Cardano, 5 years on
Cardano turns five this year, so this is the perfect time to take a look at some of the key achievements and milestones that have defined the blockchain's evolution
27 September 2022 6 mins read
Cardano is still young in relative terms, but so was Mozart when he wrote Minuet and Trio in G. Same age, in fact. Mozart composed an uplifting (some describe it as charming) melody, pursuant to his youth, perhaps. Cardano's mission is just as inspirational: the provision of a balanced ecosystem to meet the needs of its users.
Five candles shine bright today. Five beacons that…
Layer 1 & Layer 2: all you need to know
When discussing blockchain architecture, the terms 'layer 1' and 'layer 2' are frequently mentioned. These are important concepts that serve two purposes: explain how a blockchain network is built, and provide an easy-to-understand visual representation of what a blockchain network looks like. Let's break these ideas down
5 August 2022 13 mins read
Layer 1: definition
Imagine a wedding cake, with different tiers -layers, if you will-, and the figurine of a couple on top. That beautiful cake rests on a solid stand, the base. For all intents and purposes, that robust and solid cake stand is the first layer (layer 1) that supports the cake infrastructure. You can probably see where this is going. In a blockchain, layer 1 is…
DISH launches decentralized identification and loyalty coin system built on Input Output Global (IOG) technology
The initiative is part of a long-term collaboration between DISH and IOG to create innovative blockchain solutions to drive adoption of decentralized technologies into the DISH ecosystem
7 June 2022 4 mins read
DISH Network Corporation has taken the first step towards the launch of a decentralized identification and loyalty coin system built on Input Output Global (IOG) designed and developed blockchain technology. This first step enables blockchain capabilities in DISH's infrastructure through Atala PRISM's identity services and Cardano's native asset features.
The end objective of…
Cardano at Consensus: a look ahead
It’s one of the premier blockchain industry events of the year. And IOG is going to be there. Here's what’s happening…
6 June 2022 3 mins read
Consensus, one of the focal points for crypto developers, enthusiasts, and the ‘festival for the decentralized world’, is almost here. The Austin Convention Center in Austin, Texas, will become a hive of activity for the 2022 edition of this landmark event, hosting some of the biggest names in the global crypto world.
Input Output Global (IOG) will be there, along with our friends from the Cardano Foundation and EMURGO. Charles will be speaking at the main conference while the Cardano main booth space will showcase a range of products, projects and initiatives from the three organizations, including Project Catalyst (Fund9 launching…
Everything you always wanted to know about impermanent loss and were afraid to ask
How the EUTxO model is better for the predictability of impermanent loss than Accounts-based chains
27 May 2022 9 mins read
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