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XRP Holds Steady Around $1.32 Amidst Failed Breakout and Tightening Trading Range
XRP is currently trading around $1.32 after failing to break out past $1.36, remaining within a narrowing range that traders are closely monitoring.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
$8.2 Million in Bitcoin Permanently Lost—What Happened?
Over $8 million in Bitcoin was permanently destroyed as five addresses sent 107 BTC to a burn address, leading to widespread speculation and theories on social media.
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Cybercriminals Exploit GTA 6 Hype, Warns NordVPN
Cybercriminals are exploiting the excitement for GTA 6 by deploying phishing scams and malware, warns NordVPN.
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Spain Halts Kalshi and Polymarket Over Potential Gambling Violations
Spain has blocked prediction market platforms Kalshi and Polymarket amid investigations into potential gambling law violations, joining other countries in similar actions.
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UK Imposes Sanctions on Justin Sun's HTX and Other Crypto Entities Over Alleged Russian Connections
The UK has sanctioned HTX and other crypto firms for alleged links to Russian sanctions evasion, impacting their financial operations significantly.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
UK Imposes Sanctions on Huobi and Ruble Stablecoin Issuer Targeting Russian Crypto Networks
The UK has sanctioned 18 entities, including crypto exchange Huobi, for aiding Russia's financial operations amid the Ukraine conflict.
Mercation Admin3 min - News
Indonesia Blocks Access to Polymarket Over Gambling Violations
Indonesia has blocked Polymarket for violating local gambling laws, citing the platform's betting on uncertain outcomes, including the early departure of President Prabowo Subianto.
Mercation Admin2 min - News
Crypto Tax Reform Is Essential for Clarity Act Adoption
The Clarity Act is poised to reshape U.S. crypto regulation, but without tax reform, adoption may falter, warns Robin Singh.
Mercation Admin5 min - News
China Enforces Travel Restrictions on AI Professionals at Private Companies
China now requires some AI professionals at private firms to get approval before traveling abroad, tightening state control over a vital technology sector.
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Crypto Sector Challenges Senator Warren's Allegations on Bank Charter Approvals
The crypto industry is contesting Senator Warren's claims that recent bank charter approvals for firms like Coinbase and Ripple are illegal, citing Congressional support for such actions.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
OKX Launches Trading Tournament with $1 Million Prize Pool and Formula 1 Tickets
OKX has launched a trading tournament with a $1 million prize pool and Formula 1 tickets for top traders. Registration is open until June 28, 2026.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto
Trader Turns $341 Investment in World Cup Meme Coin into 14,000% Profit
A trader turned a $341 investment in a World Cup meme coin into $157,600, achieving 14,000% gains amid the token's dramatic rise in value.
Mercation Admin3 min