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Hyperliquid First Discloses HIP-4 Permissionless Deployment Specifications: Threshold Aligns with HIP-3, but Adds a Template Approval Layer

Hyperliquid founder Jeff Yan announced plans for permissionless deployment of HIP-4 outcome markets in a future network upgrade, moving from testnet to mainnet. This follows the initial, validator-voted deployment phase on mainnet that began in May. The announcement details key mechanisms for the permissionless phase. The staking requirement is set at 500,000 HYPE (locked for 6 months), matching HIP-3. A core new feature is a "template system": validators will vote on and store standardized market templates on-chain, and deployers can only create markets by instantiating these pre-approved templates. This aims to ensure market quality and clarity. Deployers will also have an initial quota of 100 outcomes (200 tokens), which refreshes after settlements. The reasoning for permissionless deployment is the vast potential universe of tradable events for prediction markets, which far exceeds the finite assets available for perpetual contracts. While HIP-4 has seen $370M in volume over 78 days, its market share remains small compared to established players. The model mirrors HIP-3's successful expansion of perpetual contracts after opening deployment. Rules include slashing stakes for unclear definitions or incorrect/delayed settlements. This incentivizes short-duration markets, as long-term settlements would lock capital and quota for extended periods. The template system addresses definition clarity but does not prevent potential liquidity fragmentation or market concentration, as seen in HIP-3 where a single deployer dominates most activity.

Foresight News07/20 09:34

Hyperliquid First Discloses HIP-4 Permissionless Deployment Specifications: Threshold Aligns with HIP-3, but Adds a Template Approval Layer

Foresight News07/20 09:34

ether.fi Partners with Nexus Mutual to Protect Against ETH Slashing at Institutional Scale

London-based digital asset neobank ether.fi has partnered with crypto insurance provider Nexus Mutual to secure the largest-ever Ethereum (ETH) Slashing Cover. This protection safeguards ether.fi's validators against penalties worth up to 15,000 ETH, a sum exceeding all historical ETH slashing losses combined. As ether.fi's validator set is one of the largest on Ethereum, slashing represents a significant tail risk. This cover, part of ether.fi's broader investment in security infrastructure, is designed to protect users, including a growing institutional base, in extreme scenarios. Mike Silagadze, Founder & CEO of ether.fi, stated the partnership aligns with their belief that the safest protocols will win, highlighting their investment in audits, security, and now major insurance. Hugh Karp, Founder of Nexus Mutual, noted ether.fi's long-term focus on risk management and called the 15,000 ETH cover a historic step. ether.fi manages over $6B in assets across cash, staking, and liquid restaking products. Nexus Mutual, a pioneer in crypto insurance alternatives, has provided over $7 billion in coverage since 2019 against risks like smart contract hacks and slashing.

TheNewsCrypto07/17 13:41

ether.fi Partners with Nexus Mutual to Protect Against ETH Slashing at Institutional Scale

TheNewsCrypto07/17 13:41

Ethereum Needs Better Decentralized Stablecoins, Buterin Says

Vitalik Buterin argues that Ethereum needs better decentralized stablecoins, highlighting three key challenges: the need for a stablecoin not solely pegged to the USD long-term due to inflation risks; the necessity of uncapturable oracles to avoid exploitative governance; and the issue of staking yield competing with stablecoins for capital, creating a usability penalty. He suggests potential solutions like reducing staking yields or creating new staking mechanisms without slashing risk. Buterin's comments coincide with broader critiques that Ethereum represents a "contrarian bet" against mainstream VC-backed crypto trends like gambling and centralized finance.

bitcoinist01/12 16:31

Ethereum Needs Better Decentralized Stablecoins, Buterin Says

bitcoinist01/12 16:31

a16z Proposes "Staked Media": A New Game Using Deposits to Combat Misinformation

a16z has proposed a concept called "Staked Media" to combat misinformation using cryptographic technology and economic incentives. In an era where AI-generated content and fake news are widespread, the idea requires content creators or media organizations to cryptographically sign and stake a certain amount of cryptocurrency (such as ETH or USDC) when publishing content. This acts as a verifiable and unchangeable commitment on-chain. If the content is proven false, the staked funds are slashed; if true, the stake can be returned or even rewarded. The staking amount may vary based on the creator’s influence and content importance. To determine truthfulness, a combination of community voting (by users who also stake tokens) and algorithmic analysis is used. Disputes can be escalated to an expert committee. Malicious voters or creators may also face penalties. Repeat offenders would suffer reputational damage and higher staking requirements in the future. The system aims to incentivize truthfulness through financial stakes, reputation mechanisms, and potential legal accountability. It is suggested that such a model could be implemented within two years.

比推12/17 06:57

a16z Proposes "Staked Media": A New Game Using Deposits to Combat Misinformation

比推12/17 06:57

Deciphering a16z's New Concept "Staked Media": "Written Pledge + Staking Money" Online, an Economic Solution to Fake News

a16z has proposed a new concept called "Staked Media" to address the proliferation of AI-generated fake news and misinformation on social media. The idea involves using cryptographic techniques like zk-proofs to allow media entities or individuals to prove their credibility by making verifiable, on-chain commitments. In addition to making a claim, content creators must also stake cryptocurrency (such as ETH or USDC) as collateral. If the content is proven false, the staked assets are slashed. This creates an economic incentive for truthfulness. For example, a YouTuber endorsing a product would stake tokens to back their claims. If the content is misleading, they lose their stake. Staking amounts could vary based on the creator’s influence and the importance of the content. To determine truthfulness, a combination of community voting (by users who also stake tokens) and algorithmic verification would be used. Disputes could be escalated to an arbitration committee. The system also incorporates a reputation mechanism: repeated violations lead to higher staking requirements and loss of trust. While wealthy actors might still attempt manipulation, the combined cost of financial loss, reputational damage, and potential legal consequences makes dishonesty economically unviable. Staked Media may emerge within two years as a practical solution to foster accountability in digital content.

marsbit12/17 06:06

Deciphering a16z's New Concept "Staked Media": "Written Pledge + Staking Money" Online, an Economic Solution to Fake News

marsbit12/17 06:06

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