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Hackers Drain Lightning Nodes via BTCPay Vulnerability
Hackers exploited a vulnerability in BTCPay, draining Lightning Network nodes of funds, prompting urgent updates from developers.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
U.S. Senate Initiates Voting on Crypto Clarity Act, Setting Stage for September
The U.S. Senate has begun the voting process for the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act, aiming for a vote in September amid unresolved issues.
Mercation Admin5 min - Crypto
Bybit Files Lawsuit Against North Korea and Lazarus Group
Bybit has filed a lawsuit against North Korea and the Lazarus Group for the theft of $1.5 billion in cryptocurrency, seeking asset recovery and damages.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
Why Jim Cramer is Urgently Selling Bitcoin
Jim Cramer is selling Bitcoin amid concerns about quantum computing and a new crypto law in Russia that could reshape the market.
Mercation Admin1 min - News
Trump Media Drops Crypto Treasury and Prediction Market Plans
Trump Media has canceled its plans for a Crypto.com-backed treasury and prediction market, citing market conditions and shifting priorities.
Mercation Admin2 min - News
U.S. Treasury Imposes Sanctions on Crypto Exchanges Linked to Iran
The U.S. Treasury has sanctioned Shelbit Exchange and Aban Tether for allegedly laundering millions for Iran's military, amid ongoing efforts to disrupt Iran's financial operations.
Mercation Admin2 min - News
Flock Proposed Nationwide License Plate Scanning with Uber Drivers
Flock Safety proposed using 350,000 Uber and Lyft vehicles as mobile license plate readers, but claims the plan was never executed amid growing scrutiny.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
U.S. Expands Cryptocurrency Sanctions Against Iran with New Measures
The U.S. Treasury has imposed sanctions on two Iranian cryptocurrency exchanges, Shelbit and Aban Tether, to curb Tehran's access to digital assets amid rising tensions.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
XRP Faces Uncertainty as Senate Delays Clarity Act Vote
XRP has dropped 2.05% to $1.02 as the Senate delays the Clarity Act vote until September, leaving its future uncertain amid ongoing market trends.
Mercation Admin3 min - News
Cybercriminals Exploit BNB Chain for Malware Distribution via Fake CAPTCHAs
Cybercriminals are exploiting BNB Chain contracts to spread malware via fake CAPTCHA prompts, posing significant risks to corporate networks.
Mercation Admin2 min - News
Bybit Takes Legal Action Against North Korea and Lazarus Group Following $1.5 Billion Hack
Bybit has filed a lawsuit against North Korea and the Lazarus Group, securing a preliminary injunction to freeze stolen assets linked to a $1.5 billion hack.
Mercation Admin3 min - News
OpenAI to Launch a $300 Doughnut-Shaped Speaker by 2027
OpenAI plans to release a doughnut-shaped smart speaker priced between $300 and $400 by 2027, amidst legal challenges from Apple over trade secrets.
Mercation Admin3 min