Crypto news

17.06.2026
14:25

Singapore's regulator MAS has added Bybit to its warning list: risks for investors

On June 17, 2026, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) officially added Bybit Fintech Limited and the Bybit platform to its Investor Alert List. This means that the world's second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume does not hold a license from MAS and is not regulated to provide services to Singapore residents.
This step was taken amid growing interest in cryptocurrencies in the Asian financial hub...
14:23

Bitcoin in a calm zone: mixed signals from exchange flows ahead of the Fed decision

Bitcoin (BTC) is sending mixed signals to the market. While traders are frozen in anticipation of the US Federal Reserve's verdict, exchange flow data points to two different time scenarios. Some analysts see signs of accumulation, while others note a reversal toward an inflow of coins onto trading platforms. However, all agree on one thing: the next major market move will begin precisely with the Fed's decision...
14:22

Central banks are preparing for a historic surge in gold purchases: trend analysis

Global financial regulators are showing an unprecedented level of interest in gold. According to my analysis of the latest data from a survey of 74 central banks, 45% stated their intention to increase their gold reserves over the next 12 months. This figure is the highest in the history of such studies.
Notably, the share of central banks planning to replenish reserves has more than doubled compared to 2020...
14:21

Record-breaking frenzy: Korean investors poured $796 million into SpaceX (SPCX) shares in a single day

Retail investors from South Korea demonstrated unprecedented demand for SpaceX (SPCX) shares on the very first day of trading. On June 12, the net purchase volume of Elon Musk's company's securities reached a staggering $795.9 million. This figure instantly propelled SpaceX to the top spot in popularity among US stocks on the Korean market — with 14 million transactions completed in a single session...
14:20

Andrew Tate is on the brink again: the 108th Bitcoin long liquidation is only a matter of time

Andrew Tate, the controversial crypto influencer and former kickboxer, has once again drawn the community's attention by opening another long position on Bitcoin with 40x leverage. He has already experienced 107 forced liquidations, and judging by the current dynamics, the 108th is not far off.
Details of the New Trade: Record Risk Analysts recorded Tate's entry into a long position of 57.36 BTC, with a total value of $3...
14:19

Anthropic overtakes OpenAI in the corporate segment: Ramp data indicates a tectonic shift

Anthropic AI стартап The corporate AI solutions market is experiencing a shift in leadership. According to data from the fintech platform Ramp, in May 2026, Anthropic's share of paid corporate subscriptions among the service's clients reached 41%, increasing by 2.5 percentage points. In comparison, OpenAI's indicator has nearly stagnated at 39.5%.
This surge looks particularly notable against the backdrop of intense pressure from the Donald Trump administration...
14:18

Founding Fathers: How heretics, occultists, and cypherpunks are changing the world

img-2398da16564886d2-245859852994215 The history of technology is full of paradoxes. Some of the most fundamental breakthroughs—from rocketry to cryptocurrencies—were achieved not by corporations or state institutions, but by outsiders whom contemporaries considered eccentrics or dangerous madmen. We examine this phenomenon through the example of Jack Parsons, a man at the origins of the American space program, and his ideological heirs—the cypherpunks who gave the world Bitcoin...
14:17

Acrab raised $350 million to build computing infrastructure for agentic AI.

Singapore-based startup Acrab has announced raising over $350 million in total funding. These funds are aimed at building specialized computing infrastructure for artificial intelligence agent systems. The company plans to allocate the capital toward developing its own platform, conducting research in computing architectures, expanding its partner network, and entering international markets.
From chips to operating systems Founded in 2024, Acrab is developing a full-cycle computing architecture for AI...
14:16

Hyperliquid has reached $10 billion in open interest: a new record for decentralized derivatives

Hyperliquid анализ The Hyperliquid platform has set a new significant milestone, surpassing the $10 billion mark in open interest volume. This metric places the protocol third among the largest venues for trading perpetual futures. The growth was made possible by aggressive expansion into traditional asset markets, including stocks, commodities, and stock indices.
Key Growth Drivers Approximately $4 billion of open interest was generated by decentralized exchanges created by third-party developers under the HIP-3 initiative...
14:15

Bitcoin stuck below $66,000: Cryptalist analyst explains the reasons for consolidation

bitcoin price btc Despite the recent agreement between the U.S. and Iran, which temporarily reduced geopolitical risks in the energy sector, bitcoin continues to trade below the $66,000 mark. The market is in a holding pattern, and the main reason is fear of new sell-offs by Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy).
The company, which holds the largest corporate BTC portfolio, may be forced to sell off some of its assets to fund dividend payments...
14:13

Analysis of the current situation with withdrawals in the cryptocurrency market: what investors need to know

In recent weeks, the cryptocurrency market has seen increased activity in terms of withdrawals from centralized exchanges. This trend, which I track as part of my analysis on Cryptalist, points to fundamental changes in the behavior of retail and institutional investors.
According to my data, net outflow volumes from the largest trading platforms have increased by 15-20% over the past 7 days. This is not a coincidence, but a natural market reaction to several key factors...
14:12

Key point: Analysis of the balance replenishment process in the crypto industry

In the world of cryptocurrencies, topping up your balance is not just a routine operation but a fundamental indicator of market participant activity. Every time a user transfers funds to their wallet or exchange account, we observe not only a technical process but also a shift in liquidity that can signal the formation of new trends.
From an analyst's perspective, the balance top-up process involves several critical stages: selecting the source of funds (fiat money, stablecoins, or other crypto assets), confirming the transaction on the blockchain, and reflecting the change in the platform's ledger books...
14:11

Warsh's debut at the helm of the Fed: oil crash and the historic "curse" of the new chairman

Today, Kevin Warsh chairs a meeting of the U.S. Federal Reserve for the first time as its chairman. Markets approach this event against the backdrop of a dramatic oil crash and extremely cautious rate expectations. I see at least three powerful pressure factors shaping a uniquely tense backdrop for the new Fed chair's debut.
The main point of intrigue is how Warsh will craft his rhetoric at the start of his term...
14:10

Singapore's regulator has added Bybit to its "blacklist" for investors: what this means for the market

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) officially included Bybit Fintech Limited and the Bybit platform itself in its Investor Alert List on June 17, 2026. This means that the world's second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume does not hold a MAS license and is not regulated to provide services to users in Singapore.
This regulatory step is not a ban or an accusation of fraud, but a tool for public information...
14:08

Bitcoin pauses in anticipation of the Fed: exchange flows send mixed signals

Bitcoin (BTC) has entered a phase of uncertainty ahead of the U.S. Federal Reserve (Fed) meeting. An analysis of exchange flows shows a mixed picture: some indicators point to accumulation, while others record a reversal toward an influx of coins onto trading platforms. However, all experts agree on one thing—the market's next significant move will likely be triggered by the Fed's decision.
At first glance, the data appears contradictory, but in reality, it reflects different time windows...
14:07

Central banks around the world are preparing a historic assault on gold reserves: a new trend or a defense against chaos?

Global financial regulators are showing rare unanimity regarding precious metals. Fresh data from a large-scale survey involving 74 central banks reveals that 45% of them intend to actively increase their gold reserves over the next 12 months.
This is not just a spike in interest, but a record high in the history of such observations. For comparison, during the same period in 2020, the share of such plans was more than twice as low...
14:06

Record frenzy: Korean investors bought $796 million worth of SpaceX (SPCX) shares on the first day of trading

South Korean retail investors demonstrated unprecedented demand for SpaceX shares, purchasing $795.9 million worth of the SPCX exchange-traded instrument in a single trading session on June 12. This result instantly made SpaceX the most popular U.S. stock among Koreans, surpassing even multi-month trading volumes for other blue chips.
The scale of interest is truly impressive. For comparison, net purchases by Korean investors over the previous three months for Micron Technology (MU) shares amounted to $748...
14:05

Anthropic has overtaken OpenAI in the race for corporate wallets: Ramp data

ии-стартап Anthropic AI The corporate landscape of generative AI is undergoing significant changes. According to my analysis of data from the fintech platform Ramp, which tracks spending by over 70,000 companies, Anthropic surpassed OpenAI in May 2026 for the first time in terms of the share of paid corporate subscriptions.
Anthropic's share rose by 2.5 percentage points, reaching 41%. OpenAI's figure remained virtually unchanged, settling at 39...
14:03

Founding Fathers: How the Heresy of Parsons and Cypherpunks Paved the Way for Bitcoin

img-2398da16564886d2-245859852994215 Pasadena, late 1930s. Young self-taught chemist Jack Parsons launches homemade rockets in the Arroyo Seco canyon near Los Angeles. At night, he immerses himself in the world of esotericism, and soon begins corresponding with English occultist Aleister Crowley. Several decades later, Parsons' developments will help propel humanity into space. He will become one of the founders of the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), and his contribution to rocketry will form the basis of the American space program...
14:02

Acrab has raised $350 million to build infrastructure for agentic AI.

Singapore-based startup Acrab has announced raising over $350 million in total funding. The funds will be used to develop computing infrastructure focused on agentic artificial intelligence systems. The company plans to allocate capital to build its own platform, conduct research in high-performance computing, expand its partner network, and enter global markets.
Full-Cycle Development Founded in 2024, Acrab is developing a full-cycle computing architecture...
14:01

Hyperliquid surpassed the $10 billion mark in open interest: analysis of the decentralized derivatives giant's surge

hyperliquid bitcoin blockchain биткоин блокчейн The Hyperliquid platform has reached a significant milestone, recording an Open Interest volume exceeding $10 billion. This metric has propelled the protocol to third place among the largest venues for trading perpetual futures, directly reflecting the growing trust of institutional and retail traders in decentralized solutions.
Growth Drivers: From Traditional Assets to Pre-IPO The key catalyst for this rapid growth has been the expansion of the market lineup into traditional assets...
14:00

Bitcoin stuck below $66,000: Analysis of consolidation reasons and hidden risks

bitcoin price prediction, crypto forecast биткоин цена btc The market of the first cryptocurrency continues to be in a sideways phase, and the current consolidation of bitcoin below the $66,000 mark has very specific fundamental reasons. Despite the geopolitical détente between the US and Iran reducing risks for the global energy sector, pressure on BTC persists.
The key factor restraining growth remains concerns related to the actions of Strategy. As my observations show, the market is pricing in possible new bitcoin sales by this major institutional holder...
13:58

Withdrawing funds from the crypto market: anatomy of the process and security strategies

In the world of digital assets, the withdrawal operation is one of the key factors determining both liquidity and the level of user trust in the platform. From my perspective, this is not just a technical procedure but a fundamental indicator of the ecosystem's maturity.
What is a cryptocurrency withdrawal? A withdrawal is the process of moving digital assets from a trading platform or provider wallet to an external address controlled exclusively by the user...
13:57

How to properly top up a crypto account: strategies and best practices

Replenishing a cryptocurrency account is the first and perhaps most crucial step for any trader or investor. In my practice, I have repeatedly encountered situations where an incorrectly chosen replenishment method led to delays, losses on fees, or even fund blocking. Let's break down the key aspects of this process.
Choosing a Replenishment Method Today, there are several main ways to deposit funds: through bank transfers (SEPA, SWIFT), via P2P platforms, through cryptocurrency wallets, or directly from cards...
13:56

First Warsh Meeting: Oil Collapse, Historical Pattern, and a New Era for the Fed

Today, Kevin Warsh will chair his first Federal Reserve meeting as chairman. Markets approach this event in an extremely tense environment: amid an oil crash, historically alarming statistics, and nearly zero expectations for a rate cut. According to CME data, the probability of keeping the rate in the 3.50–3.75% range exceeds 97%. Analysts indicate that the chances of a rate cut remain nearly zero until April 2027, and only by December 2027 do they rise to about 8%...
13:54

Singapore's MAS places Bybit on "grey list": what this means for the crypto market

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) officially added the cryptocurrency exchange Bybit and its operating company Bybit Fintech Limited to its Investor Alert List on June 17, 2026. This means the regulator has publicly stated that the world's second-largest crypto exchange by trading volume does not hold an MAS license and is not authorized to provide services to Singapore residents.
What is the MAS Investor Alert List and why is it important? It is important to understand: being placed on this list is not a ban or an accusation of fraud...
13:53

Bitcoin frozen in anticipation of the Fed's verdict: mixed flows on exchanges cause confusion

The Bitcoin (BTC) market has entered a phase of uncertainty, showing conflicting signals in exchange flows ahead of the key U.S. Federal Reserve meeting. Some analysts see signs of accumulation, while others note a reversal toward coins flowing into trading platforms. However, all agree on one thing: the next significant market move will likely begin with the Fed's decision.
Accumulation on the Short Horizon Analysis of data over the last 24 hours indicates an outflow of about 5,000 BTC from exchanges...
13:52

Central banks are preparing for a record gold rush: a signal for the market

Global financial regulators are showing an unprecedented appetite for gold. According to fresh survey data from the World Gold Council, which included 74 central banks, 45% stated their intention to increase gold reserves over the next 12 months. This is an absolute record in the history of observations.
The figure has more than doubled compared to 2020 and marks the third consecutive annual increase...
13:51

South Korean FOMO: Investors bought SPCX for $796 million on the first day — record frenzy around SpaceX

Retail investors from South Korea have demonstrated an unprecedented appetite for SpaceX shares, flooding the SPCX market with a colossal amount of capital on the very first day of trading. On June 12, net purchases of Elon Musk's company shares by local individual investors reached $795.9 million. This figure, recorded by the Korea Securities Depository, is an absolute record for foreign stocks in the local market...
13:50

Anthropic overtakes OpenAI: Ramp's corporate clients vote for Claude

Anthropic и ИИ-гонка The market for enterprise AI solutions is undergoing a tectonic shift. According to data from the fintech platform Ramp, which analyzes spending by over 70,000 companies, Anthropic's share of paid corporate subscriptions reached 41% in May 2026, gaining 2.5 percentage points. For comparison, OpenAI's share has remained virtually stagnant at 39.5%.
This surge is particularly notable against the backdrop of significant pressure from the Donald Trump administration...