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IBM CEO Predicts Quantum Computing Will Generate Revenue by 2028
IBM's CEO Arvind Krishna predicts that quantum computing will begin generating significant revenue by 2028, as competition and investment in the field grow.
Mercation Admin4 min - News
US Treasury Imposes Sanctions on Iranian Firms Accepting Bitcoin for Hormuz Passage
The U.S. Treasury has sanctioned two Iranian firms for accepting Bitcoin as payment for maritime insurance required for transit through the Strait of Hormuz.
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Leopold Aschenbrenner's Hedge Fund Sells Off Majority of Stock Portfolio
Leopold Aschenbrenner's hedge fund, Situational Awareness, quickly sold most of its stock portfolio amid significant losses, with Citadel acquiring the assets.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
Bitcoin $60,000 Put Option Dominates as Sentiment Turns Bearish for August
As July wraps up, the sentiment in the Bitcoin options market shifts to bearish, with the $60,000 put option gaining significant traction.
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Bitcoin and Ether Decline as Stocks Surge, Crypto Market Eyes Best Monthly Performance
Bitcoin and Ether see declines while stock markets rally, as the broader crypto market looks set for its best month since July 2025.
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Chainalysis: FIFA Earns $6 Million from NFT Ticket Resales
FIFA has earned over $6 million from NFT ticket resales for the 2026 World Cup, with significant participation from fans of qualified teams.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
Bitcoin Remains Stable as Bank of Japan Maintains 1% Rates
Bitcoin remains stable around $63,900 as the Bank of Japan keeps interest rates at 1%, with inflation pressures linked to AI and a weak yen.
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Bitcoin Holds Steady Near $64,000 Amid Kospi Surge
Bitcoin remains steady near $64,300 as the Kospi index experiences a remarkable 17% surge, leaving the crypto market largely unaffected.
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Coinbase Shares Drop 5% Following Disappointing Q2 Revenue
Coinbase's stock dropped by 5% after the company reported a disappointing $1.22 billion in revenue for Q2 2026, falling short of expectations.
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FTC Takes Legal Action Against Hims & Hers Over Privacy Violations
The FTC, along with California and Utah, has filed a lawsuit against Hims & Hers for allegedly sharing sensitive health information and misleading subscription practices.
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The Rise of Perpetual Contracts in Financial Markets
Perpetual contracts are evolving from crypto trading to a broader market phenomenon, allowing for 24/7 trading across various asset classes, according to Matthew Fisher of Katana Network.
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Bitcoin ETFs Experience Record Low Monthly Inflows
July 2026 sees Bitcoin ETFs recording their lowest monthly inflows ever, indicating weak institutional interest despite some signs of recovery in the market.
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