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Ripple Outlines Next Steps After Critical XRP Ledger Batch Amendment Bug

Ripple is implementing stricter security measures for the XRP Ledger amendment process after a critical bug was discovered in the proposed Batch amendment (XLS-56). The flaw, identified by Cantina AI, was caught before activation, preventing any mainnet impact. RippleX Head of Engineering J. Ayo Akinyele acknowledged the amendment "progressed further than it should have" and emphasized the need for higher review standards. While the network's safeguards worked as a final defense, Ripple is taking steps to make them a primary one. Proposed changes include mandatory multiple independent audits for high-risk features, an expanded bug bounty program, and formal adversarial testing. The company is also incorporating AI-assisted code review and aims to make formal verification standard for critical ledger components.

bitcoinist7h ago

Ripple Outlines Next Steps After Critical XRP Ledger Batch Amendment Bug

bitcoinist7h ago

Ripple Expands Payments Platform as Stablecoin Infrastructure Volume Surpasses $100B

Ripple has expanded its global payments platform into a comprehensive infrastructure system for businesses, supporting both traditional currencies and stablecoins. The platform has processed over $100 billion in transaction volume. Originally focused on cross-border blockchain transfers, Ripple now offers a full financial system for digital payments, including custody services, automated currency conversion, and settlements. This expansion was enabled by recent acquisitions of Paliside and Rail, integrating treasury automation and digital asset storage technologies. The move aligns with growing stablecoin adoption, which accounted for $33 trillion in transactions last year. Ripple’s business growth remains independent of XRP’s market performance.

TheNewsCrypto10h ago

Ripple Expands Payments Platform as Stablecoin Infrastructure Volume Surpasses $100B

TheNewsCrypto10h ago

MEXC Partners with Ondo Finance to Launch Tokenized US Equities in Defense and Energy Sectors

MEXC, a leading global cryptocurrency exchange, has partnered with Ondo Finance to launch seven tokenized US equities from the defense and energy sectors. The tokens, which include LMTON, RTXON, BBAION, ACHRON, COPON, OXYON, and ONDSON, are now available for trading against USDT. These ERC-20 tokens represent direct ownership of the underlying stocks, with holdings verified through quarterly third-party audits and held in regulated trust accounts. The launch occurred in two tranches on March 4, 2026, with withdrawals starting March 5. This initiative provides MEXC's 15+ million users with continuous, global trading access to these assets, removing traditional barriers like position minimums and qualified investor restrictions. The partnership aims to expand institutional-grade market access, particularly for assets that have historically had limited retail accessibility.

TheNewsCrypto11h ago

MEXC Partners with Ondo Finance to Launch Tokenized US Equities in Defense and Energy Sectors

TheNewsCrypto11h ago

‘Undisclosed voting power’ – ACI’s exit claim sends AAVE tumbling 10%

Aave Chan Initiative (ACI), a key service provider, announced its exit from the Aave ecosystem, citing Aave Labs' "undisclosed voting power" and aggressive control as reasons. This follows a similar departure by BGD Labs last month. The ongoing governance crisis, which began with accusations of Aave Labs seizing DAO revenue, deepened after a controversial $50 million proposal passed narrowly. In response, Aave's CEO stated the protocol remains unaffected. However, investor confidence wavered, causing a 10% drop in the AAVE token price. Data shows major whales reduced their holdings by nearly half since January, reflecting growing concerns over centralization and governance.

ambcrypto11h ago

‘Undisclosed voting power’ – ACI’s exit claim sends AAVE tumbling 10%

ambcrypto11h ago

Rapid Presale Allocation Patterns Are Positioning Ozak AI for a Launch Price Gap That Could Exceed 6,000%

Investors are showing strong interest in Ozak AI ($OZ) as its presale demonstrates remarkable momentum, suggesting a potential launch price surge exceeding 6,000%. The token began at $0.001 and has risen to $0.014 in Phase 7, already delivering a 1,300% return for early participants. If it reaches its $1.00 target, gains could exceed 100,000% for initial buyers. Ozak AI combines blockchain and AI to offer predictive analytics through Prediction Agents (PAs) and the Ozak Stream Network (OSN), providing real-time market insights. It also uses a DePIN architecture for secure data processing. The token supports staking, governance, and access to premium features. Strategic partnerships with Pyth Network, Hive Intel, Weblume, SINT, Dex3 Tech, and Meganet enhance its ecosystem with improved data accuracy, developer tools, and scalability. With exchange listings and product rollouts planned, Ozak AI is positioned as a notable crypto project in 2025.

TheNewsCrypto12h ago

Rapid Presale Allocation Patterns Are Positioning Ozak AI for a Launch Price Gap That Could Exceed 6,000%

TheNewsCrypto12h ago

Musk Creates Another Capital Myth? SpaceX IPO Approaches, Stock Volatility May Be More Intense Than Tesla

SpaceX, the aerospace giant founded by Elon Musk, is reportedly preparing for a potential IPO as early as this month, with a target valuation exceeding $1.75 trillion. Analysts predict the stock could experience even greater volatility than Tesla (TSLA.O) post-listing. Key growth is expected from its Starlink satellite internet business, projected to generate significant future revenue and profits. However, the company faces challenges typical of Musk-led ventures, including ambitious timelines that often face delays, such as the Starship rocket and Mars mission goals. The stock’s performance is likely to be heavily influenced by Musk’s leadership and public persona, with a low public float of around 3.3% potentially amplifying price swings. Negative news affecting Tesla or Musk could also impact SpaceX, highlighting concentrated risk. Despite delays, investor focus remains on long-term vision over short-term setbacks.

marsbit14h ago

Musk Creates Another Capital Myth? SpaceX IPO Approaches, Stock Volatility May Be More Intense Than Tesla

marsbit14h ago

HongKongDoll Reveals Conditions of Opinion's $100 Million Valuation KOL Round; Hot Project Mired in 'Rug' Controversy

The prediction market project Opinion (OPN), one of the most anticipated TGEs in early 2026, faced significant backlash from the community following its token distribution announcement. Despite strong backing from top VCs including YZi Labs (formerly Binance Labs), Hack VC, and Jump Crypto, and its position as a leading platform in the prediction market niche, the airdrop allocation disappointed many users. Although 23.5% of the total 1 billion OPN supply was designated for airdrops, only 3.5% was unlocked at TGE, with the remainder vested over 7 months. In contrast, insiders—including the team, advisors, and investors—collectively held over 54% of tokens. Many users reported losses, with some estimating that their airdropped tokens were worth far less than their initial investment. High-profile KOLs like HongKongDoll publicly shared their negative returns, further fueling community anger. Additional frustration arose from last-minute Sybil account purges and the perception that Binance received disproportionately favorable treatment, with its Launchpool allocation fully unlocked at TGE. While the project's fundamentals remain strong, the incident has severely damaged community trust, with many labeling the event a "rug" or "scam." Rebuilding user confidence is now Opinion's most pressing challenge.

marsbit14h ago

HongKongDoll Reveals Conditions of Opinion's $100 Million Valuation KOL Round; Hot Project Mired in 'Rug' Controversy

marsbit14h ago

MEXC Lists Opinion (OPN) With $50,000 in OPN and 25,000 USDT Airdrop+ Rewards

MEXC exchange will list Opinion (OPN) in its Innovation Zone on March 5, 2026, with OPN/USDT and OPN/USDC trading pairs opening at 13:00 and 13:20 UTC respectively. To celebrate, MEXC is launching an airdrop event with a prize pool of $50,000 in OPN and 25,000 USDT, along with APR booster perks for new users. The event runs from March 4 to March 11. Opinion is a prediction exchange platform that enables trading of macroeconomic data and predictions as standardized assets using on-chain infrastructure and AI Oracle. The OPN token provides access to platform services, governance, and value capture within the ecosystem. New users can register with a referral code and complete KYC to qualify for the APR boosters. MEXC emphasizes its zero-fee trading, deep liquidity, and rapid listing process to help users access emerging market opportunities.

TheNewsCrypto14h ago

MEXC Lists Opinion (OPN) With $50,000 in OPN and 25,000 USDT Airdrop+ Rewards

TheNewsCrypto14h ago

Hot Interaction Collection | Perle Labs New Q&A Task; Perceptron Network Idle Earnings (March 4th)

This article introduces three interactive platforms offering tasks and airdrop opportunities: Perle Labs, Perceptron Network, and InventMoney. Perle Labs is an AI training data platform powered by human experts, with $17.5M in funding. Users connect a Solana wallet, complete marketplace tasks, and answer questions on X (Twitter) to qualify for an NFT airdrop. Submissions close on March 8. Perceptron Network is a decentralized AI data network. Users download a Chrome extension, register with an email, and earn points by leaving the background service running. InventMoney is a Web3 fintech super-app for online earners, with $4M in pre-seed funding. Users register via email, complete profile setup, and perform missions to earn token points.

Odaily星球日报16h ago

Hot Interaction Collection | Perle Labs New Q&A Task; Perceptron Network Idle Earnings (March 4th)

Odaily星球日报16h ago

Bitwise: A Weekend Attack Accelerates the On-Chain Migration of the Entire Financial World

Matt Hougan, CIO of Bitwise, argues that the migration of traditional finance to on-chain systems is inevitable and has been dramatically accelerated by a recent geopolitical event. While he previously believed this transition would take 5-10 years, starting at the edges of finance, a weekend attack on Iran proved him wrong. On Sunday, February 28th, when most global markets (stocks, futures, forex) were closed, a major geopolitical shock occurred. With traditional venues unavailable, investors turned to the always-open, global crypto infrastructure. The decentralized exchange Hyperliquid became a central hub, with its trading volume surging and its oil futures contract prices being cited by Bloomberg as a key market reference. Its native token, HYPE, rose ~30%. Other on-chain assets like Tether's gold token (XAUT) and prediction markets also saw record volumes. Hougan concludes that this event was a watershed moment, proving that crypto markets can function as the primary market during global crises. For any competitive investor, bank, or fund, engaging with on-chain tools like stablecoin wallets, Hyperliquid, and tokenized assets is now a necessity. The biggest barrier to entry—learning these new systems—is being overcome, and this initial contact will lead to further exploration and adoption. He dismisses the idea that traditional markets can simply extend their hours to compete, comparing it to legacy companies dismissing disruptive technologies like Netflix or the iPhone. The shift to on-chain finance is now arriving much sooner than anyone anticipated.

marsbit21h ago

Bitwise: A Weekend Attack Accelerates the On-Chain Migration of the Entire Financial World

marsbit21h ago

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