News
Editorial-quality coverage of global financial markets, policy, and macro trends.
- Crypto
LayerZero and a16z Unveil Post-Quantum Proof System for Blockchains
LayerZero and a16z have launched Lattice Jolt, a post-quantum proof system that enhances verification speed and security for blockchains.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
Consensys Divides Into Two Distinct Entities as MetaMask Emerges
Consensys Software Inc. plans to restructure by rebranding to MetaMask and creating a new entity for its Ethereum and institutional operations by 2026.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
Venice’s VVV Token Rises Sharply Following OpenAI Controversy
Venice's VVV token surged 40% amid a public dispute involving OpenAI, highlighting privacy concerns in AI and cryptocurrency.
Mercation Admin5 min - Crypto
Cronos Reverses Nearly Two Hours of Transactions Following $111 Million DeFi Hack
Cronos has rolled back nearly two hours of transactions to recover $111.2 million linked to a DeFi exploit on the Tectonic network, impacting both legitimate and fraudulent transactions.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
Major Trading Activity in Crypto Markets This Week
This week's trading activity in the crypto market saw significant volume, marking the largest since the Trump era, alongside notable developments in Bitcoin and meme coins.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
Hunter Biden Launches LAPTOP: A New Meme Coin Aimed at TRUMP Investors
Hunter Biden announces the launch of LAPTOP, a meme coin aimed at investors from Donald Trump's TRUMP coin, set to debut on September 9, 2026.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
Protecting Bitcoin Privacy After Address Disclosure
This article explores how to protect Bitcoin privacy after address exposure, including strategies for managing UTXOs and using anonymization services.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
Hunter Biden to Launch LAPTOP Meme Coin Amid Skepticism
Hunter Biden is launching his meme coin, LAPTOP, but the crypto community's reaction has been largely skeptical and mocking, questioning the timing and motives behind the project.
Mercation Admin6 min - Crypto
Ethereum's New Proposal Could Allow Token-Based Gas Payments
A new Ethereum proposal seeks to allow users to pay transaction fees in tokens instead of ETH, streamlining the process and enhancing wallet functionalities.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
Coldcard Hacker Transfers $7.7 Million in Bitcoin from Third Wave
A hacker has transferred $7.7 million worth of Bitcoin from Coldcard's third wave of thefts, moving nearly half of the stolen amount, while most remains untouched.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
G7 Highlights Urgent Need for Quantum Security as Crypto Sector Reacts
The G7 warns of the urgent need for quantum security measures as it calls on organizations to adopt post-quantum cryptography to protect against future cyber threats.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
PONS Token Surges 18,000% Since July on Robinhood Chain
PONS, the meme coin on Robinhood Chain, has skyrocketed 18,000% since July, trading at $0.5978 as of September 3, 2026.
Mercation Admin4 min