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Challenges Mount for Clarity Act as Ethical Concerns and Time Constraints Loom
The Clarity Act, crucial for U.S. crypto markets, faces significant challenges as ethical concerns and time constraints threaten its passage before the August recess.
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Researchers Report Barriers to Social Media Data in the EU
European researchers are struggling to access social media data due to barriers imposed by platforms under the EU's Digital Services Act.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
Senate Democrats Urged to Embrace Progress on Trump's Crypto Restrictions: White House
Senate Democrats are pushing for stricter enforcement of the Clarity Act, which would limit President Trump's crypto activities, despite his initial agreement to some restrictions.
Mercation Admin7 min - News
US Introduces AI Kill Switch Bill
The US Congress has introduced the AI Kill Switch Act, requiring major AI developers to implement emergency shutdown mechanisms for their systems.
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EU Sanctions Justin Sun's HTX, Following UK Action Two Months Earlier
The EU has included Justin Sun's HTX in its sanctions against Russia, following the UK's earlier action, but the exchange disputes the claims against it.
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Opinion: Quantum Cybersecurity Will Become a Scarce Profession
Quantum cybersecurity is poised to become a highly sought-after profession, driven by the transition to post-quantum cryptography in the U.S. and EU.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto
Bitcoin Security Consortium Launches $15M Quantum Defense Fund
A coalition of major financial and crypto firms has established a $15 million fund to enhance Bitcoin's defenses against quantum computing threats.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
Public Companies Are Abandoning Bitcoin Accumulation Strategies
Public companies are increasingly selling off Bitcoin holdings due to market pressures, with significant liquidations reported across various firms.
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EU Imposes Significant 21st Sanctions Package on Russia Targeting $120B Crypto Network
The EU has announced a substantial sanctions package against Russia, targeting its crypto network valued at $120 billion and banning 14 crypto firms.
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India Demands GitHub Remove Bitchat Repositories
India's Cyber Crime Coordination Centre has ordered GitHub to restrict access to Jack Dorsey's Bitchat app repositories, citing concerns over anonymous communication.
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India Reaches Out to GitHub for Removal of Dorsey’s Bitchat App
India's cybercrime agency has ordered the removal of Jack Dorsey's Bitchat app from GitHub, citing concerns over its use by protesters during internet shutdowns.
Mercation Admin4 min - News
Is the Bug Bounty Era Over?
The bug bounty landscape is shifting dramatically as AI-generated reports flood the market, leading to a crisis in cybersecurity and prompting major platforms to rethink their strategies.
Mercation Admin6 min