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Aave and Solana Tokens Drive Crypto Recovery as Bitcoin Holds Steady at $60,000
Aave and Solana ecosystem tokens are driving a recovery in the crypto market, with Bitcoin stabilizing around $60,000 after a sell-off.
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
Linux Foundation and Tech Giants Introduce Akrites to Safeguard Open Source from AI Threats
The Linux Foundation has launched Akrites with 19 tech giants to address critical open-source vulnerabilities before they're exploited by AI-driven attacks.
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
Ex-Ethereum Foundation Leader Highlights Funding Challenges Amid Governance Changes
Trent Van Epps, a former Ethereum Foundation member, stresses the urgent need for new funding solutions as the Foundation steps back from its central role.
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
AI Agent Resilient Against 6,000 Hack Attempts—Here’s What Happened
An AI assistant named Fiu successfully resisted over 6,000 hacking attempts in a viral challenge, demonstrating resilience against prompt injection attacks.
Mercation Admin3 min - News
Kalshi Gains Attention During FIFA World Cup as Prediction Market Trading Hits New Heights
Kalshi's partnership with ADI Predictstreet highlights a surge in prediction market trading, reaching $14.5 billion weekly amid the World Cup excitement.
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.
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