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Starknet Votes for Quantum-Resistant Blockchain Research
Starknet voters have approved research into a standalone, quantum-resistant blockchain. A planned draft whitepaper will explore how the network might reduce Ethereum dependence and prepare for future computing threats.
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Aave V3.8 Upgrade: Reentrancy Protection Explained
Aave has proposed the V3.8 upgrade to add reentrancy protection across all 16 networks where it operates. This proactive security enhancement could set a new standard for DeFi risk management and cross-chain safety.
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Solana Alpenglow: Finality Drops to 150 Milliseconds
Solana has activated Alpenglow, reducing transaction finality from 12.8 seconds to approximately 150 milliseconds. The upgrade could improve payments, DeFi and other blockchain applications while strengthening Solana’s competitive position.
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OCC GENIUS Act Stablecoin Rule: What It Means for Crypto in 2027
The OCC has finalized its GENIUS Act rule for stablecoins, effective January 2027. This landmark regulation brings federal clarity to stablecoin issuance, reserve requirements, and audits, potentially boosting market confidence and influencing Bitcoin’s trajectory.
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Interactive Brokers Launches Ethereum Staking Service
Interactive Brokers, one of the world’s largest online brokers, has launched an Ethereum staking service. Clients can now earn rewards on their ETH directly within the platform, bridging traditional finance and crypto. Here’s what you need to know about the new service and its implications for investors.
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CME CEO Calls Crypto Perps Swaps While Suing CFTC
CME CEO Terry Duffy calls crypto perpetual futures swaps while simultaneously suing the CFTC over their approval. We break down this regulatory contradiction and what it means for crypto traders.
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Grayscale Launches In-Kind Crypto Investing: What It Means
Grayscale has launched an in-kind investing service allowing qualified investors to swap BTC, ETH, SOL, XRP, DOGE and more directly for shares in 10 crypto funds. The move signals growing institutional adoption and improved market efficiency for digital assets.
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Aerodrome and Velodrome Merge: Aero Token Launches on 7 Chains
Aerodrome and Velodrome have officially merged to launch the Aero token across seven blockchain networks, including Ethereum, Base, and Arbitrum. The merger unifies liquidity, governance, and incentives into a single multi-chain DeFi powerhouse.