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The New Hemis Testnet
We’re excited to announce the launch of a new testnet for the Hemis blockchain. This development marks a significant milestone in our journey towards releasing Gamemaster nodes and Probabilistic Transactions (PTX). What is a Testnet? A testnet, short for “test network,” is an essential tool in blockchain development. It’s a separate blockchain used by developers…
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Hemis Wallet Update: Enhancements and New Features in Our Latest Minor Release
We are pleased to announce a new minor release for the Hemis wallet, now available for download. This update, while optional, comes with several enhancements that we recommend our users to install to improve their overall experience and wallet performance. What’s New in This Release? Our development team has been hard at work making incremental…
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Hemis Blockchain: Q2 2024 Development Update
As we approach the end of the launch phase at the Hemis project, we’re excited to share some key updates and enhancements that are part of our Q2 2024 development roadmap. Each step we take is a reflection of our commitment to our community and our mission to lower barriers to entry in blockchain gaming.…
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The Complexities of Using Ethereum for Simple Wagers: A Case Study on Tossing a Coin for an NFT
Introduction Blockchain technology has often been touted as having the potential to revolutionise various sectors by providing a decentralized platform for secure and transparent transactions. Ethereum, in particular, has been at the forefront, enabling not only financial transactions but also complex applications through smart contracts. However, the use of Ethereum for seemingly simple applications like…
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Quorums & Probabilistic Transactions (PTX).
What is a Quorum? In Hemis, a quorum is a subset of randomly selected Gamemaster nodes who each vote to reach consensus on the outcome of a game round played on the Hemis platform. This article is intended to provide an introduction to the main ways in which Gamemasters and quorums will faciliate game playing…
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Understanding Gamemaster Nodes: A Core Component of the Hemis Ecosystem
Gamemaster nodes are essential to provide the core functionality and decentralization that the Hemis project aims to provide. Gamemasters support gaming and transactional capabilities, aiming for a secure user experience. This post explains Gamemaster nodes, including their operation, requirements, and benefits. Purpose and Functionality Gamemasters, unique to the Hemis blockchain, manage game logic and outcomes.…
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Hemis and PTX Technology: Simplifying Blockchain Gaming
The Hemis blockchain platform, powered by its core innovation, PTX technology (Probabilistic Transactions), marks a significant departure from existing blockchain platforms that are popular with game developers. Hemis’ PTX technology streamlines the creation of chance-based games by circumventing the complexity of smart contracts. PTX simplifies game development and participation by allowing transactions to be directly…
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Our Year 1 Roadmap: Focusing on Usability, Security and Features.
As we continue to develop and enhance our project, we are excited to share our development roadmap. This roadmap outlines our commitment to prioritizing usability, security, and introducing new features, while ensuring our community is at the heart of our development process. Recent Achievements and Current Focus In the first quarter of 2024, we achieved…
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Staking User Guide
REMINDER: PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOU ENCRYPT YOUR WALLET AND KEEP A COPY OF YOUR PASSWORD AND WALLET.DAT IN A SAFE PLACE. IF YOU LOSE THESE, YOU LOSE YOUR TOKENS. There are three main ways to stake your Hemis tokens. Type Who is this for? Local Hot Wallet (Easiest method) People who can keep their computer…
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How to Install the Hemis Wallet – Windows/Mac/Ubuntu
How to Install the Hemis Wallet – Windows/Mac/Ubuntu
