Dora Noda
Software Engineer
Dora Noda is a Software Engineer writing about Web3 infrastructure, blockchain networks, and self-hosting.
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Aptos vs. Sui: A Panoramic Analysis of Two Move-Based Giants
A comprehensive analysis of Aptos and Sui, two leading Layer-1 blockchains built on the Move language, exploring their unique paths, technical architectures, and market strategies.

BVNK Company Research Report
An in-depth analysis of BVNK, a fintech company revolutionizing stablecoin payment infrastructure with innovative solutions for global fund flow and seamless integration of fiat and digital assets.

Rollups-as-a-Service in 2025: OP, ZK, Arbitrum Orbit, Polygon CDK, and zkSync Hyperchains
An in-depth analysis of Rollups-as-a-Service frameworks in 2025, comparing Optimism's OP Stack, zkSync's ZK Stack, Arbitrum Orbit, and Polygon CDK. Explore their modular architectures, data availability options, and developer experiences in scaling Ethereum.

EIP-7702 After Pectra: A Practical Playbook for Ethereum App Developers
Learn how Ethereum's EIP-7702, introduced in the Pectra upgrade, simplifies smart-account UX for developers by allowing EOAs to mount smart-contract logic without changing addresses.

Ethereum's P2P Network: Why a Bigger Pool Isn't Always Safer
This article examines the inefficiencies and security vulnerabilities in Ethereum's Global Network, challenging the notion that a larger P2P network is inherently safer. It explores research findings that highlight the need for a more organized network architecture to enhance discovery efficiency and security.

Programmable Privacy in Blockchain: Off‑Chain Compute with On‑Chain Verification
Explore how programmable privacy in blockchain leverages Fully Homomorphic Encryption and Zero-Knowledge Coprocessors to enable secure off-chain computation with on-chain verification, addressing privacy challenges like MEV attacks and sensitive data exposure.

User Pain Points with RiseWorks: A Comprehensive Analysis
Explore the key user pain points with RiseWorks, a global payroll platform, as experienced by HR professionals, freelancers, startups, and businesses. This analysis covers onboarding challenges, pricing models, customer support issues, and the platform's features and functionality.

Verifiable On-Chain AI with zkML and Cryptographic Proofs
Explore how zkML and cryptographic proofs enable verifiable AI on blockchain, ensuring trust and privacy without revealing sensitive data. Learn about the mechanisms and implications for decentralized applications.

Ethereum's Anonymity Myth: How Researchers Unmasked 15% of Validators
A recent study reveals a significant privacy flaw in Ethereum's network, exposing 15% of validators' IP addresses. This article examines the vulnerability, its implications for network security, and potential mitigations to protect validator anonymity.