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CZ Attributes 2026 Crypto Market Decline to AI, Global Tensions, and Market Cycles
Changpeng "CZ" Zhao, Binance's founder, discusses the multifaceted causes behind the crypto market's decline in 2026, including AI investments and geopolitical tensions.
Mercation Admin6 min - Crypto
Ripple CEO Criticizes Strategy's Bitcoin Purchase Model
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse criticized Strategy's Bitcoin purchase model, calling it harmful to the market, while expressing optimism about Bitcoin's future.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto
Ripple's CEO Criticizes Saylor's Strategy but Remains Optimistic on Bitcoin
Ripple's CEO, Brad Garlinghouse, remains optimistic about bitcoin but criticizes Michael Saylor's funding strategy for negatively impacting the crypto market.
Mercation Admin3 min - News
Securitize to Launch on NYSE, Testing Wall Street's Interest in Tokenization
Securitize is set to debut on the NYSE next week, testing Wall Street's interest in tokenized assets amid ongoing SEC discussions.
Mercation Admin2 min - News
Linux Foundation and Tech Giants Introduce Akrites to Safeguard Open Source from AI Threats
The Linux Foundation has launched Akrites with 19 tech giants to address critical open-source vulnerabilities before they're exploited by AI-driven attacks.
Mercation Admin3 min - News
OpenAI Introduces GPT-5.6 with Restricted Access Due to Government Request
OpenAI has launched a limited preview of GPT-5.6 models Sol, Terra, and Luna, following a U.S. government request for restricted access as they develop AI evaluation frameworks.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
Anti-trafficking organization warns Clarity Act's Section 604 may reduce accountability
The Alliance to End Human Trafficking warns that Section 604 of the Clarity Act could hinder accountability for crypto platform developers linked to human trafficking.
Mercation Admin4 min - News
Spain's Regulator Confirms No Extensions for EU Crypto Licensing Deadline, Binance Faces Challenges
Spain's securities regulator has ruled out any extensions for the EU's MiCA licensing deadline, putting pressure on Binance, which may need to halt its operations in Europe.
Mercation Admin2 min - News
AI Agent Resilient Against 6,000 Hack Attempts—Here’s What Happened
An AI assistant named Fiu successfully resisted over 6,000 hacking attempts in a viral challenge, demonstrating resilience against prompt injection attacks.
Mercation Admin3 min - News
Kalshi Gains Attention During FIFA World Cup as Prediction Market Trading Hits New Heights
Kalshi's partnership with ADI Predictstreet highlights a surge in prediction market trading, reaching $14.5 billion weekly amid the World Cup excitement.
Mercation Admin2 min - News
Trump Administration Requests Limited Release of GPT-5.6 from OpenAI
The Trump administration has requested OpenAI to restrict the initial rollout of GPT-5.6 to select government partners as officials assess the model under new regulations.
Mercation Admin2 min - News
Michael Saylor Acknowledges 'Volatility Test' as STRC Hits Record Low Amid Bitcoin Weakness
Strategy's preferred stock STRC has reached a record low, influenced by Bitcoin's recent price stability, prompting scrutiny of the company's capital structure. Michael Saylor emphasizes disciplined capital allocation amidst ongoing losses.
Mercation Admin3 min