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Ray Dalio Warns of AI Bubble Echoing 1929 and 2000 Crashes
Ray Dalio warns that the current AI market bubble resembles those of 1929 and 2000, highlighting risks tied to investor behavior and economic conditions.
Mercation Admin2 min - News
BlackRock Tokenizes $311 Billion in European Money Market Funds with JP Morgan's Kinexys
BlackRock has launched tokenized share classes for European money market funds totaling $311 billion, marking its first on-chain access in Europe.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
Calm Prevails in Bitcoin Market Despite Various Challenges
Despite significant challenges in the crypto market, including a recent hack and weak institutional demand, the bitcoin market remains surprisingly calm.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
Bitcoin Steady at $63,600 Amid US-Japan Yen Intervention
Bitcoin holds steady at $63,600 as the US and Japan intervene to support the yen, raising concerns over leveraged trades in global markets.
Mercation Admin1 min - News
Ex-FBI Agent Accused of Embezzling Nearly $1 Million in Cryptocurrency
A former FBI agent has been charged with stealing nearly $1 million in cryptocurrency and sought investment advice from ChatGPT.
Mercation Admin2 min - News
BlackRock Introduces Tokenized Money Market Funds on Solana and Ethereum
BlackRock has launched a tokenized money market fund for stablecoin reserves, utilizing Solana, Ethereum, and Tempo for ownership records.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
Crypto Privacy Solutions Offer Vital Safeguards, Says Report
A new report highlights the crucial protective roles of crypto privacy tools, asserting that compliance and privacy can coexist without conflict.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
U.S.-Japan Forex Intervention Sparks Yen Carry Trade Concerns for Bitcoin
The U.S. and Japan's coordinated forex intervention has sparked concerns about its impact on Bitcoin, with analysts suggesting U.S. dollar strength is a more significant risk.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
Bitmine Expands Ether Holdings and Stock Buyback Efforts
Bitmine Immersion has increased its ether holdings and stock buyback, reflecting confidence in crypto fundamentals, according to Chairman Tom Lee.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
Bitcoin Futures Yield Plummets: Now Lower Than Treasury Notes
Bitcoin futures have seen a drastic drop in yields, now underperforming compared to U.S. Treasury notes, indicating a shift in market dynamics.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
Bitcoin Dips Below $63,000 Amid Coldcard Exploit, Despite Iran Deal Optimism
Bitcoin fell below $63,000 amid a significant Coldcard exploit, despite positive developments in U.S.-Iran negotiations that typically support market sentiment.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
Bitcoin Maintains July Gains Amidst Market Challenges
Bitcoin is set to conclude July with a 7.5% gain despite market challenges, leading analysts to highlight its resilience amidst rising rate hike fears.
Mercation Admin4 min