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What to Expect from Binance's Exit from Europe and New Crypto Laws in Russia
This article discusses Binance's exit from Europe, new crypto regulations in Russia, and the evolving landscape of the cryptocurrency market.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
Maxine Waters Opposes Crypto in 401(k)s as Labor Department Proposes New Rule
Maxine Waters, a senior Democrat, is calling for the Labor Department to withdraw its proposal allowing cryptocurrencies in 401(k) plans, citing investor risks.
Mercation Admin3 min - News
Senators Seek Clarification from CFTC Regarding Polymarket's Alleged Misleading Promotions
Senators are pressing the CFTC for clarity on Polymarket's alleged deceptive marketing practices, raising concerns about consumer protection enforcement.
Mercation Admin2 min - News
OpenAI Introduces GPT-5.6 with Restricted Access Due to Government Request
OpenAI has launched a limited preview of GPT-5.6 models Sol, Terra, and Luna, following a U.S. government request for restricted access as they develop AI evaluation frameworks.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
Anti-trafficking organization warns Clarity Act's Section 604 may reduce accountability
The Alliance to End Human Trafficking warns that Section 604 of the Clarity Act could hinder accountability for crypto platform developers linked to human trafficking.
Mercation Admin4 min - News
Jansen Teng from Virtuals Discusses the Rise of AI as Economic Agents
Jansen Teng of Virtuals discusses the shift of AI agents from gaming to becoming autonomous economic players, managing finances, and collaborating in a new economic landscape.
Mercation Admin3 min - News
Spain's Regulator Confirms No Extensions for EU Crypto Licensing Deadline, Binance Faces Challenges
Spain's securities regulator has ruled out any extensions for the EU's MiCA licensing deadline, putting pressure on Binance, which may need to halt its operations in Europe.
Mercation Admin2 min - News
Trump Administration Requests Limited Release of GPT-5.6 from OpenAI
The Trump administration has requested OpenAI to restrict the initial rollout of GPT-5.6 to select government partners as officials assess the model under new regulations.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
Singapore Regulator Adds Hyperliquid to Risky Platforms List
The Monetary Authority of Singapore has added Hyperliquid to its Investor Alert List, clarifying that this does not imply a ban or enforcement action.
Mercation Admin1 min - News
Polymarket to Compensate Users After Contractor Attack
Polymarket has pledged to fully reimburse users after a third-party contractor attack led to the theft of approximately $3 million in funds.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
Binance Suspends Services for EU Users After MiCA License Setback
Binance has announced it will suspend services for users in the EU after failing to secure a MiCA license before the deadline.
Mercation Admin3 min - News
Anthropic Accuses Alibaba-Linked Operators of Distilling Claude
Anthropic has accused Alibaba-linked operators of conducting a large-scale distillation attack on its AI model, Claude, raising concerns about unauthorized access and competition.
Mercation Admin2 min