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The SEC's Delay on Stock Tokenization: A Necessary Breather
The SEC's decision to delay tokenizing U.S. stocks is a welcome pause, allowing for the development of better compliance systems, argues Dr. Ravishankar Chamarajnagar.
Mercation Admin6 min - News
Ethereum Foundation lays off 20% of workforce amid leadership shifts
The Ethereum Foundation is undergoing a significant workforce reduction, cutting 20% of its staff due to extensive leadership changes and a restructuring of its strategic focus.
Mercation Admin3 min - News
Former BIS Chief Envisions Coexistence of Stablecoins and Fiat
Agustin Carstens, former BIS chief, suggests stablecoins can coexist with fiat money, emphasizing the need for regulatory coordination for global interaction.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
Bitcoin Could Fall 15% or More Before Hitting Bottom, Indicator Suggests
Bitcoin may need to drop by 15% or more to find its market bottom, with significant support levels identified around $50,000 to $54,000.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
European Parliament Approves Framework for Digital Euro
The European Parliament has approved a framework aimed at launching a digital euro by 2029, enhancing Europe's financial independence from U.S. payment giants.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
Solana Captures 95% of Tokenized Stock Market in a Week
Solana dominated the tokenized stock market last week, capturing 95% of trading volume, driven by the launch of the SPCX token linked to SpaceX's IPO.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto
Fomo's $75M Funding Round Highlights Continued VC Interest in Consumer Crypto
Fomo, a consumer-focused crypto app, has raised $75M led by Index Ventures, indicating strong VC interest in the crypto market despite downturns.
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DeepMind Researchers Call AI Consciousness Debate a Political Issue
DeepMind researchers argue that the debate over AI consciousness could lead to significant political conflicts, highlighting the need for public discourse and consensus.
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U.S. Senate Approves Housing Legislation Including Four-Year CBDC Ban
The U.S. Senate has passed the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, which includes a ban on the Federal Reserve issuing a CBDC until 2030.
Mercation Admin3 min - News
Trump Mandates U.S. Federal Systems to Transition to Post-Quantum Cryptography
President Trump has mandated a shift to post-quantum cryptography for U.S. federal systems to enhance cybersecurity and stimulate innovation.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
Ethereum Foundation Identifies MEV as a Key Risk for the Network
Bastian Aue of the Ethereum Foundation highlights MEV as a critical risk, emphasizing the need for resilience against censorship and maintaining Ethereum's open infrastructure.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
XRP Approaches $1.10 Support as Traders Monitor Three-Week Range
XRP is testing critical support around $1.10 as it trades within a narrow range, with institutional demand remaining strong despite declining retail sentiment.
Mercation Admin3 min