Author: John Smith

XRP Ledger developers released xrpld version 3.3.0 on Aug. 6, moving several protocol changes closer to possible mainnet activation.  Summary XRPL 3.3.0 introduces protocol code, but validator approval remains necessary before any mainnet activation occurs. ConfidentialTransfer would shield MPT balances and transfer amounts while preserving compliance access for authorized parties. BatchV1_1 restores atomic transaction functionality after an earlier version was halted over a security flaw. Sponsor would let third parties cover fees and reserves while users retain full account control. DynamicMPT would let issuers modify selected token properties later, supporting evolving business and compliance needs. The official GitHub release confirms…

Sui has added two NIST-approved post-quantum signature schemes to its blockchain roadmap as it prepares optional quantum-safe accounts and vaults for future network upgrades. Summary Sui plans to add two NIST approved post quantum signature schemes for accounts and smart contract vaults. Existing recovery phrases and wallet addresses can be retained when users move to quantum safe authentication. Quantum safe vaults are targeted for mainnet this year, with native accounts planned for testnet by the end of 2026. ML DSA 65 and SLH DSA are designed to protect different types of assets using separate cryptographic approaches. The announcement follows similar…

Wintermute USA has registered as a broker dealer with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and joined FINRA, giving the crypto market maker a regulated foothold in American securities markets.  Summary Wintermute USA registered with the SEC and FINRA, formally entering regulated U.S. securities markets nationwide. The broker dealer can trade equities, equity options and provide proprietary liquidity across national exchanges. Wintermute can pursue authorized participant roles for ETPs, including products tied directly to digital assets. CEO Evgeny Gaevoy says Wintermute targets Wall Street market makers within three to five years. Tokenized equities remain a future expansion area, subject to…

Rarible has launched its NFT marketplace on Solana after months of development, naming Claynosaurz as its first featured collection. Summary Rarible is now live on Solana following several months of building and testing. Claynosaurz became the marketplace’s first featured Solana NFT collection. Rarible plans to add more Solana collections and marketplace features in the coming weeks. The expansion comes as EU lawmakers consider clearer rules for NFTs and other crypto sectors. Rarible expands its marketplace to Solana Rarible announced the launch on Thursday, marking its latest expansion beyond the blockchain networks already supported by its NFT marketplace. We have a…

Canaan has authorized management to sell part of its Bitcoin and Ethereum holdings to finance share repurchases under an existing $30 million program. Summary Canaan’s crypto treasury was worth about $130 million as of Aug. 3. The miner held 1,915 BTC and 3,952 ETH at the end of June. Canaan had spent $2 million on buybacks as of May 19. Its Nasdaq-listed shares must regain the $1 minimum bid price by Jan. 11, 2027. Canaan opens crypto treasury to fund buybacks Nasdaq-listed Bitcoin miner Canaan has authorized management to monetize part of its digital asset treasury and use the proceeds…

Bitcoin fell below $65,000 on Thursday after stronger-than-expected U.S. jobless claims data reinforced concerns that the Federal Reserve could keep interest rates elevated. Summary Bitcoin traded at $64,384, down 0.69% after failing to close above $65,000. Initial U.S. jobless claims reached 199,000, below economists’ forecast of 204,000. BTC found immediate support near $64,000, while $64,800–$65,000 remains resistance. Further evidence of labor market strength could affect Federal Reserve rate expectations. Bitcoin price rejected near $65,000 According to data from crypto.news, Bitcoin (BTC) price traded at $64,384.27 at press time, marking a 0.69% decline over the previous 24 hours. The pullback followed…

Michael Saylor said ChatGPT helped him design the preferred stock financing model that enabled Strategy to raise about $15 billion for its Bitcoin-focused balance sheet. Summary Saylor credited ChatGPT with helping develop Strategy’s preferred stock financing structure. Strategy raised about $15 billion through the securities and related capital-market activity. The company reported holding 842,138 BTC as of Aug. 2 after selling 1,638 BTC. Saylor said workers should use AI to extend their abilities rather than compete with automation. ChatGPT helped shape Strategy’s financing plan Strategy Executive Chairman Michael Saylor said he used ChatGPT to explore and develop a preferred stock…

Telegram trading bots let users buy and sell tokens directly from a chat interface. This guide explains how they work, which bots dominate the market, and what risks come with handing a bot your private key. Summary Telegram trading bots are automated tools that connect to decentralized exchanges through the Telegram messaging app, letting users swap tokens, snipe new listings, and set limit orders without using a traditional wallet interface The leading bots by volume include Banana Gun, Maestro, Unibot, BONKbot, and Trojan, each handling hundreds of millions of dollars in weekly trading volume across Ethereum, Solana, and Base These…

Ethereum Foundation is recruiting a protocol security researcher to use artificial intelligence, fuzz testing, and manual audits to find vulnerabilities across Ethereum’s core infrastructure. Summary The researcher will examine Ethereum’s execution, consensus, networking, specifications, and client software. Responsibilities include AI-assisted vulnerability mining, hard fork reviews, fuzzing, audits, and disclosure coordination. The global remote opening follows the Foundation’s decision to cut 54 roles during a broader restructuring. Ethereum’s security team recently confirmed that its AI agents had identified real protocol bugs. Ethereum security role covers the full protocol According to the job posting, the researcher will join the Ethereum Foundation’s Protocol…

A reported $3.58 million outflow from the Bitwise XRP ETF drew attention on Aug. 6 after social media accounts described the move as an unusual sale by the asset manager.  Summary Bitwise’s XRP ETF reportedly recorded $3.58 million in net redemptions during Wednesday’s U.S. trading session. Official Bitwise data showed 293.9 million XRP held by the trust through August 4, 2026. ETF outflows reflect shareholder redemptions and do not establish a discretionary bearish decision by Bitwise. The trust may distribute XRP in kind or sell tokens to satisfy cash redemption orders. XRP traded near $1.07, remaining roughly 70% below its…