15.08.2026
17:21
Galaxy Digital has sharply lowered its forecast for the adoption of the CLARITY Act, with chances now estimated at only 10%.
Galaxy Digital analysts have revised their forecast regarding the fate of the CLARITY Act in the U.S. Senate, lowering the probability of its passage in 2026 to 10%. This is a significant drop from previous estimates, reflecting growing uncertainty surrounding the legislative initiative aimed at bringing clarity to digital asset regulation.
Key obstacles remain unresolved political disagreements that continue to stall the document's progress...
Key obstacles remain unresolved political disagreements that continue to stall the document's progress...
17:20
Vivek Raman, co-founder and CEO of Etherealize, has sharply criticized the growing trend on Wall Street — the fascination with closed blockchains with restricted access. In his view, consortium networks are a step backward that fragments liquidity and returns us to the isolated systems that distributed ledger technology was supposed to leave behind once and for all.
Raman calls this new wave of projects nothing less than a "race to the bottom...
Wall Street's closed blockchains — a "race to the bottom": Etherealize CEO raises the alarm
Vivek Raman, co-founder and CEO of Etherealize, has sharply criticized the growing trend on Wall Street — the fascination with closed blockchains with restricted access. In his view, consortium networks are a step backward that fragments liquidity and returns us to the isolated systems that distributed ledger technology was supposed to leave behind once and for all.Raman calls this new wave of projects nothing less than a "race to the bottom...
17:16
Withdrawal of crypto assets: key aspects, fees, and transaction security
The issue of withdrawing funds from cryptocurrency platforms is one of the most critical stages of interacting with digital assets. In my practice, I have repeatedly emphasized that it is at this stage that users most often face losses due to carelessness or a lack of understanding of technical nuances. Today, we will examine the fundamental principles that every investor should know.
The Technical Nature of Transactions Withdrawing funds on the blockchain is an irreversible operation...
The Technical Nature of Transactions Withdrawing funds on the blockchain is an irreversible operation...
17:15
How to Safely and Quickly Top Up a Crypto Account: A Complete Analyst's Guide
Topping up a crypto account is one of the first steps every trader or investor faces. However, despite the apparent simplicity, many users make mistakes that lead to loss of funds or additional fees. In this guide, we will break down the key methods, their pros and cons, and provide recommendations from an analyst's perspective.
Main Methods of Topping Up a Crypto Account
- Bank card transfer (fiat) — the most common method for beginners. Suitable for quick purchases of Bitcoin or Ethereum through an exchange's built-in service.
- P2P platforms — direct exchange between users. Allows you to avoid high commissions and often offers a better rate.
- Crypto transfer from another wallet — the optimal option for those who already hold assets. Requires attention to the network and address accuracy.
- Cryptocurrency ATMs — a convenient but expensive method due to high spreads and commissions.
Safety Rules When Topping Up
First, always check the wallet address. Even one character error can lead to irreversible loss of funds. Second, use two-factor authentication (2FA) and avoid storing large amounts on exchanges. Third, be wary of phishing sites — always check the domain in the browser's address bar.
Analyst Recommendations
From a professional's perspective, the optimal strategy is a combination of methods: use P2P for large amounts to save on commissions, and bank cards for quick small transactions. Also, consider the blockchain network — for example, transferring USDT via TRC20 is significantly cheaper and faster than via Ethereum.
Finally, always keep a portion of your funds in cold storage. This will protect your capital from exchange hacks or account blocking. Remember: security always comes first, and only then speed and convenience.
The issue of funding a trading account is the first thing every trader encounters, and how competently you approach this process determines not only the speed of entering the market but also the safety of your funds. In my practice, I see that many beginners underestimate the nuances associated with choosing a deposit method, fees, and processing times.
Main Ways to Deposit Funds Today, there are several key channels for financing an account...
Main Ways to Deposit Funds Today, there are several key channels for financing an account...
17:13
HTX founder Justin Sun has publicly responded for the first time to the exchange being added to Binance's "blacklist." According to him, the imposed restrictions are targeted and affect only users from the United Kingdom and the European Union. At the same time, the notification sent by Binance to clients contains no geographic specifics—it refers to all platform users.
Sun made this statement on Friday evening, just a few hours after Binance announced it would block operations with HTX...
Binance called its restrictions for HTX "targeted": what awaits users
HTX founder Justin Sun has publicly responded for the first time to the exchange being added to Binance's "blacklist." According to him, the imposed restrictions are targeted and affect only users from the United Kingdom and the European Union. At the same time, the notification sent by Binance to clients contains no geographic specifics—it refers to all platform users.Sun made this statement on Friday evening, just a few hours after Binance announced it would block operations with HTX...
17:12
Dual Circuit: How Russia's New Digital Currency Law Divides the Country's Payment Landscape
Russia is preparing for a fundamental split of its payment ecosystem. On September 1, 2026, the law "On Digital Currency" comes into force, creating two clearly delineated circuits: a public one — based on the digital ruble, and a private one — for the legalized circulation of crypto assets. This is not just regulation, but an architectural decision that will set the rules of the game for years to come...
17:10
The Russian digital asset market is taking a cautious step forward: a law has come into force that for the first time permits advertising of services by licensed cryptocurrency market participants. However, it is important to understand: this is not a "green light" for promoting bitcoin or ether, but rather a targeted exception to the previous total ban. Let's break down what exactly has changed and what risks remain...
A new era of crypto services advertising in Russia: permission with many caveats
The Russian digital asset market is taking a cautious step forward: a law has come into force that for the first time permits advertising of services by licensed cryptocurrency market participants. However, it is important to understand: this is not a "green light" for promoting bitcoin or ether, but rather a targeted exception to the previous total ban. Let's break down what exactly has changed and what risks remain...
17:08
The annual threshold of 300,000 rubles for purchasing cryptocurrency, set by the Central Bank, raises many questions among investors with significant capital. However, upon detailed analysis of regulatory norms, it becomes obvious: the restriction applies not to the total volume of a client's transactions, but to each individual counterparty. This opens up a completely legal opportunity to diversify transactions among several banks, brokers, and exchangers...
Bypassing the Central Bank's 300,000 ruble limit: a legal strategy for large investors
The annual threshold of 300,000 rubles for purchasing cryptocurrency, set by the Central Bank, raises many questions among investors with significant capital. However, upon detailed analysis of regulatory norms, it becomes obvious: the restriction applies not to the total volume of a client's transactions, but to each individual counterparty. This opens up a completely legal opportunity to diversify transactions among several banks, brokers, and exchangers...
17:07
The entry of Russian banks into the cryptocurrency operations market will be marked by high spreads, but they are unlikely to sustain margins of 5–7% or higher amid competitive pressure. Such is my analysis of the current dynamics: at the outset, banks will be forced to build significant costs into their pricing, but market mechanisms will quickly correct the situation.
The key factor determining the cost for the client is not the bank's appetite, but the real price of liquidity, the user's willingness to pay for a regulated framework, and the difference compared to traditional fiat transfer channels...
Competition will bring down banking spreads in Russia's crypto market.
The entry of Russian banks into the cryptocurrency operations market will be marked by high spreads, but they are unlikely to sustain margins of 5–7% or higher amid competitive pressure. Such is my analysis of the current dynamics: at the outset, banks will be forced to build significant costs into their pricing, but market mechanisms will quickly correct the situation.The key factor determining the cost for the client is not the bank's appetite, but the real price of liquidity, the user's willingness to pay for a regulated framework, and the difference compared to traditional fiat transfer channels...
17:05
The large-scale incident involving Coldcard hardware wallets turned out to be far more serious than initially assumed. During a targeted attack, attackers withdrew at least 1,778.84 BTC, equivalent to approximately $112.7 million. My colleagues at Galaxy Research confirmed the theft of funds from more than 8,600 addresses, having contacted 190 victims. However, the actual damage may be even higher: if unconfirmed episodes are taken into account, the volume of stolen funds reaches 2,417...
Attack on Coldcard: Over 1,700 BTC stolen, and the idea of self-custody has been shaken
The large-scale incident involving Coldcard hardware wallets turned out to be far more serious than initially assumed. During a targeted attack, attackers withdrew at least 1,778.84 BTC, equivalent to approximately $112.7 million. My colleagues at Galaxy Research confirmed the theft of funds from more than 8,600 addresses, having contacted 190 victims. However, the actual damage may be even higher: if unconfirmed episodes are taken into account, the volume of stolen funds reaches 2,417...
17:04
Ireland's Ministry of Finance has presented the country's first-ever comprehensive strategy aimed at combating money laundering (AML) and terrorist financing (CFT) in the digital economy. This document marks a systemic shift in the regulator's approach to virtual assets, emphasizing transparency and control over capital flows.
A key element of the new initiative is the introduction of enhanced verification procedures for transactions originating from private (non-custodial) crypto wallets...
Ireland tightens the rules: a new national strategy to combat money laundering in the crypto sphere
Ireland's Ministry of Finance has presented the country's first-ever comprehensive strategy aimed at combating money laundering (AML) and terrorist financing (CFT) in the digital economy. This document marks a systemic shift in the regulator's approach to virtual assets, emphasizing transparency and control over capital flows.A key element of the new initiative is the introduction of enhanced verification procedures for transactions originating from private (non-custodial) crypto wallets...
17:02
Riot Platforms, one of the leading players in the bitcoin mining sector, has taken a decisive step toward expanding its infrastructure. The company has secured project debt financing of up to $573 million, which will be directed toward the purchase of high-tech equipment and the development of a 191 MW data center for artificial intelligence. This facility will be located on Riot's campus in Rockdale, Texas, which has already established itself as a strategic hub for energy-intensive operations...
Riot Platforms raises $573 million to build an AI campus in Texas: a bet on diversification
Riot Platforms, one of the leading players in the bitcoin mining sector, has taken a decisive step toward expanding its infrastructure. The company has secured project debt financing of up to $573 million, which will be directed toward the purchase of high-tech equipment and the development of a 191 MW data center for artificial intelligence. This facility will be located on Riot's campus in Rockdale, Texas, which has already established itself as a strategic hub for energy-intensive operations...
17:01
Galaxy Digital analysts have revised their forecast regarding the fate of the CLARITY Act in the U.S. Senate, lowering the probability of its approval in 2026 to 10%. This is a significant drop compared to previous expectations, reflecting growing skepticism among institutional players in the crypto industry.
The key factor hindering the initiative's progress remains a set of unresolved political disagreements...
Galaxy Digital lowers the odds of the CLARITY Act to 10%: political deadlocks and a shortage of time
Galaxy Digital analysts have revised their forecast regarding the fate of the CLARITY Act in the U.S. Senate, lowering the probability of its approval in 2026 to 10%. This is a significant drop compared to previous expectations, reflecting growing skepticism among institutional players in the crypto industry.The key factor hindering the initiative's progress remains a set of unresolved political disagreements...
17:00
Vivek Raman, co-founder and CEO of Etherealize, has sharply criticized the growing trend on Wall Street—the creation of private blockchain networks with restricted access. In his view, such initiatives are not merely misguided but fundamentally contradict the very essence of the technology they seek to use.
In my analysis of this trend, it is clear that the consortium networks Raman speaks of lead to liquidity fragmentation and return us to the era of isolated systems...
Wall Street's closed blockchains are a "race to the bottom": Etherealize CEO on the dead end of consortium networks
Vivek Raman, co-founder and CEO of Etherealize, has sharply criticized the growing trend on Wall Street—the creation of private blockchain networks with restricted access. In his view, such initiatives are not merely misguided but fundamentally contradict the very essence of the technology they seek to use.In my analysis of this trend, it is clear that the consortium networks Raman speaks of lead to liquidity fragmentation and return us to the era of isolated systems...
16:55
Withdrawing funds from crypto exchanges: security strategies and key risks
The question of withdrawing funds from cryptocurrency platforms always remains one of the most sensitive topics for any trader, regardless of their experience. This is the final and most critical stage of a trade, where technical nuances, fee costs, and security concerns all converge. In my practice, I have repeatedly observed how even successful investors lost a significant portion of their profits or were completely deprived of their assets due to elementary mistakes at this stage...
16:54
How to top up a crypto account: a complete guide to safe and fast methods
Managing digital assets begins with a simple but critically important step — funding your account. The choice of method affects not only speed and fees, but also the security of your funds. In this material, I will break down the main ways to deposit funds, their advantages, and the pitfalls that every investor should consider.
Main funding methods Today, there are several proven ways to credit funds to a cryptocurrency account...
Main funding methods Today, there are several proven ways to credit funds to a cryptocurrency account...
16:52
HTX (formerly Huobi) founder Justin Sun has issued an official statement regarding recent restrictions imposed by Binance. According to him, the block only affects users from the United Kingdom and the European Union, not all exchange clients. However, my analysis shows that Binance's official notice contains no geographical specifications, which creates grounds for discrepancies.
Sun made this statement on Friday evening — just a few hours after Binance announced the addition of HTX to its list of restricted platforms...
Sun refutes the global nature of Binance's restrictions on HTX: what is really happening
HTX (formerly Huobi) founder Justin Sun has issued an official statement regarding recent restrictions imposed by Binance. According to him, the block only affects users from the United Kingdom and the European Union, not all exchange clients. However, my analysis shows that Binance's official notice contains no geographical specifications, which creates grounds for discrepancies.Sun made this statement on Friday evening — just a few hours after Binance announced the addition of HTX to its list of restricted platforms...
16:51
In a world where the speed and cost of cross-border transfers are becoming critical factors, Russia is betting on a fundamentally new architecture. The average fee for sending $200 abroad is 6.4%, while through traditional banking channels this figure reaches nearly 15%. At the same time, the payment order itself reaches the recipient bank within ten minutes. However, the key problem is not the speed of data transmission, but what happens afterward: compliance checks, reconciliations, and crediting take up the lion's share of time and costs...
A new era of digital finance: Russia separates payment circuits — what this means for the market
In a world where the speed and cost of cross-border transfers are becoming critical factors, Russia is betting on a fundamentally new architecture. The average fee for sending $200 abroad is 6.4%, while through traditional banking channels this figure reaches nearly 15%. At the same time, the payment order itself reaches the recipient bank within ten minutes. However, the key problem is not the speed of data transmission, but what happens afterward: compliance checks, reconciliations, and crediting take up the lion's share of time and costs...
16:49
The Russian digital asset market is taking a cautious step forward: a new law for the first time permits advertising of services by licensed cryptocurrency market participants. However, a key nuance remains unchanged — promoting cryptocurrency itself as an investment instrument is still prohibited. This is a fundamental distinction that changes the rules of the game for all industry players.
What can be advertised and what cannot The legislator draws a clear line between advertising digital currency as such and advertising the services of regulated players...
In Russia, advertising of crypto services has been allowed, but not of the coins themselves.
The Russian digital asset market is taking a cautious step forward: a new law for the first time permits advertising of services by licensed cryptocurrency market participants. However, a key nuance remains unchanged — promoting cryptocurrency itself as an investment instrument is still prohibited. This is a fundamental distinction that changes the rules of the game for all industry players.What can be advertised and what cannot The legislator draws a clear line between advertising digital currency as such and advertising the services of regulated players...
16:48
The introduction of an annual threshold of 300,000 rubles for cryptocurrency purchases by non-qualified investors has raised many questions. However, a detailed analysis of the regulatory framework reveals an important nuance: the limit applies to each counterparty individually, rather than being summed across all platforms. This opens up a perfectly legal opportunity for investors with significant capital to distribute their transactions among several banks, brokers, and exchanges...
The Central Bank limit of 300,000 rubles: a legal strategy for distributing transactions for large investors
The introduction of an annual threshold of 300,000 rubles for cryptocurrency purchases by non-qualified investors has raised many questions. However, a detailed analysis of the regulatory framework reveals an important nuance: the limit applies to each counterparty individually, rather than being summed across all platforms. This opens up a perfectly legal opportunity for investors with significant capital to distribute their transactions among several banks, brokers, and exchanges...
16:47
Competition will bring down banking spreads on cryptocurrency in Russia: analysts' forecast
The Russian banking sector is preparing to enter the cryptocurrency operations market, and, in my estimation, the first steps will be accompanied by inflated spreads. However, this is a temporary phenomenon: as soon as several major players enter the market, margins will begin to melt rapidly. It simply will not be possible to maintain a markup of 5–7% or more under conditions of real competition.
Why starting spreads will be high At the initial stage, banks are forced to factor significant costs into the price: the cost of liquidity, compliance procedures, risk hedging, and the creation of new infrastructure...
Why starting spreads will be high At the initial stage, banks are forced to factor significant costs into the price: the cost of liquidity, compliance procedures, risk hedging, and the creation of new infrastructure...
16:45
A large-scale hacking campaign against Coldcard hardware wallets has resulted in losses of at least 1,778.84 BTC, equivalent to $112.7 million. According to my analysis of data obtained during the investigation, thefts from more than 8,600 addresses have been confirmed, and the total number of victims has reached 190 people. At the same time, the actual damage could be significantly higher — taking into account unconfirmed incidents, we are talking about 2,417...
Largest theft from hardware wallets: Coldcard attack cost BTC holders $112 million
A large-scale hacking campaign against Coldcard hardware wallets has resulted in losses of at least 1,778.84 BTC, equivalent to $112.7 million. According to my analysis of data obtained during the investigation, thefts from more than 8,600 addresses have been confirmed, and the total number of victims has reached 190 people. At the same time, the actual damage could be significantly higher — taking into account unconfirmed incidents, we are talking about 2,417...
16:44
Ireland's Ministry of Finance has presented the country's first-ever comprehensive strategy aimed at combating money laundering (AML) and terrorist financing (CFT) in the context of the rapidly growing cryptocurrency market. This document marks a systemic shift in regulators' approach to digital assets, which are increasingly being used as a tool for concealing financial flows.
Key measures and their implications for the industry The developed plan introduces a number of mandatory requirements that will significantly change the landscape for market participants...
Ireland tightens crypto regulation: new national strategy to combat money laundering
Ireland's Ministry of Finance has presented the country's first-ever comprehensive strategy aimed at combating money laundering (AML) and terrorist financing (CFT) in the context of the rapidly growing cryptocurrency market. This document marks a systemic shift in regulators' approach to digital assets, which are increasingly being used as a tool for concealing financial flows.Key measures and their implications for the industry The developed plan introduces a number of mandatory requirements that will significantly change the landscape for market participants...
16:42
Riot Platforms, one of the leading players in the Bitcoin mining sector, has taken a decisive step toward expanding its business beyond cryptocurrency extraction. The company has secured project debt financing of up to $573 million, which will be directed toward purchasing equipment and developing a high-tech data center for artificial intelligence needs with a capacity of 191 MW. The facility will be located on the territory of Riot's existing campus in Rockdale, Texas...
Riot Platforms raises $573 million to build an AI campus in Texas: a bet on diversification
Riot Platforms, one of the leading players in the Bitcoin mining sector, has taken a decisive step toward expanding its business beyond cryptocurrency extraction. The company has secured project debt financing of up to $573 million, which will be directed toward purchasing equipment and developing a high-tech data center for artificial intelligence needs with a capacity of 191 MW. The facility will be located on the territory of Riot's existing campus in Rockdale, Texas...
16:41
Galaxy Digital analysts have revised their forecast regarding the prospects for the CLARITY Act's passage in the U.S. Senate in 2026, lowering the probability of approval to 10%. This is a significant drop compared to previous estimates, reflecting the growing complexity of the political landscape surrounding digital asset regulation.
Unresolved disagreements on several critically important provisions remain key obstacles...
Galaxy Digital has sharply lowered its forecast for the chances of the CLARITY Act: only 10% by the end of the session.
Galaxy Digital analysts have revised their forecast regarding the prospects for the CLARITY Act's passage in the U.S. Senate in 2026, lowering the probability of approval to 10%. This is a significant drop compared to previous estimates, reflecting the growing complexity of the political landscape surrounding digital asset regulation.Unresolved disagreements on several critically important provisions remain key obstacles...
16:40
The market is once again witnessing a dangerous trend: the largest financial institutions on Wall Street are enthusiastically returning to building isolated blockchain networks with restricted access. In my assessment, this is a fundamental mistake that not only fragments liquidity but also completely negates the key advantages of distributed ledger technology. Vivek Raman, co-founder and CEO of Etherealize, a company focused on institutional integration of Ethereum, has called this trend nothing less than a "race to the bottom," and I fully share that position...
Wall Street's closed blockchains are a dead end: Etherealize head on the "race to the bottom"
The market is once again witnessing a dangerous trend: the largest financial institutions on Wall Street are enthusiastically returning to building isolated blockchain networks with restricted access. In my assessment, this is a fundamental mistake that not only fragments liquidity but also completely negates the key advantages of distributed ledger technology. Vivek Raman, co-founder and CEO of Etherealize, a company focused on institutional integration of Ethereum, has called this trend nothing less than a "race to the bottom," and I fully share that position...
16:35
Withdrawing funds from crypto exchanges: how not to lose your assets
The question of withdrawing funds from cryptocurrency exchanges is one of the most critical moments in the work of any trader or investor. As an analyst, I constantly emphasize: it is at this stage that users most often encounter losses, blocks, and fraud. Understanding all the nuances of this process is the key to preserving your capital.
Why is withdrawing funds a risk? Exchanges are centralized platforms that store your assets...
Why is withdrawing funds a risk? Exchanges are centralized platforms that store your assets...
16:34
Balance Top-Up: A Key Step in Managing Crypto Assets
When working with digital assets, every market participant sooner or later faces the need to top up their trading account or wallet. This seemingly routine operation requires a careful approach, since the speed of entering a position and the safety of funds depend on its correctness.
The mechanics of the process are usually standard: the user chooses a convenient transfer method — whether it be a bank card, electronic payment systems, or a direct transfer from an external crypto wallet...
The mechanics of the process are usually standard: the user chooses a convenient transfer method — whether it be a bank card, electronic payment systems, or a direct transfer from an external crypto wallet...
16:33
HTX founder Justin Sun has issued an urgent statement aimed at easing tensions surrounding sudden restrictions imposed by Binance. According to him, the blacklist applies exclusively to users in the United Kingdom and the European Union, not to the global client base.
This statement came on Friday evening—just a few hours after Binance officially notified about blocking operations with HTX. The timing is highly telling: Sun is clearly seeking to prevent panic among asset holders on the exchange and stabilize the situation before the critical date—August 23...
Sun refutes the panic: Binance's restrictions against HTX are a targeted strike, not a global blockade.
HTX founder Justin Sun has issued an urgent statement aimed at easing tensions surrounding sudden restrictions imposed by Binance. According to him, the blacklist applies exclusively to users in the United Kingdom and the European Union, not to the global client base.This statement came on Friday evening—just a few hours after Binance officially notified about blocking operations with HTX. The timing is highly telling: Sun is clearly seeking to prevent panic among asset holders on the exchange and stabilize the situation before the critical date—August 23...
16:30
Dual Circuit: How the New Digital Currency Law Divides Russia into Two Payment Worlds
Sending $200 abroad today costs on average 6.4% of the amount, while a classic bank transfer will cost almost 15%. At the same time, the payment message itself reaches the recipient bank in ten minutes. The rest of the time and money goes to post-processing — compliance, reconciliation, and crediting of funds. A telling example: in one month, five different methods were tried to close this gap.
The key event is the law "On Digital Currency and Digital Rights" signed by the President of Russia on August 4...
The key event is the law "On Digital Currency and Digital Rights" signed by the President of Russia on August 4...