17.06.2026
11:55
The drop in Bitcoin's price below the $60,000 mark in early June dealt a serious blow not only to retail investors but also to the mining industry. Monitoring fund flows shows that miners of the leading cryptocurrency have once again intensified sales of their reserves, attempting to offset operational losses.
The industry has been going through tough times for several months. Since the end of October last year, the network's hashrate — the total computational power — has decreased by almost 28%...
Mining crisis: the cost of mining bitcoin has exceeded $76,000, while the price has dropped to $60,000
The drop in Bitcoin's price below the $60,000 mark in early June dealt a serious blow not only to retail investors but also to the mining industry. Monitoring fund flows shows that miners of the leading cryptocurrency have once again intensified sales of their reserves, attempting to offset operational losses.The industry has been going through tough times for several months. Since the end of October last year, the network's hashrate — the total computational power — has decreased by almost 28%...
11:54
The economic crisis in Venezuela continues to escalate, and this time the main beneficiary is the stablecoin USDT. Over the past thirty days, the value of Tether relative to the national currency has surged by approximately 16%. At its peak on the Binance P2P platform, the exchange rate reached 810 bolivars per USDT, starting from a level of 690.
This jump is a direct consequence of a sharp increase in the money supply in circulation...
Massive exodus into stablecoins: why Venezuela is turning to USDT amid the bolivar's collapse
The economic crisis in Venezuela continues to escalate, and this time the main beneficiary is the stablecoin USDT. Over the past thirty days, the value of Tether relative to the national currency has surged by approximately 16%. At its peak on the Binance P2P platform, the exchange rate reached 810 bolivars per USDT, starting from a level of 690.This jump is a direct consequence of a sharp increase in the money supply in circulation...
11:53
7 years for cryptocurrency: how a 16-year-old teenager planned a terrorist attack for $370
The Second Western District Military Court has sentenced a 16-year-old resident of the city of Liski, Voronezh Region. The teenager received seven years in a juvenile correctional facility and a fine for preparing to blow up the car of a Russian serviceman. This case is a vivid illustration of how digital assets are becoming a tool for the remote recruitment of minors.
The investigation established that in May 2025, the boy contacted representatives of Ukrainian special services via a messenger app...
The investigation established that in May 2025, the boy contacted representatives of Ukrainian special services via a messenger app...
11:52
A $740 USDT transfer turned into a terrorism financing case for an IT director from Russia.
Russian law enforcement authorities have filed a final indictment against DiHouse IT director Yuri Belenky. According to the investigation, between January 2023 and March 2024, the executive made at least seven transactions from his email address. The total amount of transfers exceeded 740 USDT, equivalent to approximately 62,000 rubles.
The case is classified under Part 1.1 of Article 205.1 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation — aiding terrorist activities...
The case is classified under Part 1.1 of Article 205.1 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation — aiding terrorist activities...
11:51
The cryptocurrency market is undergoing a "purge": the worst period since 2013 — a wave of project closures.
The digital asset market is going through a phase that I consider the harshest in the last ten years. We are witnessing an unprecedented wave of project closures, layoffs, and budget cuts. The industry has not seen this degree of "survival of the fittest" since 2013. And, paradoxically, it is this very process that fills me with more hope than ever before.
I am closely monitoring the situation and see that even key players have not been spared difficulties...
I am closely monitoring the situation and see that even key players have not been spared difficulties...
11:49
Alibaba has officially announced Qwen-Robot Suite, a comprehensive set of AI models designed for robot control and solving tasks in physical environments. The package includes three key models: Qwen-RobotNav for navigation, Qwen-RobotManip for object manipulation, and Qwen-RobotWorld for scene development prediction. The developers position this project as a "full stack for embodied artificial intelligence...
Alibaba introduces Qwen-Robot Suite: a full-stack AI for controlling robots in the physical world
Alibaba has officially announced Qwen-Robot Suite, a comprehensive set of AI models designed for robot control and solving tasks in physical environments. The package includes three key models: Qwen-RobotNav for navigation, Qwen-RobotManip for object manipulation, and Qwen-RobotWorld for scene development prediction. The developers position this project as a "full stack for embodied artificial intelligence...
11:48
The key Ethereum network upgrade, codenamed Glamsterdam, has officially entered its final development stage. At this point, all planned Ethereum Improvement Proposals (EIPs) are undergoing final testing ahead of the launch of public testnets. The specific activation date for the hard fork has not yet been announced, however, in my estimation, the mainnet launch should be expected in the second half of 2026...
The Glamsterdam hard fork enters its final phase: the most significant Ethereum update since The Merge
The key Ethereum network upgrade, codenamed Glamsterdam, has officially entered its final development stage. At this point, all planned Ethereum Improvement Proposals (EIPs) are undergoing final testing ahead of the launch of public testnets. The specific activation date for the hard fork has not yet been announced, however, in my estimation, the mainnet launch should be expected in the second half of 2026...
11:47
Sam Bankman-Fried, behind bars, continues to think big. According to recent reports, the former head of the collapsed FTX exchange is discussing launching his own token after his release. According to his former cellmate David Bunevacz, SBF stated that "serious money" would require between $50 and $100 million, and mentioned a certain cryptocurrency project that "everyone will flock to."
Of course, Bunevacz admits this could have been a joke — it's unlikely anyone would want to entrust their funds to a man whose name has become synonymous with the biggest fraud in crypto industry history...
SBF plans a new token from prison: ambition or illusion?
Sam Bankman-Fried, behind bars, continues to think big. According to recent reports, the former head of the collapsed FTX exchange is discussing launching his own token after his release. According to his former cellmate David Bunevacz, SBF stated that "serious money" would require between $50 and $100 million, and mentioned a certain cryptocurrency project that "everyone will flock to."Of course, Bunevacz admits this could have been a joke — it's unlikely anyone would want to entrust their funds to a man whose name has become synonymous with the biggest fraud in crypto industry history...
11:46
Microsoft has achieved a breakthrough in the field of topological qubits: the state lifetime has been increased by 2000 times.
Quantum computing on topological qubits, long considered the "Holy Grail" of the industry, has received a powerful boost. Analyzing the latest data, I can confidently state that Microsoft has achieved impressive progress in stabilizing these elusive systems. The key change implemented in the new device prototype is the replacement of aluminum with lead in the superconducting layer, as well as the optimization of the semiconductor structure...
11:45
Influential American gambling associations — AGA, IGA, and AGEM — have joined forces and sent an open letter to the U.S. Senate demanding a ban on sports prediction markets. This move comes amid the advancement of the CLARITY Act bill, which aims to bring clarity to the regulation of cryptocurrencies and related sectors.
The main argument of the gambling lobby: platforms like Polymarket and Kalshi, disguising bets as financial derivatives, are effectively creating an unregulated gambling market...
The US gambling industry has declared war on crypto prediction markets: pressuring the Senate
Influential American gambling associations — AGA, IGA, and AGEM — have joined forces and sent an open letter to the U.S. Senate demanding a ban on sports prediction markets. This move comes amid the advancement of the CLARITY Act bill, which aims to bring clarity to the regulation of cryptocurrencies and related sectors.The main argument of the gambling lobby: platforms like Polymarket and Kalshi, disguising bets as financial derivatives, are effectively creating an unregulated gambling market...
11:42
Market Analysis: Withdrawal Strategy and Capital Management in Volatile Conditions
In the current market cycle, the issue of properly withdrawing funds (taking profits) becomes critically important for any investor. As a professional analyst, I observe that many market participants make a typical mistake — trying to catch the "perfect top," which often leads to losing accumulated profits.
Key Aspects of a Withdrawal Strategy I recommend viewing fund withdrawal not as a one-time event, but as a systematic process...
Key Aspects of a Withdrawal Strategy I recommend viewing fund withdrawal not as a one-time event, but as a systematic process...
11:41
Market Analysis: Cryptocurrency Exchange Balance Top-Up Activity Indicates a Shift in Sentiment
In recent hours, the market has seen a notable surge in activity related to balance top-ups on the largest centralized exchanges. This movement, which I am tracking as part of our on-chain data monitoring, signals a potential shift in the short-term trend.
Traditionally, a massive inflow of funds into exchange wallets is interpreted as preparation for sales or profit-taking. However, the current situation has several nuances...
Traditionally, a massive inflow of funds into exchange wallets is interpreted as preparation for sales or profit-taking. However, the current situation has several nuances...
11:39
The Bitcoin (BTC) market is experiencing another period of turbulence. The drop in the price of the leading cryptocurrency below the key level of $60,000 in early June has put significant pressure not only on speculative traders but also on fundamental network participants—miners. My analysis of miner fund flows to exchanges reveals a concerning picture: mining companies are forced to actively offload their reserves to cover rising operational costs...
Miners on the brink: the cost of mining bitcoin has exceeded the market price, forcing a mass sell-off.
The Bitcoin (BTC) market is experiencing another period of turbulence. The drop in the price of the leading cryptocurrency below the key level of $60,000 in early June has put significant pressure not only on speculative traders but also on fundamental network participants—miners. My analysis of miner fund flows to exchanges reveals a concerning picture: mining companies are forced to actively offload their reserves to cover rising operational costs...
11:38
Venezuela is experiencing another wave of financial crisis, and this time the stablecoin Tether (USDT) is becoming a lifeline for the population. Over the past 30 days, the value of USDT relative to the national currency, the bolivar, has surged by approximately 16%. At its peak on the Binance platform, the exchange rate reached 810 bolivars per USDT, starting from a level of 690 units.
The reason for this jump is clear: the Central Bank of Venezuela continues its unrestrained money printing...
The collapse of the bolívar: Venezuela massively shifts to USDT amid money printing
Venezuela is experiencing another wave of financial crisis, and this time the stablecoin Tether (USDT) is becoming a lifeline for the population. Over the past 30 days, the value of USDT relative to the national currency, the bolivar, has surged by approximately 16%. At its peak on the Binance platform, the exchange rate reached 810 bolivars per USDT, starting from a level of 690 units.The reason for this jump is clear: the Central Bank of Venezuela continues its unrestrained money printing...
11:37
A 16-year-old teenager has been sentenced to 7 years in prison for preparing a terrorist attack, using cryptocurrency as a recruitment tool.
The Second Western District Military Court has handed down a harsh sentence to a 16-year-old resident of the city of Liski. The teenager was found guilty of preparing to blow up the car of a Russian serviceman and will spend the next seven years in a juvenile correctional facility. In addition to imprisonment, the convict was also fined. This case is a vivid illustration of how digital assets are becoming a key link in the chain of remote recruitment of minors...
11:36
Law enforcement authorities have filed a final indictment against Yuri Belenky, the IT director of DiHouse. According to the criminal case materials, the top manager transferred cryptocurrency to the digital wallet of journalist Arkady Babchenko. Both individuals have been added to the Russian registry of terrorists and extremists, and Babchenko has also been designated as a foreign agent. Belenky himself categorically denies his guilt...
740 USDT and a terrorism charge: how cryptocurrency became the basis for a criminal case against an IT director in Russia
Law enforcement authorities have filed a final indictment against Yuri Belenky, the IT director of DiHouse. According to the criminal case materials, the top manager transferred cryptocurrency to the digital wallet of journalist Arkady Babchenko. Both individuals have been added to the Russian registry of terrorists and extremists, and Babchenko has also been designated as a foreign agent. Belenky himself categorically denies his guilt...
11:35
I assess the current stage of the crypto industry's development as the most difficult in the last decade. The wave of project closures, mass layoffs, and budget cuts has reached a scale unseen since 2013. And the paradox is that this gives me more hope than ever before.
The market is finally undergoing a real "purification." In past bear cycles, we often comforted ourselves with the thought that weak projects would naturally be weeded out, but that never actually happened...
The crypto market is undergoing a brutal purge: nothing like this has been seen since 2013.
I assess the current stage of the crypto industry's development as the most difficult in the last decade. The wave of project closures, mass layoffs, and budget cuts has reached a scale unseen since 2013. And the paradox is that this gives me more hope than ever before.The market is finally undergoing a real "purification." In past bear cycles, we often comforted ourselves with the thought that weak projects would naturally be weeded out, but that never actually happened...
11:34
This week, information emerged that the Greek regulator is reportedly preparing to reject Binance's application for a license under the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation. However, the exchange categorically denies these claims. According to my data, the review has already been completed, and the application has been found to comply with all requirements of European legislation. The final decision has not yet been made, but Binance promises to provide updated information by June 30...
Binance denies rumors about the refusal of the MiCA license: the application fully complies with the requirements
This week, information emerged that the Greek regulator is reportedly preparing to reject Binance's application for a license under the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation. However, the exchange categorically denies these claims. According to my data, the review has already been completed, and the application has been found to comply with all requirements of European legislation. The final decision has not yet been made, but Binance promises to provide updated information by June 30...
11:33
Alibaba Cloud has taken a significant step in the development of Physical AI by introducing Qwen-Robot Suite. This is not just another language model, but a full-fledged stack of three specialized models, each solving a specific robotics task: navigation, object manipulation, and physical scene prediction. The Qwen team calls this project a "full stack for embodied intelligence."
The essence of the breakthrough is that large language models (LLMs) already work excellently with text, images, and video, but this is insufficient for interacting with the real world...
Alibaba brings AI into the physical world: unveils the Qwen-Robot Suite model stack for robot control
Alibaba Cloud has taken a significant step in the development of Physical AI by introducing Qwen-Robot Suite. This is not just another language model, but a full-fledged stack of three specialized models, each solving a specific robotics task: navigation, object manipulation, and physical scene prediction. The Qwen team calls this project a "full stack for embodied intelligence."The essence of the breakthrough is that large language models (LLMs) already work excellently with text, images, and video, but this is insufficient for interacting with the real world...
11:32
The Ethereum network is preparing for one of its most significant upgrades in recent years. The Glamsterdam hard fork has officially entered its final development stage — all planned Ethereum Improvement Proposals (EIPs) have been integrated and are being actively tested ahead of the launch of public testnets. The upgrade is expected to be activated in the second half of 2026, although the exact date has not yet been set...
Glamsterdam: The largest Ethereum hard fork since The Merge enters its final stage
The Ethereum network is preparing for one of its most significant upgrades in recent years. The Glamsterdam hard fork has officially entered its final development stage — all planned Ethereum Improvement Proposals (EIPs) have been integrated and are being actively tested ahead of the launch of public testnets. The upgrade is expected to be activated in the second half of 2026, although the exact date has not yet been set...
11:31
Former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried, who is serving a 25-year sentence, appears to be not giving up hope of returning to the crypto industry. According to information obtained from his cellmates and close circle, SBF is already discussing launching his own token after his release. He mentions a sum of $50 to $100 million, which he says would be needed to "make serious money."
According to former inmate David Bunevacz, who spoke with Bankman-Fried, the latter mentioned some cryptocurrency project that he believes "everyone will flock to...
SBF plans token launch from prison: former FTX head seeks $100 million for new crypto project
Former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried, who is serving a 25-year sentence, appears to be not giving up hope of returning to the crypto industry. According to information obtained from his cellmates and close circle, SBF is already discussing launching his own token after his release. He mentions a sum of $50 to $100 million, which he says would be needed to "make serious money."According to former inmate David Bunevacz, who spoke with Bankman-Fried, the latter mentioned some cryptocurrency project that he believes "everyone will flock to...
11:30
Microsoft has achieved a breakthrough: the lifetime of a topological qubit has been increased by 2000 times.
Quantum computing is taking another important step forward, and this time key news comes from two leading players in the industry. Microsoft has reported a significant improvement in the performance of its topological qubit system. In recent experiments, engineers managed to dramatically increase the stability of the device's operation.
The key change was the replacement of materials in the qubit's design...
The key change was the replacement of materials in the qubit's design...
11:27
Market Analysis: Mechanisms for Withdrawing Digital Assets and Risk Minimization Strategies
The procedure for withdrawing funds from cryptocurrency platforms is one of the key stages of interacting with digital assets, requiring a professional approach. Based on years of market analysis, I highlight several critically important aspects that every trader should consider.
Main Withdrawal Channels The most common methods include direct transactions to external wallets, P2P exchanges, and fiat gateways...
Main Withdrawal Channels The most common methods include direct transactions to external wallets, P2P exchanges, and fiat gateways...
11:26
Key aspects of balance replenishment: strategies and risks for crypto investors
In the world of cryptocurrencies, topping up your balance is not just a technical operation, but a fundamental step that determines the effectiveness of your trading strategy. As an analyst, I observe daily how even experienced traders make mistakes at this stage, leading to losses of time and money. Today, we will break down the key points that will help you minimize risks and optimize the process...
11:25
President Donald Trump has called rumors that Washington plans to pay Tehran billions of dollars an absolute fake. However, the very topic of a possible $300 billion recovery fund has already sparked a wave of debate in the crypto community. Investors are trying to understand how the new deal between the countries will affect the digital asset market.
The catalyst for heated discussions was a preliminary memorandum of understanding...
Rumors of $300 billion for Iran: how geopolitics is pushing bitcoin higher
President Donald Trump has called rumors that Washington plans to pay Tehran billions of dollars an absolute fake. However, the very topic of a possible $300 billion recovery fund has already sparked a wave of debate in the crypto community. Investors are trying to understand how the new deal between the countries will affect the digital asset market.The catalyst for heated discussions was a preliminary memorandum of understanding...
11:24
The decline of Bitcoin (BTC) below the $60,000 mark in early June was a serious blow not only for retail investors, but also for the entire mining ecosystem. An analysis of fund flows to major exchanges reveals an alarming trend: digital gold miners are forced to actively offload their reserves to cover rising operational costs. This is a classic signal of capitulation at the hashrate level.
The situation in the mining sector is extremely tense...
Miners on the brink: unprofitable mining and massive sell-off of bitcoins
The decline of Bitcoin (BTC) below the $60,000 mark in early June was a serious blow not only for retail investors, but also for the entire mining ecosystem. An analysis of fund flows to major exchanges reveals an alarming trend: digital gold miners are forced to actively offload their reserves to cover rising operational costs. This is a classic signal of capitulation at the hashrate level.The situation in the mining sector is extremely tense...
11:23
The Venezuelan bolivar continues to depreciate rapidly, and the population is increasingly turning to stablecoins. Over the past 30 days, the USDT rate on P2P platforms has risen by approximately 16% against the national currency. On the Binance exchange, the price of a single Tether token surged from 690 bolivars to a peak of 810, a clear indicator of panic demand for hard currency.
Money supply spirals out of control The key catalyst for this growth is an unprecedented increase in the volume of bolivar cash in circulation...
The crisis in Venezuela has driven up the premium for USDT: the bolivar is losing ground.
The Venezuelan bolivar continues to depreciate rapidly, and the population is increasingly turning to stablecoins. Over the past 30 days, the USDT rate on P2P platforms has risen by approximately 16% against the national currency. On the Binance exchange, the price of a single Tether token surged from 690 bolivars to a peak of 810, a clear indicator of panic demand for hard currency.Money supply spirals out of control The key catalyst for this growth is an unprecedented increase in the volume of bolivar cash in circulation...
11:22
A teenager received 7 years in a penal colony for a terrorist act: cryptocurrency as a recruitment tool
The Second Western District Military Court has sentenced a 16-year-old resident of the city of Liski. The teenager will spend seven years in a juvenile correctional facility and pay a fine for preparing to blow up a car belonging to a Russian serviceman. This case is a vivid illustration of how digital assets are becoming a tool for remotely recruiting minors.
The investigation established that the minor carried out tasks for Ukrainian special services...
The investigation established that the minor carried out tasks for Ukrainian special services...
11:21
$740 USDT: How transferring stablecoins to an IT director could lead to terrorism financing charges
A new trend is emerging in Russian law enforcement practice that directly affects participants in the cryptocurrency market. This time, the focus is on Yuri Belenky, IT director of DiHouse. He has been formally charged under Part 1.1 of Article 205.1 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation (aiding terrorist activities). The reason was several transfers of USDT stablecoins totaling just over $740...
11:20
OVHcloud integrates Quobly quantum computer into cloud platform: analysis of prospects
French cloud provider OVHcloud has announced a strategic expansion of its quantum platform. By the end of 2026, the Alloy Pioneer quantum computer from startup Quobly will be deployed within the company's sovereign cloud. This is the first commercially available quantum computer based on silicon spin qubits, which in itself marks an important milestone in the evolution of quantum technologies.
At the core of Quobly's solution is the use of 300mm FD-SOI wafers, an industry standard in semiconductor manufacturing...
At the core of Quobly's solution is the use of 300mm FD-SOI wafers, an industry standard in semiconductor manufacturing...