Coinbase Expands Crypto-Backed Loans in UK, XRP Ledger Prepares for Quantum Future
Coinbase Expands Crypto-Backed Loans in UK, XRP Ledger Prepares for Quantum Future
Coinbase has expanded its financial services to the UK by launching crypto-backed USDC loans, utilizing Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) as collateral. This move signifies a growing suite of offerings for UK residents.
Meanwhile, Ripple has announced an ambitious multi-phase roadmap to ensure the XRP Ledger (XRPL) is quantum-ready by 2028. This proactive measure aims to safeguard the blockchain against potential future threats posed by advancements in quantum computing, addressing long-term security concerns for users and high-value accounts.
Coinbase Launches Crypto-Backed USDC Loans For UK Users In Latest Expansion
Building on its US success, crypto exchange Coinbase has rolled out crypto-backed USDC loans for UK residents, using Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) as collateral. This expands the exchange’s growing suite of financial services in the region.
Ripple Unveils Multi-Phase Plan To Make The XRP Ledger Quantum-Ready By 2028
Ripple has unveiled a multi-phase roadmap to prepare the XRP Ledger (XRPL) for a post-quantum future, aiming to achieve full readiness by 2028. The announcement comes as advances in quantum computing raise concerns that the cryptography used by many blockchains today could eventually be undermined—potentially putting long-term users and high-value accounts at risk.