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In brief A new protocol called OP_NET has launched on the Bitcoin network, aiming to enable DeFi-style applications on the base layer. The system processes contract calls through standard Bitcoin transactions rather than sidechains or wrapped BTC. Founders say the design avoids Ordinals-r

In brief BTQ Technologies released the first working implementation of BIP 360 on the Bitcoin Quantum testnet. The upgrade introduces quantum-resistant transaction structures and post-quantum signatures. BTQ says Bitcoin’s biggest barrier to quantum readiness is social consensus around an

The Federal Reserve maintained interest rates at 3.75% with an 11-1 vote, signaling a cautious approach to monetary policy. A lone dissent for a rate cut was noted, while projections indicate one cut in 2026 and 2027. The decision led to stock drops and a stronger dollar amidst concerns over inflation.

The global crypto market has faced a decline, with a 4% dip in total market cap to $2.44T. Bitcoin and Ethereum dropped by 4.56% and 5.85%, respectively. Despite these declines, some cryptocurrencies saw significant gains, while DeFi and NFT metrics also fell.

Hyperliquid, a crypto-native derivatives platform, has launched perpetual contracts tied to the S&P 500, one of the world’s most widely followed benchmarks. The contracts allow traders to access the benchmark index 24/7, bypassing traditional market hours, and mark a growing trend of tokenising