TRON Targets First Quantum-Resistant Network as Stablecoin Throughput Hits $161 Billion Weekly
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TRON is accelerating its transition to post-quantum cryptography, with @justinsuntron emphasizing the aim to become "the first quantum-resistant blockchain network" (Aug 8, 11:14 UTC). The Nile Testnet now supports quantum-resistant signatures across transaction signing, block production, P2P handshakes, and smart contract verification using NIST-standardized algorithms including ML DSA-44, per @trondao (Aug 8, 02:17 UTC). This implementation positions TRON ahead of broader quantum computing deployment timelines.
Stablecoin transfer activity on TRON reached $161 billion in the seven days ending August 6, according to @TRONSCAN_ORG (Aug 8, 13:00 UTC), underscoring the network's role as a major settlement rail for USDT, USDD, TUSD, and USDC transfers. Corporate treasury growth continued as @TRON_INC acquired 151,792 TRX at an average price of $0.3294, raising total holdings to more than 708.8 million TRX (Aug 8, 02:25 UTC).