Jameson Loop, a Bitcoin contributor, and other cryptographers have proposed an initiative that could force Bitcoin holders to migrate their tokens to new quantum-resistant addresses, or have their tokens permanently frozen by the network itself. In this scenario, holders would technically still "own" the coins but would lose the ability to transfer them. This is known as Bitcoin Improvement Proposal BIP-361 and was updated in Bitcoin's official proposal repository on Tuesday under the title "Post-Quantum Migration with Old Signature Elimination." BIP-361 builds on BIP-360, a proposal put forward in February. BIP-360 introduced a soft fork (a network upgrade) designed to enable a new transaction type called "Payments to Merklegen" (P2MR). This approach borrows from Bitcoin's Taproot (P2TR) framework but removes the key-based spending path, thus removing an element widely considered to pose a quantum-age risk. The BIP-361 proposal divides the migration into three phases. Phase A, which begins three years after activation, prohibits anyone from sending new Bitcoins to old, quantum-vulnerable addresses. You can still spend from these addresses, but you cannot receive any coins. Phase B, launched five years after activation, will completely disable old-style signatures (ECDSA and Schnorr), and the network will reject any attempt to spend coins from wallets vulnerable to quantum attacks. Essentially, your coins will be frozen. Finally, there is Phase C, a rescue scheme still under research: it is possible for the holder of the frozen wallet to prove ownership through zero-knowledge proofs (a method of proving knowledge of a secret without revealing the secret itself). If successful, the coins frozen in Phase B can be recovered. (CoinDesk)

Digital asset trading platform Gate released its March 2026 Transparency Report. Around its Intelligent Web3 strategy, the platform is accelerating the construction of an AI product matrix centered on Gate for AI, GateClaw, GateAI, and GateRouter, and promoting the deep integration of AI technology into the trading ecosystem. Gate AI has covered more than 80 application scenarios, encompassing market analysis, strategy assistance, and investment research support, and is gradually penetrating into high-frequency trading and investment research, becoming a key driver of platform capability upgrades. In terms of business data, the Gate TradFi sector saw a peak daily trading volume exceeding $20 billion, covering more than 350 assets, with 174 new assets added in the month, becoming a core growth engine. According to CoinDesk data, the platform's user base has exceeded 51 million, and its derivatives market share rose to a record high of 12.2%; its spot trading volume remains the second largest globally, its liquidity consistently ranks among the top three, and both trading depth and activity are improving simultaneously. Gate's institutional business also performed exceptionally well, earning it the title of "Best Institutional Trading Platform" on the BeInCrypto rankings. Leveraging its approximately 2ms low-latency matching, deep liquidity, and multi-asset system, combined with SuperLink cross-market accounts and third-party custody partnerships, the platform further enhances capital efficiency and security. Gate is continuously strengthening its leading position in the global trading and institutional services sector through the synergistic upgrade of its AI product matrix and multi-asset trading capabilities.

Ethereum treasury firm BMNR has reported a net loss of $3.82 billion for the current quarter. According to Odaily, the financial results highlight significant challenges faced by the company amid fluctuating market conditions. BMNR's performance reflects broader trends within the cryptocurrency sector, where volatility continues to impact financial outcomes. The report underscores the ongoing difficulties in navigating the complex landscape of digital assets.

The ETH/BTC exchange rate has recently surged, reaching a near 70-day high by surpassing 0.032 USD. According to BlockBeats, this marks the highest point in over two months. As a result, a hedge trader known as BobbyBigSize on Hyperliquid has seen significant impacts on their positions. The trader's main positions, consisting of an ETH short and a BTC long, have a combined value of $34.6 million, with unrealized losses now totaling approximately $1.78 million. Additionally, the trader holds a $12.45 million short position in HYPE, with an unrealized loss of $1.4 million, along with a $3.8 million long position in SOL and other hedge positions. Address: 0x7fdafde5cfb5465924316eced2d3715494c517d1

Bitcoin contributors have introduced BIP-361, a draft proposal aimed at enhancing security by requiring holders to transfer funds to quantum-resistant addresses. According to NS3.AI, this initiative addresses the vulnerability of approximately 6.7 million BTC currently held in legacy-wallet addresses as of March. The proposal outlines a three-phase migration process. Initially, old-style addresses would cease to receive bitcoin, followed by the invalidation of spending signatures after activation.

Tether has launched Tether.Wallet, a self-custodial app that lets users send USDT, USAT, Bitcoin and XAUT using simple names instead of wallet addresses.

According to CV VC's annual report, Switzerland's Crypto Valley raised $728 million in 31 deals in 2025, a 37% year-on-year increase, accounting for 47% of total European blockchain venture capital investment. The report states that global blockchain venture capital investment grew by 30% to $15.5 billion, with 986 deals. One deal played a key role: The Open Network led the way with a $400 million funding round, followed by Sygnum Bank ($58 million), M0 ($40 million), Impossible Cloud Network ($34 million), and CratD2C ($30 million). Blockchain networks attracted 62% of the funding, infrastructure accounted for 14%, and centralized financial services and DeFi applications each accounted for 10%. Crypto Valley currently boasts 1,766 active blockchain companies, a 134% increase since 2020. Despite increased funding, the valuation of the top 50 crypto projects fell to $467 billion, and the number of unicorns dropped from 17 to 10. This was mainly due to the weak market at the end of the year, which caused the valuations of six token projects to fall below the $1 billion threshold, and the departure of 21Shares from the ecosystem after its acquisition by FalconX.

Antofagasta, a mining company, reported that its gold production for the first quarter reached 46,500 ounces. According to Jin10, this production figure reflects the company's ongoing efforts to maintain its output levels. The report highlights Antofagasta's commitment to sustaining its production targets amid fluctuating market conditions. The company continues to focus on optimizing its operations to achieve consistent results in the mining sector.

TRON has officially launched its quantum-resistant upgrade plan, according to Foresight News. The initiative involves deploying a post-quantum signature scheme on the mainnet that complies with the standards set by the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). The technical roadmap for this upgrade will be released soon. TRON's founder, Justin Sun, emphasized that quantum security should not be a matter of debate but a fundamental feature. He assured that TRON is committed to safeguarding user assets from potential quantum threats.

Hermès reported a total revenue of 4.07 billion euros for the first quarter. According to Jin10, this figure fell short of institutional expectations, which were set at 4.16 billion euros.

According to the announcement from Binance, users in Bolivia can now utilize QR codes to make payments at all local merchants using their cryptocurrencies. This new service offers a simple, fast, and fee-free method for cryptocurrency transactions, allowing users to pay directly from their Binance accounts. The process involves scanning a QR code, selecting the desired cryptocurrency from options like USDT, BTC, or over 100 others, and confirming the transaction through the app. Binance automatically converts the cryptocurrency to local currency at the time of payment, eliminating the need for manual conversion. The QR payment service is exclusively available to Binance users who have completed identity verification in Bolivia. Users must have cryptocurrency in their Binance accounts, whether in Spot, Funding, or Earn. This service provides flexibility and convenience, enabling users to pay instantly without the need for cash. The transaction is credited immediately, ensuring a hassle-free experience. The conversion rate is determined by the exchange rate at the time of payment. Binance emphasizes the importance of security and advises users to be cautious of phishing sites, recommending that they always verify they are on the official Binance website when entering sensitive information. The company also notes that transactions involving digital assets carry certain risks, which are the responsibility of the individual. Binance does not offer financial advice, and users are encouraged to visit the Responsible Trading page for more information on protecting themselves. Additionally, Binance reserves the right to amend or cancel the announcement at any time without prior notice.

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