Hashed Emergent

One of Hashed Emergent's key focus areas is identifying technologies that address fundamental challenges in web3. In our latest blog post by Vikram Barandwal, we explore Data Verifiability Protocols (DVPs)—a transformative innovation that goes beyond traditional oracles to unlock web3’s full potential. Here's what we cover: - How DVPs provide trustless, scalable, and verifiable data bridging for web3 applications, addressing the limitations of traditional oracles. - A deep dive into the three core architectures—Proxy-based, MPC-based, and TEE-based—and the cryptographic innovations they leverage, including TLS, ZKP, and MPC. - Real-world use cases, from identity and onboarding to DePIN and tokenization, AI integrations, and prediction markets. DVPs are shaping the next wave of web3 innovation, unlocking secure and trustless applications across industries. Want to learn more? Dive deeper into our latest article here: https://lnkd.in/dzRNbCv9

India's emergence as a global web3 leader hinges on nurturing its vibrant talent pool. Tak Lee, CEO & Managing Partner at Hashed Emergent, shares expert insights in?The Economic Times on how India's innovators will shape the decentralised future. https://lnkd.in/gxwCUPwc

One of Hashed Emergent's focus areas has been assisting founders with their Token Generation Event (TGE). In our latest blog post by Ayush Ghiya and Arjun Mukherjee, we analyze eight notable airdrops and explore how user behavior impacts the success of token launches. Here’s a quick look at what you’ll find: ? Insights into user behaviors from major airdrops, including Ape, dYdX, Blur, ENS, Uniswap, EtherFi, Optimism, and Arbitrum. ? A breakdown of user types and their actions within the first 7 days, revealing who’s HODLing, selling, or accumulating tokens. ? Key case studies on Drift, Across Protocol, and Kamino that showcase how strategic decisions around airdrop timing and distribution can double market caps or boost long-term community engagement. Read the article here: https://lnkd.in/gF_5EgNt

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Hashed Night | ?? Kilifi #Kenya It was an absolute thrill to host 80+ builders, developers, founders, and African ecosystem partners at ETHSafari in Kenya last weekend. The energy was authentic as the builders, founders, and developers dove into incredible discussions. #HashedNight Hosting some of the best minds in the ecosystem from Lisk, Optimism Foundation, Starknet Foundation, Mode, Celo Foundation, NODO, Web3Bridge, #ethbelgrade and many more was an incredible experience. We were also joined by founders, and operators from leading web3 companies such as Yellow Card App, Finna Protocol , GamicHQ, Blockradar, Blocverse, among others, as well as VCs including Verdaventures, MiniPay fund, Emurgo-Kepple ventures. A major highlight for us was speaking with founders who are building Web3 projects aimed at addressing various socio-economic challenges across Africa. Engaging with these innovative minds and learning about their impactful solutions was a truly splendid experience. To wrap up the event on a high note, everyone was treated to a delightful dinner, providing the perfect opportunity to continue conversations and establish new connections.?

We’re excited to double down on our investment in LogX! As infrastructure scales, the application layer is set for transformation, and we’re excited to back Akshit Bordia, Anshu Agrawal and the LogX team in their journey to become the first on-chain consumer super app. LogX’s journey has been remarkable - evolving from perp aggregators to AMM pools and cross-chain trading with $20B+ in trading volume across 16+ networks to now building the ultimate DeFi SuperApp. LogX offers a seamless trading experience in perpetual markets, leveraged prediction markets, and more. Powered by The Arbitrum Foundation, Abacus Works and AltLayer, the LogX Network aggregates liquidity from top CEXs like Binance, Coinbase, and OKX, delivering limitless liquidity to DeFi consumers. The LogX Network Testnet has gained over 1 million users in less than a month and we believe they are just getting started!? For more details, do check out their roadmap here: - https://lnkd.in/dGYtvDYp

As we explore the potential for mass adoption of blockchains, particularly in emerging markets, a significant challenge remains the high costs associated with on-chain operations. In our recent blog post by Sharanya Sahai, we delve into several innovative solutions that have emerged to optimize blockchain cost structures, highlighting their evolution and potential impact on making blockchain technology more sustainable. Here are some of the key highlights from the article: Cost optimization initiatives can be categorized into three main areas: a) Layer 1 (L1) initiatives, b) Layer 2 (L2) initiatives, and c) Modular infrastructure initiatives. Together, these efforts have made meaningful progress in lowering the barriers to entry for on-chain transactions. While efforts by the Layer 1 (Ethereum) have always been part of the roadmap to reduce costs and bring mass adoption on chain, there is significant activity happening at the L2 stack level as all major rollup providers have launched their version of an interoperable “super chain” that can scale other chains. There has been ample innovation across the modular infrastructure stack to make blockchains more sustainable including shared sequencing, ZK proof aggregation, alternate data availability and settlement layers. The dynamic nature of the industry suggests that we will continue to see cost reductions as the technology matures. While running a chain has become more affordable, it’s essential for founders to conduct a thorough cost-benefit analysis before launching their own chain, especially when comparing the costs to traditional Web2 infrastructure. Read our blog here: https://lnkd.in/g4BaZRp7

Hashed Night | ??Kilifi #Kenya Heading to ETHSafari? We're excited to host you in an exclusive networking party in Kilifi.???? This exclusive networking party in Kilifi, hosted by Hashed Emergent, is the perfect place to connect, collaborate, with a vibrant mix of web3 startup founders, builders and investors for an evening of wine, snacks, and great music. It offers a relaxed setting to engage in meaningful conversations and build valuable connections after the busy EthSafari schedule. Don't miss this exclusive networking opportunity with active web3 builders and founders in the African web3 space. ?? 13th September 2024 ?? 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM (EAT) ?? Location: Kilifi Kenya (exact address to be shared upon approval). ?? Limited spots available! RSVP now to secure your place at this exclusive gathering. https://lu.ma/nq3wmyin

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Last weekend, we had an amazing evening hosting our inaugural Afterhours event in Africa in the lively city of Lagos, with Microtraction and #BuidlersAfrica. The founders who attended brought an incredible energy, making the evening a memorable one. One of the highlights of the evening, was listening briefly to several key players in the space who were also in attendance. Senator Ihenyen from Infusion Lawyers shared some insights on the navigating regulatory concerns, Offiong Isyah from Microtraction spoke on the current fundraising landscape, while Harrison Obiefule shared some community marketing tips for founders using #SuperteamNG as a case study. Some projects that were represented at the event: #BattledogsArena, #FinnaProtocol, ChatXBT protocol , GamicHQ Flincap , Blocverse, #clusttr_io Special thanks to all founders and key players who attended, and connected at the event. We look forward to more exciting networking and collaborations that would drive the growth of the web3 industry in Nigeria.