US President Donald Trump signed two decrees to increase quantum computing capacity and prepare critical systems against future cyber risks. The decrees are being closely watched in the cryptocurrency market, especially due to discussions that encryption methods that protect blockchain networks may be challenged by advanced quantum computers in the long term.
Quantum step and its possible impact on crypto
The news emphasized that the quantum computers used today have not reached the level of breaking blockchain encryption, but governments are making preparations without expecting this possibility. It is evaluated that the USA’s early action could accelerate a similar preparation process in the crypto industry.
Mini dictionary: Post-quantum cryptography refers to a new generation of encryption methods that are intended to remain secure even in the event of the emergence of very powerful quantum computers. This area is seen as critical for the digital asset ecosystem as well as financial infrastructures and public systems.
The US administration has issued two decrees to strengthen its position in quantum computing and prepare critical systems against quantum-enabled cyber threats in the future.
Trump serves as the 47th president of the United States. While the news drew attention to the long-term effects of the signed regulations, it was also stated that concerns about security architecture in the crypto asset sector came to the fore again.
Bitcoin option pressure in the markets
Another topic in the focus of the markets was the $10 billion Deribit option expiration that will take place today in Bitcoin. It was stated that traders were preparing for additional market pressure due to this development, which was shown as one of the biggest expirations of the year.
In contrast, 21Shares maintained its year-end target of $100,000 for Bitcoin. The company considers the latest pullback as part of the usual movements seen in post-halving cycles, despite the sharp decline from last year’s peak.
| Title | Data |
|---|---|
| Deribit option maturity | $10 billion, June 26, 2026 |
| 21Shares year-end target | $100,000 |
| retreat from the top | 50% |
21Shares maintains its $100,000 year-end target for Bitcoin, arguing that the current correction fits with typical fluctuations seen in post-halving periods.
Regional expansion and control pressure
On the Middle East side, Bahrain-based financial technology company Infinios signed a strategic agreement with Circle to expand stablecoin payments in the region. Circle is among the prominent companies in the digital payment infrastructure as the issuer of the USDC stablecoin.
In contrast, CoinEx came under scrutiny following a report alleging that Iran-linked entities transferred billions of dollars of crypto assets through the platform over the past few years. The news noted that these flows increased the question marks regarding the stock market.
Company balance sheets and Asian data
On-chain data and analysis company CryptoQuant warned that Strategy may need to be more cautious in Bitcoin purchases. According to the news, increasing dividend obligations and weakening cash reserves are putting pressure on the financial outlook of the company led by Michael Saylor.
Foreign money transfers made with crypto money in South Korea have increased by 380% in the last three years, leaving traditional banks behind. In the same period, the stock market declined by more than 10% in the sharp selling wave led by technology stocks, increasing concerns about the fragility in Asian markets.
In other headlines, it was reported that the Bank of England proposed to soften stablecoin rules in the final framework, the Bank of Japan monitored artificial intelligence-driven growth along with rising energy costs, and Animoca Brands invested in AllScale to expand stablecoin payments and artificial intelligence-supported trade. Additionally, while Unicorn rose following a community-led migration to Solana, MemeCore is down more than 64% this week.
