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Europe's Crypto Regulation Needs Effective Implementation
The EU's MiCA framework for crypto regulation must be effectively implemented to realize its potential and ensure Europe's leadership in digital assets.
Mercation Admin5 min - Crypto
EU Takes Steps to Restrict Retail Access to Booming Prediction Markets
The EU has announced plans to restrict retail investors from accessing certain prediction markets, emphasizing the importance of compliance based on a product's derivative function rather than its name.
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UK's New Crypto Regulations Aim to Enhance Global Trading Amid Compliance Challenges
The U.K. FCA's new crypto regulations aim to bolster global trading, though significant compliance challenges remain that could hinder their effectiveness.
Mercation Admin5 min - Crypto
Impact of MiCA on Russians and Strategy's Cash Crisis
This article explores the impact of MiCA regulations on Russian crypto users, Strategy's financial struggles, and recent developments in the crypto industry.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
Zcash's Ironwood Upgrade Approaches as Developers Aim to Rebuild Trust After ZEC Decline
Developers of Zcash are nearing the testnet activation of the Ironwood upgrade, aiming to restore confidence after a significant decline in ZEC's value due to a vulnerability.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
Understanding Q-Day: The Quantum Challenge to Bitcoin
This article explores the implications of quantum computing on Bitcoin, detailing the potential risks and necessary adaptations to secure the leading blockchain against future threats.
Mercation Admin8 min - Crypto
Dispute Over Ownership of Dormant Bitcoin Addresses in the U.S.
A New York court case challenges claims over 39,069 dormant Bitcoin addresses, with John Doe 33 contesting the lawsuit and asserting ownership rights.
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Nigel Farage Reported to UK Standards Authority for Alleged Crypto Lobbying
Nigel Farage faces scrutiny after being reported for allegedly lobbying the Bank of England on crypto policy to benefit his major donor, Christopher Harborne.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
HTX Research: Liquidity and Regulation Will Shape the Crypto Market in Q3
HTX Research's Q3 2026 report highlights that global liquidity and regulation will shape the crypto market, with Bitcoin acting as a proxy for liquidity.
Mercation Admin6 min - Crypto
Options Markets Indicate Caution Among Bitcoin and Ether Traders
Despite signs of recovery in bitcoin and ether, traders remain cautious, as indicated by options market trends showing continued demand for protective measures.
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Alibaba Bans Anthropic Products Over Security Risks
Alibaba will ban Anthropic products in work environments starting July 10, citing security risks, and will promote its own Qoder platform instead.
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Senator Warren Proposes Ban on Crypto Earnings for Trump Family
Senator Elizabeth Warren has proposed a ban on crypto earnings for the Trump family, following the release of Donald Trump's financial disclosure showing significant income from digital assets.
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