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Zcash Developers Approve NU7 Activation Block
Zcash's NU7 upgrade set for activation on November 5 will enhance efficiency by reducing block time and disabling older privacy features.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto
J.P. Morgan Projects 10% Annual Return for Bitcoin Amid High Volatility
J.P. Morgan projects a 10% annual return for Bitcoin over 10-15 years, but cites high volatility as a concern, leaving it out of main portfolio models.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto
Drift Exploit Wallet Transfers $61 Million in Ethereum to Tornado Cash
A wallet linked to the April Drift exploit transferred $61 million in Ethereum to Tornado Cash, with significant remaining funds still held by the exploiter.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
Zcash Rallies 8.5% as Bitcoin Surpasses $83,000
Zcash surged 8.5% to $1,215.85, leading a crypto market rebound as Bitcoin reclaimed $83,000 amidst positive sentiment and inflows from traditional investors.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto
FINMA Approves Switzerland's First Spot Bitcoin ETF for Retail Investors
FINMA has approved Switzerland's first spot Bitcoin ETF for retail investors, marking a significant step in the country's crypto landscape.
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Charles Hoskinson Develops New Programming Language for Cardano
Charles Hoskinson is developing a new programming language for Cardano to enhance transaction security and privacy.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto
Ethereum to Activate Glamsterdam Upgrade on Testnet
Ethereum will activate the Glamsterdam upgrade on its Hoodi testnet on October 26, increasing the gas limit to improve network efficiency.
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Hyperliquid Urges SEC to Clarify Airdrop Regulations
Hyperliquid's Policy Center has proposed amendments to SEC's crypto regulations, including airdrop exemptions and clearer trading rules.
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BlackRock Files for Bitcoin ETF with Downside Protection
BlackRock seeks SEC approval for a Bitcoin ETF that limits profits and offers some downside protection.
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Visa and Mesh to Enable Crypto Payments at 175 Million Retail Locations
Visa and Mesh team up to allow crypto payments at 175 million stores globally, simplifying transactions for users.
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XRP Ledger Enhances Lending Protocol Ahead of Launch
XRP Ledger is fixing its lending protocol with a new amendment before its launch, aiming to ensure a reliable system for uncollateralized loans.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto
Mastercard Introduces Fraud Prevention Tool for Stablecoin Payments
Mastercard has launched Stablecoin Security, a tool to detect fraud in stablecoin payments, enhancing transaction security for financial institutions.
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