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Experts Warn of Accelerating Quantum Threat Due to AI
Experts warn that AI is accelerating the quantum threat to cryptography, potentially compromising the security of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto
AI Accelerates Quantum Threat to Crypto, Experts Caution
Experts warn that the intersection of AI and quantum computing is accelerating threats to digital security, necessitating urgent adaptations in the crypto industry.
James Park5 min - Crypto
William Mougayar Defends Ethereum Foundation Against Community Criticism
William Mougayar defends the Ethereum Foundation, asserting it fulfills its intended purpose amid community criticism regarding its role and ETH performance.
James Park1 min - Crypto
StablR's EURR and USDR Stablecoins Lose Peg After $2.8 Million Hack
StablR's stablecoins EURR and USDR lost their peg after a hack that stole $2.8 million, raising concerns about key management and response times.
Sarah Chen1 min - Crypto
Addresses Linked to BitMine Acquire 60,000 ETH
Addresses linked to BitMine have acquired 60,000 ETH worth around $125.9 million, according to Lookonchain analysts.
Sarah Chen1 min - Crypto
Everyday Traders Shift Focus as Crypto Matures
As institutional investors take a larger role in crypto, retail traders are losing interest, leading them to shift their focus toward traditional assets.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
OKX Launches Regulated Oil Perpetual Futures to Compete with Hyperliquid
OKX is launching regulated oil perpetual futures for non-U.S. traders, enhancing competition with Hyperliquid amid ongoing investigations into suspicious oil trading.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
HTX's Monthly Futures Volume Approaches $100 Billion
HTX's April report reveals a surge in futures trading volume nearing $100 billion and significant growth in stablecoin reserves and new token listings.
James Park2 min - Crypto
NEAR Protocol Rises 19.4% as CoinDesk 20 Index Remains Steady
NEAR Protocol has experienced a significant rise of 19.4%, while the CoinDesk 20 Index remains unchanged. Internet Computer (ICP) also saw a gain of 4.3%.
Sarah Chen2 min - Crypto
Polymarket Confirms Private Key Compromise
Polymarket has confirmed a private key compromise affecting its UMA CTF Adapter contract, leading to significant fund withdrawals.
Aisha Patel1 min - Crypto
Ethereum Foundation Proposes New $1 Billion Organization
Dankrad Feist proposes a new $1 billion organization to support Ethereum, citing EF's dwindling influence and recent leadership departures.
Marcus Reid2 min - Crypto
NEAR Protocol Soars 28% Amid Privacy, AI, and Scaling Developments
NEAR Protocol's token surged 28% in 24 hours and nearly 45% over the week, driven by privacy, AI, and scalability upgrades.
Mercation Admin3 min