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Disparity Between Stablecoin Founders and Volume Concentration
Despite stablecoin transactions exceeding $28 trillion in 2025, the concentration of founders and venture capital remains largely in the U.S. and Europe, overlooking emerging markets where demand is surging.
Mercation Admin5 min - Crypto
Tether Utilizes $23 Billion Gold Reserves for Bullion-Backed Loans
Tether is leveraging its $23 billion gold reserves by introducing loans backed by its tokenized gold, XAUT, allowing holders to borrow without selling their assets.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
What to Expect from Binance's Exit from Europe and New Crypto Laws in Russia
This article discusses Binance's exit from Europe, new crypto regulations in Russia, and the evolving landscape of the cryptocurrency market.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
Invesco Files for Tokenized Fund Aimed at Stablecoin Reserves
Invesco is set to launch a tokenized fund targeting the burgeoning stablecoin market, enhancing its blockchain efforts after acquiring Superstate's fund earlier this year.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
Token Lifespan on Pump.fun Reduced to One Day
A CoinGecko report reveals that around 70% of tokens on Pump.fun stop trading on their launch day, with only 4.5% lasting beyond three months.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto
CoinShares Survey Reveals Investors' 'Invisible' Crypto Assets
A CoinShares survey reveals that many wealth managers are unaware of their clients' investments in digital assets, highlighting a significant management gap.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto
How Euro Stablecoins Lost a Battle That Never Started
Euro stablecoins are struggling to compete with dollar and lira counterparts, facing regulatory hurdles and lack of demand.
Mercation Admin5 min - Crypto
MemeCore's M Token Plummets 80% Without Clear Reason
MemeCore's M token has experienced a drastic 74% drop in value, erasing nearly $3 billion in market cap without any clear explanation or announcement.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
Ripple's RLUSD Stablecoin Launches in Japan Following Regulatory Approval
Ripple's RLUSD stablecoin has officially launched in Japan after receiving regulatory approval, allowing it to be offered to both institutional and retail users via SBI VC Trade.
Mercation Admin4 min - News
South Korean Delegation Engages with US SEC on Unified Crypto Regulations Amid Local Scandals
A South Korean delegation met with the SEC to discuss crypto regulations, highlighting U.S. influence amid local scandals like Bithumb's bribery case.
Mercation Admin2 min - News
The banking lobby misrepresents stablecoins and community banks
Eco CEO Ryne Saxe argues against the banking lobby's claims that stablecoins threaten community banks, emphasizing the need for progressive payment innovations.
Mercation Admin5 min - Crypto
SBI and Startale Launch Japan's First Trust-Based Stablecoin
SBI Holdings and Startale Group have launched JPYSC, Japan's first trust-based stablecoin, available on the SBI VC Trade platform.
Mercation Admin2 min