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Crypto Leaders Predict Digital Generations May Not Rely on Banks
Crypto industry leaders suggest that younger generations may not need traditional bank accounts, favoring wallets with stablecoins instead.
Mercation Admin6 min - Crypto
DOG Mode Highlights Bitcoin's Upcoming Governance Debate
Leonidas' DOG Mode client is contesting Bitcoin's relay policies, reigniting debates on censorship and network governance.
Mercation Admin4 min - News
Trump's Tariff on Brazil Targets Payments System Amid Stablecoin Surge
The U.S. plans to impose a 25% tariff on Brazilian goods over concerns that Brazil's Pix payment system undermines American firms, amid the rise of dollar-linked stablecoins in the nation.
Mercation Admin5 min - Crypto
$1.6 Billion in Crypto Liquidity Remains Untapped
Research shows $1.6 billion in crypto liquidity remains underutilized, with $542 million consistently outside active trading ranges, missing out on significant fees.
Mercation Admin5 min - News
Comparing GPT-5.6 and Fable 5: Key Considerations
This article compares OpenAI's GPT-5.6 models with Anthropic's Fable 5, focusing on pricing, capabilities, and performance in various tests.
Mercation Admin8 min - News
Singapore's pQCee Secures $3.9 Million for Post-Quantum Security
Singapore's pQCee has raised $3.9 million to enhance post-quantum security solutions, aiming to expand into U.S., European, and Middle Eastern markets.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto
Large Traders Bet on Bitcoin Reaching $72,000 by Month-End
Large traders are making significant bets on Bitcoin reaching $72,000 by the end of July, coinciding with the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
Coinbase Bitcoin Premium Hits Record Low
The Coinbase Premium Index for Bitcoin has hit a record low, remaining negative for 60 days, indicating weak retail investor interest.
Mercation Admin1 min - News
TikTok Tests AI Likeness Detection Tool for Creators
TikTok is piloting a Likeness Detection tool to help creators identify AI-generated content and report deepfakes.
Mercation Admin1 min - News
Tokenization Emerges as a Top Priority for 84% of Financial Firms
A recent survey shows that 84% of financial firms prioritize tokenization, predicting its significant impact on markets within five years.
Mercation Admin4 min - News
Anthropic Adds Claude Fable 5 to Max and Team Premium Subscriptions
Anthropic will integrate Claude Fable 5 into its Max and Team Premium plans starting July 20, addressing high demand with a phased rollout.
Mercation Admin1 min - News
Smartphone Shipments in India Drop 10% Amid AI Boom
Smartphone shipments in India fell 10% year-on-year in Q2 2026, the worst performance in six years, driven by rising memory chip prices amid an AI boom.
Mercation Admin2 min