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VanEck Introduces First Spot BNB ETF on Nasdaq
VanEck has launched the first U.S. spot BNB ETF on Nasdaq, allowing investors to gain exposure to BNB through traditional brokerage accounts.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
Stellar (XLM) Surges 10.5% Amid General Decline in Crypto Assets
In a market downturn, Stellar (XLM) has managed to rise by 10.5%, standing out among falling assets like NEAR Protocol and Bitcoin Cash.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
Grayscale Calls Hyperliquid a Breakthrough in DeFi
Grayscale Research highlights Hyperliquid as a significant growth story in DeFi, driven by its unique features and potential for major financial service evolution.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto
XRP Falls 4% Below $1.30 as Significant Selling Breaches Key Support
XRP has dropped 4% below $1.30, signaling a significant shift in market sentiment as selling pressure increased and key support was breached.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
Cash App Expands to Support Stablecoins, Despite Dorsey’s Concerns
Cash App has introduced support for USDC stablecoin transactions across multiple blockchains, enhancing its payment ecosystem previously focused on Bitcoin.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
SoFi Unveils SoFiUSD Stablecoin on Ethereum and Solana
SoFi has launched SoFiUSD, the first stablecoin from a U.S. national bank, allowing users to transact directly within its banking app.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
Crypto Long & Short: The GENIUS Act's Impact on Bitcoin's Monetary Premium
The GENIUS Act has shifted Bitcoin's monetary premium by introducing stablecoin regulations, impacting its demand as a digital dollar alternative.
Mercation Admin10 min - News
BIS Project Reveals Tokenization Can Enhance Cross-Border Payments
A BIS-led initiative indicates that tokenization could significantly enhance the efficiency and safety of cross-border payments.
Mercation Admin3 min - News
Mastercard Obtains BitLicense from New York, Focuses on Stablecoins
Mastercard has successfully obtained a BitLicense from New York, reinforcing its commitment to compliance and expanding its digital asset initiatives.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
Block Launches Cash App's Stablecoin Feature for 60 Million Users
Block has begun the phased rollout of its stablecoin payment feature on Cash App, currently available to 25% of users, with full access expected soon.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
Major Crypto Exchanges Support Initiative for Token Disclosure Standards
Over 40 cryptocurrency firms, including Coinbase and Kraken, have launched the Transparency Alliance to implement standardized token disclosures similar to stock market regulations.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
Mastercard Obtains New York BitLicense to Enhance Digital Payment Solutions
Mastercard has obtained a New York BitLicense, enabling it to engage in digital asset activities, enhancing its blockchain payment infrastructure.
Mercation Admin3 min