Algorand and XRPL debate quantum readiness

Algorand (ALGO) Editor: Eugene Serbin

bitcoinethereumnews.com reports that XRPL validator Vet challenged Algorand's claims of being fully quantum-ready. Vet argues that while quantum-resistant accounts are significant, other key elements such as the consensus structure and cryptographic components across the network are equally vital. This debate highlights the ongoing scrutiny regarding quantum security standards for major blockchain networks. The discussion centers on whether current implementations meet the necessary criteria for future quantum threats.

How the market reacted

Whalio's own Binance spot order flow for ALGO, measured when this story was written up on 10 September 2026. Not the outlet's figures.

Price
$0.09890
Buy Ratio (1h)
37.9%
Buy Ratio (4h)
38.2%
Buy Ratio (24h)
49.2%
Volume Delta (1h)
-$21,076
Volume Delta (4h)
-$117,162
Volume Delta (24h)
-$50,251
CVD (24h close)
-$294,501
Hours of net buying
8 of 24
Spot Volume (24h)
$3,182,708
Trades (24h)
38,767

ALGO is trading at $0.09890 with a 24-hour buy ratio of 49.2%, indicating near-even selling pressure. The 1-hour buy ratio of 37.9% and 4-hour ratio of 38.2% show that recent buying interest has weakened compared to the daily average. Volume Delta is negative across all timeframes, with -$21,076 in the last hour and -$117,162 over four hours, signaling net outflows. CVD closed at -$294,501 over 24 hours, confirming that sellers have dominated the flow. Only 8 of the last 24 hours saw net buying, suggesting inconsistent support.

The latest daily buy ratio of 54.0% sits at the 90th percentile of the last 322 days, against a median of 49.9% - among the strongest buying days it has had.

Was that an ordinary day?

The same Binance spot measurements for ALGO, averaged over the days leading up to the story.

Buy Ratio (7d average)
50.9%
Latest day vs average
-1.7 pts
Volume vs average
1.24x
Days of net buying
3 of 7
Price change (8d)
+6.0%
Volume Delta (8d total)
+$151,962

The 24-hour buy ratio of 49.2% is slightly below the 7-day average of 50.9%, marking a 1.7-point drop. Volume was 1.24x the average, showing increased activity despite the shift in sentiment. Over the preceding 8 days, the price rose 6.0% with a total Volume Delta of +$151,962. This recent day shows less net buying than the weekly trend, with only 3 of 7 days recording net buying. The current session reflects a cooling of momentum compared to the broader weekly uptrend.

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