Protocol Village: Conduit Launches New G2 Sequencer, Claiming 10x Improvement Over Existing Versions  
2024-10-17

Conduit Launches New G2 Sequencer, Claiming Capability of 50-100 Mgas/s 
On-chain computing company Conduit has launched the new G2 Sequencer, describing it as a "10x more powerful sequencer than existing versions for rollup frameworks, providing 100x the computing of Ethereum and enabling blockchain apps to run faster with no additional costs," according to the team: "Sophisticated apps like Web3 games, DeFi protocols and social apps struggle to operate on-chain due to computational limitations. G2 enables the development of complex applications, with existing frameworks. It sustains ultra-high throughput when user activity spikes, ensuring on-chain apps maintain performance and stay affordable." According to a blog post, the new sequencer is capable of 50-100 Mgas/s. 
Dynex, Blockchain for Quantum Computing, Unveils Roadmap, Plans 2025 Release of Apollo Chip
Dynex, a layer-1 blockchain for decentralized quantum computing, powered by a decentralized GPU network, has unveiled what it describes as an "ambitious 10-year roadmap to transition from GPU-based quantum emulation to silicon quantum chips, aiming to capture 25% of the quantum computing market by 2034." According to the team, "The company has launched a $50 million venture capital round to attract top-tier investors. Dynex plans to release its first Apollo Silicon Quantum Chip by 2025, scaling up to 1 million qubits by 2034 to enable real-time quantum computations. Upholding ethical standards, Dynex ensures transparency and security by recording computations immutably on the blockchain, with DNX as its utility token." The project documentation states: "The company's decentralized quantum platform, combined with its silicon-based hardware solutions, represents a future-proof approach to quantum computing." The project focuses on "neuromorphic quantum computing," which "utilizes ion drifting of electrons," according to the website.
Hermetica, Creator of Bitcoin-Backed Stablecoin on Stacks, Secures $1.7M in Seed Round
Hermetica, creator of the bitcoin-backed yield-bearing stablecoin USDh, has secured $1.7 million in a seed funding round led by UTXO Management, with additional support from investors including CMS holdings, Ethos fund, according to the team. As reported in Protocol Village on Sept. 26, the project launched USDh on the Stacks layer-2 network, claiming to be first to market with the bitcoin-backed stablecoin. 
New Foundation 'Exponential Science' to Explore Convergence of Blockchain, AI, Quantum Computing
Academics Paolo Tasca and Nikhil Vadgama have founded Exponential Science, a non-profit foundation supported by Hedera that aims to accelerate the convergence of blockchain with AI and other emerging technologies, according to the team: "Through collaboration, Exponential Science seeks to tackle complex societal challenges and drive groundbreaking innovations. Leveraging the expertise of its founders and a team of international experts, the foundation will conduct research and develop innovative solutions, including the new MiCA Crypto Alliance."
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