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More than $7.2 billion Shifted from LayerZero to Chainlink CCIP as Mantle Joins the Trend
Over $7.2 billion has moved from LayerZero to Chainlink CCIP, with Mantle leading the charge in enhancing security and control over token transfers.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
SpaceX Moves Bitcoin for the First Time in Six Months
SpaceX has moved Bitcoin for the first time in six months, transferring small amounts between its wallets while revealing its total reserves of 18,712 BTC.
Mercation Admin1 min - Macro
Housing Prices in Bitcoin Highlight Dollar's Devaluation
The valuation of U.S. homes suggests a stark contrast in value when measured in bitcoin versus dollars, highlighting the dollar's devaluation.
Mercation Admin5 min - News
ETH Zurich Develops Quantum Chip with Mechanical Memory
ETH Zurich has developed a groundbreaking quantum chip that uses mechanical memory, enhancing efficiency and flexibility in quantum computing.
Mercation Admin1 min - News
Swift Launches Blockchain Ledger for 24/7 Banking with 17 Major Banks
Swift has introduced a blockchain ledger for live transactions, enabling 24/7 banking for 17 major banks, including HSBC and Citi.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
Sony Bank Receives Conditional Approval for Dollar Stablecoin
Sony Bank has received conditional approval from the OCC to launch Connectia Trust, a national trust bank for a dollar-backed stablecoin, aiming for a 2027 launch.
Mercation Admin3 min - News
Singapore Launches First Quantum Accelerator
QAI Ventures has launched Singapore's first Quantum Accelerator, supporting four startups with funding and resources to develop quantum technologies.
Mercation Admin1 min - News
Europe Launches Consortium for Quantum-Secure Communication
The QUARTERNEXT consortium in Europe has launched a four-year project to develop quantum key distribution systems, focusing on secure communication technologies.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto
B3 Exchange in Brazil Launches Bitcoin, Ether, and Solana Futures Options
Brazil's B3 exchange has launched options for bitcoin, ether, and solana futures, enhancing its regulated crypto derivatives offerings.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
Q2 2026 Digital Asset Overview for Advisors
The Q2 2026 Digital Asset Review reveals significant outflows from crypto ETFs, indicating a shift in institutional investments towards AI-driven equities amid ongoing market pressures.
Mercation Admin6 min - Crypto
Bitcoin and Altcoins Show Resilience Amid Middle East Tensions
Bitcoin has risen to $63,000 and Nasdaq futures are up 2.6%, indicating market resilience amid U.S. airstrikes on Iran. Bitcoin's value is up 9% since late June.
Mercation Admin4 min - News
SWIFT Launches Blockchain System for Cross-Border Payments
SWIFT has announced its blockchain infrastructure is ready for cross-border payments, involving 17 banks globally.
Mercation Admin1 min