If you’ve ever built on blockchain, you know how important it is to have reliable access to on-chain data. Verge (XVG) is no exception. Developers need quick ways to check balances, look up transactions, or broadcast new ones — and…
Every once in a while, a network upgrade comes along that isn’t just about patching bugs or improving performance – it’s about redefining how the ecosystem evolves. That’s why Rootstock Upgrade 8.0.0 comes in. Why Rootstock Upgrade Matters Unlike minor…
This October, Singapore will once again become the global stage for blockchain and digital assets as TOKEN2049 takes place on 1–2 October 2025. The event gathers industry leaders, builders, and visionaries who are shaping the future of Web3. NOWNodes is…
When people talk about Ethereum, they often highlight its role in decentralized finance, NFTs, or Web3 applications. But behind all of this innovation stands the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) — the invisible engine that powers it all. The EVM is…
In crypto, every second counts. For platforms serving millions of users, reliability isn’t a nice-to-have – it’s the backbone of trust. That’s especially true for CEX.IO, a company that has been at the heart of the industry for more than…
If you’ve ever wondered “what is a pruned node in blockchain?”, you’re not alone. Developers, wallet providers, and exchanges ask this question all the time. At first, it sounds simple: a pruned node is just a full blockchain node that…
WebX Asia this year felt like standing right at the crossroads of Web3’s future — buzzing energy, thought-provoking panels, and a community eager to push boundaries. Among the highlights was NOWNodes’ own Pauline Shangett, who took the stage with her…
In May 2025, Solana introduced Alpenglow, a complete redesign of its consensus architecture, engineered by Anza. Solana Alpenglow upgrade is the most ambitious in the network’s history, reducing block finality from ~12 seconds to just 100–150 milliseconds. By doing so,…
Known for its lightning-fast transactions and low fees, Solana has quickly become the backbone of many DeFi platforms, NFT marketplaces, and GameFi applications. For wallet developers, integrate Solana isn’t just a nice feature anymore — it’s an expectation from users.…
If you’re into Web3, chances are you’ve already heard about Polygon — a lightning-fast, low-fee blockchain that’s fully compatible with Ethereum. It powers DeFi apps, wallets, NFT marketplaces, and basically half of the Web3 world. But here’s the thing: before…