18.06.2026
08:48
Peter Todd: Banning social media for teenagers would have deprived the world of Bitcoin
Prominent Bitcoin Core developer Peter Todd has spoken out strongly against initiatives to ban social media for minors. His argument is not merely emotional — it is fundamental to the entire industry: it was precisely through free access to social networks at a young age that he himself, and subsequently a whole generation of cryptographers, were able to lay the foundations of Bitcoin.
The discussion was sparked by a statement from UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer on June 15 regarding plans to introduce a ban on social media access for children under 16...
The discussion was sparked by a statement from UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer on June 15 regarding plans to introduce a ban on social media access for children under 16...
08:47
Changpeng Zhao proposes a universal plan for countries: tokenization of stocks and national stablecoins
Binance founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ) has unveiled a comprehensive roadmap for nations seeking to integrate cryptocurrencies into their economies. His proposal, shaped by a series of meetings with leaders and financial regulators of Asian countries, includes two key elements: transitioning stock exchanges to a tokenized format and launching national stablecoins. These are not just separate initiatives but a holistic strategy that, according to CZ, will represent the next stage in the evolution of the entire crypto industry...
08:46
On June 18, the Claude chatbot from Anthropic experienced a major outage. Thousands of users worldwide encountered the service ceasing to respond and failing to load messages. According to monitoring systems, the peak of complaints occurred at 10:03 Moscow time.
This incident occurred during an extremely tense period for the company. This week, Anthropic found itself at the center of several events: from a major bank blocking access to its models to negotiations with US and EU authorities...
Claude crashed: massive failure amid geopolitical pressure on Anthropic
On June 18, the Claude chatbot from Anthropic experienced a major outage. Thousands of users worldwide encountered the service ceasing to respond and failing to load messages. According to monitoring systems, the peak of complaints occurred at 10:03 Moscow time.This incident occurred during an extremely tense period for the company. This week, Anthropic found itself at the center of several events: from a major bank blocking access to its models to negotiations with US and EU authorities...
08:44
The digital asset market experienced a sharp decline following the first Federal Reserve meeting under the leadership of new Chairman Kevin Warsh. The flagship cryptocurrency broke through the psychologically important level of $64,000, dropping to around ~$63,680.
The regulator left the key interest rate unchanged — in the range of 3.5–3.75% per annum, which matched the consensus forecast. However, the key factor putting pressure on risky assets was Warsh's hawkish rhetoric, who hinted at the possibility of a rate hike before the end of the current year...
Bitcoin has fallen below $64,000: the tough rhetoric of the new Fed chair has triggered a sell-off
The digital asset market experienced a sharp decline following the first Federal Reserve meeting under the leadership of new Chairman Kevin Warsh. The flagship cryptocurrency broke through the psychologically important level of $64,000, dropping to around ~$63,680.The regulator left the key interest rate unchanged — in the range of 3.5–3.75% per annum, which matched the consensus forecast. However, the key factor putting pressure on risky assets was Warsh's hawkish rhetoric, who hinted at the possibility of a rate hike before the end of the current year...
08:43
The stablecoin market continues to consolidate. On June 17, Tether officially announced the phased closure of the Alloy by Tether platform and its key asset — aUSDT. This dollar-denominated token, backed by Tether Gold (XAUt), did not meet the company's expectations.
The first phase has already taken effect: after the interface update, users lost the ability to open new positions and issue fresh aUSDT...
Tether is winding down the Alloy project: aUSDT becomes history
The stablecoin market continues to consolidate. On June 17, Tether officially announced the phased closure of the Alloy by Tether platform and its key asset — aUSDT. This dollar-denominated token, backed by Tether Gold (XAUt), did not meet the company's expectations.The first phase has already taken effect: after the interface update, users lost the ability to open new positions and issue fresh aUSDT...
08:42
Kentucky challenges Polymarket and Kalshi: a new round of struggle for regulation of prediction markets
On June 17, Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman filed lawsuits against two of the largest prediction market platforms — Kalshi and Polymarket. State authorities argue that under the guise of prediction contracts, these services are effectively offering unlicensed sports betting to residents, which is a direct violation of local law.
The lawsuits were filed in Franklin County Circuit Court, where both platforms are labeled "illegal bookmaking operations...
The lawsuits were filed in Franklin County Circuit Court, where both platforms are labeled "illegal bookmaking operations...
08:41
The Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME Group) has officially announced its intention to file a lawsuit against the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). This move comes in response to the regulator's recent approval for the Kalshi platform to launch perpetual futures. CME CEO Terrence Duffy called these instruments "swaps," which, in his view, should be regulated differently under the Dodd-Frank Act...
CME Group sues CFTC over Kalshi's perpetual futures: a battle for crypto market regulation
The Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME Group) has officially announced its intention to file a lawsuit against the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). This move comes in response to the regulator's recent approval for the Kalshi platform to launch perpetual futures. CME CEO Terrence Duffy called these instruments "swaps," which, in his view, should be regulated differently under the Dodd-Frank Act...
08:40
PsiQuantum, a leading developer of photonic quantum systems, has officially begun construction of a large-scale facility in the Australian state of Queensland. This project marks a significant step toward creating a fault-tolerant quantum computer of industrial scale — the first infrastructure of its kind capable of solving problems inaccessible to classical computers.
In the first phase, the company will focus on preparing the infrastructure for a powerful cryogenic system developed by Linde Engineering...
PsiQuantum launches construction of an industrial quantum center in Australia
PsiQuantum, a leading developer of photonic quantum systems, has officially begun construction of a large-scale facility in the Australian state of Queensland. This project marks a significant step toward creating a fault-tolerant quantum computer of industrial scale — the first infrastructure of its kind capable of solving problems inaccessible to classical computers.In the first phase, the company will focus on preparing the infrastructure for a powerful cryogenic system developed by Linde Engineering...
08:37
Analysis of the withdrawal process from cryptocurrency exchanges: strategies and risks
In the world of cryptocurrencies, withdrawing funds is not just a technical operation but a critical stage of asset management. As a leading analyst at Cryptalist, I observe daily how traders underestimate this process, leading to loss of funds or delays. Today, we will break down the key aspects of withdrawing fiat and digital currencies from exchanges.
Main Withdrawal Mechanisms Every centralized exchange offers several withdrawal methods: via bank transfers (SEPA, SWIFT), cryptocurrency wallets, or P2P platforms...
Main Withdrawal Mechanisms Every centralized exchange offers several withdrawal methods: via bank transfers (SEPA, SWIFT), cryptocurrency wallets, or P2P platforms...
08:36
On-chain Data Analysis: Key Balance Top-Up Metrics Indicate a Shift in Market Sentiment
During my daily monitoring of blockchain activity, I recorded a significant change in the balance replenishment patterns of large wallets. Data obtained from analyzing network transactions shows a steady increase in the volume of incoming transfers to cold wallets and accumulation addresses. This is a classic signal that in the past preceded periods of consolidation or trend reversal.
Particular attention is drawn to the increase in the average transaction size...
Particular attention is drawn to the increase in the average transaction size...
08:35
U.S. Senators Cynthia Lummis and Ruben Gallego have introduced a joint resolution aimed at opposing any potential presidential pardon for FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried. While the document lacks direct legal force, it demonstrates the upper chamber of Congress's firm stance. For context, Bankman-Fried is currently serving his sentence and actively seeking ways to reduce it.
A Political Signal, Not a Legal Ultimatum This resolution is primarily a political tool that cannot block a presidential decision...
The U.S. Senate stood united against the pardon of Sam Bankman-Fried.
U.S. Senators Cynthia Lummis and Ruben Gallego have introduced a joint resolution aimed at opposing any potential presidential pardon for FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried. While the document lacks direct legal force, it demonstrates the upper chamber of Congress's firm stance. For context, Bankman-Fried is currently serving his sentence and actively seeking ways to reduce it.A Political Signal, Not a Legal Ultimatum This resolution is primarily a political tool that cannot block a presidential decision...
08:33
The signing of a peace memorandum between Washington and Tehran has become a truly historic geopolitical event, capable of redrawing the map of the Middle East. However, for the digital asset market, this positive development proved to be only a short-term impulse. At the time of writing this analysis, the flagship cryptocurrency is trading near the $63,800 mark, having lost 2.80% over the past 24 hours...
The historical deal between the US and Iran did not hold Bitcoin back: the Fed's hawks proved stronger.
The signing of a peace memorandum between Washington and Tehran has become a truly historic geopolitical event, capable of redrawing the map of the Middle East. However, for the digital asset market, this positive development proved to be only a short-term impulse. At the time of writing this analysis, the flagship cryptocurrency is trading near the $63,800 mark, having lost 2.80% over the past 24 hours...
08:32
Bitcoin Core developer Peter Todd made an unexpected statement amid a global campaign to restrict minors' access to social media. According to him, it was thanks to social networks that he was able to connect with cryptography pioneers as a teenager and contribute to the foundation on which Bitcoin was later built.
The discussion was sparked by an initiative from UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer on June 15, proposing a complete ban on social media use for children under 16...
Peter Todd opposes banning social media for teenagers: "Without them, there would be no Bitcoin"
Bitcoin Core developer Peter Todd made an unexpected statement amid a global campaign to restrict minors' access to social media. According to him, it was thanks to social networks that he was able to connect with cryptography pioneers as a teenager and contribute to the foundation on which Bitcoin was later built.The discussion was sparked by an initiative from UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer on June 15, proposing a complete ban on social media use for children under 16...
08:31
Binance founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ) has put forward an ambitious initiative that could fundamentally change how states approach the integration of digital assets. In a recent statement, he called on governments to transition stock exchanges to a tokenized format and launch their own national stablecoins. According to the expert, the implementation of sovereign blockchains will be the next logical step in the evolution of the crypto industry...
Changpeng Zhao proposed a global plan: tokenization of stocks and national stablecoins for countries
Binance founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ) has put forward an ambitious initiative that could fundamentally change how states approach the integration of digital assets. In a recent statement, he called on governments to transition stock exchanges to a tokenized format and launch their own national stablecoins. According to the expert, the implementation of sovereign blockchains will be the next logical step in the evolution of the crypto industry...
08:30
On June 18, Anthropic's Claude chatbot experienced a major technical failure. Thousands of users worldwide were unable to send messages or load the service. According to status aggregators, the peak of complaints occurred at 10:03 Moscow time, with the total number exceeding 770 within a day.
This is already the second major incident in a month. In early June, Claude showed instability affecting the web interface, mobile app, and the Claude Code platform...
Massive Claude outage: Anthropic under fire amid geopolitical crisis
On June 18, Anthropic's Claude chatbot experienced a major technical failure. Thousands of users worldwide were unable to send messages or load the service. According to status aggregators, the peak of complaints occurred at 10:03 Moscow time, with the total number exceeding 770 within a day.This is already the second major incident in a month. In early June, Claude showed instability affecting the web interface, mobile app, and the Claude Code platform...
08:29
Bitcoin fell below $64,000: a "hawkish" signal from the new Fed chair
The cryptocurrency market took a painful hit following the first Federal Reserve meeting under the leadership of new Chairman Kevin Warsh. The leading cryptocurrency broke below the psychologically important level of $64,000, reaching approximately $63,680. This is a direct consequence of the tightening rhetoric from monetary authorities.
The key interest rate was kept in the range of 3.5–3.75% per annum, which in itself was not a surprise...
The key interest rate was kept in the range of 3.5–3.75% per annum, which in itself was not a surprise...
08:28
On June 17, Tether announced the phased discontinuation of the Alloy by Tether platform and its key product, the aUSDT token. This asset was a dollar-denominated instrument overcollateralized by Tether Gold (XAUt). The decision was made as part of a strategic review of the company's priorities.
The first phase of the shutdown began immediately: after an interface update, users lost the ability to open new positions and issue aUSDT...
Tether is winding down the Alloy project and the aUSDT token: a strategic reassessment of priorities
On June 17, Tether announced the phased discontinuation of the Alloy by Tether platform and its key product, the aUSDT token. This asset was a dollar-denominated instrument overcollateralized by Tether Gold (XAUt). The decision was made as part of a strategic review of the company's priorities.The first phase of the shutdown began immediately: after an interface update, users lost the ability to open new positions and issue aUSDT...
08:27
On June 17, Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman filed lawsuits against two of the largest prediction market platforms — Kalshi and Polymarket. State authorities allege that under the guise of innovative financial instruments, these services are effectively offering residents illegal sports betting without a license.
The lawsuits, filed in Franklin County Circuit Court, directly refer to Kalshi and Polymarket as "illegal bookmaking operations...
Kentucky joins the attack on Polymarket and Kalshi: prediction markets under regulatory fire
On June 17, Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman filed lawsuits against two of the largest prediction market platforms — Kalshi and Polymarket. State authorities allege that under the guise of innovative financial instruments, these services are effectively offering residents illegal sports betting without a license.The lawsuits, filed in Franklin County Circuit Court, directly refer to Kalshi and Polymarket as "illegal bookmaking operations...
08:26
The Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME Group) is officially preparing to file a lawsuit against the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). The reason is the regulator's recent approval for the Kalshi platform to launch perpetual futures. CME CEO Terrence Duffy stated that such instruments are essentially swaps and fall under the Dodd-Frank Act, which requires a different regulatory regime...
CME Group sues CFTC over Kalshi's perpetual futures: a battle over regulation and monopoly
The Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME Group) is officially preparing to file a lawsuit against the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). The reason is the regulator's recent approval for the Kalshi platform to launch perpetual futures. CME CEO Terrence Duffy stated that such instruments are essentially swaps and fall under the Dodd-Frank Act, which requires a different regulatory regime...
08:25
PsiQuantum, a company specializing in photonic quantum computing, has officially begun construction of its new facility in the Australian state of Queensland. This is not just a laboratory—it is about creating an industrial-scale fault-tolerant quantum computer capable of solving problems beyond the reach of traditional supercomputers.
In the first phase, PsiQuantum will focus on preparing the infrastructure for a large-scale cryogenic system developed by Linde Engineering...
PsiQuantum launches construction of an industrial-scale quantum center in Australia
PsiQuantum, a company specializing in photonic quantum computing, has officially begun construction of its new facility in the Australian state of Queensland. This is not just a laboratory—it is about creating an industrial-scale fault-tolerant quantum computer capable of solving problems beyond the reach of traditional supercomputers.In the first phase, PsiQuantum will focus on preparing the infrastructure for a large-scale cryogenic system developed by Linde Engineering...
08:22
Market Analysis: Key Insights and Strategic Perspectives for Investors
Summarizing the current market conditions, it can be confidently stated that the cryptocurrency landscape is undergoing a phase of structural transformation. We are witnessing not just cyclical fluctuations, but a fundamental shift in the behavior of institutional and retail participants.
Key Macroeconomic Indicators Analysis of on-chain metrics demonstrates a steady inflow of liquidity into the decentralized finance (DeFi) segment...
Key Macroeconomic Indicators Analysis of on-chain metrics demonstrates a steady inflow of liquidity into the decentralized finance (DeFi) segment...
08:21
Key Balance Top-up Metrics: Analysis of Capital Flow in the Crypto Market
In recent days, there has been noticeable activity related to the replenishment of balances by major players in the cryptocurrency market. Analyzing capital flows reveals several important trends that indicate a shift in sentiment among institutional investors and whales.
According to my observations, the volume of incoming transactions to major exchanges has increased by 23% compared to the average of the previous week...
According to my observations, the volume of incoming transactions to major exchanges has increased by 23% compared to the average of the previous week...
08:20
Market on Pause: Tether Winds Down aUSDT, CME Group Sues CFTC, and Ark Invest Switches Robinhood for Coinbase
The morning of June 18 on the crypto market was packed with events that could radically change the balance of power in the near term. While Bitcoin remains stagnant in a sideways trend, major players are making strategic decisions that will set the direction for the entire sector. Let's break down the key news in detail.
Bitcoin and Ethereum: Calm Before the Storm? The leading cryptocurrency started the day with minimal volatility...
Bitcoin and Ethereum: Calm Before the Storm? The leading cryptocurrency started the day with minimal volatility...
08:19
U.S. Senators Cynthia Lummis and Ruben Gallego have introduced a joint resolution directly aimed at preventing the possibility of a presidential pardon for FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried. This move is not just a political declaration but a powerful signal that, even amid a shifting political landscape, Congress intends to uphold the principle of inevitable punishment for financial crimes of this magnitude...
The U.S. Senate unanimously opposes the pardon of Sam Bankman-Fried: a political signal or a formality?
U.S. Senators Cynthia Lummis and Ruben Gallego have introduced a joint resolution directly aimed at preventing the possibility of a presidential pardon for FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried. This move is not just a political declaration but a powerful signal that, even amid a shifting political landscape, Congress intends to uphold the principle of inevitable punishment for financial crimes of this magnitude...
08:18
The signing of the peace memorandum between the US and Iran was undoubtedly a landmark geopolitical event. However, optimism in the crypto market proved short-lived. Bitcoin failed to hold its gains and came under pressure again, losing 2.80% over the past 24 hours and dropping to around $63,800. The reason is the hawkish rhetoric from the Federal Reserve, which once again reminded the market who is in charge...
The historical tension between the US and Iran did not hold Bitcoin back: the Fed's tough stance crashed the market
The signing of the peace memorandum between the US and Iran was undoubtedly a landmark geopolitical event. However, optimism in the crypto market proved short-lived. Bitcoin failed to hold its gains and came under pressure again, losing 2.80% over the past 24 hours and dropping to around $63,800. The reason is the hawkish rhetoric from the Federal Reserve, which once again reminded the market who is in charge...
08:16
Legendary Bitcoin Core developer Peter Todd made an unexpected and provocative statement amid a global campaign to restrict minors' access to social media. In his view, if such bans had existed 15-20 years ago, the very idea of Bitcoin might never have emerged. This is not just nostalgia — it is a deep analytical assessment of the role informal digital communities played in the birth of revolutionary technologies...
Peter Todd warns: banning social media for teenagers could kill Bitcoin
Legendary Bitcoin Core developer Peter Todd made an unexpected and provocative statement amid a global campaign to restrict minors' access to social media. In his view, if such bans had existed 15-20 years ago, the very idea of Bitcoin might never have emerged. This is not just nostalgia — it is a deep analytical assessment of the role informal digital communities played in the birth of revolutionary technologies...
08:15
Binance founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ) has put forward a comprehensive proposal for governments seeking to integrate digital assets into their financial systems. Key points of his strategy include transitioning stock exchanges to a tokenized format and launching national stablecoins. According to him, this vision represents the next logical stage in the evolution of the crypto industry, capable of fundamentally reshaping the global capital markets landscape...
Changpeng Zhao proposes a roadmap for states: asset tokenization and national stablecoins
Binance founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ) has put forward a comprehensive proposal for governments seeking to integrate digital assets into their financial systems. Key points of his strategy include transitioning stock exchanges to a tokenized format and launching national stablecoins. According to him, this vision represents the next logical stage in the evolution of the crypto industry, capable of fundamentally reshaping the global capital markets landscape...
08:14
The French National Agency for the Security of Information Systems (ANSSI) has announced a radical change in certification rules: starting in 2027, the agency will cease to approve cybersecurity products that are not equipped with encryption resistant to quantum attacks. This statement was made at the France Quantum conference by Samih Souissi, head of the agency's cabinet.
This step is not just a bureaucratic formality...
France moves cybersecurity onto quantum tracks: ANSSI to stop certifying vulnerable products
The French National Agency for the Security of Information Systems (ANSSI) has announced a radical change in certification rules: starting in 2027, the agency will cease to approve cybersecurity products that are not equipped with encryption resistant to quantum attacks. This statement was made at the France Quantum conference by Samih Souissi, head of the agency's cabinet.This step is not just a bureaucratic formality...
08:13
Bitcoin has fallen below $64,000: a "hawkish" signal from the new Fed chair
The first cryptocurrency sharply lost value, falling below the psychological mark of $64,000. The digital asset market immediately reacted with a decline to the results of the first Federal Reserve meeting under the leadership of the new chairman, Kevin Warsh.
The regulator decided to keep the key interest rate at 3.5–3.75% per annum. However, the main disappointment for crypto community members was not so much the numbers as the rhetoric of the Fed chair...
The regulator decided to keep the key interest rate at 3.5–3.75% per annum. However, the main disappointment for crypto community members was not so much the numbers as the rhetoric of the Fed chair...
08:12
Tether, the issuer of the largest stablecoin USDT, has announced the phased closure of the Alloy platform and its associated token aUSDT. This asset was a dollar-denominated instrument overcollateralized by tokenized gold from Tether Gold (XAUt). The decision takes effect immediately, and users can no longer open new positions or mint new aUSDT.
Current aUSDT holders have a three-month period—until September 17—to redeem their tokens and withdraw their XAUt collateral...
Tether is winding down the Alloy project and the aUSDT token: a strategic reassessment of priorities.
Tether, the issuer of the largest stablecoin USDT, has announced the phased closure of the Alloy platform and its associated token aUSDT. This asset was a dollar-denominated instrument overcollateralized by tokenized gold from Tether Gold (XAUt). The decision takes effect immediately, and users can no longer open new positions or mint new aUSDT.Current aUSDT holders have a three-month period—until September 17—to redeem their tokens and withdraw their XAUt collateral...