At the Consensus conference in Hong Kong, Charles Hoskinson addressed concerns about major cloud providers threatening blockchain decentralization. He suggested technologies like MPC and confidential computing can mitigate risks, though some experts believe these merely shift the reliance on infrastructure rather than eliminate it. Despite encryption, hyperscalers retain control over hardware and access, highlighting risks of dependency, and propose developing dedicated computing networks to enhance decentralization.
_Ghana’s SEC admits 11 firms into a 12-month VASP Act 2025 crypto sandbox, setting the stage for full digital asset licensing across West Africa._
Ghana’s Securities and Exchange Commission just moved. Eleven virtual asset service providers got access to a regulatory sandbox on March 10, 2026.
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Token2049 and The Open Network conferences scheduled in Dubai have been canceled or postponed amid the Iran conflict.
Conference organizers noted the importance of safety for their attendees and sponsors.
Token2049 will still host its event in Singapore later this year.
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The essay discusses the vulnerability of Bitcoin’s security model to quantum computing threats and the potential exploitation of private keys. It highlights the industry's research into Post-Quantum Cryptography, including proposals like BIP-360, aimed at enhancing Bitcoin's resilience against future attacks, while emphasizing the importance of careful implementation and community consensus.
Bitcoin demonstrates resilience at $70K amid geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, with declining exchange-held Bitcoin indicating investor confidence. Market reactions reflect a growing stability, despite volatility from conflict risks.
