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IonQ Reveals Quantum Computer Power Needed to Attack Bitcoin
IonQ has revealed that a quantum computer with around 20,000 qubits could break Bitcoin's secp256k1 cryptography in 26 days, while also announcing a $8.18 million contract for quantum data protection.
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Robinhood Acquires Stake in Crypto.com to Enhance Prediction Markets
Robinhood has secured equity stakes in Crypto.com and OG.com, enhancing its prediction markets platform through a multi-year partnership.
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Bitmine Acquires $70 Million in Ethereum, Total Holdings Reach 5.93 Million ETH
Bitmine acquires 28,086 Ethereum tokens, increasing its holdings to 5.93 million ETH, valued at $70 million, as it approaches a 5% stake in the cryptocurrency.
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Strategy Misses Bitcoin Purchase, BitMine Nears 5% ETH Target
Strategy refrained from trading bitcoin while BitMine approaches its ETH target.
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Quantinuum Secures $100 Million from the U.S. for Quantum Computers
Quantinuum has secured $100 million from the U.S. government to enhance the development of ion trap-based quantum computers.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto
Strategy Halts Bitcoin Purchases After One-Week Resurgence
Strategy has paused Bitcoin purchases after a brief resurgence, opting instead to buy back its preferred stock, while increasing its repurchase program limit to $2 billion.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
Major Trading Activity in Crypto Markets This Week
This week's trading activity in the crypto market saw significant volume, marking the largest since the Trump era, alongside notable developments in Bitcoin and meme coins.
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Nobel Laureate Warns of Existential Threats from AI
Jeffrey Hinton warns that advanced AI systems may pose existential risks, urging caution in their development until safety is ensured.
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Arm Unites 80 Companies to Establish a Common Robotics Capability Standard
Arm has launched a new Robotics Capability Framework, uniting over 80 companies to standardize robotic capabilities and accelerate physical AI development.
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Google Launches WeatherNext 3 AI Model for Energy Sector
Google has unveiled its WeatherNext 3 AI model, designed for the energy sector with enhanced forecasting capabilities and accuracy.
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Fujitsu Unveils Prototype Quantum Computer Using Diamond Qubits
Fujitsu has introduced a prototype quantum computer using diamond qubits, aiming for scalability and multi-module versions by 2027.
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Hunter Biden Launches LAPTOP: A New Meme Coin Aimed at TRUMP Investors
Hunter Biden announces the launch of LAPTOP, a meme coin aimed at investors from Donald Trump's TRUMP coin, set to debut on September 9, 2026.
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