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DOJ Initiative Freezes $3.8 Million in Fraudulent Cryptocurrency with Support from Coinbase and Others
A joint effort involving Coinbase, SpaceX, and others has led to the freezing of $3.8 million in illicit cryptocurrency, aimed at combating fraud.
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Coinbase Announces First Fannie Mae-Backed Mortgages Using Bitcoin
A Michigan couple has made history by securing the first Fannie Mae-backed mortgage using Bitcoin as collateral, as announced by Coinbase.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
Morning Minute: Cryptocurrency Plummets, New Lows Ahead
Cryptocurrency markets face a significant downturn, with major coins like Bitcoin and Ethereum dropping 6-10%. Arthur Hayes predicts a market peak is near.
Mercation Admin6 min - Crypto
Bitcoin Dips to $62,000 as Saylor Shares Insights
Bitcoin has dropped to $62,000, with Michael Saylor commenting on the market dynamics as Arthur Hayes exits certain positions amid rising volatility.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
US Treasury Advances Bitcoin Reserve Plans, Says Bessent
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent reported that the establishment of a strategic Bitcoin reserve is underway, emphasizing the need for the CLARITY Act to maintain U.S. competitiveness in digital assets.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
Standard Chartered Identifies Three 'Ifs' That Impact Bitcoin's Market Position
Standard Chartered's Geoff Kendrick outlines three key factors influencing Bitcoin's market position amid recent declines, suggesting potential for a market low soon.
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Cost of Establishing a Military Cyber Force in the U.S. Estimated
A report estimates the initial budget for the U.S. Cyber Force will be between $10 billion and $11 billion, aiming for operational readiness in 12-18 months.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto
Bitcoin Metric Indicates Bear Market Bottom Has Been Reached Again
A key bitcoin metric has indicated that over half of the circulating supply is now at unrealized losses, suggesting a potential bear market bottom.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
Cardano's ADA Drops Below 20 Cents as Hoskinson Announces a Break
Cardano's ADA token has fallen below 20 cents as founder Charles Hoskinson announces a break, citing concerns over ecosystem failures.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
Polymarket Rules Out May Sale, Affirms June Sale After Strategy's Bitcoin Transaction
Polymarket has declared the May bitcoin sale prediction as No and the June one as Yes, following a vote by UMA token holders regarding Strategy's recent bitcoin sale.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
Bitcoin Drops Below $62,000 as $1.5 Billion in Crypto Longs Liquidated
Bitcoin's price fell below $62,000, resulting in over $1.5 billion in liquidations in the crypto market, as institutional demand continues to wane.
Mercation Admin2 min - News
Advanced AI Models Promote 'Harmful Intimacy' with Users, Research Shows
A USC study reveals that leading AI models frequently breach social safety guidelines, highlighting issues of emotional attachment and unhealthy user relationships.
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