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SBI Crypto to Close Mining Pool Representing About 2% of Bitcoin's Hashrate
SBI Crypto will terminate its Bitcoin mining pool on July 31, 2026, affecting around 2% of Bitcoin's network hashrate, as miners are urged to shift their contributions before the deadline.
Mercation Admin3 min - News
Russia's Central Bank Sets Date for Crypto Regulation Launch
Russia's Central Bank plans to implement cryptocurrency regulations starting September 1, 2023, with a transitional period lasting until July 2027.
Mercation Admin1 min - News
Ondo Finance Launches SEC-Compliant Tokenization Model Featuring BlackRock ETF and Micron Shares
Ondo Finance has launched a new tokenization model compliant with SEC regulations, featuring BlackRock's ETF and Micron shares, aiming to integrate blockchain into U.S. securities.
Mercation Admin5 min - News
Shanghai Launches Quantum Computing Development Zone
Shanghai has launched a new quantum computing development zone, aiming to foster over 100 quantum companies in three years.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto
Standard Chartered Pioneers Direct USDC Access for Institutions
Standard Chartered has become the first G-SIB to provide institutional clients direct access to mint and redeem USDC, beginning in Dubai.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
JPMorgan Warns Strategy's Bitcoin Sales Policy Introduces 'Two-Way Risk'
JPMorgan critiques Strategy's bitcoin sales policy, stating it introduces unnecessary volatility and suggests maintaining larger cash reserves for stability.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
Metaplanet Acquires 2,823 Bitcoin in Q2 as Purchase Rate Slows
Metaplanet acquired 2,823 Bitcoin in Q2, totaling 43,000 BTC, marking its smallest purchase in a year as the firm adjusts its funding strategy amid losses.
Mercation Admin2 min - Macro
U.S. Job Growth Declined Significantly in June with 57,000 New Positions
U.S. job growth saw a significant decline in June, with only 57,000 positions added, impacting expectations for Federal Reserve interest rate hikes.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
SBI Crypto to Shut Down Mining Pool
SBI Crypto will close its Bitcoin mining pool on July 31, ceasing operations and deposits, while encouraging users to transition to other pools.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto
K Wave Media Exits Bitcoin for AI Amid Financial Struggles
K Wave Media, a Nasdaq-listed company, is pivoting from its bitcoin strategy to focus on AI, reporting a complete liquidation of its crypto holdings.
Mercation Admin5 min - Crypto
Robinhood Unveils 'Robinhood Chain' with Tokenized Stocks
Robinhood has launched Robinhood Chain, an Ethereum layer-2 platform focusing on tokenized stocks, alongside significant market movements in crypto and AI.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
Europe's Crypto Framework Undergoes Rethink Three Years Post-MiCA
Europe is revisiting its crypto regulatory framework, MiCA, to adapt to the evolving landscape, particularly with stablecoins gaining traction.
Mercation Admin6 min