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Hunter Biden Launches LAPTOP: A New Meme Coin Aimed at TRUMP Investors
Hunter Biden announces the launch of LAPTOP, a meme coin aimed at investors from Donald Trump's TRUMP coin, set to debut on September 9, 2026.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
Ethereum Foundation Identifies Two Key EIPs for Hegota Upgrade
The Ethereum Foundation has prioritized two key EIPs for the Hegota upgrade, aiming for quantum resistance by December 2029.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
Hunter Biden to Launch LAPTOP Meme Coin Amid Skepticism
Hunter Biden is launching his meme coin, LAPTOP, but the crypto community's reaction has been largely skeptical and mocking, questioning the timing and motives behind the project.
Mercation Admin6 min - Crypto
Hunter Biden to Launch LAPTOP Meme Coin with Airdrop for TRUMP Token Holders
Hunter Biden is launching a meme coin called LAPTOP on September 9, targeting wallets that lost money on Trump's TRUMP token.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
Harmony Proposes Blockchain Shutdown Amid AI Threats
Harmony has proposed shutting down its blockchain, citing AI threats, and plans to migrate its ONE token to Ethereum for a new AI-focused initiative.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
Ethereum's New Proposal Could Allow Token-Based Gas Payments
A new Ethereum proposal seeks to allow users to pay transaction fees in tokens instead of ETH, streamlining the process and enhancing wallet functionalities.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
Military Conflicts Drive Cryptocurrency Adoption in the Middle East
Military conflicts and currency instability have spurred cryptocurrency adoption in the Middle East, with transaction volumes projected to surge significantly by 2026.
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Harmony, Router Protocol, and Orionx Announce Shutdown Plans
Harmony, Router Protocol, and Orionx have announced plans to cease operations, with Harmony proposing a transition to Ethereum and Router Protocol shutting down by September 30.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
G7 Highlights Urgent Need for Quantum Security as Crypto Sector Reacts
The G7 warns of the urgent need for quantum security measures as it calls on organizations to adopt post-quantum cryptography to protect against future cyber threats.
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Polymarket Introduces Crypto Perpetual Futures with Up to 20x Leverage
Polymarket has launched its perpetual futures product, Polymarket Perps, allowing traders to engage with leveraged derivatives across various markets.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
Meme Coins Gain Traction on Robinhood Alongside Stocks
Meme coin BONER has taken control of a significant portion of Hims & Hers Health shares on Robinhood Chain, sparking a rise in trading activity and interest in meme coin-stock pairings.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
Zcash Price Surpasses $1000, Reaches Eight-Year High
Zcash (ZEC) surged past $1000, hitting an eight-year peak, aided by a broader market recovery and the launch of a new ETF by Grayscale.
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