CryptoEconomy

Mercor, a marketplace linking over 30,000 professionals with AI companies, has chosen Stripe for financial infrastructure. The integration facilitates international payments, compliance, and quick payouts, enhancing payment speed and reliability for users.

In March, crypto hacks cost $52 million across 20 incidents, a 96% rise from February. The Resolv Labs exploit was the largest, losing over $25 million and causing systemic debt in DeFi. Additional thefts included a violent robbery of $24 million.

Chainalysis has launched AI agents to enhance crime-fighting in the crypto space, automating investigations and compliance for broader employee access. Built on verified data, these agents aim to improve efficiency in combating criminal activities associated with blockchain technology.

Lise and Kaiko have partnered to enhance the tokenized securities market by providing institutional-grade market data. This collaboration will integrate independent pricing data into traditional workflows, promoting greater institutional investment in tokenized assets.

Pyth Pro has launched a market data service tailored for AI agents in finance, offering access to over 3,000 price feeds. It aims to solve issues with current data structures designed for humans, providing unified and reliable data for autonomous systems.

Z Protocol and Core Foundation are launching a franchise protocol for Zcash, integrating smart contracts and EVM compatibility. Set for mid-2026, it will boost Zcash's functionality, security, and privacy, enabling new financial applications.

OpenFX secured $94 million in funding led by Accel and others, valuing the company at $500 million. Founded in 2024, it facilitates fast, low-cost currency conversions using stablecoins, processing $45 billion annually. Expansion plans include Southeast Asia and Latin America.