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Charles Hoskinson critiques the Bitcoin quantum protection proposal, asserting it may leave 1.7 million BTC unrecoverable, particularly older coins before 2013. He challenges claims of recovery, emphasizing the risk to Satoshi Nakamoto's holdings.

Major U.S. law firms are advising clients that AI chatbot conversations, like those with Anthropic’s Claude, may be discoverable in court, following a ruling that such chats lack attorney-client privilege. This has led firms to include warnings in client contracts.

Circle faces a lawsuit from Drift investor Joshua McCollum over its handling of $230 million in USDC linked to the Drift Protocol hack, claiming the company failed to intervene during stolen fund transfers. The case raises questions about the legal responsibilities of crypto firms in similar situations.

Grinex has halted trading following a significant cyberattack, alleging foreign state involvement, particularly from Western entities. Linked to the sanctioned exchange Garantex, Grinex's ties to the ruble-backed stablecoin A7A5 elevate the situation's geopolitical implications.

The Ethereum Foundation's Ketman Project identified 100 suspected North Korean IT workers in Web3 firms and warned 53 projects about potential threats. The findings highlight the security risks posed by hiring embedded malicious developers, emphasizing the need for vigilance in crypto security beyond mere technical defenses.

Flow Capital Partners plans to tokenize its $150 million private credit fund via DigiFT, aiming to raise an additional $30 million this year and scale to $250 million by 2026. This move highlights the growing trend of real-world asset tokenization beyond pilot projects.

Solana's recent teaser about XRP has sparked excitement in the XRP community, hinting at potential integration. While no formal plans are confirmed, it suggests renewed focus on wrapped XRP, aiming to enhance adoption and expand Solana's asset offerings.

Circle CEO Jeremy Allaire advocates for a yuan-backed stablecoin, viewing it as a strategic element in the competition among national currencies. He believes stablecoins are essential for enhancing global currency reach, particularly for China in its aim to internationalize the yuan within the next three to five years.

Major U.S. law firms are advising clients that AI chatbot conversations, like those with Anthropic’s Claude, may be discoverable in court, following a ruling that such chats lack attorney-client privilege. This has led firms to include warnings in client contracts.

A researcher revealed a counterfeit Ledger Nano S Plus purchased from a Chinese marketplace that failed authenticity checks, indicating a sophisticated scam. Firmware analysis suggested components linked to Espressif Systems, highlighting risks when buying hardware wallets from unofficial sources.

Grinex has halted trading following a significant cyberattack, alleging foreign state involvement, particularly from Western entities. Linked to the sanctioned exchange Garantex, Grinex's ties to the ruble-backed stablecoin A7A5 elevate the situation's geopolitical implications.

Solana's recent teaser about XRP has sparked excitement in the XRP community, hinting at potential integration. While no formal plans are confirmed, it suggests renewed focus on wrapped XRP, aiming to enhance adoption and expand Solana's asset offerings.

Bitwise's new Avalanche ETF plans to stake AVAX tokens, positioning Avalanche as an infrastructure for businesses and governments, rather than just a speculative asset. This approach highlights its potential in real-world applications and enterprise usage.

Circle CEO Jeremy Allaire advocates for a yuan-backed stablecoin, viewing it as a strategic element in the competition among national currencies. He believes stablecoins are essential for enhancing global currency reach, particularly for China in its aim to internationalize the yuan within the next three to five years.

Bitcoin whales have accumulated 270,000 BTC in 30 days, the largest since 2013, while exchange reserves have hit a low not seen since December 2017. This combination signals reduced liquidity and tighter market conditions, suggesting potential price impacts.

Stables and Mansa's partnership aims to enhance stablecoin settlement in Asia by creating a liquidity layer for fiat-to-USDT corridors, addressing existing infrastructure gaps and aiming for efficient cross-border transactions amidst regulatory compliance.

Circle faces a lawsuit from Drift investor Joshua McCollum over its handling of $230 million in USDC linked to the Drift Protocol hack, claiming the company failed to intervene during stolen fund transfers. The case raises questions about the legal responsibilities of crypto firms in similar situations.

The Ethereum Foundation's Ketman Project identified 100 suspected North Korean IT workers in Web3 firms and warned 53 projects about potential threats. The findings highlight the security risks posed by hiring embedded malicious developers, emphasizing the need for vigilance in crypto security beyond mere technical defenses.

21Shares is moving forward with its Hyperliquid ETF by filing an amendment for listing on Nasdaq as THYP and detailing seed activity, indicating progress in the launch amid increasing competition for HYPE-linked products.

Goldman Sachs has filed to launch a Bitcoin Premium Income ETF, which will invest in spot Bitcoin ETPs and options instead of holding Bitcoin directly. This move reflects a growing trend among major banks, including Morgan Stanley, to create Bitcoin fund products while managing risk through structured exposure.