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October Sees Declines for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana ETFs
October has been unkind to cryptocurrency ETFs, with significant outflows for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana funds amid volatile market conditions.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto
Zcash's Strategy to Protect Against AI and Quantum Threats
Zcash plans to enhance security with post-quantum signatures and private queries, addressing concerns over AI and quantum threats.
Mercation Admin1 min - News
Life Insurer Backed by Sam Altman Secures $37.5 Million in Bitcoin Funding
Meanwhile, a Bitcoin-based life insurer, raised $37.5 million led by Bain Capital, bringing total funding to over $180 million.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto
Bitcoin and Ether Liquidity Recovered; Altcoins Still Struggling
Bitcoin and Ether have improved liquidity levels a year after the crisis, while altcoins continue to struggle.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
Bitcoin's $19 Billion Lesson: One Year On, What Have Traders Learned?
A year after a significant Bitcoin crash, traders reflect on lessons learned and ongoing market risks as derivatives influence price stability.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto
Cryptocurrency Bypasses China Through Alternative Channels
Bitcoin's market has seen a significant decline since its peak, while China's crypto landscape evolves with increasing stablecoin usage.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
Bitcoin Experiences Increased Price Swings Despite Lower Volatility
Bitcoin is facing increased price fluctuations this year, surpassing 2018 levels, despite overall volatility decline, posing risk challenges for investors.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
Robinhood Chain Sees Significant Drop in Transactions and Trading Activity
Robinhood Chain faces a 40% drop in daily transactions since mid-September, prompting the brokerage to absorb network fees until year-end.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto
Blockchain.com Pursues Licenses for U.S. Prediction Markets and Crypto Derivatives
Blockchain.com has applied for CFTC licenses to offer prediction markets and crypto derivatives to U.S. users, aiming to establish its own regulated platform.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto
Bitcoin Shows Signs of Recovery After a Challenging Week
Bitcoin has climbed to $82,837 after a dip, while market sentiment remains cautious amid ETF losses and a neutral Fear & Greed Index.
Mercation Admin1 min - Stocks
TD Cowen Warns of Risks for MicroStrategy Shareholders
TD Cowen raises Bitcoin forecasts but warns MicroStrategy investors of potential risks due to share dilution and financial obligations.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto
Ledger Probes Possible Wallet Tampering Amid $86 Million Crypto Theft Claims
Ledger is probing claims of an $86 million crypto theft linked to devices sold by CryptoBilis, amid fears of potential supply-chain tampering.
Mercation Admin1 min