Bitcoin developer and Hashcash creator Adam Back has responded to concerns raised by Nic Carter regarding a possible quantum computing milestone in 2029. Summary Adam Back rejects claims that 2029 quantum computing threatens Bitcoin’s cryptographic security. Google quantum timeline seen as research milestone, not practical tool for breaking Bitcoin encryption. Bitcoin developers work on post-quantum
A breach at web infrastructure provider Vercel is forcing crypto teams to rotate API keys and do a deep inspection of their underlying code. In a bulletin, Vercel said the hacker was able to grab behind-the-scenes settings that weren’t locked down, potentially exposing API keys — the digital credentials apps use to connect to other
World has rolled out upgrades to its World ID protocol, positioning it as a wider digital identity layer for online verification. Summary World ID now serves 18 million users across 160 countries with identity verification tools. System uses biometric scanning and cryptography to confirm humans without storing personal data. New features aim to block bots,
Bitcoin price soared above $77,000 this morning after Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz completely open under a new ceasefire framework and President Donald Trump amplified the message with a post that highlighted full passage through the waterway. The move sharpened an existing risk-on rotation across global markets and pushed the largest cryptocurrency back toward
XRP exchange-traded products have recorded their strongest weekly inflows of the year. Summary XRP ETFs recorded $55.39 million in weekly inflows, the highest level seen in 2026. Institutional investors increased exposure after XRP price rose more than 7 percent last week. Analysts note XRP remains within long-term bullish structure despite short-term market volatility signals. The
U.S. President Donald Trump has accused Iran of breaching a ceasefire agreement. Summary Trump accused Iran of ceasefire violation following reports of activity in Strait of Hormuz. Iran denied allegations and claimed United States actions breached agreement under international law frameworks. Bitcoin price showed volatility, dropping from recent highs amid rising geopolitical uncertainty and market
Monero (XMR) has reached its 12-year milestone since its launch in 2014. Summary Monero celebrates 12 years since launch in 2014 as leading privacy-focused cryptocurrency network. Network hides sender, receiver, and amount using cryptographic tools like Ring Confidential Transactions. Despite over 70 exchange delistings, Monero maintains active users and steady market participation. The project has
As readers of this newsletter may be aware, Congress has spent the past few months debating market structure legislation, but crypto policy discussions encompass so many more issues than just the one: taxes, decentralized finance regulations, the midterm election, states and so much more. CoinDesk’s Consensus Miami conference next month is going to examine each
Ethereum has become the center of discussion after a statement suggested that banks could rely on its network in the future. Summary Raoul Pal claims Ethereum could become core infrastructure used by banks in future financial systems. Bill Morgan reacts as crypto community debates whether banks will adopt Ethereum technology widely. Discussion follows FXRP transfer
Bitcoin proxy stock Strategy surged over 12% today as the price of bitcoin roared above 77,000 dollars, extending a volatile week for crypto markets against the backdrop of war and fragile diplomacy in the Middle East. The move added to the gains Strategy has notched in April after the company highlighted a 1.3 billion dollar
