Viktoriia Kononenko’s articles

The first mainframe computer your company installed probably filled an entire room. Years passed, technologies evolved, and that computing power now fits in your pocket. But while hardware has transformed dramatically, many core business systems remain trapped in the past — running on code written decades ago, maintained by a dwindling pool of specialists, and […]

Fortune 100 companies launched 39% more cryptocurrency, blockchain, and Web3 initiatives in Q1 2024 compared to 2023, reaching a record high. At this point, it’s safe to say that blockchain has proven its business value beyond speculation. Yet many organizations still struggle with the fundamental question: Should we create our own blockchain solution, purchase a […]

Today’s enterprises run on complex technology stacks that have been built over decades. While these systems, from SaaS platforms to database tools to web infrastructure, handle core business operations, they often exist as separate islands rather than a cohesive whole. This fragmentation creates significant inefficiencies, but also opportunities for improvement. Blockchain adoption reflects this dynamic: […]

HTTP 402 “Payment Required” has existed in the internet’s specifications for over thirty years, but never actually worked.  Boosty Labs, in collaboration with the Coinbase Developer Platform, has finally fixed this oversight with x402. This open-source protocol turns the long-dormant status code into a real payment layer. How Digital Payments Used to Work For decades, […]

If you ever wished to receive direct on-chain crypto payments for your expert time, consider your wish granted. Boosty Labs, in collaboration with Cal.com and Coinbase Development Platform, has created Onchain Bookings — the first online booking system integrated with crypto payments. What is Onchain Bookings? Onchain Bookings is an open-source app template for professionals […]

While AI chatbots and assistants have dominated headlines for the past two years, in 2025, a more sophisticated technology is emerging from the shadows: AI agents. These autonomous digital entities can do much more than just respond to human-written prompts—think skilled digital workforce that understands your business inside and out, can make independent decisions, coordinate […]

So, 2024. The year of the 4th Bitcoin halving, Runes launch, new Bitcoin all-time-high, new bull market, and, of course, tons of hard work. These past 12 months have been incredibly demanding yet also rewarding. As we enter 2025, we want to acknowledge all the challenges faced and all the achievements earned and set new, […]