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Ethereum Builds Team To Guard Against Quantum Threat

The Ethereum Foundation has formed a new Post-Quantum (PQ) team, led by Thomas Coratger, to prepare the network for potential quantum computing threats. The team, which includes cryptographers and engineers, is transitioning from research to practical testing on devnets. Their work involves developing quantum-safe tools and testing new algorithms while ensuring current transactions remain unaffected. A $2 million prize pool has been announced to encourage improvements in quantum-resistant solutions, including $1 million dedicated to enhancing the Poseidon hash function. Multi-client devnets are already active, with biweekly research sessions and a Post-Quantum Day planned for March 2026. Although the quantum risk is not immediate, Ethereum is proactively addressing it to ensure a smoother transition and better protect users and the network. Community reactions are mixed, with some praising the initiative while others express concerns about implementation and wallet upgrades.

bitcoinist01/25 20:01

Ethereum Builds Team To Guard Against Quantum Threat

bitcoinist01/25 20:01

Coinbase Announces New Board Of Experts To Combat Rising Quantum Computing Risks

Coinbase has formed an independent advisory board of external experts to address the emerging security threats posed by quantum computing. The board includes academics from institutions like Stanford and Harvard, as well as representatives from the Ethereum Foundation, EigenLayer, and Coinbase. According to Chief Information Security Officer Jeff Lunglhofer, quantum computers could potentially break the encryption protecting Bitcoin wallets and private keys, which currently rely on complex mathematical problems unsolvable by conventional computers in feasible time. Although this threat is not expected to materialize for at least a decade, the board will publish research and position statements to help the industry prepare. Initial defensive measures may include larger keys and added “noise” to obscure data. The first paper, focusing on quantum computing’s impact on blockchain consensus and transaction layers, is expected within months.

bitcoinist01/23 09:01

Coinbase Announces New Board Of Experts To Combat Rising Quantum Computing Risks

bitcoinist01/23 09:01

Bitcoin Policy Institute and Partners Launch Empirical Study on Financial Privacy

The Bitcoin Policy Institute (BPI), Fedi, and Cornell University's Brooks School Tech Policy Institute have launched a two-year empirical study to examine how Americans perceive financial privacy, the trade-offs they are willing to make, and how policy influences user behavior and developer decisions. The research combines nationwide surveys with qualitative interviews and aims to provide data-driven insights into privacy, security, and regulatory issues in digital finance. The first report is expected in April 2026, with findings intended to inform policymakers, developers, and the public. The study arises amid growing concerns over data privacy and increased regulatory scrutiny of privacy-focused tools in the cryptocurrency industry.

TheNewsCrypto01/22 14:29

Bitcoin Policy Institute and Partners Launch Empirical Study on Financial Privacy

TheNewsCrypto01/22 14:29

Falcon Finance Releases Research on Tokenized Gold, Matrixdock's XAUm Selected as One of the Top Five Gold Token Projects

Tokenized gold is emerging as a key asset class in the RWA (Real World Assets) sector, transitioning from proof-of-concept to structural development. Unlike other RWA forms, gold benefits from global pricing, deep liquidity, and established physical delivery standards, making it a critical test case for asset tokenization. Falcon Finance recently published a research report titled “The Digitalization of Bullion: A Deep Dive into Tokenized Gold and How to Earn from It,” which provides a comparative analysis of major tokenized gold projects. The study highlights five leading gold tokenization initiatives, including Matrixdock’s XAUm. XAUm, issued by Matrixport’s RWA platform Matrixdock, is backed by one troy ounce of LBMA-standard physical gold per token. The gold is stored in professional vaults in Singapore and Hong Kong, with ongoing disclosures and third-party verification to ensure transparency between reserves and token supply. The research underscores varied structural approaches in tokenized gold—covering asset backing, custody, and design—reflecting diverse use cases rather than absolute superiority. XAUm’s inclusion signifies its recognition as a structurally significant project in the global tokenized gold landscape, emphasizing real-asset backing and verifiability. As the market shifts from speculation to examining custody, structure, and long-term reliability, independent research like Falcon’s offers a framework for evaluating the evolution of tokenized gold.

marsbit01/14 09:55

Falcon Finance Releases Research on Tokenized Gold, Matrixdock's XAUm Selected as One of the Top Five Gold Token Projects

marsbit01/14 09:55

0xTodd's Investment Philosophy: Bitcoin + U.S. Bonds, a Portfolio That Lets You 'Sleep Soundly' Long-Term

English Summary: 0xTodd, partner at Nothing Research and co-founder of Ethereum staking pool EBunker, shares his investment philosophy and crypto journey in this interview. He entered crypto in 2017 after recognizing Bitcoin's real-world utility during the "WannaCry" ransomware event. His research methodology, shaped by his background in materials chemistry, emphasizes verifiable conclusions and welcomes external critique. He famously correctly predicted the collapse of Luna/UST in 2022, profiting from this structural insight. Todd's core investment thesis is a "sleep-well-at-night" portfolio: Bitcoin + US Treasury bonds. The logic is a complete hedge: if central banks keep printing money, Bitcoin benefits; if they stop, high-yield bonds provide stable returns. He identifies stablecoins as crypto's second "killer app," particularly those backed by real-world assets like US debt (e.g., BMRUSD), for their utility in global payments and settlements. On AI, he sees crypto as a natural solution for AI economy transactions, providing the necessary programmable, permissionless settlement layer. His advice for newcomers is to learn core technology (Bitcoin, Ethereum, DeFi) before trading. Key 2026 trends he identifies are: Crypto finding its role alongside AI (productivity vs.生产关系), stablecoin adoption expanding, and合规ization bringing institutional capital. Ultimately, Todd believes long-term success in crypto comes from slow, structural thinking and understanding the underlying mechanisms, not chasing narratives.

marsbit01/13 14:06

0xTodd's Investment Philosophy: Bitcoin + U.S. Bonds, a Portfolio That Lets You 'Sleep Soundly' Long-Term

marsbit01/13 14:06

Government Research Paper That Shows XRP’s Long-Term Potential Resurfaces

Crypto pundit NoLimit has highlighted a U.S. government research paper from 2018-2019 that presents a long-term bullish case for XRP. The paper distinguishes between blockchain and distributed ledger technology (DLT), emphasizing that governments are more interested in permissioned, trusted DLT systems—like Ripple’s architecture—for regulated use cases such as banking, identity management, and institutional settlements. NoLimit argues that the XRP Ledger aligns with these government requirements for modernizing infrastructure while ensuring compliance. He believes XRP is positioned for real-world adoption within regulated systems, beyond the crypto-native space. Recent developments, including tokenization initiatives by firms like Ondo Finance and Franklin Templeton, as well as a strategic collaboration between Evernorth and Doppler to advance institutional liquidity on the XRPL, support this outlook. At the time of writing, XRP is trading around $2.13.

bitcoinist01/09 16:33

Government Research Paper That Shows XRP’s Long-Term Potential Resurfaces

bitcoinist01/09 16:33

Paradigm's Stalling Moment: When a 'Research-Driven Crypto VC' Faces Reality Test

Paradigm, once a leading research-driven crypto VC, is facing significant challenges marked by an unprecedented wave of high-level departures since April, including multiple partners. Its investment strategy, which previously yielded iconic deals like Uniswap and Flashbots, has struggled to adapt to shifting industry trends toward application-layer innovation and financial products. The firm has made several high-valuation, late-stage investments—such as Farcaster, Babylon, and Monad—that have underperformed post-token, while missing early opportunities in high-return areas like derivatives and RWA. Its incubation initiatives, including the EIR program, have also seen setbacks, with projects like Shadow and Yield Protocol halting operations. Recently, Paradigm has increased investment frequency and shifted toward earlier-stage deals. It is now focusing heavily on Tempo, a payment-focused Layer-1 blockchain developed with Stripe, aiming to regain its influence in a more results-driven market. Despite these challenges, Paradigm remains one of the best-capitalized VCs in crypto.

marsbit12/30 03:35

Paradigm's Stalling Moment: When a 'Research-Driven Crypto VC' Faces Reality Test

marsbit12/30 03:35

Kalshi's First Research Report Released: How Collective Intelligence Outperforms Wall Street Think Tanks in Predicting CPI

Kalshi Research's inaugural report demonstrates that prediction markets significantly outperform Wall Street consensus forecasts in predicting year-over-year CPI data, particularly during economic shocks. The study, analyzing data from February 2023 to mid-2025, shows Kalshi’s predictions had a 40.1% lower mean absolute error (MAE) than consensus forecasts overall. During major shocks (deviations >0.2 percentage points), Kalshi’s MAE was 50–60% lower, and for moderate shocks (0.1–0.2 points), it was 50–56.2% lower. When market predictions diverged from consensus by over 0.1 points, they correctly signaled a shock about 81% of the time and were more accurate in 75% of cases. The outperformance is attributed to diverse participant insights, direct financial incentives for accuracy, and efficient aggregation of dispersed information. These findings suggest prediction markets provide a valuable complementary signal, especially in volatile periods where traditional models often fail.

marsbit12/24 04:21

Kalshi's First Research Report Released: How Collective Intelligence Outperforms Wall Street Think Tanks in Predicting CPI

marsbit12/24 04:21

Kalshi's First Research Report Released: How Collective Intelligence Outperforms Wall Street Think Tanks in Predicting CPI

Kalshi Research's inaugural report demonstrates that prediction markets consistently outperform Wall Street consensus forecasts in predicting the U.S. year-over-year CPI inflation rate. The study, covering over 25 monthly CPI releases from February 2023 to mid-2025, shows Kalshi’s market-implied forecasts had a 40.1% lower mean absolute error (MAE) than consensus predictions across all environments. The advantage was most pronounced during economic "shocks." For large surprises (over 0.2 percentage points), Kalshi's forecasts were 50% more accurate a week before the data release, improving to 60% more accurate the day before. For medium surprises (0.1-0.2 percentage points), the advantage was similarly 50%, rising to 56.2% closer to the release. Crucially, a divergence of over 0.1 percentage points between the market forecast and consensus served as a strong signal, with an 81.2% probability that a shock would occur. When the two forecasts disagreed, the market prediction was more accurate 75% of the time. The report attributes this "Shock Alpha" to three factors: the "wisdom of crowds" aggregating diverse information, superior incentive structures that reward accuracy over conformity, and more efficient information synthesis, even with the same public data. This suggests prediction markets provide a valuable, differentiated signal for investors and policymakers, especially during periods of high uncertainty.

Odaily星球日报12/24 04:00

Kalshi's First Research Report Released: How Collective Intelligence Outperforms Wall Street Think Tanks in Predicting CPI

Odaily星球日报12/24 04:00

Sentient Launches Open-Source AI Research Agent SERA-Crypto to Tackle the 'Hallucination Crisis' in the Crypto Industry

Sentient Labs, one of the largest open-source AI platforms with $85M in funding, has launched SERA-Crypto—an open-source AI research agent designed for crypto and Web3. It delivers on-chain analytics, tokenomics insights, and protocol risk assessments within 30 seconds, complete with verifiable citations and reproducible reasoning chains. SERA-Crypto addresses the reliability issues of general AI models in finance, particularly critical in crypto where inaccurate information can lead to significant financial loss. Unlike generic models, it uses real-time data (updated within 24–48 hours), parallel tool integration, and structured reasoning to ensure accuracy and depth. Key advantages include temporal relevance, deep research capabilities, data consistency, and support for use cases like wallet risk alerts, exchange integrations, and DAO proposal analysis. It integrates over 50 data endpoints and is built on Sentient’s SERA architecture, optimized for blockchain and DeFi. The model was trained on 220K+ users and 22M+ queries and will be open-sourced in phases. Sentient is backed by Founders Fund, Pantera Capital, and Framework Ventures.

深潮12/11 08:26

Sentient Launches Open-Source AI Research Agent SERA-Crypto to Tackle the 'Hallucination Crisis' in the Crypto Industry

深潮12/11 08:26

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