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Robinhood Chain Sees Fivefold Surge in Real-World Assets Amid Increased Trading
Robinhood Chain has seen its real-world assets soar to $70 million, a fivefold increase as tokenized stocks begin to trade in larger volumes.
Mercation Admin4 min - News
New Russian Cryptocurrency Law and EU Sanctions: What's Next?
This week, we explore Russia's new digital currency law, EU sanctions, the closure of BitMEX, and the launch of Gram Wallet in Telegram.
Mercation Admin2 min - News
Cybersecurity Weekly: DEX Ostium Hack, Kratos Shutdown, and More
This week's cybersecurity news highlights significant breaches and incidents, including the Ostium DEX hack and the shutdown of the Kratos phishing service.
Mercation Admin6 min - Crypto
Hyperliquid Sees Stocks Surpass Crypto Trading Volume, ARK Invest Comments
Hyperliquid's trading volume from real-world assets has surpassed that of cryptocurrencies for the first time, highlighting a significant shift in the market.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
Samsung Wallet to Introduce Support for Stablecoins Like USDC
Samsung Wallet will soon support stablecoins, including USDC, as part of its ongoing crypto integration efforts, announced at Galaxy Unpacked.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
Poolin, Previously One of the Largest Bitcoin Mining Pools, Enters Bankruptcy
Poolin Technology filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, owing $163.7 million to users. The company is auctioning its Texas mining sites as part of the process.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
Strategy Revamps Bitcoin Metrics with 'Net Bitcoin Per Share'
Strategy has revamped its Bitcoin valuation metrics, introducing 'net Bitcoin per share' to clarify shareholder stakes amid a shift to digital credit.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
Bitcoin ETFs Experience $225M Outflow, Ending Inflow Streak Amid Iran Tensions
Bitcoin ETFs recorded $225.2 million in outflows on July 23, ending a seven-day inflow streak, as market tensions rise due to the ongoing U.S.-Iran conflict.
Mercation Admin2 min - News
EU Sanctions Justin Sun's HTX, Following UK Action Two Months Earlier
The EU has included Justin Sun's HTX in its sanctions against Russia, following the UK's earlier action, but the exchange disputes the claims against it.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
Saylor and Team Revise Bitcoin Metrics Framework Amid Ongoing Bear Market
Strategy has introduced a new bitcoin metrics framework to enhance transparency for shareholders during the ongoing bear market, clarifying the impact of debt obligations.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
RWA Trading Volume Surpasses 50% on Hyperliquid for the First Time
RWA trading on Hyperliquid has surpassed 50% of total volume for the first time, marking a significant shift in the DeFi landscape.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto
Bitcoin Security Consortium Launches $15M Quantum Defense Fund
A coalition of major financial and crypto firms has established a $15 million fund to enhance Bitcoin's defenses against quantum computing threats.
Mercation Admin4 min