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In brief Charles Hoskinson said quantum-resistant cryptography is already standardized, but remains too slow for widespread use. He pointed to DARPA’s quantum benchmarking program as a key reference for when cryptographic risk becomes practical. Hoskinson said Cardano is exploring staged mitigations while waiting for hardware acceleration to mature. As blockchain developers debate protocol updates to counter possible future quantum attacks, Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson said the central issue is timing and not what changes to make, warning that moving too soon could carry a high cost for blockchain networks.According to Hoskinson, the cryptographic tools needed to protect blockchains from future…

Trusted Editorial content, reviewed by leading industry experts and seasoned editors. Ad Disclosure Over the last few years, Cardano has fallen into the background when it comes to decentralized finance (DeFi) participation as the likes of Solana and XRP ramped up. Solana triggered the meme coin wave that swept the market for two years, and XRP continued to push into institutional adoption with deals and partnerships, as well as regulatory compliance, while Cardano lagged behind. That is, until recently, that an anticipated launch changed the tide in favor of Cardano. The Midnight (NIGHT) Token Launch That Changed Everything Earlier this…

Key NotesTerraform Labs’ liquidator, Todd Snyder, is suing Jump Trading for $4 billion.The lawsuit alleges Jump Trading made over $1.28 billion in profit by manipulating the TerraUSD (UST) stablecoin.Jump is accused of propping up the UST peg in May 2021 in a secret deal that granted it heavily discounted LUNA tokens. Terraform Labs’ court-appointed liquidator, Todd Snyder, has filed a $4 billion lawsuit against Jump Trading, its co-founder William DiSomma, and former president Kanav Kariya. The suit, filed in an Illinois district court, alleges the high-frequency trading firm secretly manipulated the TerraUSD (UST) stablecoin for massive profits before its $40…

By Francisco Rodrigues (All times ET unless indicated otherwise)Bitcoin BTC$88,023.39 rose above $88,000 even after the Bank of Japan increased interest rates to the highest in nearly 30 years, a move that would have been expected to strengthen the yen and make the carry trade less attractive. Instead, the currency weakened on concerns the higher rates would endanger the spending plans of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, who took office in October. The yield on the 10-year Japanese government bond touched 2% for the first time since 2006.Other cryptocurrencies also advanced. Ether ETH$2,957.89 added 3.4% in the last 24 hours, though…

PI might be gearing up for a pump, while ADA and ETH seem to be at a crossroads. The past several days have been quite turbulent for Pi Network’s PI and Cardano’s ADA. In the following lines, we will touch upon their performances and outline some of the future targets (according to analysts). Ethereum (ETH) will also be in focus, as it appears to be approaching a pivotal moment that may shape its broader trend. What’s Going on With PI? The native token of Pi Network spent the past week trying to reclaim the $0.20 mark. The bulls managed to…

The bankruptcy court-appointed administrator of the Terraform Labs collapse is suing Jump Trading, accusing the high-speed trading company of illegally profiting from and contributing to the $40 billion crash, according to the Wall Street Journal.Todd Snyder, tasked with winding down what remains of the crypto empire, is seeking $4 billion in damages from the trading company, its co-founder William DiSomma and Kanav Kareiya, who began as an intern and rose to become the platform’s president. Terra’s Post-Chapter 11 X account confirmed WSJ’s story in a post on X on Friday“Jump Trading actively exploited the Terraform Labs ecosystem through manipulation, concealment,…

On December 18, 2025, the European Central Bank (ECB), under the leadership of President Christine Lagarde, shifted focus towards the rollout of a digital euro, following a decision to maintain current interest rates. This move, situated within the broader context of increasing global concerns over stablecoins, underscores a critical juncture for Europe’s financial system and digital economy, aiming to enhance financial stability and maintain monetary sovereignty. The ECB has completed the technical and preparatory groundwork for the launch of a digital euro, now pressing European lawmakers to expedite the legislative process necessary for its implementation. The digital euro is envisioned…

Bitcoin may have ended its historical four-year cycle, signaling an incoming year of downside, despite widespread analyst expectations for an extended cycle driven by regulatory tailwinds.Bitcoin’s (BTC) $125,000 all-time high on Oct. 6 may have signaled the top of the current four-year Bitcoin halving cycle, both in terms of “price and time,” according to Jurrien Timmer, the director of global macroeconomic research at asset management firm Fidelity.“While I remain a secular bull on Bitcoin, my concern is that Bitcoin may well have ended another 4-year cycle halving phase,” wrote Timmer in a Thursday X post. “Bitcoin winters have lasted about…

Cardano (ADA) price has dropped 70% in 2025, erasing all gains from last year. Despite remaining a top-10 altcoin by market capitalization, ADA has increasingly frustrated many holders.However, late December has brought signs that could support a potential ADA recovery. The most notable factor is the rising demand for Midnight (NIGHT).Sponsored How Could Midnight (NIGHT) Trading Demand Impact ADA?First, the surge in NIGHT trading volume on Cardano-based decentralized exchanges (DEXs) stands out as a key driver.Midnight is a blockchain network developed by Input Output Global (IOG), the company behind Cardano. The network prioritizes data privacy by utilizing zero-knowledge proof technology.Cardanians,…

XRP drops below key support at $1.93 as volume spikes. Analysts warn of a move toward $1, with whale selling and bearish signals increasing. XRP has come under pressure after slipping below key support levels. The recent drop adds to ongoing concerns about a deeper correction toward the $1 area. Analysts are watching current price action as volume rises and technical indicators weaken. Breakdown Signals and Volume Spike XRP is trading around $1.88 after falling through the $1.93 support zone, which now acts as resistance. The move comes with a nearly 6% drop over 24 hours and a weekly loss…