Google Quantum AI paper places Cardano second in quantum readiness, behind Algorand. Google Cloud joined Midnight as an initial validator and tested staking on Cardano’s preview network. The March 30 paper urges blockchains to move to post-quantum cryptography without delay. Cardano has received a Google-linked nod in the race to...
CFTC Chair Marks 100 Days With Deregulatory Push And Crypto Growth Plans Ahead
Selig said the CFTC ended its Climate Risk Unit and other climate-related initiatives in his first 100 days. The agency is considering more frequent Commitment of Traders reports after requests from agricultural businesses. The CFTC and SEC launched Project Crypto as Congress considers crypto market structure legislation. CFTC Chair Michael...
Drift Protocol Suspends Platform Activity After Suspected $200M Crypto Exploit
Drift Protocol halts activity after a suspected $200M exploit, causing major losses, sharp token decline, and urgent user warnings. Drift Protocol paused its platform after unusual trading activity raised serious concerns on Wednesday. During the investigation, the users were advised against depositing money. Furthermore, the team established an active attack...
Chainalysis Launches AI Agents to Democratize Blockchain Intelligence and Compliance
New AI agents from Chainalysis simplify blockchain analysis while preserving accuracy, auditability, and human oversight. Chainalysis has introduced a new suite of AI-powered agents to expand access to blockchain intelligence across organizations. The growing use of AI by cybercriminals has increased pressure on compliance teams to respond faster. The blockchain...
Franklin Templeton to Launch “Franklin Crypto” After New Acquisition
Franklin Templeton plans Franklin Crypto launch after acquiring 250 Digital, expanding crypto investment strategies for institutional investors and global markets. Franklin Templeton is expanding its presence in the crypto market. According to The Wall Street Journal, the company intends to create a new business known as Franklin Crypto. In addition,...
Hong Kong Delays First Stablecoin Licenses Issuance
Hong Kong delays stablecoin licenses as regulators review 36 applications, tighten KYC rules, and ensure financial stability before first approvals. Hong Kong has delayed the release of its first stablecoin licenses. It was to be rolled out by the end of March 2026. Nonetheless, regulators are still going through applications...
ONDO Price Lags as TVL Reaches $2.9B and Revenue Climbs: What’s Next?
Ondo Finance posts $49M in annualized revenue and a $2.9B TVL high. Yet ONDO still trades near $0.27. Here is what the data shows. Ondo Finance is recording some of its strongest on-chain numbers to date. TVL has crossed $2 billion, hitting a new all-time high, while annualized revenue approaches...
Malta Challenges EU Push to Centralize Crypto Oversight Under ESMA
EU push for centralized crypto oversight challenges Malta’s early advantage and raises concerns over regulatory control. Malta is pushing back against a major shift in European crypto regulation. The small island nation argues that centralizing oversight would weaken its role in a sector it helped shape early. Tensions are rising...
Australia Passes First Crypto Law, Exchanges Face New Rules
Australia passes its first crypto law. Exchanges and custodians now face licensing rules under the new Digital Assets Framework Bill 2025. Australia has taken a historic step in crypto regulation. The Corporations Amendment (Digital Assets Framework) Bill 2025 cleared the Senate on April 1, 2026. It now heads for royal...
Mitsubishi Joins JPMorgan Kinexys for Instant USD Transfers
Mitsubishi Corporation becomes the first Japanese corporate on JPMorgan’s Kinexys blockchain, as the platform crosses $3 trillion in total transaction volume. Mitsubishi Corporation just made history. The Japanese conglomerate is now the first Japanese corporate to adopt Kinexys Digital Payments, JPMorgan’s blockchain-based payment system, for intragroup USD cash management. The...