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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
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
CryptoQuant Highlights Gaps in Bitcoin Strategy
CryptoQuant analysts highlight gaps in the Bitcoin Strategy, emphasizing the need for clearer buying and selling rules despite recent liquidity risk management steps.
Mercation Admin2 min - Banking Policy
ECB Raises Alarm Over Stablecoins Potentially Reducing Bank Deposits
The ECB warns that the rise of stablecoins may lead to significant losses in bank deposits, exacerbating the challenges posed by mobile payments.
Mercation Admin3 min - News
Galaxy Digital Signs 15-Year Naming Rights Deal with Texas Tech Stadium
Texas Tech has entered a $70 million, 15-year naming rights agreement with Galaxy Digital to rename its football stadium to Galaxy Stadium, enhancing NIL opportunities for student-athletes.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
Bitcoin Shows Less Volatility Compared to South Korean Stocks Amid AI Hype Decline
Bitcoin's volatility has decreased, now being less erratic than South Korea's Kospi index, which has plummeted amid the AI hype decline.
Mercation Admin5 min - Crypto
Bitcoin Hovers Around $63K as Long-Term Holders Sell at a Loss
Bitcoin is testing the $63,000 mark as long-term holders continue to sell at a loss, reflecting a broader retreat from risk assets amid cooling market sentiment.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
Bitcoin Dips to $63,000 Amid Global Chip Market Decline
Bitcoin's value fell to $63,000 as a global chip market decline impacts risk assets, while Ether and Hyperliquid show contrasting trends.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto
Bitcoin Dips Below $63,000 Amid AI-Related Market Selloff
Bitcoin has fallen below $63,000 as investor sentiment shifts due to AI stock selloffs and geopolitical tensions, despite signs of potential oversold conditions.
Mercation Admin5 min - News
Media Reports: Data Sources of Suno Exposed
A hacker exposed data sources of the AI music service Suno, revealing extensive audio downloads from platforms like YouTube Music and Deezer.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
Ether Experiences a Steeper Decline Than Bitcoin as HYPE Plummets 10% Amid Chip Market Turmoil
Ether's value dropped significantly, falling 4% to $1,850, while HYPE plunged 10% amid a broader sell-off in Asian semiconductor stocks.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
JPMorgan Links Bitcoin Outlook to Strategy's Cash Reserves
JPMorgan analysts see positive signs for Bitcoin from Strategy's cash reserves and futures inflows, despite recent ETF volatility.
Mercation Admin1 min