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U.S. Proposes Commission on Quantum Computing
Congressmen Mike Lawler and Pat Ryan have introduced a bill to create a commission focused on quantum computing and its impact on U.S. national security.
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Franklin Templeton Seeks Approval for Bitcoin Dividend ETFs
Franklin Templeton has filed to launch two ETFs that will reinvest U.S. stock dividends into Bitcoin, tracking new VettaFi indices.
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US Regulators to Review Rules for Crypto Derivatives
US regulators are seeking public input on crypto derivatives definitions amid a conflict with CME Group over perpetual futures.
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Digital Credit Market Faces Major Selloff as Strive CEO Attributes Decline to Leverage Liquidations
The digital credit market faced a significant selloff attributed to leverage liquidations, according to Strive Asset Management CEO Matt Cole, who emphasized the underlying credit quality remains stable.
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Amazon Employees File Complaint Over Internal Investigation
Three Amazon engineers have complained about an internal investigation linked to their support for a data center moratorium in Seattle.
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CryptoQuant Highlights Surge in Bitcoin Microtransactions
CryptoQuant reports that microtransactions now dominate Bitcoin's network activity, comprising 80% of daily transactions, up from 44% in 2023.
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Microsoft Discovers Malware Targeting Crypto Wallets via USB
Microsoft has identified a malware strain that targets crypto wallets via USB sticks, capturing sensitive data and replacing wallet addresses to facilitate theft.
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Algorand Unveils Post-Quantum Security Plan by 2027
Algorand Foundation has announced a roadmap for achieving post-quantum security by 2027, with key updates starting in 2026.
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Europe Faces USDT Shortage: What’s Next After MiCA Transition
The end of the MiCA transitional period raises questions about USDT's future in Europe, impacting liquidity and market dynamics.
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Ireland to Strengthen Crypto Asset Origin Verification
Ireland is set to enhance the verification of crypto asset origins due to significant risks of money laundering and terrorist financing.
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Developer Warns of Funding Crisis Risk for Ethereum
Trent Van Epps warns that the Ethereum ecosystem may face a funding crisis in the coming months due to reduced treasury capabilities and the end of key funding programs.
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Sandia and Quantinuum Reveal Metrics for 98-Qubit Helios
Sandia National Laboratories and Quantinuum have published metrics for their 98-qubit quantum computer, Helios, showcasing impressive accuracy and reliability.
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