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EthLabs Emerges Amid Major Leadership Changes in Ethereum
EthLabs has been launched to support Ethereum's evolution amid significant leadership changes within the Ethereum Foundation.
Mercation Admin6 min - Crypto
Crypto Hacks in June Resulted in $75.9 Million in Losses
In June, crypto hacks resulted in $75.9 million in losses across 40 incidents, a decrease from May's figures, with the Humanity Protocol breach being the largest.
Mercation Admin1 min - News
Debate Arises as Europe Implements MiCA Crypto Regulations
The implementation of Europe's MiCA regulations has sparked discussions among industry leaders about its implications for consumer protection and the competitive landscape.
Mercation Admin5 min - Crypto
Europe Tightens Crypto Regulations While Leaving Derivatives Loophole
The European Union is tightening regulations on unlicensed crypto exchanges while leaving a dangerous loophole for high-risk derivatives trading open, potentially endangering investors.
Mercation Admin5 min - Crypto
Transition Period for MiCA Regulation Ends in the EU
The transition period for MiCA regulation in the EU has ended, requiring unlicensed crypto companies to cease operations. The European Commission is reviewing the regulation to align with market developments.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
Crédit Agricole Launches EURXT, a Euro-Pegged Stablecoin
Crédit Agricole has launched EURXT, a euro-pegged stablecoin with 20 million tokens, backed 1:1 by euro reserves at Caceis Bank.
Mercation Admin3 min - News
HSBC Identifies AI, Energy, and Security as Investment Drivers
HSBC Private Bank highlights AI, energy, and security as key investment drivers for the future, focusing on opportunities in Asia and various sectors.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto
Standard Chartered Sees Growth Potential for Morpho in DeFi
Standard Chartered has begun its coverage of Morpho, assigning a price target of $60 for 2030, highlighting the firm's potential in DeFi lending and infrastructure.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
Ethereum Launches New Nonprofit to Boost Institutional Adoption
Ethereum has launched a new nonprofit, Ethereum Institutional, aimed at accelerating its adoption among financial institutions.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
Citi Lowers 12-Month Bitcoin and Ether Projections Amid ETF Declines
Citi has lowered its 12-month price targets for bitcoin and ether due to reduced ETF demand and stalled U.S. crypto legislation, now predicting zero net ETF inflows.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
Edel Finance Sees Tokenized Google Stock Value Surge 7,700% in DeFi Exploit
Edel Finance's lending protocol was exploited, causing a tokenized Google share to be inflated by 7,700%, resulting in significant bad debt.
Mercation Admin4 min - News
Analysts Predict Volatility for Bitcoin and Stocks in Second Half
Analysts anticipate a tumultuous second half for Bitcoin and stocks, focusing on macro policy and market dynamics after a strong AI-driven first half.
Mercation Admin4 min