Blockchains are a new settlement and ownership layer, one that’s programmable, open, and global by default, unlocking new forms of entrepreneurship, creativity, and infrastructure. Growth in monthly active crypto addresses is generally tracking the
Prediction markets are a hot topic again — even cartoon characters are talking about them (cf South Park). But beyond the buzz, what is a prediction market, exactly? How do they work, how are they designed, and what makes them work?
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What are zero-knowledge proofs? Justin Thaler (a16z crypto, Georgetown University) demystifies key concepts in this rapidly evolving and increasingly important space. This talk sheds light on the fundamentals of zero-knowledge proofs and SNARKS – including how people are using them today, how web3 startups should be thinking about them, and how they might be used in future.