Project Progress

Shiba Inu shows recovery signs with key support holding and rising trading volume. Shibarium and Layer-3 upgrades strengthen utility, privacy, and ecosystem expansion across the network. Burn mechanisms and government-linked holdings add attention and long-term market interest. Shiba Inu

The Cosmos Hub's proposal for Osmosis integration failed narrowly, with Osmosis acknowledging the outcome. The team will maintain independence, focusing on user safety and progressing their roadmap. Further updates will follow.

Drift Protocol faced a $280 million loss due to a hack, prompting Tether to launch a $150 million recovery plan, switching settlement assets to USDT. Meanwhile, Circle faces a lawsuit for failing to freeze stolen funds, highlighting regulatory ambiguities in the crypto industry.

Pi Network announced a mandatory upgrade to Protocol version 22.1, requiring completion by April 27, 2026, to maintain network connection. The upgrade is seen positively for enhancing security and performance, with next version expected by May 11, 2026.

波場（TRON）創始人孫宇晨（Justin Sun）本周在 X 平台公開宣布，TRON 網路將啟動後量子密碼學（PQC）升級計劃，擬將抗量子加密簽章標準直接整合至 TRON 主網。截至 4 月 17 日，Tron DAO 尚未發布任何正式的治理方案或技術文件，相關公告目前僅限於孫宇晨的公開聲明。

彭博社報導美籍投資人麥可‧勒奇及其EVO基金，專注於為中小企業提供資金流動性，以浮動履約價認股權證為主。EVO在日本市場主導地位，但其融資工具也面臨股權稀釋的風險。Metaplanet與EVO合作，轉型為比特幣儲備公司，但其股價波動與資金依賴性增加了經營的不確定性。

NAT has launched on SpiderPool, enabling dual-mining with Bitcoin without extra setup. It generates 386 million NAT per block every 10 minutes, valued at $38, with a total market cap of $38 million. The code is open-source.

比特幣（BTC）持平於74,920美元，以色列與黎巴嫩停火生效，川普稱伊朗同意不擁核。瑞穗銀行警告馬斯克的X Money可能受到紐約加密監管影響。Yuga Labs更換CEO，Greg Solano轉任董事會主席，Michael Figge接任。市場普遍樂觀，十年來最大比特幣購買潮出現，暗示價格可能向9萬美元邁進。

Yuga Labs has appointed Michael Figge as CEO, transitioning founder Greg Solano to Board Chair. Figge, previously Chief Product Officer, has been acting as CEO. Solano will focus on creative direction as the company develops its metaverse project, Otherside.

Justin Sun has launched TRON’s PQ upgrade plan, positioning it as the first major blockchain to adopt quantum-resistant technology, while criticizing Bitcoin and Ethereum for their slower progress in addressing quantum threats.

Sweat Economy has received a patent for its movement verification system in Nigeria, enhancing its M2E ecosystem on NEAR Protocol. The company validates user activity through its Sweatcoin app, allowing users to earn $SWEAT tokens. This approval boosts confidence in its technology and supports further patent applications in Europe.

Lido's governance token LDO has gained 30% in 30 days, driven by a $20 million buyback program, while major DeFi competitors declined. Despite the rally, LDO remains down 94% from its peak.

Sky, the decentralized finance protocol formerly known as MakerDAO, launched its stablecoin USDS and yield-bearing sUSDS on Avalanche via Skylink, a unique crosschain bridge. The bridge began with a 5 million daily transfer cap, expected to increase by April 27.

World Liberty Financial proposed a governance restructuring affecting 62.28 billion WLFI tokens, including a potential burn of up to 4.52 billion tokens for eligible holders. The plan aims to align governance participation over two years, amid concerns about token unlocks and governance transparency.

South Korea's Ministry of Economy and Finance has approved a pilot project for blockchain-based deposit tokens to replace traditional government purchase cards, aiming to prevent misuse of funds and cut costs. The initiative aligns with the country’s digital currency strategy.

Sahara AI has launched Sorin, an investment agent for trading across various assets like cryptocurrencies and stocks. It offers autonomous trading, quantitative strategy automation, and personalized risk management to all users, following testing with 20,000 participants.

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

Tensions escalated between Tron founder Justin Sun and Trump-backed WLFI over a controversial governance proposal that penalizes dissenting voters. Sun criticized the proposal as coercive and absurd, alleging WLFI attempted to monopolize power.

BTTC Bridge has upgraded its transaction records page to improve asset tracking for cross-chain users. The new interface features dual viewing modes, enhanced filters, and clear identification markers, aiming to streamline transaction management. Further refinements are planned.

South Korea plans to launch a blockchain-based deposit token pilot in Sejong City in Q4 2026, replacing traditional government payment methods. This initiative aims to simplify transactions and reduce costs for small businesses.