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Alchemy and Visa Launch Payments for AI Agents
Alchemy and Visa have launched AgentCard, enabling AI agents to make online purchases on behalf of users, streamlining transactions with a single API.
Mercation Admin1 min - News
Zhipu AI Launches GLM-5.2 with 1 Million Token Context
Zhipu AI has launched its GLM-5.2 language model, featuring a 1 million token context and designed for advanced programming tasks.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto
Algorand Reveals Strategy for Quantum Resistance by 2028
Algorand Foundation has announced a roadmap to achieve quantum resistance by 2028, starting with significant enhancements in 2026.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
Oman Requires Licensed Bitcoin Miners to Join National Pool
Oman has established a national mining pool for licensed Bitcoin miners, aiming to consolidate computational power and boost investments in the sector.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto
Glassnode: Bitcoin Remains in Bearish Zone
Bitcoin is currently 15% below its true market price, indicating a continued bearish trend, according to Glassnode's analysis.
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Crypto Drops Following Hawkish FOMC Meeting
Major cryptocurrencies fell 1% after a hawkish FOMC meeting, with Bitcoin priced at $64k. Illinois becomes the first state to impose a crypto tax.
Mercation Admin6 min - Crypto
CoinDesk 20 Update: Stellar (XLM) Rises 10% as Index Declines
Stellar (XLM) saw a notable increase of 10%, while the CoinDesk 20 index overall experienced a decline, primarily influenced by drops in Internet Computer (ICP) and Sui (SUI).
Mercation Admin2 min - News
Alchemy's AI-Powered Identity and Payment Service Accesses Visa Network
Alchemy's AgentCard now integrates with Visa, allowing AI agents to make transactions seamlessly using Visa's network.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
Malta Regulator to Explore MiCA Application to DeFi Projects
The Malta Financial Services Authority is consulting on the regulation of DeFi projects, considering decentralization as a spectrum and seeking market input on smart contract audits.
Mercation Admin1 min - News
Ireland Enhances Crypto Protections in New Financial Crime Strategy
Ireland's government has unveiled a new action plan to combat financial crime, highlighting the risks associated with crypto-assets and introducing stricter regulations.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
Outdated Contract on Aztec Network Hacked for $2 Million
A hacker exploited an outdated smart contract on the Aztec network, resulting in losses of approximately $2.15 million, as confirmed by Aztec Labs.
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HIVE Shares Surge 10% Following $220M AI Infrastructure Contract
HIVE shares rose by 10% following the announcement of a $220 million AI infrastructure deal with Bell Canada and Cohere, marking a strategic shift from bitcoin mining.
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