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BNB Chain Releases Research Report, Exploring Post-Quantum Cryptography Migration Path for BSC

BNB Chain, a leading Layer-1 blockchain ecosystem, has released a research report exploring the potential migration path for BNB Smart Chain (BSC) to post-quantum cryptography. The study evaluates replacing traditional cryptographic systems with quantum-resistant alternatives, specifically examining the use of ML-DSA-44 for transaction signing and pqSTARK for aggregating validator consensus signatures. While quantum computers are not currently a practical threat to existing blockchain cryptography, the research represents a proactive effort to ensure long-term network security and infrastructure resilience. The report assessed several core areas of the BSC tech stack, including post-quantum transaction signing, validator signature aggregation, transaction validation, public key storage, and network performance under increased data loads. A key finding is that achieving post-quantum readiness is technically feasible today but requires significant trade-offs in scalability. Test data indicates: • Transaction size would increase from ~110 bytes to ~2.5 kilobytes. • Block size would grow from ~110 kilobytes to ~2 megabytes. • Native transfer TPS would decrease from 4,973 to 2,997. The primary performance bottleneck is not signature verification itself, but the increased network transmission overhead caused by larger transaction and block sizes. Conversely, the pqSTARK aggregation technology proved highly efficient, compressing validator signatures by an approximately 43:1 ratio, which helps manage consensus-layer overhead. The report notes that post-quantum alternatives for areas like P2P handshakes and KZG commitments were not within the scope of this evaluation and require further research and broader ecosystem coordination. BNB Chain emphasizes this work is a research-oriented exploration and not a response to any imminent security threat.

marsbit05/18 13:51

BNB Chain Releases Research Report, Exploring Post-Quantum Cryptography Migration Path for BSC

marsbit05/18 13:51

Meme Wrapped Contracts: Is alt.fun Real Innovation or Pseudo-Demand?

"Last week, the new Meme token launch platform alt.fun on Hyperliquid gained significant attention. Its flagship token ALT reached a peak market cap of $8.8 million. The platform's novelty lies in combining the mechanics of Pump.fun with leveraged trading on Hyperliquid. When a user creates a Meme token on alt.fun, they must also open a leveraged long/short position (2x, 3x, or 5x) on an underlying asset like HYPE. The platform then mints a corresponding leveraged token (LT) on BounceTech, which represents that perpetual contract position. Essentially, users are trading a tokenized derivative. This creates a dual price driver: the token's value is influenced both by market buying/selling via a bonding curve and by the performance of its underlying leveraged position. Hence the slogan: 'Your token pumps even when nobody's buying.' Tokens 'graduate' to a liquidity pool when their market cap (effectively the LT's value) reaches $9,000, achievable through either mechanism. However, this model faces key challenges. Gains are amplified only in strong, one-directional markets for the underlying asset. In volatile conditions, the mandatory 'rebalancing' of LTs leads to value decay. More fundamentally, alt.fun struggles to foster the community consensus vital for Meme tokens. Investment is driven primarily by price speculation on the underlying asset, not by narrative or cultural appeal. With limited underlying assets, token differentiation is low. The article concludes that while mechanically innovative, alt.fun may be better suited as a DeFi platform than a true Meme launchpad, as its core product lacks the community-driven essence of successful Memes."

Odaily星球日报05/18 12:41

Meme Wrapped Contracts: Is alt.fun Real Innovation or Pseudo-Demand?

Odaily星球日报05/18 12:41

Lock.com Enters Early Access With Isolated Signing and Post-Quantum Architecture

Quantography Labs has launched the early-access phase for Lock.com, a hardware-free cryptocurrency wallet designed with an isolated, air-gapped security architecture. The platform eliminates the need for dedicated hardware wallets by separating the private key storage and signing process from internet-connected devices. Private keys remain entirely offline on a user-owned signer, while transaction creation and broadcasting occur on a connected device. This approach aims to remove dependency on third-party hardware manufacturers and their supply chains. Additionally, Lock.com integrates post-quantum cryptographic standards, including ML-DSA and ML-KEM. The early access release seeks user feedback ahead of a full public launch.

TheNewsCrypto05/18 11:52

Lock.com Enters Early Access With Isolated Signing and Post-Quantum Architecture

TheNewsCrypto05/18 11:52

WSJ: Unveiling the Secret Jury That Controls Disputes on Polymarket

Last month, Garrick Wilhelm lost a $567 bet on the Polymarket prediction platform about whether a ceasefire would be reached with Hezbollah. When a truce was announced, some traders argued it counted, but Wilhelm disagreed. The dispute was settled not by Polymarket, but by a decentralized group of UMA token holders who vote on such disagreements. As trading surges, resolving ambiguous outcomes is a growing challenge for prediction markets. Unlike competitors like Kalshi that decide internally, Polymarket outsources dispute resolution to UMA. Its token holders, mostly anonymous and with voting power weighted by holdings, arbitrate cases. Critics argue this system is prone to manipulation, as voters can also bet on the same markets they judge. A Wall Street Journal analysis found that over the past year, at least 60% of active UMA voters had corresponding Polymarket accounts and held positions in disputes they voted on. Voting power is also concentrated among a few large holders. Polymarket says only 0.2% of bets go to UMA and that the system disperses authority. Its founder has acknowledged flaws and promised fixes. UMA's backers deny any proven manipulation, dismissing critics as sore losers. The platform penalizes voters in the minority to incentivize "correct" outcomes. Disputes are rising, covering topics from a streamer's pregnancy announcement to Iran. This model also helps Polymarket argue it's an offshore platform outside U.S. regulation, a shift made after a 2022 settlement with the CFTC. Some losing traders have formed groups to protest, targeting entities like UMA.rocks, which aggregates votes. Its founder says traders often blame UMA for their own mistakes. A recently ousted committee member, Scout, admitted to both betting and voting but argued involved voters research more thoroughly. He highlighted the dilemma: "Either you have conflicted traders deciding, or you have uninformed outsiders voting. There is no perfect answer right now."

marsbit05/18 11:07

WSJ: Unveiling the Secret Jury That Controls Disputes on Polymarket

marsbit05/18 11:07

As the Market Prepares for the Next Expansion Phase, Ozak AI’s $7M+ Presale Is Strengthening Its Long-Term Story

The article reports that AI-powered crypto project Ozak AI has surpassed a $7 million milestone in its OZ token presale, coinciding with a market preparing for expansion. It highlights both short and long-term projections for the token, with potential ROIs of 71x at listing and up to 500x thereafter. The piece details the deployment of core technologies like the x402 Protocol and DePIN to enhance ecosystem efficiency and data security. It also notes strategic alliances, such as with Phala Network, that are strengthening the project's foundation for sustainable growth. The conclusion emphasizes Ozak AI's focus on a long-term trajectory, bolstered by presale performance, technological implementation, and key partnerships.

TheNewsCrypto05/18 10:20

As the Market Prepares for the Next Expansion Phase, Ozak AI’s $7M+ Presale Is Strengthening Its Long-Term Story

TheNewsCrypto05/18 10:20

With Long-Term Price Targets Ranging From $1 to $5, Ozak AI Is Emerging as a High-Upside Bet for Patient Investors.

The AI-powered cryptocurrency token Ozak AI is gaining significant attention, with analysts projecting long-term price targets between $1 and $5. Currently in its seventh presale phase and priced at $0.014, the token has already demonstrated strong growth, raising over $7.2 million. Its core technology combines blockchain with predictive AI tools, featuring the Ozak Streaming Network for real-time data analysis and a smart contract execution layer for efficient operations. Strategic partnerships with firms like Dex3 and Spheron aim to enhance its data analytics and computing capabilities. Analysts suggest that early investors in the current presale phase could see substantial returns if the token achieves its projected exchange listing price and subsequent growth, though such investments carry inherent risk.

TheNewsCrypto05/18 09:31

With Long-Term Price Targets Ranging From $1 to $5, Ozak AI Is Emerging as a High-Upside Bet for Patient Investors.

TheNewsCrypto05/18 09:31

Why Zcash Is Back in the Game

The article, an update from ZODL founder Josh Swihart, outlines Zcash's evolution from a "privacy coin" into a broader financial privacy infrastructure. Its core mission is to build a parallel financial system free from mass surveillance, enabling users to privately hold and spend ZEC anywhere. The strategy emphasizes focus: building essential protocol and product (Zodl wallet) capabilities in-house, accelerating development by integrating with external products/chains (e.g., NEAR Intents for swaps), and rejecting non-essential "side quests." Recent progress includes the Zodl iOS 3.4.0 release, updates to Swift/Android SDKs, and testing of in-wallet Coinholder Polling for governance. The Zcash Core team is working on shortening block times, fixing shielding issues, and advancing the Zallet alpha wallet. Upcoming features for Zodl include automatic server switching and multi-currency conversion. The piece highlights a shift towards holistic user adoption, connecting financial privacy, wallet experience, cross-chain utility, and community governance. It concludes with updates on an upcoming ZODL Summit, new team hires, grant applications, and recent positive media coverage, asserting that focused execution is paving the road to a private financial future for billions.

marsbit05/18 04:49

Why Zcash Is Back in the Game

marsbit05/18 04:49

Monarq, Flare & Upshift Launch MXRPY XRP Yield Vault on Flare

Monarq Asset Management, Flare, and Upshift have launched the Monarq XRP Yield Vault (MXRPY), a managed multi-strategy yield product for XRP holders on the Flare network. Users can deposit FXRP (XRP's representation on Flare) into the vault, which allocates capital across three strategy categories: options trading, basis and funding rate arbitrage, and onchain XRPFi deployment. The vault targets an annual percentage yield (APY) of 3-4%, with yields dependent on market conditions and strategy performance. MXRPY aims to expand XRPFi offerings beyond basic lending and staking by combining onchain and offchain execution. Depositors receive MXRPY receipt tokens representing their capital and accrued yield, with weekly redemptions and a fee-based fast redemption option. The launch reflects growth in Flare's XRPFi ecosystem, with plans for a future standalone app for direct XRPL wallet connections. The vault is built on Upshift's institutional infrastructure and managed by Monarq. It utilizes four return engines, including using XRP as collateral for options strategies and deploying capital into Flare-native DeFi applications. The firms note that yields are variable and users remain exposed to market, counterparty, and smart contract risks.

TheNewsCrypto05/17 21:02

Monarq, Flare & Upshift Launch MXRPY XRP Yield Vault on Flare

TheNewsCrypto05/17 21:02

Bitcoin Treasury Firm Strategy To Repurchase $1.5B Of Convertible Notes — Details

Bitcoin treasury firm Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy) plans to repurchase approximately $1.5 billion of its convertible notes due in 2029 for an estimated $1.38 billion. According to a filing with the SEC, the company will fund the buyback using cash reserves, proceeds from securities sales, and/or potential sales of Bitcoin. This move, authorized by Chairman Michael Saylor, follows recent comments from CEO Phong Le about possible scenarios for selling Bitcoin to enhance shareholder value. The repurchase could positively impact equity holders by preventing future stock dilution. The news follows a record $1.53 billion trading volume for Strategy's preferred stock (STRC), a key instrument for its Bitcoin acquisitions. The firm remains the largest corporate Bitcoin holder with 818,869 BTC.

bitcoinist05/17 05:02

Bitcoin Treasury Firm Strategy To Repurchase $1.5B Of Convertible Notes — Details

bitcoinist05/17 05:02

Weekly Token Unlocks: PYTH Unlocks Tokens Up to 37% of Circulating Supply

This week's major token unlocks feature three notable projects, each releasing a significant number of tokens into circulation. **Pyth Network** is set for the largest unlock, releasing 2.12 billion PYTH tokens valued at approximately $95.24 million. This amount represents a substantial portion of its circulating supply. Pyth is a decentralized oracle network providing real-time financial market data for DeFi applications. **LayerZero** will unlock 25.71 million ZRO tokens, worth around $32.91 million. LayerZero is a full-chain interoperability protocol designed for secure and configurable cross-chain messaging. **Kaito** will release 17.6 million KAI tokens, with an estimated value of $7.78 million. Kaito is an AI-driven platform that aggregates and analyzes fragmented Web3 information from various sources like social media and governance forums. Each project section includes links to their official Twitter and website, along with a chart depicting their specific token release schedule.

marsbit05/17 03:23

Weekly Token Unlocks: PYTH Unlocks Tokens Up to 37% of Circulating Supply

marsbit05/17 03:23

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