UPDATE: Solana is out of beta and now fully available! Exciting news for Solana developers! Pinax has launched Firehose and Substreams endpoints for Solana. Why this matters Solana’s high-speed and low-cost transactions make it a prime platform for decentralized applications (dApps). However, accessing and processing the vast amounts of data generated by the network can be a challenge. Pinax’s new…
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TL;DR: The open discussion focused on Blast, an Ethereum L2 based on the OP Stack:- Blast offers native yield for ETH and stablecoins, automatically rebasing account balances.- Gas revenue sharing allows dApps to claim gas fees spent on their contracts.- Running a Blast node is similar to other OP Stack chains, with some specific requirements and considerations. Opening remarks Hello…
From Web 2.0 to web3: a beginner’s guide to the internet’s next chapter. TL;DR: Web3 represents the next evolution of the internet, emphasizing decentralization, user data ownership, and transparency. Built on blockchain technology, it aims to shift control from big tech companies to individual users. While still developing, web3 promises a more democratic and secure internet experience, with applications in…
The Graph Builders Office Hours #50 featured a subgraph showcase highlighting new and upcoming features. TL;DR: Learn about the latest advancements in subgraph technology, including timeseries aggregations, indexed argument filtering, and parallelized ETH calls, while also discussing the future potential of modular, reusable subgraphs and improvements to IPFS robustness within The Graph ecosystem. The Graph ecosystem is evolving rapidly, offering…
Use subgraphs, Substreams, and APIs from Pinax. Blockchain technology holds promise as a neutral layer of the internet. Web3 is a place where code establishes trust without intermediaries. Bitcoin, Ethereum, and others have delivered on a piece of this promise. Blockchains store data immutably across countless decentralized nodes. However, direct access to this blockchain data can be complex and resource-intensive….
Pinax helped The Graph engage with conference participants and promote the power of the protocol. On August 16–18, 2024, ETH Shenzhen gathered web3 developers, enthusiasts, and cutting-edge project teams to explore the future of the Ethereum ecosystem. The event was co-hosted by OpenBuild (@OpenBuildxyz), the Shenzhen University Blockchain Association, and Panta Rhei (@0xpantarhei). ETH Shenzhen aimed to connect, inspire, and…
The Graph, Pinax, and POP Planet hosted the event for devs to share blockchain indexing techniques. On June 23, 2024, The Graph, Pinax, and POP Planet (POPP) co-hosted a private event in Chengdu, Sichuan, China, focusing on technology sharing for web3 developers. Industry professionals, including code engineers and operations staff, were invited. Empowering web3 creators The event aimed to share…
TL;DR: Substreams-powered subgraphs offer a revolutionary leap in blockchain data indexing, enabling faster, scalable, and more efficient development of decentralized applications. Blockchain data indexing is faster and more scalable with Substreams-powered subgraphs. This revolutionary technology helps developers create decentralized apps with greater efficiency. In this post, which covers a recent Builders Office Hour, you’ll discover what happens when we add…
TL;DR: Tenderize offers liquid staking solutions on The Graph, ensuring your crypto stays liquid and works for you, thanks to innovative tools that stabilize liquidity and decentralize validator selection. Tenderize is a liquid staking protocol where you can stake crypto and receive staking rewards without locking your deposit. Read on to discover more about Tenderize, its approach, and its connection…
TL;DR: Learn the skills that you will need as a developer making the transition from Web 2.0 to web3. Software development is a rapidly evolving landscape of tools and techniques, where the next groundbreaking technology could consist of only a few lines of code. To compete, developers must keep up with new software and technical skills. Blockchain technology and web3…