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Shipping firms weighing cryptocurrency payments to cover potential transit fees through Iran face substantial sanctions risk, according to Kaitlin Martin, a senior intelligence analyst at Chainalysis. Under current sanctions frameworks, payments linked to the Iranian regime or other sanctioned

In brief A major multi-university study finds faster AI means fewer people working. Economists now see real job losses alongside strong economic growth. The debate has shifted to whether AI will replace the need for new jobs entirely. For years, economists were the professionals most

In brief A new proposal outlines a way to create quantum-resistant Bitcoin transactions without changing the network protocol. The design replaces elliptic-curve assumptions with hash-based puzzles

TD Cowen adjusted its price target for Bitcoin-focused Strategy while maintaining a positive outlook, contrasting it with its new buy rating for Ethereum-based Sharplink, which offers a more active digital asset growth model through staking.

The rise of impersonation accounts on social media is concerning, especially those posing as Ripple officials, including CEO Brad Garlinghouse. Deepfake scams offering free XRP highlight the need for vigilance, as Ripple warns against such deceptive practices and clarifies their authentic communication methods.

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong has shifted his stance, now supporting the CLARITY Act after previously criticizing it. He believes recent negotiations improved the bill, which he calls strong, and emphasizes the need for Congress to pass it.

David Schwartz and Craig Wright recently engaged in a heated debate on X over decentralization. Wright accused Schwartz of misapplying centralization concepts to Bitcoin, asserting that stable protocols can function without governance, while Schwartz countered that maintaining stability requires active measures against system changes.

Tezos is expanding its presence in Dubai and Singapore by launching regional entities to enhance blockchain development. The new structures aim to support local projects and strengthen engagement, facilitated by the Tezos Patronage Association to ensure strategic alignment and autonomy.

_Pendle falls 85% from ATH as price trades near $1.07 while TVL cools under weaker yield conditions in DeFi markets_ _Revenue slid from $4.44M to $552K as yield compression cut PT and YT trading demand across crypto cycles_ _sPENDLE model directs up to 80% revenue into buybacks, with

A federal court in Arizona has granted a temporary shield for Kalshi against state-level gambling enforcement, aligning with U.S. regulators in a widening dispute over whether Kalshi’s event-based contracts belong under federal derivatives law or under state betting statutes. Judge Michael Liburdi i

Tok-Edge has launched the Redemption Token, a new cryptoasset linked to its upcoming fund, aiming to separate ownership from tradability. The fund targets $21 million, with plans for a first close of $100 million by 2026, primarily backed by notable investors.