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Steve Kamer

Crypto Bridges – Hacking Targets & Alternative Solutions

Crypto bridges are a tool that enables the use of assets on one blockchain on another without transferring or exchanging them, solving the interoperability problem between blockchains. However, this solution has become a popular target for hackers, with an estimated $2bn stolen from bridging solutions in 2022 alone. Crypto bridges can be classified into various categories, including asset-specific, chain-specific, application-specific, and generalized bridges, each with a specific purpose. They can also be classified by their security mechanism, including trusted, trustless, insured, and bonded bridges. While many crypto bridges use varying degrees of trustlessness, they present risks associated with smart contract risk, technology risk, censorship risk, custodial risk, collateral as a target, under-collateralization, and loss of collateral value. The rise of crypto bridge exploits has led to the need for improvement in security and reliability, with developers needing to accept responsibility and prioritize the protocol’s security over all other aspects.

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The Crypto Wallet

This article is part of the Blockchain Beginners Guide series and focuses on cryptocurrency wallets. It explains what wallets are, their purpose, and the different types available. The three main wallet types are online wallets, software wallets, and hardware wallets. The article explains the pros and cons of each type and provides recommendations for selecting a wallet. It also emphasizes the importance of private and public keys in accessing and managing digital assets. The article is written by Steve Kamer and includes visual aids.

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BizUnity – Bridging Web3 and Investors

We support Web3, Fintech and AI projects to streamline the fundraising process by reviewing their business model, advising on areas of improvement, and connecting them with a network of potential investors.

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Through our parent company, we can consult our clients and support them on their journey with advice, resources, and strategic partnerships.

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