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The Protocol: Solana’s Allure for Devs; Avalanche’s Big Upgrade
Welcome to The Protocol, CoinDesk's weekly wrap-up of the most important stories in cryptocurrency tech development. I'm Marc Hochstein, CoinDesk's deputy editor-in-chief for features, opinion and standards.In this issue:Solana was the biggest draw for new crypto developers in 2024No wonder: Solana's transaction volume is off the chartsCoinbase alums take next step toward no-code blockchain developmentKraken’s 'Ink' layer-2 goes liveAvalanche activates biggest-ever upgradeEthereum's ENS picks Consensys' tech for its L2Bitcoin's Stacks L2 gets an automated market maker for RunesMost Influential 2024: EigenLayer's Sreeram KannanThis article is featured in the latest issue of The Protocol, our weekly newsletter exploring the tech behind crypto, one block at a time. Sign up here to get it in your inbox every Wednesday.Network NewsNEW DEVS ❤️SOLANA:...
Ohio Representative Proposes Bitcoin Reserve Act
The Ohio Bitcoin Reserve Act seeks to incorporate bitcoin into the state’s financial reserves while diversifying its investment portfolio. Rep. Merrin Wants Bitcoin in Ohio’s State Treasury Ohio State Representative, Derek Merrin has introduced the Ohio Bitcoin Reserve Act, a legislative bill granting the state treasury the authority to invest in bitcoin (BTC). This billSource link
Bitwise Launches Solana Staking Product in Germany as US ETF Hopes Grow
Crypto asset manager Bitwise has launched a Solana staking ETP in Germany while American investors await the U.S. equivalent.Source link
‘Christmas Tree’ Funding Bill in Congress Includes Gifts for Crypto Industry
A crypto-related measure is tucked within a 1,547-page stopgap bill to keep the U.S. government funded into 2025. Here's what it would do.Source link
Roam Surpasses One Million WiFi Nodes and Unveils 2025 Roadmap
PRESS RELEASE. December 18, 2024 – Roam, the leader of decentralized global open wireless network, announced a major milestone today: the Roam Network has surpassed 1 million active WiFi nodes, supported by over 1.7 million registered users across 190+ countries and regions. This achievement highlights Roam’s continued success in delivering innovative solutions to create aSource link