Bitcoin Secured Networks – Leveraging Bitcoin Security for New Chains
Introduction Bitcoin’s economic security and decentralization have long been confined to its native blockchain. Now, through Babylon’s innovative Bitcoin staking protocol,...
Brady | December 6, 2024
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Story Protocol First Look: Bringing IP on-chain
Intellectual property is one of the largest asset classes in the world and also among the best equipped to expand...
Luke Streckenbach | October 22, 2024
Research
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Figment’s Q3 2024 Solana Validator Report
This report covers Figment’s main Solana validator and its activity throughout July, August, and September 2024. On Solana, we are...
Brady | October 9, 2024
Solana
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Figment’s Digital Asset Sidebar V3 Recap
Last week, Figment was delighted to host the third installment of our Digital Assets Sidebar in the heart of Singapore....
Max Webster-Dowsing | September 25, 2024
News
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River Protocol First Look: Redefining Online Communities
River Protocol’s aim is to redefine online community membership through a novel L2-based messaging protocol. By combining elements of popular...
Luke Streckenbach | September 16, 2024
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Babylon’s Bitcoin Staking Contract Explained
Bitcoin is a proof-of-work blockchain without smart contract capabilities, making it extremely challenging to build native apps without the use...
Colton Campbell | September 12, 2024
Babylon Chain
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Babylon Mainnet: Everything BTC Stakers Need to Know
Key Points: Babylon Chain goes live on mainnet on August 22 Mainnet will begin with a points system for staking...
Drake Breeding | August 19, 2024
Babylon Chain
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Figment’s Q2 2024 Solana Validator Report
This report covers Figment’s main Solana validator and its activity throughout the months of April, May, and June in 2024....
Brady | July 18, 2024
Solana
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Simplifying Staking Data: How Figment’s API Streamlines Blockchain Insights
Why Does Staking Data Matter? Staking data plays a crucial role across many actors in the crypto space. Crypto funds...
Colton Campbell | July 17, 2024
Research
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ETH Staking Security: How Risk-Adjusted Rewards Mitigate Forked Software Threats
As Ethereum stakers navigate the landscape of staking rewards, it is crucial to understand Figment’s definition of risk-adjusted rewards and...
Benjamin Thalman | June 28, 2024
Ethereum
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BabylonChain First Look: Revolutionizing Bitcoin Staking and Security
What is BabylonChain? BabylonChain is a new scaling solution and shared secure marketplace for Bitcoin. BabylonChain introduces a novel form...
Drake Breeding | June 24, 2024
Babylon Chain
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Figment’s Q1 2024 Ethereum Validator Report
This report covers all of Figment’s Ethereum validators that were active throughout the months of January, February, and March in...
Brady | April 25, 2024
Ethereum
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Q1 2024: A Quarter of Growth and Innovation at Figment
The first three months of 2024 brought new milestones, products, and building out our global team. Our team launched new...
Max Webster-Dowsing | April 25, 2024
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A Look into The Upcoming Bitcoin Halving & Bitcoin Layer 2s
Basics of Bitcoin Bitcoin operates on a decentralized network of computers, leveraging the power of blockchain technology. This setup ensures...
Brady | April 17, 2024
Research
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EigenLayer Mainnet Launch and Figment’s Strategic Support: A Move Forward for Ethereum Restaking
EigenLayer’s mainnet is now live, introducing the first-ever implementation of restaking on Ethereum. This launch enables ETH stakers to secure...
Figment | April 9, 2024
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The Ultimate Guide to SOC 2 Compliance & Certifications
At Figment, achieving the SOC 2 Certification was a major milestone in reinforcing our commitment to data security and enhancing...
Max Webster-Dowsing | April 1, 2024
Research
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Ledger and Figment Collaborate to Launch Ethereum Staking in Ledger Live
Key Highlights: Ledger Live users can now securely and easily stake ETH with Figment through the app in the Discover...
Figment | March 28, 2024
News
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Figment’s Digital Asset Sidebar V2 Recap
Last week, Figment proudly hosted the second installment of our Digital Asset Sidebar in the heart of London. Positioned to...
Max Webster-Dowsing | March 26, 2024
News
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EigenDA Launch: What Ethereum Stakers Need to Know
In the dynamic world of blockchain technology, understanding the evolving landscape is crucial for stakeholders. Scalability on Ethereum is about...
Max Webster-Dowsing | March 25, 2024
Research
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The Nakamoto Release: A New Era for Stacks and Bitcoin
For stakers and Bitcoin enthusiasts alike, this piece aims to demystify the intricacies of the Nakamoto Release, exploring its potential...
Brady | March 18, 2024
Research
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Figment’s EigenLayer Public Offering for Restaking
What is EigenLayer? EigenLayer is the first implementation of restaking on Ethereum. It allows those staking Ether (ETH) to secure...
Benjamin Thalman | February 9, 2024
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Berachain: First Look
What is Berachain? Berachain is a new DeFi-focused Layer 1 blockchain designed to better align validators and stakers with applications...
Drake Breeding | January 31, 2024
Research
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Figment Announces Support for Concordium
We are excited to announce support for Concordium. Concordium stands out as a unique blockchain platform with several key features...
Figment | January 30, 2024
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Figment’s Take On Ethereum Execution Layer Strategies
To reduce risks for our customers and support the overall health of the Ethereum network, Figment will substitute Geth with...
Max Webster-Dowsing | January 26, 2024
Ethereum
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Figment’s Q4 2023 Ethereum Validator Report
This report covers all of Figment’s Ethereum validators that were active throughout the months of October, November, and December in...
Brady | January 16, 2024
Research
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Figment’s Outlook for 2024: ETFs, ETPs, Staking, ETH Innovations & More
As we step into 2024, the blockchain and cryptocurrency industry is undergoing rapid and transformative changes. This year is poised...
Max Webster-Dowsing | January 4, 2024
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The Ultimate Guide to How Staking Rewards are Calculated in Crypto
What are Staking Rewards? Staking rewards refer to the rewards generated by cryptocurrency holders that stake their coins. This process...
Brady | December 14, 2023
Research
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Figment To Enable Bitcoin L2 Rewards with Upcoming Support of the Stacks Layer
We are excited to announce support for Stacks. Stacks is a smart contract platform and Layer 2 (L2) for Bitcoin....
Figment | December 6, 2023
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An Analysis: Maximum Extractable Value (MEV) Relay Strategies for Ethereum
This article was co-written by Reza Sabernia and Émerick Mary. Since the Merge, Proof-of-Stake (PoS) Ethereum has grown significantly, with...
Reza Sabernia | November 16, 2023
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Figment App: Liquid Collective Staking Guide
Liquid Staking is not currently available for US customers. Liquid Collective is an enterprise-grade liquid staking protocol. The first token...