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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.
Mercation Admin6 min - News
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
Portnoy Commits to Holding Bitcoin Despite Market Timing Challenges
Dave Portnoy, founder of Barstool Sports, announced he will hold his bitcoin investment until it potentially hits zero, having bought it near $100,000.
Mercation Admin3 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.
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.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
Impact of MiCA on Russians and Strategy's Cash Crisis
This article explores the impact of MiCA regulations on Russian crypto users, Strategy's financial struggles, and recent developments in the crypto industry.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
Bitcoin May Require $1 Trillion for Next Surge
Bitcoin's upcoming parabolic growth may necessitate over $1 trillion in fresh capital, as current gains have diminished compared to previous cycles.
Mercation Admin4 min - News
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.
Mercation Admin4 min - News
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.
Mercation Admin8 min - News
U.S. Citizen Indicted in Israel for Alleged Espionage for Iran
A 21-year-old American has been indicted in Israel for espionage, marking the first case of its kind involving a U.S. citizen amid a broader crackdown on Iranian-linked spying.
Mercation Admin2 min