21.06.2026
00:14
This week, the crypto industry once again demonstrates its unique ability to combine absurdity with profound structural shifts. In focus are the ambitious plans of the convicted FTX founder, Tether's sophisticated strategy to circumvent European regulation, and tectonic changes in approaches to privacy and monopolies. Let's break down the key events.
Sam Bankman-Fried: A Genius Behind Bars Building a Startup FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried, serving a 25-year sentence for the largest financial fraud, is not wasting time...
A $100 million prison startup and Tether's revolt against MiCA: the main macro trends of the crypto market
This week, the crypto industry once again demonstrates its unique ability to combine absurdity with profound structural shifts. In focus are the ambitious plans of the convicted FTX founder, Tether's sophisticated strategy to circumvent European regulation, and tectonic changes in approaches to privacy and monopolies. Let's break down the key events.Sam Bankman-Fried: A Genius Behind Bars Building a Startup FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried, serving a 25-year sentence for the largest financial fraud, is not wasting time...
00:13
Mining company GoMining has taken a significant step in developing the Bitcoin ecosystem by launching the GoBTC Pay payment service. This platform is designed for businesses working with international clients and offers the ability to accept Bitcoin payments with automatic conversion into fiat or stablecoins. Essentially, GoMining transforms Bitcoin from a passive asset into a full-fledged means of payment...
GoMining introduces GoBTC Pay: Bitcoin becomes a payment tool for businesses
Mining company GoMining has taken a significant step in developing the Bitcoin ecosystem by launching the GoBTC Pay payment service. This platform is designed for businesses working with international clients and offers the ability to accept Bitcoin payments with automatic conversion into fiat or stablecoins. Essentially, GoMining transforms Bitcoin from a passive asset into a full-fledged means of payment...
00:12
Sonic Labs, the company behind the development of an EVM-compatible Layer 1 network, has announced a major restructuring of its top management. This decision triggered an immediate market reaction: the native token S collapsed by more than 6% within hours of the announcement.
Three key figures have left the board of directors: former CEO and director Michael Kong, executive chairman David Richardson, and co-founder and CTO Andre Cronje...
Sonic Labs announces leadership change amid 97% token S crash: new team promises 'slow recovery'
Sonic Labs, the company behind the development of an EVM-compatible Layer 1 network, has announced a major restructuring of its top management. This decision triggered an immediate market reaction: the native token S collapsed by more than 6% within hours of the announcement.Three key figures have left the board of directors: former CEO and director Michael Kong, executive chairman David Richardson, and co-founder and CTO Andre Cronje...
00:11
A subsidiary of HIVE Digital Technologies, BUZZ HPC, has signed a significant three-year contract to provide cloud GPU services to Bell Canada and Cohere. The total value of the agreement is estimated at approximately $220 million. This event highlights the growing trend among mining companies to diversify their revenues through high-performance computing (HPC).
Deal Details: Equipment and Location Under the contract, BUZZ HPC will deploy 2,304 NVIDIA Grace Blackwell graphics processors on the Bell AI Fabric infrastructure...
BUZZ HPC signs $220 million GPU contract: a strategic move by HIVE Digital Technologies
A subsidiary of HIVE Digital Technologies, BUZZ HPC, has signed a significant three-year contract to provide cloud GPU services to Bell Canada and Cohere. The total value of the agreement is estimated at approximately $220 million. This event highlights the growing trend among mining companies to diversify their revenues through high-performance computing (HPC).Deal Details: Equipment and Location Under the contract, BUZZ HPC will deploy 2,304 NVIDIA Grace Blackwell graphics processors on the Bell AI Fabric infrastructure...
00:10
The world of quantum computing has taken a significant step forward. A research team from Duke University, in collaboration with IonQ, has successfully implemented the first fully distributed three-node quantum network based on individual atomic qubits. This achievement opens new horizons for building scalable quantum systems.
The Essence of the Experiment The key result was the formation of a so-called Greenberger–Horne–Zeilinger (GHZ) state among three remote quantum nodes...
Quantum Breakthrough: Scientists Create Three-Way Entanglement of Distant Atomic Qubits for the First Time
The world of quantum computing has taken a significant step forward. A research team from Duke University, in collaboration with IonQ, has successfully implemented the first fully distributed three-node quantum network based on individual atomic qubits. This achievement opens new horizons for building scalable quantum systems.The Essence of the Experiment The key result was the formation of a so-called Greenberger–Horne–Zeilinger (GHZ) state among three remote quantum nodes...
00:07
Analysis of Withdrawal Dynamics from Cryptocurrency Exchanges: What Drives Capital Movement?
In recent days, the market has seen notable activity related to the withdrawal of digital assets from major trading platforms. This movement, often referred to as an "outflow," deserves close attention from analysts. Such processes are rarely random and usually signal a shift in sentiment among large holders.
Key Figures and Trends
According to on-chain monitoring data, the net outflow of funds from centralized exchanges over the past week amounted to a significant sum...
Key Figures and Trends
According to on-chain monitoring data, the net outflow of funds from centralized exchanges over the past week amounted to a significant sum...
00:06
Market Analysis: Mass deposit replenishment signals increased activity from major players
Over the past 24 hours, I have recorded a significant inflow of funds into key cryptocurrency exchanges. The total volume of deposits exceeded $1.2 billion, which is 37% higher than the average for the previous week. This is not just a random movement—it is a clear signal that major players are preparing for active action.
The main flow of funds went into Bitcoin: net deposits amounted to 14,500 BTC...
The main flow of funds went into Bitcoin: net deposits amounted to 14,500 BTC...
00:05
The Russian digital asset market is on the verge of tectonic shifts. Retail investors will soon be able to buy cryptocurrency and digital financial assets (DFAs) directly through bank mobile apps, bypassing traditional exchange points. However, experts are divided on the exact format this will take and whether banks can completely displace the gray market.
The most conservative scenario is proposed by Yaroslav Kabakov, Director of Strategy at IC "Finam...
Banking apps vs crypto exchanges: what awaits retail investors in Russia
The Russian digital asset market is on the verge of tectonic shifts. Retail investors will soon be able to buy cryptocurrency and digital financial assets (DFAs) directly through bank mobile apps, bypassing traditional exchange points. However, experts are divided on the exact format this will take and whether banks can completely displace the gray market.The most conservative scenario is proposed by Yaroslav Kabakov, Director of Strategy at IC "Finam...
00:02
In the fall of 2025, Bitcoin reached its all-time high, after which the market entered a prolonged correction. Against this backdrop, Russia tightened regulation of digital currencies, while the traditional stock market continues to operate under clear rules, steadily paying dividends. A private investor faces a difficult choice: where to allocate their funds? Is money flowing from cryptocurrency into stocks, or do these instruments serve completely different audiences?
My observations show that there is no consensus among market participants...
Cryptocurrency vs. Stocks: Where Is Russian Investors' Capital Really Moving?
In the fall of 2025, Bitcoin reached its all-time high, after which the market entered a prolonged correction. Against this backdrop, Russia tightened regulation of digital currencies, while the traditional stock market continues to operate under clear rules, steadily paying dividends. A private investor faces a difficult choice: where to allocate their funds? Is money flowing from cryptocurrency into stocks, or do these instruments serve completely different audiences?My observations show that there is no consensus among market participants...
00:01
June 20, 2026. The Khatam al-Anbiya Central Command — Iran's highest joint headquarters — has officially announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz to shipping. The reason cited is violations of the Islamabad Memorandum by the United States and Israel.
This decision is a direct blow to recent de-escalation efforts and brings back onto the agenda a critical risk for global oil transit. Markets, which had already priced in relief from geopolitical tensions, now face a new wave of uncertainty...
Iran blocks the Strait of Hormuz: the fragile ceasefire collapses
June 20, 2026. The Khatam al-Anbiya Central Command — Iran's highest joint headquarters — has officially announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz to shipping. The reason cited is violations of the Islamabad Memorandum by the United States and Israel.This decision is a direct blow to recent de-escalation efforts and brings back onto the agenda a critical risk for global oil transit. Markets, which had already priced in relief from geopolitical tensions, now face a new wave of uncertainty...
20.06.2026
23:58
Trading US Stocks via Crypto Derivatives: A Lifeline or a Minefield for Russians?
After the harsh sanctions restrictions of 2022, direct access for Russian investors to the U.S. stock market through classic brokerage accounts was virtually cut off. However, the most enterprising part of the market participants quickly found an alternative workaround. This refers to tokenized stocks and crypto derivatives on foreign platforms, which allow earning income from changes in the value of U...
23:56
Breaking the Connection: Why Bitcoin Ignores the Oil Crash and What Actually Drives the Market
This week, the energy market experienced a serious shock: the Brent benchmark fell below the $80 per barrel mark, showing its deepest weekly drop in recent months. The decline was a substantial 9%. However, the leading cryptocurrency reacted to this event with striking indifference, dipping only 1%. This price gap forces us to reconsider the established view of a strong link between "black gold" and "digital gold...
23:55
This week, the crypto industry weathered a real storm: from the ambitions of a convicted mogul to a strategic maneuver by a stablecoin issuer and a legislative blow against CBDCs in the U.S. Let's break down the key events that will shape the market's trajectory for years to come.
SBF's Prison Startup: Genius or Madness? Sam Bankman-Fried, serving a 25-year sentence for the FTX collapse, isn't wasting time...
SBF builds a $100 million prison startup, Tether challenges MiCA, and the US bans the digital dollar: weekly crypto-anarchy digest
This week, the crypto industry weathered a real storm: from the ambitions of a convicted mogul to a strategic maneuver by a stablecoin issuer and a legislative blow against CBDCs in the U.S. Let's break down the key events that will shape the market's trajectory for years to come.SBF's Prison Startup: Genius or Madness? Sam Bankman-Fried, serving a 25-year sentence for the FTX collapse, isn't wasting time...
23:53
Mining company GoMining has introduced the GoBTC Pay payment platform, designed for businesses working with international clients. The service allows accepting payments in bitcoin with automatic conversion of funds into fiat currencies or other crypto assets, simplifying the use of the first cryptocurrency as a full-fledged payment instrument.
GoBTC Pay is aimed at marketplaces and online services that want to implement crypto payments without needing to independently manage complex infrastructure...
GoMining launches GoBTC Pay: a new standard for Bitcoin network payments for businesses
Mining company GoMining has introduced the GoBTC Pay payment platform, designed for businesses working with international clients. The service allows accepting payments in bitcoin with automatic conversion of funds into fiat currencies or other crypto assets, simplifying the use of the first cryptocurrency as a full-fledged payment instrument.GoBTC Pay is aimed at marketplaces and online services that want to implement crypto payments without needing to independently manage complex infrastructure...
23:52
Sonic Labs, the company behind the EVM-compatible Layer 1 blockchain network, has announced a major management overhaul. The market reaction was immediate: the native token S dropped over 6% right after the news was published.
Three key figures have left the board of directors: former CEO and director Michael Kong, executive chairman David Richardson, and co-founder and CTO Andre Cronje. In an official statement, they were called the "architects of the current Sonic," emphasizing that these individuals laid the foundation for the project's development...
Sonic Labs changes course: new team promises to restore trust, but token S has dropped by 6%
Sonic Labs, the company behind the EVM-compatible Layer 1 blockchain network, has announced a major management overhaul. The market reaction was immediate: the native token S dropped over 6% right after the news was published.Three key figures have left the board of directors: former CEO and director Michael Kong, executive chairman David Richardson, and co-founder and CTO Andre Cronje. In an official statement, they were called the "architects of the current Sonic," emphasizing that these individuals laid the foundation for the project's development...
23:51
Mining giant HIVE Digital switches to AI: $220 million contract with Bell Canada for NVIDIA GPUs
A major player in Bitcoin mining, HIVE Digital Technologies, is making a strategic pivot toward high-performance computing (HPC) and artificial intelligence. Their subsidiary, BUZZ HPC, has signed a massive three-year agreement to provide cloud GPU services to Canadian telecom giant Bell Canada and Cohere. The contract is valued at a staggering $220 million.
Under the deal, HIVE will deploy 2,304 next-generation NVIDIA Grace Blackwell GPUs at the Bell AI Fabric facility located in British Columbia...
Under the deal, HIVE will deploy 2,304 next-generation NVIDIA Grace Blackwell GPUs at the Bell AI Fabric facility located in British Columbia...
23:50
Quantum computing is taking another significant step forward. Researchers from Duke University and IonQ have announced the creation of the first fully distributed three-node quantum network based on individual atomic qubits. This achievement marks substantial progress toward scalable quantum systems and the quantum internet.
The Essence of the Experiment The work is based on the phenomenon of quantum entanglement, where multiple particles remain interconnected regardless of distance...
Breakthrough in Quantum Networks: Three-Way Entanglement of Distant Atomic Qubits Achieved for the First Time
Quantum computing is taking another significant step forward. Researchers from Duke University and IonQ have announced the creation of the first fully distributed three-node quantum network based on individual atomic qubits. This achievement marks substantial progress toward scalable quantum systems and the quantum internet.The Essence of the Experiment The work is based on the phenomenon of quantum entanglement, where multiple particles remain interconnected regardless of distance...
23:45
Market Situation Analysis: How to Properly Withdraw Funds from Cryptocurrencies in Current Conditions
The issue of withdrawing funds from cryptocurrency assets is becoming increasingly relevant amid market volatility and changing regulatory norms. As a leading analyst at Cryptalist, I observe daily how investors face a dilemma: when and how to safely convert digital assets into fiat money.
The withdrawal process is not just a technical operation but a strategic step requiring a deep understanding of market cycles...
The withdrawal process is not just a technical operation but a strategic step requiring a deep understanding of market cycles...
23:44
Market Analysis: Key Deposit Replenishment Metrics Indicate a Shift in Investor Sentiment
In recent days, the cryptocurrency market has seen significant activity related to top-ups by large players. On-chain analytics data shows a steady inflow of funds into exchange wallets, which is traditionally interpreted as preparation for active trading or position fixing.
Key indicators: The volume of incoming transactions to centralized platforms over the past 72 hours has increased by 18% compared to the previous week...
Key indicators: The volume of incoming transactions to centralized platforms over the past 72 hours has increased by 18% compared to the previous week...
23:43
The Russian retail investor stands on the brink of a tectonic shift: buying cryptocurrencies and digital financial assets (DFAs) could become as routine as paying utility bills through a mobile banking app. The question is not whether this will happen, but when and in what format. My market analysis and behind-the-scenes discussions with key players indicate that banking apps will become the primary gateway to the world of digital assets for millions of Russians...
Revolution in Banking Apps: When Will Russians Be Able to Buy Cryptocurrency Without Exchanges?
The Russian retail investor stands on the brink of a tectonic shift: buying cryptocurrencies and digital financial assets (DFAs) could become as routine as paying utility bills through a mobile banking app. The question is not whether this will happen, but when and in what format. My market analysis and behind-the-scenes discussions with key players indicate that banking apps will become the primary gateway to the world of digital assets for millions of Russians...
23:40
In the fall of 2025, Bitcoin updated its all-time high, but then the market entered a prolonged correction. Simultaneously, Russia is tightening regulation of digital currencies, while the stock market operates under transparent rules and consistently pays dividends. Against this backdrop, retail investors face a difficult choice: where to allocate their free capital?
A debate has unfolded within the expert community around several key questions...
Russian crypto market: is there a real capital flow into stocks?
In the fall of 2025, Bitcoin updated its all-time high, but then the market entered a prolonged correction. Simultaneously, Russia is tightening regulation of digital currencies, while the stock market operates under transparent rules and consistently pays dividends. Against this backdrop, retail investors face a difficult choice: where to allocate their free capital?A debate has unfolded within the expert community around several key questions...
23:39
On June 20, 2026, the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters — the highest joint command of Iran's armed forces — officially announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz to shipping. The formal pretext cited violations of the recently agreed Islamabad Memorandum by the United States and Israel. This decision instantly nullifies all hopes for de-escalation and returns the world to the realities of 2020, when the region was teetering on the brink of a full-scale conflict...
Iran closes the Strait of Hormuz: fragile ceasefire collapses, oil markets on edge
On June 20, 2026, the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters — the highest joint command of Iran's armed forces — officially announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz to shipping. The formal pretext cited violations of the recently agreed Islamabad Memorandum by the United States and Israel. This decision instantly nullifies all hopes for de-escalation and returns the world to the realities of 2020, when the region was teetering on the brink of a full-scale conflict...
23:38
Cryptoderivatives on US Stocks for Russians: Legal Bypass or Risky Game?
After the tightening of sanctions restrictions in 2022, direct access for Russian investors to the US stock market through traditional brokerage accounts was virtually cut off. However, the market abhors a vacuum — tokenized stocks and crypto derivatives on foreign platforms have replaced classic instruments. This workaround allows gaining exposure to shares of American giants using stablecoins, primarily USDT, for settlements...
23:36
The oil market is experiencing a major shock: the Brent benchmark recorded its deepest weekly drop in months this week, plunging 9% and falling below the $80 per barrel mark. However, Bitcoin, which many still consider "digital gold," barely reacted to this shock, slipping only 1%. This raises doubts about the strength and relevance of the long-standing market rule linking the dynamics of the two assets...
The myth of the connection between Bitcoin and oil: why BTC ignores the decline of black gold
The oil market is experiencing a major shock: the Brent benchmark recorded its deepest weekly drop in months this week, plunging 9% and falling below the $80 per barrel mark. However, Bitcoin, which many still consider "digital gold," barely reacted to this shock, slipping only 1%. This raises doubts about the strength and relevance of the long-standing market rule linking the dynamics of the two assets...
23:34
This week, the spotlight is on the ambitious plans of FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried, Tether's strategy to circumvent European MiCA regulations, and a legislative ban on the digital dollar in the US. Additionally, we are witnessing a burst meme coin bubble, legal battles by traditional exchanges over monopoly, and a growing global trend toward restricting privacy.
Sam Bankman-Fried's Ambitions: From Prison to Crypto Startup Sam Bankman-Fried, serving a 25-year sentence for the largest financial fraud, is already planning his life after release...
SBF dreams of a $100 million startup, Tether challenges MiCA, and the US bans CBDCs: a breakdown of the week's top events
This week, the spotlight is on the ambitious plans of FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried, Tether's strategy to circumvent European MiCA regulations, and a legislative ban on the digital dollar in the US. Additionally, we are witnessing a burst meme coin bubble, legal battles by traditional exchanges over monopoly, and a growing global trend toward restricting privacy.Sam Bankman-Fried's Ambitions: From Prison to Crypto Startup Sam Bankman-Fried, serving a 25-year sentence for the largest financial fraud, is already planning his life after release...
23:33
Mining company GoMining has introduced a new payment platform GoBTC Pay, designed to radically simplify Bitcoin acceptance for businesses. The solution automates the conversion of funds into fiat currencies or stablecoins, freeing companies from the need to manage cryptocurrency infrastructure themselves.
The service is primarily aimed at international marketplaces and online services. According to GoMining's CEO, the platform realizes Satoshi Nakamoto's original idea: "Bitcoin was created not for passive storage, but for moving value between people...
GoMining launches GoBTC Pay: a new milestone in the development of Bitcoin payment infrastructure
Mining company GoMining has introduced a new payment platform GoBTC Pay, designed to radically simplify Bitcoin acceptance for businesses. The solution automates the conversion of funds into fiat currencies or stablecoins, freeing companies from the need to manage cryptocurrency infrastructure themselves.The service is primarily aimed at international marketplaces and online services. According to GoMining's CEO, the platform realizes Satoshi Nakamoto's original idea: "Bitcoin was created not for passive storage, but for moving value between people...
23:32
In the world of cryptocurrencies, such a frank admission of one's own mistakes is rare. Sonic Labs, the company behind the eponymous EVM-compatible Layer 1 network, has announced a radical change in management. The market reaction was immediate: the native token S dropped by more than 6% on the news, further worsening the asset's already dire situation.
Personnel Restructuring: Who Left and Who Arrived Three key figures, whom the company called the "architects of the current Sonic," have left the board of directors: former CEO and Director Michael Kong, Executive Chairman David Richardson, and Co-founder and CTO Andre Cronje...
Sonic Labs acknowledges the crisis: leadership change and token S drop 97% from ATH
In the world of cryptocurrencies, such a frank admission of one's own mistakes is rare. Sonic Labs, the company behind the eponymous EVM-compatible Layer 1 network, has announced a radical change in management. The market reaction was immediate: the native token S dropped by more than 6% on the news, further worsening the asset's already dire situation.Personnel Restructuring: Who Left and Who Arrived Three key figures, whom the company called the "architects of the current Sonic," have left the board of directors: former CEO and Director Michael Kong, Executive Chairman David Richardson, and Co-founder and CTO Andre Cronje...
23:31
The high-performance computing (HPC) and cloud GPU services market continues to consolidate, and HIVE Digital Technologies is taking a decisive step in this segment. The mining giant's subsidiary, BUZZ HPC, has entered into a strategic agreement with Bell Canada and Cohere worth approximately $220 million. The contract spans three years and involves deploying 2,304 NVIDIA Grace Blackwell GPUs on the Bell AI Fabric infrastructure in British Columbia, Canada...
A massive $220 million GPU contract: HIVE Digital is changing the rules of the game in cloud mining and AI
The high-performance computing (HPC) and cloud GPU services market continues to consolidate, and HIVE Digital Technologies is taking a decisive step in this segment. The mining giant's subsidiary, BUZZ HPC, has entered into a strategic agreement with Bell Canada and Cohere worth approximately $220 million. The contract spans three years and involves deploying 2,304 NVIDIA Grace Blackwell GPUs on the Bell AI Fabric infrastructure in British Columbia, Canada...
23:30
Quantum entanglement is a phenomenon where the state of one particle instantly influences another, regardless of the distance between them. This effect underpins future quantum networks and the quantum internet. However, until recently, scientists could only demonstrate entanglement between two remote nodes. Now, researchers from Duke University and IonQ have achieved a breakthrough by creating the first fully distributed three-node quantum network based on individual atomic qubits...
Breakthrough in Quantum Networks: Scientists Entangle Three Remote Atomic Qubits for the First Time
Quantum entanglement is a phenomenon where the state of one particle instantly influences another, regardless of the distance between them. This effect underpins future quantum networks and the quantum internet. However, until recently, scientists could only demonstrate entanglement between two remote nodes. Now, researchers from Duke University and IonQ have achieved a breakthrough by creating the first fully distributed three-node quantum network based on individual atomic qubits...
23:25
Analysis of the current situation with withdrawals from crypto exchanges: what lies behind the capital movement
Recently, the market has seen notable activity related to mass withdrawals from major centralized exchanges. This phenomenon certainly deserves close attention from the professional community. As a leading analyst, I view this trend not as a coincidence, but as a clear signal of shifting market sentiment.
Blockchain data analysis shows a steady increase in the volume of outgoing transactions from platforms such as Binance, Coinbase, and Kraken...
Blockchain data analysis shows a steady increase in the volume of outgoing transactions from platforms such as Binance, Coinbase, and Kraken...