Block launches Loupe, free AI vulnerability scanner for Bitcoin projects

Block’s Spiral launched Loupe, a free AI-powered vulnerability scanner for open-source Bitcoin projects (May 15, 2026). By offering continuous, domain-specific security checks at no cost, Loupe aims to raise the baseline security of small wallet and library teams that lack resources for manual audits. That should reduce systemic risk from cascading vulnerabilities, encourage broader developer participation, and strengthen confidence in Bitcoin infrastructure. Market impact is indirect but positive: improved security and faster development could lower protocol risk and support adoption, which is constructive for BTC demand and ecosystem resilience.