Why We’re Excited About Bitcoin

On January 3rd, 2009, Bitcoin mined its first block. Since then, block production has chugged on, and the oldest blockchain has cultivated a cult following characterized by a deep conviction that Bitcoin is the fix for the financial system—and the catchphrase “have fun staying poor.”  Neither has helped establish

Subsquid adds support for Prom

We're thrilled to announce that our decentralized data lake now includes support for Prom. This means anyone developing on Prom can now utilize Subsquid SDK to swiftly spin up indexers and obtain all the on-chain information necessary for their app's operation from one central location.  About

The Top Five Solana Infrastructure Projects

We recently added Solana to our data lake–now offering the first feature-complete indexing service for the ecosystem in private beta. We’re really excited about the opportunities in this vibrant ecosystem. For a more elaborate explanation of why we’re bullish on Solana, you can go here. TL;DR:

Subsquid’s First Public Testnet Closes April 1st

TL;DR - Subsquid testnet closes on April 1st. Connect your CoinList email here by March 29th. The largest public testnet for any data infrastructure protocol ever carried out will conclude on April 1st, 2024, in approximately one week. The campaign, first announced on CoinList last year, set out to

A deep dive into the world of Layer-2s

In 50 years, we might all be telling our grandchildren about the good old days when we could interact on Layer 1 for less than $100. It’ll be as credible to them as if you were to say that Tchaikovsky was inspired to compose his ballet after watching Barbie

Subsquid launches Solana Private Beta

We are excited to announce the launch of our Private Beta for Solana. As a vibrant ecosystem with innovative approaches to scaling blockchains, Solana integration has been on our roadmap for Q1 this year, and this is the first step in delivering on our promise.  If you are a developer

Middle layer insights

During Infra Gardens, an event we co-hosted with countless other exciting blockchain projects in Denver, our CEO, Dmitry Zhelezov, spoke on a panel discussing interoperability from an infra and middle layer perspective.  Also on the panel were speakers from DIA, Coinfund, and LiFi Protocol. You can watch the recording here.

Subsquid adding support for Etherlink

We’re excited to share that we’ve added support for Etherlink to our decentralized data lake. This means, anyone building on Etherlink will be able to use the Subsquid SDK to quickly build indexers and access all the on-chain data they need to run their app for free.  What

From Degen to Regen

Saving the world might not be the number 1 concern of crypto bros, but wouldn’t it be nice if some of the lambo funds generated via speculation could positively impact the world around us?  Regen = Degens active in ReFi  That’s the question Regens asks. After all, no one

Proto-Danksharding is coming: here's what people think

The next Ethereum upgrade is right around the corner: EIP-4844, also known as Proto-Danksharding. Before getting to the thoughts from different crypto community members on the meaning of this, let’s start with a quick refresher on what EIP-4844 is.  EIP-4844  This proposal is part of Ethereum’s roll-up-centric roadmap

Insights into Web3 native Network Design

Ever wonder why blockchains work the way they do?  That’s usually because developers behind them have put months into thinking through the use case it’s aimed to cater to, the specifications required, and how it all fits together. In other words, a lot of Network Design goes into

How IceCream Swap uses Subsquid to power their DEX

Subsquid lowers the barrier to entry for building in web3 by making blockchain data easily accessible for everyone and usable for a wide range of applications. With an increase in liquidity in the crypto markets and the overall maturing of the industry, decentralized exchanges (DEX) have gained further momentum.  DEXs

What are appchains? - All you need to know

While recently, all the talk has moved on to discussing what constitutes an actual rollup or the degree of Ethereum-alignment of various projects, we shouldn't forget about an entirely different crop of chains: appchains. Especially as quality deteriorates on X and crypto-natives move over to web3 social, it&

Zero Knowledge, Zero Problems: A zkOverview

Don’t ‘know’ anything about zero-knowledge proofs? After reading this post, you'll know how they work and what they're good for. But you'll also realize there's even more we do not know yet.  Nothing to worry about; as the Greek philosopher Socrates

Betting on Hardware. Or why we're excited about Solana

Subsquid support for Solana is coming soon. But why did we pick this one?  It might be hard to fathom for Ethereum Maxis, yet the Solana ecosystem has shown its resilience and outperformed countless Alt-L1s, all while thoroughly neglecting the notion that the only way to scale is via L2s

Subsquid Testnet Phase 2: What You Need To Know

After a massively successful Phase 1 of the Subsquid testnet, we are excited to announce that Phase two is set to begin tomorrow, January 15th, 2024! Read the full description of the testnet on CoinList Here’s what you need to know, whether you’re just getting started in the

Web3 Data 2023, in retrospect

The flow of new events and big changes in crypto is constant. That's why it's easy to lose track of what even happened a month ago, let alone a year ago.  As the year nears its end, we're taking a look back at some

Subsquid Testnet Phase 1 Complete: 50,000+ Indexers Deployed!

22 December 2023 – And that’s a wrap! We wish a heartfelt congratulations to the entire Subsquid community on the successful completion of Phase 1 of the testnet! Over 30,000 of you came out in huge force, completing nearly 450,000 quests. Nearly 20,000 of you showed yourselves

Solving the Blockchain Trilemma with Modular Data Tools

Up until last year, a majority of blockchain activity happened on mainnet. However, this year, many transactions have moved to L2s, which sometimes make up 5x the volume on Ethereum.  This trend has come with a shift in how we think about blockchains, from building monolithic chains to creating a

Subsquid Testnet Migration Marathon: Code Squids and Get Bonus Points!

We’re nearing the end of phase I of the Subsquid testnet, and so far, it’s been incredible! Over 30,000 individuals have deployed over 50,000 squid indexers to the network. Many of you—the most elite developers in the Subsquid community—have completed ‘special’ quests, migrating popular

Deploy any Subgraph to Subsquid Network: Five Reasons Why

As the web3 ecosystem continues to grow and evolve, blockchain data access is more important than ever. This is where the Subsquid Network comes into play. In this article, we'll explore the top 5 reasons why the Subsquid Network should be your go-to choice for deploying Subgraphs. With

Stablecoins: The #1 Web3 Usecase?

More than a decade since the creation of Bitcoin, it's not yet widely used as a payment network. Similarly, other crypto assets have yet to find their product market fit. Yet, among them, stablecoins stand out as the one asset that has come closest to broad adoption. This

What is Danksharding? Diving into EIP-4844 and Ethereum Data

Ethereum's scaling challenges are well-known to anyone who has ever paid hundreds in gas fees just to execute a transaction during a busy time. Thanks to the rise of Layer-2s, users now have options to escape high fees on the mainnet. Yet, as Ethereum is getting crowded with

Subsquid Testnet: Run your first indexer in 10 minutes or less

This article is an intro to squid deployment for incentivized testnet participants. You can learn more about the testnet and its rules on the official CoinList page. Stay safe, check all links, and beware imposter sites! Introduction: Getting started Running a squid isn't just a fun way to

How does Subsquid index data so fast?

In the rapidly evolving landscape of Web3, efficient storage and data availability are a cornerstone for innovation and growth. In a world where the amount of on-chain data is not only increasing exponentially, but also is becoming more and more fragmented, old solutions are not enough anymore/don't