Ripple's former CTO David Schwartz highlighted security trade-offs in DeFi cross-chain bridges following a $280 million exploit of KelpDAO's rsETH token. Schwartz noted that while many bridge designs are strong on paper, real-world deployment often sacrifices key security mechanisms for convenience and operational simplicity. This incident raises broader concerns about collateral confidence and the need for stricter controls in DeFi infrastructure. The exploit's complexity points to implementation lapses rather than fundamental interoperability failures, signaling that teams must prioritize rigorous security practices over speed and ease of use.
The XRP Ledger (XRPL) has exceeded 8 million activated accounts, marking significant growth driven by institutional interest and AI integration. Originally built for fast cross-border payments, XRPL now supports tokenization of real-world assets, dec...
The XRP Ledger has surpassed 8 million activated accounts, marking steady growth since March 2026. However, daily active addresses have declined to a 2026 low of 25,350, indicating less frequent user engagement despite overall adoption. XRP's price f...
XRP surged about 4% to $1.11 following a broader crypto market rebound triggered by softer U.S. inflation data. Technical signals suggest a bullish inverse head and shoulders pattern, with potential for a 20% price increase if XRP breaks the $1.12–$1...
XRP whale activity has increased alongside a notable drop in Binance's XRP reserves, falling from 2.80 billion to 2.61 billion tokens. Withdrawal transactions on major exchanges like Coinbase, Binance, and Bybit have surpassed deposits, indicating la...
Veteran trader Peter Brandt has identified a potential "inverted head and shoulders" bottom pattern in Bitcoin's price, suggesting a possible shift in momentum. However, he cautions that the pattern is unconventional and not yet confirmed. Meanwhile,...
