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- Banking Policy
ECB Warns of Bank Deposit Outflows to Stablecoins
The ECB warns that increasing stablecoin usage could reduce retail bank deposits, highlighting the need for CBDCs to maintain public money's role in digital payments.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto
SBI Group Expands to Create Asia's First Cross-Border Digital Asset Network
SBI Group has acquired Coinhako, aiming to establish a digital asset corridor across Asia, partnering with Ondo Finance for tokenization and expanding its influence in the region.
Mercation Admin5 min - Crypto
Citadel Securities Allocates $400M to Crypto.com Valued at $20B
Citadel Securities has made a substantial $400 million investment in Crypto.com, elevating its valuation to $20 billion, marking a significant shift in the firm’s approach to the crypto landscape.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
HTX Trading Volume Exceeds $870 Billion in First Half of 2026
HTX reported a trading volume exceeding $870 billion in H1 2026, with significant user growth and multiple awards for its services.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
Visa Launches Stablecoin Platform for Banks
Visa has launched the Visa Stablecoin Platform (VSP) for banks and fintechs, facilitating stablecoin transactions with enhanced security features.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto
Exchanges Are Just an Option Now: What Non-Custodial Wallets Can Do in 2026
In 2026, non-custodial wallets are evolving to handle more trading tasks, while centralized exchanges are becoming specialized tools.
Mercation Admin5 min - Crypto
Bitcoin’s anti-spam initiative receives a 'DOG Mode' response
Leonidas introduces DOG Mode, a new Bitcoin client that bypasses BIP 110, aiming to ease transaction restrictions without requiring miner approval.
Mercation Admin5 min - Crypto
Morgan Stanley Introduces Trading for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana on E*Trade
Morgan Stanley has launched trading for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana on E*TRADE, allowing users to manage crypto alongside traditional investments.
Mercation Admin2 min - News
Visa Launches Stablecoin Platform for Financial Institutions
Visa has launched its Stablecoin Platform for banks and fintechs, allowing for the issuance and management of stablecoins within its payment network.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
XRP Struggles as Bitcoin Pauses: An Overview
XRP is struggling to gain momentum as Bitcoin and Ethereum surge, with a key legislative vote delayed and bearish indicators emerging.
Mercation Admin4 min - News
Stripe's Ambitious $53 Billion Bid for PayPal: Aiming for Digital Payment Dominance
Stripe's $53 billion bid for PayPal highlights the strategic importance of digital payment infrastructure and stablecoin distribution.
Mercation Admin6 min - Crypto
Visa Supports Open USD with New Stablecoin Platform Amidst Competition
Visa has launched a stablecoin platform enabling banks and fintechs to handle digital dollars, intensifying competition in the market.
Mercation Admin4 min