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Sony Bank Receives Conditional Approval for Dollar Stablecoin
Sony Bank has received conditional approval from the OCC to launch Connectia Trust, a national trust bank for a dollar-backed stablecoin, aiming for a 2027 launch.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
'CASHCAT' Trader Turns $800 into Over $1 Million on Robinhood Blockchain
CASHCAT, a cat-themed memecoin on Robinhood's new blockchain, has skyrocketed, turning $800 into over $1 million for early investors.
Mercation Admin5 min - Crypto
Kazakhstan's President Signs Decree to Develop Crypto Industry
Kazakhstan's President Tokayev has signed a decree to foster the development of the digital assets industry, aiming for a transparent ecosystem and tax incentives for individuals.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto
The Rise of Solana Amidst Chaos
Solana has emerged as a significant player in the blockchain space, appealing to both speculators and corporations, thanks to its high performance and innovative integrations.
Mercation Admin8 min - Crypto
BNB Chain Introduces New Layer-1 Blockchain for High-Frequency Trading and AI
BNB Chain is launching a new layer-1 blockchain designed for high-frequency trading and AI agents, aiming for over 100,000 transactions per second.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
Binance Highlights Transformation in Stablecoin Landscape
Binance's report reveals a significant rise in stablecoin reserves and their role in connecting traditional finance with digital assets.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto
Base Activates B20 Standard for Native Token Issuance
Base has launched the B20 standard on its mainnet for issuing stablecoins and other tokens, enhancing control mechanisms and compatibility with ERC-20 assets.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto
How Telegram is Evolving into a Financial Ecosystem — Insights from ONLY
Telegram is evolving into a financial ecosystem with services like ONLY, allowing users to trade and manage cryptocurrencies seamlessly within the app.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
Tether Allocates $20 Million to Mercado Bitcoin for Latin American Growth
Tether is investing $20 million in Mercado Bitcoin to enhance blockchain financial services across Latin America, targeting various growth initiatives.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
Record $3.86 Billion in Tokenized Equities Trading Fueled by SpaceX IPO
June saw an unprecedented $3.86 billion in tokenized equities trading, largely driven by interest in SpaceX shares after its IPO.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
Japanese Firms Embrace Bitcoin and XRP Amid Yen Weakness
Japanese corporations are increasingly adopting bitcoin and XRP as a hedge against a weak yen, with SBI VC Trade reporting over 2 million registered accounts.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
USDC Surpasses Tether in Stablecoin Transaction Volume, Visa Reports
Circle's USDC has significantly increased its stablecoin transaction volume, surpassing Tether's USDT as banks adopt digital currencies for faster settlements.
Mercation Admin3 min