Experts say XRP’s design leaves a smaller share of its supply exposed to a potential quantum attack than Bitcoin. An Armor Against Quantum Attacks? Following the recent spike of the crypto quantum-panic or “quantum FUD” (fear, uncertainty and doubt) after Google’s “doomsday” whitepaper, many crypto developers are analysts have taken into the job of running tests to make sure their coins are safe. Others are already writing up safety post-quantum protocols and proofs. Vet, XRP Ledger dUNL validator and long‑time XRPL contributor, shared on a post on the social network…
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Aethir Stops Bridge Hack After Contract Exploit
Aethir, a decentralized GPU cloud infrastructure designed for artificial intelligence, confirmed an attack on its bridge contracts and said it halted the exploit. The platform said Friday that it had detected and contained an attack on its Aethir (ATH) bridge contracts connecting Ethereum to other chains. The team behind Aethir said it promptly disconnected the compromised contracts upon detection and worked with major exchanges to blacklist tracked wallets, limiting losses to under $90,000. The update came the day after the blockchain analytics platform PeckShield reported an exploit of Aethir’s cross-chain…
Covenant AI Leaves Bittensor Amid Decentralization Concerns, TAO Drops 18%
Bittensor subnet developer Covenant AI said Friday that it is leaving the decentralized artificial intelligence network, accusing Bittensor of operating under a concentrated governance structure that undermines its decentralization claims. In a Friday post on X, Covenant AI founder Sam Dare said the team could no longer build on or raise for Bittensor because its governance was not meaningfully distributed. “It is decentralization theatre,” Dare said. “Jacob Steeves maintains effective control over the triumvirate, resists any meaningful transfer of authority, and deploys changes unilaterally whenever he chooses, without process and…
Bitcoin ETF Hype Hits Ceiling, Sharp Drop Risk Emerges: Analyst
Gold has quietly outrun Bitcoin by a wide margin — and one Wall Street analyst says that gap tells the real story of where markets are headed. Related Reading Bitcoin’s ETF Gains Pale Against Gold’s Run Since the launch of US spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds in early 2024, BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust helped push Bitcoin’s price up roughly 50%. Gold, over the same stretch, climbed about 135%. That performance gap is central to the argument being made by Mike McGlone, senior commodity strategist at Bloomberg Intelligence, who says capital may…
The Fake Website That Triggered an Arrest in the CoinDCX Case
Key takeaways Impersonation scams can be low-tech yet highly effective, using fake websites that closely mimic trusted cryptocurrency platforms to deceive users. The CoinDCX case shows how a 7.16 million rupee fraud complaint escalated into legal action before it was identified as an impersonation case. The fake domain coindcx.pro, not the real platform, was used to mislead the victim and carry out the fraud. Scammers built a complete fake ecosystem using websites, Telegram channels and social media to create credibility. While coverage of the cryptocurrency industry often focuses on market…
Hong Kong Issues First Stablecoin Issuer Licenses
Update April 10, 2026, 10 am UTC: This article has been updated to add more details from the announcement. Hong Kong has granted its first stablecoin issuer licenses, approving Anchorpoint Financial and the Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation under a new regulatory framework overseen by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA). The HKMA announced the initial batch of licensees on Friday, marking the first approvals under its stablecoin regime. Anchorpoint Financial is the stablecoin joint venture formed by Standard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong), Animoca Brands and Hong Kong Telecommunications. The…
VALR and Onafriq Pioneer Direct Local Currency Funding for African Crypto Users – Africa Bitcoin News
Key Takeaways: VALR and Onafriq integrated to allow mobile money funding across 43 African markets in 2026. Mobile money added $190 billion to GDP in 2023, making this Onafriq deal vital for local growth. Over 1.7 million VALR users can now access Bitcoin and tokenized gold via 1 billion mobile wallets. Expanding Financial Access Through Mobile Networks Cryptocurrency exchange VALR announced a strategic partnership with digital payments gateway Onafriq to enable African users to fund their wallets using mobile money in local currencies. By bypassing traditional banking hurdles, the collaboration…
While Risks Remain, Compliance Advances in Latam – Crypto News Bitcoin News
Key Takeaways: TRM Labs reports stablecoins drive 95% of illicit Latam inflows, forcing VASPs to upgrade tech next. The Sinaloa Cartel laundered $103B in 2025, pushing governments to enforce upcoming AML laws. Following these reports, Latam countries are enhancing their compliance standards. TRM Labs: Regulation is Narrowing Threat Windows In Latam Crypto regulations are advancing internationally, and Latam is not an exception, even with numerous documented threats. According to TRM Labs, a blockchain intelligence firm, regulations are coming to make cryptocurrency transactions and flows more secure in the region. In…
Australia’s Own Impact Analysis Undercuts Landmark Gambling Ad Crackdown as New Zealand Delays Similar Action – iGaming Bitcoin News
Key Takeaways: Australia’s OIA projects ad restrictions will cut gambling spending by AUD 62.7M, or 0.8 percent A full ban the government rejected would have reduced losses by 1.4 percent per year New Zealand’s DIA says it will monitor Australia’s reforms before pursuing similar restrictions A Sweeping Package That May Not Satisfy Any Stakeholder The Office of Impact Analysis published its 48-page assessment on April 7, nearly three years after a parliamentary inquiry led by the late Labor MP Peta Murphy recommended a comprehensive ban on online gambling advertising. Prime…
Solana Price At Risk As ‘Consolidation Trap’ Emerges – $52 Next?
Amid the recent market recovery, Solana (SOL) has jumped roughly 10% from last week’s lows, reclaiming the $82 level and retesting a major resistance. However, some market observers have warned that the rally could be short-lived if the cryptocurrency doesn’t turn a key level into support in the coming days. Related Reading Solana Price In ‘Consolidation Trap’ On Thursday, Solana surged 2.5% to try to reclaim the $84 area after losing this area on Wednesday night. The altcoin has been trading between the $76-$92 levels since February, moving within the…