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Bitcoin Bridging
Learn how other blockchains introduce vulnerabilities to Bitcoin users and how Mintlayer solves DeFi’s biggest attack surface.
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Bitcoin Nodes Explained
What are Bitcoin nodes, and what is their function?
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Bitcoin Mining Explained
What is Bitcoin mining? How does it work, and why is it necessary?
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May 2023 Mintlayer Development Update
Read this post for a full update of May’s development progress.
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Mintlayer ML Staking
Learn about our staking program and how you can engage with the Mintlayer network.
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Bitcoin Halving Explained
What is Bitcoin halving? What effect will it have on Mintlayer?
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The Problems With BRC-20 Tokens
BRC-20 has caused a stir lately, but is the tech really sound for real life use cases?
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The Blockspace Dilemma: Bitcoin Congestion and the Emergence of Inscriptions and BRC20
Exploring Bitcoin's congestion issues and Mintlayer's potential as a solution.
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How Mintlayer Adds Value to Bitcoin
Why does the world need another blockchain? Exactly how does Mintlayer add value to Bitcoin?
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April 2023 Mintlayer Development Update
Read this post for a full update of April’s development progress.
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Looking Forward: Mintlayer’s Renewed Focus
As part of our ongoing efforts to revitalize our messaging and energize our community, we are looking forward.
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Claim Your Share of Our $4M Grants Initiative
Mintlayer has approximately $4M available for open-source development grants.