Blockchain

The Importance of Schnorr Signatures

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While layer 2 solutions are emerging and receiving increasing attention in the blockchain community, it is equally important to focus on base-layer solutions, which have the potential to significantly expand the operational capacity of the network. One of the most promising innovations in layer 1 are Schnorr signatures. In the next few lines, we will elaborate on their functions and advantages.

Blockchain

The attack on Mt. Gox

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In 2014, a significant incident changed the course of cryptocurrencies forever. Mt. Gox, the biggest Bitcoin exchange at that time, was hit by a cyber attack that resulted in a theft of cryptocurrencies worth half a billion dollars. This disaster had a profound impact on the whole cryptocurrency ecosystem.