Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has described questions over an undeclared £5 million gift from Tether investor Christopher Harborne as “entirely a private matter.” The issue resurfaced following Farage’s election as Member of Parliament for Clacton in 2024, sparking debate over whether he was required to declare the payment after winning his seat.
Official probe launched into Farage’s declarationThe UK Parliament’s Standards Commissioner has opened an investigation into whether Farage should have formally recorded the gift after becoming an MP. Parliamentary rules stipulate that newly elected members must declare any gift worth over £300 received in the previous year, unless it has no reasonable link to their political activities.
Farage maintains the money was received while he was not active in politics. However, BBC Radio 4 host Nick Robinson pointed out that, at the time, Farage devoted around 40 minutes of his own podcast to discussing the possibility of running for Parliament. Farage responded that he had not made a final decision at that stage.
In a broadcast with LBC Radio, Farage insisted the gift was unconditional, arguing that how he spends the money is nobody’s concern and saying he could even use it to buy luxury cars if he wished.
Farage’s changing explanations fuel controversyFarage’s explanation for the nature of the gift has reportedly shifted over time. He initially claimed that the money covered personal security expenses and therefore did not require declaration. Later, he said it was given in recognition of his “27 years campaigning for Brexit.” Despite criticism over these inconsistencies, Farage rejected the accusations, reaffirming that the gift was presented to him with no strings attached.
Christopher Harborne, a British businessman who has lived in Thailand for many years, reportedly holds a roughly 12% stake in Tether, the company behind the stablecoin USDT. Tether stands as one of the largest firms in the crypto asset market, known primarily for issuing dollar-pegged tokens.
Mini glossary: A stablecoin is a type of digital token designed to maintain a stable value, often pegged to assets such as the US dollar. USDT is one of the most widely used stablecoins in the crypto market for trading and liquidity purposes.
Pro-crypto stance under scrutinyFarage has dismissed allegations that the gift influenced his supportive stance towards cryptocurrencies. He emphasized that he was not paid to advocate for the industry and that he already backed legal reforms concerning digital assets prior to receiving the funds. Farage also downplayed the likely impact of London emerging as a global crypto trading hub, arguing it would have only limited effects on international markets.
Farage asserted that the funds were not intended to incentivize him to promote the crypto sector, since he already supported regulatory changes, and said that any future growth in London would not meaningfully affect global cryptocurrency prices.
According to the report, Harborne’s personal gift to Farage is considered separate from donations made to Reform UK. Harborne and Ben Delo, a co-founder of BitMEX, are said to have played a prominent role in the party’s recent financing. In the first quarter of 2026, these two donors contributed a combined £7 million to Reform UK, an amount reportedly exceeding what both the Conservative and Labour parties raised in the same period.
ItemAmountNotePersonal gift to Farage£5 millionGiven by Christopher HarborneDonations to Reform UK£7 millionDonated by Harborne and Ben Delo in Q1 2026Potential penalties on the tableThe Labour Party has accused Farage of attempting to evade oversight related to the gift. The debate has gained prominence in the wake of the UK’s moratorium on the use of crypto assets in political donations. Nevertheless, it was highlighted that neither Harborne’s gift to Farage nor his contributions to Reform UK were made in cryptocurrency.
Farage did not provide a definitive answer when asked if he would return the money should the investigation find that rules were breached. He said the issue could be reconsidered if the Standards Commissioner reached a different conclusion. A potential violation could result in Farage’s suspension from Parliament and even trigger a by-election in Clacton.
Disclaimer: The information contained in this article does not constitute investment advice. Investors should be aware that cryptocurrencies carry high volatility and therefore risk, and should conduct their own research.
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Anne Tse leads PepsiCo's businesses across Asia Pacific, Australia, New Zealand, and Greater China. Sun Weitong/Xinhua via Getty Images As AI rapidly transforms the workplace, many employers are rethinking the qualities they prioritize in candidates.
Anne Tse, CEO of Asia Pacific Foods at PepsiCo, said the food and drinks company, which owns brands like Poppi and Lay's, is increasingly scanning for curiosity, especially in entry-level applicants. It's also looking for those who show adaptability and learning agility, as AI and new technologies rapidly reshape work.
"It's all about the aptitude, the speed, the agility to learn," Tse, who oversees PepsiCo's businesses across Asia Pacific, Australia, New Zealand, and Greater China, told Business Insider.
Given that daily tasks are changing, coming in "with a whole package of experience" isn't as much of a priority as being able to adapt and learn quickly, she said.
Employees nowadays need to learn, unlearn, and relearn as technology evolves and the company responds to fast-changing consumer demands.
"When people are curious, they want to learn. When they're curious, they also are willing to unlearn," Tse said.
Tse said curiosity is a skill she's cultivated throughout her career.
She said one piece of advice from a mentor that has stayed with her is that workers should take ownership in shaping their roles. That mindset, she said, enables people to reinvent how work gets done at a time when careers are becoming increasingly non-linear, especially as new technologies create opportunities to reinvent jobs and ways of working.
Evaluating curiosityMany leaders have said that soft skills are becoming increasingly important in the AI era, and LinkedIn has ranked them among the most in-demand qualities employers seek. The challenge, however, is determining how to assess those skills effectively.
It's not easy to gauge curiosity, the CEO said.
That's why the company looks beyond traditional credentials to assess for this trait, not just in junior employees but more generally as well, Tse said. She said they work closely with HR to identify how specific behaviors and traits correlate with aptitude, leadership potential, and future success.
The company also spends time discussing candidates' past experiences, exploring the decisions they made throughout their careers, and the reasoning behind those choices.
The choices a person makes in their career, "also gives a good sense of their nature," she said. For example, you can tell how someone explains their decisions, whether they took risks, or were exploratory, she said.
There are often other telltale signs of curiosity and problem-solving capabilities, such as the industry a person came from. Consulting, for example, notoriously focuses on aptitude rather than experience. Tse, who previously worked as an associate partner at McKinsey, said people in consulting develop that skillset through case interviews.
She added that workers coming from startup environments, innovation roles, cross-functional projects, or experiences working across markets may also possess these qualities.
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Renowned economist Peter Schiff questioned the soaring market capitalization of Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) proxy company MicroStrategy Inc. (NASDAQ:MSTR) compared to gold mining companies.
What Happened: In a recent X post, Schiff pointed out that MicroStrategy, despite not earning or producing much, has a market valuation exceeding all gold mining companies except for Newmont Corporation (NYSE:NEM), the largest in the sector.
Schiff even initiated an X poll, asking his followers if MicroStrategy’s market cap will eventually surpass Newmont’s. As things turned out, more than 83% voted in favor of such an outcome.
As of this writing, MicroStrategy has a market cap of $47.764 billion, narrowly trailing Newmont, which was valued at $54.42 billion. Since the beginning of the year, shares of MicroStrategy have popped an impressive 276.9%, while the gold-mining company has grown by 16.84% year-to-date.
The short-term performance also favors the Bitcoin development company, which jumped 53% over the month compared to Newmont, which fell 10.57% during the same period.
Comparing the technical indicators of the two stocks, all of MicroStrategy’s moving averages flashed a ‘Buy’ signal, while the momentum indicator Moving Average Convergence Divergence, which compares an asset’s long-term performance versus short-term, was also bullish, according to TradingView.
On the other hand, Newmont’s moving averages all indicated a ‘Sell’ signal, implying a bearish condition.
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Powered by the Bitcoin strategy, MicroStrategy under Michael Saylor has outperformed many top players on Wall Street. With year-to-date gains of 272%, it netted higher returns this year than the “Magnificent 7” companies
As of this writing, the company held over $18 billion in Bitcoin on its books, according to bitcointreasuries.net.
Price Action: At the time of writing, Bitcoin was exchanging hands at $72,477.89, up 2.20% in the last 24 hours, according to data from Benzinga Pro. Bitcoin’s rally boosted shares of MicroStrategy up 1.14% to $258.24 on Tuesday.
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MicroStrategy Inc. (NASDAQ:MSTR) is making headlines as its stock climbs in pre-market trading, driven by Bitcoin’s impressive rally. The company’s market value has now outstripped the combined worth of the world’s two largest gold mining companies.
The market capitalization of MicroStrategy stands at $96.732 billion, significantly higher than Newmont’s $49.16 billion and Barrick Gold’s $31.11 billion. This valuation boost follows the company’s recent acquisition of 51,780 Bitcoin, valued at $4.6 billion, completed between Nov. 11 and Nov.17.
Peter Schiff commented on the feat by MicroStrategy on Wednesday, “I wonder how much longer it will take before MSTR’s market cap exceeds the capitalization of the entire gold mining industry!”
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Led by co-founder and chairman Michael Saylor, MicroStrategy has pivoted its strategy towards Bitcoin since 2020, viewing it as a hedge against inflation.
Meanwhile, Goldman Sachs has given a “go for gold” as a leading commodity trade for 2025, with prices expected to reach $3,000 per ounce by December 2025.
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Qualcomm has set out an ambitious growth target for its data centre business, forecasting $15 billion in sales from the segment by 2029 as it accelerates efforts to diversify beyond its core smartphone chip business.
At an investor presentation, Qualcomm Chief Financial Officer Akash Palkhiwala stated that the company anticipates its data centre business to generate $5 billion in revenue in fiscal 2027.
At the time of writing, Qualcomm shares were up around 12% in premarket trading.
QCOM also raised its outlook for revenue from chips outside its traditional smartphone business.
The company now expects this segment to bring in $40 billion by 2029, up from an earlier estimate of $22 billion.
“We will be truly diversified,” Palkhiwala said.
The upbeat outlook also lifted shares of Arm Holdings, which provides underlying technology for many Qualcomm chips.
Arm rose 5% after Qualcomm’s forecast.
Earlier in the day, Qualcomm said Microsoft and Meta Platforms will use its new AI chips.
The company also said it will make custom chips for two other unnamed hyperscalers.
The announcements mark a significant step in Qualcomm’s effort to establish itself in the fast-growing AI infrastructure market, where chipmakers are racing to secure a role in data centres and large-scale computing systems.
Qualcomm’s pivot towards AI chips comes as the smartphone market faces increasing pressure.
The company said the market has been squeezed by a memory chip shortage driven by surging demand for AI infrastructure.
At the same time, major customers such as Apple and Samsung are developing more chips in-house, adding to the pressure on Qualcomm’s traditional business.
Bank of America analysts had earlier estimated that Qualcomm’s data centre push could generate modest annual revenue of roughly $2 billion to $5 billion by fiscal 2027 to 2028.
Qualcomm’s new target points to a more aggressive expansion plan.
Alongside its revenue targets, Qualcomm announced that it has reached an agreement to acquire Modular Inc., in a move aimed at strengthening Qualcomm Technologies’ software capabilities for generative and agentic AI across both data centre and edge environments.
The company said the acquisition is designed to deepen the software foundation behind its data centre strategy, with a focus on improving inference, orchestration, and deployment in distributed AI systems.
Qualcomm said Modular provides an open, AI-native software stack that allows AI models to run efficiently across a range of hardware architectures, including CPU, GPU, NPU, and custom ASIC systems, without requiring developers to rewrite software for each accelerator.
According to Qualcomm, the acquisition will help connect system-level optimisation with increasingly heterogeneous and disaggregated computing environments, an area that is becoming more important as AI workloads scale and performance-per-watt becomes a critical factor in inference costs.
By combining Qualcomm Technologies’ chip capabilities with Modular’s software platform, the company said it aims to offer customers a more efficient AI compute layer spanning devices, edge systems, and cloud infrastructure.
“This acquisition marks a pivotal moment not just for Qualcomm, but for the AI industry,” said Cristiano Amon, President and CEO of Qualcomm Incorporated.
He said the industry is shifting towards “disaggregated, multi-vendor architectures” that require “a more open and modern software foundation.”
Modular Co-founder and CEO Chris Lattner said the deal would help advance the company’s mission of building a more open and efficient software foundation for AI.
“Joining Qualcomm gives us the scale and platform reach to accelerate that mission,” he said.
Qualcomm’s revenue targets and the Modular acquisition underline a broader strategic shift.
The company is positioning itself not only as a supplier of smartphone processors, but also as a provider of AI chips, custom silicon, and software infrastructure across data centre and edge computing markets.
The transaction is expected to close in the second half of 2026, subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals.
The company plans to use the net proceeds to acquire additional Bitcoin and for general corporate purposes.
The 0% convertible senior notes, due 2029, will be offered to qualified institutional buyers under Rule 144A of the Securities Act and certain non-U.S. persons in compliance with Regulation S.
With an initial conversion price set at $672.40 per share—a 55% premium over the November 19 closing price—the offering highlights strong institutional demand.
MicroStrategy expects to raise $2.58 billion in net proceeds, potentially reaching $2.97 billion if initial purchasers exercise their option to acquire additional notes.
The offering is set to close on Nov. 21, pending customary conditions.
The upsized offering underscores MicroStrategy's commitment to Bitcoin as a treasury reserve asset, a strategy that has significantly boosted its market value.
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"MicroStrategy's market cap exceeding these gold giants demonstrates the transformative potential of Bitcoin," said Peter Schiff, who questioned whether MicroStrategy could soon surpass the entire gold mining industry's capitalization.
MicroStrategy's stock has surged 3.36% in pre-market trading, driven by Bitcoin's rally to over $94,000.
The company recently acquired 51,780 bitcoin between Nov. 11 and 17 for $4.6 billion, further consolidating its position as the largest corporate holder of the cryptocurrency.
Its Bitcoin holdings now exceed 331,000 BTC, with a cumulative acquisition cost of over $16 billion.
Executive chairman Michael Saylor has positioned Bitcoin as a hedge against inflation, a strategy initiated in 2020 that has paid off amid surging cryptocurrency prices.
While MicroStrategy doubles down on Bitcoin, other major players like Goldman Sachs (NYSE:GS) continue to focus on traditional assets.
Goldman recently projected gold prices to reach $3,000 per ounce by the end of 2025, emphasizing its role as a leading commodity trade.
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Binance has announced the delisting of USD-M perpetual contracts for NEM (XEM), Orbs (ORBS), and Loom Network (LOOM). The delisting affects traders who actively engage in derivatives markets for these assets. Binance advises users to manage their open positions to avoid automatic settlements during the process. Following the announcement, the prices of these tokens have dropped by 5% to 7%, reflecting market concerns.
Binance Announces Delisting of XEM, ORBS and LOOM Perpetual Contracts Binance has reported the delisting of USD-M perpetual contracts for XEM, ORBS, and LOOM tokens. The delisting process will involve automatic settlements at 09:00 (UTC) on December 9. This step is part of the platform’s periodic review of products to ensure optimal performance and mitigate risks for its users.
Starting December 9, at 08:30 (UTC), traders will no longer be able to open new positions in these contracts. Any open positions must be closed before the delisting time to avoid automatic settlements. Failure to do so will result in its Funding Rate Arbitrage Bot closing all arbitrage strategies tied to these pairs.
The exchange has also outlined potential protective measures for volatile market conditions. These measures include adjustments to leverage limits, position values, and margin tiers, as well as changes to funding rates and price index components. Users are urged to remain cautious and follow updates to avoid disruptions.
This announcement reflects Binance’s proactive approach to maintaining platform integrity and safeguarding users against volatile market risks. As one of the top crypto exchanges, Binance continues to adapt its offerings to meet evolving market demands.
Price Movements and Volume Trends Amid Delisting Following Binance’s delisting announcement, the affected cryptocurrencies have experienced notable price declines. NEM (XEM) price has dropped by 7% and is currently trading at $0.026, with a 24-hour low of $0.02527 and a high of $0.02828.
Orbs (ORBS) price has seen a 6% dip, trading at $0.03301. Its 24-hour low and high stand at $0.03177 and $0.0355, respectively. Loom Network (LOOM) is down by 4%, trading at $0.07367 at the time of writing.
Binance regularly conducts reviews to ensure asset compliance, often delisting tokens as part of these checks. However, prices tend to crash following such announcements, as seen with IDRT, KP3R, OOKI, and UNFI in November.
Binance Futures announced delisting of three cryptocurrencies – XEM, ORBS, LOOM. Market prices of XEM, ORBS, and LOOM dropped by more than 4%. As per the latest Binance announcement, Binance futures is going to delist perpetual contracts of NEM (XEM), Orbs(ORBS), and Look Network (LOOM) tokens. Binance futures made this announcement as part of their periodic review of products and their market performance. Being one of the largest crypto exchange platforms, Binance’s announcement led to tokens’ price declines.
The delisting of USD-M perpetual contracts for XEM, ORBS, and LOOM takes place with automatic settlements on 9 December 2024 at 9:00 UTC. Binance advised users to close their open positions, if they have any, before the delisting process. And, it also advised them not to open new positions for XEM, ORBS, and LOOM contracts.
As part of the delisting process, Binance Funding Rate Arbitrage Bot will conduct an automatic settlement and close all arbitrage strategies on XEM/USDT, ORBS/USDT, LOOM/USDT trading pairs. Once the delisting process completes, users will no longer be able to open new arbitrage strategies.
Binance takes protective measures to prevent potential risks since cryptocurrencies are volatile assets. It will adjust maximum leverage value, position value, and maintenance margin and update funding rates, etc as precautions.
Market prices of XEM, ORBS, LOOM tokens Following the perpetual contracts delisting announcement from Binance, market prices of XEM, ORBS, and LOOM tokens plunged sharply. XEM token price fell down by over 4% and is trading at $0.0265 at the time of reporting. Its market cap and trading volume have also dropped by 5% and 7% respectively.
ORBS is trading at the $0.33 price level with a 24-hour price drop of 5% and its market cap is also down by 5%. The fact that its trading volume is up by 184% amidst the price drop is noteworthy. Similar to the first XEM and ORBS, LOOM token price has dropped by around 4%.
Binance is one of the top crypto exchange platforms with billions of users across the world. Both its token listing and delisting announcements will have a huge effect on the market prices. The delisting process of Binance is result of its regular review of market performance and asset compliance.
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Wall Street stumbled on Tuesday, with broad losses by midday in New York as investors turned risk-off amid mounting concerns over lofty valuations, seasonal headwinds and fiscal strains.
VIXY ETF is spiking. Check live prices here. The CBOE Volatility Index (VIX) — Wall Street's "fear gauge" — surged nearly 20% to 19.2, marking its third consecutive advance.
Major equity benchmarks retreated, led by the Nasdaq 100, which slid 1.7%. The S&P 500 fell 1.4% in its first session of September — historically its weakest month of the year. The Dow lost more than 500 points or 1.1%.
Fresh economic data added to the gloom. The ISM Manufacturing PMI showed a sixth consecutive month of contraction, highlighting how tariffs, intended to shield the domestic industry, are instead driving up costs and delaying investment.
Safe-haven demand remained strong. Gold hit fresh record highs above $3,500 an ounce, while silver extended its surge past $40. In energy markets, crude oil jumped 2.6% to $65.65 after reports of renewed Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil facilities.
Bond markets also came under pressure. Long-dated yields climbed across advanced economies, with 30-year U.S. Treasuries up five basis points to 4.97% — hovering just below the closely watched 5% mark.
Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) managed to escape the broader sell-off and rose 1.6% to above $110,000.
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Gold prices suffered a sharp correction on Tuesday as investors locked in profits following this year's explosive rally, while optimism across earnings kept industrial stocks powering higher and pushed the Dow Jones to fresh record highs.
The blue-chip index climbed 0.7% to 47,050 points, marking a new all-time high, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 hovered near record territory.
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In contrast, gold miners tumbled as bullion prices slumped more than 5% to $4,100 per ounce — their steepest one-day drop since August 2020.
Newmont Corp. (NYSE:NEM) plunged nearly 10%, while the VanEck Gold Miners ETF (NYSE:GDX) slid 9.5%, marking its worst day in over five years. Silver also dropped 6.7%.
Meanwhile, cryptocurrency markets regained momentum, with Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) rising 2.5% to $113,000.
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Hedge funds just revealed their Q4 portfolios. The world’s largest investors are making the same bet.
We’ll get into all of it.
THE RUNDOWNFED › Minutes from the January meeting showed a more divided central bank than expected. Several officials floated possible rate hikes if inflation stays sticky. Markets still price 93% odds of a hold in March, and two to three cuts remain the base case for 2026. But the tone was noticeably hawkish.
THE PLAY: How the Biggest Investors Are Positioning to Win in 2026The 13F filings this week told a pretty clear story, even if the individual moves seem contradictory. The biggest investors in the world are getting out of the trades that worked last year.
So where did the money go?
Hard assets. Bridgewater loaded gold miners. Gold just crossed $5,000. Oil is back above $65. With the Fed now openly discussing rate hikes if inflation doesn’t cool, the inflation hedge trade is getting real capital behind it again.
None of this means you need to copy their exact trades. 13F filings are backward-looking, and some of these positions may already be different. But the direction matters: the biggest funds in the world are diversifying away from mega-cap tech concentration.
If your portfolio still looks like it did in 2025, that’s worth thinking about.
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Key TakeawaysWall Street Target Price RevisionsInvestment Rating and Valuation AnalysisGet 3 Free Stock Ebooks Citi maintained its Buy rating while increasing NEM’s price target from $118 to $150 Bernstein upgraded NEM shares to Outperform from Market Perform, boosting the target from $121 to $157 based on positive gold market trends The company has exceeded earnings expectations for four consecutive quarters, with Q4 delivering a +24.14% EPS beat Fiscal year consensus EPS projection stands at $8.65, representing a 25.5% increase year-over-year NEM shares posted a +0.8% gain over the past month while the S&P 500 declined 2.7% during the same timeframe Newmont’s attributable gold mineral reserves decreased to 118.2 million ounces by the end of 2025, compared to 134.1 million ounces in the previous year, primarily attributed to asset divestments. However, the mining giant maintains substantial holdings of 12.5 million tonnes in copper reserves and 442 million ounces in silver reserves.
Newmont Corporation, NEM
During the fourth quarter, Newmont delivered revenues totaling $6.82 billion, marking a 20.6% increase compared to the prior-year period. The company reported earnings per share of $2.52, significantly higher than the $1.40 recorded in the same quarter last year.
Both metrics exceeded Wall Street projections. The revenue figure surpassed the analyst consensus of $6.06 billion by 12.58%, while earnings per share beat forecasts by 24.14%.
This marks the fourth consecutive quarter where the company has outperformed consensus EPS projections. Revenue estimates have similarly been exceeded throughout this entire period.
Analysts project Q1 EPS of $1.91, representing a 52.8% increase from the corresponding quarter in the previous year. This consensus forecast has been revised upward by 10.4% in the last 30 days.
For the complete fiscal year, the consensus EPS forecast is positioned at $8.65, indicating 25.5% year-over-year expansion. This projection has seen an 11.2% upward revision over the past month.
Wall Street Target Price Revisions Citi announced on March 3 that it was raising its price objective on NEM from $118 to $150, while reaffirming its Buy recommendation.
Bernstein made its move earlier, on February 27, elevating the stock from Market Perform to Outperform status and increasing its price target from $121 to $157.
Bernstein cited an optimistic outlook for gold prices as the primary catalyst. The research firm also highlighted the appointment of a new CEO with a defined strategic vision, what it described as realistic guidance targets, and enhanced relations with Newmont’s primary joint venture collaborator.
Investment Rating and Valuation Analysis Zacks has assigned NEM a #1 Strong Buy rating. This ranking reflects the magnitude and trajectory of recent earnings estimate adjustments.
From a valuation perspective, Newmont receives a C grade within the Zacks Value Style Score framework, indicating the shares are trading at levels comparable to industry peers — neither undervalued nor overextended.
During the last month, NEM delivered a +0.8% return, contrasting with the S&P 500’s 2.7% decline. The broader Zacks Mining – Gold sector advanced 4.6% during this same period.
Analysts anticipate current quarter revenues of $5.87 billion, which would represent a 17.2% year-over-year expansion. Full-year revenue projections are set at $24.01 billion and $27.65 billion for fiscal years 2025 and 2026, respectively.
Key TakeawaysExceptional Cash Generation and Cost DisciplineSeismic Event at Cadia and Second Quarter ProjectionsGet 3 Free Stock Ebooks Newmont delivered Q1 adjusted EPS of $2.90, significantly exceeding analyst expectations of $2.18; total revenue surged 46% year-over-year to $7.31 billion Free cash flow reached an all-time quarterly high of $3.1 billion while all-in sustaining costs of $1,029 per ounce came in below annual guidance An April 14 earthquake measuring 4.5 magnitude impacted the Cadia mine in Australia; underground mining operations are projected to recover to approximately 80% capacity in five weeks The board greenlit a fresh $6 billion share buyback program, marking the fourth authorization since early 2024; cumulative buybacks have totaled $6 billion over approximately two years Management reaffirmed 2026 production targets of 5.3 million gold ounces despite anticipating Q2 output to fall marginally below Q1 levels Shares of Newmont (NEM) advanced 0.2% during Friday’s premarket session following the mining giant’s announcement of its sixth consecutive quarter of surpassing both earnings and revenue projections. The stock had already climbed 1.6% in Thursday’s extended trading hours and carries a year-to-date gain of approximately 11% entering today’s session.
Newmont Corporation, NEM
First-quarter adjusted earnings per share reached $2.90, representing more than a twofold increase from the $1.25 reported in the same period last year and substantially exceeding the Street’s consensus estimate of $2.18. Top-line revenue jumped 46% on a year-over-year basis to $7.31 billion, with gold revenue contributing $6.04 billion to that total.
The company achieved an average realized gold price of $4,900 per ounce during the quarter — representing a 16% sequential increase from Q4 2025.
Exceptional Cash Generation and Cost Discipline Newmont generated a company-record $3.1 billion in free cash flow for the quarter, even after absorbing approximately $1.3 billion in cash tax obligations. Adjusted EBITDA reached $5.2 billion.
All-in sustaining costs (AISC) on a by-product basis registered at $1,029 per ounce, coming in below the company’s full-year guidance corridor. Leadership attributed the favorable cost performance to improved pricing for co-products including silver and copper, combined with disciplined capital allocation.
Despite elevated energy prices, management maintained its annual cost outlook. The company estimates that each $10 per barrel movement in oil prices translates to approximately $12 per ounce in AISC impact. Diesel fuel represents roughly 6% of direct operational expenses.
First-quarter production totaled 1.3 million ounces of gold, 30,000 tons of copper, and 9 million ounces of silver. Multiple operations exceeded expectations — Cadia, Merian, Ahafo South, and Yanacocha all posted stronger production compared to Q4 2025.
Seismic Event at Cadia and Second Quarter Projections The primary near-term operational challenge stems from a magnitude 4.5 seismic event that occurred near the Australian Cadia facility on April 14. No personnel injuries were reported. Underground electrical and water management systems have been successfully restored, and the company secured regulatory clearance to commence repair activities.
Underground restoration work is anticipated to require approximately five weeks, with Cadia expected to return to roughly 80% operational capacity. Complete recovery is targeted for late Q2. Second-quarter production is forecast to trail Q1 figures modestly due to a brief interruption in mill feed supply, with normal production rates resuming in the third quarter.
Sustaining capital expenditures are projected to increase during Q2 reflecting summer season activities at Brucejack and Red Chris sites, mobile equipment acquisitions, and tailings management initiatives at Cadia and Boddington.
Regarding capital allocation, Newmont has now repurchased $6 billion worth of shares throughout the preceding 24 months. The board authorized an additional $6 billion repurchase program — representing the fourth such authorization since February 2024. The company also declared a quarterly dividend of $0.26 per share, consistent with its annual dividend objective of $1.1 billion.
Newmont indicated it is evaluating the reinstatement of multi-year forward guidance and characterized 2026 as a “trough year,” with potential for enhanced production in 2027 driven by higher-grade zones at Lihir, new cave developments at Cadia, and continued expansion at Ahafo North.
Gold futures settled at $4,724 per ounce as of Thursday, representing a decline of approximately 12% from the January 29 record closing price of $5,354.80.
Built by Tezos R&D hub Trilitech, the new web app brings tokenized rare earth metals on-chain alongside gold and uranium as AI-driven industrial demand intensifies.
Metals.io, a new commodity tokenization platform built in the Tezos ecosystem, went live on Monday, giving users access to tokenized gold, uranium, and a basket of rare-earth metals through a single web application.
Developed by Trilitech, a London-based Tezos R&D hub, the platform launches with three assets: xU3O8 tokenized uranium, VNX Gold (VNXAU) — a gold-backed token representing allocated bullion held in Liechtenstein vaults — and the RARE token from Noemon Tech, which offers exposure to a diversified basket of five strategic metals, including hafnium, rhenium, indium, neodymium oxide, and praseodymium oxide.
The platform leverages Tezos' smart-rollup technology, which the team says delivers sub-50ms latency for near-instant transaction confirmations.
Metals.io extends the same underlying technology as uranium.io, a tokenized uranium trading platform that launched on Etherlink — the EVM-compatible Layer 2 powered by Tezos — in December 2024.
"Commodity markets are global and indispensable, yet access to them remains fragmented and layered with intermediaries," said Arthur Breitman, co-founder of Tezos. "As the AI revolution accelerates, energy and critical materials are becoming core economic constraints. Tokenization streamlines ownership and transfer of these assets at a global scale."
Tokenized RWA BoomThe launch comes as tokenized gold has emerged as one of the fastest-growing segments in the broader real-world asset (RWA) sector. The tokenized commodities market stands at approximately $7 billion, according to RWAxyz, with gold-backed tokens still dominating the category.
Tether Gold (XAUT) and Paxos Gold (PAXG) remain the dominant players, controlling more than 95% of the tokenized gold market. Tether recently expanded XAUT to BNB Chain as it pushes its gold-backed token across multiple ecosystems.
Where Metals.io looks to carve out a niche is in its rare earth and industrial metals offering — a category that has seen less tokenization activity than gold despite surging demand.
In February, President Trump signed an executive order creating a $12 billion critical mineral stockpile — dubbed "Project Vault" — backed by a $10 billion loan from the U.S. Export-Import Bank and $2 billion in private sector financing.
The RARE token from Noemon Tech provides exposure to this space. "The current rapid pace of innovation in the AI sector and several other related fields is having a knock-on effect on demand for metals and materials that are critical to these endeavors," said Dimitrios Kavvathas, founder of Noemon Tech. The token provides exposure to elements like hafnium and rhenium, which are essential in semiconductor manufacturing, jet engines, and other high-tech applications.
Meanwhile, the broader tokenized RWA sector continues to grow rapidly. Tokenized RWAs crossed $20 billion in on-chain value in early 2025, and the figure has continued climbing since then. Ethereum alone now hosts over $15 billion in tokenized real-world assets. However, the sector still faces structural challenges — a December report from RWAio estimated that blockchain fragmentation is costing the tokenized asset market between $600 million and $1.3 billion annually due to cross-chain price discrepancies and transaction friction.
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Art on Tezos is no longer a niche experiment; at TezDev 2026 in Cannes, it felt like a working model of where digital culture is going next.
Summary
At TezDev 2026 in Cannes, “Art on Tezos” staged an immersive, projection-mapped environment that framed on-chain work as a living model for digital culture. Speakers highlighted how Tezos lowers costs and barriers so artists from Kurdistan, Africa and South America can build sustainable practices and even escape repression. Trilitech’s planned Tezos-powered exhibition at HEK Basel signals that on-chain art is moving deeper into museum ecosystems, compressing photography’s century-long legitimation curve. TezDev 2026 in Cannes shows how Tezos art has evolved from NFTs into global, politically charged and increasingly institutional grade digital culture and infrastructure.
Art on Tezos: The Future of Digital Creativity Hosted at the Hôtel Martinez on March 30, “Art on Tezos: The future of digital creativity” unfolded as an immersive environment rather than a standard panel. Projection‑mapped works wrapped the room in moving images while a conversation between artists, curators, and ecosystem builders traced how on‑chain art has evolved from early NFTs into complex generative systems and responsive installations.
For curator and art advisor Brian Beccafico, Tezos’ real innovation is who it brings into the conversation. Drawing on his work with marketplaces like Objkt, he stressed that on Tezos “you get to meet a lot of artists coming from places that usually just don’t have access to the broader art markets… artists from Africa… South East Asia, South America,” a sharp contrast with a global art economy where “pretty much 70 percent of global value auctioned… is auctioned in New York.” Lower costs and open tooling translate into economic reality: “even if you’re selling artwork for 100 bucks a piece… in a country where the average income is 300 bucks a month, that’s… sustainable for an artist.”
Aleksandra Art, Head of Arts at Trilitech, placed this shift in a longer media history that runs from early photography to Instagram and now blockchain. She reminded the audience that photography itself was once dismissed—“wait, photography is art? What? Like, no, it’s just a picture”—before fairs, critics, and collectors built a new ecosystem around it. The same dynamic is now playing out in digital art: “we had Instagram launch and all of a sudden there are Instagram artists… that don’t need gallery representation,” and blockchains plus marketplaces extend that logic by “creating these networks that congregate people who are passionate about it.” For her, the crucial break is that digital work “doesn’t have to be a confined gallery space… it can be a vertical screen, horizontal screen, HTML, site specific work,” accessible globally “at any point of time” with “similar experiences for different people.”
Beccafico pushed the political edge of this transformation. He recalled exhibitions where artists from Kurdistan “used crypto to flee terrorism, to flee ISIS during the war in Syria,” arguing that cypherpunk ideals still matter: “being able to free yourself from state‑owned currency, state‑owned control, and censorship is still very much a reality in today’s art world.” The result is a scene in which artists from Iraq, Turkey, South America, and beyond are no longer at the margins but, in his words, “the future of both crypto and the future of the art world.”
Alongside Aleksandra and Beccafico, the session’s participants—Vinciane Jones (Art Partner Manager, Trilitech), artists Patrick Tresset and Georg Eckmayr, and others—situated Tezos inside a broader genealogy of systems‑driven practices, from algorithmic drawing to AI‑assisted installations, now made verifiable and tradable on‑chain. Their discussion aligned with the wider TezDev 2026 program, which underscored how protocol upgrades like Tezos X and faster Etherlink confirmations are intended to support richer real‑time art and gaming experiences, not just finance.
From Cannes to Basel: Institutional Futures for On‑Chain Art Trilitech signaled that TezDev’s immersive exhibition is not a one‑off but part of a longer institutional arc. The team previously announced plans for a forthcoming Tezos‑powered show at HEK (Haus der Elektronischen Künste) in Basel, curated by the established duo Dr. Alfredo Cramerotti and Auronda Scalera, known for pioneering projects at Art Dubai Digital and other major venues that connect blockchain, NFTs, and critical media art. Their involvement points to a future in which on‑chain practices move even further into museum contexts, bringing Beccafico’s emerging‑market artists and Aleksandra’s “fluid,” screen‑native works into dialogue with decades of digital and conceptual experimentation.
If photography’s journey from “just a picture” to museum cornerstone took a century, Tezos (TEZ) artists are compressing that curve into a few intense years, using blockchains not only as markets but as infrastructure for new forms of authorship, community, and survival.
At TezDev 2026, Arthur Breitman reiterated his longstanding belief that crypto’s next frontier is tokenized commodities, unveiling uranium and metals tokens as the start of a broader ‘periodic‑table roadmap’.
Summary
At TezDev 2026, Arthur Breitman said commodities are a better blockchain fit than securities, citing clearer spot regulation. Uranium.io and Metals.io launched with xU3O8, a tokenized uranium product on Etherlink, as the first element in a broader metals pipeline. Trilitech’s Head of Commercial Applications Ben Elvidge said the periodic table will serve as Metals.io’s product roadmap as it expands into alloys and other rare‑earth assets. What if the future of on-chain science were built directly on the periodic table, with each element not just a chemical symbol but a programmable asset, a collateral primitive, and a market in its own right?
If every element is a programmable asset, then the periodic table stops being a chart in a lab and becomes the primitive layer for on‑chain markets, governance, and even scientific experimentation. The open question is whether crypto is ready for that level of physical entanglement, or if it is still more comfortable trading abstractions than rebuilding the world’s material ledger from hydrogen up.
Tezos’ Breitman wants to bring the periodic table on-chain At TezDev 2026, held during ETHCC in Cannes last week, Tezos co‑founder Arthur Breitman told an audience of onlookers that his thesis re: the next frontier for crypto isn’t gaming or NFTs, nor even just commodities, but rather the entire periodic table itself.
“Commodities are super interesting because the regulatory status of spot commodities in most countries is much more amendable I would say to work on a blockchain than it is for securities,” he said, drawing a clear distinction between speculative crypto assets and the physical underpinnings of industrial economies.
Breitman’s comments framed the launch of Uranium.io and Metals.io as the first coordinated attempt to tokenize the periodic table — beginning with uranium, gold, and strategic base metals. “Base metals I think are really interesting. So things like cobalt, cadmium, some precious metals as well. I think there’s still some interest here. Copper, lithium, all of that. There’s an interesting play here,” he told the audience, arguing that on‑chain representations of real commodities could evolve into a programmable collateral layer for global markets.
The flagship uranium token, xU3O8, represents physical yellowcake held in custody and traded 24/7. “Now that it’s tokenized on Etherlink, on top of that perhaps when there’s more liquidity you can imagine perps which is a nice innovation from the DeFi world,” Breitman added, naming uranium as the first element in a wider pipeline of commodities expected to follow.
He connected this to a foundational principle: “There’s an opportunity to create something that doesn’t exist as opposed to trying to replace other systems and there’s a better fit in terms of the technology and the regulatory climate.” Rather than retrofit blockchain to equities or bonds, Breitman’s vision builds markets where none previously existed — in his words, for “long‑tail commodity markets which are underdeveloped.”
Among so-called real-world assets, commodities have traditionally not been seen as the best tokenize, until now. Hyperliquid, with its 24/7 commodities perp trading, turns “outcomes” and commodity exposures into standardized on‑chain contracts that trade 24/7 instead of on banker’s hours. As Bloomberg noted, Hyperliquid’s commodity perpetuals have become a venue for off‑hours hedging in gold and oil, suggesting that once the rails exist, long‑tail commodities don’t just list — they light up with liquidity in the gaps where traditional venues are still dark.
Hyperliquid, Uranium.io, and what Tezos is building are pointed at the same target—on‑chain commodities—but they are attacking it from almost opposite ends of the stack. Hyperliquid is first and foremost a trading machine: it abstracts real‑world underlyings into standardized, cash‑settled instruments and lets users lever up on 24/7 perpetual exposure, with no necessary pretense that any given position is redeemable for a drum of oil or a drum of uranium.
By contrast, Uranium.io and Metals.io are trying to start from the barrel, not the chart: custody first, legal title first, then tokenize that claim and only later plug it into perps, lending, or structured products.
That makes Hyperliquid a venue for price discovery and speculation on top of “commodities as a data feed,” while the Tezos approach wants the token to be the legally enforceable wrapper around the underlying metal itself.
That market intuition, Breitman said, is not lost on veterans of physical trading. “A lot of the people I know that got really early into Bitcoin — I meanback in 2012 — were people who were commodity traders. Commodity traders understand supply and demand,” Breitman noted during a later panel.
A roadmap built from elements Bem Elvidge, Head of Commercial Applications at Trilitech, echoed Breitman’s push: “the periodic table… is actually going to be our product roadmap,” he added. What began with uranium and gold will not be expanding into alloys, rare‑earth oxides, and other verifiable assets intrinsic to the modern industrial base, Elvridge and Breitman said.
For Breitman and those building on Tezos, the promise is straightforward but profound: to bring real‑world metals — tradable, divisible, liquid — onto open ledgers.
But the unresolved tension is whether the future belongs to exchanges that treat commodities as continuous, model‑driven payoff streams, or to asset rails that insist every token maps cleanly back to a warehouse, a regulator, and a stack of shipping documents.
Moreover, even as real‑world assets march on‑chain, the industry still has not answered who actually bears the risk when volatile spot markets collide with immutable code and fragmented regulation. If the periodic table is the roadmap, the unresolved question is whether tokenization is genuinely re‑wiring commodity finance or just rebuilding the same concentrated, opaque structures on a faster settlement rail.
Analyst: Micron’s financial report indicates short-term fluctuations can be ignored as long as earnings prospects underpin its high valuation.
Senior Market Analyst Daniela Hathorn stated, "As Micron Technology's earnings report once again confirms that the AI investment cycle remains solid, the U.S. stock market has recouped some of its losses. This has boosted market sentiment across the entire semiconductor sector—after high-growth individual stocks underperformed earlier—indicating that as long as profit prospects continue to support high valuations, investors are still willing to overlook short-term fluctuations."
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Morgan Stanley raises Micron's price target to $1,200, maintains 'Overweight' rating.
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GeneralWhat it is, why it's being proposed, and how the canonical LST could fit into the Tezos ecosystem
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April 22, 2026
On Tezos, participation has always been fairly straightforward. For years, delegation has allowed anyone to earn rewards while keeping their tez liquid and fully accessible at all times. With the ParisB upgrade, staking was introduced as a more active option, where users can lock their tez to earn higher rewards while contributing more directly to network security.
Between delegation and staking, it feels like the bases are covered. One offers flexibility and liquidity, the other offers higher rewards in exchange for locking funds. Both serve clear purposes, and so far, they’ve been working well.
But now, a new approach is being proposed. A couple of months ago, a concept called the “Enshrined Liquid Staking” was introduced on Tezos Agora as another potential option around staking. So naturally, a few questions come up.
What exactly is it? How would it work? And maybe most importantly, do we even need it? Here’s how I’ve come to understand it.
The Limits of Delegation and Staking #What Tezos offers today works well within its own environment. Delegation and staking both do what they’re supposed to do, and for a long time, that’s been enough. But things start to shift once you move beyond that.
If you decide to take your tez into DeFi, or move it to environments like Etherlink (upcoming Tezos X), that connection breaks. Your tez is no longer part of the staking flow. It’s active elsewhere, but at the same time, it’s not earning staking rewards, and it’s no longer contributing to securing the network.
This isn’t unique to Tezos. Across other ecosystems, similar patterns have led to the rise of third-party liquid staking solutions, tokens that represent staked assets while still being usable elsewhere. Things like stETH on Ethereum follow this idea, allowing users to stay exposed to staking while still participating in DeFi. Tezos has already seen early versions of this approach as well, with solutions like stXTZ aiming to bridge that gap.
But as useful as these solutions are, they also introduce a new set of considerations.
Once you introduce a third-party liquid version of staked assets, the way staking works starts to shift.
Instead of interacting directly with the protocol, users rely on an additional layer that handles staking on their behalf. Depending on the design, that layer can involve smart contracts, operators, or specific coordination mechanisms that sit between the user and the network. That changes a few things.
At the network level, stake is what secures Tezos and what gives participants influence in governance. If more and more of that stake is routed through the same liquid staking systems, it can start to concentrate in fewer places. Not because it’s designed that way, but because liquidity naturally pulls users toward the same solution. Over time, that concentration can matter. It can influence how stake is distributed across bakers, and potentially who ends up having more say in the network.
There’s also the question of trust. Even when systems are transparent, users are no longer interacting only with the protocol, they are relying on how that system is built and maintained. Smart contracts reduce the need for intermediaries, but they don’t remove risk entirely. Bugs, upgrades, or admin keys can all affect how that system behaves over time.
None of this makes liquid staking tokens a bad approach. It solves a real need, and it’s already widely used across the industry. But it does introduce an extra layer between users and the protocol, and that layer comes with tradeoffs that need to be understood.
A Different Approach: Protocol-Level Liquid Staking # source: Mathias Bourgoin’s presentation at TezDev
So what if that extra layer didn’t sit outside the protocol, but inside it? That’s the idea behind the proposed canonical LST on Tezos.
Instead of relying on external systems to manage staking, the mechanism is built directly into the protocol itself. There’s no separate operator, no admin keys, and no third-party contract managing the process. From a user perspective, the interaction stays familiar, but the logic behind it is handled directly by the protocol. The rules are defined at that level and follow the same governance process as everything else on Tezos.
From a user perspective, the flow is straightforward. You deposit tez and receive a liquid token in return (sTEZ). That token represents your share of the underlying stake and can be held, transferred, or used elsewhere, just like any other standard token.
At the same time, this doesn’t mean the system is “hands-off.” There are still mechanisms in place to manage how stake is distributed, how risk is handled, and how the system avoids the kind of concentration we discussed earlier. The difference is that all of this is defined at the protocol level, rather than being handled by an external layer.
So how does that actually work in practice?
How It’s Designed to Work # Source: Canonical LST Whitepaper
At a high level, the idea is simple. You deposit tez into the system and receive a liquid token in return, commonly referred to as sTEZ. That token represents your share of the underlying stake and can be held, transferred, or used elsewhere, just like any other token. From there, the system follows an accrual model.
Instead of distributing rewards as separate payouts, rewards are reflected in the value of the token itself over time. In simple terms, one sTEZ gradually becomes worth more tez as rewards accumulate. The same applies in the opposite direction, where if slashing occurs, that value can decrease as well. When you want to exit, you redeem your sTEZ. The system initiates an unbonding process, similar to unstaking today, and once that period is complete, you receive your tez back.
Behind the scenes, the protocol takes care of how stake is distributed across bakers. But unlike traditional delegation or staking, bakers actively choose to participate in this system. They register and define specific parameters, such as how much of their capacity they allocate to this form of staking and the fee applied to it.
The main difference is that users are no longer the ones deciding where their stake goes. Instead, the protocol handles the allocation itself, spreading it across participating bakers while respecting those parameters and keeping things within limits designed to avoid concentration and maintain a more balanced distribution.
One important detail is that this stake does not carry governance rights. Even though it contributes to securing the network, it doesn’t participate in voting. That separation is intentional, as it avoids concentrating governance power through a liquid token that could otherwise scale quickly across the ecosystem.
So where does this leave us? This isn’t meant to replace delegation or staking. Those are still the core ways people participate in Tezos today. This just adds another option, one that brings liquid staking into the protocol itself, without relying on external solutions and the tradeoffs that come with them.
If it works as intended, it could lead to more tez being staked while still remaining usable elsewhere. That would probably increase the overall staking ratio over time, which in turn can reduce issuance. It might also make it easier for newer bakers to get external stake, which feels really helpful when you are starting out. Keep in mind, this is just how I’ve come to understand things based on what’s been shared so far.
The canonical LST is part of the Ushuaia proposal. If it passes, it won’t be fully active right away. Instead, it would be introduced behind a feature flag, allowing it to be tested in controlled environments like testnets and refined over time. Activation would only come later, in the next (V) proposal, once the system has been evaluated in practice.
There are still parameters and details that need to be finalized, and these are already being discussed on Tezos Agora. If you’re interested in digging deeper, check out the TezDev presentation from Mathias Bourgoin, the whitepaper, and the discussion on Tezos Agora. And if you have an opinion on this, don’t just keep it to yourself, jump into the Agora thread and be part of the conversation.
FeaturedGeneralThe Tezos X roadmap is about to become reality. First up: EVM and Michelson apps sharing one ledger.
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April 27, 2026
This is a joint post from Nomadic Labs, Trilitech, and Functori.
When first introduced in 2024, the ‘Tezos X’ roadmap described an ambitious vision for Tezos:
A next-generation blockchain architecture with multiple tool stacks running as a single system, starting with EVM and Michelson. High performance, full composability, and broad interoperability.
Fast forward to 2026: the prerequisites are in place, priorities have been sharpened by market signals, and we are happy to announce that the architecture enabling EVM and Michelson to run together as one system is about to ship – starting with a testnet in April.
This blog post covers:
A recap of Tezos X
What’s coming (and when)
Milestones reached
How priorities changed
Tezos X, a recap #Tezos X is a new execution layer for Tezos. It’s where transactions run and smart contracts live – designed to remove friction for users and expand what builders can ship.
For users, Tezos X offers experiences that simply work. Imagine an artist listing an NFT priced in tez on a marketplace written in Michelson (Tezos’ native smart-contract language). A buyer wants to pay in USDC, held by an EVM smart contract. On Tezos X, both contracts share the same chain and the same ledger, so the swap and the purchase settle atomically in a single transaction. No bridge, no wrapped tokens.
For builders, Tezos X offers new designs and frictionless development. A Michelson contract can call an EVM contract (and vice versa) inside one transaction, letting a single app tap user bases and liquidity that used to be siloed. Contracts deployed on the Michelson runtime can also be formally verified – mathematically proven to behave as specified – for extra assurance in audit and in production. EVM developers bring existing Solidity contracts and tooling directly. Michelson developers keep working as they do today – no rewrite needed.
Under the hood, Tezos X is an enshrined, non-custodial rollup: a fast execution layer that settles back to Tezos Layer 1 for security, built into the Tezos protocol itself, with users always in control of their assets and free to exit.
What’s coming now #The execution layer will initially offer two interfaces:
EVM (Etherlink)
Michelson (available on the Tezlink Shadownet testnet)
It will be introduced as an Etherlink upgrade proposal that adds a Michelson interface, effectively evolving Etherlink into the execution layer.
This approach makes the execution layer instantly EVM-compatible, while the Michelson interface brings compatibility with Tezos’ Layer 1. The architecture enables additional interfaces in the future (for example JavaScript), and more will come.
The planned launch of Tezos X was also covered by Tezos co-founder Arthur Breitman in a keynote at the TezDev conference in March 2026. It’s recommended viewing for a high-level update on current protocol and ecosystem developments.
A frictionless path for existing Tezos apps #The Michelson interface offers a way for existing Tezos applications built on Layer 1 to get the benefit of Tezos X.
The vast majority of Michelson contracts can be redeployed as-is and work out of the box.
Developers can keep using the wallets, connectivity libraries, explorers, and other tools they already rely on, thanks to each interface’s interoperability with its origin ecosystem.
Etherlink tools for Layer 1 interoperability (bridges, fast withdrawals) will be extended to include the Michelson interface.
Layer 1 itself continues to evolve toward a lean, fast consensus layer, supporting the existing ecosystem and with XTZ and FA tokens easily transferable to and from the execution layer.
The timeline #The expected near-term timeline is the following:
May 2026: Testing. A new testnet launches with Michelson and EVM interfaces on a single shared ledger. This is the first chance to test native atomic cross-interface calls between Michelson and EVM contracts in practice. Developers will be encouraged to deploy, test, and break things.
June 2026: Etherlink governance vote. After testnet validation, an Etherlink upgrade proposal is submitted to bakers. If approved, Tezos X becomes a reality on mainnet, starting with Michelson and EVM interfaces – live and fully composable.
H2 2026: RISC-V migration. The rollup engine migrates from WASM to RISC-V, enabling more runtimes, JIT compilation, and more predictable gas accounting. Critically, it makes adding new interfaces significantly faster, opening the door to mainstream programming languages later.
Milestones reached #The launch of Tezos X on mainnet builds on numerous improvements and innovations introduced since 2024.
Layer 1 has been continuously optimized for speed, efficiency, security, and decentralization. Block time has been reduced to now 6 seconds, while the staking UX and economics have been improved and fine-tuned. In short, Layer 1 is rapidly becoming a fast, lean consensus layer for Tezos X.
The Data Availability Layer (DAL) has been launched, putting a check mark next to a major milestone on the roadmap. The DAL ensures that Tezos has the bandwidth required for publishing millions of transactions per second, while security and integrity remains guaranteed by Layer 1. The bandwidth is continuously being improved – an upgrade to 10 MB/s is part of the upcoming Ushuaia protocol proposal.
The launch of Etherlink was another key milestone. Besides the added EVM interface for Tezos, Etherlink, Smart Rollup technology offers execution scalability far beyond what can be achieved on Layer 1, while still being non-custodial and governed by Tezos bakers. Etherlink has in many ways been a prototype for Tezos X, with much of the innovation implemented here first.
Priorities: what moved up, what moved down #Though the roadmap and vision have been broadly stable since 2024, priorities have been adjusted in response to market signals.
Some work has moved up on the agenda – and some things have been added – due to necessity or demand, while other items remain on the agenda but are no longer part of the near-term path.
Note that any property mentioned for Etherlink will carry over into the unified execution layer, should the upgrade proposal be adopted.
What moved up
Throughput: During 2025, Etherlink’s maximal throughput was increased almost 14x to 27 Mgas/s (~1300 TPS), with experiments showing further potential for significant increases.
Latency: Work on latency has already enabled 10–20x faster confirmations than originally envisioned, from “subsecond” to milliseconds. Etherlink now offers instant confirmations via a sequencer, enabling 50ms latency today and further reductions in the future.
MEV protection: The instant confirmations provided by the sequencer also offer guarantees about transaction order and the result of the next block, effectively providing MEV protection.
BLS signatures: This signature scheme was introduced to enable signature aggregation, supporting Layer 1 optimization and DAL integration, and bringing protocol-native multisig functionality.
What moved down (for now)
JavaScript interface: The absence of strong demand at this stage means that enabling a JavaScript interface (Jstz) in Mainnet is no longer a near-term priority. An important milestone, the RISC-V migration—required to support additional runtimes such as JavaScript—is targeted for H2 2026, as mentioned above.
Blind sequencer: The current sequencer is decentrally governed by Tezos bakers, holds sequencing power only, and can be replaced by vote. On-chain settlement adds censorship-resistant finality in seconds. Our market analysis indicates that, at this stage, the ultra-low latency achievable with this approach is a stronger value driver for network participants than alternative architectures with higher latency.
Data Availability Sampling: Sampling enables higher scalability by establishing security about available data without requiring an honest majority of nodes to download everything. However, at 10 MB/s bandwidth, the DAL supports plenty of throughput for the near future, and sampling is therefore not a near-term priority.
Finally, an initially envisioned automatic upgrade of Layer 1 apps to the execution layer has been dropped. Instead, app maintainers can move ad hoc, supported by tooling to make the process smooth.
From “canonical rollup” to “execution layer” #Some readers may have noticed that “execution layer” has replaced previous talk of a “canonical rollup”.
While “canonical rollup” partly captures the role Tezos X has in the Tezos architecture in a technical sense, the term “canonical” is not an intuitive descriptor for most people. Also, “rollup” carries Ethereum L2 connotations that don’t match what Tezos X represents:
Ethereum’s L2 landscape is fragmented into largely independent and custodial chains with varying security assumptions, offering limited integration with Ethereum’s Layer 1 and each other.
Tezos X is a unified, single-chain experience for both developers and end users, enshrined in the protocol. No new tokens or controlling entities are involved. The system remains entirely non-custodial.
We believe that “execution layer” better reflects the tightly integrated nature of the architecture, and it sums up the role well: the natural home for applications on Tezos.
Beyond blocks and chains #If the Tezos X roadmap laid out an ambitious path for Tezos, this update marks the point where that path becomes reality.
It is an opportunity for developers and entrepreneurs to think bigger, draw on the best of the EVM and Michelson worlds, and deploy the next generation of Tezos-powered applications and products.
We look forward to supporting builders in exploring the new possibilities through documentation, tutorials, tools, sparring, and other help that makes the path to great products as frictionless as possible.
The long-term belief hasn’t changed. Blockchains should fade into the background. People should use applications that happen to be powered by Tezos, not “use a blockchain” as a primary act. A seamless experience resting on uncompromising security.
Tezos X is what makes it practical: a fast, multi-language, highly composable execution layer secured by a battle-tested, self-amending, and censorship-resistant Layer 1.
GeneralA simpler look at what Tezos bakers are currently voting on, and why this proposal matters for the network's future
6 minute read
April 29, 2026
Tezos bakers are back in voting mode, as the network’s 21st protocol upgrade proposal, Ushuaia, has now been injected and entered the Proposal period of governance.
This latest upgrade proposal brings a handful of notable changes to the protocol, with most of the focus landing on Tezos X infrastructure, Smart Rollup performance, and the early testing of two features that could become much more relevant down the line.
So, let’s take a high-level look at what Ushuaia brings to the table.
A Stronger Backend for Tezos X #A big part of Ushuaia focuses on strengthening the infrastructure Tezos X is being built around, particularly the Data Availability Layer (DAL) and Smart Rollups.
Without getting too deep into the weeds, the DAL is a core part of Tezos’ scaling design. It is what allows Smart Rollups to publish and access large amounts of data without pushing all of that load directly onto Layer 1, making it possible for Tezos to scale without simply bloating the base chain.
The first major change here is a substantial increase in DAL bandwidth, jumping from roughly 0.66 MB/s to 10 MB/s. That is a sizeable expansion in the amount of data Tezos can make available every second, giving Smart Rollups far more breathing room as the network prepares for heavier rollup usage in the future.
Ushuaia also introduces what the core devs call Dynamic DAL Attestation Lag, which changes how quickly that data can move through the system. Instead of DAL data always waiting through the same rigid delay before becoming usable, that waiting period can now be adjusted depending on how quickly the required attestations come in. In short, data does not have to sit around longer than necessary before Smart Rollups can make use of it.
And the backend tuning does not stop there. Ushuaia also includes upgrades to the WASM PVM, which you can think of as the internal workspace where Smart Rollups do their processing behind the scenes.
Ushuaia makes that workspace more efficient when it comes to loading data and preparing storage before tasks are executed, helping rollups run more smoothly as the network continues building toward heavier scaling usage.
Taken together, these changes are all part of Tezos getting its scaling foundation into place. But Ushuaia doesn’t stop at backend improvements. It also introduces two separate feature-flagged additions that give the community an early look at what may be coming further down the line.
Tezos Liquid Staking Takes Its First Step Into Testing #Beyond the infrastructure upgrades, Ushuaia also includes one of the more talked-about additions in recent weeks: Enshrined Liquid Staking.
This is the proposed native Liquid Staking Token model on Tezos (sTEZ**)**, which would eventually allow users to stake their tez while also receiving a liquid tokenized representation of that position that can still be moved or used across DeFi, rollups, etc. In other words, it opens the door for users to keep earning staking rewards without having their capital sit completely idle.
The feature is included behind a feature flag, which allows it to be tested and evaluated on testnets, but it will not automatically activate on mainnet at this stage. This step allows the community to experiment with the system on testnets and prepare for possible future activation once testing is complete.
If you want to learn more about how Tezos’ proposed Liquid Staking Token works, I go into it in more detail here: Understanding Tezos’ Proposed Liquid Staking Token (sTEZ).
Preparing for Quantum-Resistant Accounts #The other feature-flagged addition in Ushuaia is Post-Quantum User Keys, which are new types of accounts designed to resist future quantum computing attacks.
Put simply, these keys use cryptography that could stay secure even if powerful quantum computers exist down the line. You can think of them like stronger locks on a door, they make it much harder for a future technology to break in and compromise your funds.
Like the Liquid Staking feature, Post-Quantum User Keys are included behind a feature flag, which means they are currently for testing and experimentation only, and will not automatically activate on mainnet.
This is an early step in preparing Tezos for the next era of account security, giving developers and the community a chance to explore how these keys behave and integrate before wider adoption.
It’s worth mentioning that there was another feature suggested for Ushuaia that didn’t make it into the proposal. The reason? Community feedback during the heads-up process on Tezos Agora. Almost all features in this proposal went through that same loop, which clearly shows why this feedback loop is so important, the community’s input directly affects what features make it into the proposal.
Ushuaia is an important step forward for Tezos, bringing a range of features and refinements that will make the network’s foundations much stronger and prepare it for the future. As always, I’ve tried to keep this at a high level, so if you’re interested in more details about the individual features, check the announcement on the Nomadic Labs blog.
You can also follow the proposal’s progress through governance on Tezos Agora. The proposal is now live, so bakers can vote, and users should make sure their chosen baker is aware.
After all, governance is one of our strongest tools. Let’s put it to work!
FeaturedGeneralThe first public testnet where Michelson and EVM interact through a shared ledger
6 minute read
May 4, 2026
The Tezos X Previewnet is now live, giving builders their first public environment where the EVM and Michelson interfaces come together in a way that hasn’t been available before.
This testnet offers the first opportunity to experiment with applications that can interact across both environments as part of the same flow.
With that now available, developers can start deploying, testing, and seeing what this new model actually makes possible.
Let’s take a closer look at what’s being introduced here, why it matters, and how you can start experimenting with it.
One System, Not a Set of Workarounds #If you look at how most ecosystems are evolving, they tend to solve problems by adding more pieces.
Different environments, different layers, different chains, each doing its own thing. It works, but it also creates fragmentation. Assets live in one place, applications in another, and moving between them becomes part of the experience, often adding extra complexity, and in many cases, additional risk. Tezos X takes a different route.
Tezos X is designed to reduce that friction by bringing those environments closer together from the start. Within Tezos X, a single shared ledger can be addressed through both the EVM and Michelson interfaces. That design enables native atomic composability.
Native atomic composability is what allows contracts across different environments to interact natively within a single transaction so that either all actions succeed or none do, without requiring intermediary steps like bridging or wrapping assets.
For example, imagine a ticketing platform built with Michelson, where tickets are priced in tez. A buyer comes in holding USDC in a MetaMask wallet on the EVM side. Normally, that means extra steps, swapping, bridging, wrapping, and moving assets across boundaries before anything can actually happen.
Here, those boundaries don’t exist within the system. The EVM user can interact directly with the Michelson contract, and the payment and the purchase can happen together, in a single transaction, executed atomically. All-or-nothing. No bridging, no wrapping, no loose ends.
One action, one result. That’s where things start to get interesting when you’re building.
What This Actually Changes for Builders #Up until now, building usually meant committing to one environment. You pick your stack, your tools, your ecosystem, and everything follows from that.
With Tezos X, that trade-off starts to disappear.
If you’re already building with Solidity, you can keep doing exactly that. Same tooling, same workflows, same mental model. But now, you also have access to the Michelson side when it actually makes sense to use it. At the same time, if you’re building with Michelson, you’re no longer operating in a more isolated environment. You can tap directly into EVM-based users, assets, and liquidity without relying on external bridges or separate deployments.
That opens up a different kind of design space.
Some parts of your app can stay EVM-shaped, flexible, familiar, and easy to work with. But for parts where guarantees really matter, like how assets are handled or how certain rules are enforced, you can lean on the Michelson side.
Michelson contracts can be formally verified, meaning their behavior can be mathematically proven to match what they’re supposed to do. While this is something that can be done with EVM contracts too, it’s generally much easier to do in Michelson, as it was built from the start with formal verification in mind and you can even prove properties that are significantly harder to establish in EVM-based systems.
You don’t need to go deep into the theory to see the value, it simply gives you stronger guarantees where it counts. And with AI-assisted tooling putting formal methods within reach of almost any builder, it is becoming far easier to make use of those guarantees in practice. In an industry that keeps getting reminded how expensive smart contract failures can be, those guarantees are becoming much harder to overlook.
So instead of forcing everything into one model, you can start designing applications where both environments work together within the same transaction flow.
What Comes Next #Once you start thinking about it this way, the next step is seeing how it holds up.
This phase is about seeing how these interactions behave in real conditions, what feels intuitive, what breaks, and what needs to change before anything moves further. It’s where assumptions meet actual usage, and where things become clearer once people start building with it. How builders use it, and where it breaks, will shape what moves forward to mainnet.
And that next step isn’t far off. Following this phase, an Etherlink governance proposal is expected around June 2026. If approved by bakers, Tezos X moves to mainnet with both the EVM interface and the Michelson interface live and fully composable from day one.
If you want to get a broader picture of how all of this fits together, the Tezos X roadmap update goes into more detail on the direction of the project and what’s coming next.
Getting Started #At this point, the most useful thing isn’t another explanation, it’s actually using it. The testnet is live, the environment is there, and this is where builders come in.
Try things out, deploy something small, and see how it behaves. Push it a bit, break a few assumptions, and get a feel for how these interactions work when you’re actually building with them. And if something doesn’t work the way you expect, you can share feedback or ask questions in the dedicated Tezos X channel in the Tezos Discord.
If you want to get started, you can find everything you need here:
Developers behind the Tezos ecosystem launched a testnet prototype for private blockchain payments designed to resist future quantum computing attacks, as concerns grow that advances in quantum technology could eventually compromise existing blockchain privacy systems.
The prototype, called TzEL, uses post-quantum cryptography and zk-STARK proofs to shield transaction data and encrypted payment metadata that could otherwise be vulnerable to “harvest now, decrypt later” attacks, where encrypted blockchain data collected today is decrypted in the future, according to Tezos.
The prototype also uses Tezos’ Data Availability Layer to handle the larger proof sizes associated with post-quantum cryptography, which developers say has been one of the main technical barriers to building scalable quantum-resistant privacy systems onchain.
Source: Tezos
According to the project's whitepaper, the quantum-resistant zk-STARK proofs used by TzEL are roughly 300KB in size, significantly larger than privacy proofs commonly used in existing blockchain systems.
TzEL is currently live on the Tezos testnet and remains in development, while the broader Tezos (XTZ) ecosystem is still in the early stages of transitioning toward post-quantum cryptography.
The crypto industry ramps up post-quantum security effortsThe crypto industry increased efforts to prepare for quantum computing risks throughout April, as concerns continue to grow over the long-term security of blockchain cryptographic systems.
Two major validator clients on the Solana (SOL) network introduced a test version of a post-quantum signature system called Falcon, designed to help protect the blockchain against future quantum threats while minimizing performance tradeoffs.
Meanwhile, MARA Holdings launched the MARA Foundation to support Bitcoin network development, including research into quantum-resistant security measures.
Source: MARA Holdings
Coinbase researchers also said Algorand (ALGO) and Aptos (APT) appeared further along in preparing for potential quantum threats, citing efforts to integrate quantum-resistant cryptography into their networks.
However, the researchers warned that proof-of-stake blockchains may face greater exposure to quantum computing risks because of the signature systems used by network validators.
According to Bernstein researchers, the crypto industry has around three to five years to transition toward quantum-resistant cryptographic standards before quantum computing becomes a threat to Bitcoin (BTC) security.
But not everyone agrees. In May, Adam Back, an early cypherpunk and Bitcoin contributor, said that computers capable of breaking Bitcoin signatures are likely still at least 20 years away.
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In brief Tezos launched TzEL, a post-quantum privacy system for blockchain payments on testnet. Arthur Breitman accused parts of the Bitcoin community of dismissing legitimate quantum risks. The project aims to protect encrypted blockchain transaction data from future decryption attacks. While practical quantum computers capable of breaking modern cryptography do not yet exist, Tezos co-founder Arthur Breitman said some pockets of the crypto industry are treating quantum computing like a conspiracy theory while ignoring a legitimate threat to blockchain privacy.
The warning comes as Tezos launches TzEL, a post-quantum privacy system on testnet designed to protect private payments and encrypted transaction data from future “harvest now, decrypt later” attacks. Breitman said Tezos is acting with “a sense of urgency,” while parts of the industry remain complacent about quantum threats in his view.
“Some projects are barely maintained and won’t be upgraded at all; but the important ones will be upgraded, mostly in a timely fashion,” Breitman told Decrypt.
Breitman took particular issue with some in the Bitcoin community promoting what he described as pseudo-scientific theories about quantum computing.
“There are Bitcoiners being applauded on stages for half-baked crank theories about quantum mechanics that fly in the face of established physics,” he said.
The cultural debate centers on whether blockchain networks should begin preparing now for a future where quantum computers could break the elliptic curve cryptography widely used across crypto today.
The concern is especially acute because blockchain data is permanent. By design, transactions and other data are stored publicly on-chain indefinitely, creating the potential for what security researchers call a “harvest now, decrypt later” attack.
In such a scenario, attackers collect blockchain data in the form of public keys and store them until quantum computers become powerful enough to break the cryptography protecting them, thus exposing private keys and allowing for funds to be stolen.
One challenge facing post-quantum privacy systems, however, is scale. Quantum-resistant zk-STARK proofs are substantially larger than the proofs used in many existing blockchain privacy tools, creating storage and throughput problems. Breitman said that Tezos is equipped to handle that challenge.
“Post-quantum shielded transactions can take up a lot of space,” he said. “Tezos has a functioning data availability layer that can absorb them without increasing the load for consensus nodes.”
The project remains experimental, and Breitman said several steps still need to happen before broader deployment. He added that Tezos has also started introducing post-quantum signature support for user accounts as part of a broader effort to prepare the network for future threats.
“The fact the encrypted memo can be decrypted in the future means there is value in switching early,” Breitman said. “Work to make the entirety of Tezos post-quantum is active and ongoing.”
Breitman argued the industry still has time to prepare for quantum threats, but warned that developers are underestimating how quickly that window could close. His comments also come as recent reports from quantum security firm Project Eleven warned that “Q-Day,” the point at which quantum computers become capable of breaking modern cryptography, could arrive as early as 2030.
“The main risk is complacency among developers,” he said. “Elliptic curve signatures won’t be broken in a few months, but there’s a good chance they’ll be broken in a few years. That leaves enough time to upgrade, but not enough to quibble.”
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In brief Tezos launched TzEL, a post-quantum privacy system for blockchain payments on testnet. Arthur Breitman accused parts of the Bitcoin community of dismissing legitimate quantum risks. The project aims to protect encrypted blockchain transaction data from future decryption attacks. While practical quantum computers capable of breaking modern cryptography do not yet exist, Tezos co-founder Arthur Breitman said some pockets of the crypto industry are treating quantum computing like a conspiracy theory while ignoring a legitimate threat to blockchain privacy.
The warning comes as Tezos launches TzEL, a post-quantum privacy system on testnet designed to protect private payments and encrypted transaction data from future “harvest now, decrypt later” attacks. Breitman said Tezos is acting with “a sense of urgency,” while parts of the industry remain complacent about quantum threats in his view.
“Some projects are barely maintained and won’t be upgraded at all; but the important ones will be upgraded, mostly in a timely fashion,” Breitman told Decrypt.
Breitman took particular issue with some in the Bitcoin community promoting what he described as pseudo-scientific theories about quantum computing.
“There are Bitcoiners being applauded on stages for half-baked crank theories about quantum mechanics that fly in the face of established physics,” he said.
The cultural debate centers on whether blockchain networks should begin preparing now for a future where quantum computers could break the elliptic curve cryptography widely used across crypto today.
The concern is especially acute because blockchain data is permanent. By design, transactions and other data are stored publicly on-chain indefinitely, creating the potential for what security researchers call a “harvest now, decrypt later” attack.
In such a scenario, attackers collect blockchain data in the form of public keys and store them until quantum computers become powerful enough to break the cryptography protecting them, thus exposing private keys and allowing for funds to be stolen.
One challenge facing post-quantum privacy systems, however, is scale. Quantum-resistant zk-STARK proofs are substantially larger than the proofs used in many existing blockchain privacy tools, creating storage and throughput problems. Breitman said that Tezos is equipped to handle that challenge.
“Post-quantum shielded transactions can take up a lot of space,” he said. “Tezos has a functioning data availability layer that can absorb them without increasing the load for consensus nodes.”
The project remains experimental, and Breitman said several steps still need to happen before broader deployment. He added that Tezos has also started introducing post-quantum signature support for user accounts as part of a broader effort to prepare the network for future threats.
“The fact the encrypted memo can be decrypted in the future means there is value in switching early,” Breitman said. “Work to make the entirety of Tezos post-quantum is active and ongoing.”
Breitman argued the industry still has time to prepare for quantum threats, but warned that developers are underestimating how quickly that window could close. His comments also come as recent reports from quantum security firm Project Eleven warned that “Q-Day,” the point at which quantum computers become capable of breaking modern cryptography, could arrive as early as 2030.
“The main risk is complacency among developers,” he said. “Elliptic curve signatures won’t be broken in a few months, but there’s a good chance they’ll be broken in a few years. That leaves enough time to upgrade, but not enough to quibble.”
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Recently, Bitcoin (BTC) and altcoins have been warned that the quantum computing threat poses a significant risk and that urgent action is needed.
While many altcoins have taken significant steps in this regard, the latest move comes from Tezos (XTZ).
Tezos has launched TzEL, a post-quantum privacy system for blockchain payments, on its testnet.
Speaking to Decrypt, Tezos co-founder Arthur Breitman emphasized the importance of prioritizing the treatment of quantum risk, while also criticizing some groups.
At this point, Breitman stated that some segments of the crypto industry are treating quantum computing like a conspiracy theory, ignoring a legitimate threat to blockchain privacy, and underestimating the real threats it poses.
Breitman stated that Tezos acted “urgently,” while some parts of the industry, in his opinion, remained indifferent to quantum threats.
According to Breitman, the quantum threat should be a very serious concern. This is because blockchain data is persistent. By its very nature, transactions and other data are stored publicly on the chain indefinitely. This creates the potential for what attackers call a “collect now, decrypt later” attack. In such a scenario, attackers collect blockchain data in the form of public keys and store them until quantum computers become powerful enough to break the encryption protecting them.
Breitman concluded by stating that the project is still in the experimental phase and that several more steps need to be taken before it can be deployed on a wider scale. He also added that Tezos has begun offering post-quantum signature support for user accounts as part of its efforts to prepare the network for future threats.
“Work to fully transform Tezos into a post-quantum state is active and ongoing.”
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Developers behind the Tezos ecosystem launched a testnet prototype for private blockchain payments designed to resist future quantum computing attacks, as concerns grow that advances in quantum technology could eventually compromise existing blockchain privacy systems.
The prototype, called TzEL, uses post-quantum cryptography and zk-STARK proofs to shield transaction data and encrypted payment metadata that could otherwise be vulnerable to “harvest now, decrypt later” attacks, where encrypted blockchain data collected today is decrypted in the future, according to Tezos.
The prototype also uses Tezos’ Data Availability Layer to handle the larger proof sizes associated with post-quantum cryptography, which developers say has been one of the main technical barriers to building scalable quantum-resistant privacy systems onchain.
Source: Tezos
According to the project's whitepaper, the quantum-resistant zk-STARK proofs used by TzEL are roughly 300KB in size, significantly larger than privacy proofs commonly used in existing blockchain systems.
TzEL is currently live on the Tezos testnet and remains in development, while the broader Tezos (XTZ) ecosystem is still in the early stages of transitioning toward post-quantum cryptography.
The crypto industry ramps up post-quantum security effortsThe crypto industry increased efforts to prepare for quantum computing risks throughout April, as concerns continue to grow over the long-term security of blockchain cryptographic systems.
Two major validator clients on the Solana (SOL) network introduced a test version of a post-quantum signature system called Falcon, designed to help protect the blockchain against future quantum threats while minimizing performance tradeoffs.
Meanwhile, MARA Holdings launched the MARA Foundation to support Bitcoin network development, including research into quantum-resistant security measures.
Source: MARA Holdings
Coinbase researchers also said Algorand (ALGO) and Aptos (APT) appeared further along in preparing for potential quantum threats, citing efforts to integrate quantum-resistant cryptography into their networks.
However, the researchers warned that proof-of-stake blockchains may face greater exposure to quantum computing risks because of the signature systems used by network validators.
According to Bernstein researchers, the crypto industry has around three to five years to transition toward quantum-resistant cryptographic standards before quantum computing becomes a threat to Bitcoin (BTC) security.
But not everyone agrees. In May, Adam Back, an early cypherpunk and Bitcoin contributor, said that computers capable of breaking Bitcoin signatures are likely still at least 20 years away.
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PANews reported on May 15th, citing Cointelegraph, that Tezos ecosystem developers have launched a prototype private blockchain payment testnet called TzEL, designed to withstand future quantum computing attacks. This prototype uses post-quantum cryptography and zk-STARK proofs to protect transaction data and encrypted payment metadata, preventing "collect first, decrypt later" attacks. TzEL leverages Tezos' data availability layer to handle the larger proof size (approximately 300KB) introduced by post-quantum cryptography, which was one of the main technical obstacles to building scalable on-chain quantum-resistant privacy systems. TzEL is currently running on the Tezos testnet and is still under development; the transition of the Tezos ecosystem to quantum-resistant cryptography is still in its early stages.
Key Highlights TzEL, Tezos’ post-quantum privacy solution, is now operational on testnet for blockchain transactions The system combines post-quantum cryptographic methods with zk-STARK proofs to secure payment information against future quantum threats Arthur Breitman, Tezos co-founder, called out crypto community members for underestimating quantum computing dangers Project Eleven, a quantum security company, suggests Q-Day might occur by 2030 Analysts at Bernstein estimate a three-to-five-year window for the sector to adopt quantum-safe protocols The Tezos network has rolled out TzEL on its testnet, a quantum-resistant privacy framework built to safeguard blockchain transaction information against emerging quantum computing capabilities.
🔍 Private transactions today may not stay private forever.
Built using quantum-resistant cryptography via STARK proofs and Tezos Smart Rollup technology.
Learn more ↓
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— Tezos (@tezos) May 14, 2026
TzEL leverages post-quantum cryptographic techniques alongside zk-STARK proofs to secure both transaction details and encrypted payment information. The technology targets what security experts call “harvest now, decrypt later” scenarios, where adversaries capture encrypted blockchain information today with plans to decode it once quantum computers become sufficiently advanced.
Public blockchain ledgers maintain records indefinitely. This permanence creates long-term vulnerability, as information recorded currently could become accessible once quantum technology matures sufficiently.
A key technical hurdle for quantum-safe systems involves data volume. TzEL’s zk-STARK proofs measure approximately 300KB per proof—significantly larger than privacy verification methods in current blockchain applications. According to Tezos, its Data Availability Layer architecture accommodates these expanded proof sizes while keeping consensus node operations unaffected.
Currently operational on testnet, TzEL remains under active development. The platform is simultaneously developing quantum-resistant signature capabilities for user wallets as part of comprehensive network enhancement initiatives.
Conflicting Views on Quantum Timeline Arthur Breitman, who co-founded Tezos, emphasized the project is moving proactively while much of the sector stays passive. He specifically targeted certain members of the Bitcoin ecosystem.
“There are Bitcoiners being applauded on stages for half-baked crank theories about quantum mechanics that fly in the face of established physics,” Breitman said.
His urgency isn’t universally accepted. Adam Back, a pioneering Bitcoin developer, believes systems powerful enough to compromise Bitcoin cryptography remain two decades away. Michael Shaulov, CEO of Fireblocks, has similarly downplayed concerns, stating the quantum danger is “not actually a threat as people make it out to be.”
Breitman rejected this perspective. “Elliptic curve signatures won’t be broken in a few months, but there’s a good chance they’ll be broken in a few years,” he said. “That leaves enough time to upgrade, but not enough to quibble.”
Project Eleven, specializing in quantum security, has projected that Q-Day—when quantum computers can compromise current encryption standards—might materialize as soon as 2030.
Broader Ecosystem Response Tezos isn’t operating in isolation on quantum preparedness. The Solana ecosystem saw two prominent validator clients release experimental implementations of Falcon, a post-quantum signature protocol, this past April.
MARA Holdings established the MARA Foundation to advance Bitcoin technology development, with quantum-resistant security among its research priorities. Analysts at Coinbase identified Algorand and Aptos as blockchain networks with notable progress in quantum-resistant cryptography implementation.
Researchers at Bernstein project a three-to-five-year timeframe for the cryptocurrency sector to complete its transition before quantum computing poses genuine risks to Bitcoin infrastructure.
Breitman identified developer inaction as the primary concern. “Work to make the entirety of Tezos post-quantum is active and ongoing,” he added.
Quick Answer: Tezos (XTZ) is trading near $0.33–$0.40 as of May 2026, down approximately 96% from its all-time high of $9.12 (October 2021). Analyst forecasts for 2026 range from $0.362 (Changelly conservative) to $2.46 (Coinpedia bull case). For 2030, projections span from $0.217 (Changelly base model) to $5.00 (Cryptopolitan bull). Key catalysts include the Tezos X scalability upgrade in H1 2026, Etherlink’s EVM-compatible Layer 2 growth, the Seoul protocol upgrade (September 2025), and Fortify Labs’ $1.3M startup accelerator open to Tezos and Etherlink builders.
Key Takeaways:
XTZ trades ~96% below its October 2021 ATH of $9.12; ranked #97 globally with a $380M+ market cap Tezos X — a major scalability upgrade improving transaction speed — is in H1 2026 deployment Seoul upgrade (September 19, 2025): native multisig, aggregated attestations, one-click un-staking Tezos Art Ecosystem sold 500K+ NFTs in 2025; 243,000+ museum visitors introduced to blockchain art 2026 base case consensus: $0.36–$1.10; bull case $2.46 requires Etherlink and Tezos X adoption momentum What Is Tezos (XTZ)? Tezos is an open-source Layer 1 blockchain built for smart contracts and decentralized applications, founded by Arthur Breitman and Kathleen Breitman. Its mainnet launched in September 2018 after one of the largest ICOs in history — raising $232 million in 2017. Tezos operates on a proof-of-stake consensus mechanism and is notable for its self-amending protocol: the blockchain can upgrade itself through an on-chain governance process that does not require hard forks.
XTZ is the native cryptocurrency used for transaction fees, staking (“baking”), governance participation, and delegation rewards. Token holders who stake XTZ (called “bakers”) earn rewards for validating blocks — currently approximately 4–6% annually — while holders who delegate to bakers earn similar yields without running infrastructure.
Tezos has completed 19 protocol upgrades since mainnet launch, with the 19th upgrade (“Seoul”) activating on September 19, 2025. The upcoming Tezos X upgrade in H1 2026 is its most ambitious scalability milestone — improving transaction throughput while maintaining the security model that has kept Tezos hack-free since 2018.
The Etherlink Layer 2 is Tezos’ strategic expansion into EVM compatibility: an optimistic rollup on Tezos that allows Solidity developers to deploy Ethereum-compatible smart contracts, bridging Tezos’ governance and security with Ethereum’s developer tooling and DeFi ecosystem.
According to CoinMarketCap, XTZ has a circulating supply of approximately 1.01 billion tokens and a market capitalization of approximately $380–400 million as of May 2026.
How Does Tezos Compare to Other Smart Contract Layer 1s? Tezos occupies a niche focused on governance, formal verification, and long-term institutional adoption rather than speculative DeFi velocity.
FeatureTezos (XTZ)Ethereum (ETH)Cardano (ADA)Algorand (ALGO)ConsensusProof-of-StakeProof-of-StakeProof-of-StakePure PoSHard forksNever (self-amending)MultipleMultipleRareSmart contractsYes (Michelson + Ligo)Yes (Solidity)Yes (Plutus)Yes (Python/TEAL)EVM compatibilityEtherlink L2NativeNoNoMarket cap (May 2026)~$380M~$290B~$17B~$700MBlock time10 seconds~12 seconds~20 seconds~3.3 secondsProtocol upgrades19 (no hard forks)Multiple hard forksMultipleMultipleNFT ecosystemActive (500K+ sales 2025)DominantGrowingGrowing Tezos’ unique selling point — the no-hard-fork self-amending protocol — has enabled 19 consecutive upgrades without the community splits that plagued Ethereum Classic and Bitcoin Cash. The trade-off is slower developer adoption compared to Ethereum and Solana.
Tezos (XTZ) Price Today and Market Overview MetricValue (May 2026)Price~$0.33–$0.40Market Cap~$380–400M24h Volume~$15–20MCMC Rank~#97ATH$9.12 (Oct 4, 2021)ATH Drop~96%Circulating Supply~1.01B XTZ As of May 2026, XTZ is trading near $0.33–$0.40. Changelly’s current technical data shows XTZ at $0.38, ranked #97 globally, with bearish sentiment at 57% and a Fear & Greed Index near 38 (Fear). Both the 50-day and 200-day moving averages are above current price, acting as resistance.
Despite weak price action, Tezos has been delivering consistent development milestones. Fortify Labs opened 2026 applications offering up to $1.3 million for startups building on Tezos or Etherlink — a seven-month program with two in-person off-sites in Singapore, targeting integration and growth-stage projects. The Tezos Art Ecosystem sold over 500,000 NFTs in 2025, introduced 243,000+ museum visitors to blockchain art at the Museum of the Moving Image (MoMI), and staged Art on Tezos Berlin as a three-day digital art festival.
The September 2025 Seoul protocol upgrade introduced native multisig support, aggregated attestations for faster finality, and a simplified one-click un-staking mechanism — keeping Tezos competitive for institutional-grade dApp developers.
XTZ Price History Snapshot YearKey Price Level2018Mainnet launch ~$1.60–$4.002019Declined to $0.30–$1.502020Range $1.50–$3.50Oct 2021ATH $9.122022Bear market; fell to $1.00–$2.002023Range $0.50–$1.102024Post-halving recovery $0.60–$1.70Sep 2025Seoul upgrade; trading ~$0.80–$1.10May 2026Near $0.33–$0.40 Tezos’ October 2021 ATH of $9.12 was driven by the broader altcoin mania and NFT adoption (Red Bull, McLaren F1, DojaCat, Toulouse FC all announced Tezos NFT partnerships). The current price of $0.33–$0.40 represents the deepest pullback since early 2019, approaching levels not seen since shortly after mainnet launch.
XTZ Price Prediction 2026 2026 is potentially transformative for Tezos. The Tezos X scalability upgrade in H1 2026 is the most ambitious technical milestone since mainnet launch, and the Etherlink L2’s EVM compatibility creates a new growth surface.
SourceLowHighNotesChangelly$0.362$0.381Conservative; near current levelsMEXC (5% linear)$0.33$0.36Flat growth modelCoinbird$0.74$1.65Avg $1.22; moderate recoveryCryptopolitan—$0.50Q2 2026 targetCoinpedia$0.70$2.46Bull case; Tezos X + Etherlink neededMargex—$16.35Aggressive bull (5-year horizon figure) Changelly and MEXC represent the floor — XTZ drifting near current levels without a macro catalyst. Coinbird’s $0.74–$1.65 range (avg $1.22) is the base recovery scenario, requiring the Tezos X upgrade to demonstrate visible performance improvements. Coinpedia’s $0.70–$2.46 is the bull case: Etherlink attracting EVM developers, Tezos X improving throughput metrics, and Bitcoin-driven capital rotation reaching mid-cap governance blockchains.
For 2026 planning, the realistic range is $0.36–$1.10. The $1+ zone requires the Tezos X upgrade to generate measurable developer activity and at least one new institutional NFT or tokenization partnership.
XTZ Price Prediction 2027 2027 is the prime post-halving altcoin window. Tezos’ no-hard-fork architecture and institutional NFT ecosystem give it a differentiated narrative for capital rotation.
SourceLowHighChangelly$0.40$0.45Coinbird~$0.80~$2.00Margex$14.06~$18Coinpedia—$3.91Cryptopolitan—~$3.00+ Changelly stays near $0.40–$0.45 — minimal appreciation without a fundamental catalyst. Coinpedia’s $3.91 and Cryptopolitan’s $3.00+ represent a meaningful recovery scenario where Tezos captures developer mindshare via Etherlink and governance-first positioning. Margex’s $14.06 minimum (described as a five-year outlook figure) is the aggressive bull case — XTZ returning to $9 ATH territory — requiring a full-cycle altcoin mania with Tezos at the center.
XTZ Price Prediction 2028 2028 is the next Bitcoin halving year — the historical trigger for Tezos’ largest cycle gains.
SourceLowHighChangelly$0.18$0.27Coinpedia—$6.15Cryptopolitan~$2.00~$5.00 Changelly’s 2028 model declines below current prices — a structural bear case where Tezos loses market share to newer Layer 1s. Coinpedia’s $6.15 treats 2028 as a halving-cycle peak where Tezos’ institutional adoption becomes visible enough to drive meaningful capital inflows. Cryptopolitan’s $2–$5 range is the moderate scenario — XTZ recovering to 2023–2024 trading levels.
XTZ Price Prediction 2029 SourceLowHighChangelly$0.18$0.27Coinpedia—$8.08Cryptopolitan$0.75$4.50 2029 is the late-cycle bull phase. Coinpedia’s $8.08 approaches XTZ’s $9.12 ATH — plausible if Tezos X, Etherlink, and the institutional art/tokenization narrative drive two years of compounding adoption. Cryptopolitan’s $0.75–$4.50 range captures both a moderate recovery and a near-ATH scenario. Changelly’s floor of $0.18–$0.27 remains structurally bearish.
XTZ Price Prediction 2030 2030 is the most debated long-term horizon for XTZ.
SourceLowHighChangelly$0.180$0.267MEXC (5%)—~$0.41DigitalCoinPrice—~$1.45Coinbird—~$3.00+Coinpedia—$9.00+Cryptopolitan$0.55$5.00 Changelly’s 2030 floor ($0.180–$0.267) represents actual decline from current prices — a scenario where Tezos’ governance and security advantages are overshadowed by developer ecosystem deficits. MEXC’s flat $0.41 is minimal appreciation. DigitalCoinPrice’s $1.45 and Coinbird’s $3+ represent base-to-moderate bull scenarios. Coinpedia’s $9+ and Cryptopolitan’s $5 max treat 2030 as a potential full recovery to ATH territory — achievable if Etherlink establishes meaningful DeFi TVL and Tezos becomes a recognized institutional tokenization chain.
What Drives Tezos (XTZ)’s Price? Tezos X scalability upgrade (H1 2026). Tezos X is the most technically ambitious upgrade in the protocol’s history — targeting significant throughput improvements while maintaining the formal verification and security properties that make Tezos attractive for institutional applications. Successful deployment and demonstrable performance improvements are the single most important near-term price catalyst.
Etherlink L2 growth. Etherlink is Tezos’ bridge to Ethereum’s developer base: an EVM-compatible optimistic rollup that allows Solidity developers to deploy on Tezos infrastructure. Growing Etherlink TVL and dApp deployments create a new, measurable demand signal for XTZ.
Protocol upgrade cadence. Tezos’ ability to complete its 19th upgrade without a hard fork is a structural differentiator. Each successful upgrade increases institutional confidence that Tezos can deliver governance improvements at scale — directly relevant to enterprise and government tokenization clients.
NFT and digital art ecosystem. The Tezos art ecosystem processed 500,000+ NFT sales in 2025 and has reached 243,000+ new blockchain users through museum partnerships. Growing cultural relevance drives both developer interest and organic token demand from collectors who need XTZ to transact on the network.
Fortify Labs startup pipeline. The Fortify Labs $1.3M accelerator for 2026 creates a structured pipeline of new projects building on Tezos and Etherlink. If the cohort produces successful consumer-facing dApps, it generates the on-chain activity that translates to organic XTZ demand.
Bitcoin halving cycles. XTZ remains highly correlated with Bitcoin market cycles. The 2028 halving is the next major macro trigger. Tezos’ institutional positioning — rather than pure retail speculation — may provide a more defensible price floor during bear markets but also slower appreciation during bull phases.
Is Tezos (XTZ) a Good Investment? XTZ at $0.33–$0.40 prices it near its 2019 lows — before most of its institutional NFT partnerships, its Etherlink L2, and its current Seoul upgrade. The fundamental case for Tezos is stronger now than at this price level in 2019 by most objective measures: more institutional adoption, more protocol upgrades delivered, more ecosystem infrastructure.
The bear case: Tezos has been unable to break out of its structural narrative problem — it is technically sophisticated but has consistently failed to build the DeFi TVL or developer community depth that its architecture merits. Changelly’s 2030 floor of $0.18 is a credible outcome if Etherlink and Tezos X fail to close the gap with Ethereum L2s and other modern Layer 1s.
For investors who believe governance-first, no-hard-fork blockchains will become the standard for institutional tokenization by 2030, XTZ near six-year lows offers asymmetric exposure to that thesis.
Nothing in this article constitutes financial advice. Cryptocurrency investments carry substantial risk.
Where to Buy Tezos (XTZ) Centralized exchanges (CEX):
Binance — XTZ/USDT and XTZ/BTC; highest global liquidity Coinbase — XTZ/USD for US users; available in most US states Kraken — XTZ/USD and XTZ/EUR with strong regulatory compliance KuCoin — XTZ/USDT with competitive fees Gate.io — XTZ/USDT available globally OKX — XTZ/USDT spot and staking options Staking (Baking/Delegation): XTZ holders can delegate their stake to bakers directly in Coinbase, Kraken, or dedicated wallets including Kukai, Temple Wallet, and Ledger. Annual staking rewards are currently approximately 4–6%. Delegation does not lock tokens — delegated XTZ can be transferred at any time. For users committed to long-term XTZ exposure, staking is the recommended approach to avoid dilution from the protocol’s block reward issuance.
Self-custody wallets: The official Tezos-supported wallets are Kukai (web), Temple Wallet (browser extension + mobile), and Umami (desktop). All three support delegation staking directly within the interface.
Frequently Asked Questions What is the Tezos price prediction? For 2026, forecasts range from $0.362 (Changelly conservative) to $2.46 (Coinpedia bull). Coinbird projects a base average of $1.22. MEXC's flat model stays near $0.36. The base case consensus is $0.36–$1.10, with the upper end requiring Tezos X deployment success and Bitcoin-driven altcoin recovery. Above-base scenarios require Etherlink capturing DeFi TVL and new institutional tokenization partnerships.
How high can XTZ go? In a moderate 2030 bull scenario, Cryptopolitan projects $5.00 and Coinpedia targets $9+. DigitalCoinPrice estimates $1.45 for 2030. Coinbird targets $3+. Reaching $5 by 2030 would require XTZ to recover toward its 2021 ATH range — achievable across two halving cycles if Tezos X and Etherlink drive measurable adoption. Changelly's base 2030 model is $0.18–$0.27, representing continued decline.
Will XTZ reach $1 again? XTZ last traded above $1 in late 2024 before the current correction. Coinpedia's 2026 base case targets $0.70–$2.46, making $1 achievable in a moderate recovery scenario. For $1 before year-end 2026, XTZ needs a confirmed close above current 200-day SMA resistance and either the Tezos X upgrade showing visible performance metrics or a Bitcoin-driven broad altcoin recovery. Coinbird's $1.22 average for 2026 represents the most cited realistic $1+ scenario.
What is the XTZ price prediction for 2030? The 2030 range is wide. Changelly projects $0.18–$0.27 (structural decline). MEXC's flat model estimates $0.41. DigitalCoinPrice targets $1.45. Coinbird forecasts $3+. Coinpedia's bull case reaches $9+. Cryptopolitan projects $0.55–$5.00. The most cited realistic planning range for 2030 is $1–$5, depending on whether Tezos X and Etherlink translate into measurable developer adoption through two halving cycles.
What makes Tezos different from other blockchains? Tezos' primary differentiator is its self-amending protocol — it has completed 19 upgrades since 2018 without a single hard fork. This means no community splits, no wasted capital on competing chains, and institutional confidence in long-term protocol stability. Tezos also uses formal verification for smart contracts, reducing exploit risk. The Etherlink L2 provides EVM compatibility without abandoning Tezos' governance model.ShareContentThe theoretical threat of quantum computers to Bitcoin’s cryptographic security now has a dollar figure: $469 billion. That’s the value of 6.04 million BTC, or 30.2% of the total issued supply, whose public keys are exposed on-chain today and could be exploited if a sufficiently powerful quantum compastedQuick Answer: AMP is currently trading near $0.000841, down roughly 99.3% from its June 2021 all-time high of $0.1208. Third-party forecasts for 2026 range widely — from $0.0009 on the bearish end (CoinCodex) to $0.0100 on the bullish end (PricePrediction.net) — with the base-case consensus sitting pasted
Manchester United is gearing up for a busy summer transfer window, targeting at least one new midfielder and potentially a forward to strengthen its squad.
United’s primary midfield target appears to be Ederson, the Brazilian currently at Atalanta. The club is reportedly in advanced negotiations, with a target fee hovering around £38 million. His contract with the Italian side runs through 2027, giving Atalanta some leverage but not an overwhelming amount.
Beyond Ederson, the club has been linked to several other midfield options. Names like Mateus Fernandes, Sandro Tonali, and Carlos Baleba have circulated as alternative or complementary targets.
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The Tezos deal and XTZ’s rough stretch Manchester United signed a training kit sponsorship deal with Tezos back in February 2022. The partnership was valued at more than £20 million per year, making it one of the more significant crypto-sports tie-ups in European football at the time.
The XTZ token has dropped roughly 70% from its peak levels during the partnership era. There have been NFT initiatives launched on the Tezos network as part of the collaboration, but no new crypto-specific developments or token-related announcements have accompanied the current wave of transfer news.
The unofficial fan token problem Separate from the Tezos deal, a community-driven Manchester United Fan Token, trading under the MUFC ticker, exists on the BNB Chain. It carries no official endorsement from the club.
The broader Premier League landscape has not been kind to fan token ambitions. Multiple clubs have faced pushback from supporter groups who view tokenized engagement as a monetization scheme that extracts money from loyal fans without delivering meaningful value.
What this means for investors No measurable crypto market movements have been tied to Manchester United’s current transfer pursuits. XTZ’s price action is driven by broader market dynamics, developer activity, and competitive positioning against other Layer 1 blockchains, not by whether Ederson signs for £38 million.
For anyone holding XTZ, the Tezos-United partnership is worth monitoring primarily for renewal signals. A deal valued at over £20 million annually represents significant spending for a protocol whose token has been in a prolonged downturn.
The MUFC token on BNB Chain lacks official club backing, meaning its value proposition rests almost entirely on community sentiment and speculative trading. The club has no obligation to support its existence.
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Tezos (XTZ) has jumped 6.66% to $0.2514, trading above its 20-day and 50-day simple moving averages on strong intraday buying pressure, according to data tracked by Traders Union. The rally, however, runs into a wall of long-term resistance, with the token still well below its 200-day moving average.
Short-Term Indicators Flash Bullish While Long-Term Trend Resists XTZ’s MACD and ADX both signal ongoing bullish momentum on the prevailing timeframe, and its RSI generates a buy signal, per TradingView chart data. The Ichimoku Kijun line provides immediate support at $0.24035. The Bulls Bears Power indicator also points to strong buyer dominance during the session.
Yet the Commodity Channel Index has moved into overbought territory, and both the Stochastic RSI and Awesome Oscillator return neutral readings. That divergence between short-term strength and medium-term caution suggests the rally may face headwinds. Elevated volatility, a recurring feature in XTZ’s recent sessions, adds to the uncertain setup.
An Analyst Sees Limited Upside Without A Long-Term Breakout Anton Kharitonov, an analyst at Traders Union, noted that Tezos is holding above its 20-day and 50-day moving averages with mixed technical signals. “I remain defensive here,” Kharitonov wrote in his analysis. “Until XTZ/USD overcomes its long-term resistance, the upside looks limited.”
Kharitonov expects sideways movement unless key support or resistance levels are breached. His projected two-to-three-day trading range spans $0.2156 to $0.2574, with a 67% probability assigned to a downward move and only 33% to an upside breakout.
Analysis: A Pattern of Spikes and Reversals The 6.66% gain follows a string of sharp single-day moves in both directions. Tezos surged 10.02% in a prior session before facing heavy selling pressure, and reports of Manchester United sponsorship talks pushed XTZ 7.2% higher earlier this week. Each rally has so far been met with swift retracements, creating a choppy range rather than a sustained uptrend.
That pattern is consistent with low-capitalization tokens caught between speculative catalysts and thin liquidity. Until trading volume deepens or a fundamental catalyst shifts the 200-day moving average, these percentage moves are more noise than signal for longer-term positioning.
Manchester United Link Adds A Speculative Layer Tezos has drawn attention after reports linked it to a potential sponsorship arrangement with Manchester United, contributing to this week’s 7.2% spike.
No formal deal has been confirmed, and the previous session’s selling pressure suggests traders are treating the headline as a short-term catalyst rather than a structural shift. A confirmed partnership could alter that calculus if it brings sustained visibility and transaction volume to the network.
What’s Next? Near-term direction depends on whether XTZ can hold the $0.2156 support floor identified in Traders Union’s projected range. A confirmed break above $0.2574 would signal a potential shift in the short-term trend, while a move below support could accelerate selling toward levels not seen since earlier this quarter.
Resolution of the Manchester United sponsorship reports could also serve as the next meaningful catalyst for the token.
VeWorld is VeChain's 'Super-App' - our self-custody wallet and gateway into the VeChain and VeBetter ecosystems. Developed and maintained by an expert in-house team, VeWorld allows you to manage digital assets while connecting to a world of dApps and experiences.
With over 4 million downloads to date and a continuous stream of updates, VeWorld is the premier wallet for VeChain users – and we’ve some major updates planned for it in the coming months that we're excited to unveil.
Whether you're an OG or just getting started exploring VeChain's ecosystem, this guide will help you unlock VeWorld's full potential.
Getting Started1. Download and InstallationGetting VeWorld is simple and secure. The wallet is available across multiple platforms:
Mobile Apps: Download from the App Store for iOS or Google Play for Android
Browser Extension: Available on the Chrome Web Store for desktop users
Official Website: Visit veworld.com for direct download links
VeWorld supports all major browsers and mobile devices, ensuring you can access your assets from anywhere.
2. Create Your AccountVeWorld is built as a complete self-custody solution, empowering users by generating private keys locally. This means you maintain complete control over your assets with no middlemen involved.
When setting up VeWorld, you can:
Create a new wallet with a secure mnemonic phrase
Import existing wallets using your seed phrase, private key, or keystore
Connect a Ledger hardware wallet for maximum security
3. Adding Funds to Your WalletVeWorld offers multiple ways to fund your wallet, making it accessible for both crypto newcomers and experienced users.
From Cryptocurrency Exchanges
To transfer funds from an exchange:
Open VeWorld and navigate to your wallet
Find your VeChain address (it starts with "0x")
Copy this address to your exchange's withdrawal section
Send VET or other VeChain-based tokens to this address
Always double-check the address before confirming any transaction, as blockchain transfers are irreversible.
Direct Purchases with Transak, Coinbase
VeWorld has integrated on-ramp solutions, enabling users to purchase VET and VTHO directly from VeWorld. This integration supports multiple payment methods, including:
Credit and debit cards
Apple Pay (for iOS users)
Google Pay
Bank transfers
Fiat ramp integrations addresses previous limitations and cater to users who prefer convenient payment methods, such as Apple Pay. The process is streamlined and typically completes within one to two minutes.
4. Claim Your VET DomainOne of VeWorld's unique features is native support for VET domains, which replace complex wallet addresses with easy-to-remember names. Instead of sharing a long string of characters, you can use a personalized domain for receiving payments.
When you create a new address, you will be prompted to ‘claim your username'. Clicking on the button will take you through the process, which only takes a few minutes.
The Discovery Tab: Your Super App GatewayVeWorld's Discovery tab demonstrates why VeWorld itself is a true super app – providing seamless access to an entire ecosystem of applications from a single, unified interface.
VeBetter X-To-Earn Applications
VeBetter is a Web3 platform of apps that turn positive actions into rewards. Through the Discovery tab, you can access sustainability-focused applications that reward you with B3TR tokens for activities like:
Using electric vehicles (Evearn)
Choosing sustainable food options (GreenCart)
Reducing single-use cups (Mugshot)
Participating in environmental cleanups (Cleanify)
Exercising and staying healthy (Build Your Body)
and many more!
VeWorld's simplistic interface makes accessing VeBetter applications effortless, letting you bring VeChain in to your daily life, and earn rewards for things you can do everyday.
VeBetter, to date, has amassed over 4 million users, and seen 30 million tokenized actions recorded on-chain, speaking to rapid growth powering our flagship X-2-Earn ecosystem.
Download VeWorld and head to VeBetter to discover apps you and your friends can enjoy daily!
Digital AssetsVeWorld's intuitive interface puts complete asset control at your fingertips.
The main dashboard provides an overview of VET and VTHO balances, accompanied by real-time fiat values as well as other VeChain tokens from dApps and projects within the ecosystem. NFTs are displayed through a dedicated NFT tab that lets you experience your collection from one viewing point.
Users can customize your experience with USD or EUR display options, toggle between dark and light themes, and manage multiple wallets seamlessly within the same interface. The platform's flexibility extends to custom token support, making it simple to add contracts for tokens created on VeChain's VORJ platform, or other vectors.
DeFi and NFT ApplicationsVeWorld's Discovery tab also opens the door to VeChain's expanding DeFi and NFT ecosystem. Connect securely to decentralized exchanges, lending protocols, NFT marketplaces, and emerging Web3 applications – all through VeWorld's integrated dApp browser that prioritizes both security and seamless user experience.
StarGate Portal: Direct Access to VeChain's Staking RevolutionStarGate is VeChain's new NFT-based staking platform, allowing users to stake VET, mint Delegator NFTs, and earn VTHO rewards. New node tiers have been introduced following the update, adding tiers requiring collateral starting from 10,000 $VET tokens.
Stake VET for Enhanced Rewards: Take advantage of new Node tiers designed for broader ecosystem participation, with projected staking rewards that could increase from 1-2.5% to as high as 9.1% under the new system.
Mint Delegator NFTs: Receive unique NFTs that represent your staked collateral and provide access to VTHO rewards, governance rights, and ecosystem privileges.
Migrate Legacy Nodes: Seamlessly transition existing X-Nodes or Economic Nodes to the new StarGate system while maintaining your tier benefits.
Participate in Governance: Use your staking position to influence protocol decisions and shape VeChain's future development.
Access Exclusive Benefits: Enjoy VeBetter privileges, Discord roles, and other ecosystem integrations exclusive to StarGate participants.
StarGate is backed by a ~$15 million bonus pool over six months to incentivize early adopters, so, head to stargate.vechain.org and get started!
Learn more about StarGate: https://x.com/vechainofficial/status/1940036338310422953
Download VeWorld and Get StartedVeWorld delivers everything you expect from a great crypto wallet: secure self-custody, seamless digital asset management, a world of rewarding apps, and staking. You can even pay for transactions in B3TR or VET tokens, following a recent update, so you'll never struggle to send transactions.
VeWorld's 'Super app' role has helped transform VeChain's ecosystem in to an active, engaged ecosystem, bringing together teams, builders and communities across the world through VeBetter.
Join millions earning sustainability rewards, participating in NFT-powered staking, and contributing to the improvement of the ecosystem at-large - al through VeWorld.
Whether you're porting a Solidity project from Ethereum, spinning up your first blockchain application, or architecting enterprise-grade infrastructure, VeChainThor gives you battle-tested foundations that have been running at scale since 2018 — with 100% uptime, over 530 million transactions processed, and more than 300 enterprise applications deployed.
This guide is your orientation. It covers where everything lives, the core concepts you'll use on day one, the tooling that will accelerate your workflow, and the best practices that separate a working prototype from a production-ready application.
Who This Guide Is ForThis resource is designed for Web2 and Web3 engineers, solution partners, hackathon teams, and technical product managers. Whether you're an experienced VeChain developer or exploring this EVM-compatible blockchain for the first time, you'll find familiar Solidity patterns alongside VeChain-specific capabilities that solve real problems Ethereum can't. If you're new to blockchain development entirely, VeChain's tooling is specifically designed to flatten that learning curve.
1. Orientation: Where Everything LivesBefore writing a single line of code, get familiar with the landscape. VeChain's developer ecosystem is organised around a central documentation hub with purpose-built tools branching from it.
The Developer Resources HubYour starting point is docs.vechain.org/developer-resources. This is the single source of truth for concepts, how-to guides, SDK references, and example dApps. It's structured around the tasks you'll actually perform: reading data, writing data, deploying contracts, and connecting front-ends.
From here, you'll find direct paths to:
· Core concepts — transactions, accounts, blocks, and the two-token model
· How to build — step-by-step guides for reading and writing on-chain data
· SDKs and providers — the VeChain SDK, Thor Client, and integration patterns
· Frameworks and IDEs — Hardhat plugin, Remix integration, and development environments
2. Core Concepts You'll Use on Day OneVeChainThor is EVM-compatible, but it was never a copy-paste of Ethereum. The protocol made deliberate engineering decisions to solve problems Ethereum couldn't — particularly around transaction costs, enterprise scalability, and user onboarding. Understanding these differences early will save you significant debugging time later.
The Two-Token Model: VET and VTHOUnlike single-token blockchains where gas costs fluctuate with market speculation, VeChainThor separates value transfer from transaction execution.
VET is the native token — used for value transfer, staking, and governance. VTHO (VeThor) is the gas token — consumed when executing transactions and smart contract calls. VTHO is generated by holding VET and, following the Renaissance upgrades, is distributed to node holders who stake via the StarGate platform.
This separation is a deliberate design choice. It decouples application costs from token market volatility, giving developers and enterprises predictable, stable transaction pricing. For builders coming from Ethereum, think of it this way: your users' transaction costs don't spike because of an NFT mint happening elsewhere on the network.
EVM Compatibility: What Works, What DiffersVeChainThor runs a fully compatible EVM, meaning your Solidity contracts deploy and execute as expected. The Galactica upgrade (Phase 1 of the Renaissance roadmap, live on mainnet) brought Shanghai EVM alignment and EIP-1559-inspired dynamic fee mechanics.
Where things diverge is at the interface layer. VeChainThor was originally built around Thor's RESTful APIrather than Ethereum's JSON-RPC standard. This matters when you're choosing how to interact with the chain.
Thor REST API — The native interface. Offers full access to VeChainThor-specific features including multi-clause transactions, fee delegation, and block subscription. Use this when you need the complete feature set.
JSON-RPC via SDK RPC Proxy — A compatibility bridge (@vechain/sdk-rpc-proxy) that translates Ethereum JSON-RPC calls into Thor REST calls. This lets you use familiar tools like Remix, MetaMask, and standard ethers.js providers with VeChainThor. Use this when porting existing Ethereum tooling or when your team is most comfortable with the JSON-RPC interface.
How to choose: If you're building a VeChain-native application and want access to features like multi-clause transactions, start with the Thor REST API via the SDK's ThorClient. If you're migrating an existing Ethereum project or want the fastest path to a working prototype using familiar tooling, use the RPC Proxy. Both are production-ready.
A key nuance to be aware of: eth_getTransactionCount via the RPC Proxy returns a random value rather than the actual transaction count. This is a known divergence from Ethereum behaviour — consult the RPC Methods Detailed Breakdown for the full list of method-level differences.
Multi-Clause Transactions: Do More with LessThis is one of VeChainThor's most powerful features and one that has no direct equivalent on Ethereum. A single transaction can contain multiple clauses — each clause being an independent operation (a token transfer, a contract call, a deployment) bundled into one atomic transaction.
Why this matters in practice:
· Batch operations — transfer tokens to 50 addresses in a single transaction
· Atomic workflows — approve a token and execute a swap in one transaction, with guaranteed atomicity
· Gas efficiency — one base fee covers multiple operations, reducing total cost versus sending individual transactions
The base transaction fee is 5,000 gas, with each additional clause costing 16,000 gas. This is substantially cheaper than submitting each operation as a separate transaction on Ethereum.
VIP-191 Fee Delegation: Remove the Gas BarrierIf there's one feature that makes VeChainThor uniquely suited to consumer-facing applications, it's fee delegation. VIP-191 (the Designated Gas Payer protocol) allows a third party — typically the application developer or a sponsor — to pay the VTHO gas fees on behalf of end users.
This means your users never need to hold cryptocurrency to interact with your application. They don't need to understand gas. They don't need to acquire tokens before they can start using what you've built. The blockchain becomes invisible infrastructure — exactly as it should be for mainstream adoption.
How it works: VIP-191 uses a co-signature model. The user signs the transaction as normal. A designated gas payer then co-signs, agreeing to cover the fees. Both signatures are included in the transaction, and the protocol deducts VTHO from the gas payer's balance instead of the user's.
Practical implementation patterns:
· Backend delegation service — Deploy a web service that receives unsigned transactions, validates them against your business rules, and returns co-signed transactions with gas covered. This is the most common production pattern, specified in VIP-201.
· Event-based sponsorship — Cover gas for specific actions (first 100 transactions for new users, promotional campaigns, onboarding flows)
· Enterprise sponsorship — Businesses sponsor all transaction fees for their application users, making the blockchain layer entirely invisible
The VeChain Docs provide a three-part integration tutorial that walks through the full implementation. The VeChain Kit documentation also covers fee delegation patterns for modern dApp architectures.
3. Tooling & SDKsVeChain's tooling has been consolidated around the official VeChain SDK — a unified development experience that replaces the earlier fragmented ecosystem of standalone packages. Here's what to use and when.
VeChain SDK (@vechain/sdk-*)The VeChain SDK is the primary development toolkit. It's a TypeScript monorepo containing everything you need for end-to-end blockchain development.
Thor REST → JSON-RPC bridge for Ethereum tool compatibility
@vechain/sdk-hardhat-plugin
Hardhat integration for Solidity workflows
The SDK's ThorClient is your primary interface for direct blockchain interaction — querying accounts, reading transactions, simulating contract calls, and estimating gas. Refer to the Thor Client documentation for the full API surface.
Hardhat PluginIf Hardhat is your preferred development environment (and for most Solidity developers, it is), the @vechain/sdk-hardhat-plugin gives you seamless integration. Compile, test, and deploy contracts to VeChainThor using the same workflows you'd use for Ethereum — with access to VeChain-specific features underneath.
The plugin bridges Hardhat's standard Ethereum tooling with VeChainThor's unique capabilities. Configure your hardhat.config.js with VeChain network settings, and your existing Solidity workflow largely stays the same.
Getting started:
bash
npm install @vechain/sdk-hardhat-plugin
The SDK repository includes a complete Hardhat example application under the ./apps directory.
Connex: Browser-Based dApp InterfaceConnex is the standard interface for connecting browser-based dApps with VeChainThor and user wallets. If you're building a front-end that needs to interact with the blockchain through the user's wallet (VeWorld, Sync2), Connex is the bridge.
Connex provides APIs for:
· Reading blockchain state (accounts, blocks, transactions)
· Subscribing to new blocks via connex.thor.ticker
· Interacting with smart contracts through connex.thor.account
· Requesting transaction signatures from the user's wallet
For modern dApp development, the VeChain DApp Kit (vechain-dapp-kit) provides a higher-level TypeScript library that facilitates wallet interaction with VeWorld and Sync2, handling connection management and transaction signing with a cleaner developer experience.
Using ethers.js with VeChainIf your team is deeply invested in the ethers.js ecosystem, you can interact with VeChainThor through the SDK RPC Proxy. Start the proxy pointed at a VeChainThor node, and use standard ethers.js providers against the proxy endpoint. This is particularly useful when migrating existing Ethereum front-ends.
Note that VeChainThor's chain IDs differ from Ethereum: Mainnet is 100009 and Testnet is 100010. Configure your providers accordingly.
4. Networks, Explorer & FaucetNetworksNetwork
Purpose
Node Endpoint
Mainnet
Production deployment
https://mainnet.vechain.org
Testnet
Development and testing
https://testnet.vechain.org
Solo
Local development node
localhost (via Docker)
The testnet mirrors mainnet functionality and is the recommended environment for all development and integration testing. Testnet assets carry no monetary value — experiment freely.
Testnet FaucetNeed testnet VET and VTHO? The VeChain Testnet Faucet provides free tokens for development. If you have testnet VET and need to convert some to VTHO, use the Energy Station.
ExplorerThe VeChain Explorer (available for both mainnet and testnet) lets you verify transactions, inspect contract deployments, view account balances, and trace execution. Use it to validate your deployments and debug transaction failures.
Insight, VeChain's serverless explorer, offers an additional lightweight option for exploring blocks, transactions, and accounts.
5. Ship Without Code: VORJNot every project needs to start with a Solidity compiler. VORJ is VeChain's no-code Web3-as-a-Service platform — a click-configure-deploy interface for creating and managing smart contracts without writing code.
What VORJ offers:· Token creation — Deploy ERC-20 fungible tokens and ERC-721 NFT contracts through a guided interface
· OpenZeppelin foundations — All contracts are built on audited, EVM-compatible OpenZeppelin standards
· Zero transaction fees — VORJ handles gas costs during contract deployment
· Management APIs — Interact with your deployed contracts programmatically via VORJ's API layer
· Additional tooling — Blockchain data APIs, NFT APIs, contract push notifications, and a transaction executor
VORJ is particularly valuable for prototyping, hackathons, and scenarios where a technical PM or business stakeholder needs to validate a concept before committing engineering resources. It's also useful for non-technical teams within enterprises who need to deploy standard token contracts as part of a broader VeChain integration.
Important note: Contracts deployed through VORJ are owned by the VORJ deployment wallet by default. Transfer ownership to your own wallet for production use.
Explore the VORJ documentation and the VeChain Docs VORJ section to get started.
6. Best Practices & Production ConsiderationsBuilding on VeChainThor rewards careful attention to a few areas where the protocol's design differs from what Ethereum developers may expect. Whether you're handling smart contract deployment on VeChainThor for the first time or scaling an existing application, these patterns will keep you out of trouble.
Gas Estimation for Multi-Clause TransactionsStandard Ethereum eth_estimateGas calls will produce inaccurate results for multi-clause transactions — this is a VeChainThor-specific feature with no Ethereum equivalent. Use the SDK's native gas estimation instead:
The gasPadding option adds a safety margin to your estimate. This is particularly important for contract interactions where execution paths may vary. VM gas cannot be calculated offline — simulation against a node is required.
Gas cost breakdown for multi-clause transactions:
· Base transaction fee: 5,000 gas
· Per clause: 16,000 gas
· Per zero byte of data: 4 gas
· Per non-zero byte of data: 68 gas
· Plus VM execution gas per clause (requires simulation)
Error Handling in Multi-Clause TransactionsWhen a multi-clause transaction fails, identify which clause caused the failure. The transaction receipt includes per-clause execution results — inspect these individually rather than treating the transaction as a monolithic operation. A common mistake is assuming that if the transaction was mined, all clauses succeeded. Check each clause's output and revert status.
Fee Delegation Edge CasesWhen implementing VIP-191 fee delegation, ensure your gas payer service validates transactions before co-signing. Without validation, a malicious user could drain your gas payer's VTHO balance by submitting expensive transactions. Common safeguards include:
· Whitelisting contract addresses that the gas payer will sponsor
· Setting per-user transaction rate limits
· Capping the maximum gas per sponsored transaction
· Validating transaction clauses against expected patterns
If the gas payer's VTHO balance is insufficient at execution time, the transaction will fail — not partially execute. Build monitoring around your gas payer's balance.
Preparing for Renaissance: Migration ConsiderationsThe Renaissance roadmap is actively expanding VeChainThor's compatibility surface. As the Interstellarphase (expected 2026) brings full JSON-RPC support and EVM Cancun alignment, developers should be aware of the transition path:
· Galactica (live) introduced Shanghai EVM alignment and dynamic fees via EIP-1559 mechanics. If you're deploying contracts today, you're already building on this foundation.
· Hayabusa (late 2025) brings the Delegated Proof-of-Stake consensus migration and tokenomics changes. Existing contracts are unaffected, but applications that interact with staking or node infrastructure should monitor for API changes.
· Interstellar (2026) will deliver full JSON-RPC compatibility, meaning the RPC Proxy will eventually become a native protocol feature rather than a translation layer. Applications currently using the RPC Proxy will benefit from improved performance and broader method support.
If you're starting a new project today, building against the SDK's ThorClient gives you the most future-proof foundation. If you're using the RPC Proxy for Ethereum compatibility, your integration path only gets smoother from here.
SpecificationsWhat to Do NextThe fastest path from reading to building:
1. Install the Hardhat plugin and VeChain SDK — npm install @vechain/sdk-hardhat-plugin — and configure your hardhat.config.js for the VeChainThor testnet.
2. Grab testnet tokens from the faucet to fund your development wallet.
3. Deploy a test contract — use one of the example projects from the SDK repository as your starting point.
4. Verify on the Explorer — confirm your deployment at explore-testnet.vechain.org.
Once your contract is live on testnet, the next step is adding VIP-191 fee delegation — so your users never see a gas prompt — and wiring it to a front-end via Connex or the VeChain DApp Kit. We'll cover that end-to-end workflow in the follow-up guide.
VeChain has been building for utility since 2015 — proven infrastructure, real applications, and a growing ecosystem of developers shipping products that people actually use. The tools are ready. Start building.
