Federal Reserve Paper Proposes New Risk Weighting Model for Crypto

New analysis published Wednesday by the Federal Reserve proposes that crypto be categorized as a distinct asset class for initial margin requirements used in “uncleared” derivatives markets, including over-the-counter trades and other transactions that do not pass through a centralized clearinghouse. The working paper said that is because crypto is more volatile than traditional asset…

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Justin Drake: Quantum computing could break crypto keys in minutes, Ethereum aims for post-quantum security by 2029, and the race to secure blockchain against quantum threats

Quantum computing could threaten crypto security, urging urgent upgrades to protect digital assets. Key takeaways Quantum computing poses a significant threat to current cryptographic systems used in crypto. The emergence of quantum computers necessitates a strategic allocation of resources to mitigate risks. Quantum computers could potentially break cryptographic keys in a matter of minutes. Three…

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Zcash faces potential 66% decline, holders reduce stakes

Zcash recorded a 7% price decline over the past 24 hours, while broader cryptocurrency markets also slipped. However, large holders reduced their positions by approximately 38% over the past seven days, raising concerns about the cryptocurrency’s near-term prospects. Summary Large holders reduced their stakes by 38% over the past week, and technical analysis suggests a…

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Binance Completes $1B SAFU Fund Shift to Bitcoin

Binance converts $1 billion SAFU fund fully into Bitcoin, buying 4,545 BTC to finish its reserve overhaul. Binance announced on Thursday that it has finished converting its $1 billion Secure Asset Fund for Users (SAFU) from stablecoins into Bitcoin, purchasing a final tranche of 4,545 BTC and bringing total holdings to 15,000 BTC. The…

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Trove Markets discreetly refunds influencers via stablecoins after ICO crash

Trove Markets, a decentralized exchange platform, refunded select influencers in stablecoins following the collapse of its native token, according to blockchain analytics firm Bubblemaps. BREAKING: @TroveMarkets quietly refunded KOLs while presale participants lost everything Onchain proof and leaked chats 🧵 pic.twitter.com/GD7cYX8790 — Bubblemaps (@bubblemaps) February 12, 2026 The project raised $11.5 million in an initial…

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