The Lab · 2026-04-02 17:27:01 · Decrypt
A new blockchain network, Quip Network, has launched with a core architecture designed for a novel and exclusive purpose: cryptocurrency mining powered by quantum computers. This marks a significant departure from conventional mining operations reliant on classical computing hardware like ASICs. The development arrives...
The Vault · 2026-04-06 18:56:48 · Decrypt
A solo Bitcoin miner, operating with a microscopic fraction of the network's total power, has achieved a near-mythical feat: successfully mining a block and claiming the full 6.25 BTC reward, valued at approximately $210,000. This victory defies staggering probabilistic odds, akin to winning a cosmic lottery, and serve...
The Vault · 2026-04-29 06:54:08 · The Register
Security researchers have identified a coordinated campaign on ClawHub, the skill marketplace for OpenClaw AI agents, in which a single author published 30 plugins designed to silently hijack AI agent environments for cryptocurrency mining operations. The attack requires no malware deployment and operates without obtai...