Google slashes quantum cracking estimates by 20X creating $600 billion countdown for Bitcoin and Ethereum
A new paper from Google Quantum AI has sharply reduced the estimated hardware required to crack elliptic-curve cryptography used by Bitcoin and much of Ethereum, moving a long-running security debate closer to market terms. At current market prices, the quantum computing risks could affect more than $600 billion in Bitcoin, Ethereum, and stablecoins. The paper, […]
Google: Quantum Computing Could Crack Top 1,000 ETH Wallets in Days
Google’s quantum computing team has published a white paper detailing how a sufficiently advanced quantum computer could crack the private keys of Ethereum’s 1,000 wealthiest wallets in under 9 days, directly risking more than 20 million ETH. In addition, the paper introduced a timeline that researchers say no longer allows room for complacency. What Google’s […]
Mercado Libre shuts down Mercado Coin, ending its loyalty-driven crypto experiment
Starting April 17, users will no longer be able to buy, sell or earn cashback in Mercado Coin, but can sell, spend, or have the token converted to local currency.
Google’s New Quantum Research Reignites Push to Harden Bitcoin
Bitcoin Magazine Google’s New Quantum Research Reignites Push to Harden Bitcoin A new research paper from Google has intensified debate over whether Bitcoin can adapt in time to withstand advances in quantum computing, pushing developers and investors to confront a risk long treated as theoretical. Google’s quantum division said this week in a new whitepaper […]
Bitfarms targets zero bitcoin on the balance sheet as it pivots to AI
The company is actively selling bitcoin and redeploying capital into AI-focused data centers as part of a broader transformation away from mining.
Best Cryptos to Buy Now for Strong Gains — BTC, ETH, and SOL
The crypto market keeps drawing attention from investors seeking strong returns. Many coins promise growth, yet only a few show real staying power. Smart choices require a clear view of utility, adoption, and long-term value. Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana stand out for different reasons. Each offers unique strengths and risks. This guide breaks down why […]
Crypto gains political clout among 80% of UK young voters
A Coinbase Institute survey suggests crypto has become the financial starting point for most 16-25-year-olds in the UK, as digital assets become a powerful credibility test for political parties.
XRP Struggles at $1.31: Is the Bottom Here or Just a Temporary Dip?
On Tuesday, March 31, XRP has seen a decline in the last 24 hours, which is a continuation of its struggles in the market. Although there has been some increase in trading volume, XRP is still having a hard time, having decreased in the past week. As of press time, XRP is trading at $1.31,
NEAR Protocol (NEAR) Price Slides: Will $1.16 Support Hold or Break?
NEAR Protocol (NEAR) is facing renewed pressure as its price declines by nearly 2.3% today, March 31, 2026. The token is trading at $1.17, reflecting sustained weakness across the broader market. The latest move reinforces a short-term bearish trend that has been developing over the past several sessions. According to CoinMarketCap data, the token has
Senator Questions SEC Over Treatment of Trump Crypto Firms
Senator Richard Blumenthal sent a formal letter to SEC Chairman Paul Atkins on Monday, demanding records and communications related to enforcement decisions involving Trump-linked crypto firms, including why the agency settled fraud charges against Tron founder Justin Sun for just $10 million after three years of litigation. The letter, addressed to Atkins in his capacity […]
Zcash Price Prediction: Satoshi Plus Consensus for Scaling Layer?
Zcash price is trading around $248 after a +9% surge in the last 48 hours, and even with bullish prediction, there’s tension. The very upgrade that could redefine Zcash utility is still months from launch. The relief bounce is real, yet technicals suggest the ceiling may be closer than the bulls want to admit. The […]
US Labor Department Proposes Opening 401(k) Plans to Crypto
The U.S. Department of Labor released a proposed rule Monday that would open 401(k) retirement accounts to cryptocurrencies and other alternative assets – a direct implementation of President Trump’s August executive order and a structural shift that puts up to $12 trillion in retirement capital within reach of digital asset markets for the first time […]