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Top 3 DeFi Trends

This post discusses how flash loans, zaps, and DeFi aggregators are leveraging composability in order to simplify the user experience and ultimately make DeFi markets hyper-efficient.

March 13, 2020
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Bringing Bitcoin to DeFi

DeFi is blockchain’s first killer app, with assets locked up approaching $1 billion USD. But one major asset is missing: Bitcoin. Bitcoin is not only the first crypto asset, but the largest - with over $168 billion USD of Bitcoin in circulation it has deep pools of liquidity. It is one of the least volatile cryptocurrencies and has a large network of fiat on and off ramps. All these properties make it a great crypto-collateral. We think Bitcoin has the potential to transform the DeFi landscape as the most widespread and liquid asset available today.

March 11, 2020
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DeFi’s Double-Edged Sword

Composability allows for DeFi projects to leverage one another to create powerful new functionality. However this composability also introduces more risk. These issues have existed for a while, but have been made easier to exploit through the introduction of flash loans. While flash loans themselves do not introduce new vulnerabilities, they level the playing field for attacks which previously required large amounts of capital. 

March 4, 2020
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10 Quick and Dirty Facts about the bZx Hacks

Quantstamp provides readers with insightful information concerning the bZx hacks.

February 27, 2020
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Quantstamp is attending ETHDenver along with Colorado Governor

Quantstamp is proud to be a Cypher sponsor of ETHDenver. This will also mark the third time we participate in the hackathon (we have attended the event every time!).

February 10, 2020
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Breaking Bad Contracts - Ethereum Gas Updates

The recent Istanbul hard fork in December affected some important smart contracts deployed on Ethereum mainnet. Thankfully, major projects such as Kyber were prepared and migrated to new contracts before the fork, but many developers are still unaware of the impact the Istanbul hard fork may have on both smart contract development and previously deployed contracts.

January 28, 2020
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OmiseGO Advances Plasma with its Latest Implementation

OmiseGO's More Viable Plasma added features to plasma designed to enhance user experience.

January 27, 2020
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The New Rockstars Building the Future of DeFi

Maker set the foundation for the DeFi ecosystem by creating DAI, but their impact does not end there. They facilitating the success of future DeFi rockstars and Quantstamp is providing the security.

January 10, 2020
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2019 Year in Review

2019 was a great year for Quantstamp. We released a book on smart contract security, helped push forward the DeFi movement through some key audits, launched our Bounty Protocol, expanded our presence into new markets, and more.

January 9, 2020
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Index Funds Are Bringing Liquidity to NFTs

Index Funds Are Bringing Liquidity to NFTs

While NFTs are a hot topic, their non-fungible nature means they aren't easily transferable, and their value can be difficult to determine. Until now. Learn how NFT index funds are unlocking liquidity, accessibility, and sustainable options for NFT owners.

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March 24, 2021
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Securing the Flow Ecosystem

Securing the Flow Ecosystem

Quantstamp recently conducted several security engagements with key components of the Flow ecosystem.

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March 17, 2021
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Security with Maker

Security with Maker

Quantstamp recently audited Liquidations 2.0 (MIP 45) and the Dai Peg Stability Module for Maker.

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March 15, 2021
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How to sell art online in 2021: a beginner's guide to blockchain NFTs and rare digital goods

How to sell art online in 2021: a beginner's guide to blockchain NFTs and rare digital goods

This beginner level tutorial will show you how to use a crypto wallet and sell your art online in 2021.

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March 10, 2021
March 15, 2021
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Securing Beeple’s B.20 and the NFT Revolution

Securing Beeple’s B.20 and the NFT Revolution

Quantstamp is honored to have secured the smart contracts involved in tokenizing one of the most valuable art projects in the NFT space: the Beeple B.20.

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March 8, 2021
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First Regulated Yen Stablecoin Audited By Quantstamp

First Regulated Yen Stablecoin Audited By Quantstamp

Quantstamp audited the first regulated Japanese yen stablecoin issued by a subsidiary of GMO Internet Group.

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March 8, 2021