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Standard Chartered Predicts Aave Token Could Surge 50x by 2030
Standard Chartered predicts Aave's token could rise 50x to $3,500 by 2030, citing recovery from a liquidity crisis and growth in DeFi assets.
Mercation Admin3 min - News
Kalshi Takes Legal Action Against Illinois Over New Tax on Sports Prediction Markets
Kalshi has filed a lawsuit against Illinois over a newly imposed 15% tax on sports-related prediction market revenue, claiming the state lacks authority for such taxation.
Mercation Admin2 min - Stocks
Wendy's Gains Traction Among Meme Stock Investors
Meme stock traders are rallying around Wendy's, causing shares to spike over 25% amid calls to "save" the fast-food chain.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
Bitcoin Drop Affects Ethereum, XRP, and Dogecoin Amid Market Decline
Bitcoin's recent plunge to a 21-month low has negatively impacted Ethereum, XRP, and Dogecoin, as broader market trends weigh on cryptocurrency values.
Mercation Admin3 min - News
Nous Research Introduces Animated Pets for Hermes Agent
Nous Research has unveiled a new pet feature for Hermes Agent, providing users with over 3,200 animated mascots that react to the agent's activities without functional impact.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
Ethereum Foundation's Changes Spark Optimism Among Crypto Leaders
This week, the Ethereum Foundation faced significant changes, including layoffs and budget cuts, while some industry leaders remain optimistic about Ethereum's future.
Mercation Admin6 min - News
Kalshi aims for a $40 billion valuation, extending its edge over Polymarket
Kalshi is aiming for a valuation of $40 billion, which would nearly double its previous valuation, in a new funding round expected to close soon.
Mercation Admin3 min - News
Leaked Code Indicates Anthropic May Reintroduce Fable 5
Leaked information suggests that Anthropic's Fable 5 may return, included in subscription plans rather than as an additional cost.
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Physicist Questions Microsoft’s Quantum Computing Claims
Physicist Henry Legg challenges Microsoft's claims regarding its Majorana 2 quantum chip, asserting the company has not proven the existence of a topological qubit.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
'Stop Acquiring Bitcoin': Analyst Urges Focus on Cash as STRC Plummets
CryptoQuant's Julio Moreno advises Strategy to halt Bitcoin purchases and focus on cash reserves as STRC hits a record low amid rising dividend obligations.
Mercation Admin3 min - News
Binance Pulls MiCA License Application in Greece, EU Users Affected
Binance has retracted its MiCA license application in Greece, opting to seek approval in another EU country, leaving some users uncertain about the future.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
Binance Withdraws MiCA License Application in Greece
Binance has withdrawn its MiCA license application in Greece, planning to seek authorization in another EU country amid regulatory challenges.
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