Understanding Crypto Flash Loan Attacks: The Risks & Prevention

Decentralized finance (DeFi) has revolutionized the way money works, bringing traditional finance activities to the blockchain and eliminating third parties. One significant activity in this space is crypto lending. Today, users can borrow crypto assets and repay them entirely on the blockchain. This evolution has given rise to crypto loans that don’t require collateral or […]

The Importance of Blockchain Security and Auditing in Web3 Bridges

In crypto, cross-chain bridges play a crucial role in enhancing interoperability by connecting various blockchains. They enable users to seamlessly transfer their cryptocurrencies or tokens from one blockchain to another. Unfortunately, they are among the most high risk infrastructure in the blockchain ecosystem. If you are building a bridge, request a Bridge audit today. Cross-Chain Bridge […]

The Future of Blockchain and Smart Contracts with Generative AI: A Closer Look

In recent years, generative AI, or GANs, have emerged as a promising technology for automating many of the tedious and time-consuming tasks involved in blockchain development and smart contract auditing. By using GANs to generate smart contracts and audit them for errors or vulnerabilities, we can save a significant amount of time and effort compared […]

Introduction to Real World Assets: Importance and Uses

Real World Assets (RWAs) are becoming increasingly significant in crypto. They are expanding what can be tokenised and traded on the blockchain, bridging the gap between traditional finance and DeFi. Imagine easily getting a property without the hassle of a middleman, or at the very least owning units/ fractions of real-world assets which can be […]

Hashlock compared to Certik and Hacken – Smart Contract Auditing & Web3 Security Services

Introduction In the fast-paced and security-critical world of blockchain technology, the efficacy of smart contract auditing services cannot be overstated. This detailed analysis compares the services provided by Hashlock, Hacken, and CertiK, highlighting how Hashlock is an optimal choice for blockchain projects today. Hashlock’s Smart Contract Auditing Services Hashlock, an Australian firm with a global […]

AI Safety – FORTIFAI Leading the way

Ensuring AI Safety: FORTIFAI Emerges as the Industry Leader In the ever-evolving landscape of artificial intelligence, where innovation converges with responsibility, FORTIFAI has positioned itself as the foremost authority in AI Safety and Security. As a subsidiary under the esteemed Hashlock, a trailblazing distributed tech cybersecurity firm, FORTIFAI has carved its niche by spearheading a […]

What are Atomic Swaps?

Atomic swaps are peer-to-peer exchanges of crypto assets across separate blockchain networks without the need for centralised intermediaries, such as exchanges. Instead, smart contracts facilitate this decentralised cross-chain crypto asset trading. “Atomicity” or “atomic state” is a software term that refers to database transactions that execute fully or not at all, with no intermediate states.  […]

Introduction to Blockchain Explorers: What They Are and Their Uses 

Blockchain Explorers also known as Block Explorers are web-based applications that allow users to view, interact, and analyse blockchain network metrics. It is a tool that presents the data stored on a chain and the activities happening on a blockchain in a user-friendly interface.  Consider blockchain explorers like search engines that allow users to browse […]

Bitcoin Layer2s: What Are and How They Work

Since its inception, Bitcoin has emerged as the flagship cryptocurrency, boasting the largest market capitalisation and pioneering the entire cryptocurrency landscape. However, as Bitcoin continues to gain popularity, it encounters several inherent limitations.  Designed to validate seven transactions per second, the Bitcoin network now faces challenges with scalability. This limitation results in higher fees and […]

What is The Ethereum Pectra Upgrade?

Ethereum the most valuable smart contract supporting blockchain( by market cap and TVL)  is poised for another upgrade. This will be the next upgrade following the Dencun upgrade of March 2024 which was preceded by the Shappela upgrade of April 2023.  Unlike the Sheppela upgrade which brought staking withdrawals to the execution layer or the […]