Crypto


Consensus Magazine

Rainbow Helps Users Slide Into the Crypto Economy

Crypto won’t find mass-market adoption until the most basic of apps, the wallet, is easy to understand and use. That’s why Rainbow, with its fun colors and emphasis on user-friendly design, is one of CoinDesk’s Projects to Watch 2023.

(Rachel Sun/CoinDesk)

Consensus Magazine

In the Ukraine War, Stellar Aid Assist Is Using Crypto to Give Mass Aid

The payment app that leverages stablecoins for fast and cheap transfer was designed to be user-friendly for trauma and disaster victims. That’s why Stellar Aid Assist is one of CoinDesk’s Projects to Watch 2023.

(Rachel Sun/CoinDesk)

Consensus Magazine

Thank Elon for Making the Use Case for Twitter Competitor Nostr

Crypto thrives online where bitcoin maxis can find – and maybe feud with – each other. But since Twitter went private, crypto advocates are seeing the value of censorship-resistant social media. That’s why Nostr is one of CoinDesk’s 2023 Projects to Watch.

Projects To Watch 2023: Nostr

Consensus Magazine

Lamina1 Is Building for the Open Metaverse

Co-founders – including the man who coined the word "metaverse" – envision the next iteration of Web3 to be interoperable, fair to artists and creators, and accessible to all. This expansive vision is why Lamina1 is one of CoinDesk’s Projects to Watch 2023.

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Consensus Magazine

Nansen Makes Sense of On-Chain Activity

Being able to spot trends in on-chain transactions gives users insight and information to navigate the cryptocurrency financial system. Making transparency practical is why Nansen is one of CoinDesk’s Projects to Watch 2023.

(Rachel Sun/CoinDesk)

Consensus Magazine

Shamba Network Sows the Future of Sustainable Agriculture in Africa

An ambitious startup tackles two of the world’s most intractable problems – climate change and financial inclusion – by using blockchain technology to share sophisticated data and insights with farmers in Kenya. That’s why Shamba Network is one of CoinDesk’s Projects to Watch 2023.

(Rachel Sun/CoinDesk)

Policy

UK’s New Technology Department to Tackle Country’s Metaverse, Web3 Strategy

The department will explore economic growth, investment and business opportunities in these areas, as well as implications on regulation.

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