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Bitcoin Rally Slows as Investors Assess Inflation Figures and Oil Prices
Bitcoin's recent rally has slowed as investors absorb U.S. inflation data and rising oil prices complicate the outlook for the cryptocurrency market.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
ISO Standardizes Post-Quantum Algorithm Classic McEliece
ISO has standardized the Classic McEliece algorithm for post-quantum encryption, enhancing security against quantum computer attacks.
Mercation Admin1 min - News
Japan Recognizes Crypto Assets as Financial Instruments
Japan's parliament has recognized cryptocurrencies as financial instruments, paving the way for new regulations and potential crypto ETFs.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
Crypto Stabilizes Amid Middle East Strife and U.S. Inflation Data
Bitcoin remains stable at a three-week high despite rising U.S.-Iran tensions, countering the positive impact of a recent U.S. inflation report.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
US and UK Propose Joint Recommendations for Stablecoin Regulation
The U.S. and UK Treasuries have released joint recommendations to harmonize regulations on stablecoins and tokenized assets, fostering transatlantic cooperation.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
Will Quantum Hackers Steal Billions from Satoshi Nakamoto?
Quantum computers threaten cryptocurrency security, raising questions about the future of Satoshi Nakamoto's coins. Experts discuss the industry's adaptation to this challenge.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
Market Update: Bitcoin and Ether ETFs Experience Inflows Amid Price Gains
Bitcoin and Ether ETFs saw significant inflows on Tuesday, recovering from recent losses, driven largely by BlackRock's funds amid rising prices.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto
AI Writes 95% of Coinbase's Code
Coinbase is now using AI to generate over 95% of its code, significantly increasing automation and reducing its workforce.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto
Bitcoin Approaches $65,000 as U.S. Inflation Eases, Impacting Fed Rate Hike Speculations
Bitcoin approaches $65,000 following a significant drop in U.S. inflation, leading to reduced expectations for a Federal Reserve rate hike.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
Binance aims to transform into a crypto 'super app' as stablecoins drive growth
Binance is shifting its focus towards becoming a payments-oriented 'super app', emphasizing financial services over trading, with stablecoins playing a crucial role in this transition.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
Three Mining Companies Reduced Bitcoin Production in June
CleanSpark, BitFuFu, and Canaan reported declines in Bitcoin production for June, despite lower mining difficulty. CleanSpark also signed a significant lease agreement worth $6.6 billion.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
Impact of Wikipedia Blackout on AI Understanding of Crypto
A Chainstory report highlights how Wikipedia's outdated guidelines may limit AI tools like ChatGPT in understanding the cryptocurrency landscape due to a lack of entries.
Mercation Admin4 min