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Luke Dashjr Dismissed as BIP Editor Following BIP-110 Fork Issues
Luke Dashjr has been removed from his role as a BIP editor after the BIP-110 fork stalled, citing conflicts of interest and lack of contributions.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
Ravencoin Token Plummets 19% Amid Blockchain Reorganization Risk
Ravencoin's token has seen a 19% decline following a consensus vulnerability, prompting exchanges to halt RVN transactions until network stability is restored.
Mercation Admin1 min - News
The Pokémon Card Market Surges to Billions, Crypto Seeks to Innovate Trading
The Pokémon card market has surged to an estimated $10-$15 billion, prompting blockchain startups to innovate trading methods despite liquidity challenges.
Mercation Admin10 min - Crypto
BlackRock Observes Shift in Bitcoin Investor Sentiment
BlackRock's Robert Mitchnik discusses a recent shift in Bitcoin investor sentiment and its divergence from stock market trends, highlighting increased accumulation by large holders.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
Morning Minute: Saylor's Strategy Continues Bitcoin Sales
Michael Saylor's Strategy sold Bitcoin for the third consecutive week, bolstering its cash reserves while navigating losses from its earlier investments.
Mercation Admin4 min - News
North Korea Turns to Crime Networks for Laundering Stolen Crypto: RUSI
A RUSI report reveals North Korea has stolen $2.8 billion in crypto, increasingly using crime networks for laundering, complicating tracking efforts.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
MoneyGram Enhances Crypto-to-Cash Services on Solana
MoneyGram is expanding its cash-to-crypto service to the Solana blockchain, enabling seamless conversions between digital assets and local currencies.
Mercation Admin4 min - News
Suno Implements Download Limits Amid Legal Challenges
Suno will implement strict download limits for its music generator starting September 2026, amid ongoing legal battles with major music labels.
Mercation Admin2 min - News
AUSTRAC Halts Cryptolink Operations, Shutting Down 96 ATMs
AUSTRAC has suspended Cryptolink for three months, shutting down 96 ATMs due to compliance failures.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
Ravencoin Faces Potential Rollback of Transactions Due to Block Flaw
Ravencoin may reverse transactions from the past four days due to a significant block flaw exploited by attackers, affecting users and exchanges alike.
Mercation Admin4 min - News
Russian Banks Intensify Scrutiny of USDT Transactions Amid Regulatory Changes
Russian banks are intensifying scrutiny of USDT transactions, requiring explanations from clients amid impending regulatory changes.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
Coinbase Chooses Abu Dhabi for Global Tokenization Initiative
Coinbase has launched a tokenization hub in Abu Dhabi after securing regulatory approval, enhancing its international operations and aligning with the emirate's finance initiatives.
Mercation Admin3 min