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Nakamoto Inc. Sells Bitcoin to Reduce Debt and Initiates Share Buyback
Nakamoto Inc. sold $48 million in Bitcoin to reduce debt and initiated a $25 million share buyback program, while also refinancing existing debts.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
Coinbase Unveils AI Trading Tool for Cryptocurrency Transactions
Coinbase has launched Coinbase for Agents, a tool enabling AI agents to trade cryptocurrencies and manage portfolios for users, marking a significant leap in AI-driven financial transactions.
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Anthropic Issues Apology Over Claude Fable 5's Hidden Censorship—But There's a Drawback
Anthropic has apologized for hidden censorship in Claude Fable 5, admitting it was the wrong approach and promising more transparency, but warns of increased false positives.
Mercation Admin3 min - News
Former xAI Engineer Files Lawsuit Against Elon Musk's xAI Over Safety Concerns
Devin Kim, a former xAI engineer, has filed a lawsuit claiming wrongful termination after raising safety concerns about the Grok AI chatbot.
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Authorities Arrest Two in AudiA6 Bitcoin Money Laundering Case
Authorities have arrested two men in Georgia for laundering $389 million in Bitcoin through the AudiA6 organization, which was involved in illicit activities.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
Sygnum: Banking Infrastructure Evolving Beyond Stablecoin Dominance
Sygnum reveals that institutional clients are seeking integrated platforms for various tokenized cash instruments, moving away from a single stablecoin focus.
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2026 World Cup Expected to Drive Billions in Prediction Market Activity: Bernstein
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is anticipated to generate up to $10 billion in betting and prediction market activity, marking a key moment for the industry, according to Bernstein.
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Banking Groups Advocate for Stablecoin Regulations in Secondary Markets
U.S. banking groups are urging regulators to extend AML rules for stablecoins to cover secondary market transactions, emphasizing the need for clarity and flexibility in oversight.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
Michael Saylor and Jack Mallers Clash Over Bitcoin Reporting Metrics
Michael Saylor and Jack Mallers engaged in a heated debate at BTC Prague regarding Strategy's bitcoin valuation metrics and the implications of equity issuance on shareholder value.
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IMF Calls for Nepal to Regulate Rising Crypto Activity Despite Ban
The IMF has highlighted a rise in cryptocurrency usage in Nepal, urging the country to regulate the sector despite its existing ban.
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Bithumb's CEO Investigated in South Korean Bribery Case
Bithumb's CEO, Lee Jae-won, is under investigation for alleged bribery related to hiring a lawmaker's relative, as South Korean authorities intensify their probe.
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Anthropic CEO Calls for Stricter AI Oversight
Dario Amodei, CEO of Anthropic, advocates for stricter AI regulations, including mandatory safety checks and external audits, to address potential risks and labor market disruptions.
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