21.06.2026
15:30
The British literary magazine Granta has decided to stop publishing stories by winners of the Commonwealth Short Story Prize. The reason is a dispute over the possible use of generative artificial intelligence in one of the competition entries. This decision marks a new stage in the confrontation between the traditional literary ecosystem and AI technologies.
Granta's management stated that it is withdrawing from "external publishing partnerships" where the magazine does not have full editorial control...
The literary magazine Granta terminates its partnership with the award due to an AI scandal: an analysis of the consequences
The British literary magazine Granta has decided to stop publishing stories by winners of the Commonwealth Short Story Prize. The reason is a dispute over the possible use of generative artificial intelligence in one of the competition entries. This decision marks a new stage in the confrontation between the traditional literary ecosystem and AI technologies.Granta's management stated that it is withdrawing from "external publishing partnerships" where the magazine does not have full editorial control...
15:29
Japan's pension fund will allocate 1% of its portfolio to crypto assets: a new era of institutional adoption
The Nationwide Business Corporate Pension Fund, which serves over 1,200 small and medium-sized enterprises in Japan, has made a strategic decision to diversify its portfolio. In the 2026 fiscal year, the management company, which oversees assets worth 21.3 billion yen (approximately $130 million), will allocate about 1% of its funds to the cryptocurrency sector.
The investments will not be made directly, but rather through the portfolio of a major hedge fund that already includes several digital assets...
The investments will not be made directly, but rather through the portfolio of a major hedge fund that already includes several digital assets...
15:28
Mining company Bitdeer is demonstrating impressive growth rates. In May 2024, the volume of bitcoins it mined reached 921 BTC, a 370% increase compared to the same period last year when only 196 BTC were obtained. This surge is a direct result of aggressive expansion of computing power.
The company's own hash rate has skyrocketed by nearly 420% — from 13.6 EH/s to 70.2 EH/s. This is one of the highest growth rates among public miners over the past 12 months...
Bitdeer's hash rate has soared by 420%: the company has increased its bitcoin mining output nearly fivefold over the past year
Mining company Bitdeer is demonstrating impressive growth rates. In May 2024, the volume of bitcoins it mined reached 921 BTC, a 370% increase compared to the same period last year when only 196 BTC were obtained. This surge is a direct result of aggressive expansion of computing power.The company's own hash rate has skyrocketed by nearly 420% — from 13.6 EH/s to 70.2 EH/s. This is one of the highest growth rates among public miners over the past 12 months...
15:27
On June 19, the blockchain project Axelar officially confirmed a hack of the cross-chain bridge connecting it to the Secret Network protocol. The attacker managed to withdraw assets worth approximately $4.67 million by exploiting a critical vulnerability known as "infinite mint." Notably, the theft went unnoticed for seven days, highlighting insufficient monitoring responsiveness within the ecosystem...
Axelar and Secret Network Bridge Hack: Hacker Steals $4.67 Million via 'Infinite Mint' Vulnerability
On June 19, the blockchain project Axelar officially confirmed a hack of the cross-chain bridge connecting it to the Secret Network protocol. The attacker managed to withdraw assets worth approximately $4.67 million by exploiting a critical vulnerability known as "infinite mint." Notably, the theft went unnoticed for seven days, highlighting insufficient monitoring responsiveness within the ecosystem...
15:25
The past week was extremely eventful for the cryptocurrency market. Bitcoin once again demonstrated its volatility, making sharp moves up and down, while regulatory news from Russia and Europe set a new direction for the industry's development. Let's break down the key events.
Bitcoin: Swings from $62,000 to $67,000 and Back The week began with an optimistic surge. Amid rumors of a truce between the US and Iran, the leading cryptocurrency jumped from $64,000 to a local high of $67,278...
Weekly Review: Bitcoin on a Rollercoaster, While Russia Introduces New Crypto Regulations
The past week was extremely eventful for the cryptocurrency market. Bitcoin once again demonstrated its volatility, making sharp moves up and down, while regulatory news from Russia and Europe set a new direction for the industry's development. Let's break down the key events.Bitcoin: Swings from $62,000 to $67,000 and Back The week began with an optimistic surge. Amid rumors of a truce between the US and Iran, the leading cryptocurrency jumped from $64,000 to a local high of $67,278...
15:24
Analysis of the Current Situation with Withdrawals from Crypto Exchanges: What Lies Behind the Trend?
In recent weeks, the market has seen a noticeable increase in the volume of withdrawals from centralized cryptocurrency exchanges. This trend has attracted the attention of both retail and institutional investors, and I decided to look into its causes and possible consequences.
According to my data, over the past 30 days, the net outflow of funds from major platforms such as Binance, Coinbase, and Kraken has exceeded $2 billion...
According to my data, over the past 30 days, the net outflow of funds from major platforms such as Binance, Coinbase, and Kraken has exceeded $2 billion...
15:23
How I topped up my balance: strategy and analytics
In the world of cryptocurrencies, the issue of topping up your balance is not just a technical procedure but a strategic move that requires an analysis of the current market conditions. Today, I want to share my expert perspective on this process, which many traders underestimate.
When I decide to top up my balance, I always consider three key factors: the liquidity of the chosen pair, network fees, and time delays...
When I decide to top up my balance, I always consider three key factors: the liquidity of the chosen pair, network fees, and time delays...
15:21
Bitcoin ignored the oil crash: 5 years of data prove there is no correlation
This week, Brent crude oil experienced its deepest weekly decline in recent months, plunging 9% and falling below the $80 per barrel mark. It would seem a classic scenario: cheaper energy should have been a 'green light' for the crypto market. However, Bitcoin reacted with striking indifference, dipping only 1%.
This price divergence calls into question the strength of a connection that many traders and analysts have long considered an unshakable market rule...
This price divergence calls into question the strength of a connection that many traders and analysts have long considered an unshakable market rule...
15:19
On June 4, 2026, NVIDIA released Nemotron 3 Ultra, its largest open-source AI model. Under a permissive license, the company released the weights, training data, and methodologies. At first glance, this appears to be a generous gesture, but behind it lies a well-thought-out business strategy that allows NVIDIA to earn more than its closed competitors.
Nemotron 3 Ultra is not just another transformer...
NVIDIA is giving away powerful AI for free: how the open-source Nemotron 3 Ultra model turns into a goldmine for the giant
On June 4, 2026, NVIDIA released Nemotron 3 Ultra, its largest open-source AI model. Under a permissive license, the company released the weights, training data, and methodologies. At first glance, this appears to be a generous gesture, but behind it lies a well-thought-out business strategy that allows NVIDIA to earn more than its closed competitors.Nemotron 3 Ultra is not just another transformer...
15:18
A story worthy of a crypto-thriller script: a figure under the alias AmanKesar11 personally reached out to on-chain detective ZachXBT, complaining about the "unfair" freezing of 5.73 BTC (approximately $475,000) on the Changelly platform. After conducting a thorough analysis, ZachXBT determined that these funds are directly linked to a series of thefts from U.S. citizens, including retirees, through social engineering manipulations, hacks of American exchanges, and the use of Bitcoin ATMs...
A scammer accidentally turned himself in by complaining to ZachXBT about the freezing of 5.73 BTC.
A story worthy of a crypto-thriller script: a figure under the alias AmanKesar11 personally reached out to on-chain detective ZachXBT, complaining about the "unfair" freezing of 5.73 BTC (approximately $475,000) on the Changelly platform. After conducting a thorough analysis, ZachXBT determined that these funds are directly linked to a series of thefts from U.S. citizens, including retirees, through social engineering manipulations, hacks of American exchanges, and the use of Bitcoin ATMs...
15:17
A fundamentally important distinction is brewing in the cryptocurrency market, which many regulators and market participants still ignore. This concerns the fundamental difference between euro stablecoins (e-money tokens under the MiCA classification) and the future digital euro being developed by the European Central Bank (ECB). Confusing these two instruments is not just a terminological inaccuracy, but a costly policy mistake that could lead to serious regulatory and market imbalances...
Euro stablecoins and the digital euro: why confusing them is a fatal policy mistake
A fundamentally important distinction is brewing in the cryptocurrency market, which many regulators and market participants still ignore. This concerns the fundamental difference between euro stablecoins (e-money tokens under the MiCA classification) and the future digital euro being developed by the European Central Bank (ECB). Confusing these two instruments is not just a terminological inaccuracy, but a costly policy mistake that could lead to serious regulatory and market imbalances...
15:15
The Overheated US Market: McGloane and Dalio Warn of a Crash — What This Means for Bitcoin
Warning signals for the US stock market are sounding from two recognized authorities. Bloomberg Intelligence strategist Mike McGlone and Bridgewater Associates founder Ray Dalio agree: markets are overheated, overvalued, and in a dangerous zone. Their analysis, though from different angles, paints a grim picture for traditional assets, and this directly concerns Bitcoin.
McGlone: "Dominoes" are falling, Bitcoin is first in line McGlone points out that market "dominoes" have already begun to fall...
McGlone: "Dominoes" are falling, Bitcoin is first in line McGlone points out that market "dominoes" have already begun to fall...
15:14
The British literary magazine Granta has announced it will stop publishing stories by winners of the Commonwealth Short Story Prize. The decision came after a heated dispute over the possible use of generative artificial intelligence in one of the winning texts. This event has become a landmark for the industry, raising questions about transparency and authorial control in the age of AI.
Details of the Conflict Granta stated it will no longer participate in "external publishing partnerships" where it does not have editorial control...
Granta severs ties with the Commonwealth Prize over AI scandal: market analysis
The British literary magazine Granta has announced it will stop publishing stories by winners of the Commonwealth Short Story Prize. The decision came after a heated dispute over the possible use of generative artificial intelligence in one of the winning texts. This event has become a landmark for the industry, raising questions about transparency and authorial control in the age of AI.Details of the Conflict Granta stated it will no longer participate in "external publishing partnerships" where it does not have editorial control...
15:13
Japan's corporate pension fund, the Nationwide Business Corporate Pension Fund, has made a strategic decision — in the 2026 fiscal year, it will allocate approximately 1% of its assets to cryptocurrencies. This move marks a significant step in the integration of digital assets into traditional institutional portfolios, especially given the conservative approach typical of Japanese pension systems...
Japan's pension fund allocates 1% of assets to cryptocurrencies: a signal for the institutional market
Japan's corporate pension fund, the Nationwide Business Corporate Pension Fund, has made a strategic decision — in the 2026 fiscal year, it will allocate approximately 1% of its assets to cryptocurrencies. This move marks a significant step in the integration of digital assets into traditional institutional portfolios, especially given the conservative approach typical of Japanese pension systems...
15:12
Mining company Bitdeer has demonstrated impressive growth rates in operational metrics. According to my analysis, in May of this year, the firm mined 921 BTC, a 370% increase compared to the same period last year — 196 BTC. Such a production surge was made possible by an aggressive expansion of computing power.
The company's own hash rate increased by almost 420% — from 13.6 EH/s to 70.2 EH/s over twelve months...
Bitdeer recorded a record growth in Bitcoin mining: +370% year-over-year
Mining company Bitdeer has demonstrated impressive growth rates in operational metrics. According to my analysis, in May of this year, the firm mined 921 BTC, a 370% increase compared to the same period last year — 196 BTC. Such a production surge was made possible by an aggressive expansion of computing power.The company's own hash rate increased by almost 420% — from 13.6 EH/s to 70.2 EH/s over twelve months...
15:11
On June 19, the blockchain infrastructure project Axelar officially confirmed the hack of the cross-chain bridge connecting its ecosystem with the Secret Network protocol. The attacker managed to withdraw assets worth approximately $4.67 million by exploiting a critical smart contract error known as an "infinite mint."
The theft went unnoticed for seven days — an alarming signal for the entire industry, demonstrating how vulnerable even seemingly verified cross-chain bridges can be...
Axelar disclosed a bridge hack with Secret Network: the hacker stole $4.67 million through an "infinite minting" vulnerability
On June 19, the blockchain infrastructure project Axelar officially confirmed the hack of the cross-chain bridge connecting its ecosystem with the Secret Network protocol. The attacker managed to withdraw assets worth approximately $4.67 million by exploiting a critical smart contract error known as an "infinite mint."The theft went unnoticed for seven days — an alarming signal for the entire industry, demonstrating how vulnerable even seemingly verified cross-chain bridges can be...
15:10
The past week has been a vivid illustration of how geopolitics and macroeconomics continue to keep the digital asset market on edge. Bitcoin once again demonstrated classic volatility, while regulatory news from Russia and Europe added fundamental clarity to the legal status of cryptocurrencies.
Bitcoin: a rollercoaster amid geopolitics The week began with a sharp surge in the first cryptocurrency...
Weekly Review: Bitcoin on an emotional rollercoaster, while Russia's Supreme Court equates cryptocurrency to property
The past week has been a vivid illustration of how geopolitics and macroeconomics continue to keep the digital asset market on edge. Bitcoin once again demonstrated classic volatility, while regulatory news from Russia and Europe added fundamental clarity to the legal status of cryptocurrencies.Bitcoin: a rollercoaster amid geopolitics The week began with a sharp surge in the first cryptocurrency...
15:09
Analysis of the current situation with cryptoasset withdrawal: market signals and strategies
In recent days, the cryptocurrency market has seen notable activity related to withdrawals from major exchanges. This trend, which I track as part of my daily monitoring, indicates a shift in sentiment among institutional and retail investors.
Withdrawals are an indicator that often precedes either a significant price increase or preparation for storing assets in cold wallets. In the current context, where trading volumes remain stable and key support levels are holding, it can be assumed that large holders prefer to reduce risks associated with storing funds on centralized platforms...
Withdrawals are an indicator that often precedes either a significant price increase or preparation for storing assets in cold wallets. In the current context, where trading volumes remain stable and key support levels are holding, it can be assumed that large holders prefer to reduce risks associated with storing funds on centralized platforms...
15:08
Market Analysis: Deposit replenishment strategies in conditions of volatility
In the current market environment, the process of funding a trading account requires special attention and a thoughtful approach. As a leading cryptocurrency market analyst, I regularly observe investors making typical mistakes during the deposit stage, which subsequently negatively impacts their trading efficiency.
Key Aspects of Funding The first thing to consider is choosing the optimal time for making a deposit...
Key Aspects of Funding The first thing to consider is choosing the optimal time for making a deposit...
15:07
Disconnect: why bitcoin ignores the oil crash and what is really driving the market
This week, Brent crude oil posted its deepest weekly decline in months, crashing 9% below the $80 per barrel mark. It would seem to be a classic "green light" for the cryptocurrency market, which, according to the established view of many traders, should have rebounded in the wake of the cheaper commodity. However, Bitcoin reacted with striking indifference, slipping just 1%.
This price gap forces us to question the strength, and indeed the very existence, of a direct correlation between "black gold" and "digital gold...
This price gap forces us to question the strength, and indeed the very existence, of a direct correlation between "black gold" and "digital gold...
15:05
On June 4, 2026, NVIDIA released its largest open-source AI model — Nemotron 3 Ultra. This is not just another release: the model weights, training data, and training methodologies were made publicly available under a free license. The model is designed for long-term autonomous agent operation and complex reasoning.
Unlike closed 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 — and making more money than its competitors
On June 4, 2026, NVIDIA released its largest open-source AI model — Nemotron 3 Ultra. This is not just another release: the model weights, training data, and training methodologies were made publicly available under a free license. The model is designed for long-term autonomous agent operation and complex reasoning.Unlike closed flagship models like ChatGPT or Claude, Nemotron 3 Ultra can be downloaded, fine-tuned on your own data, and run on your own infrastructure...
15:04
On-chain detective ZachXBT published a cautionary tale about a scammer who turned himself in by asking for help. A user under the nickname AmanKesar11 complained to him about the "unfair" freezing of 5.73 BTC (approximately $475,000) on the Changelly platform. However, a transaction check revealed that these funds were directly linked to a series of thefts from American citizens.
Using his own analytical tools, ZachXBT traced the origin of the funds...
Self-guidance: how a complaint about frozen bitcoins exposed a fraudster completely
On-chain detective ZachXBT published a cautionary tale about a scammer who turned himself in by asking for help. A user under the nickname AmanKesar11 complained to him about the "unfair" freezing of 5.73 BTC (approximately $475,000) on the Changelly platform. However, a transaction check revealed that these funds were directly linked to a series of thefts from American citizens.Using his own analytical tools, ZachXBT traced the origin of the funds...
15:03
The digital asset market in Europe is developing rapidly, and at first glance, it may seem that euro stablecoins and the upcoming digital euro from the European Central Bank (ECB) are almost the same thing. However, this is a dangerous misconception. As Patrick Hansen, Senior Director of EU Strategy and Policy at Circle, emphasizes, confusing these instruments is a "costly policy mistake that must not be made...
Euro stablecoins and the digital euro: two different worlds that should not be mixed
The digital asset market in Europe is developing rapidly, and at first glance, it may seem that euro stablecoins and the upcoming digital euro from the European Central Bank (ECB) are almost the same thing. However, this is a dangerous misconception. As Patrick Hansen, Senior Director of EU Strategy and Policy at Circle, emphasizes, confusing these instruments is a "costly policy mistake that must not be made...
15:01
U.S. markets are in a zone of extreme overheating — this is the conclusion reached by two authoritative analysts whose views on the situation complement each other. These are Bloomberg Intelligence strategist Mike McGlone and Bridgewater founder Ray Dalio. Both are warning of impending risks, and their forecasts directly impact the future of Bitcoin.
McGlone: The "Dominoes" Are Starting to Fall Mike McGlone is recording the beginning of a process he calls a "once-in-a-lifetime reversal...
Analysts are sounding the alarm: overheating of US markets and the fate of Bitcoin
U.S. markets are in a zone of extreme overheating — this is the conclusion reached by two authoritative analysts whose views on the situation complement each other. These are Bloomberg Intelligence strategist Mike McGlone and Bridgewater founder Ray Dalio. Both are warning of impending risks, and their forecasts directly impact the future of Bitcoin.McGlone: The "Dominoes" Are Starting to Fall Mike McGlone is recording the beginning of a process he calls a "once-in-a-lifetime reversal...
15:00
The British literary magazine Granta has decided to stop publishing stories by winners of the Commonwealth Short Story Prize. The reason is a heated dispute over the possible use of generative AI in one of the competition entries. This decision demonstrates how deeply the technological issue has penetrated traditional cultural institutions.
What happened? Granta officially stated that it is withdrawing from "external publishing partnerships" where it cannot exercise full editorial control...
A Literary AI Scandal: Granta Ends Partnership with Prestigious Prize
The British literary magazine Granta has decided to stop publishing stories by winners of the Commonwealth Short Story Prize. The reason is a heated dispute over the possible use of generative AI in one of the competition entries. This decision demonstrates how deeply the technological issue has penetrated traditional cultural institutions.What happened? Granta officially stated that it is withdrawing from "external publishing partnerships" where it cannot exercise full editorial control...
14:59
Japan's pension fund allocates 1% of its portfolio to crypto assets: a new signal for institutional investors
A landmark event is brewing in the digital asset industry: one of Japan's corporate pension funds, the Nationwide Business Corporate Pension Fund, has decided to include cryptocurrencies in its investment portfolio. Starting in the 2026 fiscal year, the fund will allocate approximately 1% of its total assets under management to acquire digital currencies.
The organization, which serves the interests of roughly 1,200 small and medium-sized enterprises, manages a substantial portfolio of 21...
The organization, which serves the interests of roughly 1,200 small and medium-sized enterprises, manages a substantial portfolio of 21...
14:58
Mining company Bitdeer demonstrated impressive growth rates in May 2024. During the month, the firm mined 921 BTC, a 370% increase compared to May 2023, when only 196 BTC were mined. This surge was made possible by aggressive expansion of computing power.
Bitdeer's proprietary hash rate grew by nearly 420% year-over-year, from 13.6 EH/s to 70.2 EH/s. This indicates massive investments in equipment and infrastructure, likely focusing on the latest ASIC miners and energy supply optimization...
Bitdeer increased bitcoin mining by 370% year-over-year: hash rate surged by 420%
Mining company Bitdeer demonstrated impressive growth rates in May 2024. During the month, the firm mined 921 BTC, a 370% increase compared to May 2023, when only 196 BTC were mined. This surge was made possible by aggressive expansion of computing power.Bitdeer's proprietary hash rate grew by nearly 420% year-over-year, from 13.6 EH/s to 70.2 EH/s. This indicates massive investments in equipment and infrastructure, likely focusing on the latest ASIC miners and energy supply optimization...
14:57
On June 19, a serious incident in the cross-chain bridge ecosystem became known. An attacker exploited a vulnerability in the ICS-20 smart contract on the Secret Network side, allowing them to withdraw assets worth approximately $4.67 million. The attack, based on an "infinite mint" bug, went unnoticed for seven days, indicating an insufficient operational response from the project team.
As analysts determined, the bug was embedded in a modified version of the CW20-ICS20 contract responsible for interaction with the Cosmos IBC connection...
Axelar Bridge and Secret Network Hack: 'Infinite Mint' Vulnerability Cost $4.67 Million
On June 19, a serious incident in the cross-chain bridge ecosystem became known. An attacker exploited a vulnerability in the ICS-20 smart contract on the Secret Network side, allowing them to withdraw assets worth approximately $4.67 million. The attack, based on an "infinite mint" bug, went unnoticed for seven days, indicating an insufficient operational response from the project team.As analysts determined, the bug was embedded in a modified version of the CW20-ICS20 contract responsible for interaction with the Cosmos IBC connection...
14:55
The past week was extremely eventful, ranging from macroeconomic triggers to regulatory shifts. Bitcoin once again demonstrated high volatility, reacting to geopolitical news and Fed actions, while the Russian judicial system made an important step in recognizing cryptocurrencies, and the European regulator tightened requirements for market participants.
Bitcoin: from $67,000 to $62,000 and back The week began with a sharp jump in the price of the first cryptocurrency...
Weekly Review: Bitcoin on the swings, Russia's Supreme Court recognizes cryptocurrency as an object of theft, and MiCA pushes unlicensed players out of the EU
The past week was extremely eventful, ranging from macroeconomic triggers to regulatory shifts. Bitcoin once again demonstrated high volatility, reacting to geopolitical news and Fed actions, while the Russian judicial system made an important step in recognizing cryptocurrencies, and the European regulator tightened requirements for market participants.Bitcoin: from $67,000 to $62,000 and back The week began with a sharp jump in the price of the first cryptocurrency...
14:50
Current Market Analysis: Liquidity Flows and Signals for Investors
In recent weeks, the cryptocurrency market has seen a notable shift in the structure of capital flows. Data on withdrawals from centralized exchanges points to the formation of a new trend that requires close attention from market participants.
Analyzing transaction volumes and frequencies reveals several key patterns. First, there is a steady increase in outgoing flows from major trading platforms, which is traditionally interpreted as a sign of investors moving toward long-term asset storage...
Analyzing transaction volumes and frequencies reveals several key patterns. First, there is a steady increase in outgoing flows from major trading platforms, which is traditionally interpreted as a sign of investors moving toward long-term asset storage...