17.06.2026
14:10
Singapore's regulator has added Bybit to its "blacklist" for investors: what this means for the market
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) officially included Bybit Fintech Limited and the Bybit platform itself in its Investor Alert List on June 17, 2026. This means that the world's second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume does not hold a MAS license and is not regulated to provide services to users in Singapore.
This regulatory step is not a ban or an accusation of fraud, but a tool for public information...
This regulatory step is not a ban or an accusation of fraud, but a tool for public information...
14:08
Bitcoin (BTC) has entered a phase of uncertainty ahead of the U.S. Federal Reserve (Fed) meeting. An analysis of exchange flows shows a mixed picture: some indicators point to accumulation, while others record a reversal toward an influx of coins onto trading platforms. However, all experts agree on one thing—the market's next significant move will likely be triggered by the Fed's decision.
At first glance, the data appears contradictory, but in reality, it reflects different time windows...
Bitcoin pauses in anticipation of the Fed: exchange flows send mixed signals
Bitcoin (BTC) has entered a phase of uncertainty ahead of the U.S. Federal Reserve (Fed) meeting. An analysis of exchange flows shows a mixed picture: some indicators point to accumulation, while others record a reversal toward an influx of coins onto trading platforms. However, all experts agree on one thing—the market's next significant move will likely be triggered by the Fed's decision.At first glance, the data appears contradictory, but in reality, it reflects different time windows...
14:07
Global financial regulators are showing rare unanimity regarding precious metals. Fresh data from a large-scale survey involving 74 central banks reveals that 45% of them intend to actively increase their gold reserves over the next 12 months.
This is not just a spike in interest, but a record high in the history of such observations. For comparison, during the same period in 2020, the share of such plans was more than twice as low...
Central banks around the world are preparing a historic assault on gold reserves: a new trend or a defense against chaos?
Global financial regulators are showing rare unanimity regarding precious metals. Fresh data from a large-scale survey involving 74 central banks reveals that 45% of them intend to actively increase their gold reserves over the next 12 months.This is not just a spike in interest, but a record high in the history of such observations. For comparison, during the same period in 2020, the share of such plans was more than twice as low...
14:06
South Korean retail investors demonstrated unprecedented demand for SpaceX shares, purchasing $795.9 million worth of the SPCX exchange-traded instrument in a single trading session on June 12. This result instantly made SpaceX the most popular U.S. stock among Koreans, surpassing even multi-month trading volumes for other blue chips.
The scale of interest is truly impressive. For comparison, net purchases by Korean investors over the previous three months for Micron Technology (MU) shares amounted to $748...
Record frenzy: Korean investors bought $796 million worth of SpaceX (SPCX) shares on the first day of trading
South Korean retail investors demonstrated unprecedented demand for SpaceX shares, purchasing $795.9 million worth of the SPCX exchange-traded instrument in a single trading session on June 12. This result instantly made SpaceX the most popular U.S. stock among Koreans, surpassing even multi-month trading volumes for other blue chips.The scale of interest is truly impressive. For comparison, net purchases by Korean investors over the previous three months for Micron Technology (MU) shares amounted to $748...
14:05
The corporate landscape of generative AI is undergoing significant changes. According to my analysis of data from the fintech platform Ramp, which tracks spending by over 70,000 companies, Anthropic surpassed OpenAI in May 2026 for the first time in terms of the share of paid corporate subscriptions.
Anthropic's share rose by 2.5 percentage points, reaching 41%. OpenAI's figure remained virtually unchanged, settling at 39...
Anthropic has overtaken OpenAI in the race for corporate wallets: Ramp data
The corporate landscape of generative AI is undergoing significant changes. According to my analysis of data from the fintech platform Ramp, which tracks spending by over 70,000 companies, Anthropic surpassed OpenAI in May 2026 for the first time in terms of the share of paid corporate subscriptions.Anthropic's share rose by 2.5 percentage points, reaching 41%. OpenAI's figure remained virtually unchanged, settling at 39...
14:03
Pasadena, late 1930s. Young self-taught chemist Jack Parsons launches homemade rockets in the Arroyo Seco canyon near Los Angeles. At night, he immerses himself in the world of esotericism, and soon begins corresponding with English occultist Aleister Crowley. Several decades later, Parsons' developments will help propel humanity into space. He will become one of the founders of the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), and his contribution to rocketry will form the basis of the American space program...
Founding Fathers: How the Heresy of Parsons and Cypherpunks Paved the Way for Bitcoin
Pasadena, late 1930s. Young self-taught chemist Jack Parsons launches homemade rockets in the Arroyo Seco canyon near Los Angeles. At night, he immerses himself in the world of esotericism, and soon begins corresponding with English occultist Aleister Crowley. Several decades later, Parsons' developments will help propel humanity into space. He will become one of the founders of the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), and his contribution to rocketry will form the basis of the American space program...
14:02
Acrab has raised $350 million to build infrastructure for agentic AI.
Singapore-based startup Acrab has announced raising over $350 million in total funding. The funds will be used to develop computing infrastructure focused on agentic artificial intelligence systems. The company plans to allocate capital to build its own platform, conduct research in high-performance computing, expand its partner network, and enter global markets.
Full-Cycle Development Founded in 2024, Acrab is developing a full-cycle computing architecture...
Full-Cycle Development Founded in 2024, Acrab is developing a full-cycle computing architecture...
14:01
The Hyperliquid platform has reached a significant milestone, recording an Open Interest volume exceeding $10 billion. This metric has propelled the protocol to third place among the largest venues for trading perpetual futures, directly reflecting the growing trust of institutional and retail traders in decentralized solutions.
Growth Drivers: From Traditional Assets to Pre-IPO The key catalyst for this rapid growth has been the expansion of the market lineup into traditional assets...
Hyperliquid surpassed the $10 billion mark in open interest: analysis of the decentralized derivatives giant's surge
The Hyperliquid platform has reached a significant milestone, recording an Open Interest volume exceeding $10 billion. This metric has propelled the protocol to third place among the largest venues for trading perpetual futures, directly reflecting the growing trust of institutional and retail traders in decentralized solutions.Growth Drivers: From Traditional Assets to Pre-IPO The key catalyst for this rapid growth has been the expansion of the market lineup into traditional assets...
14:00
The market of the first cryptocurrency continues to be in a sideways phase, and the current consolidation of bitcoin below the $66,000 mark has very specific fundamental reasons. Despite the geopolitical détente between the US and Iran reducing risks for the global energy sector, pressure on BTC persists.
The key factor restraining growth remains concerns related to the actions of Strategy. As my observations show, the market is pricing in possible new bitcoin sales by this major institutional holder...
Bitcoin stuck below $66,000: Analysis of consolidation reasons and hidden risks
The market of the first cryptocurrency continues to be in a sideways phase, and the current consolidation of bitcoin below the $66,000 mark has very specific fundamental reasons. Despite the geopolitical détente between the US and Iran reducing risks for the global energy sector, pressure on BTC persists.The key factor restraining growth remains concerns related to the actions of Strategy. As my observations show, the market is pricing in possible new bitcoin sales by this major institutional holder...
13:58
Withdrawing funds from the crypto market: anatomy of the process and security strategies
In the world of digital assets, the withdrawal operation is one of the key factors determining both liquidity and the level of user trust in the platform. From my perspective, this is not just a technical procedure but a fundamental indicator of the ecosystem's maturity.
What is a cryptocurrency withdrawal? A withdrawal is the process of moving digital assets from a trading platform or provider wallet to an external address controlled exclusively by the user...
What is a cryptocurrency withdrawal? A withdrawal is the process of moving digital assets from a trading platform or provider wallet to an external address controlled exclusively by the user...
13:57
How to properly top up a crypto account: strategies and best practices
Replenishing a cryptocurrency account is the first and perhaps most crucial step for any trader or investor. In my practice, I have repeatedly encountered situations where an incorrectly chosen replenishment method led to delays, losses on fees, or even fund blocking. Let's break down the key aspects of this process.
Choosing a Replenishment Method Today, there are several main ways to deposit funds: through bank transfers (SEPA, SWIFT), via P2P platforms, through cryptocurrency wallets, or directly from cards...
Choosing a Replenishment Method Today, there are several main ways to deposit funds: through bank transfers (SEPA, SWIFT), via P2P platforms, through cryptocurrency wallets, or directly from cards...
13:56
Today, Kevin Warsh will chair his first Federal Reserve meeting as chairman. Markets approach this event in an extremely tense environment: amid an oil crash, historically alarming statistics, and nearly zero expectations for a rate cut. According to CME data, the probability of keeping the rate in the 3.50–3.75% range exceeds 97%. Analysts indicate that the chances of a rate cut remain nearly zero until April 2027, and only by December 2027 do they rise to about 8%...
First Warsh Meeting: Oil Collapse, Historical Pattern, and a New Era for the Fed
Today, Kevin Warsh will chair his first Federal Reserve meeting as chairman. Markets approach this event in an extremely tense environment: amid an oil crash, historically alarming statistics, and nearly zero expectations for a rate cut. According to CME data, the probability of keeping the rate in the 3.50–3.75% range exceeds 97%. Analysts indicate that the chances of a rate cut remain nearly zero until April 2027, and only by December 2027 do they rise to about 8%...
13:54
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) officially added the cryptocurrency exchange Bybit and its operating company Bybit Fintech Limited to its Investor Alert List on June 17, 2026. This means the regulator has publicly stated that the world's second-largest crypto exchange by trading volume does not hold an MAS license and is not authorized to provide services to Singapore residents.
What is the MAS Investor Alert List and why is it important? It is important to understand: being placed on this list is not a ban or an accusation of fraud...
Singapore's MAS places Bybit on "grey list": what this means for the crypto market
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) officially added the cryptocurrency exchange Bybit and its operating company Bybit Fintech Limited to its Investor Alert List on June 17, 2026. This means the regulator has publicly stated that the world's second-largest crypto exchange by trading volume does not hold an MAS license and is not authorized to provide services to Singapore residents.What is the MAS Investor Alert List and why is it important? It is important to understand: being placed on this list is not a ban or an accusation of fraud...
13:53
The Bitcoin (BTC) market has entered a phase of uncertainty, showing conflicting signals in exchange flows ahead of the key U.S. Federal Reserve meeting. Some analysts see signs of accumulation, while others note a reversal toward coins flowing into trading platforms. However, all agree on one thing: the next significant market move will likely begin with the Fed's decision.
Accumulation on the Short Horizon Analysis of data over the last 24 hours indicates an outflow of about 5,000 BTC from exchanges...
Bitcoin frozen in anticipation of the Fed's verdict: mixed flows on exchanges cause confusion
The Bitcoin (BTC) market has entered a phase of uncertainty, showing conflicting signals in exchange flows ahead of the key U.S. Federal Reserve meeting. Some analysts see signs of accumulation, while others note a reversal toward coins flowing into trading platforms. However, all agree on one thing: the next significant market move will likely begin with the Fed's decision.Accumulation on the Short Horizon Analysis of data over the last 24 hours indicates an outflow of about 5,000 BTC from exchanges...
13:52
Global financial regulators are showing an unprecedented appetite for gold. According to fresh survey data from the World Gold Council, which included 74 central banks, 45% stated their intention to increase gold reserves over the next 12 months. This is an absolute record in the history of observations.
The figure has more than doubled compared to 2020 and marks the third consecutive annual increase...
Central banks are preparing for a record gold rush: a signal for the market
Global financial regulators are showing an unprecedented appetite for gold. According to fresh survey data from the World Gold Council, which included 74 central banks, 45% stated their intention to increase gold reserves over the next 12 months. This is an absolute record in the history of observations.The figure has more than doubled compared to 2020 and marks the third consecutive annual increase...
13:51
South Korean FOMO: Investors bought SPCX for $796 million on the first day — record frenzy around SpaceX
Retail investors from South Korea have demonstrated an unprecedented appetite for SpaceX shares, flooding the SPCX market with a colossal amount of capital on the very first day of trading. On June 12, net purchases of Elon Musk's company shares by local individual investors reached $795.9 million. This figure, recorded by the Korea Securities Depository, is an absolute record for foreign stocks in the local market...
13:50
The market for enterprise AI solutions is undergoing a tectonic shift. According to data from the fintech platform Ramp, which analyzes spending by over 70,000 companies, Anthropic's share of paid corporate subscriptions reached 41% in May 2026, gaining 2.5 percentage points. For comparison, OpenAI's share has remained virtually stagnant at 39.5%.
This surge is particularly notable against the backdrop of significant pressure from the Donald Trump administration...
Anthropic overtakes OpenAI: Ramp's corporate clients vote for Claude
The market for enterprise AI solutions is undergoing a tectonic shift. According to data from the fintech platform Ramp, which analyzes spending by over 70,000 companies, Anthropic's share of paid corporate subscriptions reached 41% in May 2026, gaining 2.5 percentage points. For comparison, OpenAI's share has remained virtually stagnant at 39.5%.This surge is particularly notable against the backdrop of significant pressure from the Donald Trump administration...
13:48
Founding Fathers of Technological Revolutions: Why Geniuses Often Remain in the Shadows
Pasadena, late 1930s. A young self-taught chemist, Jack Parsons, launches homemade rockets in the Arroyo Seco canyon near Los Angeles. At night, he immerses himself in the world of esotericism and the occult. Several decades later, his developments would help propel humanity into space. Parsons would become one of the founders of the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), and his contributions to rocketry would form the basis of the American space program...
13:47
Singapore-based startup Acrab has completed a funding round, raising over $350 million. These funds will be directed toward building high-performance computing infrastructure focused on agentic artificial intelligence systems. The company plans to strengthen its position in the segment of developing platforms for autonomous AI agents, as well as expand its international presence and partner network...
Acrab has raised $350+ million to build computing infrastructure for agentic AI.
Singapore-based startup Acrab has completed a funding round, raising over $350 million. These funds will be directed toward building high-performance computing infrastructure focused on agentic artificial intelligence systems. The company plans to strengthen its position in the segment of developing platforms for autonomous AI agents, as well as expand its international presence and partner network...
13:46
The decentralized derivatives trading platform Hyperliquid has reached a historic milestone: the Open Interest volume has exceeded $10 billion. This indicator has propelled the protocol to third place among all platforms for trading perpetual futures, trailing only the centralized giants Binance and Bybit.
The key driver of growth has been the expansion of its toolkit beyond cryptocurrencies...
Hyperliquid breaks the $10 billion open interest mark: decentralized derivatives reach a new level
The decentralized derivatives trading platform Hyperliquid has reached a historic milestone: the Open Interest volume has exceeded $10 billion. This indicator has propelled the protocol to third place among all platforms for trading perpetual futures, trailing only the centralized giants Binance and Bybit.The key driver of growth has been the expansion of its toolkit beyond cryptocurrencies...
13:45
Despite positive signals from the macroeconomic front and a reduction in geopolitical risks following the agreement between the US and Iran, bitcoin stubbornly holds below the $66,000 mark. The main source of pressure is concerns related to possible new sales by Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy).
Strategy's Strategy in Question Analysts at QCP Capital note that the company may be forced to sell off part of its bitcoin reserves to finance dividend payments...
Bitcoin pressure persists: analysts explain why the market is stuck in consolidation
Despite positive signals from the macroeconomic front and a reduction in geopolitical risks following the agreement between the US and Iran, bitcoin stubbornly holds below the $66,000 mark. The main source of pressure is concerns related to possible new sales by Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy).Strategy's Strategy in Question Analysts at QCP Capital note that the company may be forced to sell off part of its bitcoin reserves to finance dividend payments...
13:43
Market Analysis: Massive Withdrawal of Funds Signals Shift in Investor Sentiment
Over the past 24 hours, the cryptocurrency market has recorded a significant outflow of liquidity. On-chain analytics data shows a sharp increase in the volume of withdrawals from centralized exchanges, which is a classic indicator of a shift in short-term sentiment among asset holders.
Key Figures and Dynamics The total net outflow of funds from the largest trading platforms exceeded $1.2 billion...
Key Figures and Dynamics The total net outflow of funds from the largest trading platforms exceeded $1.2 billion...
13:41
Critical analysis of balance replenishment mechanisms: how to avoid losing funds on fees
The issue of topping up your balance on cryptocurrency platforms is not just a technical routine, but a strategic task that directly impacts the efficiency of your portfolio. Over years of working in the market, I have observed even experienced traders losing 5-7% of their capital due to suboptimal choices in deposit methods.
Main Channels and Their Hidden Costs Most platforms offer three basic options: bank transfer, P2P trading, and direct cryptocurrency deposit...
Main Channels and Their Hidden Costs Most platforms offer three basic options: bank transfer, P2P trading, and direct cryptocurrency deposit...
13:40
Aster strengthens its deflationary mechanism: 99% of fees go toward token buybacks, price surges 10%
The decentralized exchange Aster has announced a major tokenomics update that fundamentally changes the protocol's economy. Starting June 17, 2026, 99% of all daily platform fees will be automatically used to buy back the $ASTER token from the market. This is not just a buyback — it is part of an aggressive deflationary strategy where each purchased token is offset by burning an equivalent volume from reserves, primarily from team allocations...
13:39
Today, Kevin Warsh chairs his first Federal Reserve meeting as chairman. Markets approach this event in a state of extreme uncertainty: an oil crash, zero expectations for a rate cut, and alarming historical statistics create a perfect storm.
The main intrigue is Warsh's rhetoric. According to CME futures, the market is pricing in virtually no rate cut: the probability of maintaining the 3.50–3...
First meeting of the Warsh: a perfect storm for markets — oil, rates, and a historical pattern
Today, Kevin Warsh chairs his first Federal Reserve meeting as chairman. Markets approach this event in a state of extreme uncertainty: an oil crash, zero expectations for a rate cut, and alarming historical statistics create a perfect storm.The main intrigue is Warsh's rhetoric. According to CME futures, the market is pricing in virtually no rate cut: the probability of maintaining the 3.50–3...
13:38
On June 17, 2026, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) officially added Bybit Fintech Limited and its trading platform Bybit to its "Investor Alert List." This means that the world's second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume does not hold a MAS license and is not regulated to provide services to Singaporean users.
What is the MAS Investor Alert List and why is it important? This registry is not a ban or an accusation of fraud, but a tool for public information...
Singapore's regulator has added Bybit to its "blacklist": what this means for investors
On June 17, 2026, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) officially added Bybit Fintech Limited and its trading platform Bybit to its "Investor Alert List." This means that the world's second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume does not hold a MAS license and is not regulated to provide services to Singaporean users.What is the MAS Investor Alert List and why is it important? This registry is not a ban or an accusation of fraud, but a tool for public information...
13:36
Bitcoin (BTC) has entered a phase of uncertainty ahead of the key U.S. Federal Reserve meeting. Exchange flow data shows mixed dynamics: some analysts note signs of accumulation, while others point to a reversal toward an influx of coins onto trading platforms. However, all agree on one thing: the next significant market impulse will come after the Fed's decision.
At first glance, the metrics appear contradictory, but upon closer examination, they describe different time windows...
Bitcoin remains frozen in anticipation of the Fed's verdict: exchange flows send conflicting signals
Bitcoin (BTC) has entered a phase of uncertainty ahead of the key U.S. Federal Reserve meeting. Exchange flow data shows mixed dynamics: some analysts note signs of accumulation, while others point to a reversal toward an influx of coins onto trading platforms. However, all agree on one thing: the next significant market impulse will come after the Fed's decision.At first glance, the metrics appear contradictory, but upon closer examination, they describe different time windows...
13:35
Global financial regulators are showing unprecedented optimism towards gold. According to a fresh survey by the World Gold Council, which included 74 central banks, 45% of them plan to increase their gold reserves in the next 12 months. This figure is the highest in the history of observations, signaling the formation of a sustained long-term trend rather than a temporary spike in interest.
The share of central banks intending to replenish their holdings of the precious metal has more than doubled compared to 2020...
Central banks are preparing a record gold rush: 45% of regulators plan large-scale purchases
Global financial regulators are showing unprecedented optimism towards gold. According to a fresh survey by the World Gold Council, which included 74 central banks, 45% of them plan to increase their gold reserves in the next 12 months. This figure is the highest in the history of observations, signaling the formation of a sustained long-term trend rather than a temporary spike in interest.The share of central banks intending to replenish their holdings of the precious metal has more than doubled compared to 2020...
13:34
The People's Bank of China (PBOC) is once again drawing the global financial community's attention to the rapidly growing role of stablecoins. Wang Xin, head of the regulator's research bureau, speaking at the annual financial forum in Shanghai, emphasized the need for close monitoring of how these digital assets impact the international monetary system and cross-border payments.
In his speech at a plenary session dedicated to reforming global financial governance, Wang Xin noted that the current payment infrastructure is facing growing uncertainty and, in his words, risks becoming a tool of political and economic pressure...
The PBoC calls for global monitoring of stablecoins: a threat or a new stage in the evolution of payments?
The People's Bank of China (PBOC) is once again drawing the global financial community's attention to the rapidly growing role of stablecoins. Wang Xin, head of the regulator's research bureau, speaking at the annual financial forum in Shanghai, emphasized the need for close monitoring of how these digital assets impact the international monetary system and cross-border payments.In his speech at a plenary session dedicated to reforming global financial governance, Wang Xin noted that the current payment infrastructure is facing growing uncertainty and, in his words, risks becoming a tool of political and economic pressure...
13:33
The corporate AI market is experiencing a tectonic shift. According to the expense management platform Ramp, in May 2026, Anthropic's share of paid corporate subscriptions among its clients increased by 2.5 percentage points, reaching 41%. For comparison, OpenAI's figure remained virtually unchanged, hovering at 39.5%.
Ramp, which analyzes the financial flows of over 70,000 companies, is recording a steady trend: businesses are voting with their dollars for Anthropic's models, primarily the Claude Opus family...
Anthropic overtakes OpenAI: Ramp's corporate clients switch to Claude
The corporate AI market is experiencing a tectonic shift. According to the expense management platform Ramp, in May 2026, Anthropic's share of paid corporate subscriptions among its clients increased by 2.5 percentage points, reaching 41%. For comparison, OpenAI's figure remained virtually unchanged, hovering at 39.5%.Ramp, which analyzes the financial flows of over 70,000 companies, is recording a steady trend: businesses are voting with their dollars for Anthropic's models, primarily the Claude Opus family...