An AI agent discovered a decade-old vulnerability in the XRP Ledger (XRPL) that could have allowed the creation of approximately 18 trillion XRP, threatening the $94 billion market. This critical flaw, which went unnoticed in past security reviews, led XRPL developers to bypass standard governance procedures for an emergency fix.
Japanese treasury firm Metaplanet sold 10,000 BTC and repurchased 11,000 at a higher average price as part of its strategy to improve credit ratings and access to financing. The company aims to demonstrate its ability to convert crypto holdings into cash to meet financial obligations, ensuring confidence among prospective creditors.
Coldcard is investigating how a phishing link appeared on its official X account, advising users to avoid interacting with the link. The company has promised to provide verified updates as the situation develops, aiming to protect its user base from potential scams.