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Trump Urges Congress to Approve 'Fair Version' of Clarity Act at Crypto Meeting
President Trump urged Congress to pass a 'fair version' of the Clarity Act during a White House meeting with crypto executives, emphasizing clearer regulations for the industry.
Mercation Admin3 min - Stocks
Crypto Stocks Surge as Strategy Climbs 12%, Coinbase Up 9%
Crypto stocks saw significant gains, with Strategy up 12% and Coinbase climbing 9%, as Bitcoin approaches $70,000 amid a market short squeeze.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
Maya Protocol Suspends Operations Following $1.7 Million Heist
Maya Protocol has suspended its operations after an attacker exploited six vulnerabilities to steal approximately $1.7 million in Bitcoin and other assets.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
SEC Unveils Initial Crypto Regulations
The SEC has introduced its first formal regulations for cryptocurrency, creating paths for token sales that do not require registration. Bitcoin and other major cryptos are trending positively.
Mercation Admin4 min - News
Crypto Ponzi Scheme Leader Extradited to the U.S. After Fleeing to Fiji
Edward Zimbardi, accused of running a $165M Ponzi scheme, has been deported from Fiji to face charges in the U.S. after evading authorities for over a year.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
Cypherpunk Unveils Largest Zcash Mining Operation Backed by Winklevoss
Cypherpunk Technologies has launched the largest Zcash mining fleet, backed by Winklevoss Capital, marking a new phase from accumulation to production.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
SEC Unveils New Regulations for the U.S. Crypto Market
The SEC has proposed new regulations for the U.S. crypto market, enhancing capital raising through tokens and introducing a safe harbor for certain digital assets.
Mercation Admin3 min - News
Pennsylvania Implements New Restrictions on AI Data Centers Amidst Rising Concerns
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro has enacted an executive order imposing new regulations on large AI data centers to address community concerns over environmental and utility costs.
Mercation Admin2 min - News
SEC Announces New Exemptions for Crypto Fundraising
The SEC has proposed new exemptions that will allow crypto projects to raise funds without full securities registration, marking a significant policy shift.
Mercation Admin2 min - News
AI Complicates Work for U.S. Congressional Lawyers
The U.S. House's legal counsel faces challenges due to AI-generated bills, leading to inaccuracies and delays, as lawmakers warn against over-reliance on technology.
Mercation Admin1 min - News
Chainalysis Challenges $94.6M ICE Contract Awarded to TRM Labs
Chainalysis is suing the U.S. government over a $94.6 million ICE contract awarded to TRM Labs without a competitive bidding process.
Mercation Admin2 min - News
Trump-Linked Crypto Firm Partners with Chinese AI Developers
World Liberty Financial, linked to Donald Trump, partners with Chinese AI company WorldClaw, raising national security concerns.
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