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Sharing my concise checklist of tools for competitive analysis that I use daily. Read on HackerNoon >>

There’s an important question in the world of Web3 social: 👥 How do you replicate someone's reputation & digital identity? Rarify Labs, the PL Network team building the Rarimo protocol, found the solution in data transfer. Learn more in the latest Open Sources episode 👇 https://filec.org/3Z4cSIx

In this week's newsletter, we dive into the renewed growth of Base & we analyze some impressive statistics on its traction and how it leads to a more specialized layer 2 ecosystem. https://lnkd.in/d2bKZJMZ

Our latest edition of "SO WHAT? A Web3 Digest for Executives" breaks down two significant incidents - a fraud case and a hack - that has seen thousands of retail investors lose as much as $300 million. #JPEX, a crypto exchange that was popular in Hong Kong, is the target of authorities who allege it has defrauded retail investor users of around HK$1.3 billion, or US$166 million. In parallel, a Hong Kong-based decentralized network called #Mixin said it lost US$200 million to a hack—if the figures are correct, that is the largest crypto attack this year. Hong Kong's Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has been quick to respond with increased measures of transparency, and the move has been supported by a collective of HK Web3 leaders from Animoca Brands, Web3 Harbour, OSL, Stratford Finance, Matrixport, VSFG, Crypto Council for Innovation, WHub, and Nano Labs. Subscribe to #SOWHAT here: https://lnkd.in/grm8Qg8A Read South China Morning Post SCMP's coverage here: https://lnkd.in/dbp9rsqb Read the full statement by HK Web3 industry leaders here: https://lnkd.in/gzPAiJiX

In Chapter 1 of my new #scifi #webcomic The Last Blue Eagle, you'll find out that you don't have to be smart to be a super-villain. It's ready for you RIGHT NOW at timeldred.com!

At Cynopsis #BigTV conf, Travis Scoles explains the #JointIndustryCommittee (but also questions if calling it "JIC" [jick] is a good idea...) "It's buyers and sellers coming together to shepherd the evolution of measurement along and help it evolve so it works best for them (the biggest users): ...We want to dictate/ have input on currency and measurement, vs having it only be dictated by research companies." One element on that path is JIC's evaluation and certification of currency partners, such as Comscore, Inc. and iSpot.tv who just got certified.  Another element is creating a #firstparty #data infrastructure and a single place for a clear and clean version of that information.   #bigtvconference2023

Ever wondered how zk-SNARKs work their magic? 🤔 At a glance, zk-SNARKs create a compact proof that's a breeze to verify. The prover takes a computational problem, blends it with public parameters, and voilà – a proof is born 🔥 Moreover, the verifier can then use this proof, along with the public parameters, to verify the correctness of the statement without requiring any knowledge of the underlying data Explore the world of zk-SNARKs 👇 https://lnkd.in/d2BuG2gF

Want to get an idea of what you can do with dlt? Here's a good video explaining how to get started!

The blog article titled 'Unmasking the Hidden Truth: Why Critical Information May Be Withheld From You' delves into the pervasive issue of strategic information withholding, elucidating the illusion of transparency and the mechanics of control that shape our perception. It urges the nurturing of an inquisitive mindset, diversifying information sources, and advocating for legislative measures to fight back against manipulation, hinting at both threats and opportunities in the digital age. The article concludes on the note of demanding accountability and adapting to innovative technologies, fostering a conversation around navigating the complex landscape of information manipulation.

We created WinterGov —  A Delegate’s Tool for Governance! Being a delegate across multiple platforms, staying on top of all live on-chain votes is paramount, and that's why our research team built WinterGov. 📊 WinterGov is a Dune dashboard designed to help anyone keep track of live proposals they have not yet voted for. For delegates, it’s a great tool to make sure they’re not missing votes and, therefore, maintaining a high participation rate. The dashboard offers a comprehensive view of your recent voting activity, outcomes, and overall voting turnout. It tracks your on-chain voting participation rate right from the inception of the DAO and since you began voting. Additionally, WinterGov features a rolling 6-month on-chain participation rate, allowing you to monitor your recent performance and identify DAOs that may require more of your attention. The dashboard also displays a list of your delegators, their delegated voting power, and your overall distribution of delegated voting power. 📍 To start tracking your voting participation, go to: https://lnkd.in/dW8kf8uw Feel free to reach out to us with feedback or ideas for new features! #governance #dao #tracking #cryptocurrencies #defi #digitalassets