Author: Kryptonews

The Louvre in Paris is set to return more than 250 objects from the bequest of the late arts patron and socialist Baroness Adèle de Rothschild after they landed in the museum’s collection by error.The mistake was uncovered five years ago after a cross-inventory of the Louvre’s collection. The items will be returned to the Fondation des Artistes, a private cultural organization which funds artists and art schools. It is headquartered in the Hôtel Salomon de Rothschild, which the baroness built on 11 rue Berryer in Paris and used as her private residence.Rothschild, who died in 1922, bequeathed the building…

Japanese investment company Metaplanet has become the world’s eighth-largest corporate holder of Bitcoin, continuing its aggressive strategy to promote Bitcoin adoption across Asia.The company acquired an additional 1,088 Bitcoin (BTC) at an average price of $108,400 per coin for a total of $117.9 million, the investment firm announced in a June 2 X post.The latest acquisition pushed Metaplent’s total holdings to over 8,888 BTC, making it the world’s eighth-largest corporate Bitcoin holder, surpassing Galaxy Digital Holdings’ 8,100 BTC and Block Inc.’s 8,485 BTC, according to Bitbo data.The 10 largest Bitcoin holding companies worldwide. Source: BitboRelated: MARA’s Bitcoin mining revenue hits…

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IntroductionThe cryptocurrency market continues to be synonymous with volatility, and its unpredictable nature spares no investor—retail or institutional—without careful strategic planning. The latest market tremor was catalyzed not by internal blockchain developments, but by intensifying global tariff conflicts between economic powerhouses like the United States and China. As tensions escalate, traditional equities responded with sharp declines, exposing vulnerabilities in fiat-based frameworks. Yet, Bitcoin (BTC) exhibited remarkable resilience, momentarily dipping during liquidation events before mounting a significant recovery above $104,300.This is not simply another volatile swing—it’s an important signal that cannot be ignored. It reveals a deeper, structural shift where Bitcoin…

Understanding the Quantum Threat Quantum computing represents a fundamental shift in processing power, one that threatens the cryptographic foundations of blockchain technology. Current blockchain security relies on algorithms like ECDSA (Elliptic Curve Digital Signature Algorithm) and SHA-256 (Secure Hash Algorithm 256), which are computationally infeasible to break with classical computers. However, quantum computers—specifically those leveraging Shor’s Algorithm—can theoretically break these cryptographic barriers in polynomial time, compromising private keys, transactions, and network consensus. How Quantum Computers Break Blockchain Security Shor’s Algorithm: This quantum algorithm can factor large numbers exponentially faster than classical algorithms, rendering RSA encryption useless. Though blockchain primarily uses…

Crypto gaming startup Orange Cap Games (OCG) has acquired the intellectual property of the Ethereum-based non-fungible token collection Moonbirds from Yuga Labs.OCG said on May 30 that it bought the Moonbirds, Mythics and Oddities NFT collections from Yuga, but did not disclose details or pricing of the deal.It comes a little over a year after Yuga acquired the three collections when it took over the company that created them, PROOF, in February.“Moonbirds deserve a team whose whole world is the birds, and there’s no one better than Orange Cap Games to help them reach their potential,” Yuga Labs co-founder Greg…

A large week for labor markets looms with four employment-related reports to be released in addition to a speech from the Federal Reserve chair and two PMIs. Meanwhile, trade tensions between the United States and China are escalating again. Beijing reportedly stated that it will “take forceful measures to safeguard its legitimate rights and interests” if the US insists on “going its own way and continues to undermine China’s interests.” The comments follow US Treasury Secretary Bessent stating over the weekend that China is “withholding some of the products that they agreed to release during our agreement.” Crypto markets have…

The Protocol Support team is organizing a grant round to support the upcoming Ethereum KZG Ceremony. The KZG Ceremony is a coordinated public ritual that will provide a cryptographic foundation for Ethereum scaling initiatives like EIP-4844. Learn more about the Ceremony and participate in the test version at ceremony.ethereum.org. If you’d like funding support to contribute at a deeper level, there are two ways to qualify: writing your own implementationsubmitting entropy generated by non-traditional sources or through a unique process → APPLY BY JAN 31 or learn more below Writing your own implementation The best way to avoid a bug…

Bitcoin has undeniably become a pivotal topic in the contemporary financial landscape. More than just digital currency, it represents a philosophical shift, a technological revolution, and a potential cornerstone of a new financial era. Its decentralized nature, scarcity, and cryptographic resilience have captured the imagination of investors, technologists, and individuals seeking an alternative to traditional financial systems.## The Genesis of DecentralizationThe central premise behind Bitcoin is decentralization. Unlike traditional currencies controlled by central banks and governments, Bitcoin operates on a peer-to-peer network. Transactions are verified and recorded on a public, distributed ledger known as the blockchain. This eliminates the need…

The Hidden Dangers of Smart Home Devices: Why Convenience Comes with Risks Smart home technology has revolutionized daily life, offering convenience, automation, and effortless control over lighting, security, and entertainment systems. However, beneath the sleek interfaces and voice-activated commands lie potential threats that consumers often overlook. As devices become increasingly interconnected, the risk of data breaches, privacy violations, and even physical sabotage rises. Privacy Concerns: Always Listening, Always Tracking Many smart home devices—such as voice assistants and smart speakers—rely on constant audio and data collection to function. While manufacturers claim they only analyze commands after activation, leaked documents and privacy…