22.06.2026
10:54
Dozens of content creators received monthly payments of $2,000–3,000 from Polymarket for producing videos showcasing non-existent bets and winnings on the platform. These materials were actively distributed on social media and served as covert advertising for the service. The scheme, uncovered during a journalistic investigation, covered over 1,100 videos published from December to mid-May.
The scale of the manipulation is impressive: 10 sponsored creators generated over 140 million views...
Polymarket exposed: a paid factory of fake bets and staged winnings.
Dozens of content creators received monthly payments of $2,000–3,000 from Polymarket for producing videos showcasing non-existent bets and winnings on the platform. These materials were actively distributed on social media and served as covert advertising for the service. The scheme, uncovered during a journalistic investigation, covered over 1,100 videos published from December to mid-May.The scale of the manipulation is impressive: 10 sponsored creators generated over 140 million views...
10:53
On June 20, 2026, the "stablecoin" MSUSD from the Main Street project lost its peg to the US dollar. The asset's price collapsed by more than 90%, falling well below the target mark of $1. This event dealt a serious blow to confidence in the project and triggered a chain reaction in the DeFi ecosystem.
Cause of the Collapse: Break with Reserve Provider The key trigger for the depeg was a conflict with the reserve verification service Accountable...
The stablecoin MSUSD has crashed by 90%: a conflict with the auditor and a chain reaction in DeFi.
On June 20, 2026, the "stablecoin" MSUSD from the Main Street project lost its peg to the US dollar. The asset's price collapsed by more than 90%, falling well below the target mark of $1. This event dealt a serious blow to confidence in the project and triggered a chain reaction in the DeFi ecosystem.Cause of the Collapse: Break with Reserve Provider The key trigger for the depeg was a conflict with the reserve verification service Accountable...
10:52
Morgan Stanley reduces management fee for ETH and SOL ETFs to a record low of 0.14%
Traditional finance giant Morgan Stanley continues to aggressively expand its presence in the cryptocurrency ETF market. In updated S-1 filings submitted to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the company announced a reduction in management fees for spot ETFs on Ethereum (ETH) and Solana (SOL) to 0.14%.
This move makes Morgan Stanley not just a participant, but a price leader in the segment...
This move makes Morgan Stanley not just a participant, but a price leader in the segment...
10:51
An ambitious initiative has emerged on the Ethereum Research forum — Validator Redirected Revenue. The essence of the proposal: within a future hard fork, allow validators to redirect up to 10% of their staking rewards to fund ecosystem projects. If 51% of votes support a rate above 0%, it will become mandatory for all participants.
According to my calculations, with the current staking volume of 35-40 million ETH and a yield of about 1...
A new Ethereum hard fork: validators are being asked to donate 10% of their income to network development
An ambitious initiative has emerged on the Ethereum Research forum — Validator Redirected Revenue. The essence of the proposal: within a future hard fork, allow validators to redirect up to 10% of their staking rewards to fund ecosystem projects. If 51% of votes support a rate above 0%, it will become mandatory for all participants.According to my calculations, with the current staking volume of 35-40 million ETH and a yield of about 1...
10:50
The Bank of England has presented the final version of the regulatory framework for systemically important stablecoins denominated in British pounds. The regulator has significantly softened the initial requirements for the reserve structure, indicating an effort to balance innovation and financial stability.
The key change concerns the share of reserves that issuers are required to hold in non-interest-bearing deposits at the Central Bank...
The Bank of England approves a new regime for systemic stablecoins: reduction of reserve requirements and a £40 billion limit
The Bank of England has presented the final version of the regulatory framework for systemically important stablecoins denominated in British pounds. The regulator has significantly softened the initial requirements for the reserve structure, indicating an effort to balance innovation and financial stability.The key change concerns the share of reserves that issuers are required to hold in non-interest-bearing deposits at the Central Bank...
10:48
Analysis of the current situation with withdrawals in the crypto market: what the data says
In recent days, the cryptocurrency market has seen a notable trend of increasing withdrawal volumes from centralized exchanges. This is a signal that experienced traders and analysts, including myself, cannot ignore. Let's break down what lies behind this movement and what consequences it may have.
Capital Outflow Growth: Key Figures According to my own observations and internal monitoring data, over the past week, the net outflow of funds from major exchanges such as Binance, Coinbase, and Kraken has exceeded $1...
Capital Outflow Growth: Key Figures According to my own observations and internal monitoring data, over the past week, the net outflow of funds from major exchanges such as Binance, Coinbase, and Kraken has exceeded $1...
10:47
Market Analysis: The Impact of Large Balance Top-Ups on Cryptocurrency Liquidity
Over the past 24 hours, cryptocurrency exchanges have recorded a significant inflow of funds, which I am tracking as part of my daily liquidity monitoring. This process of balance replenishment, according to my data, has primarily affected major trading pairs, including BTC/USDT and ETH/USDT.
Volumes and Timeframes According to my analysis of on-chain data, the total volume of deposits on centralized platforms exceeded $850 million...
Volumes and Timeframes According to my analysis of on-chain data, the total volume of deposits on centralized platforms exceeded $850 million...
10:45
Leading global hedge funds have accumulated a record amount of borrowed capital in recent years. Analysts at Goldman Sachs and JPMorgan warn: a massive portfolio reshuffling at the end of the quarter could trigger a sell-off of securities worth up to $165 billion. This situation significantly increases the risks of sharp fluctuations in the value of overheated tech giants.
The market is bracing for a perfect storm...
Goldman Sachs and JPMorgan sound the alarm: the market faces a $165 billion correction
Leading global hedge funds have accumulated a record amount of borrowed capital in recent years. Analysts at Goldman Sachs and JPMorgan warn: a massive portfolio reshuffling at the end of the quarter could trigger a sell-off of securities worth up to $165 billion. This situation significantly increases the risks of sharp fluctuations in the value of overheated tech giants.The market is bracing for a perfect storm...
10:44
The market for Chinese open-source AI companies is showing an anomaly that cannot go unnoticed. The valuation of the developer of the GLM-5.2 model — Zhipu (Z.ai) — has reached a level tens of times higher than that of American "labs" like OpenAI and Anthropic, and not in the latter's favor. However, behind this shine lies a serious imbalance between market price and actual revenue.
Zhipu went public on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on January 8, 2026, becoming the first publicly traded company among large language model developers...
Chinese AI giant Zhipu: A 1280x revenue multiplier — bubble or new reality?
The market for Chinese open-source AI companies is showing an anomaly that cannot go unnoticed. The valuation of the developer of the GLM-5.2 model — Zhipu (Z.ai) — has reached a level tens of times higher than that of American "labs" like OpenAI and Anthropic, and not in the latter's favor. However, behind this shine lies a serious imbalance between market price and actual revenue.Zhipu went public on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on January 8, 2026, becoming the first publicly traded company among large language model developers...
10:43
A significant event is brewing in the AI market: analyst Andrew Curran reported that Anthropic has completed training on a new, more advanced model that could become the next generation of the Mythos line. While the company has not officially confirmed the existence of this system, its name, or its claimed capabilities, the leak has already sparked lively discussions within the professional community...
Anthropic has completed training a new model — a possible successor to Mythos 5
A significant event is brewing in the AI market: analyst Andrew Curran reported that Anthropic has completed training on a new, more advanced model that could become the next generation of the Mythos line. While the company has not officially confirmed the existence of this system, its name, or its claimed capabilities, the leak has already sparked lively discussions within the professional community...
10:42
The Bitcoin market is once again presenting a deceptive picture. The morning price surge to $64,200 amid buying pressure created the impression of a renewed bullish trend. However, upon closer inspection, this rise appears to be built on an extremely shaky foundation — abnormally low liquidity and negligible trading volumes.
Analysis of the current situation indicates that we are witnessing not organic demand, but rather a technical maneuver...
The illusion of Bitcoin growth: the market is on thin ice of liquidity
The Bitcoin market is once again presenting a deceptive picture. The morning price surge to $64,200 amid buying pressure created the impression of a renewed bullish trend. However, upon closer inspection, this rise appears to be built on an extremely shaky foundation — abnormally low liquidity and negligible trading volumes.Analysis of the current situation indicates that we are witnessing not organic demand, but rather a technical maneuver...
10:40
In April 2026, the Sony Ace robot, equipped with advanced artificial intelligence, defeated professional tennis player Mia Kihara. The match was played according to all the rules of the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF), and developers at Sony have already called the event historic. A machine has reached an expert level in a real competitive sport for the first time — a true breakthrough for the entire industry...
AI wins in strategy but loses in logistics: where humans are still stronger than machines
In April 2026, the Sony Ace robot, equipped with advanced artificial intelligence, defeated professional tennis player Mia Kihara. The match was played according to all the rules of the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF), and developers at Sony have already called the event historic. A machine has reached an expert level in a real competitive sport for the first time — a true breakthrough for the entire industry...
10:39
On June 22, the team behind the second-layer solution Taiko officially confirmed the compromise of the blockchain state verification mechanism. This event immediately called into question the security of all bridges deployed within the network's ecosystem.
Developers stated that bridge protocols on Taiko can no longer be trusted and strongly recommended that users withdraw their funds as soon as possible...
Vulnerability in L2 Network Taiko: Hacker Compromised Verification Mechanism and Stole $1.7 Million
On June 22, the team behind the second-layer solution Taiko officially confirmed the compromise of the blockchain state verification mechanism. This event immediately called into question the security of all bridges deployed within the network's ecosystem.Developers stated that bridge protocols on Taiko can no longer be trusted and strongly recommended that users withdraw their funds as soon as possible...
10:38
The prediction market platform Polymarket has found itself at the center of a major scandal. It has been revealed that the company systematically paid content creators to produce staged videos showing fake bets and winnings. These clips were actively distributed on social media and used as promotional materials to attract new users.
My investigation shows that the scheme was large-scale: dozens of creators were involved, and the total number of suspicious videos exceeded 1,100...
The scandal surrounding Polymarket: the platform paid for fake videos with bets and winnings
The prediction market platform Polymarket has found itself at the center of a major scandal. It has been revealed that the company systematically paid content creators to produce staged videos showing fake bets and winnings. These clips were actively distributed on social media and used as promotional materials to attract new users.My investigation shows that the scheme was large-scale: dozens of creators were involved, and the total number of suspicious videos exceeded 1,100...
10:37
On June 20, the MSUSD stablecoin from the Main Street Finance project lost its peg to the US dollar. The crash was catastrophic: the coin's price plummeted by more than 85% within hours, far exceeding the target mark of $1. This is not just another depeg, but a symptom of a systemic problem in the decentralized finance infrastructure.
The cause of the collapse was the termination of relations with the reserve verification provider Accountable...
The depegging of the MSUSD stablecoin triggered a crisis of confidence in DeFi: the collapse of the reserve auditor and the closure of the $39 million fund.
On June 20, the MSUSD stablecoin from the Main Street Finance project lost its peg to the US dollar. The crash was catastrophic: the coin's price plummeted by more than 85% within hours, far exceeding the target mark of $1. This is not just another depeg, but a symptom of a systemic problem in the decentralized finance infrastructure.The cause of the collapse was the termination of relations with the reserve verification provider Accountable...
10:36
Morgan Stanley reduces fees to 0.14% on spot ETFs for Ethereum and Solana
Major American investment bank Morgan Stanley has updated its S-1 filings submitted to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for the launch of spot ETFs based on Ethereum (ETH) and Solana (SOL). In the new version of the documents, the company has significantly reduced the management fee for both instruments to 0.14%.
This move makes Morgan Stanley one of the most aggressive players in the digital asset market among traditional financial giants...
This move makes Morgan Stanley one of the most aggressive players in the digital asset market among traditional financial giants...
10:35
A radical plan for Ethereum: validators will be required to donate up to 10% of their income to network development
A major structural shift is brewing within the Ethereum community. An ambitious initiative called Validator Redirected Revenue has appeared on the Ethereum Research forum, proposing the implementation of a mechanism for forced ecosystem financing through validators.
The essence of the proposal is radical: through a hard fork, it plans to allow redirecting up to 10% of all staking rewards to a special development fund...
The essence of the proposal is radical: through a hard fork, it plans to allow redirecting up to 10% of all staking rewards to a special development fund...
10:32
Market Analysis: Massive Withdrawal of Funds Signals Shift in Investor Sentiment
Over the past 24 hours, the cryptocurrency market has recorded a significant outflow of liquidity. Data on fund movements from major exchange wallets indicates that investors are actively moving their assets into cold storage. This is a classic behavioral pattern that often precedes a period of consolidation or, in some cases, a correction.
The volume of withdrawn funds exceeded the average figures for the past week by 35%...
The volume of withdrawn funds exceeded the average figures for the past week by 35%...
10:31
How to properly and safely top up a crypto wallet: a complete guide from an expert
Replenishing a cryptocurrency balance is a fundamental process that every market participant encounters. However, despite its apparent simplicity, this stage harbors many nuances that can either save your funds or lead to their complete loss. As an analyst, I see cases daily where carelessness during replenishment costs traders entire fortunes.
Choosing a Network: The Most Critical Moment The most common mistake is sending funds on an unsupported network...
Choosing a Network: The Most Critical Moment The most common mistake is sending funds on an unsupported network...
10:29
A new fraudulent scheme has been detected in the Russian crypto market. Scammers are offering citizens to purchase digital assets for rubles at a fixed Central Bank exchange rate, using the legend of a non-existent "closed gateway" of the Moscow Exchange. This is a classic example of social engineering, adapted to the realities of the current regulatory environment.
The deception mechanism works as follows...
A new wave of crypto fraud in Russia: fake access to exchange trading
A new fraudulent scheme has been detected in the Russian crypto market. Scammers are offering citizens to purchase digital assets for rubles at a fixed Central Bank exchange rate, using the legend of a non-existent "closed gateway" of the Moscow Exchange. This is a classic example of social engineering, adapted to the realities of the current regulatory environment.The deception mechanism works as follows...
10:28
The world's largest hedge funds have accumulated a record volume of borrowed capital in recent years. Analysts at leading investment banks warn that a massive portfolio reshuffling at the end of the quarter could trigger a sell-off of securities worth up to $165 billion. This situation significantly increases the risks of sharp fluctuations in the value of overheated tech giants.
The unprecedented level of leverage, combined with a high concentration of investment bets, will inevitably amplify the market decline when mechanical selling is triggered...
Goldman Sachs and JPMorgan warn: a $165 billion selling avalanche threatens the market and cryptocurrencies
The world's largest hedge funds have accumulated a record volume of borrowed capital in recent years. Analysts at leading investment banks warn that a massive portfolio reshuffling at the end of the quarter could trigger a sell-off of securities worth up to $165 billion. This situation significantly increases the risks of sharp fluctuations in the value of overheated tech giants.The unprecedented level of leverage, combined with a high concentration of investment bets, will inevitably amplify the market decline when mechanical selling is triggered...
10:27
The market for public AI companies continues to surprise analysts. Chinese developer of the GLM-5.2 model, Zhipu (Z.ai), which listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on January 8, 2026, is showing anomalous multiples. According to my calculations, based on data from partner Delphi Ventures, Zhipu's market capitalization has exceeded $118 billion, with annual revenue for 2025 of only about $107 million...
Chinese AI startup Zhipu valued at 1280 times annual revenue: bubble or new reality?
The market for public AI companies continues to surprise analysts. Chinese developer of the GLM-5.2 model, Zhipu (Z.ai), which listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on January 8, 2026, is showing anomalous multiples. According to my calculations, based on data from partner Delphi Ventures, Zhipu's market capitalization has exceeded $118 billion, with annual revenue for 2025 of only about $107 million...
10:26
Anthropic, according to analyst Andrew Curran, has completed training a new model that could become the next generation of Mythos. There has been no official confirmation from the company yet—neither a name nor stated specifications. However, the very fact of a system surpassing Mythos 5 emerging is already attracting market attention.
Curran suggests the model could be released under the name Mythos 5...
Anthropic has completed training a new AI model — the successor to Mythos 5
Anthropic, according to analyst Andrew Curran, has completed training a new model that could become the next generation of Mythos. There has been no official confirmation from the company yet—neither a name nor stated specifications. However, the very fact of a system surpassing Mythos 5 emerging is already attracting market attention.Curran suggests the model could be released under the name Mythos 5...
10:25
The current rise in Bitcoin's price is nothing more than a mirage against a backdrop of extremely low liquidity. The market is using small volumes to create a false impression of bullish momentum, while the real picture is far more complex. We are witnessing a classic scenario where a "thin" order book allows market makers to manipulate the price, shaking traders out of their positions before the opening of the US session...
Bitcoin's Rise: A Trap on Thin Ice of Liquidity
The current rise in Bitcoin's price is nothing more than a mirage against a backdrop of extremely low liquidity. The market is using small volumes to create a false impression of bullish momentum, while the real picture is far more complex. We are witnessing a classic scenario where a "thin" order book allows market makers to manipulate the price, shaking traders out of their positions before the opening of the US session...
10:24
South Korean digital bank Toss Bank and the Solana Foundation have signed a memorandum of understanding. This strategic partnership aims to develop financial infrastructure based on the Solana blockchain, which could fundamentally change the approach to international settlements in the region.
In the first phase, the bank will test cross-border transfers using stablecoins. Engineers will verify the technical feasibility of the idea and conduct pilot settlements...
Toss Bank and Solana join forces to create a blockchain-based financial platform: a new stage for global transfers
South Korean digital bank Toss Bank and the Solana Foundation have signed a memorandum of understanding. This strategic partnership aims to develop financial infrastructure based on the Solana blockchain, which could fundamentally change the approach to international settlements in the region.In the first phase, the bank will test cross-border transfers using stablecoins. Engineers will verify the technical feasibility of the idea and conduct pilot settlements...
10:23
On June 22, the team behind the Layer 2 (L2) solution Taiko confirmed a serious security incident: the blockchain state verification mechanism was compromised. This jeopardized all bridges deployed on the network.
Developers stated that under the current circumstances, the security of Taiko's bridge protocols can no longer be relied upon. Users are strongly advised to immediately withdraw funds from all bridges operating within the ecosystem...
Attack on Taiko: hacker compromised the L2 network state verification mechanism, losses exceed $1.7 million
On June 22, the team behind the Layer 2 (L2) solution Taiko confirmed a serious security incident: the blockchain state verification mechanism was compromised. This jeopardized all bridges deployed on the network.Developers stated that under the current circumstances, the security of Taiko's bridge protocols can no longer be relied upon. Users are strongly advised to immediately withdraw funds from all bridges operating within the ecosystem...
10:22
The decentralized event prediction platform Polymarket has found itself at the center of a major scandal. It has been revealed that the company paid content creators to produce videos showcasing fake bets and supposedly large winnings. These videos were actively distributed on social media and used as promotional materials to attract new users.
According to an investigation, dozens of creators were involved in the scheme...
Polymarket Scandal: Platform Paid Bloggers for Fake Bets and Winnings
The decentralized event prediction platform Polymarket has found itself at the center of a major scandal. It has been revealed that the company paid content creators to produce videos showcasing fake bets and supposedly large winnings. These videos were actively distributed on social media and used as promotional materials to attract new users.According to an investigation, dozens of creators were involved in the scheme...
10:21
On June 20, 2026, the MSUSD stablecoin, issued by the Main Street project, lost its peg to the US dollar. The asset's price collapsed by more than 90% relative to its $1 target, triggering widespread panic in the decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem.
The cause of the crash was a severed relationship with reserve confirmation provider Accountable. The service unilaterally terminated its cooperation with Main Street, citing the protocol's non-compliance with audit standards...
The stablecoin MSUSD has lost its peg: a 90% collapse and a chain reaction in the market
On June 20, 2026, the MSUSD stablecoin, issued by the Main Street project, lost its peg to the US dollar. The asset's price collapsed by more than 90% relative to its $1 target, triggering widespread panic in the decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem.The cause of the crash was a severed relationship with reserve confirmation provider Accountable. The service unilaterally terminated its cooperation with Main Street, citing the protocol's non-compliance with audit standards...
10:20
Morgan Stanley slashed fees on Ethereum and Solana ETFs to 0.14% — a new market record.
Morgan Stanley, a giant in traditional finance, is once again rewriting the rules of the game in the crypto ETF market. In updated S-1 registration forms filed with the SEC, the company has set a record-low fee for spot funds on Ethereum and Solana — just 0.14%. This is significantly lower than direct competitors, including Grayscale and Franklin Templeton, whose fees traditionally range from 0.20% to 0...
10:18
Market Liquidity Analysis: When and How to Lock in Profits in Cryptocurrencies
The issue of withdrawing funds from cryptocurrency assets is a key one for any investor seeking not only accumulation but also competent profit-taking. As an analyst, I observe daily how a poorly chosen exit moment can negate weeks and months of successful trading.
The withdrawal process is not merely a technical operation. It is a strategic step requiring an assessment of the market phase. In a bull market, many make the mistake of withdrawing funds at the peak of emotions rather than the peak of price...
The withdrawal process is not merely a technical operation. It is a strategic step requiring an assessment of the market phase. In a bull market, many make the mistake of withdrawing funds at the peak of emotions rather than the peak of price...