Recently, Project Eleven (a quantum computing research team) declared a reward of 1 bitcoin for the first group capable of completing a task to demonstrate breaking an ECC (elliptic curve cryptography) key utilizing Shor’s algorithm on a quantum computer. The cutoff for this challenge is April 5th, 2026, indicating that in order to qualify for the prize, a team must illustrate the breaking of a key pair before that date. This is frankly a thoroughly absurd and meaningless incentive for several reasons, the first being the deadline of just under a year from now. Even highly optimistic assessments regarding the…
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National Artist for Film, Nora Aunor | Photo credits: Kristoffer Ian De Leon’s Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/buchokokoy.psshh) THE one and only icon of Philippine cinema, Nora C. Villamayor, commonly recognized as Nora Aunor, has passed away. She was 71 years of age. The announcement was made via a Facebook update by her son, Kristoffer Ian De Leon, on April 16. “We love you Ma… alam ng Diyos kung gano ka namin ka mahal.. pahinga ka na po Ma.. nandito ka lang sa puso at isipan namin.. (God knows how deeply we cherish you.. rest now Ma.. you remain in our hearts…
Trusted Editorial material, examined by prominent industry specialists and experienced editors. Ad Disclosure Cryptocurrency analysts have suggested the potential for the Dogecoin price to hit $10. Given this, it is crucial to assess what DOGE’s market capitalization would be if it reaches this ambitious price point. What DOGE’s Market Capitalization Would Be If The Dogecoin Price Hits $10 CoinMarketCap statistics indicate that DOGE presently has a total circulating supply of 148.88 billion. This suggests that the Dogecoin price could showcase a market capitalization of $1.48 trillion if it reaches $10. It is notable that this would position the meme coin…
Prime brokerage Hidden Road, which was recently purchased by Ripple for $1.25 billion, has obtained a broker-dealer license from the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) — a strategic decision that boosts its capabilities in the fixed-income arenas.As a FINRA broker-dealer, Hidden Road is positioned to enhance its fixed-income prime brokerage offerings and broaden its functions in conventional markets, the firm declared on April 17. This encompasses providing institutional clients with regulatory-compliant clearing and financing options across fixed-income securities.Membership in FINRA signifies a substantial dedication to compliance and safeguarding investors. It also enhances the registrants’ credibility in the perspective of investment…
As per a recent update by C0d3slayer on X, Dogecoin is starting to exhibit early optimistic signals following a short-term retracement. He pointed out that the 1-minute chart is revealing subtle changes in momentum, indicating that a brief recovery might be developing. Although frequently disregarded, these micro-level formations are attracting the attention of active traders, who are scouting for initial entries ahead of the next major price fluctuation. In the absence of a breakout, the early emergence of higher lows and purchasing activity offers a hint of optimistic potential. As the market assesses its next move, DOGE could be quietly…
The Department of Education (DepEd) announced on Tuesday that the “alarming” increase in bullying incidents has become a national issue, prompting the department to collaborate with various government agencies and organizations. “To effectively tackle bullying, we must engage not only within the schools but also in the families and communities that our learners belong to,” said Education Secretary Juan Edgardo “Sonny” M. Angara in a statement. “This is not merely a school concern; it is a national priority that requires a comprehensive response from both the government and society,” he further added. The information shared during the largest Executive Committee…
TL;DR: We are pleased to announce that the applications are now available for the sixth group of the Ethereum Protocol Fellowship (EPF6). The EPF offers a route for eager protocol developers to make substantial contributions to Ethereum. In every cohort, a varied assembly works towards advancing Ethereum’s roadmap throughout the fellowship. This encompasses the creation of client implementations, testing and specifications, along with engaging in the latest core protocol research. With a primary aim to find eventual placement for fellows in R&D teams involved in core protocol development, EPF grants fellows a distinctive chance to collaborate with other skilled individuals,…
Bitcoin (BTC) has established a new target at $155,000, echoing gold’s trends as analysis characterizes both commodities as “extraordinarily remarkable.”In a update on X dated April 16, renowned trading and analysis account Cryptollica forecasted BTC/USD mimicking gold’s trajectory to reach fresh all-time highs next.Analysis highlights significant BTC price parallels with goldBitcoin has generated attention for its failure to replicate gold’s record-setting path in 2025.While XAU/USD continues to achieve successive record peaks, BTC/USD has dropped 9.3% on a year-to-date basis, according to data from Cointelegraph Markets Pro and TradingView.BTC/USD 1-day chart. Source: Cointelegraph/TradingViewDespite predictions for an imminent “blow-off top” in gold,…
A US federal magistrate has consented to suspend a lawsuit initiated by 18 state attorneys general and the cryptocurrency advocacy group DeFi Education Fund against the Securities and Exchange Commission after all involved parties expressed that new SEC leadership might render the case irrelevant.Kentucky District Court Judge Gregory Van Tatenhove mandated a 60-day hold on the matter on April 16, referencing a mid-March submission from the SEC that indicated “this case could potentially be resolved” due to a leadership shift at the regulatory body.He remarked that the parties are required to submit a joint status update within 30 days.Paul Atkins,…
The trajectory of Bitcoin’s value is once more attracting attention, and this occasion, the impetus seems to stem from global liquidity trends altering investor perceptions. In a recent in-depth analysis, Matt Crosby, Chief Analyst at Bitcoin Magazine Pro, divulges persuasive data linking the renewed optimistic momentum of this digital currency to the growing global M2 money supply. His observations not only shed light on the forthcoming Bitcoin price fluctuations but also establish its macroeconomic significance within a larger financial framework. Figure 1: Historically, Bitcoin bull markets have aligned with the accelerated growth of global liquidity. View Live Chart Bitcoin Value…