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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

JPool has announced a new partnership with Meria as the development of staking in the Solana ecosystem keeps growing faster, with big platforms joining in. The cooperation will improve accessibility, liquidity, and decentralization to its users who are engaged in staking within the network. Meria i

Morpho and Tempo have partnered to launch the Machine Payments Protocol (MPP) on Tempo Mainnet, aiming to enhance global payments through automated and agent-led systems. This innovative protocol supports various payment methods, fostering efficiency in financial transactions.