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FOMC Minutes and SpaceX's Nasdaq 100 Inclusion: Upcoming Crypto Highlights
Key events in the cryptocurrency space and macroeconomic indicators to watch for the week starting July 6, including SpaceX's Nasdaq 100 inclusion.
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Bitcoin Hits $63,900 Before Pulling Back as New Week Starts
Bitcoin surged to $63,900 before declining as the week commenced, influenced by a weaker U.S. jobs report.
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Status of the Clarity Act Amid Congressional Recess
The Clarity Act's future remains uncertain as Congress enters summer recess, with key players still hopeful for its passage before the midterms.
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New Password-Stealing Malware Disguised as Mac Clipboard App
Jamf Threat Labs has identified a fake Maccy clipboard manager app that installs a password-stealing malware called PamStealer, targeting macOS users.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
The Role of Collateral in the Future of Stablecoins
Artem Tolkachev argues that collateral acceptance will be the true determinant of which stablecoins thrive, rather than yield rates, as the market approaches $50 billion.
Mercation Admin5 min - Crypto
Bitcoin Surges Past $63,000, Recovering June Losses
Bitcoin has surpassed $63,000, marking a recovery from losses at the end of June, while XRP leads the day with a significant gain.
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Perplexity AI Co-Founder Critiques AI Safety as Power Grab
Andy Konwinski, co-founder of Perplexity AI, argues that the AI safety narrative is being misused to centralize power rather than to protect against risks.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
Bitcoin's Disconnection from Record-High Stocks is Temporary
Analysts from Schwab and Hashdex believe Bitcoin's current disconnection from record-high stocks is temporary, driven by AI's influence on capital allocation.
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UK's New Crypto Regulations Aim to Enhance Global Trading Amid Compliance Challenges
The U.K. FCA's new crypto regulations aim to bolster global trading, though significant compliance challenges remain that could hinder their effectiveness.
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Claude Fable 5's Performance Controversy Explained
Claude Fable 5's return sparked debate over its performance, with contrasting evaluations highlighting a stricter safety classifier rather than a decline in model capability.
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Senator Gillibrand Proposes Ban on Meme Coins by Politicians
Senator Kirsten Gillibrand is advocating for a ban on politicians, including Donald Trump, from issuing meme coins following his substantial crypto earnings.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
Understanding Q-Day: The Quantum Challenge to Bitcoin
This article explores the implications of quantum computing on Bitcoin, detailing the potential risks and necessary adaptations to secure the leading blockchain against future threats.
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