Dora Noda
Software Engineer
Dora Noda is a Software Engineer writing about Web3 infrastructure, blockchain networks, and self-hosting.
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Somnia Layer-1 Blockchain Deep Dive: 1M TPS and sub-second finality
Explore the groundbreaking innovations of Somnia, an EVM-compatible Layer-1 blockchain, designed for extreme performance with over 1,000,000 TPS and sub-second finality. Discover its unique MultiStream Consensus, accelerated execution, IceDB storage engine, and advanced networking solutions.
Stablecoins Meet RWA: How Multi-Chain Infrastructure Is Building the 24/7 Institutional Settlement Layer
The convergence of stablecoins and tokenized real-world assets is forming a unified settlement infrastructure, reshaping institutional finance. Explore how multi-chain protocols are enabling 24/7 institutional clearing systems, with key players like BlackRock and Circle leading the charge.
Tempo Blockchain: How Stripe and Paradigm Are Rebuilding the $190T Settlement Layer
Tempo, the payment-first Layer-1 blockchain incubated by Stripe and Paradigm, launched its mainnet in March 2026 with ISO 20022 compliance, stablecoin-denominated gas fees, and the Machine Payment Protocol for AI agents — and it's gunning for the correspondent banking system.
Bitcoin Fails the Trade War Test: How Liberation Day Tariffs Shattered the Digital Gold Myth
When Liberation Day tariffs hit 50+ countries in April 2026, Bitcoin dropped 29% while gold surged 65% — exposing the critical difference between a monetary-crisis hedge and a kinetic-crisis safe haven, and what it means for crypto portfolio construction.
Vitalik's Quantum Wake-Up Call: Why Ethereum's Biggest Threat Isn't a Competitor — It's a Computer
Google's March 2026 paper cut the quantum threat timeline to 2029 — roughly 20x fewer qubits than expected to break ECDSA. Here's what Ethereum is building with leanXMSS, zkEVM, and EIP-8141, and what developers need to do before the window closes.
The End of Trusted Bridges: How Zero-Knowledge Proofs Are Rewriting Cross-Chain Security
Explore how zero-knowledge proofs are transforming cross-chain security by eliminating the need for trusted validators. Learn about the vulnerabilities of traditional bridge models and how ZK bridges offer a cryptographic solution to secure billions in digital assets.
The GENIUS Act: Transforming the Stablecoin Landscape
The GENIUS Act is set to revolutionize the stablecoin market by establishing a comprehensive federal framework. This article delves into the implications for banks, crypto firms, and fintech companies as they navigate the new regulatory landscape.
OKX Pay’s Vision: From Stablecoin Liquidity to Everyday Payments
Explore how OKX Pay is bridging the gap between stablecoin liquidity and everyday payments, with insights from key figures like Scotty James, Sam Liu, and Haider Rafique. Discover the strategic initiatives and partnerships driving this fintech innovation.
The Rise of AI Agents in DeFi: Transforming Finance While You Sleep
AI agents are revolutionizing decentralized finance by autonomously managing trades, portfolios, and risks, potentially unlocking $450 billion in economic value by 2028. Explore how this technology is reshaping the DeFi landscape and what it means for the future of finance.