Near Protocol NEAR/USD is a layer-1 blockchain that powers decentralized applications (dApps). However, it differentiates itself by utilizing what is known as Nightshade, which is a unique sharding technology. The network was launched in 2020 and offers cross-chain interoperability through the Rainbow Bridge, as well as a layer-2 solution known as Aurora. Aurora’s $90 million […] The post NEAR’s future after Aurora launches $90M fund for DeFi appeared first on Invezz.