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Citi to Introduce Bitcoin Custody Services for Institutions
Citigroup plans to introduce bitcoin custody services for institutional clients later this year, allowing them to manage bitcoin alongside traditional assets.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto

The End of Easy Money in Crypto Leads to Project Failures
The crypto industry faces a wave of project failures as inflated valuations and weak business models come to light, says Global Settlement Network CEO Ryan Kirkley.
Mercation Admin5 min - Crypto

Cash App Expands Crypto Offerings Beyond Bitcoin and USDC with MoonPay
Cash App is expanding its cryptocurrency offerings by integrating MoonPay, allowing users to purchase various digital assets beyond bitcoin and USDC.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto

Bitcoin Surpasses Stock Market in Daily Performance
On August 17, Bitcoin outperformed the stock market, a rare occurrence noted by analysts at Glassnode, indicating potential market trends.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto

PUMP Sees First Golden Cross as Revenue Reaches Seven-Month Peak
PUMP token achieves its first golden cross as revenue reaches a seven-month peak, signaling a potential turnaround after a prolonged downturn.
Mercation Admin5 min - Crypto

Visa Seeks New Stablecoin Settlement Partner Following BVNK Acquisition by Mastercard
Visa is on the lookout for a new stablecoin settlement partner following the acquisition of BVNK by Mastercard, focusing on support for multiple stablecoins.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto

Ethereum's Upcoming Upgrade Alters Gas Fee Structure
The upcoming Ethereum upgrade, Glamsterdam, will change the gas fee structure for transactions, particularly affecting new addresses.
Mercation Admin4 min - News

Jeonbuk Bank Becomes First Regional Bank in South Korea to Implement Ripple Payments
Ripple partners with Jeonbuk Bank, the first regional bank in South Korea, to enable faster cross-border payments.
Mercation Admin1 min - News

Chainalysis Challenges $94.6M ICE Contract Awarded to TRM Labs
Chainalysis is suing the U.S. government over a $94.6 million ICE contract awarded to TRM Labs without a competitive bidding process.
Mercation Admin2 min - News

Trump-Linked Crypto Firm Partners with Chinese AI Developers
World Liberty Financial, linked to Donald Trump, partners with Chinese AI company WorldClaw, raising national security concerns.
Mercation Admin6 min - Crypto

Widening Energy Market Crack Could Impact Bitcoin
The widening gap in energy prices, known as the "crack," could have significant effects on Bitcoin as inflation concerns rise amidst ongoing geopolitical tensions.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto

South Korea Imposes Restrictions on Polymarket Access
South Korea has blocked access to Polymarket, citing gambling law violations, joining over 30 jurisdictions with similar restrictions.
Mercation Admin3 min