Algorand Foundation sets post-quantum security roadmap
The Algorand Foundation has outlined a post-quantum security roadmap aimed at moving the protocol toward broad quantum resilience before the end of 2027. The plan covers user wallets, developer tooling and deeper protocol mechanisms rather than a single isolated upgrade.
Algorand Berlin Hackathon Showcases Practical Agentic Commerce Applications
The move from theoretical AI agents to operational automated commerce took a practical step forward in Berlin, where developers showcased payment-enabled agent tools during a 36-hour build sprint. The Agentic Commerce x402 Hackathon took place June 6 and 7, 2026, at 42 Berlin and focused on real-world transaction capabilities using Algorand.
Algorand Foundation trims workforce by 25%, reallocates resources amid regulatory clarity
The Algorand Foundation is reducing its workforce by roughly 25% as it reshapes its operating model around long-term protocol priorities. The layoffs mark a deliberate effort to narrow spending and concentrate resources on the parts of the network the foundation considers most critical to Algorand’s future.