Uniswap’s Unichain testnet is live, and mainnet is on its way, both with The Graph integration from day one, opening doors for unprecedented DeFi innovation. TL;DR: Unichain, a new Layer 2 blockchain built by Uniswap on the OP Stack, aims to revolutionize DeFi with near-instant transaction speeds and affordable fees. As an appchain specifically designed for DeFi, it features deep…
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TL;DR: The Graph is evolving to transform how we organize and verify on-chain information through knowledge graphs, enabling communities to collectively determine truth and organize knowledge in a decentralized way. Through new tools and standards like GRC-20, we’re moving toward a future where AI systems can access trusted, comprehensive data for training and decision-making. This transformation pushes us closer to…
Exciting news for Solana developers! Pinax has launched the beta version of its 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 endpoints aim to change that…
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…