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Bitcoin: The Idea Hayek Never Asked For
This article explores the complex relationship between Bitcoin and the ideas of economists like Hayek and Friedman, revealing contradictions in its conception and function.
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JPMorgan, Bank of America, Citi to Launch Collaborative Tokenized Network
JPMorgan, Bank of America, and Citi are set to introduce a shared tokenized deposit network by 2027 to counter stablecoin risks to their deposits.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
Grayscale Calls Bitcoin Sale by Strategy a 'Stress Test'
Grayscale labels Strategy's recent Bitcoin sale as a 'stress test' for its financial model, raising concerns about its aggressive accumulation strategy.
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Anthropic: AI is Already Creating AI, While Human Oversight May Be a Limitation
Anthropic's latest report reveals AI is significantly contributing to its own development, suggesting human oversight may be the main barrier to progress.
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Gray Market for Peptides Surpasses $100M, Driven by Bitcoin and Looksmaxxing Trend
The gray market for peptides has skyrocketed to over $100 million, driven by the looksmaxxing trend and cryptocurrency payments, particularly Bitcoin and stablecoins.
Mercation Admin3 min - News
Google DeepMind's Demis Hassabis Predicts Rapid Arrival of AGI
Demis Hassabis, CEO of Google DeepMind, predicts AGI could emerge by 2030, urging society to prepare for its profound implications.
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'Dr. Doom'-backed Atlas Capital CEO warns of potential 70% drop in bitcoin before hitting $500,000
Reza Bundy, CEO of Atlas Capital, warns that bitcoin could fall 70% in the short term but maintains a long-term outlook of $150,000 to $500,000.
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Michael Saylor Attributes Bitcoin's 13% Drop to AI Capital Shift
Michael Saylor attributes Bitcoin's recent 13% decline to capital moving into AI investments, highlighting significant ETF outflows and market volatility.
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Crypto Billionaires Contribute $9.4M to Farage’s Reform UK in Q1
In Q1 2026, cryptocurrency billionaires Christopher Harborne and Ben Delo donated $9.4 million to Nigel Farage's Reform UK, surpassing contributions to major political parties.
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UK Teen Sanctioned by Russia for Exposing Crypto Money Laundering
A 17-year-old British student was sanctioned by Russia for exposing alleged cryptocurrency money laundering, marking a significant move against a young activist.
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Tom Lee's $250,000 Ether Projection: Analyzing the Mathematics Behind This Bold Prediction
Tom Lee predicts ether could reach $250,000, valuing Ethereum at $30 trillion. This projection raises questions about supply, demand, and market dynamics.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
Saylor's Take on Bitcoin's Decline Contrasts with Bearish Views
Michael Saylor attributes Bitcoin's recent decline to capital moving into AI, while bears suggest a more troubling scenario for the cryptocurrency.
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