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Layer 1 vs Layer 2 Blockchain Explained

The rapid growth in popularity of blockchain has revealed its weak spot - the scalability problem, which is based on the delicate balance between decentralization, security, and performance. In this article, we will look at how to address this scalability challenge using Layer 1 solutions, which modify the basic architecture of the protocol, and Layer 2 solutions, which increase transaction speed through secondary layers. Key Differences Between Layer 1 and Layer 2 Consensus

Mar 53 min read

Cross-Chain Liquidity: Overview

Understanding Cross-Chain Liquidity Definition and Meaning of Cross-Chain Liquidity What is cross chain liquidity? Essentially, it is a technology that enables the transfer or representation of assets across different blockchain networks. In a fragmented market, there are many liquidity providers, buyers, and sellers on various blockchain networks. Therefore, the volume that is tradable at a particular time is affected by these various networks. They allow liquidity to be pro

Mar 46 min read

DAC8 in the EU: Crypto Transactions Now Reported to Tax Authorities

The EU has applied total changes in how cryptocurrency transactions are monitored and taxed. Council Directive 2023/2226, widely known as DAC8, was adopted on 17 October 2023 and introduced obligations of mandatory reporting for crypto-asset service providers. Since January 1, 2026, brokers, exchanges, and custodians have to collect transaction data and share it with tax authorities in all member states. What DAC8 Is and Why It Matters With DAC8 explained practically, we can

Feb 64 min read

Icon.Partners at iGB Affiliate Barcelona 2026: what we saw on the ground

Our team visited iGB Affiliate 2026 last month, on 20–21 January, at Fira Barcelona Gran Via. The event brought together a lot of interesting people we were glad to meet: operators, affiliates, and service providers, all of them working across IGaming. This occurrence gave us a chance to see where the industry is actually heading. With our own eyes, behind the pitch decks. What caught our attention Partnership structures in iGaming and affiliate Most deals in this sphere stil

Feb 52 min read

All about Legalities of Stablecoins

Stablecoins, a game-changer for DeFi and strategic finance due to their price stability and role in facilitating transactions, are now a...

Sep 17, 20243 min read

Icon.Partners and Dexola presents. Part 2 of the "Web3 Regulation Talks"

In collaboration with Dexola , an advanced technology firm excelling in blockchain and AI, we're thrilled to continue exploring the...

Aug 27, 20241 min read

Risk Management for Web3 Startups

The emergence of Web3 and its decentralized technologies are reshaping how businesses operate. While this presents exciting new...

Aug 13, 20245 min read

Viacheslav Ustimenko to Speak at the World Conference on Web 3.0 & IOT in Frankfurt

We have delightful news! On September 16th, Viacheslav Ustimenko , our partner and Head of the Innovations Division, will speak at the World Conference on Web 3.0 & IOT in Frankfurt. Viacheslav Ustimenko will share the latest insights from his activities within Web3, talking about the transformative transition to a new era of the Internet that focuses on user empowerment and decentralization. He will describe his experience with the following projects like the White Lab

Jul 30, 20241 min read