Project Progress

Paolo Ardoino, CEO of Tether, criticizes centralized AI and champions decentralization through the QVAC SDK, allowing local AI model deployment. This shift enhances data privacy and user control, positioning Tether at the convergence of blockchain and AI, challenging dominant tech firms.

Bitcoin communities have recently proposed two major defensive measures to address the risk of quantum computer attacks: Lightning Labs’ rescue tools can prove wallet ownership without exposing the seed; StarkWare’s Quantum-Safe Bitcoin (QSB) strengthens transaction security by using hash functions without changing the core protocol. These technologies help improve Bitcoin’s resilience in the face of future risks.

Grayscale says Aave could become mainstream, highlighting its decentralized lending model without intermediaries. Bank of Canada finds Aave has lower margins due to reduced costs but flags risks from leveraged trading. Governance issues and liquidations persist, though upgrades and ETF

The Bitcoin community has put forward two key defense measures in response to the risk of quantum computers being able to crack it: Lightning Labs’ recovery tools can prove wallet ownership without disclosing the seed; and StarkWare’s Quantum-Secure Bitcoin (QSB) enhances transaction security by using hash functions, without changing the core protocol. These technologies help improve Bitcoin’s resilience against future risks.

Gate News message, April 11, listed crypto wallet provider Exodus launched a new feature called Exodus Pay, aiming to turn its self-custody storage app into an everyday payments tool. The feature allows users to make payments with cryptocurrency. Currently, Exodus Pay is only available to users in five U.S. states, including New York and California.

Circle has released a cross-chain interoperability infrastructure roadmap. Since CCTP launched in April 2023, it has processed over $110B in USDC transfers and supports 20 blockchains. In the future, it plans to expand to other assets and launch multiple innovative products to simplify cross-chain workflows.

Arc released the App Kits SDK suite on April 11. It provides cross-chain, swap, and transfer functionality, and developers can complete the integration with fewer than 10 lines of code. The suite is compatible with multiple wallets and includes a revenue-sharing mechanism. It is now available for free.

Telegram CEO Pavel Durov has criticized WhatsApp for allegedly misleading users about its encryption, claiming a "backdoor" allows third-party access to private messages. He contrasts this with Telegram's privacy standards, asserting that WhatsApp deceives billions.

The Bitcoin community has recently proposed two major defense measures against the risk of quantum computers cracking it: Lightning Labs’ rescue tools can prove wallet ownership without disclosing the seed; and StarkWare’s quantum-secure Bitcoin (QSB) enhances transaction security by using hash functions without changing the core protocol. These technologies help improve Bitcoin’s resilience in facing future risks.

In brief Nunchuk released two open-source tools designed to let AI agents interact with Bitcoin wallets under strict limits. The system uses shared wallets and approval policies so agents cannot spend funds beyond defined rules. The tools aim to support automated financial tasks while

Circle released its 2026 Internet Finance Development Vision on April 10, aiming to build cross-chain interoperability infrastructure to improve capital liquidity and asset issuance capabilities. In the future, it will roll out sub-second settlement functionality and expand to more assets, while simplifying multi-chain operation processes to enhance the user experience.

SBI Ripple Asia launched an XRP Ledger platform enabling regulated prepaid tokens under Japan’s legal framework. APIs integrate blockchain with existing apps, allowing seamless token use without redesigning user interfaces. Platform targets real-world payments, offering fast, low-cost

BASIS announced that its private testing phase has been successfully completed, demonstrating execution latency of under 50 microseconds and 100% operational reliability. The platform uses a controlled rollout strategy, focusing on performance validation, and will set a new benchmark for institutional participants. In the future, it will continue to maintain a “highly filtered” mode to ensure outstanding system performance.

Ripple's Chief Legal Officer, Stuart Alderoty, joins Evernorth Holdings' board as the company prepares to list on Nasdaq with $1 billion raised and significant XRP treasury. This structure mirrors MicroStrategy's Bitcoin approach, providing institutional investors exposure to XRP without directly holding it, enhancing legal oversight and market stability.

Decentralized GPU cloud computing platform Aethir confirmed that its Ethereum bridge contract was attacked, with losses kept within $90k. The team promptly disconnected the contract and worked with exchanges to deal with the hacker wallets. The attacker used a cross-chain smart contract to move funds. Aethir plans to announce a compensation plan next week, and revenue is expected to reach $127.8 million in 2025.

xStocksFi launched on the Mantle network on April 10, allowing users to trade 10 of the most prominent U.S. stocks 24/7. The project is supported by BackedFi and Flowdesk, aiming to improve the distribution efficiency of real-world assets and deliver low trading fees and a fast, smooth experience. More features are planned for the future.

Grayscale says Aave could become mainstream, highlighting its decentralized lending model without intermediaries. Bank of Canada finds Aave has lower margins due to reduced costs but flags risks from leveraged trading. Governance issues and liquidations persist, though upgrades and ETF

Flare announced a governance proposal on April 10. The plan is to capture the maximum extractable value (MEV) to the protocol layer through a newly established entity called FIRE, and to repurchase and burn FLR tokens. The proposal includes a three-stage block-building reshaping, along with the FLR annual inflation rate and an annual hard cap reduction, with the goal of optimizing the network’s economic model and improving protocol transparency and security.

A new prototype from Lightning Labs CTO Olaoluwa Osuntokun could help bitcoin users recover funds if quantum threats force drastic network changes. The tool addresses a key risk in proposed emergency upgrades. Key Takeaways: Lightning Labs CTO Olaoluwa Osuntokun built a prototype to secure bitcoi