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Michael Saylor Presents 110-Point Rebuttal to Bitcoin's BIP-110
Michael Saylor has released a 110-point critique of Bitcoin's BIP-110 proposal, arguing it sets a dangerous precedent by invalidating valid transactions.
Mercation Admin3 min - News
One Year of the GENIUS Act: Current Landscape of Crypto
One year after its enactment, the GENIUS Act aims to establish federal regulations for stablecoins, although the rules are still in development.
Mercation Admin5 min - News
Mathematics as a Solution to AI's Threat to the Internet
Brian Trunzo argues that zero-knowledge proofs are essential to restore trust in an age where AI-generated content poses significant risks to the internet.
Mercation Admin8 min - Crypto
Tether's USDT Faces Regulatory Challenges as Two-Year Countdown Begins
Tether's USDT faces a crucial two-year compliance deadline under the GENIUS Act, which requires significant changes to maintain its U.S. market presence.
Mercation Admin8 min - News
U.S. Regulators Miss Deadline for GENIUS Act Implementation
U.S. regulators have missed the July 18 deadline to finalize rules for the GENIUS Act on stablecoins, leaving the implementation process ongoing.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
Zcash Launches New Node Aiming for Visa-Scale Privacy Processing 50,000 Transactions Per Second
Zcash has introduced the Zakura client, a new full node software designed to achieve Visa-level transaction privacy at 50,000 transactions per second.
Mercation Admin7 min - Crypto
France Directs ISPs to Block Access to Polymarket
France's gambling regulator has mandated internet service providers to block Polymarket, deeming it an illegal gambling platform due to concerns over user addiction and bypassing of financial restrictions.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
DOG Mode Highlights Bitcoin's Upcoming Governance Debate
Leonidas' DOG Mode client is contesting Bitcoin's relay policies, reigniting debates on censorship and network governance.
Mercation Admin4 min - News
Tokenization Emerges as a Top Priority for 84% of Financial Firms
A recent survey shows that 84% of financial firms prioritize tokenization, predicting its significant impact on markets within five years.
Mercation Admin4 min - News
French Regulator Forces Providers to Block Polymarket
The French National Gaming Authority has ordered ISPs to block Polymarket, citing illegal gambling and concerns over outcome manipulation.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto
Trezor Responds to ZachXBT's Criticism of Hardware Wallets
Trezor's CCO Danny Sanders admits hardware wallets can be inconvenient, responding to ZachXBT's criticism while defending their security for average users.
Mercation Admin1 min - News
Why is Russia Implementing a Mandatory 48-Hour Crypto Freeze?
This article discusses Russia's new cryptocurrency regulations, including a mandatory 48-hour freeze on large transfers, and the impact of AI on the tech industry.
Mercation Admin2 min