WalletConnect’s Pedro Gomes joined Decrypt to talk Smart Sessions, the establishment of the WalletConnect Foundation and the WCT token.
Security professionals and X users have pushed back against Musk’s assertion Monday that a DDoS attack on X originated in Ukraine.
In a recent Bitcoin Policy Institute event speech, Michael Saylor aligned closely with Major Jason Lowery’s ‘SoftWar’ thesis, framing Bitcoin as a critical defense mechanism rather than simply a financial asset. Saylor emphasized Bitcoin’s role as a “digital defense system,” equating its open, decentralized energy flow to the strategic military defense of cyberspace. Echoing Lowery’s […]
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StarkWare has established a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, committing to holding a growing share of its treasury in BTC as part of its broader push to integrate the flagship crypto into its Starknet Layer 2 network. While it has not disclosed the size of its holdings, CEO Eli Ben-Sasson said the company is leading by example, […]
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A recent ruling from the Second Circuit Court of Appeals in a Uniswap Labs case reaffirms that neutral, decentralized software creators should not be held liable for third-party misuse of that technology. According to an article from the DeFi Education Fund, the decision strengthens legal protections for decentralized finance (DeFi) developers and marks a significant […]
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Research shows that AI computational power has doubled every 3.4 months since 2012, compared to the two-year cycle defined by Moore’s Law. This accelerated pace breaks from traditional computing’s predictable path. Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang characterized AI’s progression as closer to “Moore’s Law squared.” Practically, AI has advanced approximately 100,000x within a decade, a pace […]
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Holesky, an Ethereum testnet, has regained finality after nearly two weeks of instability. The network’s disruption had stalled testing for the anticipated Pectra upgrade, delaying progress on the upcoming hard fork. However, with Holesky now operational, EthPandaOps, a group of Ethereum developers, confirmed that validators could resume Pectra testing on the testnet. The developers also […]
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Blockchain technology could help improve the speed and lower the cost of cash transfers from migrant workers, Bilal bin Saqib said in an interview.
Nasdaq plans to introduce 24-hour trading by the second half of 2026, a move that mirrors the crypto market’s nonstop activity. Nasdaq President Tal Cohen confirmed the development on March 7, stating that discussions are underway with regulators, market participants, and infrastructure providers. The goal is to extend trading hours to five days a week […]
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World (formerly known as Worldcoin) has unveiled World Chat, a new messaging tool integrated into the World App. According to a March 6 announcement, this “Mini App” allows users to send messages and transact crypto within the World Network, enhancing communication and digital transactions. Mini Apps are lightweight web-based applications integrated within the World App. […]
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Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong signaled growing interest in tokenized securities amid the shifting regulatory landscape under the Trump administration. Speaking at the Morgan Stanley Technology, Media, and Telecom Conference earlier this week, Armstrong suggested that renewed dialogue with regulators could lead to advancements in tokenized assets, which would allow traditional financial instruments to be represented […]
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Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev believes that blockchain technology will eventually underpin stock trading, arguing that crypto’s infrastructure could make financial markets more accessible, cost-efficient, and resilient. Tenev made the statement during a fireside chat, where he outlined how integrating stocks with blockchain networks could remove many inefficiencies in traditional trading systems, allowing assets to trade […]
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Ethereum’s much-anticipated Pectra upgrade has encountered another hurdle, this time on the Sepolia testnet. Tim Beiko, Ethereum Foundation’s Protocol Support Lead, disclosed the latest complication in a March 5 post on X. He explained that the problem stems from a custom deposit contract on Sepolia, which has disrupted some execution layer (EL) clients. The malfunction […]
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Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian has joined a bid to acquire TikTok’s US operations, a move led by billionaire Frank McCourt with plans to integrate blockchain technology into the platform. On March 4, Ohanian confirmed his involvement in the bid through a post on X. He is joining as a strategic adviser, leveraging his experience in […]
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University scientists converted everyday waste into sorbents that produce nearly four gallons of water daily with minimal energy.
Ethereum’s upcoming Pectra upgrade faced an unexpected challenge on Feb. 24 that impacted its testing on the Holesky testnet. On Feb. 27, Tim Beiko, Ethereum Foundation Protocol Support Lead, explained that the failure resulted from execution clients—Geth, Nethermind, and Besu—using incorrect deposit contract addresses. This misconfiguration triggered an execution layer (EL) bug, leading to chain splits. […]
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Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has stressed the urgent need for enhanced wallet security solutions to reduce crypto losses caused by inaccessible funds. On Feb. 28, Buterin shared his concerns on X, pointing out that a lot of lost crypto stems from users being locked out of their wallets rather than theft. Buterin said: “There’s also […]
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El Salvador has introduced a new artificial intelligence (AI) law to foster innovation while ensuring responsible development and regulatory oversight. On Feb. 28, the country’s National Bitcoin Office confirmed the legislation’s approval, highlighting its role in integrating AI into key sectors while maintaining data security and ethical standards. This new legal framework establishes clear guidelines […]
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Ethereum Layer 2 network, Coinbase-backed Base, has introduced three key innovations to improve blockchain scalability and usability. According to a Feb. 27 blog post, these tools—Flashblocks, Smart Wallet Sub Accounts, and Base Appchains—seek to simplify blockchain development while enhancing transaction efficiency. Base explained that these tools highlight its focus on expanding the on-chain economy through […]
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Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin is advocating for deeper research into the Poseidon hash function as the network explores ways to improve zero-knowledge (ZK) proof efficiency. In a Feb. 26 post on X, Buterin encouraged cryptographers to participate in a security analysis program for Poseidon while quoting a message that extended the funding application deadline to […]
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Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino discussed the company’s digital dollar, AI development, and brain-computer interfaces in an interview with Black Box, which he says is “probably the podcast I’m most proud of. It talks about… the risks for our society and humanity. ” Initially broadcast in his native Italian, Ardoino began by explaining how Tether uses blockchain to […]
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XRP Ledger (XRPL) has outlined a strategic roadmap to enhance institutional DeFi and programmability within its ecosystem. This initiative focuses on integrating compliance-driven solutions, expanding lending capabilities, and introducing innovative tokenization tools to solidify XRPL’s role in institutional finance. With these advancements, financial institutions will gain new opportunities to tokenize real-world assets (RWAs), utilize stablecoins […]
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Hamster Kombat, a Telegram-based tap-to-earn gaming platform, has unveiled Hamster Network, its Layer-2 blockchain built on The Open Network (TON). This marks a significant step toward improving scalability and reducing Web3 gaming and decentralized applications (dApps) costs. Hamster Network Hamster Network is the first gaming-focused Layer-2 solution on TON. The blockhain network is designed to […]
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Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson has outlined a strategy to secure the network in a post-quantum world. In a Feb. 20 broadcast, he emphasized the urgency of adapting blockchain systems as quantum computing advances. Hoskinson’s comments come as he praises Microsoft’s Majorana 1 quantum chip. The Cardano founder said the technology is one of the most […]
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The European Central Bank (ECB) is working to establish a blockchain-based payment system that will allow financial institutions to settle transactions using central bank money, Bloomberg News reported on Feb. 20. ECB executive board member Piero Cipollone said the project is a step toward improving financial market efficiency through innovation. Phased approach The project will […]
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Microsoft has introduced its Majorana 1 quantum chip amid continued discussion on Bitcoin Improvement Proposal 360 (BIP-360), which outlines measures to protect against quantum threats. Microsoft’s new chip encodes quantum information using topological qubits based on Majorana zero modes that store data in nonlocal states, a design that reduces error susceptibility by requiring simultaneous interference […]
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Microsoft's Majorana 1 processor uses topological superconductivity to potentially scale quantum computing to 1 million qubits
The Ethereum Foundation (EF) announced on Feb. 19 a new interoperability initiative called the Open Intents Framework to streamline cross-chain transactions across Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM)-compatible networks fueled by intents. The project will tackle the inefficiencies that arise from navigating the increasingly fragmented Ethereum layer-2 (L2) ecosystem. Hyperlane and BootNode support the initiative, which is […]
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Tether is moving to expand its ownership in Adecoagro, a South American agribusiness and energy company. According to a Feb. 18 statement, the stablecoin issuer submitted a non-binding proposal on Feb. 14, offering to purchase the remaining common shares of the agribusiness at $12.41 per share. If approved, this acquisition would raise Tether’s stake from […]
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While tech giant Apple is rumored to be working on humanoid and other home robots, analysts say production won’t begin before 2028—if at all.