Stepping into the World of IlluviumAs I continue my journey exploring GameFi and Web3 in video gaming, Illuvium caught my attention like no other. Imagine this: you're a space explorer who's crash-landed in a mysterious world. Your mission? Capture powerful creatures, known as Illuvials, to survive. This setup hooked me from the start, blending an RPG with a strategic auto-battler in an intriguing way.My Adventures Across Illuvium's Diverse LandsThe game unfolds in seven unique...

Stepping into the World of IlluviumAs I continue my journey exploring GameFi and Web3 in video gaming, Illuvium caught my attention like no other. Imagine this: you're a space explorer who's crash-landed in a mysterious world. Your mission? Capture powerful creatures, known as Illuvials, to survive. This setup hooked me from the start, blending an RPG with a strategic auto-battler in an intriguing way.My Adventures Across Illuvium's Diverse LandsThe game unfolds in seven unique...

Shrapnel: The Game"Shrapnel" is making waves as one of Web3's most eagerly awaited first-person shooters. Its world is set in 2044, an Earth frequently bombarded by meteors, creating a visually striking and cinematic environment. The game is powered by Unreal Engine 5, promising a futuristic and visually appealing experience beyond the traditional gritty shooter aesthetics.Gameplay ExperienceThe gameplay in "Shrapnel" is intense and immersive. As players navigate the Abandoned Calloway C...

Shrapnel: The Game"Shrapnel" is making waves as one of Web3's most eagerly awaited first-person shooters. Its world is set in 2044, an Earth frequently bombarded by meteors, creating a visually striking and cinematic environment. The game is powered by Unreal Engine 5, promising a futuristic and visually appealing experience beyond the traditional gritty shooter aesthetics.Gameplay ExperienceThe gameplay in "Shrapnel" is intense and immersive. As players navigate the Abandoned Calloway C...

The JediSwap Philosophy Imagine a platform where everyone has a voice, where the community drives innovation - that's JediSwap. More than just a decentralized Automated Market Maker (AMM), it's a testament to the power of collective effort in the blockchain realm. Operating on StarkNet, JediSwap embodies a vision where decentralization is deeply ingrained, not just superficially acknowledged​​. Ambitious Mission: Redefining Crypto Standards JediSwap isn't aiming for the stars; ...

The JediSwap Philosophy Imagine a platform where everyone has a voice, where the community drives innovation - that's JediSwap. More than just a decentralized Automated Market Maker (AMM), it's a testament to the power of collective effort in the blockchain realm. Operating on StarkNet, JediSwap embodies a vision where decentralization is deeply ingrained, not just superficially acknowledged​​. Ambitious Mission: Redefining Crypto Standards JediSwap isn't aiming for the stars; ...

HashStack's debut in the decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem signals a potential shift in the dynamics of crypto lending. By allowing borrowers to leverage up to five times their collateral, HashStack's Open protocol, built on StarkNet L2, challenges the norms set by its contemporaries like Compound, Aave, and MakerDao. Innovative Borrowing Mechanism The platform's user-centric approach shines through its borrowing mechanism. The ease of obtaining and deploying loans across ...

HashStack's debut in the decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem signals a potential shift in the dynamics of crypto lending. By allowing borrowers to leverage up to five times their collateral, HashStack's Open protocol, built on StarkNet L2, challenges the norms set by its contemporaries like Compound, Aave, and MakerDao. Innovative Borrowing Mechanism The platform's user-centric approach shines through its borrowing mechanism. The ease of obtaining and deploying loans across ...

Synthetix V3 marks a pivotal moment for the protocol, undergoing a complete transformation to become a permissionless derivatives liquidity platform. This revamp isn't just a few tweaks here and there; it's a complete overhaul from the ground up, aiming to become a foundational layer of liquidity for any derivatives market imaginable​​. The Essence of Synthetix Synthetix stands as a decentralized liquidity layer on Ethereum and Optimism, powering some of the most innovative protocol...

Synthetix V3 marks a pivotal moment for the protocol, undergoing a complete transformation to become a permissionless derivatives liquidity platform. This revamp isn't just a few tweaks here and there; it's a complete overhaul from the ground up, aiming to become a foundational layer of liquidity for any derivatives market imaginable​​. The Essence of Synthetix Synthetix stands as a decentralized liquidity layer on Ethereum and Optimism, powering some of the most innovative protocol...

StarkNet's journey towards scaling Ethereum has taken a significant leap with the Alpha V0.12.0 update, colloquially known as "Quantum Leap." This version marks a substantial stride in performance and scalability, addressing throughput and latency effectively. The development resulted from a year-long collaboration between StarkWare and LambdaClass, reflecting a concerted effort to enhance StarkNet’s capabilities​​.Key Features of Quantum Leap10x Throughput Increase: Quantum Leap has ach...

StarkNet's journey towards scaling Ethereum has taken a significant leap with the Alpha V0.12.0 update, colloquially known as "Quantum Leap." This version marks a substantial stride in performance and scalability, addressing throughput and latency effectively. The development resulted from a year-long collaboration between StarkWare and LambdaClass, reflecting a concerted effort to enhance StarkNet’s capabilities​​.Key Features of Quantum Leap10x Throughput Increase: Quantum Leap has ach...

What's Cooking in the Contango Kitchen? Contango, in its essence, is a decentralized protocol offering a unique derivative product known as cPerps (Contango perps). This platform has creatively harnessed the power of both spot and money markets to automate the process of looping, a method previously used manually in DeFi for leveraging exposure to assets​​​​. The Magic of Minimal Price Impact One of the most striking features of Contango is its ability to offer minimal price impact by ag...

What's Cooking in the Contango Kitchen? Contango, in its essence, is a decentralized protocol offering a unique derivative product known as cPerps (Contango perps). This platform has creatively harnessed the power of both spot and money markets to automate the process of looping, a method previously used manually in DeFi for leveraging exposure to assets​​​​. The Magic of Minimal Price Impact One of the most striking features of Contango is its ability to offer minimal price impact by ag...

My sixth exploration in this series takes a dive into the Braavos Wallet, an integral component of this landscape. With a nod to simplicity and sophistication, let's embark on a journey to understand how Braavos Wallet is more than just a storage space for digital currencies. The Starknet Companion Braavos Wallet, specifically designed for Starknet, positions itself as the go-to choice for enthusiasts diving into the Starknet ecosystem. What sets it apart is its focus on guiding new user...

My sixth exploration in this series takes a dive into the Braavos Wallet, an integral component of this landscape. With a nod to simplicity and sophistication, let's embark on a journey to understand how Braavos Wallet is more than just a storage space for digital currencies. The Starknet Companion Braavos Wallet, specifically designed for Starknet, positions itself as the go-to choice for enthusiasts diving into the Starknet ecosystem. What sets it apart is its focus on guiding new user...

Argent and Starknet: A Match Made in Crypto Heaven Argent's integration into the Starknet ecosystem represents a significant step forward in the world of crypto wallets. By harnessing the power of Starknet's Layer 2 scaling solution, Argent offers a blend of efficiency and user-friendliness that sets new standards in the digital wallet domain. This integration not only enhances transaction speeds and reduces costs but also opens up new possibilities for advanced features and securit...

Argent and Starknet: A Match Made in Crypto Heaven Argent's integration into the Starknet ecosystem represents a significant step forward in the world of crypto wallets. By harnessing the power of Starknet's Layer 2 scaling solution, Argent offers a blend of efficiency and user-friendliness that sets new standards in the digital wallet domain. This integration not only enhances transaction speeds and reduces costs but also opens up new possibilities for advanced features and securit...

Today, I'm combining my ongoing series on Starknet with my exploration of the frontiers of gamefi and Web 3 in video games. In this special edition, we dive into the world of Influence, a space strategy sandbox MMO that’s captivated me since its early access days.Welcome to AdaliaInfluence is set in the asteroid belt of the Adalia system, marking humanity’s new home after Earth's demise. This space strategy MMO, developed by Unstoppable Games on the sandbox platform, revolves around...

Today, I'm combining my ongoing series on Starknet with my exploration of the frontiers of gamefi and Web 3 in video games. In this special edition, we dive into the world of Influence, a space strategy sandbox MMO that’s captivated me since its early access days.Welcome to AdaliaInfluence is set in the asteroid belt of the Adalia system, marking humanity’s new home after Earth's demise. This space strategy MMO, developed by Unstoppable Games on the sandbox platform, revolves around...

Ekubo Protocol stands out in the crowded DeFi landscape with its innovative implementation of concentrated liquidity and a singleton architecture, specifically tailored for Starknet's unique framework. Its goal is to optimize both swapper execution and liquidity provider returns, a lofty ambition in the competitive world of AMMs​​. The Core Features of EkuboGas Efficiency: Utilizing a "till" pattern and a singleton design, Ekubo provides highly efficient trades against concentrated liqui...

Ekubo Protocol stands out in the crowded DeFi landscape with its innovative implementation of concentrated liquidity and a singleton architecture, specifically tailored for Starknet's unique framework. Its goal is to optimize both swapper execution and liquidity provider returns, a lofty ambition in the competitive world of AMMs​​. The Core Features of EkuboGas Efficiency: Utilizing a "till" pattern and a singleton design, Ekubo provides highly efficient trades against concentrated liqui...

Diving into the Cosmos of StarHeroes Delving into the world of StarHeroes, I've had the chance to get hands-on experience with this unique third-person space shooter (TPS). My journey through its early access phase,limited to ranked mode, offered an eye-opening glimpse into what seems like a groundbreaking fusion of traditional gaming thrills and innovative blockchain mechanics. Let's navigate through the stars and see what makes StarHeroes stand out in the galaxy of gaming.Personal...

Diving into the Cosmos of StarHeroes Delving into the world of StarHeroes, I've had the chance to get hands-on experience with this unique third-person space shooter (TPS). My journey through its early access phase,limited to ranked mode, offered an eye-opening glimpse into what seems like a groundbreaking fusion of traditional gaming thrills and innovative blockchain mechanics. Let's navigate through the stars and see what makes StarHeroes stand out in the galaxy of gaming.Personal...