Aliyu Pokima

Meme coins surged throughout the week alongside the wider market, prompting expected retail reactions. Dogecoin (DOGE) and Shiba Inu (SHIB) traders moved a significant portion of holdings to exchanges, doubling down on profit-taking after recent gains.

Robert Hacket, an a16z crypto executive, stated that stablecoins have outgrown the meaning of their original label in recent years. Several experts believe a name change is necessary going forward for the asset class to integrate use cases. However, like other tech terms, the name is expected to linger across traditional circles even after a change.

OKX Card has bolstered stablecoin use across Europe, strengthening retail confidence in the growing adoption rate.

The quantum threat to Bitcoin (BTC) and other crypto assets is growing more pronounced amid repeated warnings from blockchain security firms. Despite red flags, actual developments remain stalled, causing jitters among holders.

The crypto market is gaining momentum with institutional inflows breaking last month’s resistance. Fund flows to crypto ETPs mark the sixth consecutive week of inflows after a daunting spell in February. Bitcoin (BTC) sparked broader gains, moving above $81,000, while altcoins strengthened over the last 14 days.

Iran has announced Hormuz Safe, a new Bitcoin-based maritime insurance project for ships. It is expected to cover cargo transiting the Strait of Hormuz and the Persian Gulf amid stretched geopolitical tensions. Meanwhile, crypto users have termed it a win for Bitcoin in critical oil trades.

As the notorious Q-Day approaches, blockchain and security experts are backing Ethereum (ETH) as a way to face fewer risks than Bitcoin (BTC). This follows growing community debates about the best approach each asset can take, given its structure.

On-chain analytics firm Glassnode highlighted several dangers quantum computers pose to Bitcoin (BTC) assets. Recent institutional reports have suggested similar numbers, as experts propose solutions to emerging risks.

Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin says the network is prioritizing decentralization over speed while positioning itself for wider adoption. The Ethereum Foundation (EF), having faced criticism in recent years, will change its approach to governance. Meanwhile, the Ethereum price rebound continues, with bulls maintaining weekly gains of 1.5%.

Digital assets are plummeting again after slight gains that helped cushion traders’ risk exposure. Altcoins have also extended their losses over the last seven days, fueling a broader market decline. However, XRP whales are optimistic about on-chain metrics flipping, which could lead to a string of inflows.