Ethereum, the second largest blockchain-based platform by market cap, is tentatively scheduled to convert its consensus mechanism from proof-of-work (PoW), which incentivizes miners to solve mathematical puzzles to update the...more
The Metaverse is an immersive world combining virtual reality and augmented reality, where users are represented by avatars and roam virtual spaces. It comprises a variety of platforms and environments that can be explored,...more
4/21/2022
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The ICO boom in 2017 brings with it questions of jurisdiction and compliance, and a need for further guidance -
The benefits of ICOs in raising capital, as well as in providing a marketing push for a new business model,...more
11/3/2017
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