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Progressive Decentralization of the RPC Layer: Centralization to Federation

Progressive Decentralization of the RPC Layer: Centralization to Federation

This blog is adapted from Tom Hay's talk at EthPortland 2023, titled "Progressive Decentralization of the RPC Layer: From Centralization to Federation," given on August 18, 2023.

Progressive decentralization part 1: Building the new infrastructure network

Progressive decentralization part 1: Building the new infrastructure network

An update on key research findings and next steps as the decentralized infrastructure network team, made up of 26 partners, advances on the protocol.

Beacon Chain API (Eth2 API) Deprecating on October 12, 2022

Beacon Chain API (Eth2 API) Deprecating on October 12, 2022

In June of 2020, we launched a private beta for our Eth2 API (also known as the Beacon Chain API or the Consensus Layer API). Since then, Infura has actively supported the testing and development of what is now known as the Consensus Layer of Ethereum by: * Open sourcing the

Deprecation Timeline for Rinkeby, Ropsten, and Kovan Testnets

Deprecation Timeline for Rinkeby, Ropsten, and Kovan Testnets

Infura is supporting the Goerli and Sepolia testnets and is deprecating Rinkeby, Ropsten, and Kovan testnets from the Infura API on October 5th, 2022. Users of Rinkeby, Ropsten, and Kovan testnets should migrate to Goerli. More instructions for developers can be found in our blog post "What you need

Infura supports Goerli and Sepolia as Ethereum’s Long-lived Testnets

Infura supports Goerli and Sepolia as Ethereum’s Long-lived Testnets

With the Merge around the corner, here is an important update on the Ethereum testnets, Goerli and Sepolia, Infura will support moving forward.

What you need to know to get ready for the Ethereum Merge: Infura Developers Edition

What you need to know to get ready for the Ethereum Merge: Infura Developers Edition

The Ethereum Merge to Proof of Stake is on the horizon and the Infura Ethereum API is ready. We've prepared a guide on how Infura users can prepare.

How To Stay Informed About The Merge With Infura

How To Stay Informed About The Merge With Infura

Get prepared for the fast-approaching Merge. Learn all the ways you can connect with us about the Merge in this blog.

Ethereum Testnets Update Ahead of The Merge for Infura Developers

Ethereum Testnets Update Ahead of The Merge for Infura Developers

An update about the future of the Ropsten, Kovan, Rinkeby, Görli, Sepolia testnets as it relates to Ethereum’s merge to Proof-of-Stake, in order for you to understand what’s available for you when testing your own infrastructure.

Introducing A Simplified Infura Plan, With Free Access to Ethereum Archive Data and All Networks

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Introducing A Simplified Infura Plan, With Free Access to Ethereum Archive Data and All Networks

Introducing free access to all integrated networks and archive data for Infura users, including a sample tutorial using archive data.

Proof of Snake - Building the Classic on Ethereum Using Infura, Part I

Proof of Snake - Building the Classic on Ethereum Using Infura, Part I

How to build a classic game on Ethereum using Infura, with ETH and NFT rewards to high scorers.

The Palm network is now available for all NFT creators on Infura

The Palm network is now available for all NFT creators on Infura

Infura and Palm NFT Studio are excited to announce that the Palm network is now available to all users of Infura. Nearly 430,000 developers now have access to create NFTs on the Palm network.

Ethereum JavaScript Libraries: Web3.js vs Ethers.js: An Update

Ethereum JavaScript Libraries: Web3.js vs Ethers.js: An Update

This is an update of our article in July comparing web3.js and ethers.js, helping developers to understand the tradeoffs between the two libraries for Web3 and blockchain development

Ethereum JavaScript Libraries: web3.js vs. ethers.js (Part I)

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Ethereum JavaScript Libraries: web3.js vs. ethers.js (Part I)

A technical guide to the differences between Web3.js and Ethers.js, the two most popular JavaScript libraries for interacting with the Ethereum blockchain and developing decentralized applications.