21.06.2026
19:44
The British literary magazine Granta has decided to stop publishing stories by winners of the Commonwealth Short Story Prize. The reason is a growing dispute over the possible use of generative artificial intelligence in one of the competition entries. The magazine stated that it will no longer participate in "external publishing partnerships" where the editorial team lacks full control over the content...
Granta terminates partnership with literary prize over AI scandal
The British literary magazine Granta has decided to stop publishing stories by winners of the Commonwealth Short Story Prize. The reason is a growing dispute over the possible use of generative artificial intelligence in one of the competition entries. The magazine stated that it will no longer participate in "external publishing partnerships" where the editorial team lacks full control over the content...
19:43
The Nationwide Business Corporate Pension Fund, a notable player in the Japanese pension savings market, has decided to allocate approximately 1% of its assets to investments in cryptocurrencies. This step is planned for the 2026 fiscal year and marks an important milestone in the integration of digital assets into institutional portfolios.
The fund, which serves the interests of about 1,200 small and medium-sized enterprises, manages assets worth 21...
Japan's pension fund will allocate 1% of its portfolio to cryptocurrencies: a new stage of institutional adoption
The Nationwide Business Corporate Pension Fund, a notable player in the Japanese pension savings market, has decided to allocate approximately 1% of its assets to investments in cryptocurrencies. This step is planned for the 2026 fiscal year and marks an important milestone in the integration of digital assets into institutional portfolios.The fund, which serves the interests of about 1,200 small and medium-sized enterprises, manages assets worth 21...
19:42
Public mining company Bitdeer demonstrates impressive scaling dynamics. According to my analysis of operational metrics for May, the firm mined 921 BTC, a 370% increase compared to the same period last year when only 196 BTC were extracted. This explosive growth is directly linked to the aggressive expansion of computing power.
Bitdeer's proprietary hash rate increased by nearly 420% — from 13...
Bitdeer's hash rate has soared by 420%: the company has increased its bitcoin mining output nearly fivefold over the past year.
Public mining company Bitdeer demonstrates impressive scaling dynamics. According to my analysis of operational metrics for May, the firm mined 921 BTC, a 370% increase compared to the same period last year when only 196 BTC were extracted. This explosive growth is directly linked to the aggressive expansion of computing power.Bitdeer's proprietary hash rate increased by nearly 420% — from 13...
19:41
On June 19, the blockchain infrastructure project Axelar officially confirmed a hack of the cross-chain bridge connecting its network to the Secret Network protocol. As a result of the attack, the attacker managed to withdraw digital assets worth approximately $4.67 million. The key cause of the incident was the exploitation of a vulnerability known as the "infinite mint bug."
Technical Details of the Attack As established by the Common Prefix development team, the bug was found in a modified version of the CW20-ICS20 smart contract deployed on the Secret Network side as part of an IBC connection with the Cosmos ecosystem...
Critical "Infinite Mint" Vulnerability in Axelar and Secret Network Bridge: Theft of $4.67 Million
On June 19, the blockchain infrastructure project Axelar officially confirmed a hack of the cross-chain bridge connecting its network to the Secret Network protocol. As a result of the attack, the attacker managed to withdraw digital assets worth approximately $4.67 million. The key cause of the incident was the exploitation of a vulnerability known as the "infinite mint bug."Technical Details of the Attack As established by the Common Prefix development team, the bug was found in a modified version of the CW20-ICS20 smart contract deployed on the Secret Network side as part of an IBC connection with the Cosmos ecosystem...
19:40
The past week was extremely eventful for the cryptocurrency market. Bitcoin once again demonstrated its volatility, moving from $62,000 to $67,000 and back, while regulatory events in Russia and Europe set a new direction for the entire industry. Let's break down the key points.
Bitcoin: swings on geopolitics and weak investor interest The beginning of the week was marked by a sharp surge in Bitcoin to the $67,278 level amid news of a possible truce between the US and Iran...
Weekly review: bitcoin at a crossroads, Russia's Supreme Court recognizes cryptocurrencies as property, and EU regulator issues ultimatum
The past week was extremely eventful for the cryptocurrency market. Bitcoin once again demonstrated its volatility, moving from $62,000 to $67,000 and back, while regulatory events in Russia and Europe set a new direction for the entire industry. Let's break down the key points.Bitcoin: swings on geopolitics and weak investor interest The beginning of the week was marked by a sharp surge in Bitcoin to the $67,278 level amid news of a possible truce between the US and Iran...
19:38
Analysis of Withdrawal Mechanisms: What Every Investor Needs to Know
Withdrawal operations remain one of the key aspects of interacting with cryptocurrency platforms. Amid growing volatility and tightening regulatory norms, understanding all the nuances of this process becomes critically important for preserving capital.
Key factors affecting withdrawal speed and cost:
The first thing an experienced trader pays attention to is the type of network. Using the mainnet of Bitcoin or Ethereum guarantees security but comes with high fees and long confirmation times...
Key factors affecting withdrawal speed and cost:
The first thing an experienced trader pays attention to is the type of network. Using the mainnet of Bitcoin or Ethereum guarantees security but comes with high fees and long confirmation times...
19:37
Major player strengthens positions: Analysis of the latest crypto wallet top-up
My radars have detected a significant movement of funds that deserves close attention from the professional community. We are talking about a large-scale top-up initiated, judging by the transaction structure, by an institutional investor or a well-capitalized "whale." Such actions traditionally serve as a trigger for reassessing the short-term and medium-term market outlook.
A detailed blockchain analysis shows that a substantial amount of liquidity has arrived at the specified address...
A detailed blockchain analysis shows that a substantial amount of liquidity has arrived at the specified address...
19:36
On June 4, 2026, NVIDIA released the Nemotron 3 Ultra — the largest open model in the Nemotron 3 lineup. The company made the weights, training data, and methodologies publicly available under a free license. The model is designed for long-lived autonomous agents and complex reasoning.
Unlike closed flagship models such as 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 strategy that brings in billions
On June 4, 2026, NVIDIA released the Nemotron 3 Ultra — the largest open model in the Nemotron 3 lineup. The company made the weights, training data, and methodologies publicly available under a free license. The model is designed for long-lived autonomous agents and complex reasoning.Unlike closed flagship models such as ChatGPT or Claude, Nemotron 3 Ultra can be downloaded, fine-tuned on your own data, and run on your own infrastructure...
19:35
A shocking incident occurred in the crypto community that is both amusing and revealing. One of the most famous on-chain detectives, ZachXBT, received a complaint from a user under the nickname AmanKesar11. The user was outraged by the "unfair" freezing of 5.73 BTC (about $475,000) on the Changelly platform. However, instead of getting help, the complainant inadvertently provided the detective with all the evidence against himself...
Self-exposure: A scammer turned himself in by asking ZachXBT for help with frozen 5.73 BTC
A shocking incident occurred in the crypto community that is both amusing and revealing. One of the most famous on-chain detectives, ZachXBT, received a complaint from a user under the nickname AmanKesar11. The user was outraged by the "unfair" freezing of 5.73 BTC (about $475,000) on the Changelly platform. However, instead of getting help, the complainant inadvertently provided the detective with all the evidence against himself...
19:34
An important conceptual divide is brewing in Europe's digital asset market. On one side are private euro stablecoins operating on public blockchains. On the other is the institutional digital euro from the European Central Bank (ECB). Mixing these two instruments is not just a terminological oversight, but a systemic error that could prove costly for both regulators and market participants.
Different infrastructure, different essence
The first and fundamental difference is the technological platform...
Euro stablecoins and the digital euro are two different worlds: why confusing them is dangerous for the market
An important conceptual divide is brewing in Europe's digital asset market. On one side are private euro stablecoins operating on public blockchains. On the other is the institutional digital euro from the European Central Bank (ECB). Mixing these two instruments is not just a terminological oversight, but a systemic error that could prove costly for both regulators and market participants.Different infrastructure, different essence
The first and fundamental difference is the technological platform...
19:32
Two leading market analysts agree on a troubling forecast: U.S. stock markets are in a zone of extreme overheating. Bloomberg Intelligence strategist Mike McGlone speaks of a potential "once-in-a-lifetime reversal," while Bridgewater founder Ray Dalio predicts years of negative real returns for U.S. stocks. Their conclusions complement each other, painting a unified picture of an impending correction...
Analysts are sounding the alarm: overheating of US markets and double risk for bitcoin
Two leading market analysts agree on a troubling forecast: U.S. stock markets are in a zone of extreme overheating. Bloomberg Intelligence strategist Mike McGlone speaks of a potential "once-in-a-lifetime reversal," while Bridgewater founder Ray Dalio predicts years of negative real returns for U.S. stocks. Their conclusions complement each other, painting a unified picture of an impending correction...
19:31
The financial system is entering a phase of tectonic shifts. Two independent analysts simultaneously point to a deep-seated shift that could reshape the rules of the game for all asset classes, including cryptocurrencies. This is not about a short-term correction, but a structural reversal that challenges established investment paradigms.
Liquidity Turns Negative The first signal comes from an analysis by Bull Theory...
The end of the bond era and the drying up of liquidity: what this means for Bitcoin
The financial system is entering a phase of tectonic shifts. Two independent analysts simultaneously point to a deep-seated shift that could reshape the rules of the game for all asset classes, including cryptocurrencies. This is not about a short-term correction, but a structural reversal that challenges established investment paradigms.Liquidity Turns Negative The first signal comes from an analysis by Bull Theory...
19:30
The British literary magazine Granta has officially announced the cessation of publishing works by winners of the Commonwealth Short Story Prize. The reason is a heated dispute over the possible use of generative artificial intelligence in one of the texts submitted for the 2026 competition.
In a statement from the editorial board, it is emphasized that Granta will no longer participate in "external publishing partnerships" where the magazine lacks editorial control...
Granta terminates partnership with literary award: AI scandal shatters trust
The British literary magazine Granta has officially announced the cessation of publishing works by winners of the Commonwealth Short Story Prize. The reason is a heated dispute over the possible use of generative artificial intelligence in one of the texts submitted for the 2026 competition.In a statement from the editorial board, it is emphasized that Granta will no longer participate in "external publishing partnerships" where the magazine lacks editorial control...
19:29
The Nationwide Business Corporate Pension Fund, a corporate pension fund serving the interests of approximately 1,200 small and medium-sized Japanese companies, has made a strategic decision to diversify its portfolio with digital assets. As early as the 2026 fiscal year, the entity, which manages assets totaling 21.3 billion yen (equivalent to roughly $130 million), will allocate about 1% of its portfolio to cryptocurrencies...
Japan's pension fund allocates 1% of its assets to crypto investments
The Nationwide Business Corporate Pension Fund, a corporate pension fund serving the interests of approximately 1,200 small and medium-sized Japanese companies, has made a strategic decision to diversify its portfolio with digital assets. As early as the 2026 fiscal year, the entity, which manages assets totaling 21.3 billion yen (equivalent to roughly $130 million), will allocate about 1% of its portfolio to cryptocurrencies...
19:28
Bitdeer recorded explosive growth in Bitcoin mining: +370% year-over-year
May 2024 was a landmark month for Bitdeer. According to my calculations, based on the company's operational data, the volume of mined coins reached 921 BTC. For comparison, in May 2023, this figure was only 196 BTC. Thus, we are witnessing a colossal increase of 370%.
The key driver of this growth is the exponential increase in its own hashrate. Over the year, Bitdeer's computing power increased by almost 420%: from 13...
The key driver of this growth is the exponential increase in its own hashrate. Over the year, Bitdeer's computing power increased by almost 420%: from 13...
19:26
Axelar Bridge and Secret Network Hack: 'Infinite Mint' Vulnerability Leads to $4.67 Million Loss
On June 19, the blockchain project Axelar officially confirmed a hack of the cross-chain bridge connecting its network to the Secret Network protocol. The attacker managed to withdraw approximately $4.67 million by exploiting a critical vulnerability known as "infinite mint."
As shown by an analysis conducted by Axelar's lead developer team, Common Prefix, the bug was discovered in the ICS-20 smart contract on the Secret Network side, operating via an IBC connection in the Cosmos ecosystem...
As shown by an analysis conducted by Axelar's lead developer team, Common Prefix, the bug was discovered in the ICS-20 smart contract on the Secret Network side, operating via an IBC connection in the Cosmos ecosystem...
19:25
The past week was marked by sharp fluctuations in the Bitcoin exchange rate, a landmark legal precedent in Russia, and strict deadlines for crypto businesses in the European Union. Let's break down the key events.
Bitcoin: Geopolitical swings and weak investor interest The leading cryptocurrency once again demonstrated its sensitivity to geopolitical news. At the start of the week, quotes surged to a local high of $67,278 amid reports of a potential truce between the US and Iran...
Weekly results: Bitcoin on a roller coaster, Russia's Supreme Court recognizes cryptocurrency as a subject of theft, and the EU tightens MiCA rules
The past week was marked by sharp fluctuations in the Bitcoin exchange rate, a landmark legal precedent in Russia, and strict deadlines for crypto businesses in the European Union. Let's break down the key events.Bitcoin: Geopolitical swings and weak investor interest The leading cryptocurrency once again demonstrated its sensitivity to geopolitical news. At the start of the week, quotes surged to a local high of $67,278 amid reports of a potential truce between the US and Iran...
19:24
Market Analysis: Mass Withdrawal of Funds Signals a Shift in Investor Sentiment
In the last few hours, the cryptocurrency market has seen a significant outflow of liquidity. On-chain analytics data records a sharp increase in the volume of withdrawals from major centralized exchanges. This movement indicates a shift in the short-term strategy of market participants.
Net outflows have been recorded exceeding the average levels of the past week. Such activity is traditionally interpreted as a transfer of assets to cold storage or preparation for long-term holding...
Net outflows have been recorded exceeding the average levels of the past week. Such activity is traditionally interpreted as a transfer of assets to cold storage or preparation for long-term holding...
19:23
Analysis of Unexpected Inflows: What Lies Behind the Movement of Funds in the Cryptocurrency Market
Today, a significant liquidity injection was recorded on the market, drawing the attention of analysts. This refers to an influx of funds, the volume of which exceeds the average levels of recent weeks. The exact sources have not yet been disclosed, but the nature of the movement points to the actions of a large institutional player or a group of miners consolidating their positions.
This injection occurs amid volatility driven by macroeconomic factors and expectations of regulatory decisions...
This injection occurs amid volatility driven by macroeconomic factors and expectations of regulatory decisions...
19:21
On June 4, 2026, NVIDIA released Nemotron 3 Ultra, the largest open AI model in the Nemotron 3 line. The model weights, training data, and training methodologies were made publicly available under a free license. The model is designed for long-running autonomous agents and complex reasoning.
Unlike closed flagships 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 strategy that generates billions
On June 4, 2026, NVIDIA released Nemotron 3 Ultra, the largest open AI model in the Nemotron 3 line. The model weights, training data, and training methodologies were made publicly available under a free license. The model is designed for long-running autonomous agents and complex reasoning.Unlike closed flagships like ChatGPT or Claude, Nemotron 3 Ultra can be downloaded, fine-tuned on your own data, and run on your own infrastructure...
19:20
In the world of cryptocurrency security, a curious yet instructive incident has occurred. 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, instead of receiving help, the scammer himself provided all the evidence of his involvement in the thefts...
Crypto detective ZachXBT exposed a scammer who came to him with a complaint about frozen bitcoins.
In the world of cryptocurrency security, a curious yet instructive incident has occurred. 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, instead of receiving help, the scammer himself provided all the evidence of his involvement in the thefts...
19:19
Euro stablecoins and the digital euro: why they cannot be placed on the same shelf
Recently, the topic of the parallel development of euro stablecoins and the ECB's digital euro has been increasingly discussed in the crypto community and regulatory circles. However, confusing these two instruments is not just a terminological oversight, but a strategic mistake that could distort the entire digital finance policy in Europe.
Different Nature, Different Tasks
Euro stablecoins, issued under the MiCA regulation, operate on public blockchains such as Ethereum or Solana...
Different Nature, Different Tasks
Euro stablecoins, issued under the MiCA regulation, operate on public blockchains such as Ethereum or Solana...
19:17
Two authoritative voices from Wall Street are simultaneously warning about a critical overheating of the U.S. stock market. Bloomberg Intelligence strategist Mike McGlone speaks of a possible "once-in-a-lifetime reversal," while Bridgewater founder Ray Dalio forecasts negative real returns for U.S. stocks for years to come. Both agree on the main point: markets are too overheated, and Bitcoin is at the forefront of this risk...
Analysts are sounding the alarm: overheating of American markets and double risk for bitcoin
Two authoritative voices from Wall Street are simultaneously warning about a critical overheating of the U.S. stock market. Bloomberg Intelligence strategist Mike McGlone speaks of a possible "once-in-a-lifetime reversal," while Bridgewater founder Ray Dalio forecasts negative real returns for U.S. stocks for years to come. Both agree on the main point: markets are too overheated, and Bitcoin is at the forefront of this risk...
19:16
The financial system is entering a new phase, and alarm signals for investors are growing louder. Two independent analytical perspectives point to fundamental changes: excess liquidity in the markets has turned negative for the first time since 2021, and the 40-year bond bull market appears to be over. For Bitcoin, as for other risk assets, this creates a unique combination of short-term threats and long-term opportunities...
The end of the bond era and the disappearance of liquidity: what awaits Bitcoin
The financial system is entering a new phase, and alarm signals for investors are growing louder. Two independent analytical perspectives point to fundamental changes: excess liquidity in the markets has turned negative for the first time since 2021, and the 40-year bond bull market appears to be over. For Bitcoin, as for other risk assets, this creates a unique combination of short-term threats and long-term opportunities...
19:14
The British literary magazine Granta has decided to stop publishing stories by winners of the Commonwealth Short Story Prize. This came after a heated dispute over the possible use of generative artificial intelligence in one of the texts that made it to the finals of the 2026 award.
In an official statement, Granta emphasized that it will no longer participate in "external publishing partnerships" unless the magazine has full editorial control...
AI Scandal in Literature: Granta Magazine Ends Partnership with Prestigious Prize
The British literary magazine Granta has decided to stop publishing stories by winners of the Commonwealth Short Story Prize. This came after a heated dispute over the possible use of generative artificial intelligence in one of the texts that made it to the finals of the 2026 award.In an official statement, Granta emphasized that it will no longer participate in "external publishing partnerships" unless the magazine has full editorial control...
19:13
Japan's corporate pension fund, the Nationwide Business Corporate Pension Fund, has made a strategic decision: in the 2026 fiscal year, it will allocate about 1% of its assets to cryptocurrencies. This is a landmark move for the Asian institutional market, given the conservative nature of pension funds.
The fund serves the interests of approximately 1,200 small and medium-sized enterprises, managing a portfolio of 21...
Japan's pension giant will allocate 1% of its portfolio to cryptocurrencies in 2026
Japan's corporate pension fund, the Nationwide Business Corporate Pension Fund, has made a strategic decision: in the 2026 fiscal year, it will allocate about 1% of its assets to cryptocurrencies. This is a landmark move for the Asian institutional market, given the conservative nature of pension funds.The fund serves the interests of approximately 1,200 small and medium-sized enterprises, managing a portfolio of 21...
19:12
May was a landmark month for Bitdeer, as the company demonstrated impressive operational results. During this period, the firm mined 921 BTC, which is 4.7 times higher than the figure for May last year, when only 196 coins were mined. Thus, the annual growth in mining volume amounted to 370%.
The key driver of this surge was a massive increase in computing power. Bitdeer's proprietary hash rate over the same period grew by almost 420% — from 13...
Bitdeer demonstrates explosive growth: bitcoin mining increased by 370% year-over-year
May was a landmark month for Bitdeer, as the company demonstrated impressive operational results. During this period, the firm mined 921 BTC, which is 4.7 times higher than the figure for May last year, when only 196 coins were mined. Thus, the annual growth in mining volume amounted to 370%.The key driver of this surge was a massive increase in computing power. Bitdeer's proprietary hash rate over the same period grew by almost 420% — from 13...
19:11
On June 19, the blockchain infrastructure project Axelar officially confirmed a hack of the cross-chain bridge connecting its network with the Secret Network protocol. As a result of the attack, the attacker withdrew approximately $4.67 million by exploiting an "infinite mint" vulnerability.
Technical Details of the Exploit My analysis shows that the incident went unnoticed for seven days. According to data from Axelar's lead developer, Common Prefix, the breach was discovered in the ICS-20 smart contract, modified for Secret Network as part of the IBC connection with the Cosmos ecosystem...
Exploit of the Axelar and Secret Network Bridge: A $4.67 Million Infinite Mint Attack
On June 19, the blockchain infrastructure project Axelar officially confirmed a hack of the cross-chain bridge connecting its network with the Secret Network protocol. As a result of the attack, the attacker withdrew approximately $4.67 million by exploiting an "infinite mint" vulnerability.Technical Details of the Exploit My analysis shows that the incident went unnoticed for seven days. According to data from Axelar's lead developer, Common Prefix, the breach was discovered in the ICS-20 smart contract, modified for Secret Network as part of the IBC connection with the Cosmos ecosystem...
19:10
Weekly Review: Bitcoin on a Rollercoaster, Russia's Supreme Court Recognizes Cryptocurrency as Property, and MiCA Takes Effect
The past week was extremely eventful for the cryptocurrency market, combining sharp price movements, significant legal precedents in Russia, and regulatory changes in the European Union. As an analyst, I would characterize the situation as a period of consolidation with pronounced geopolitical and institutional triggers.
Bitcoin: Return to Origins After Geopolitical Surge Bitcoin started the week with confident growth, rising from $64,000 to a local high of $67,278 amid news of a potential truce between the US and Iran...
Bitcoin: Return to Origins After Geopolitical Surge Bitcoin started the week with confident growth, rising from $64,000 to a local high of $67,278 amid news of a potential truce between the US and Iran...
19:07
Market Analysis: Mass Withdrawal of Funds Signals a Shift in Investor Sentiment
In the last few hours, a significant outflow of liquidity has been recorded in the cryptocurrency market. On-chain metrics indicate that large holders (whales) and institutional investors are actively moving their assets from exchanges to cold wallets. This trend typically precedes periods of high volatility or profit-taking after a prolonged rally.
Details of Capital Movement The total volume of funds withdrawn over the past 24 hours has exceeded the average weekly figures by 40%...
Details of Capital Movement The total volume of funds withdrawn over the past 24 hours has exceeded the average weekly figures by 40%...