
CoinpaperResearch from Google and the California Institute of Technology suggests the timeline for quantum computing capabilities that could threaten Bitcoin security may be shorter than previously expected. While quantum systems are still experimental, the findings have renewed debate over how the network should prepare for a future in which quantum…

Blockchain NewsBitMEX Research has proposed a bounty-based “canary fund” aimed at the ongoing debate over how to respond to potential quantum threats to Bitcoin’s cryptography. Under the plan, coin freezes would be triggered only if someone actually demonstrates that quantum computing can crack Bitcoin’s security. How the canary works BitMEX’s system…

CointelegraphBitMEX Research has proposed an alternative to freezing quantum-vulnerable dormant Bitcoins, advocating a wait-and-see approach and a “canary fund” with a quantum bounty instead. BitMEX Research proposed a soft fork on Thursday that would only activate a full freeze of vulnerable coins if it is “proven that a quantum computer…

ZycryptoBitcoin whales have shifted from aggressive accumulation to distribution, adding pressure to an already strained market. On-chain analytics show that the cohort holding between 1,000 and 10,000 BTC has turned net sellers, with its one-year holdings moving from a gain of roughly 200,000 BTC at the 2024 bull-market peak to…

CoinpaperBlockchain analytics firm Arkham said a so called “Hyperunit whale” has nearly climbed back to breakeven on a large Ether long position worth about $635.58 million. Arkham shared the claim in a post on X, describing the trader as a “$10B Hyperunit whale.” Arkham said the account is now up…

TheNewsCryptoArthur Hayes, Co-Founder of BitMEX, just bought more Ethena (ENA) and ETHFI tokens from Galaxy Digital. This has sparked bullish sentiments across the crypto market, considering recent transfers by whale wallets had triggered liquidation concerns. ENA price prediction for early-2026, interestingly, remains bearish. ### Arthur Hayes Buys ENA and ETHFI. The Co-Founder…

CryptopolitanCrypto veteran Arthur Hayes sold millions in ETH and invested the funds in a basket of DeFi projects, primarily PENDLE, LDO, ENA, and ETHFI. Over the past two weeks, he reportedly sold 1,871 Ether tokens, worth approximately $5.53 million, and reallocated his proceeds to DeFi. He acquired nearly a million…