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Japan Updates Crypto Classification, Sets Stage for Tax Reductions
Japan has redefined cryptocurrencies as financial instruments, facilitating a new tax structure and potential for bitcoin ETFs starting in 2027.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
CEO States Strategy Remains 'Very Secure' Until Bitcoin Hits $8,000-$10,000
MicroStrategy's CEO Phong Le stated that the company's strategy remains stable unless Bitcoin falls to $8,000-$10,000, emphasizing a focus on capital structure resilience.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
Bitcoin Rally Slows as Investors Assess Inflation Figures and Oil Prices
Bitcoin's recent rally has slowed as investors absorb U.S. inflation data and rising oil prices complicate the outlook for the cryptocurrency market.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
ISO Standardizes Post-Quantum Algorithm Classic McEliece
ISO has standardized the Classic McEliece algorithm for post-quantum encryption, enhancing security against quantum computer attacks.
Mercation Admin1 min - News
Japan Recognizes Crypto Assets as Financial Instruments
Japan's parliament has recognized cryptocurrencies as financial instruments, paving the way for new regulations and potential crypto ETFs.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
EthSystems Emerges as For-Profit Entity from Ethereum's Privacy Initiative
EthSystems has launched as a new for-profit firm focused on creating privacy solutions for institutional use of Ethereum, spun out from the Foundation's Institutional Privacy Task Force.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
Crypto Stabilizes Amid Middle East Strife and U.S. Inflation Data
Bitcoin remains stable at a three-week high despite rising U.S.-Iran tensions, countering the positive impact of a recent U.S. inflation report.
Mercation Admin4 min - News
Stripe proposes a significant $53 billion acquisition of PayPal
Stripe has made a $53 billion offer to acquire PayPal, partnering with Advent International, but PayPal has yet to respond to the proposal.
Mercation Admin3 min - News
Nokia to Launch AI Equipment for Mobile Networks
Nokia has introduced the AI-RAN platform for mobile networks, set to begin pilot implementations in late 2026, leveraging Nvidia technology for enhanced efficiency.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto
US and UK Propose Joint Recommendations for Stablecoin Regulation
The U.S. and UK Treasuries have released joint recommendations to harmonize regulations on stablecoins and tokenized assets, fostering transatlantic cooperation.
Mercation Admin3 min - News
Tencent Cloud Expands AI Infrastructure in Indonesia
Tencent Cloud has launched a suite of AI solutions in Indonesia, aimed at automating workflows and enhancing enterprise AI adoption.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto
Will Quantum Hackers Steal Billions from Satoshi Nakamoto?
Quantum computers threaten cryptocurrency security, raising questions about the future of Satoshi Nakamoto's coins. Experts discuss the industry's adaptation to this challenge.
Mercation Admin3 min