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Taiko Urges Immediate Withdrawal of Bridge Funds Following Security Incident
Taiko has warned users to withdraw funds from all bridges on its Ethereum layer-2 network following a breach of its chain state verification system.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
BitMine Acquires $92 Million in Ethereum, Reaches 4.7% Supply Share
BitMine has invested $92 million in Ethereum, increasing its holdings to 4.7% of the total supply, moving closer to its 5% target.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
Bitcoin Stabilizes at $65,000 Amid Iran Deal Uncertainty
Bitcoin has stabilized at $65,000 as uncertainties around the Iran deal persist, with major cryptocurrencies showing mixed performance amid a backdrop of market fluctuations.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
Crypto Industry Sets Record for Hacks
The crypto industry faced a record 83 hacks in Q2 2026, resulting in $755.3 million in losses, according to analysts.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto
Anchorage Launches Tokenized Deposit Platform for Banks
Anchorage Digital has launched a platform enabling banks to offer tokenized deposits, facilitating 24/7 payments without needing to alter their core systems.
Mercation Admin3 min - News
Strategy Bolsters Cash Reserves to $1.4B Following STRC Decline
Strategy has raised its cash reserves to $1.4 billion after investing in Bitcoin, amid volatility from STRC's recent performance.
Mercation Admin3 min - News
Tokenized Asset Sector Grows by 40%
The tokenized asset market has grown by 40% this year, reaching $51 billion, with significant increases in token holders and trading activity.
Mercation Admin1 min - News
Researchers Describe the 'Amplification Spiral' of Delusions in AI Interaction
Researchers highlight the potential dangers of AI interactions, introducing the concept of an 'amplification spiral' that may exacerbate mental health issues.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
Seizing and Reissuing: How Tether Turned USDT into a Tool for Global Control
Tether's USDT has become a global digital dollar, but its centralized nature allows the issuer to freeze funds, raising concerns about user control and privacy.
Mercation Admin5 min - News
Russian Government Commission Approves AI Development Bill
The Russian government commission has approved a bill to support AI development, focusing on sovereign and national models, with provisions set to take effect in 2026.
Mercation Admin1 min - News
Germany Develops High-Speed Quantum Random Number Generator
Fraunhofer IPMS has unveiled Q-Dice, a high-speed quantum random number generator that utilizes quantum vacuum fluctuations, achieving speeds over 4 Gbps.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto
MoneyGram Becomes Validator on Solana Blockchain to Enhance Stablecoin Payments
MoneyGram has become a validator on the Solana blockchain to enhance its stablecoin payment capabilities, following the launch of its MGUSD stablecoin on Stellar.
Mercation Admin3 min