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Analysts Split on Bitcoin's Bottom
Analysts are divided on whether Bitcoin has hit its bottom, with forecasts ranging from a potential drop to $30,000 to an optimistic view of $100,000 by year-end.
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BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF Offers Institutions a New Income Strategy
BlackRock is set to launch a Bitcoin ETF designed for institutions to profit from Bitcoin's volatility, but there are risks involved in this investment strategy.
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Germany to Test Quantum Key-Based Communication
Germany's CHIRON project aims to develop a scalable infrastructure for secure data transmission using quantum key distribution, with tests set for Berlin and Thuringia.
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UK to Ban Social Media for Under-16s
The UK government plans to ban social media for under-16s, following public consultations and aiming to enhance child safety online.
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Bitcoin Accumulation Surges with 250,000 BTC Acquired Between $59K and $67K
Bitcoin accumulation has surged, with over 250,000 BTC purchased between $59,000 and $67,000 as demand rises sharply, according to Glassnode data.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
Bitcoin Surges Following Japan's Interest Rate Hike; XLM, INJ, UNI Rise
Bitcoin's price surged past $66,500 following the Bank of Japan's interest rate hike, with Stellar's XLM, Injective's INJ, and Uniswap's UNI also seeing significant gains.
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UK and Japan to Strengthen Cooperation in Quantum Technologies
The UK and Japan have signed an agreement to enhance cooperation in quantum technologies, focusing on quantum computing and system integration.
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Russian Supreme Court Recognizes Cryptocurrency as Theft
The Russian Supreme Court has officially recognized cryptocurrency as a subject of theft, amending previous legal rulings to include digital assets.
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IplanRIO Unveils Open AI Model Rio 3.5
IplanRIO has launched the Rio 3.5 Open 397B AI model, claiming it outperforms competitors, but Nex alleges it is a derivative of their models.
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Michael Saylor Unveils Five-Tier Bitcoin Economy Model
Michael Saylor presents a five-tier model for Bitcoin's role in the global financial system, emphasizing its evolution into a foundational asset.
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Court Dismisses xAI's Trade Secret Lawsuit Against OpenAI
A U.S. court has dismissed xAI's trade secret lawsuit against OpenAI, marking another setback for Elon Musk in his legal battles.
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Bitcoin Miners Shift Towards AI Infrastructure
Bitcoin miners are increasingly pivoting towards AI infrastructure, driven by rising demand and changing economic conditions in the mining sector.
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