ChainCatcher news, according to official sources, Core DAO aims to enhance decentralization and attract reputable infrastructure providers through a proposal vote to "expand the number of node validators on the Core chain from 21 to 31 before the second quarter of 2025."It is reported that this proposal aims to gradually increase the number of validators without affecting staking rewards, thereby strengthening the network's decentralization and resilience.

ChainCatcher news, Core DAO announces that a brand new lending protocol, Colend, will be launched on Core Chain. Colend will fill the gap in the DeFi market, providing users with a secure, efficient, and user-friendly lending experience.It is reported that Colend's main features are:Decentralized and secure: Built on the secure and scalable foundation of Core Chain, ensuring all transactions are transparent and tamper-proof.Liquidity pools: Users can participate in multiple liquidity pools, dynamically adjusting interest rates based on supply and demand to ensure a fair and efficient market.Collateral flexibility: Colend introduces a flexible collateral system, ensuring users have multiple options to leverage their holdings.Seamless user experience: An intuitive interface and user-centered design make decentralized lending simple and easy to use, providing convenience for everyone.

ChainCatcher news, according to CoinDesk, the Core Foundation has announced the establishment of an innovation fund with a scale of $5 million to advance the decentralized application ecosystem in India on the Core Chain. The fund aims to enhance the capabilities of the Web3 community, strengthen education, and provide support for founders and builders in India.It is reported that the Core Chain operates on a consensus mechanism called "Satoshi Plus," which combines Delegated Proof of Work (DPoW) and Delegated Proof of Stake (DPoS).