable Dollar Rails Beat Every Alternative
AI agents are transforming fintech by adopting stablecoins like USDC as the default infrastructure for autonomous commerce, bypassing traditional financial systems. Discover how protocols like x402 enable seamless micropayments and why stablecoins are becoming essential in the evolving landscape of AI-driven transactions.
Tether's $4.2B Global Freeze Network: How USDT Became Crypto's Shadow Law Enforcement Arm
Tether has transformed from a stablecoin issuer to a key player in global financial crime enforcement, freezing $4.2 billion in USDT linked to criminal activities. This article explores Tether's proactive approach, its collaboration with law enforcement, and the implications of the GENIUS Act on stablecoin regulation.