18.06.2026
08:09
Market Analysis: Strategies for Withdrawing Funds in Conditions of High Volatility
In recent days, the cryptocurrency market has seen a significant intensification of capital movement. As a leading analyst at Cryptalist, I am recording a substantial increase in the volume of withdrawal transactions from centralized exchanges. According to my data, this trend is linked to two key factors: the tightening of regulatory policies in several jurisdictions and investors' desire for self-custody of assets...
08:08
Key aspects of the balance replenishment procedure on cryptocurrency exchanges: a trader's guide
The balance replenishment process is a fundamental operation without which full-fledged work on any centralized or decentralized trading platform is impossible. In my practice, I have repeatedly observed how even experienced users make mistakes at this stage, leading to loss of funds or transaction delays.
Main replenishment methods include transferring cryptocurrency from an external wallet, fiat bank transfer (SEPA, SWIFT, ACH), or using P2P platforms...
Main replenishment methods include transferring cryptocurrency from an external wallet, fiat bank transfer (SEPA, SWIFT, ACH), or using P2P platforms...
08:06
Kevin Warsh's first meeting as head of the Federal Reserve ended with no change to the key interest rate, but markets received a clear and unexpected signal: nine out of eighteen FOMC members voted for a rate hike in 2026. The official statement dropped the phrase about "additional adjustments," marking a departure from the previous dovish tone.
The Fed kept the rate range at 3.50–3.75% on June 17, 2026 — this is already the fourth consecutive meeting with no changes...
Hawks in the Fed are gaining the upper hand: a signal for a rate hike in 2026
Kevin Warsh's first meeting as head of the Federal Reserve ended with no change to the key interest rate, but markets received a clear and unexpected signal: nine out of eighteen FOMC members voted for a rate hike in 2026. The official statement dropped the phrase about "additional adjustments," marking a departure from the previous dovish tone.The Fed kept the rate range at 3.50–3.75% on June 17, 2026 — this is already the fourth consecutive meeting with no changes...
08:05
Morning Crypto Market Digest: Tether Winds Down aUSDT, CME Group Sues CFTC, and Ark Invest Switches Robinhood for Coinbase
While the market was digesting the overnight consolidation, several events occurred that could set the direction for the coming weeks. Let me start with the main one: Tether officially announced the discontinuation of support for the gold-backed stablecoin aUSDT. The decision comes just two years after the launch of the Alloy by Tether platform.
The company explains this by a shift in priorities towards products with higher liquidity — in particular, the XAUT token, which remains their flagship gold-based instrument...
The company explains this by a shift in priorities towards products with higher liquidity — in particular, the XAUT token, which remains their flagship gold-based instrument...
08:04
Washington is demonstrating rare bipartisan unity on an issue that has shaken the entire crypto community. Senators Cynthia Lummis and Ruben Gallego have officially introduced a joint resolution directly targeting the possibility of a presidential pardon for FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried. This document is not just a political statement, but a powerful signal that Congress has no intention of turning a blind eye to the scale of the financial catastrophe orchestrated by SBF...
The U.S. Senate has united in opposition to the pardon of Sam Bankman-Fried: a resolution has been introduced.
Washington is demonstrating rare bipartisan unity on an issue that has shaken the entire crypto community. Senators Cynthia Lummis and Ruben Gallego have officially introduced a joint resolution directly targeting the possibility of a presidential pardon for FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried. This document is not just a political statement, but a powerful signal that Congress has no intention of turning a blind eye to the scale of the financial catastrophe orchestrated by SBF...
08:02
The signing of a historic memorandum of understanding between the US and Iran was, without a doubt, the key geopolitical event of the week. The 14-point document aims to end hostilities and stabilize the region, providing for a partial lifting of sanctions and a roadmap for Tehran's nuclear program. It would seem that such a significant détente should have been a powerful catalyst for risk assets, including Bitcoin...
The peace between the US and Iran did not hold Bitcoin back: the hawkish rhetoric of the Fed proved stronger
The signing of a historic memorandum of understanding between the US and Iran was, without a doubt, the key geopolitical event of the week. The 14-point document aims to end hostilities and stabilize the region, providing for a partial lifting of sanctions and a roadmap for Tehran's nuclear program. It would seem that such a significant détente should have been a powerful catalyst for risk assets, including Bitcoin...
08:01
Bitcoin Core developer Peter Todd made an unexpected statement in support of social media, suggesting looking at the issue from a completely different angle. In his opinion, it was free communication on social networks during his teenage years that played a key role in his development as a cryptographer and, consequently, in the development of Bitcoin technology itself.
The discussion was sparked by initiatives from the authorities of the United Kingdom, Australia, and Canada to restrict access to social media for children under 16...
Peter Todd warns: banning social media for teenagers could kill future bitcoins
Bitcoin Core developer Peter Todd made an unexpected statement in support of social media, suggesting looking at the issue from a completely different angle. In his opinion, it was free communication on social networks during his teenage years that played a key role in his development as a cryptographer and, consequently, in the development of Bitcoin technology itself.The discussion was sparked by initiatives from the authorities of the United Kingdom, Australia, and Canada to restrict access to social media for children under 16...
08:00
The French National Agency for Information Systems Security (ANSSI) has announced a radical change in its cybersecurity certification policy. Starting in 2027, the agency will cease issuing certificates for products not equipped with encryption resistant to quantum attacks. This statement was made at the France Quantum conference on behalf of the agency's chief of staff, Samih Souissi.
ANSSI certification is a mandatory requirement for using solutions in French government structures and critical infrastructure facilities...
France introduces strict requirements: from 2027, certification only for quantum-resistant products
The French National Agency for Information Systems Security (ANSSI) has announced a radical change in its cybersecurity certification policy. Starting in 2027, the agency will cease issuing certificates for products not equipped with encryption resistant to quantum attacks. This statement was made at the France Quantum conference on behalf of the agency's chief of staff, Samih Souissi.ANSSI certification is a mandatory requirement for using solutions in French government structures and critical infrastructure facilities...
07:59
The first cryptocurrency lost the psychological mark of $64,000, reacting sharply to the results of the first Federal Reserve meeting under Kevin Warsh. The digital asset market entered a correction phase, and investors are reassessing their positions amid tightening monetary rhetoric.
The regulator left the key interest rate unchanged — at 3.5–3.75% per annum. However, the Fed chair did not rule out the possibility of raising it by the end of this year, which came as an unpleasant surprise for the crypto community...
Bitcoin crashed below $64,000: the "hawkish" rhetoric of the new Fed chair collapsed the crypto market
The first cryptocurrency lost the psychological mark of $64,000, reacting sharply to the results of the first Federal Reserve meeting under Kevin Warsh. The digital asset market entered a correction phase, and investors are reassessing their positions amid tightening monetary rhetoric.The regulator left the key interest rate unchanged — at 3.5–3.75% per annum. However, the Fed chair did not rule out the possibility of raising it by the end of this year, which came as an unpleasant surprise for the crypto community...
07:57
Tether is winding down the Alloy project and the aUSDT token: what lies behind the issuer's decision
Tether, the issuer of the largest stablecoin, has announced the phased closure of its Alloy by Tether platform and the associated aUSDT token. This asset was a dollar-pegged stablecoin overcollateralized by tokenized gold, Tether Gold (XAUt). The decision takes effect immediately, and the first phase has already been launched: users can no longer open new positions or mint new aUSDT.
Current aUSDT holders are given a three-month period to redeem their tokens and withdraw their XAUt collateral...
Current aUSDT holders are given a three-month period to redeem their tokens and withdraw their XAUt collateral...
07:56
The legal front against prediction markets is expanding. On June 17, Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman filed lawsuits against two of the largest platforms — Kalshi and Polymarket. State authorities insist that these services, masquerading as innovative financial instruments, are in fact offering residents unlicensed sports betting.
The lawsuits were filed in Franklin County Circuit Court...
Kentucky joins the attack on Polymarket and Kalshi: a new round of war with prediction markets
The legal front against prediction markets is expanding. On June 17, Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman filed lawsuits against two of the largest platforms — Kalshi and Polymarket. State authorities insist that these services, masquerading as innovative financial instruments, are in fact offering residents unlicensed sports betting.The lawsuits were filed in Franklin County Circuit Court...
07:55
The Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME Group) is preparing a lawsuit against the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). CME CEO Terrence Duffy stated that the exchange intends to challenge the regulator's decision allowing the Kalshi platform to launch perpetual futures. According to Duffy, these instruments are essentially swaps and therefore should be regulated under the Dodd-Frank Act, which imposes stricter requirements on them...
CME Group sues CFTC: battle over perpetual futures heats up
The Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME Group) is preparing a lawsuit against the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). CME CEO Terrence Duffy stated that the exchange intends to challenge the regulator's decision allowing the Kalshi platform to launch perpetual futures. According to Duffy, these instruments are essentially swaps and therefore should be regulated under the Dodd-Frank Act, which imposes stricter requirements on them...
07:53
Analysis of the withdrawal process from cryptocurrency platforms: what every investor needs to know
Withdrawal is one of the key stages of interaction with any cryptocurrency platform. Trust in the service and your personal financial security depend on how quickly and safely you can access your assets. As an analyst, I observe daily how users encounter delays, fees, and limits that can negate all trading profits.
First and foremost, it is important to understand that withdrawal is not just a token transfer...
First and foremost, it is important to understand that withdrawal is not just a token transfer...
07:52
Market Analysis: Crypto Asset Balance Update — An Indicator of Trend Reversal?
At the current stage of the market cycle, there is a noticeable activation of processes for replenishing cryptocurrency wallet balances. This phenomenon, which I track as part of regular on-chain metric monitoring, may indicate fundamental shifts in investor sentiment.
A sharp increase in the volume of incoming transactions to exchange and over-the-counter addresses is traditionally interpreted as preparation for active trading actions...
A sharp increase in the volume of incoming transactions to exchange and over-the-counter addresses is traditionally interpreted as preparation for active trading actions...
07:51
Kevin Warsh's first appearance at the podium as Fed Chair was not a sensation in terms of immediate action—the rate remained at 3.50–3.75% for the fourth consecutive meeting. However, the real surprise lay in the tone and forecasts. Markets expected a dovish signal but received a clear hawkish message.
The key indicator—the FOMC dot plot—showed a dramatic shift. Nine of the eighteen committee members now forecast at least one rate hike in 2026...
Fed hawks gain the upper hand: markets are pricing in a rate hike in 2026
Kevin Warsh's first appearance at the podium as Fed Chair was not a sensation in terms of immediate action—the rate remained at 3.50–3.75% for the fourth consecutive meeting. However, the real surprise lay in the tone and forecasts. Markets expected a dovish signal but received a clear hawkish message.The key indicator—the FOMC dot plot—showed a dramatic shift. Nine of the eighteen committee members now forecast at least one rate hike in 2026...
07:50
Market on pause, Tether winds down aUSDT, CME Group takes CFTC to court: digest for June 18
Wednesday morning, June 18, finds the crypto market in a sideways movement. Bitcoin (BTC) is consolidating near the $63,943 mark, fluctuating in a narrow range of $63,779 – $66,354 over the past 24 hours. Ether (ETH) is also showing a flat trend, trading around $1,735. The total market capitalization remains stable, but without a pronounced momentum.
In the top 10 by capitalization, Tron stands out (+0...
In the top 10 by capitalization, Tron stands out (+0...
07:49
A bipartisan group of U.S. senators, led by Cynthia Lummis and Ruben Gallego, has introduced a resolution opposing any potential presidential pardon for FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried. While the document lacks direct legal force, it serves as a powerful political signal, demonstrating the consolidated position of the upper chamber of Congress.
As a reminder, Bankman-Fried is currently serving a 25-year prison sentence imposed by Judge Lewis Kaplan...
U.S. Senate Unanimously Opposes Pardon for Sam Bankman-Fried: Political Maneuver or Legal Inevitability?
A bipartisan group of U.S. senators, led by Cynthia Lummis and Ruben Gallego, has introduced a resolution opposing any potential presidential pardon for FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried. While the document lacks direct legal force, it serves as a powerful political signal, demonstrating the consolidated position of the upper chamber of Congress.As a reminder, Bankman-Fried is currently serving a 25-year prison sentence imposed by Judge Lewis Kaplan...
07:47
The signing of a historic memorandum of understanding between the US and Iran was undoubtedly a significant geopolitical event. However, for the digital asset market, this positive signal proved short-lived and failed to reverse the bearish trend caused by the Federal Reserve's hawkish stance. At the time of writing, Bitcoin is trading near the $63,800 mark, losing 2.80% over the past day.
Geopolitical Impulse That Quickly Faded The peace memorandum, brokered by Pakistan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey, includes 14 key points...
The hawkish rhetoric of the Federal Reserve outweighed geopolitical optimism: why Bitcoin ignored the US-Iran peace.
The signing of a historic memorandum of understanding between the US and Iran was undoubtedly a significant geopolitical event. However, for the digital asset market, this positive signal proved short-lived and failed to reverse the bearish trend caused by the Federal Reserve's hawkish stance. At the time of writing, Bitcoin is trading near the $63,800 mark, losing 2.80% over the past day.Geopolitical Impulse That Quickly Faded The peace memorandum, brokered by Pakistan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey, includes 14 key points...
07:46
Bitcoin Core lead developer Peter Todd has sharply criticized initiatives to restrict minors' access to social media. His argument is not merely emotional—it is fundamental to understanding how technological revolutions are born. Essentially, Todd argues that without free access to social media at a young age, Bitcoin itself might never have come into existence.
The discussion was sparked by UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer's statements on June 15 about plans to ban social media access for children under 16...
Social media ban for teenagers: Peter Todd warns it could kill Bitcoin
Bitcoin Core lead developer Peter Todd has sharply criticized initiatives to restrict minors' access to social media. His argument is not merely emotional—it is fundamental to understanding how technological revolutions are born. Essentially, Todd argues that without free access to social media at a young age, Bitcoin itself might never have come into existence.The discussion was sparked by UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer's statements on June 15 about plans to ban social media access for children under 16...
07:45
Snap Inc. has officially announced SPECS — a standalone wearable computer in the form factor of augmented reality glasses. The device is already available for pre-order at a price of $2,195, with shipments to the US, UK, and France set to begin this fall.
The key difference of SPECS from most competitors is its complete autonomy. The glasses do not require a connection to a smartphone or external computing modules to operate...
Snap launches revolutionary AR glasses SPECS: a new generation portable computer
Snap Inc. has officially announced SPECS — a standalone wearable computer in the form factor of augmented reality glasses. The device is already available for pre-order at a price of $2,195, with shipments to the US, UK, and France set to begin this fall.The key difference of SPECS from most competitors is its complete autonomy. The glasses do not require a connection to a smartphone or external computing modules to operate...
07:44
France's National Agency for the Security of Information Systems (ANSSI) has announced a radical change in cybersecurity standards. Starting in 2027, the agency will cease certifying products that are not equipped with encryption resistant to quantum attacks. This decision, announced by ANSSI Chief of Staff Samih Souissi at the France Quantum conference, marks a transition to a new era of data protection...
France tightens cryptography requirements: post-quantum protection becomes mandatory from 2027
France's National Agency for the Security of Information Systems (ANSSI) has announced a radical change in cybersecurity standards. Starting in 2027, the agency will cease certifying products that are not equipped with encryption resistant to quantum attacks. This decision, announced by ANSSI Chief of Staff Samih Souissi at the France Quantum conference, marks a transition to a new era of data protection...
07:43
The first cryptocurrency broke through the psychological mark of $64,000, collapsing to $63,680. This is a direct consequence of the first Federal Reserve meeting under the leadership of new Chairman Kevin Warsh, whose rhetoric turned out to be much more "hawkish" than the market expected.
The Fed left the key interest rate unchanged — at 3.5–3.75% per annum. However, Warsh gave a clear signal: a rate hike is possible before the end of the year...
Bitcoin plunged below $64,000: the "hawkish" rhetoric of the new Fed chair crashed the crypto market
The first cryptocurrency broke through the psychological mark of $64,000, collapsing to $63,680. This is a direct consequence of the first Federal Reserve meeting under the leadership of new Chairman Kevin Warsh, whose rhetoric turned out to be much more "hawkish" than the market expected.The Fed left the key interest rate unchanged — at 3.5–3.75% per annum. However, Warsh gave a clear signal: a rate hike is possible before the end of the year...
07:41
Tether shuts down the Alloy project and the aUSDT token: a strategic shift in the product line
On June 17, Tether announced the phased discontinuation of the Alloy platform and its key asset, aUSDT. This dollar-pegged token, overcollateralized by Tether Gold (XAUt), will no longer be available for new operations.
The first phase of the wind-down has already been initiated: immediately after the interface update, users lost the ability to open new positions and issue additional aUSDT. Existing clients have been given a three-month period to redeem aUSDT and withdraw their XAUt collateral...
The first phase of the wind-down has already been initiated: immediately after the interface update, users lost the ability to open new positions and issue additional aUSDT. Existing clients have been given a three-month period to redeem aUSDT and withdraw their XAUt collateral...
07:40
On June 17, Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman filed lawsuits against two leading prediction market platforms — Kalshi and Polymarket. State authorities insist that under the guise of innovative financial instruments, these services are effectively providing unlicensed sports betting to residents.
The lawsuits were filed in Franklin County Circuit Court. In the documents, both platforms are directly referred to as "illegal bookmaking operations...
Kentucky joins the anti-Polymarket coalition: a new blow to prediction markets in the US
On June 17, Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman filed lawsuits against two leading prediction market platforms — Kalshi and Polymarket. State authorities insist that under the guise of innovative financial instruments, these services are effectively providing unlicensed sports betting to residents.The lawsuits were filed in Franklin County Circuit Court. In the documents, both platforms are directly referred to as "illegal bookmaking operations...
07:38
Analytical Review: Key Takeaways on the Current State of the Crypto Market
Summarizing the latest movements in the digital asset market, we can confidently state that we are witnessing a paradigm shift. Institutional interest continues to grow, but retail investors remain cautious for now. This creates a unique situation where fundamental indicators are improving while price dynamics remain volatile.
Key Factors Influencing the Market Firstly, macroeconomic uncertainty continues to exert pressure...
Key Factors Influencing the Market Firstly, macroeconomic uncertainty continues to exert pressure...
07:37
A major player is strengthening its positions: Analysis of the latest crypto asset accumulation
Over the past 24 hours, a significant replenishment of the portfolio of one of the major cryptocurrency holders has been recorded on the market. This involves the acquisition of a substantial volume of digital assets, which is always a signal for a careful analysis of the current market situation.
According to blockchain transaction data, a wallet associated with an institutional investor or a large fund received a transfer equivalent to several million US dollars...
According to blockchain transaction data, a wallet associated with an institutional investor or a large fund received a transfer equivalent to several million US dollars...
07:35
GLM-5.2: A Real Competitor to Claude or Just a Loud Marketing Stunt?
A major intrigue is brewing in the world of artificial intelligence. The new GLM-5.2 model from the Chinese company Z.ai has rapidly burst into the top of discussions, and many have already dubbed it the "killer" of Anthropic's flagship product, Claude. Let's figure out how justified these claims are and what this neural network actually represents.
Architecture and Key Features GLM-5.2 is not just another update, but a flagship model designed for long and complex work sessions...
Architecture and Key Features GLM-5.2 is not just another update, but a flagship model designed for long and complex work sessions...
07:34
Kevin Warsh's first meeting as head of the Federal Reserve (Fed) will be remembered not for the decision itself, but for the atmosphere that prevailed in the room. Yes, the rate remained unchanged in the range of 3.50-3.75% — this is already the fourth consecutive time. But the real sensation lies in the details: nine out of eighteen members of the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) voted for a rate hike in 2026...
Fed hawks gain the upper hand: nine votes for a rate hike in 2026 — markets in shock
Kevin Warsh's first meeting as head of the Federal Reserve (Fed) will be remembered not for the decision itself, but for the atmosphere that prevailed in the room. Yes, the rate remained unchanged in the range of 3.50-3.75% — this is already the fourth consecutive time. But the real sensation lies in the details: nine out of eighteen members of the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) voted for a rate hike in 2026...
07:33
Market on Pause: Tether Winds Down aUSDT, CME Sues CFTC, and Ark Invest Swaps Robinhood for Coinbase — Digest for June 18
The morning of June 18 finds the crypto market in a sideways movement. Bitcoin (BTC) is consolidating near the $63,943 mark, fluctuating in the range of $63,779 – $66,354 over the past 24 hours. Ether (ETH) is also showing a flat trend, trading around $1,735. The market capitalization of the top 10 assets shows mixed dynamics: the daily growth leader is Tron (+0.94%), and the weekly leader is Hyperliquid (+26...
07:32
The U.S. Senate blocks the path to freedom for Sam Bankman-Fried: a resolution against clemency is adopted.
American lawmakers are going on the offensive. Senators Cynthia Lummis and Ruben Gallego have introduced a joint resolution directly targeting a possible presidential pardon for FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried. While the document is not legally binding on the head of state, it demonstrates the consolidated position of the upper house of Congress.
Let me recall the key milestones of this case. In November 2022, the FTX empire collapsed, revealing massive fraud...
Let me recall the key milestones of this case. In November 2022, the FTX empire collapsed, revealing massive fraud...