The Connected Cross-Chain Future I Kevin Neilson of Moonbeam at Blockchain Futurist Conference 2022

"Explore the connected cross-chain future with Kevin Neilson of Moonbeam at Blockchain Futurist Conference 2022, and learn how Axlr, Polkadot, and XCM enable seamless communication and interaction between different blockchains and dApps."

Key takeaways
  • A connected cross-chain future is enabled by Axlr and its general message passing capabilities, allowing for seamless communication between different blockchains.
  • Polkadot’s architecture enables this multi-chain vision, with a layer 0 called Polkadot and a relay chain that secures the network.
  • XCM (Cross Consensus Messaging) is a way to enable general message passing between chains, and is currently used exclusively by Polkadot.
  • Moonbeam is a layer 1 blockchain on Polkadot, allowing for Ethereum-compatible dApps and seamless interaction with other chains.
  • Lido staking product allows for staking of DOT, and has a staked ETH product that can be used for remote staking and borrowing.
  • With Axlr, developers can send messages between chains, enabling cross-chain communication and functionality.
  • Polkadot’s relay chain decides which messages to forward, allowing for efficient communication between chains.
  • XCM is forwards and backwards compatible, making it easy to integrate into applications.
  • The future is multi-chain, with many different chains and blockchains coexisting and interacting with each other.
  • Moonbeam is a hub for connecting different blockchains and dApps, allowing for seamless interaction and communication between different chains.