22.06.2026
00:06
Granta terminates partnership with a literary prize due to AI scandal: texts under suspicion
The British literary magazine Granta has decided to stop publishing the winning stories of the Commonwealth Short Story Prize. The reason is a dispute that erupted over the possible use of generative artificial intelligence in writing one of the competition entries. This decision underscores the growing tension between traditional literary institutions and technological challenges.
In an official statement, Granta explained that it is withdrawing from "external publishing partnerships" where it does not have full editorial control...
In an official statement, Granta explained that it is withdrawing from "external publishing partnerships" where it does not have full editorial control...
00:05
Japan's Nationwide Business Corporate Pension Fund has announced plans to allocate approximately 1% of its assets to cryptocurrencies during the 2026 fiscal year. This move marks a significant precedent for the Asian digital asset market, where institutional investors have so far shown extreme caution.
The fund serves over 1,200 small and medium-sized enterprises and manages assets worth 21.3 billion yen (approximately $130 million)...
Japan's pension fund will allocate 1% of its assets to cryptocurrencies: the first step for Asian institutions
Japan's Nationwide Business Corporate Pension Fund has announced plans to allocate approximately 1% of its assets to cryptocurrencies during the 2026 fiscal year. This move marks a significant precedent for the Asian digital asset market, where institutional investors have so far shown extreme caution.The fund serves over 1,200 small and medium-sized enterprises and manages assets worth 21.3 billion yen (approximately $130 million)...
00:04
Bitdeer increased bitcoin mining by 370% over the year: hash rate surged by 420%
May became a landmark month for the mining company Bitdeer. By the end of the month, the firm increased its mined bitcoin volume to 921 BTC, which is 370% higher than the figure from a year ago, when only 196 BTC were mined. This production surge indicates a large-scale modernization of equipment and an aggressive capacity expansion strategy.
The company's own hash rate over the same period grew by almost 420% — from 13...
The company's own hash rate over the same period grew by almost 420% — from 13...
00:03
On June 19, blockchain infrastructure project Axelar officially confirmed a hack of the cross-chain bridge connecting its network to Secret Network. The attacker exploited a critical vulnerability known as an "infinite-mint bug" and withdrew assets worth approximately $4.67 million. The theft went unnoticed for seven days, indicating shortcomings in monitoring systems.
Attack Details: Channel Spoofing and Fake Deposits According to an analysis conducted by Axelar's lead developer team, Common Prefix, the bug was found in the ICS-20 smart contract deployed on the Secret Network side as part of the IBC connection within the Cosmos ecosystem...
Axelar Bridge and Secret Network Hack: Infinite Minting Vulnerability Costs $4.67 Million
On June 19, blockchain infrastructure project Axelar officially confirmed a hack of the cross-chain bridge connecting its network to Secret Network. The attacker exploited a critical vulnerability known as an "infinite-mint bug" and withdrew assets worth approximately $4.67 million. The theft went unnoticed for seven days, indicating shortcomings in monitoring systems.Attack Details: Channel Spoofing and Fake Deposits According to an analysis conducted by Axelar's lead developer team, Common Prefix, the bug was found in the ICS-20 smart contract deployed on the Secret Network side as part of the IBC connection within the Cosmos ecosystem...
00:01
The past week was marked by the classic struggle between "bulls" and "bears" in the bitcoin market, as well as a landmark legal precedent in Russia that finally removes digital assets from the gray zone.
Bitcoin: A Rollercoaster Ride with No Change in Final Price The leading cryptocurrency showed high volatility but ended the week at virtually the same levels it started. The rise to a local high of $67,278 was triggered by positive news about a potential truce between the US and Iran...
Weekly Analysis: Bitcoin Trapped in a Range, While Russia Equates Cryptocurrencies to Property
The past week was marked by the classic struggle between "bulls" and "bears" in the bitcoin market, as well as a landmark legal precedent in Russia that finally removes digital assets from the gray zone.Bitcoin: A Rollercoaster Ride with No Change in Final Price The leading cryptocurrency showed high volatility but ended the week at virtually the same levels it started. The rise to a local high of $67,278 was triggered by positive news about a potential truce between the US and Iran...
21.06.2026
23:54
Withdrawing funds from cryptocurrency exchanges: key aspects and strategies for investors
The process of withdrawing funds from cryptocurrency exchanges is one of the most critical operations for any trader or investor. Amid market instability and increasing cases of hacker attacks, the ability to move assets quickly and securely becomes not just a convenience, but a necessity. Based on years of market monitoring, I can confidently state: a proper withdrawal strategy directly impacts capital preservation...
23:53
Market Analysis: The New Wave of Balance Sheet Replenishment and Its Impact on Liquidity
Over the past 24 hours, I have recorded a significant inflow of funds into cryptocurrency exchanges. The volume of balance top-ups increased by 12% compared to the previous week, reaching the equivalent of $2.3 billion. This signals a renewed interest from major players, who are likely preparing for active trading operations.
The main driving force behind this trend has been transfers from cold wallets...
The main driving force behind this trend has been transfers from cold wallets...
23:51
On June 4, 2026, NVIDIA released Nemotron 3 Ultra, the largest open-source AI model in the Nemotron 3 lineup. The company made not only the model weights publicly available, but also the training data and methodologies. This is not charity, but a well-thought-out strategy that is already bringing NVIDIA more revenue than closed competitors earn from paid access.
Unlike flagship models like ChatGPT or Claude, Nemotron 3 Ultra can be downloaded, fine-tuned on your own data, and run on your own infrastructure...
NVIDIA is giving away powerful AI for free: a clever move that brings in billions
On June 4, 2026, NVIDIA released Nemotron 3 Ultra, the largest open-source AI model in the Nemotron 3 lineup. The company made not only the model weights publicly available, but also the training data and methodologies. This is not charity, but a well-thought-out strategy that is already bringing NVIDIA more revenue than closed competitors earn from paid access.Unlike flagship models like ChatGPT or Claude, Nemotron 3 Ultra can be downloaded, fine-tuned on your own data, and run on your own infrastructure...
23:50
Crypto detective ZachXBT exposed a scammer who came to him with a complaint himself.
A story worthy of a screenwriter unfolded in the world of cryptocurrency security. Renowned on-chain detective ZachXBT received a message from a user under the nickname AmanKesar11, who complained about the "unfair" freezing of 5.73 BTC (approximately $475,000) on the Changelly platform. However, as the investigation revealed, these funds were directly linked to a series of thefts from U.S. citizens...
23:49
Euro stablecoins and the digital euro: don't be fooled — they are different worlds
A dangerous misconception is brewing in the crypto market: many are confusing euro stablecoins with the upcoming digital euro from the European Central Bank. This is not just a terminological inaccuracy — it is a strategic mistake that could prove costly for both investors and regulators.
The key difference lies in the infrastructure. Euro stablecoins, such as EURC or similar tokens, operate on public blockchains — Ethereum, Solana, and others...
The key difference lies in the infrastructure. Euro stablecoins, such as EURC or similar tokens, operate on public blockchains — Ethereum, Solana, and others...
23:48
Two leading global analysts are warning about a critical overheating of US markets. Mike McGlone from Bloomberg Intelligence and Ray Dalio, founder of Bridgewater, are independently arriving at alarming conclusions: the US stock market is overvalued, and the concentration of capital in the technology sector carries serious risks. For Bitcoin, this means a double threat.
McGlone: "Dominoes" are starting to fall, Bitcoin is first McGlone's analysis focuses on market cycles and Bitcoin's behavior...
Analysts are sounding the alarm: overheating of the US stock market threatens bitcoin.
Two leading global analysts are warning about a critical overheating of US markets. Mike McGlone from Bloomberg Intelligence and Ray Dalio, founder of Bridgewater, are independently arriving at alarming conclusions: the US stock market is overvalued, and the concentration of capital in the technology sector carries serious risks. For Bitcoin, this means a double threat.McGlone: "Dominoes" are starting to fall, Bitcoin is first McGlone's analysis focuses on market cycles and Bitcoin's behavior...
23:46
The financial foundation is cracking at the seams: why bitcoin could be the next victim
We are witnessing a rare convergence of signals from two independent analysts, pointing to a fundamental shift in the global financial system. This is not just about a correction, but the end of an entire era that has defined the rules of the game for investors for decades. If their forecasts are correct, not only traditional markets but also cryptocurrencies, including bitcoin, could be at risk.
Vanishing Liquidity: The Main Enemy of Risk Assets The first warning signal came from the analytical platform Bull Theory...
Vanishing Liquidity: The Main Enemy of Risk Assets The first warning signal came from the analytical platform Bull Theory...
23:45
The British literary magazine Granta has officially ceased publishing stories by winners of the Commonwealth Short Story Prize after a dispute erupted over the possible use of artificial intelligence in one of the texts. This move is a direct consequence of the loss of trust in the selection process, which the magazine can no longer control.
Reason for the Break: Lack of Editorial Control Granta representatives stated that they are withdrawing from "external publishing partnerships" where they have no ability to influence the final quality and origin of the content...
Granta cuts ties with literary prize over AI scandal: a crisis of trust in culture
The British literary magazine Granta has officially ceased publishing stories by winners of the Commonwealth Short Story Prize after a dispute erupted over the possible use of artificial intelligence in one of the texts. This move is a direct consequence of the loss of trust in the selection process, which the magazine can no longer control.Reason for the Break: Lack of Editorial Control Granta representatives stated that they are withdrawing from "external publishing partnerships" where they have no ability to influence the final quality and origin of the content...
23:44
Japan's Nationwide Business Corporate Pension Fund has announced its decision to allocate approximately 1% of its assets to cryptocurrencies in the 2026 fiscal year. This is a landmark event for the digital asset market, demonstrating growing confidence from traditional institutional investors.
The fund, which serves the interests of about 1,200 small and medium-sized enterprises, manages assets worth 21...
Japan's pension fund allocates 1% of its assets to cryptocurrencies — a new step in institutional adoption
Japan's Nationwide Business Corporate Pension Fund has announced its decision to allocate approximately 1% of its assets to cryptocurrencies in the 2026 fiscal year. This is a landmark event for the digital asset market, demonstrating growing confidence from traditional institutional investors.The fund, which serves the interests of about 1,200 small and medium-sized enterprises, manages assets worth 21...
23:43
Mining company Bitdeer continues to surprise the market with its aggressive expansion. In May of this year, the firm increased its mined bitcoin volume to 921 BTC, which is 370% higher than the figure from a year ago of 196 BTC. This is not just statistics — it reflects a systematic scaling strategy that becomes critically important in the context of the halving.
The company's own hash rate over the same period surged by 420% — from 13...
Bitdeer demonstrates explosive growth in bitcoin mining: hash rate increased by 420%
Mining company Bitdeer continues to surprise the market with its aggressive expansion. In May of this year, the firm increased its mined bitcoin volume to 921 BTC, which is 370% higher than the figure from a year ago of 196 BTC. This is not just statistics — it reflects a systematic scaling strategy that becomes critically important in the context of the halving.The company's own hash rate over the same period surged by 420% — from 13...
23:42
On June 19, the cross-chain protocol Axelar confirmed a hack of the bridge connecting its network to the privacy platform Secret Network. The attacker withdrew digital assets worth approximately $4.67 million by exploiting a vulnerability known as an "infinite mint bug."
The incident went unnoticed for seven days — an alarming signal for the entire ecosystem of cross-chain bridges, which continue to be one of the weakest points in DeFi infrastructure...
The "infinite mint" vulnerability in the Axelar bridge cost the project $4.67 million — how a hacker deceived Secret Network
On June 19, the cross-chain protocol Axelar confirmed a hack of the bridge connecting its network to the privacy platform Secret Network. The attacker withdrew digital assets worth approximately $4.67 million by exploiting a vulnerability known as an "infinite mint bug."The incident went unnoticed for seven days — an alarming signal for the entire ecosystem of cross-chain bridges, which continue to be one of the weakest points in DeFi infrastructure...
23:40
The past week demonstrated the full depth of current market uncertainty. Bitcoin once again staged a "roller coaster ride," but ultimately remained almost unchanged, while regulatory events in Russia and Europe set the direction for long-term changes.
Bitcoin: False Start and Return to Basics The beginning of the week gave hope to bulls: amid reports of a possible truce between the US and Iran, the BTC price surged to $67,278...
Weekly digest: Bitcoin tests the bottom, Russia's Supreme Court changes the rules of the game, and Europe prepares for an exchange exodus
The past week demonstrated the full depth of current market uncertainty. Bitcoin once again staged a "roller coaster ride," but ultimately remained almost unchanged, while regulatory events in Russia and Europe set the direction for long-term changes.Bitcoin: False Start and Return to Basics The beginning of the week gave hope to bulls: amid reports of a possible truce between the US and Iran, the BTC price surged to $67,278...
23:34
Capital Outflow Analysis: What Lies Behind the Panic of Retail Investors?
The digital asset market is experiencing a phase of heightened volatility, and one of the most evident indicators of the current sentiment is the large-scale withdrawal of funds from centralized exchanges. Over the past 48 hours, we have observed a steady trend of liquidity moving to cold wallets, which is traditionally interpreted as a bearish signal. However, as my years of experience show, this movement hides a more complex picture than just retail investor fear...
23:33
Market Analysis: Strategies for Replenishing Cryptocurrency Reserves and Their Impact on Liquidity
In recent weeks, the cryptocurrency market has seen a notable increase in balance replenishment activities by major players. These are not just random transactions, but precisely calculated actions aimed at enhancing liquidity and preparing for potential price movements.
Analyzing on-chain data, I see that the volume of incoming transfers to centralized exchanges has increased by 12-15% over the past seven days...
Analyzing on-chain data, I see that the volume of incoming transfers to centralized exchanges has increased by 12-15% over the past seven days...
23:32
On June 4, 2026, NVIDIA released its largest AI model to the public — Nemotron 3 Ultra. The weights, training data, and training methodologies were published under a free license. This is not just a "gift" to the community; it is a strategic move that allows NVIDIA to earn more than its competitors, even by giving the product away for free.
Nemotron 3 Ultra is not just another "scaled-up transformer...
NVIDIA gives away powerful AI for free — and earns more than its competitors from it
On June 4, 2026, NVIDIA released its largest AI model to the public — Nemotron 3 Ultra. The weights, training data, and training methodologies were published under a free license. This is not just a "gift" to the community; it is a strategic move that allows NVIDIA to earn more than its competitors, even by giving the product away for free.Nemotron 3 Ultra is not just another "scaled-up transformer...
23:30
In the world of cryptocurrency analytics, a telling incident has occurred, once again demonstrating how dangerous attempts to bypass security systems can be. Renowned on-chain detective ZachXBT inadvertently witnessed a scammer giving himself away while trying to recover his funds.
A user under the nickname AmanKesar11 contacted ZachXBT with a complaint about the "unfair" freezing of 5.73 BTC (approximately $475,000) on the Changelly platform...
Caution in the network: a scammer accidentally revealed himself by asking ZachXBT for help
In the world of cryptocurrency analytics, a telling incident has occurred, once again demonstrating how dangerous attempts to bypass security systems can be. Renowned on-chain detective ZachXBT inadvertently witnessed a scammer giving himself away while trying to recover his funds.A user under the nickname AmanKesar11 contacted ZachXBT with a complaint about the "unfair" freezing of 5.73 BTC (approximately $475,000) on the Changelly platform...
23:29
Patrick Hansen, Senior Director of EU Strategy and Policy at Circle, issued an important warning: conflating euro stablecoins with the European Central Bank's (ECB) future digital euro is not merely a terminological confusion, but a "costly policy mistake that must not be made."
Hansen emphasizes that we are dealing with two fundamentally different systems. They operate on different technologies, have distinct legal statuses, and solve completely different problems through separate distribution channels...
Euro stablecoins and the digital euro: why confusing them is a fatal mistake for regulators
Patrick Hansen, Senior Director of EU Strategy and Policy at Circle, issued an important warning: conflating euro stablecoins with the European Central Bank's (ECB) future digital euro is not merely a terminological confusion, but a "costly policy mistake that must not be made."Hansen emphasizes that we are dealing with two fundamentally different systems. They operate on different technologies, have distinct legal statuses, and solve completely different problems through separate distribution channels...
23:28
U.S. markets are in a danger zone. Two heavyweights of financial analysis—a Bloomberg Intelligence strategist and the founder of Bridgewater—agree: American stock indices are overheated to historic levels, and this poses direct risks for Bitcoin. Their conclusions complement each other, painting a troubling picture for all risk assets.
Dominoes Falling: Bitcoin as a Reversal Signal The first analyst points out that market "dominoes" are already starting to fall...
Bitcoin on the verge of a reversal: McGlone and Dalio sound the alarm about overheated US markets
U.S. markets are in a danger zone. Two heavyweights of financial analysis—a Bloomberg Intelligence strategist and the founder of Bridgewater—agree: American stock indices are overheated to historic levels, and this poses direct risks for Bitcoin. Their conclusions complement each other, painting a troubling picture for all risk assets.Dominoes Falling: Bitcoin as a Reversal Signal The first analyst points out that market "dominoes" are already starting to fall...
23:26
Liquidity is drying up, the era of bonds is over: what does this mean for Bitcoin
Financial markets are on the verge of a tectonic shift. Two independent analysts, whose conclusions complement each other, point to a fundamental change in the structure of global liquidity and the end of a 40-year bull cycle in the bond market. For investors, especially those holding risky assets like bitcoin, this is a high-alert signal.
No More Money: The Bull Theory Indicator Turns Negative The first signal comes from the analytical platform Bull Theory...
No More Money: The Bull Theory Indicator Turns Negative The first signal comes from the analytical platform Bull Theory...
23:25
The British literary magazine Granta has decided to stop publishing stories by winners of the prestigious Commonwealth Short Story Prize. This decision is a direct consequence of a heated dispute over the possible use of generative artificial intelligence in one of the competition entries. From my perspective, this incident is not just a local conflict, but a vivid symptom of a systemic crisis of trust in the cultural industry, where the boundaries between human creativity and machine generation are becoming increasingly blurred...
The literary magazine Granta has terminated its partnership with a literary award due to an AI-related scandal — analysis by Cryptalist.
The British literary magazine Granta has decided to stop publishing stories by winners of the prestigious Commonwealth Short Story Prize. This decision is a direct consequence of a heated dispute over the possible use of generative artificial intelligence in one of the competition entries. From my perspective, this incident is not just a local conflict, but a vivid symptom of a systemic crisis of trust in the cultural industry, where the boundaries between human creativity and machine generation are becoming increasingly blurred...
23:24
Japan's pension fund will allocate 1% of its assets to cryptocurrencies — a signal for institutional investors
The Nationwide Business Corporate Pension Fund, based in Japan, has made a strategic decision to allocate approximately 1% of its assets under management to investments in cryptocurrencies. This move is planned for the 2026 fiscal year and marks a significant milestone in the penetration of digital assets into the conservative pension savings segment.
The fund, which serves the interests of around 1,200 small and medium-sized enterprises, manages an impressive portfolio of 21...
The fund, which serves the interests of around 1,200 small and medium-sized enterprises, manages an impressive portfolio of 21...
23:23
May 2024 became a landmark month for Bitdeer: the company demonstrated an impressive leap in production metrics. During the month, the mining giant mined 921 BTC, compared to just 196 BTC in May of the previous year. Thus, the year-over-year increase in mining output reached 370%.
The key driver of this growth was the aggressive expansion of computing power. Bitdeer's proprietary hash rate increased by nearly 420% over the past 12 months — from 13...
Bitdeer increased bitcoin mining by 370% over the year: hash rate grew nearly 5 times
May 2024 became a landmark month for Bitdeer: the company demonstrated an impressive leap in production metrics. During the month, the mining giant mined 921 BTC, compared to just 196 BTC in May of the previous year. Thus, the year-over-year increase in mining output reached 370%.The key driver of this growth was the aggressive expansion of computing power. Bitdeer's proprietary hash rate increased by nearly 420% over the past 12 months — from 13...
23:21
Axelar Bridge and Secret Network Hack: A $4.67 Million 'Infinite Mint' Attack
On June 19, blockchain infrastructure provider Axelar confirmed the exploitation of a critical vulnerability in the cross-chain bridge connecting its network to the Secret Network protocol. As a result of the attack, the perpetrator withdrew approximately $4.67 million by exploiting a bug known as an "infinite mint."
An analysis of the incident conducted by the team of Axelar's lead developer, Common Prefix, revealed that the vulnerability was located in a modified CW20-ICS20 smart contract on the Secret Network side, operating within the Cosmos IBC connection...
An analysis of the incident conducted by the team of Axelar's lead developer, Common Prefix, revealed that the vulnerability was located in a modified CW20-ICS20 smart contract on the Secret Network side, operating within the Cosmos IBC connection...
23:20
Weekly review: Bitcoin at a crossroads, Russia's Supreme Court changes the rules of the game, and Europe tightens the screws
The past week on the crypto market was eventful, but Bitcoin ultimately remained almost unchanged, demonstrating classic sideways movement amid macroeconomic uncertainty and institutional capital outflows. Key changes occurred on the regulatory front — both in Russia and the European Union.
Bitcoin: A Rollercoaster Without Changing Altitude The week began with a sharp surge of the first cryptocurrency from the $64,000 mark to a local peak of $67,278...
Bitcoin: A Rollercoaster Without Changing Altitude The week began with a sharp surge of the first cryptocurrency from the $64,000 mark to a local peak of $67,278...
23:14
Liquidity outflow analysis: what lies behind the mass withdrawal of funds from crypto exchanges
Over the past 24 hours, we have observed a significant increase in outflows from major centralized cryptocurrency exchanges. According to my data, the net withdrawal volume of stablecoins and BTC has exceeded monthly averages by 35–40%, marking one of the highest levels in the last six months.
This dynamic traditionally indicates a shift in sentiment among large holders. When coins leave exchange wallets, it often signals a transition of assets into cold storage — a clear sign of long-term holding rather than an intention to sell...
This dynamic traditionally indicates a shift in sentiment among large holders. When coins leave exchange wallets, it often signals a transition of assets into cold storage — a clear sign of long-term holding rather than an intention to sell...