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Circle's Layer-1 blockchain Arc will launch at mainnet with an opt-in post-quantum signature scheme protecting users' wallets from day one, as the USDC issuer warns that Q-Day could arrive by 2030 or sooner. Summary Arc will debut with a post-quantum signature scheme at mainnet launch, giving u

China's Cyberspace Administration has ordered Apple to pull Jack Dorsey's Bitchat from its China App Store, citing regulations that require apps with "social mobilization" capabilities to pass a government security assessment before launch. Summary The Cyberspace Administration of China told Ap

The crypto market is getting ready to experience a significant token release in early April, and several high-profile projects are to issue a part of their circulating supply. These unlocks would be monitored in multiple ecosystems and potentially open up new liquidity, as well as cause a

The essay discusses advancements in machine learning for Bitcoin transaction classification, highlights Zcash's increasing use of shielded transactions, and outlines the growth of decentralized liquidity in bypassing KYC. It also covers Zcash's post-quantum initiatives and its recent organizational restructuring.

LunarCrush's report on Real-World Assets (RWAs) reveals Elysia ($EL) as the leader in social activity, followed by Internet Computer ($ICP). The rankings are based on posts, interactions, and social dominance, showcasing strong engagement among top projects.

Chaos Labs is exiting Aave, highlighting internal friction over the protocol's evolving strategy and a misalignment in risk management. Despite its successful track record, the firm cites unsustainable economics and increased operational complexity as reasons for departure, raising concerns about Aave's future risk management.

Online gambling has evolved fast, and today players are no longer choosing only between slots and table games. They are also choosing between systems. On one side, you have regulated online casinos that work through banks and fiat currencies. On the other hand, crypto casinos that lean on

Polymarket plans to launch a new USDC-backed collateral token, Polymarket USD, as part of a comprehensive platform upgrade. This move aims to enhance control over settlement and liquidity. The potential introduction of a POLY token for governance could further refine market integrity, following controversies in its current governance system.

Io.net offers a decentralized solution for AI computing, addressing the rising costs faced by developers. It provides affordable, on-demand GPU capacity, aiming to bridge the gap for smaller innovators in a market dominated by high expenditure.

Bitcoin's value surged past $70,000 amid a broader stock market rally, with a nearly 4% increase in 24 hours. Contrarian bulls highlight recent market signals, but uncertainty about the true bottom persists as mining companies sell off holdings.

An appeals court ruled Monday that New Jersey could not temporarily ban prediction market provider Kalshi, giving the platform a much-needed win against an onslaught of state enforcement actions. A Third Circuit Court of Appeals panel ruled in a 2-1 vote that the state could not bring an enforcemen

JPMorgan (JPM) CEO Jamie Dimon said the bank must move faster to keep up with blockchain-based competitors as tokenization reshapes parts of the financial system, according to his annual letter to shareholders. “A whole new set of competitors is emerging based on blockchain, which includes

OpenAI Chief Executive Sam Altman said U.S. policymakers must act now to prepare for advanced artificial intelligence, warning that the technology is moving from theory into daily economic use. In an interview with Axios, Altman said AI systems already handle coding and research tasks that once

Circle Internet Group minted $3.25 billion in USDC on the Solana blockchain, marking the largest weekly issuance in 2026. This move reflects Circle's strategy to enhance USDC's accessibility and capitalize on Solana's speed and low fees amid rising stablecoin demand.