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ETHEthereum Foundation makes post quantum security a top priority as new team forms
EF researcher Justin Drake says a new post quantum team will drive wallet safety upgrades, research prizes and test networks as quantum timelines shorten.
BTCBitcoin’s weakness versus gold and equities puts quantum computing fears back in focus
Some investors have revived concerns that quantum computing could threaten bitcoin, but analysts and developers say recent price weakness reflects market struct...
Senate Agriculture's crypto market structure draft peppered with Democrat pitches
The latest draft of the major crypto legislation has begun to be targeted with amendments as the Senate Agriculture Committee approaches its hearing next week.
SEC dismisses lawsuit against billionaire Winklevoss twins-backed Gemini over Earn product
The SEC said Gemini Earn customers had already received 100% of their assets back through Genesis' bankruptcy, warranting the dismissal of the case.
FBI arrests ex-Olympian drug 'kingpin' who allegedly used crypto to move proceeds
The U.S. caught a top-ten most-wanted fugitive when they arrested Ryan Wedding, a former top snowboarder who's said to have used digital assets in his crimes.
Stablecoins moved $35 trillion last year but only 1% of it was for 'real world' payments
While stablecoins settled around $35 trillion last year, only around 1% of that represented genuine payments like remittances and payroll, a new report found.
U.S. Senator Warren rebuffed on delay of World Liberty bank charter over Trump ties
The OCC says the trust-bank application tied to President Donald Trump-connected World Liberty Financial will move ahead without the senator's requested pause.
Kevin O'Leary says power is now more valuable than bitcoin
"Shark Tank" investor Kevin O'Leary is pivoting his crypto strategy from tokens to energy infrastructure, declaring that power generation is now the real prize.
U.K. FCA moves closer to crypto regulation with final consumer duty consultation
The UK regulator said crypto firms must ensure good outcomes for customers without stifling innovation.
BNBBinance plans to bring back tokenized stock trading after 2021 retreat
The exchange shut down its earlier effort under regulatory pressure, but it's now back to exploring offering tokenized equities on its platform.