Ethereum Makes Major Cryptography Pivot to Prepare for Quantum Era

The Ethereum Foundation is abandoning the Poseidon hash function on its base layer, moving to options like SHA or BLAKE, according to researcher Justin Drake. The shift reshapes the network’s long-term plan to resist future quantum computers. Drake announced the decision on August 13, calling it the conclusion of an eight-year research effort. Ethereum Ditches […]

JPMorgan Grows Bitcoin ETF Stake to $356M, Adds XRP Exposure

JPMorgan Chase disclosed a $355.7 million stake in Blackrock’s spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) in its latest quarterly filing, alongside fresh XRP and ether exposure, even as the broader Bitcoin ETF market logged a $61 million outflow the same week. JPMorgan’s Bitcoin, Ether Holdings Climb in Q2 JPMorgan Chase & Co. filed its 13F-HR institutional […]

Bitcoin Shrugged Off Good CPI and PPI Data: Why Is BTC Still Stalling?

Bitcoin investors received what should have been a fairly supportive and positive combination of macroeconomic data in the past week, starting with the weak US jobs report last Friday. However, the asset failed to produce any significant gains, again. Moreover, it has lost some traction and is actually down on a weekly scale, currently struggling […]

FSCA South Africa Calls for Governance in Financial

In a recent statement, FSCA South Africa highlighted the critical role of leadership in fostering responsible innovation within financial institutions. Commissioner Kamlana emphasized that responsible innovation encompasses not only technological capability but also strong governance practices. This call for enhanced governance is essential as it sets the stage for how institutions can navigate regulatory landscapes […]

KRW-Denominated Tokenized Fund Proof of Concept Announced

Plume has announced a partnership with Shinhan Asset Management to develop a proof of concept for a KRW-denominated tokenized fund. This project, which links to KRW ultra-short-term bonds, aims to evaluate the technical and regulatory landscape for on-chain financial products. With the growing interest in blockchain solutions, this initiative could pave the way for innovative […]

Trezor Reports Data Breach Affecting 13,700 Customers

Trezor has reported a significant data breach at its shipping provider, affecting approximately 13,700 customers. The incident exposed sensitive information for around 11,700 users, including full names and contact details. This breach raises concerns over potential phishing and security risks, as highlighted by Binance founder CZ in a recent tweet. For more details, see the […]

Upbit to Delist STORJ and JASMY Amid Regulatory Concerns

Upbit, South Korea’s largest crypto exchange, plans to delist STORJ and JASMY trading pairs due to unresolved compliance issues. All trading support for STORJ/KRW, STORJ/BTC, and other pairs will cease at 2:00 p.m. UTC+8 on September 14, 2026. This move highlights the ongoing scrutiny facing cryptocurrencies in major markets, with potential implications for other tokens […]

Coinbase CEO Warns Rogue AI Could Hit the Internet Within 2 Years

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong expects a rogue AI model to break loose on the internet soon. He put the timeline at one to two years. He framed the scenario as a rerun of the 1988 Morris Worm rather than a civilizational threat. Why Armstrong Expects a Rogue AI Incident Soon The prediction lands after a […]