Dora Noda
Software Engineer
Dora Noda is a Software Engineer writing about Web3 infrastructure, blockchain networks, and self-hosting.
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From Ethereum Treasury to Jet Engines: Inside ETHZilla's $12 Million Bet on Aviation Tokenization
ETHZilla's bold $12 million investment in jet engines marks a significant shift in corporate crypto strategy, highlighting the potential of real-world asset tokenization in the aviation industry.
The Rise of MCP: Transforming AI and Blockchain Integration
The Model Context Protocol (MCP) is revolutionizing AI and blockchain integration, enabling autonomous AI agents to interact with blockchain systems seamlessly. Discover how MCP is becoming the backbone for AI-driven blockchain applications and its implications for the future of decentralized computing.
The SEC's Crypto ETF Revolution: Navigating the New Era of Digital Asset Investment
The SEC's recent rule change has accelerated the approval process for crypto ETFs, leading to a surge in filings and potential market saturation. Explore the implications of this regulatory shift and what it means for the future of digital asset investment.
ETHGas and the Future of Ethereum Blockspace: Introducing the $GWEI Token
ETHGas revolutionizes Ethereum's fee system with the $GWEI token and blockspace derivatives, offering a new way to manage gas costs and hedge against volatility. Discover how this innovative approach could transform blockchain operations and user experience.
BTCFi Reality Check: Why Bitcoin L2s Lost 74% of TVL While Babylon Captured Nearly Everything
Bitcoin DeFi faces a stark reality as L2 TVL plummets by 74% in 2025, while Babylon emerges as the dominant force, capturing 78% of the market. Explore the challenges and future of BTCFi amidst declining trust and infrastructure issues.
The Big Five Go Banking: How Circle, Ripple, BitGo, Paxos, and Fidelity Are Rewriting the Crypto-Wall Street Relationship
Circle, Ripple, BitGo, Paxos, and Fidelity have received national trust bank charters, marking a pivotal shift in crypto's integration with Wall Street. This move signals a new era of regulatory acceptance and operational expansion for digital assets in the banking sector.
The Staking ETF Revolution: How 7% Yields Are Reshaping Institutional Crypto
Staking ETFs are transforming institutional crypto investments by offering competitive yields and regulatory clarity. Discover how 7% returns are attracting hedge funds and pension funds, reshaping the landscape of digital assets.
The Trove Markets Scandal: How a $10M Token Dump Exposed the Dark Side of Permissionless Perps
The Trove Markets scandal reveals critical vulnerabilities in permissionless DeFi protocols, as a $10 million token dump raises questions about governance, accountability, and the integrity of decentralized finance.
Aave Crosses $50 Billion TVL: How the Largest DeFi Lending Protocol is Becoming a Bank
In January 2026, Aave achieved a milestone by surpassing $50 billion in total value locked, rivaling traditional banks. This article explores Aave's journey, regulatory challenges, and its ambitious roadmap targeting $100 billion in deposits by year-end.