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Venice AI Achieves $1 Billion Valuation as Erik Voorhees Advocates for Private Chatbot Alternatives
Venice AI has achieved a $1 billion valuation after raising $65 million, with founder Erik Voorhees emphasizing the importance of privacy over AI surveillance.
Mercation Admin2 min - News
UN's AI Safety Panel Warns of Potential Catastrophic Risks
The UN's AI Safety Panel warns that current AI technology may pose catastrophic risks, as highlighted in their preliminary report released on July 5.
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Analysts Consider CRCL Sell-Off Excessive as Circle CEO Discusses Open USD Risks
Circle's CRCL shares plunged 18% following the news of a new stablecoin launch, but analysts believe the sell-off was excessive and the company remains strong.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
Bitcoin Surges to $60K After Hitting 21-Month Low as Economic Data Eases Rate Concerns
Bitcoin rebounded to $60,000 after hitting a 21-month low, buoyed by soft U.S. economic data and Fed Chair comments that eased rate hike concerns.
Mercation Admin2 min - News
Securitize's Brett Redfearn: DeFi Could Disrupt Stock Lending Ahead of NYSE Listing
Brett Redfearn from Securitize argues tokenization could revolutionize stock lending, enhancing benefits for retail investors as the firm prepares for its NYSE debut.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
Jefferies cautions against investing in Circle as Open USD sparks competition concerns
Jefferies warns that competition from the new Open USD consortium could threaten Circle's growth and market share, advising against buying the dip in Circle shares.
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Goliath Ventures CEO admits guilt in $400 million crypto fraud
Christopher Delgado, former CEO of Goliath Ventures, has pleaded guilty to charges related to a $400 million Ponzi scheme, admitting to significant investor losses.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
Bitcoin Approaches $60,000 as Fed Chair Warsh Comments on Inflation Risks
Bitcoin's value nears $60,000 following comments from Fed Chair Kevin Warsh, who noted a decrease in inflation risks and emphasized the Fed's commitment to its 2% target.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
Edel Finance Sees Tokenized Google Stock Value Surge 7,700% in DeFi Exploit
Edel Finance's lending protocol was exploited, causing a tokenized Google share to be inflated by 7,700%, resulting in significant bad debt.
Mercation Admin4 min - News
Analysts Predict Volatility for Bitcoin and Stocks in Second Half
Analysts anticipate a tumultuous second half for Bitcoin and stocks, focusing on macro policy and market dynamics after a strong AI-driven first half.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
Bitcoin Starts Q3 in Distress Following Rare Losses in First Half
Bitcoin begins the third quarter of 2026 in a precarious position after experiencing losses in both prior quarters, a trend reminiscent of previous bearish years.
Mercation Admin4 min - News
EU Revisits Crypto Regulation MiCA After July 1 Deadline
The EU is reassessing its crypto regulation MiCA as the July 1 deadline looms, addressing the evolving landscape influenced by stablecoins and tokenization.
Mercation Admin5 min