Algorand is planning new accounts and consensus mechanisms designed to be resistant to the cryptography-breaking threat of quantum computers.
Microsoft warns users of ‘Crypto Clipper’ malware spread via USB drives
The malware blends data theft with remote code execution, “turning a financially motivated stealer into a lightweight backdoor,” Microsoft said.
US crypto ETFs are pulling Bitcoiners into TradFi: BlackRock’s Jay Jacobs
The merger of crypto, decentralized finance and traditional finance is being referred to as the “Great Convergence” at BlackRock.
Celsius’ Mashinsky gets permanent trading ban in CFTC settlement
The US commodities watchdog has settled with Celsius founder Alex Mashinsky, ending the agency’s first-ever case against a crypto lending platform.
Ether analysts predict another ‘selling wave’ as ETH struggles to overcome $1.7K
Exchange inflows, slumping demand and a 31% drop in Ether futures open interest may signal that another wave of selling could hit ETH.
Bitcoin decouples from tech stocks: Is $60K BTC’s next stop?
Bitcoin’s slump accelerated as capital rotated further into the AI sector, raising the odds of a BTC price drop below $60,000.
US regulators push user ID requirements for stablecoin issuers akin to regulated banks
The proposed rules by US government agencies suggested that stablecoin issuers be subject to customer identification program requirements under the Bank Secrecy Act, the same as regulated financial firms.
Malta proposes DeFi rulebook covering DAOs under MiCA-era framework
The Maltese regulator is seeking industry feedback on a legal framework for software-governed organizations, arguing that many DeFi projects are not fully decentralized.
Custodia, Vantage propose token that toggles between bank deposits and stablecoins
The proposed system aims to connect traditional banking infrastructure with blockchain-based payment networks with banks retaining customer deposits.
Ireland mulls crypto safeguards in response to financial risks
For the first time in seven years, the Irish government released an assessment related to digital assets, noting risks from money laundering, terrorism financing, sanctions violations and bribery.