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EU Regulator to Assess Operational Resilience of Crypto Custodians
The EU's ESMA has initiated a program to evaluate the operational resilience of cryptocurrency custodians, focusing on risk management and compliance.
Mercation Admin1 min - News
Australia Reports Slower Job Growth in AI-Sensitive Professions
Australia's first national report on AI's impact reveals slower job growth in AI-sensitive sectors, with no signs of mass layoffs yet.
Mercation Admin4 min - News
SEC Adds Three Crypto Initiatives to 2026 Agenda
The SEC has added three proposals for crypto asset regulation to its 2026 agenda, aiming to clarify the regulatory framework for the industry.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto
How Telegram is Evolving into a Financial Ecosystem — Insights from ONLY
Telegram is evolving into a financial ecosystem with services like ONLY, allowing users to trade and manage cryptocurrencies seamlessly within the app.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
XRP Ledger's latest upgrade faces mixed reception
The XRP Ledger's upgrade to v3.2.0 is gaining validator support but still trails the previous version in node count, with a separate security amendment lagging behind.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
Secret Network Proposes Moving SCRT Token to Arbitrum
Secret Network is seeking community approval to move its SCRT token from Cosmos to Arbitrum due to security concerns and recent hacking incidents.
Mercation Admin1 min - News
SEC to Roll Out Long-Awaited Crypto Regulations This Month
The SEC is set to announce its long-awaited crypto regulations this month, which will include safe harbors and exemptions for specific crypto activities.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
Tether Allocates $20 Million to Mercado Bitcoin for Latin American Growth
Tether is investing $20 million in Mercado Bitcoin to enhance blockchain financial services across Latin America, targeting various growth initiatives.
Mercation Admin2 min - News
Kenya's Capital Markets Authority Aims to Acquire Blockchain Crime Tracking Tool
Kenya's Capital Markets Authority is looking to acquire a blockchain analytics tool to regulate its crypto market, targeting fraud and compliance issues.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
U.S. SEC Set to Introduce Crypto Regulation This Month to Support Startups
The U.S. SEC is preparing to propose a significant crypto regulation this month aimed at easing regulatory burdens on startups and fundraising activities.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
Bernstein Sets Ambitious $150,000 Bitcoin Target
Bernstein analysts maintain a $150,000 Bitcoin target by year-end, citing favorable capital flows and market maturity despite a 54% drop from peak levels.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
EU to Expand MiCA to DeFi and NFTs
The European Parliament has approved a position to expand MiCA regulations to include DeFi and NFTs, aiming for clearer rules in the crypto sector.
Mercation Admin2 min