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Key Highlights: Recent quantum-computing advances do not yet demonstrate a clear, linear path to a cryptographically relevant quantum computer (CRQC). Neutral-atom devices are among the more promising developments, but it remains too early to know whether any current technology can reach the required scale and stability. Bitcoin developers should continue pursuing post-quantum cryptographic upgrades despite ...
Key Highlights: NEAR Intents has confirmed a security breach. The incident caused losses exceeding $3.8 million. The team attributed the breach to an error involving the interaction between the Omni … NEAR Intents Confirms Security Breach and More Than $3.8 Million in Losses NEAR Intents, a platform that facilitates cross-chain transactions within the NEAR ecosystem, ...
Key Highlights: Evernorth’s proposed public-market transaction advanced after shareholders approved the business combination and related proposals. $XRP remained above key daily moving averages, while its 4-hour chart showed price near $1.48 and below the $1.497 Bollinger Band midpoint. Analyst Ali Charts identified $1.54 as the key hourly breakout level, with a potential move toward $1.70 ...
Key Highlights A transfer of 133,298 $ETH has drawn attention, but Ethereum has shown no clear immediate selling pressure. $ETH remains above $2,700, while $2,749 to $2,800 represents the key resistance zone before potential moves toward $2,900 and $3,000. Positive capital flows, strong directional indicators and sustained staking demand continue to support Ethereum’s short-term market ...
Key Highlights The analyst said Ethereum’s price is more difficult to forecast than Bitcoin’s because of its sharp fluctuations. Ethereum’s next major test is considered to be the $5,000 level after a potential move above $3,000. If Ethereum breaks and holds above $5,000, the analyst sees a possible move toward $6,000–$10,000, with a longer-term target ...
Key Highlights The SEC issued an “Innovation Exemption” two days after the CLARITY legislation failed. The exemption allows certain venues to trade tokenized U.S.-listed stocks onchain through automated market makers and liquidity pools. The SEC and CFTC are easing practical barriers as crypto technology and demand for round-the-clock digital markets continue to grow. SEC and ...
Key Highlights: A proposed Section 1034 would eliminate gain-or-loss recognition for purchases made with qualifying U.S. dollar stablecoins, regardless of purchase size. Bitcoin payments would remain taxable dispositions, although a separate proposal would exempt up to $10 in qualifying digital-asset transaction fees. The stablecoin and fee provisions would apply to transactions beginning Jan. 1, 2027, ...
Key Highlights U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded $148.7 million in net outflows on Wednesday, ending a nine-day inflow streak. ETF inflows totaled approximately $3.08 billion during the nine-day period but have slowed sharply since September 21. Bitfinex says daily ETF purchases may need to recover to roughly $190 million to absorb Bitcoin supply between $84,000 ...
Key Highlights $NEAR Intents reported an exploit involving irregular withdrawals from a BNB Chain hot wallet. The stolen funds were sent to KuCoin and bridged into bitcoin, according to blockchain investigator ZachXBT. Deposits and withdrawals across several networks remained unavailable while security fixes were completed. $NEAR Intents Investigates Exploit and Traces Stolen Funds $NEAR Intents ...
Key Highlights: Bitcoin whales reduced their combined holdings by approximately 30,000 BTC over the past week. Ethereum whales accumulated approximately 60,000 ETH during the same period. XRP whale holdings remained broadly stable at around 3.9 billion XRP, suggesting a wait-and-see approach. Bitcoin and Ethereum Whales Take Opposite Positions An analyst reported a clear divergence in ...
Key Highlights Rising Bitcoin prices and falling funding costs could create a positive cycle for Bitcoin-owning companies such as Strategy, according to Saylor. Greater investor interest in STRC could reduce the additional return investors demand, potentially lowering Strategy’s funding costs. Strategy remains a net Bitcoin buyer, although acquiring more $BTC would become exponentially more difficult ...
Key Highlights: Illinois may delay its 0.2% crypto tax for six months, potentially pushing back its January 1 start date. The Digital Chamber and Illinois Blockchain Association negotiated the delay with Illinois officials. The agreement still requires approval from a Sangamon County circuit court judge. Illinois Crypto Tax Could Be Delayed by Six Months Illinois ...