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Report: Export Controls Become Integral to Quantum Race
Countries are using export controls on quantum technologies as part of industrial strategies, aiming to shape the future industry structure, according to IISS.
Mercation Admin2 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
BitGo CEO Challenges AI to Steal 100 BTC
BitGo's CEO has put 100 BTC on a public address, inviting AI models to attempt to withdraw it, reacting to an Anthropic report on security lapses.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto
Circle Internet Shares Drop Following Morgan Stanley Downgrade
Circle Internet's stock falls after a downgrade by Morgan Stanley, which cut its price target and expressed concerns about USDC's growth and rising competition.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
Bernstein Warns of Further Decline in Crypto Markets if Clarity Act Fails
Bernstein warns that a failure to pass the Clarity Act could lead to a downturn in crypto markets, while expecting regulators to speed up rulemaking efforts.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
Fortune Warns of Risks from Circle and IBM Deal
Circle's acquisition of IBM's blockchain patents may heighten competitive pressures in the stablecoin market, warns Fortune's Jeff John Roberts.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
BlackRock Introduces New Blockchain-Based Money Market Funds
BlackRock has launched two new blockchain-based money market funds, BSTBL and BRSRV, aiming to enhance its tokenized cash platform and qualify as reserve assets under the GENIUS Act.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
Coldcard Bitcoin Hack Could Lead to $114 Million in Losses
The Coldcard Bitcoin hack has escalated to potential losses nearing $114 million as attackers exploit a firmware flaw, raising concerns over self-custody security.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
Strategy Sells $105 Million in Bitcoin for STRC Buyback
Strategy has sold $105 million in Bitcoin to fund dividends and stock buybacks, while BitMine continues to increase its Ethereum holdings.
Mercation Admin2 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 - News
Pavel Durov Declared Internationally Wanted for Terrorism Charges
Pavel Durov has been placed on an international wanted list by the FSB for allegedly aiding terrorism through Telegram, which reportedly failed to remove channels used by Ukrainian intelligence.
Mercation Admin7 min - News
Strategy Divests $105 Million in Bitcoin as USD Reserves Reach $4 Billion
Strategy has sold $105 million in Bitcoin, decreasing its holdings to 842,138 BTC while increasing its USD reserves to $4 billion.
Mercation Admin3 min