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Vanguard Seeks Digital Assets Chief as Crypto Strategy Evolves
Vanguard is on the lookout for a head of digital assets, a key position aimed at reshaping its strategy in the cryptocurrency and blockchain sectors.
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Digital Chamber Urges Court to Dismiss Lawsuit Over Inactive Bitcoin Addresses
The Digital Chamber has filed an amicus brief urging the New York Supreme Court to dismiss a lawsuit claiming rights to inactive Bitcoin wallets, warning of risks to digital asset custody.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
Binance's Share of RWA Trading Exceeds 60%
In 2026, Binance dominated RWA trading with a 60.9% share, processing nearly $1 trillion in transactions, according to CoinDesk Research.
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UN Calls for Accelerated Global AI Regulation
UN Secretary-General António Guterres calls for global AI regulations to protect children and ban lethal autonomous weapons, emphasizing the need for human oversight.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
XRP Faces Resistance Near $1.14 Amid Low Trading Volume
XRP struggles to maintain momentum as it nears resistance at $1.14, with low trading volume causing traders to await confirmation before further action.
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ByteDance and Alibaba Disable Humanlike AI Features Amid China Regulations
ByteDance and Alibaba are discontinuing humanlike AI features ahead of new Chinese regulations that ban emotional AI interactions, a first of its kind in the country.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
$20 Million Stolen in Governance Attack on Solana's Bonk Coin
BonkDAO, the organization behind the Bonk meme coin, lost $20 million due to a governance attack that transferred tokens to an unauthorized address.
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'We Cannot Vibe Code the Future of Humanity,' Warns UN Chief at AI Summit
UN Secretary-General António Guterres highlighted the urgent need for AI governance at the Global Dialogue in Geneva, warning against unregulated AI development and advocating for global safety standards.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
Bernstein Analysts Hold $150K Bitcoin Target as Prices Rise
Bernstein analysts reaffirm their $150,000 Bitcoin target despite a significant price drop, citing potential regulatory clarity and ongoing buying strategies as supportive factors.
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CertiK Reports $1.32 Billion in Crypto Industry Losses Due to Hacks in H1 2026
CertiK reports that the crypto industry lost $1.32 billion to hacks in H1 2026, a 46.8% decrease year-over-year, though adjusted figures suggest a 28% increase.
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Bitcoin's Sharpe Ratio Approaches Levels Seen in Final Phases of Bear Markets
The Sharpe ratio for Bitcoin has dropped to extreme negative levels, indicating market pessimism, as analysts warn of potential volatility ahead.
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No More Kicking: How Companies Are Making Robots Safer
Manufacturers are enhancing robot safety systems to prevent accidents, using AI and innovative designs to ensure safe interactions with humans.
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