Category: Cryptocurrency news

Bitcoin quantum proof by 2029? Stanford cryptographer warns against rushed transition

Stanford cryptographer Dan Boneh says Bitcoin should prepare for quantum risk now, but warns a rushed post quantum migration could cause worse failures than the threat itself. Bitcoin’s post quantum transition debate is escalating after Isabel Foxen Duke highlighted a fresh interview with Stanford cryptographer Dan Boneh, who argued that the bigger near term danger […]

New research reveals the number of quantum-exposed Bitcoins

A new on-chain analysis has quantified the portion of Bitcoin (BTC) currently exposed to potential quantum computing risks while sitting at rest on the blockchain. In this case, approximately 6.04 million BTC, or 30.2% of Bitcoin’s issued supply, has publicly visible keys on-chain, making those coins theoretically vulnerable to future quantum attacks.  The remaining 13.99 […]

Bhutan Transfers $237 Million in Bitcoin to SegWit Addresses, Holdings Now at $233 Million

The Bhutanese government has transferred approximately $237 million worth of Bitcoin to SegWit addresses so far this year, according to on-chain data monitored by Arkham Intelligence. A recent transaction involving 90 $BTC, valued at around $7 million, has drawn attention from market analysts and fueled speculation about the government’s intentions with its digital asset reserves. […]

Barry Silbert says privacy era in crypto has ‘officially begun’ – 3 coins to consider in 2026

Barry Silbert, founder and CEO of Digital Currency Group (DCG), has declared the era of privacy-centric cryptocurrency assets. Silbert, best known for his early bullish stance on Bitcoin (BTC), stated that the ‘privacy’ era in the crypto industry has begun. His X post gained significant traction in less than 24 hours, as more crypto enthusiasts […]

The Reason for the Stagnation in Bitcoin and Ethereum Prices Has Been Revealed! Analyst Explains: “Institutional Money Leaving BTC and ETH is Flowing into…

Bitcoin ($BTC) remains below $80,000 due to ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, pressure on risky assets, and the US market holiday. In this case, the billion-dollar outflows from spot Bitcoin ETFs over two consecutive weeks also played a role, while one analyst noted that institutional demand in the market has not disappeared. Speaking […]

Renowned economist warns Bitcoin’s ‘crash will be horrendous’

Bitcoin price analysis chart. Source: TradingView Additionally, the MACD appeared close to a bearish crossover similar to signals seen before the 2018 and 2022 bear markets. A separate cycle-based chart combining Bitcoin’s four-year market structure, halving events, and Fibonacci time levels suggested the asset is now in the bearish phase of the current cycle.  The […]