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Iran’s central bank used $500M in Tether to fight FX collapse and evade sanctions
Iran's central bank amassed $507M in USDT to dodge sanctions, using crypto tactics to access offshore liquidity. The post Iran’s central bank used $500M in Tether to fight FX collapse and evade sanctions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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Arnav Pagidyala: Ethereum and Solana will dominate by 2026, Solana’s community culture enhances its ecosystem, and Robinhood is set to surpass Coinbase | Bankless
Ethereum and Solana are expected to solidify their positions as leading blockchain platforms by 2026. General-purpose blockchain networks will find it challenging to compete with the established network effects of Ethereum and Solana. Solana is gaining favor among developers and consumers, positi... The post Arnav Pagidyala: Ethereum and Solana will dominate by 2026, Solana’s community culture enhances its…

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Vladimir Novakovski: DeFi must match traditional finance performance, why solving real-world problems is crucial, and the evolving role of Ethereum in trading | Empire
DeFi must match the performance of traditional finance while maintaining verifiability. Building in crypto should focus on solving significant problems rather than building for its own sake. Most digital asset trading remains centralized, not utilizing blockchain technology. The post Vladimir Novakovski: DeFi must match traditional finance performance, why solving real-world problems is crucial, and the evolving…

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Zach Pandl: Bitcoin projected to hit $126,000 by mid-2026, Ethereum to outperform due to regulatory clarity, and the rise of stablecoins in corporate finance | Unchained
Bitcoin is projected to reach a new all-time high by the first half of 2026. Ethereum is expected to continue outperforming Bitcoin due to its market dynamics. The US crypto industry is moving towards greater regulatory clarity. The post Zach Pandl: Bitcoin projected to hit $126,000 by mid-2026, Ethereum to outperform due to regulatory clarity, and the rise of stablecoins in corporate finance | Unchained appeared…
Alex Pruden: Quantum computing threatens Bitcoin’s cryptographic security, 30-40% of Bitcoin is exposed to risks, and the urgent need for post-quantum cryptography | Unchained

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Alex Pruden: Quantum computing threatens Bitcoin’s cryptographic security, 30-40% of Bitcoin is exposed to risks, and the urgent need for post-quantum cryptography | Unchained
Quantum computing presents a significant future threat to Bitcoin due to its slow governance processes. Quantum computing operates on principles that allow it to perform tasks classical computers cannot, posing a threat to cryptographic algorithms. Experts predict a wide range of timelines for wh... The post Alex Pruden: Quantum computing threatens Bitcoin’s cryptographic security, 30-40% of Bitcoin is exposed to risks, and the urgent need for post-quantum cryptography | Unchained appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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Marc Zeller: Insider trading laws don’t ensure market fairness, Aave governance highlights DAO potential, and ownership of assets is crucial in DeFi | Unchained
Insider trading laws aim to prevent the misuse of privileged information rather than ensuring market fairness. Many on-chain analysts misinterpret market information, leading to flawed conclusions. Aave governance is seen as a potential success story for DAOs, highlighting its significance in DeFi. The post Marc Zeller: Insider trading laws don’t ensure market fairness, Aave governance highlights DAO…

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Alex Thorn: The four-year Bitcoin cycle is broken, macroeconomic trends favor higher prices, and Ethereum faces competition from Solana | Unchained
The traditional four-year Bitcoin cycle is considered broken, reflecting changes in market dynamics. Bitcoin's market conditions are too chaotic to predict accurately for 2026. Bitcoin could experience both new cycle lows and all-time highs within 2026. The post Alex Thorn: The four-year Bitcoin cycle is broken, macroeconomic trends favor higher prices, and Ethereum faces competition from Solana | Unchained appeared…
STAT+: Slingshot pulls therapy chatbot Ash out of U.K. over regulatory concerns

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STAT+: Slingshot pulls therapy chatbot Ash out of U.K. over regulatory concerns
Slingshot AI will withdraw its therapy chatbot app Ash from the U.K. over concerns it runs afoul of medical device regulations.

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Tension grows between Lakers ownership and LeBron's legacy
Private frustrations inside Los Angeles reveal a changing power dynamic

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JJ Redick fixes the Lakers' biggest flaw with a strange trap system to protect Luka Doncic
An unconventional defensive adjustment signals a potential turning point for Los Angeles as tactical discipline replaces long-standing vulnerability
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City of Houston braces for ‘bone-chilling’ winter storm with 12 warming centers, ‘all hands on deck’
City officials encourage residents to stay off the roads and winter-proof their properties ahead of expected freezing weather.

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Images of Uvalde, Harvey aftermath and beyond inspire music to spur reflection in ‘Witness’
Austin-based photojournalist Tamir Kalifa brings in a host of musicians for the project, including the older sister of a Robb Elementary shooting victim.
