The Ethereum Foundation has launched a $1 million subsidy program designed to help Ethereum mainnet builders pay for professional smart contract security audits. Key Takeaways: The Ethereum Foundation launched a $1 million audit subsidy program on April 14, 2026, to help builders cover security r

In brief ASI Alliance and Matterhorn said they are building tools to reduce risks from AI-generated blockchain code. The platform combines automated analysis, human review, and testing tools to audit smart contracts before deployment. The partnership runs on ASI:Chain and aims to

In brief ASI Alliance and Matterhorn said they are building tools to reduce risks from AI-generated blockchain code. The platform combines automated analysis, human review, and testing tools to audit smart contracts before deployment. The partnership runs on ASI:Chain and aims to

In brief ASI Alliance and Matterhorn said they are building tools to reduce risks from AI-generated blockchain code. The platform combines automated analysis, human review, and testing tools to audit smart contracts before deployment. The partnership runs on ASI:Chain and aims to

Anthropic launched the Beta version of Claude for Word on April 10, allowing users to draft and edit documents in the Microsoft Word sidebar, with all changes displayed via Track Changes. This feature supports sharing context with Claude for Excel and PowerPoint, making cross-document collaboration easier. This move is part of Anthropic’s transition to an embedded AI assistant, competing with Microsoft Copilot, and providing a more explicit audit trail.

The essay analyzes the security of the XRP Ledger amid quantum computing advancements. An audit reveals that XRP is currently resilient to quantum attacks, with billions of XRP held in dormant accounts and a robust key rotation system, positioning it as a secure blockchain ecosystem.

By Omkar Godbole (All times ET unless indicated otherwise) Programmable blockchain Solana's SOL token has hit five-week lows after an exploit at one of its largest perpetual decentralized exchange, Drift, underscored that security risks go beyond just smart contracts. “If you're building in

Tether has dismissed senior gold traders from HSBC, ceasing its plans for a competitive gold trading desk while managing 140 tons of gold. This decision coincides with ongoing financial adjustments and audit efforts as Tether explores new funding and operations.

Tether has dismissed senior gold traders from HSBC, ceasing its plans for a competitive gold trading desk while managing 140 tons of gold. This decision coincides with ongoing financial adjustments and audit efforts as Tether explores new funding and operations.

_Ripple proposes XLS-33 tokens to hide XRPL balances while keeping total supply verifiable for institutional use._ _XLS-33 uses zero-knowledge proofs and EC-ElGamal encryption to secure transactions without revealing amounts._ _Issuers can freeze, audit, or clawback tokens, keeping