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Bitcoin Hits Lowest Price Since March as Oil Prices Surge
Bitcoin has dropped to its lowest price since March as rising oil prices and military tensions in the Middle East affect the crypto market and investor sentiment.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
Mastercard Enhances Stablecoin Settlement with USDC and RLUSD
Mastercard is expanding its stablecoin settlement options for credit card transactions, incorporating USDC, RLUSD, and SoFiUSD across various blockchains.
Mercation Admin2 min - News
Stripe Engineer Saikat Chakrabarti Falls Short in Congressional Race
Saikat Chakrabarti, co-founder of Stripe, lost his congressional bid to Scott Wiener, who was backed by Ripple's Chris Larsen, highlighting crypto's growing political influence.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
Did Strategy's BTC Sale Backfire in the Bitcoin Market?
Strategy's recent BTC sale has raised concerns over its impact on the Bitcoin market, leading to fears of liquidation and structural issues within the firm.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
Zcash Executes Major Network Upgrade Amid Price Surge
Zcash has successfully completed a significant network upgrade after addressing a critical vulnerability, while its price continues to surge.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
Rare Physical Bitcoin Redeemed After 12 Years, Valued at $1.78 Million
A rare Casascius physical bitcoin valued at $1.78 million was redeemed after 12 years, marking a significant moment in the collectibles market.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
Citi Highlights Importance of New Investors Over Strategy's Bitcoin Sale
Citi has stated that the absence of new investors is a more pressing concern for Bitcoin than the recent sale of Bitcoin by Strategy, which was part of a tax optimization plan.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
Bitwise's Analysis Suggests Bitcoin's Fair Value Could Reach $224,000
Bitwise's report estimates Bitcoin's fair value at $224,000, emphasizing its role as a hedge against sovereign debt defaults, though it faces near-term challenges.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
CoinDesk 20 performance update: Bitcoin Cash (BCH) declines 10.7%, dragging index down
Bitcoin Cash (BCH) has seen a significant drop of 10.7%, contributing to a decline in the CoinDesk 20 Index, which now sits at 1862.4.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto
MoonPay Introduces Crypto Transactions for AI Assistants with MoonAgents App
MoonPay has launched the MoonAgents desktop app, enabling AI assistants to interact with crypto wallets and blockchain services, enhancing accessibility for non-technical users.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
Bitcoin Dips Below $67k Amid Decline in MSTR Shares
Bitcoin has dropped below $67,000 amidst a significant decline in MSTR shares, leading to a turbulent market for cryptocurrencies.
Mercation Admin6 min - Crypto
Bloomberg Predicts the "Coldest" Crypto Winter in History
Bloomberg analysts predict the crypto industry is facing its most severe downturn, marked by a loss of faith and systemic crises, as Bitcoin struggles to maintain its status.
Mercation Admin1 min