26.06.2026
12:45
Why the current bitcoin price on exchanges is an illusion, not reality
The Bitcoin market is experiencing a paradoxical situation: the official exchange rate of the first cryptocurrency may be completely detached from real supply and demand. Analysis of on-chain data and trading structure indicates that we are dealing with a "painted" price, behind which there is no real movement of coins.
Billions in Hibernation and a Tiny Live Market The key factor is the colossal stagnation of supply...
Billions in Hibernation and a Tiny Live Market The key factor is the colossal stagnation of supply...
12:44
On June 26, shares of Japan's bitcoin-focused public investor Metaplanet hit a 52-week low, dropping to around 195 yen. This sharp decline reflects deep market skepticism, despite the company's significant cryptocurrency reserves.
Bitcoin reserves grow, but trust falls According to BitcoinTreasuries data, Metaplanet currently holds 40,177 BTC. In the first quarter of this year alone, the company acquired 5,075 BTC worth approximately $405...
Metaplanet shares have plummeted to a yearly low: what is behind the decline
On June 26, shares of Japan's bitcoin-focused public investor Metaplanet hit a 52-week low, dropping to around 195 yen. This sharp decline reflects deep market skepticism, despite the company's significant cryptocurrency reserves.Bitcoin reserves grow, but trust falls According to BitcoinTreasuries data, Metaplanet currently holds 40,177 BTC. In the first quarter of this year alone, the company acquired 5,075 BTC worth approximately $405...
12:43
In recent days, the crypto community has been shaken by a wave of alarming signals coming from users of the AscendEX exchange (formerly known as BitMax). According to my data, on-chain analyst ZachXBT has confirmed widespread complaints about serious delays in fund withdrawals — waiting times range from several days to several weeks. This is not just a technical glitch, but a systemic issue requiring close attention...
Liquidity issues on AscendEX: ZachXBT records withdrawal delays
In recent days, the crypto community has been shaken by a wave of alarming signals coming from users of the AscendEX exchange (formerly known as BitMax). According to my data, on-chain analyst ZachXBT has confirmed widespread complaints about serious delays in fund withdrawals — waiting times range from several days to several weeks. This is not just a technical glitch, but a systemic issue requiring close attention...
12:42
The internet is transforming: its audience today consists not only of people but also of algorithms. AI models, crawlers, search engines, and autonomous agents actively index, analyze, and repurpose content. The ForkLog Lab project has introduced a new standard that regulates this interaction by creating a specialized machine-readable page for AI systems.
This document, named ForkLog AI Access version 0...
ForkLog Lab is implementing a standard for civilized dialogue between websites and artificial intelligence.
The internet is transforming: its audience today consists not only of people but also of algorithms. AI models, crawlers, search engines, and autonomous agents actively index, analyze, and repurpose content. The ForkLog Lab project has introduced a new standard that regulates this interaction by creating a specialized machine-readable page for AI systems.This document, named ForkLog AI Access version 0...
12:41
The decentralized prediction platform Polymarket has officially confirmed a compromise of its frontend infrastructure through a third-party vendor. Attackers injected a malicious script that affected a subset of users, and according to on-chain analysts, stole approximately $3 million in pUSD tokens. The project's administration has promised to fully compensate all victims for their losses.
Attack Details: Contractor Under Fire The incident was discovered by the Polymarket team during routine monitoring...
Polymarket takes responsibility: full reimbursement of losses after a $3 million hack via a contractor
The decentralized prediction platform Polymarket has officially confirmed a compromise of its frontend infrastructure through a third-party vendor. Attackers injected a malicious script that affected a subset of users, and according to on-chain analysts, stole approximately $3 million in pUSD tokens. The project's administration has promised to fully compensate all victims for their losses.Attack Details: Contractor Under Fire The incident was discovered by the Polymarket team during routine monitoring...
12:40
Crypto custodian BitGo has announced a 15% reduction in its workforce. This decision, made amid dynamic changes in the industry, reflects the company's desire to adapt to new market realities.
Focus on Key Areas BitGo CEO Mike Belshe explained that the staff reduction is part of a strategic business reorientation. The company intends to concentrate efforts on five priority areas: security, trading, stablecoins, settlement operations, and infrastructure for artificial intelligence...
BitGo is undergoing a major restructuring: reducing its workforce by 15%
Crypto custodian BitGo has announced a 15% reduction in its workforce. This decision, made amid dynamic changes in the industry, reflects the company's desire to adapt to new market realities.Focus on Key Areas BitGo CEO Mike Belshe explained that the staff reduction is part of a strategic business reorientation. The company intends to concentrate efforts on five priority areas: security, trading, stablecoins, settlement operations, and infrastructure for artificial intelligence...
12:37
Analysis of the Current Withdrawal Situation: Market Signals and Liquidity Strategies
In recent days, the cryptocurrency market has seen notable activity in terms of withdrawals from centralized exchanges. This phenomenon, which I, as the lead analyst at Cryptalist, monitor with particular attention, indicates a shift in investor behavior. Mass withdrawals of assets from trading platforms typically signal a growing inclination toward long-term holding rather than speculative trading...
12:36
Market Analysis: Key Liquidity Injection Signals and Their Impact on Altcoins
In recent days, the cryptocurrency market has seen a noticeable influx of capital, reflected in significant replenishment of balances among major players and exchange wallets. This process, in my view, is one of the most important indicators of impending volatility.
Analysis of on-chain data shows that the volume of stablecoin deposits on centralized platforms has increased by 12-15% over the past week...
Analysis of on-chain data shows that the volume of stablecoin deposits on centralized platforms has increased by 12-15% over the past week...
12:34
The XRP market is at a critical juncture. The asset's price has approached the last significant support level around $1.04, and, more alarmingly, the weekly Relative Strength Index (RSI) has broken below an ascending support line that extended into oversold territory. We have not observed such a scenario since 2022.
At the time of analysis, XRP is trading near the $1.04 mark, approximately 3...
XRP loses its last support: weekly RSI enters oversold territory for the first time since 2022
The XRP market is at a critical juncture. The asset's price has approached the last significant support level around $1.04, and, more alarmingly, the weekly Relative Strength Index (RSI) has broken below an ascending support line that extended into oversold territory. We have not observed such a scenario since 2022.At the time of analysis, XRP is trading near the $1.04 mark, approximately 3...
12:33
The cryptocurrency exchange AscendEX, formerly known as Bitmax, has found itself at the center of a new scandal. Renowned on-chain detective ZachXBT has recorded mass user complaints about withdrawal delays lasting from several days to weeks, and in some cases, requests are being completely ignored.
This is not the first warning sign for the platform, founded in 2018 by George (Jin) Cao and Ariel Ling...
AscendEX Under Suspicion: Withdrawal Delays and Alarming Liquidity Signals
The cryptocurrency exchange AscendEX, formerly known as Bitmax, has found itself at the center of a new scandal. Renowned on-chain detective ZachXBT has recorded mass user complaints about withdrawal delays lasting from several days to weeks, and in some cases, requests are being completely ignored.This is not the first warning sign for the platform, founded in 2018 by George (Jin) Cao and Ariel Ling...
12:32
Aave founder Stani Kulechov firmly shut down speculation that the protocol was allegedly preparing for a massive sale of AAVE tokens at a 70% discount to the Kraken exchange. This information, which stirred the crypto community, turned out to be nothing more than a rumor.
The cause for concern was leaked materials mentioning the sale of approximately 15% of the company at a total valuation of $385 million...
Aave is not for sale: Stani Kulechov debunks rumors of a 70% discount for Kraken
Aave founder Stani Kulechov firmly shut down speculation that the protocol was allegedly preparing for a massive sale of AAVE tokens at a 70% discount to the Kraken exchange. This information, which stirred the crypto community, turned out to be nothing more than a rumor.The cause for concern was leaked materials mentioning the sale of approximately 15% of the company at a total valuation of $385 million...
12:31
The Bitcoin market is experiencing one of the longest periods of pressure from institutional investors. Analysis of data from the CryptoQuant platform shows that the Coinbase Premium index — a key indicator of sentiment among major players — has not entered positive territory since May 15. This means that for about 40 days, professional traders and institutions have been consistently selling the asset...
Institutional pressure on Bitcoin: Coinbase Premium turns negative for 40 days
The Bitcoin market is experiencing one of the longest periods of pressure from institutional investors. Analysis of data from the CryptoQuant platform shows that the Coinbase Premium index — a key indicator of sentiment among major players — has not entered positive territory since May 15. This means that for about 40 days, professional traders and institutions have been consistently selling the asset...
12:30
A landmark statement was made at the plenary session of the Russia-Belarus Regions Forum. Federation Council Chairwoman Valentina Matvienko proposed scaling up successful regional practices of the two countries in the areas of governance, regulatory framework, and personnel training. The key goal is to create a unified digital space between Moscow and Minsk.
From Experience Sharing to Technological Integration According to Matvienko, this is not just about implementing "smart" technologies...
Russia and Belarus: a course toward a unified digital space — what does this mean for the crypto industry?
A landmark statement was made at the plenary session of the Russia-Belarus Regions Forum. Federation Council Chairwoman Valentina Matvienko proposed scaling up successful regional practices of the two countries in the areas of governance, regulatory framework, and personnel training. The key goal is to create a unified digital space between Moscow and Minsk.From Experience Sharing to Technological Integration According to Matvienko, this is not just about implementing "smart" technologies...
12:29
Metaplanet shares have plunged to a yearly low: what is behind the decline amid growing BTC reserves
Japanese investment company Metaplanet, known for its aggressive bitcoin accumulation strategy, has faced significant pressure in the stock market. On June 26, the company's shares plummeted to a 52-week low, reaching around 195 yen per share. This sharp decline occurs against the backdrop of Metaplanet holding an impressive portfolio of 40,177 BTC, according to my data.
The paradox of the situation is clear: despite a substantial increase in bitcoin reserves in the first quarter (the company acquired 5,075 BTC for approximately $405...
The paradox of the situation is clear: despite a substantial increase in bitcoin reserves in the first quarter (the company acquired 5,075 BTC for approximately $405...
12:28
Tensions around centralized platforms are once again escalating in the cryptocurrency market. This time, the spotlight is on the AscendEX exchange, formerly known as BitMax. According to the latest on-chain analysis data, users are massively complaining about serious delays in withdrawing funds—ranging from several days to several weeks.
My analysis of AscendEX's hot wallets, conducted using Arkham and TRM tools, has revealed an alarming picture: the exchange's balances show a critical shortage of key assets, including Ethereum (ETH), Tether (USDT), and Solana (SOL)...
AscendEX Under Suspicion: On-Chain Analyst Identifies Liquidity Issues and Withdrawal Delays
Tensions around centralized platforms are once again escalating in the cryptocurrency market. This time, the spotlight is on the AscendEX exchange, formerly known as BitMax. According to the latest on-chain analysis data, users are massively complaining about serious delays in withdrawing funds—ranging from several days to several weeks.My analysis of AscendEX's hot wallets, conducted using Arkham and TRM tools, has revealed an alarming picture: the exchange's balances show a critical shortage of key assets, including Ethereum (ETH), Tether (USDT), and Solana (SOL)...
12:27
The digital media and knowledge ecosystem is transitioning to a new level of content access regulation. The ForkLog Lab project has announced the implementation of a specialized machine-readable page designed for interaction with artificial intelligence, language models, search crawlers, and autonomous agents. The first integrator is ForkLog magazine.
The key premise of this step is obvious: the internet today is read not only by humans...
ForkLog Lab implements a standard for website interaction with AI: new rules for machine access
The digital media and knowledge ecosystem is transitioning to a new level of content access regulation. The ForkLog Lab project has announced the implementation of a specialized machine-readable page designed for interaction with artificial intelligence, language models, search crawlers, and autonomous agents. The first integrator is ForkLog magazine.The key premise of this step is obvious: the internet today is read not only by humans...
12:26
Polymarket takes responsibility: full refund after a $3 million attack through a contractor
Polymarket prediction market has officially confirmed a compromise of its infrastructure through a third-party vendor and has pledged to fully compensate affected users for their losses. According to on-chain analysts, the attackers managed to withdraw assets worth approximately $3 million.
Incident Details The attack was detected on the morning of June 25, 2026. It was discovered that a malicious script was injected into the platform's frontend for some users through a compromised third-party contractor...
Incident Details The attack was detected on the morning of June 25, 2026. It was discovered that a malicious script was injected into the platform's frontend for some users through a compromised third-party contractor...
12:25
Crypto custody giant BitGo has announced a 15% reduction in its workforce. This decision is not just another wave of layoffs in the industry, but a clear signal of a deep restructuring of the company's business model in response to changing market realities.
Why This Is Happening BitGo CEO Mike Belshe explained that the cuts are driven by the need to adapt to the new ecosystem. The company is abandoning resource dispersion and focusing on five key areas: security, trading, stablecoins, settlement operations, and infrastructure for artificial intelligence...
BitGo is undergoing a major restructuring: cutting 15% of its staff and shifting priorities.
Crypto custody giant BitGo has announced a 15% reduction in its workforce. This decision is not just another wave of layoffs in the industry, but a clear signal of a deep restructuring of the company's business model in response to changing market realities.Why This Is Happening BitGo CEO Mike Belshe explained that the cuts are driven by the need to adapt to the new ecosystem. The company is abandoning resource dispersion and focusing on five key areas: security, trading, stablecoins, settlement operations, and infrastructure for artificial intelligence...
12:22
Market Analysis: Mass Withdrawal of Funds Signals a Shift in Investor Sentiment
Over the past 24 hours, the cryptocurrency market has recorded a significant outflow of liquidity. Data from on-chain indicators show a sharp increase in withdrawal volumes from centralized exchanges, which is traditionally interpreted as a sign of investors shifting to a "cold storage" strategy and long-term asset holding.
Analysis of on-chain metrics indicates that during the active withdrawal period, large holders (whales) prefer to move coins to non-custodial wallets...
Analysis of on-chain metrics indicates that during the active withdrawal period, large holders (whales) prefer to move coins to non-custodial wallets...
12:21
Key aspects and strategies for replenishing a cryptocurrency balance
In the world of cryptocurrencies, liquidity management and timely balance replenishment are fundamental operations without which effective trading and participation in DeFi protocols are impossible. As an analyst at Cryptalist, I observe daily how even experienced investors make mistakes at the stage of depositing funds, leading to losses of time and fees.
Main Replenishment Methods Today, there are three main ways to top up your cryptocurrency balance: bank transfer (SEPA/SWIFT), P2P trading, and cryptocurrency deposit from an external wallet...
Main Replenishment Methods Today, there are three main ways to top up your cryptocurrency balance: bank transfer (SEPA/SWIFT), P2P trading, and cryptocurrency deposit from an external wallet...
12:20
The XRP market is experiencing a critical moment. The asset's price has quietly but steadily broken through the key support zone around $1.04, and the weekly Relative Strength Index (RSI) is now entering oversold territory. The last time we saw this was in 2022, which in itself is a powerful bearish signal.
At the time of analysis, XRP is trading around the $1.04 mark. This is 3.7% lower than 24 hours ago and more than 11% down from last week's levels...
XRP loses its last bastion: breakout below $1.17 and an RSI signal not seen since 2022
The XRP market is experiencing a critical moment. The asset's price has quietly but steadily broken through the key support zone around $1.04, and the weekly Relative Strength Index (RSI) is now entering oversold territory. The last time we saw this was in 2022, which in itself is a powerful bearish signal.At the time of analysis, XRP is trading around the $1.04 mark. This is 3.7% lower than 24 hours ago and more than 11% down from last week's levels...
12:19
Renowned on-chain detective ZachXBT has raised the alarm regarding the state of the AscendEX exchange (formerly Bitmax). According to his data, the platform is facing a wave of user complaints about withdrawal delays lasting days or even weeks, and in some cases, requests are being completely ignored. This is a classic symptom of liquidity problems, which in the cryptocurrency world often precedes more serious consequences...
Alarming signal from ZachXBT: Is AscendEX experiencing a liquidity crisis?
Renowned on-chain detective ZachXBT has raised the alarm regarding the state of the AscendEX exchange (formerly Bitmax). According to his data, the platform is facing a wave of user complaints about withdrawal delays lasting days or even weeks, and in some cases, requests are being completely ignored. This is a classic symptom of liquidity problems, which in the cryptocurrency world often precedes more serious consequences...
12:18
Rumors of a 70% discount on AAVE shattered by the founder's firm stance: Cryptalist analysis
This week, the crypto community was stirred by a wave of rumors about an allegedly impending massive sale of AAVE tokens at a 70% discount to the Kraken exchange. The protocol's founder, Stani Kulechov, immediately and categorically denied these insinuations, calling them an incorrect interpretation of actual negotiations.
Let's break down what actually happened. The leaked materials mentioned the sale of approximately a 15% stake in Aave Labs — the division responsible for developing and maintaining the protocol...
Let's break down what actually happened. The leaked materials mentioned the sale of approximately a 15% stake in Aave Labs — the division responsible for developing and maintaining the protocol...
12:16
The Bitcoin market is experiencing one of the longest periods of pressure from major players. Analysis of data from key exchanges shows that the Coinbase Premium index — the difference in BTC price between Coinbase Advanced and Binance — has not entered positive territory for about 40 days, starting from May 15. This is a worrying signal for anyone tracking institutional investor sentiment.
Coinbase Advanced traditionally serves professional and institutional clients, while Binance remains the main platform for retail traders...
Institutional pressure on Bitcoin: Coinbase Premium turns negative for 40 days
The Bitcoin market is experiencing one of the longest periods of pressure from major players. Analysis of data from key exchanges shows that the Coinbase Premium index — the difference in BTC price between Coinbase Advanced and Binance — has not entered positive territory for about 40 days, starting from May 15. This is a worrying signal for anyone tracking institutional investor sentiment.Coinbase Advanced traditionally serves professional and institutional clients, while Binance remains the main platform for retail traders...
12:15
Chairwoman of the Federation Council Valentina Matviyenko proposed the formation of a unified digital space between Russia and Belarus. At the plenary session of the Forum of Regions of the two countries, she emphasized that successful practices in the areas of governance, regulatory framework, and personnel training should not merely be acknowledged, but purposefully scaled and adapted for joint use...
Unified Digital Space of Russia and Belarus: A New Vector of Integration
Chairwoman of the Federation Council Valentina Matviyenko proposed the formation of a unified digital space between Russia and Belarus. At the plenary session of the Forum of Regions of the two countries, she emphasized that successful practices in the areas of governance, regulatory framework, and personnel training should not merely be acknowledged, but purposefully scaled and adapted for joint use...
12:14
Metaplanet shares have fallen to a yearly low: what is behind the decline?
Shares of Japanese bitcoin holder Metaplanet hit a 52-week low on June 26, dropping to around 195 yen per share. This sharp decline reflects market skepticism, despite the company's substantial bitcoin reserves.
According to data from the tracker BitcoinTreasuries, Metaplanet holds 40,177 BTC. In the first quarter of 2024, the company acquired 5,075 BTC for approximately $405.5 million, with an average purchase price of $79,898 per coin...
According to data from the tracker BitcoinTreasuries, Metaplanet holds 40,177 BTC. In the first quarter of 2024, the company acquired 5,075 BTC for approximately $405.5 million, with an average purchase price of $79,898 per coin...
12:13
On-chain analyst ZachXBT has identified serious issues with fund withdrawals on the AscendEX cryptocurrency exchange. According to his data, users are massively complaining about delays ranging from several days to several weeks.
By checking the platform's known hot wallets through Arkham and TRM Labs tools, ZachXBT discovered a critical shortage of key assets, including Ethereum (ETH), Tether (USDT), and Solana (SOL)...
ZachXBT records massive withdrawal delays from AscendEX: signs of liquidity deficit
On-chain analyst ZachXBT has identified serious issues with fund withdrawals on the AscendEX cryptocurrency exchange. According to his data, users are massively complaining about delays ranging from several days to several weeks.By checking the platform's known hot wallets through Arkham and TRM Labs tools, ZachXBT discovered a critical shortage of key assets, including Ethereum (ETH), Tether (USDT), and Solana (SOL)...
12:12
The world has changed: the internet is now read not only by people but also by algorithms. AI models, crawlers, and autonomous agents actively index content, using it for training and summarization. However, until now, there was no clear regulation defining exactly how machines can interact with public data. The ForkLog Lab project solved this problem by introducing an innovative standard — a machine-readable page that sets rules for AI systems...
New Standard for Website Interaction with AI: ForkLog Lab Sets the Rules of the Game
The world has changed: the internet is now read not only by people but also by algorithms. AI models, crawlers, and autonomous agents actively index content, using it for training and summarization. However, until now, there was no clear regulation defining exactly how machines can interact with public data. The ForkLog Lab project solved this problem by introducing an innovative standard — a machine-readable page that sets rules for AI systems...
12:11
The decentralized prediction market platform Polymarket has officially announced full reimbursement of funds to affected users following a recent attack that impacted the client-side of the website. The incident occurred due to the compromise of a third-party contractor, which allowed attackers to inject a malicious script into the interface for some visitors. According to on-chain analysts, the damage amounted to approximately $3 million...
Polymarket takes responsibility: full reimbursement of losses after hack through contractor
The decentralized prediction market platform Polymarket has officially announced full reimbursement of funds to affected users following a recent attack that impacted the client-side of the website. The incident occurred due to the compromise of a third-party contractor, which allowed attackers to inject a malicious script into the interface for some visitors. According to on-chain analysts, the damage amounted to approximately $3 million...
12:10
BitGo lays off 15% of its team — restructuring to adapt to new market realities
Major crypto custodian BitGo has announced a 15% reduction in its workforce. The decision comes amid fundamental changes in the industry, which, in my opinion, reflect a general trend toward consolidation and optimization in the digital asset sector.
Company CEO Mike Belshe explained that BitGo is refocusing its operations on key areas: security, trading, stablecoins, settlement operations, and infrastructure for artificial intelligence...
Company CEO Mike Belshe explained that BitGo is refocusing its operations on key areas: security, trading, stablecoins, settlement operations, and infrastructure for artificial intelligence...