The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) has raised alarms over a potential quantum computing threat to Bitcoin (BTC), describing it in a recent article as “a time bomb waiting to explode.” The article addresses the possibility of advances in quantum computing posing a risk to Bitcoin’s security and potentially becoming a threat to the entire blockchain […]
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Satonomy has launched a beta platform designed to simplify the management of Bitcoin-native assets like UTXOs, Ordinals, Runes, and rare sats to address long-standing barriers to adoption, according to a Dec. 23 statement shared with CryptoSlate. The platform aims to provide a seamless experience, empowering users to consolidate, optimize, and manage their Bitcoin holdings through […]
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Nokia has reportedly applied for a patent focused on encrypting digital assets, local Chinese media outlet Sina Finance reported on Dec. 23. The patent was reportedly filed in June 2024, and the application was published under CN119155674. According to the report, the technology encrypts assets using a first key that creates a secure data version. […]
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A Nokia patent application shows that the company may be moving into digital asset encryption.
Hyperliquid, a layer-1 decentralized leveraged trading platform, saw its total value locked (TVL) plummet by over $1 billion in the past week. This drop follows reports of suspicious activity tied to North Korean hackers. According to CryptoSlate’s data, this has also resulted in a steep 20% fall in Hyperliquid’s native token value over the last […]
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Marathon Digital Holdings is redefining the narrative around Bitcoin mining by repurposing its excess heat to benefit communities in Finland. In a Dec. 20 statement on X, the company said it provides heating for approximately 80,000 residents through a forward-thinking approach that merges innovation and environmental responsibility. This success builds on a pilot project launched […]
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Shiba Inu has taken a significant step forward by partnering with Chainlink to enhance cross-chain functionality and data integration across its ecosystem, according to a Dec. 19 statement. This collaboration introduces cutting-edge interoperability features and positions the Shiba Inu network for broader adoption. Unlocking cross-chain potential The collaboration integrates Chainlink’s Cross-Chain Token (CCT) standard into […]
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The Bavarian State Office for Data Protection Supervision (BayLDA) has ordered Worldcoin to implement stricter privacy measures after concluding its investigation into the company’s biometric data practices. Worldcoin (WLD) has been instructed to provide a GDPR-compliant data deletion process within one month. The BayLDA also required the company to obtain explicit user consent for certain […]
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Deutsche Bank is building a layer-2 blockchain based on Ethereum to solve the regulatory hurdles financial institutions face using public blockchains, Bloomberg News reported on Dec. 17. The platform, dubbed Project Dama 2, represents the German banking giant’s attempt to harness blockchain technology’s potential while minimizing risks associated with public ledgers, which can often inadvertently transact […]
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The price of Bitcoin (BTC) experienced much turbulence in the past week dipping by almost 5% to reach a local bottom of $95,000 on Wednesday. While the crypto market leader has since recorded a market rebound returning to above $101,000, BTC has once again slipped into consolidation drawing much speculation on its next price movement. […]
Solana has claimed the top spot as the preferred blockchain ecosystem for new developers, eclipsing Ethereum’s dominance for the first time in nearly a decade. A report by Electric Capital highlighted that 7,625 new developers joined the Solana network in the past year, marking the first time any blockchain ecosystem has surpassed Ethereum in developer […]
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IQ today announced its Agent Tokenization Platform enabling users to create agents that hold tokens and perform operations on a blockchain. The platform introduces entities that run without centralized oversight, exerting control over their own assets and engaging with on-chain protocols under evolving governance structures. Unlike early AI agent tokens, which largely served as tools […]
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Push Protocol has announced the launch of Push Chain, a layer 1 blockchain that connects chains and integrates communication protocols with on-chain transactions. The platform’s architecture supports interactions across EVM and non-EVM ecosystems, allowing developers to access wallet states from distinct networks without relying on fragmented infrastructure. Transactions can be executed from any chain, and […]
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Crypto investor Will Harbone has launched LongGame, a $40 million venture capital fund dedicated to advancing longevity biotechnology, according to a Dec. 12 statement shared with CryptoSlate. The initiative seeks to revolutionize human health by extending healthy lifespans over three decades through investments in innovative fields like stem cell research, gene editing, and senolytics. LongGame […]
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The OORT Foundation announced the commercial launch of its OORT DataHub, a decentralized platform designed to improve data collection and labeling for artificial intelligence. The platform, which goes live on Dec. 11, aims to address longstanding challenges in AI development, including data transparency and integrity. OORT DataHub promises to reduce costs and enhance security for […]
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Coinbase’s Project Diamond has adopted the Chainlink Standard to drive institutional adoption of digital assets, according to a Dec. 10 statement shared with CryptoSlate. Project Diamond, managed by Coinbase Asset Management, focuses on serving institutional users outside the US. It leverages a comprehensive infrastructure that includes Coinbase Prime custody, the Prime Onchain Wallet, the Project […]
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DWF Labs, a prominent crypto market maker and investor, has unveiled a $20 million fund to foster the development of autonomous AI agents, according to a Dec. 10 statement. This initiative reflects the firm’s dedication to fostering next-generation solutions in artificial intelligence and blockchain ecosystems. Andrei Grachev, DWF Labs Managing Partner, said: “Autonomous AI agents […]
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The company’s board opposed the resolution, citing Bitcoin’s purported volatility as a negative factor.
DNA Holdings Venture Inc. has unveiled DNA Deal Desk, an exclusive investment platform for high-net-worth individuals, developed in collaboration with Chintai Nexusm, according to a Dec. 9 press release shared with CryptoSlate. The platform, built on Chintai’s compliance-focused Layer 1 blockchain, provides curated opportunities in the web3, artificial intelligence (AI), and cryptocurrency sectors aimed at […]
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Google has unveiled its latest innovation, the Willow quantum computing chip, stirring discussions within the crypto community about its potential impact on Bitcoin’s cryptographic security. On Dec. 9, Sundar Pichai, Google’s CEO, introduced the Willow chip as a breakthrough in quantum computing. It boasts error reduction capabilities and 105 qubits, a new computational power milestone. […]
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Toni Wahrstätter, a researcher at the Ethereum Foundation, has called for patience in addressing Ethereum’s block gas limit expansion, citing technical challenges in a Dec. 9 post. The discussion comes as the Ethereum community debates raising the gas limit, a change that could enhance network capacity but also pose risks to stability and security. Wahrstätter […]
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The rebranded Enron Corporation revealed Connor Gaydos as its new CEO and announced a January summit where it plans to release a transformative new technology that will “truly change the world forever.” The firm made the revelations in a promotional video released on Dec. 9 featuring Gaydos, who is widely recognized for his involvement in the […]
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The unofficial US head of government efficiency has declared himself a volunteer IT consultant for the Trump administration.
World’s seemingly playful jab at Spotify comes as the firm faces scrutiny.
Solana developers have proposed increasing the network’s block compute limit from 48 million to 50 million units to handle more transactions and enhance network efficiency. According to details shared on GitHub via a Solana improvement document, this incremental increase aims to improve transaction processing without compromising the network’s performance. Andrew Fitzgerald, a software developer at […]
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The Coinbase-led Travel Rule Universal Solution Technology (TRUST) has unveiled TRUSThub, a platform designed to streamline data sharing among Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs), according to a Dec. 5 statement shared with CryptoSlate. TRUSThub aims to enhance compliance capabilities and enable secure Travel Rule data exchange, even with non-members or unregulated entities. TRUST members can […]
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N1 is purported to process 100,000 transactions per second, placing it among the fastest blockchains.
Cardano’s Layer-2 protocol Hydra reached a significant milestone of surpassing 1 million transactions per second (TPS) during its Doom gaming tournament. On Dec. 4, Charles Hoskinson, the founder of Cardano, shared screenshots confirming that the network had crossed the 1 million TPS mark globally. This achievement is part of the ongoing tournament to test Hydra’s […]
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Jared Isaacman comes with deep fintech experience and a working relationship with Elon Musk and SpaceX.
Russian President Vladimir Putin said Bitcoin (BTC) and digital currencies are unstoppable, positioning them as key tools for reducing financial inefficiencies and enhancing economic stability. Putin made the statements at the Investment Forum in Moscow on Dec. 4, where he argued in favor of Bitcoin as a global reserve asset over the US dollar. He criticized […]
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