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Nvidia Releases Code for AI Module in Quantum Error Correction
Nvidia has unveiled the Ising Decoder ColorCode 1 Fast, an AI module that enhances quantum error correction, significantly reducing logical error rates and processing times.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto

What Are Tokenized Deposits and How Do They Differ from Stablecoins?
Tokenized deposits are digital representations of bank deposits on a blockchain, differing from stablecoins in their regulatory framework and access restrictions.
Mercation Admin6 min - Crypto

NEAR to Eliminate Developer Gas Fee Rebate
NEAR Protocol's governance body has approved the elimination of gas fee rebates for developers, set to take effect in August 2026, aiming for a simpler and more efficient protocol.
Mercation Admin2 min - News

Protests in San Francisco Demand Halt to AI Race
Protesters in San Francisco demand a pause in the development of advanced AI models, citing job losses and environmental concerns.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto

New Hampshire Protects Self-Custody of Cryptocurrencies
New Hampshire has enacted a law protecting self-custody of cryptocurrencies and establishing a framework for blockchain disputes, effective August 2026.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto

Bitcoin Stays Near $62,600 Amid Renewed Iran Tensions and CPI Anticipation
Bitcoin hovers around $62,600 as U.S. tensions with Iran escalate and inflation data approaches, influencing market sentiment.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto

US Authorities Transfer $297 Million to Coinbase Prime
U.S. government wallets have moved $297 million in crypto assets to Coinbase Prime, part of ongoing criminal investigations.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto

U.S. Government Transfers $288 Million in Seized Bitcoin and Ether to Coinbase Prime
The U.S. government has transferred $288 million in seized crypto to Coinbase Prime, raising questions about potential sales despite a previous no-sell order.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto

Solo Bitcoin Miner Earns $200,000 with $150 Device
A solo bitcoin miner has generated $200,000 using a $150 Bitaxe device, marking a significant win amidst a 41% rise in solo mining activity over the past year.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto

Bitcoin Declines as Traders Heighten July Fed Rate Hike Expectations Before Inflation Data
Bitcoin and other major cryptocurrencies have dropped over 2% as traders increase their expectations for a Federal Reserve rate hike in July ahead of key inflation data.
Mercation Admin4 min - News

OpenAI's New GPT-5.6 Guidelines Transform Prompting Strategies
OpenAI's updated prompting guide for GPT-5.6 Sol emphasizes concise prompts and outcome-focused strategies, shifting away from lengthy instructions that clutter the process.
Mercation Admin3 min - News

Protesters Demand Halt to AI Development at OpenAI, Anthropic, and Google DeepMind
Protesters in San Francisco called for a halt to AI development at major firms OpenAI, Anthropic, and Google DeepMind, citing safety and ethical concerns.
Mercation Admin2 min