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Blockchain Association Urges Supreme Court to Review Fed's Banking Access Decisions
The Blockchain Association is advocating for Custodia Bank’s Supreme Court appeal against the Fed's banking access decisions, warning of potential overreach by federal regulators.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto

Bitcoin's $1 Million Price Prediction May Be Overly Optimistic, Analysis Indicates
Recent analyses suggest the prediction of bitcoin reaching $1 million may be overly optimistic due to rising U.S. Treasury yields making non-yielding assets less attractive.
Mercation Admin4 min - News

Bitcoin Firms Seek AI Lab Support to Enhance Security Against Hacks
Over 40 bitcoin and crypto firms have urged AI labs to grant independent security researchers access to advanced models to bolster network security.
Mercation Admin2 min - News

Trezor Alerts 14,000 Users Following Data Breach at Partner Company
Trezor has alerted nearly 14,000 customers about a data breach at ShipMonk, its fulfillment partner, exposing sensitive information for the first time.
Mercation Admin4 min - News

Metaplanet Refutes Bitcoin Sale Claims Amid BitBonds Launch
Metaplanet's CEO Simon Gerovich has refuted claims of selling Bitcoin amidst the company's launch of BitBonds, a new debt initiative.
Mercation Admin2 min - News

Hawaii to Prohibit Cash Transactions at Crypto ATMs Starting October
Hawaii will ban cash deposits at crypto ATMs starting October 1, targeting scams that exploit vulnerable users, particularly the elderly.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto

Riot Platforms Sells 4,300 BTC
Riot Platforms has sold 4,300 BTC to cover operational costs and expand its data centers, currently holding 11,380 BTC.
Mercation Admin1 min - News

Trezor Reports Data Breach Affecting Nearly 14,000 Customers
Trezor revealed a data breach affecting 13,689 customers due to a hack of logistics partner ShipMonk, prompting warnings about potential phishing attacks.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto

Advisors Face Crypto Knowledge Gap Amid Client Demand
As more clients incorporate crypto into their estate plans, traditional financial advisors risk falling behind if they fail to engage with this growing asset class.
Mercation Admin7 min - Crypto

B2C2 Appoints Former Schroders Executive to Expand in Asia
B2C2 has hired Jason Lai, former Schroders Wealth Management Asia chairman, to boost its presence among family offices and asset managers in Asia.
Mercation Admin4 min - News

FCA and HTX Engage in Settlement Discussions Over Unauthorized Crypto Promotions in the UK
The FCA is in settlement talks with HTX over claims of illegal crypto promotions in the UK, with court proceedings paused until late August.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto

Kalshi Negotiates $750 Million Funding with Sequoia and Wellington at $40 Billion Valuation
Kalshi is negotiating with Sequoia Capital and Wellington Management to raise $750 million at a $40 billion valuation, following a previous successful funding round.
Mercation Admin3 min