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CoinShares Survey Reveals Investors' 'Invisible' Crypto Assets
A CoinShares survey reveals that many wealth managers are unaware of their clients' investments in digital assets, highlighting a significant management gap.
Mercation Admin1 min - News
AAA Unveils Legal Standard for AI Agents
The AAA, along with Integra Ledger and other companies, has launched the Legal Context Protocol (LCP) to establish a legal framework for AI agent transactions.
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CoinEx Refutes Allegations of Being $3.84 Billion Link to Sanctioned Iranian Crypto Firms
CoinEx has rejected allegations from TRM Labs that it facilitated $3.84 billion in transactions with sanctioned Iranian crypto firms, claiming no ties to such entities.
Mercation Admin3 min - News
Kalshi Aims for $40 Billion Valuation Following Recent $1 Billion Fundraise
Kalshi is pursuing a $40 billion valuation shortly after a $1 billion funding round, as it navigates a complex legal landscape regarding prediction markets.
Mercation Admin2 min - News
South Korean Regulator Fines Bithumb for Data Breach
South Korea's PIPC has fined Bithumb 210 million won for unauthorized data transfers to foreign firms, highlighting the need for stricter data protection protocols.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto
How Euro Stablecoins Lost a Battle That Never Started
Euro stablecoins are struggling to compete with dollar and lira counterparts, facing regulatory hurdles and lack of demand.
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US Democrats Urge SEC to Strengthen Oversight of AI Trading
US lawmakers are urging the SEC to enhance oversight of AI trading agents amid concerns about market integrity and accountability.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto
Ripple's RLUSD Stablecoin Launches in Japan Following Regulatory Approval
Ripple's RLUSD stablecoin has officially launched in Japan after receiving regulatory approval, allowing it to be offered to both institutional and retail users via SBI VC Trade.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
XRP Drops 2.8% as Weak Recovery Keeps $1 Support in Sight
XRP experienced a 2.8% decline, falling to approximately $1.07, as it struggles to regain lost support levels amidst a broader market pullback.
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Kalshi Takes Legal Action Against Illinois Over New Tax on Sports Prediction Markets
Kalshi has filed a lawsuit against Illinois over a newly imposed 15% tax on sports-related prediction market revenue, claiming the state lacks authority for such taxation.
Mercation Admin2 min - News
Binance Pulls MiCA License Application in Greece, EU Users Affected
Binance has retracted its MiCA license application in Greece, opting to seek approval in another EU country, leaving some users uncertain about the future.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
Binance Withdraws MiCA License Application in Greece
Binance has withdrawn its MiCA license application in Greece, planning to seek authorization in another EU country amid regulatory challenges.
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