15.08.2026
13:26
OpenAI is demonstrating impressive financial momentum: the company's annual revenue run rate has reached $40 billion. This is double the figure management cited at the end of 2025. Such a leap significantly strengthens the company's position ahead of a potential stock market debut, although at the same time there is a notable rotation in senior management.
What's behind the explosive growth Three areas have been the key drivers...
OpenAI accelerates revenue to $40 billion: record pace amid personnel turbulence
OpenAI is demonstrating impressive financial momentum: the company's annual revenue run rate has reached $40 billion. This is double the figure management cited at the end of 2025. Such a leap significantly strengthens the company's position ahead of a potential stock market debut, although at the same time there is a notable rotation in senior management.What's behind the explosive growth Three areas have been the key drivers...
13:25
HTX founder Justin Sun was quick to clarify the situation regarding recent restrictions imposed by Binance. According to him, the block is not global in nature, but affects exclusively users from the United Kingdom and the European Union. This statement came just hours after Binance officially announced adding HTX to its "blacklist."
What exactly did Sun say? On Friday evening, Sun stated that he had already held talks with Binance representatives...
Sun refutes the scale of the block: Binance's restrictions for HTX will only affect the EU and Britain.
HTX founder Justin Sun was quick to clarify the situation regarding recent restrictions imposed by Binance. According to him, the block is not global in nature, but affects exclusively users from the United Kingdom and the European Union. This statement came just hours after Binance officially announced adding HTX to its "blacklist."What exactly did Sun say? On Friday evening, Sun stated that he had already held talks with Binance representatives...
13:24
The digital ruble and cryptocurrency: Russia is building two isolated payment circuits
Russia is officially entering a new era of digital finance, adopting a law that creates two clearly separated payment circuits. Domestically, the digital ruble is mandatory for acceptance; abroad, cryptocurrency circulation is legalized. This is not just a regulatory decision, but a strategic maneuver that fundamentally differs from the approaches of the United States and Europe.
The key bet is placed on the speed and cost of cross-border transfers...
The key bet is placed on the speed and cost of cross-border transfers...
13:22
Russian legislation has taken a historic step by allowing, for the first time, advertising of services provided by legal participants in the crypto market. However, as my analysis of the new regulation shows, this is not a "green light" for the entire industry, but rather a targeted exception to a long-standing ban. Promoting digital assets themselves as an investment tool remains strictly prohibited...
Advertising crypto services in Russia: a new era or a targeted relaxation?
Russian legislation has taken a historic step by allowing, for the first time, advertising of services provided by legal participants in the crypto market. However, as my analysis of the new regulation shows, this is not a "green light" for the entire industry, but rather a targeted exception to a long-standing ban. Promoting digital assets themselves as an investment tool remains strictly prohibited...
13:20
This week, I highlighted five key events shaping the market's trajectory: pressure on crypto companies in Russia, a historic audit of Tether, a critical vulnerability in Solana, a shift in the economic paradigm of AI, and an existential question about Bitcoin's role.
Russian banks tighten compliance Financial institutions in the Russian Federation have begun requiring crypto companies working with USDT to provide confirmation of inclusion in the Central Bank's registry, which in fact does not yet exist...
Tether reserves, pressure on Russian banks, and Bitcoin's identity crisis: key events of the week
This week, I highlighted five key events shaping the market's trajectory: pressure on crypto companies in Russia, a historic audit of Tether, a critical vulnerability in Solana, a shift in the economic paradigm of AI, and an existential question about Bitcoin's role.Russian banks tighten compliance Financial institutions in the Russian Federation have begun requiring crypto companies working with USDT to provide confirmation of inclusion in the Central Bank's registry, which in fact does not yet exist...
13:18
A large-scale attack on Coldcard hardware wallets has resulted in the loss of at least 1,778.84 BTC, equivalent to approximately $112.7 million. According to my analysis of transaction chains, the last confirmed theft was recorded on August 6, and no new incidents have been detected since that date.
Hack Mechanics: An Error in Entropy Generation During the investigation, I managed to contact 190 victims and confirm the theft of funds from more than 8,600 addresses...
Largest theft from hardware wallets: hackers withdrew more than 1700 BTC from Coldcard
A large-scale attack on Coldcard hardware wallets has resulted in the loss of at least 1,778.84 BTC, equivalent to approximately $112.7 million. According to my analysis of transaction chains, the last confirmed theft was recorded on August 6, and no new incidents have been detected since that date.Hack Mechanics: An Error in Entropy Generation During the investigation, I managed to contact 190 victims and confirm the theft of funds from more than 8,600 addresses...
13:17
Ireland tightens crypto regulation: new national strategy against money laundering
Ireland's Ministry of Finance has presented the country's first-ever national strategy to combat money laundering and terrorist financing (AML/CFT). This document marks a systematic approach to regulating the cryptocurrency market, which previously remained in a "gray zone" from a supervisory standpoint.
Key changes for the crypto industry The strategy introduces a number of significant requirements that will directly affect both local and international crypto companies...
Key changes for the crypto industry The strategy introduces a number of significant requirements that will directly affect both local and international crypto companies...
13:16
Major American miner Riot Platforms has entered into a project debt financing agreement totaling up to $573 million. The funds will be directed toward purchasing high-tech equipment and developing a 191 MW data center for artificial intelligence located at the company's site in Rockdale, Texas. This is a step that clearly signals a strategic pivot toward high-margin computing rather than just cryptocurrency mining...
Riot Platforms raises $573 million to build an AI campus in Texas: a bet on diversification
Major American miner Riot Platforms has entered into a project debt financing agreement totaling up to $573 million. The funds will be directed toward purchasing high-tech equipment and developing a 191 MW data center for artificial intelligence located at the company's site in Rockdale, Texas. This is a step that clearly signals a strategic pivot toward high-margin computing rather than just cryptocurrency mining...
13:15
Galaxy Digital analysts have revised their expectations regarding the fate of the CLARITY Act in the U.S. Senate, lowering the probability of its approval in 2026 to 10%. This decision reflects ongoing political disagreements that continue to stall the initiative's progress, despite its importance for regulating the crypto industry.
Two aspects remain key sticking points: first, ethical standards for government officials, which are contentious among lawmakers, and second, provisions related to stablecoin yields...
Galaxy Digital has lowered its forecast for the CLARITY Act: the chances of passage are estimated at only 10%.
Galaxy Digital analysts have revised their expectations regarding the fate of the CLARITY Act in the U.S. Senate, lowering the probability of its approval in 2026 to 10%. This decision reflects ongoing political disagreements that continue to stall the initiative's progress, despite its importance for regulating the crypto industry.Two aspects remain key sticking points: first, ethical standards for government officials, which are contentious among lawmakers, and second, provisions related to stablecoin yields...
13:09
Withdrawing Funds from Crypto Exchanges: Strategies, Risks, and Expert Recommendations
The issue of withdrawing funds from cryptocurrency platforms is one of the most sensitive and critically important stages in the work of any trader or investor. As my many years of practice show, it is here that users most often lose both time and money, encountering delays, fees, and technical limitations.
Main withdrawal methods Today, several key channels for withdrawing funds have emerged on the market...
Main withdrawal methods Today, several key channels for withdrawing funds have emerged on the market...
13:08
How account top-up becomes a new marker of trust in the crypto industry
Lately, I have increasingly observed how a seemingly simple process — funding a trading account — turns into a critical indicator of the entire market's condition. This is not just a technical operation, but a reflection of investor sentiment and their readiness to take active action.
Why this process has become key When I analyze capital flows, I see a direct correlation between the volume of deposits on exchanges and subsequent volatility...
Why this process has become key When I analyze capital flows, I see a direct correlation between the volume of deposits on exchanges and subsequent volatility...
13:06
International stock index provider MSCI (formerly Morgan Stanley Capital International) has launched consultations on a project that could radically reshape the landscape of global investment indices. The proposal concerns excluding so-called "non-operating companies" from the Global Investable Market Indices (GIMI). According to a simulation conducted for May 2026, two companies iconic to the crypto industry are in the crosshairs—Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy) and Japan's Metaplanet...
Strategy under fire: MSCI intends to exclude Strategy and Metaplanet from global indices
International stock index provider MSCI (formerly Morgan Stanley Capital International) has launched consultations on a project that could radically reshape the landscape of global investment indices. The proposal concerns excluding so-called "non-operating companies" from the Global Investable Market Indices (GIMI). According to a simulation conducted for May 2026, two companies iconic to the crypto industry are in the crosshairs—Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy) and Japan's Metaplanet...
13:05
OpenAI is demonstrating impressive financial momentum: the company's annual recurring revenue (ARR) has reached $40 billion. This metric has doubled in just a few months, dramatically shifting the balance of power ahead of a potential public offering.
Such aggressive revenue growth is not just numbers, but a powerful signal for investors assessing the IPO prospects. However, amid this financial triumph, the company faces significant personnel instability, adding intrigue ahead of its stock market debut...
OpenAI accelerates revenue to $40 billion: record pace amid personnel turbulence ahead of IPO
OpenAI is demonstrating impressive financial momentum: the company's annual recurring revenue (ARR) has reached $40 billion. This metric has doubled in just a few months, dramatically shifting the balance of power ahead of a potential public offering.Such aggressive revenue growth is not just numbers, but a powerful signal for investors assessing the IPO prospects. However, amid this financial triumph, the company faces significant personnel instability, adding intrigue ahead of its stock market debut...
13:03
HTX founder Justin Sun rushed to reassure exchange users after Binance added the platform to its blacklist. However, his explanations look ambiguous and raise more questions than answers. According to Sun, the restrictions apply exclusively to Binance clients from the UK and the European Union, and he has already held talks with Binance management on this matter.
Official position: geography or a global ban? The key point here is the discrepancy in wording...
Sun defended HTX: are Binance's restrictions limited to the EU and Britain, or is this just an excuse?
HTX founder Justin Sun rushed to reassure exchange users after Binance added the platform to its blacklist. However, his explanations look ambiguous and raise more questions than answers. According to Sun, the restrictions apply exclusively to Binance clients from the UK and the European Union, and he has already held talks with Binance management on this matter.Official position: geography or a global ban? The key point here is the discrepancy in wording...
13:00
The average cost of sending $200 abroad is 6.4% of the amount, while through a bank this figure reaches nearly 15%. At the same time, the payment order itself reaches the recipient bank within ten minutes. This is evidenced by my analysis of transaction costs, based on data from digital economist Ravil Akhtyamov.
The main costs of time and money are not incurred in transmitting the message, but in the so-called "last mile" — compliance checks, reconciliation, and crediting of funds at the local bank...
The digital ruble and cryptocurrency: Russia is building two isolated payment circuits
The average cost of sending $200 abroad is 6.4% of the amount, while through a bank this figure reaches nearly 15%. At the same time, the payment order itself reaches the recipient bank within ten minutes. This is evidenced by my analysis of transaction costs, based on data from digital economist Ravil Akhtyamov.The main costs of time and money are not incurred in transmitting the message, but in the so-called "last mile" — compliance checks, reconciliation, and crediting of funds at the local bank...
12:58
Russian legislation has taken a landmark, albeit extremely cautious, step toward legalizing the crypto market. The new law for the first time permits advertising of services by licensed crypto market participants, but a direct ban on promoting digital currencies as an investment asset remains in place. This is a fundamental change, but its practical implementation will prove more complex than it seems at first glance...
Crypto advertising in Russia: legalization of services while maintaining the ban on promoting coins
Russian legislation has taken a landmark, albeit extremely cautious, step toward legalizing the crypto market. The new law for the first time permits advertising of services by licensed crypto market participants, but a direct ban on promoting digital currencies as an investment asset remains in place. This is a fundamental change, but its practical implementation will prove more complex than it seems at first glance...
12:56
Imagine a truck driver where the algorithm doesn't just plot the route but controls every movement, fines you for singing, and forbids you from glancing at your phone. In this system of coordinates, the human is not an operator but a peripheral device. This is not dystopia but the daily grind of the modern economy, which writer Cory Doctorow in his new work "The Reverse Centaur's Guide to Life After AI" calls the "reverse centaur problem...
Reverse centaur: how AI turns humans into a biological appendage of the machine
Imagine a truck driver where the algorithm doesn't just plot the route but controls every movement, fines you for singing, and forbids you from glancing at your phone. In this system of coordinates, the human is not an operator but a peripheral device. This is not dystopia but the daily grind of the modern economy, which writer Cory Doctorow in his new work "The Reverse Centaur's Guide to Life After AI" calls the "reverse centaur problem...
12:55
This week, I have highlighted five key events that will determine the further trajectory of the market: pressure from Russian banks on crypto companies, the historic audit of Tether, a critical vulnerability in Solana, a paradigm shift in the AI industry, and the existential crisis of bitcoin as an asset.
Russian banks tighten compliance for crypto businesses Financial institutions in the Russian Federation have begun requiring companies working with USDT to confirm inclusion in the Central Bank registry, which in fact does not yet exist...
Tether reserves, USDT freezes in Russia, and Solana's fragility: key events of the week in the crypto industry
This week, I have highlighted five key events that will determine the further trajectory of the market: pressure from Russian banks on crypto companies, the historic audit of Tether, a critical vulnerability in Solana, a paradigm shift in the AI industry, and the existential crisis of bitcoin as an asset.Russian banks tighten compliance for crypto businesses Financial institutions in the Russian Federation have begun requiring companies working with USDT to confirm inclusion in the Central Bank registry, which in fact does not yet exist...
12:53
A large-scale attack on Coldcard hardware wallets has resulted in losses of at least 1,778.84 BTC — approximately $112.7 million at the current exchange rate. My colleagues at Galaxy Research have confirmed the theft of funds from more than 8,600 addresses, having contacted 190 victims. The actual damage could be significantly higher: if unconfirmed incidents are taken into account, we are talking about 2,417...
Largest blow to self-custody: hackers withdrew 1778 BTC from vulnerable Coldcard hardware wallets
A large-scale attack on Coldcard hardware wallets has resulted in losses of at least 1,778.84 BTC — approximately $112.7 million at the current exchange rate. My colleagues at Galaxy Research have confirmed the theft of funds from more than 8,600 addresses, having contacted 190 victims. The actual damage could be significantly higher: if unconfirmed incidents are taken into account, we are talking about 2,417...
12:51
Ireland's Ministry of Finance has presented the country's first-ever national strategy to combat money laundering and terrorist financing (AML/CFT). This step is not just a formality, but a signal of regulation transitioning to a new level of maturity. The document is directly aimed at the crypto market, which has until now remained a gray area for local authorities.
Key measures: from private wallets to gambling The main focus is on strengthening control over the movement of funds...
Ireland tightens the rules of the game: the first national AML strategy for the crypto industry
Ireland's Ministry of Finance has presented the country's first-ever national strategy to combat money laundering and terrorist financing (AML/CFT). This step is not just a formality, but a signal of regulation transitioning to a new level of maturity. The document is directly aimed at the crypto market, which has until now remained a gray area for local authorities.Key measures: from private wallets to gambling The main focus is on strengthening control over the movement of funds...
12:50
American mining giant Riot Platforms has made a decisive move toward high-performance computing (HPC) and artificial intelligence. The company has closed project debt financing of up to $573 million, which will go toward purchasing equipment and developing a 191 MW data center for AI workloads. The facility is located on the territory of Riot's existing campus in Rockdale, Texas.
The deal structure looks indicative for the market...
Riot Platforms raises $573 million to build an AI campus in Texas: a bet on diversification
American mining giant Riot Platforms has made a decisive move toward high-performance computing (HPC) and artificial intelligence. The company has closed project debt financing of up to $573 million, which will go toward purchasing equipment and developing a 191 MW data center for AI workloads. The facility is located on the territory of Riot's existing campus in Rockdale, Texas.The deal structure looks indicative for the market...
12:47
Withdrawing funds from crypto exchanges: how not to lose digital assets in the pursuit of liquidity
Liquidity management is the cornerstone of successful trading in digital markets. However, when it comes to withdrawing funds from crypto exchanges, many investors, especially beginners, make critical mistakes that can cost them not only time but also a significant portion of their capital. As an analyst, I observe capital flows daily and see that the withdrawal procedure is not just a technical operation but an entire layer of strategic planning...
12:45
How to Safely and Quickly Top Up a Cryptocurrency Account: A Complete Guide from an Expert
Topping up a cryptocurrency account is a process that every user of crypto exchanges and wallets faces. Despite its apparent simplicity, many beginners make mistakes that lead to loss of funds or long delays. In this guide, I will walk you through all the stages — from choosing a method to confirming the transaction — and share professional tips that will help you avoid common pitfalls.
Step 1: Choose a reliable platform and verify your account
Before you top up your account, make sure you are using a licensed exchange with a good reputation. Check for licenses from regulators (for example, FinCEN in the US, FCA in the UK, or CySEC in the EU). Complete identity verification (KYC) in advance — without it, most platforms will not allow you to deposit funds, and if they do, they may block the transaction until you provide documents.
Expert tip: Always enable two-factor authentication (2FA) before making your first deposit. This will protect your account even if your password is compromised.
Step 2: Choose a deposit method
There are several main ways to top up a cryptocurrency account, and each has its own pros and cons:
- Bank card (Visa/Mastercard): The fastest and most convenient method for beginners. Funds are credited instantly, but fees can reach 3–5%.
- Bank transfer (SEPA, SWIFT): Suitable for large amounts. Fees are lower (0–1%), but processing takes from several hours to 3–5 business days.
- Cryptocurrency transfer from another wallet: The most secure and anonymous method. You only pay a network fee (for example, 1–5 USD for Bitcoin or 0.1–1 USD for Ethereum).
- P2P platforms: You buy crypto directly from other users. The rate is often more favorable, but there is a risk of fraud — always use escrow services.
Step 3: Check the network and address
This is the most critical step. When transferring cryptocurrency, always check which network you are using. For example, USDT exists on the TRC-20 (Tron), ERC-20 (Ethereum), and BEP-20 (BNB Chain) networks. If you send funds via the wrong network, they may be lost forever.
Expert tip: Before sending a large amount, make a test transfer of a small sum (for example, 5–10 USD). This will help you verify the correctness of the address and network without risking significant funds.
Step 4: Confirm the transaction and track its status
After sending funds, you will receive a transaction hash (TXID). Save it — you will need it if there are any issues. You can track the status of the transaction on a blockchain explorer (for example, Etherscan for Ethereum or Blockchain.com for Bitcoin).
If the transaction is stuck with the status "unconfirmed" for more than an hour, this may indicate a low network fee. In this case, you can use the "Replace-by-Fee" (RBF) function if your wallet supports it, or wait — the transaction will eventually be processed.
Step 5: What to do if funds have not arrived
If you have completed all the steps but the funds have not been credited to your account, do not panic. Follow this algorithm:
- Check the transaction status on the blockchain explorer — if it is confirmed, the problem is on the exchange's side.
- Contact the exchange's support team and provide the TXID, the sending address, and the exact amount.
- If the transaction is not confirmed, wait — sometimes the network is congested, and processing can take up to 24 hours.
Important: Never send funds to an address without checking it twice. Cryptocurrency transactions are irreversible, and if you make a mistake, it will be impossible to recover the funds.
Conclusion
Topping up a cryptocurrency account is a simple process if you follow the rules. Choose a reliable platform, verify your account in advance, check the network and address, and always make a test transfer. Remember: security comes first. With these tips, you will be able to deposit funds quickly and without unnecessary risk.
Liquidity management is the foundation of successful trading in digital assets. Topping up your account may seem like a routine operation, but this is precisely where most mistakes occur, leading to loss of funds or delays in order execution. I will break down the key aspects of this process, drawing on years of practical experience with exchanges and wallets.
Choosing a method: speed vs. fees Today, there are three main ways to deposit funds: bank transfer, P2P trades, and direct cryptocurrency transactions...
Choosing a method: speed vs. fees Today, there are three main ways to deposit funds: bank transfer, P2P trades, and direct cryptocurrency transactions...
12:44
The largest bitcoin holders among public companies — Strategy and Metaplanet — risk being excluded from the global MSCI indices. The reason is a new consultation proposal aimed at filtering out "non-operating" companies whose business model is built around investments rather than operational activities.
MSCI, one of the leading stock index providers, is considering tightening the selection criteria for components of its global indices (GIMI)...
Strategy on the edge: Strategy and Metaplanet may leave the MSCI indices due to new rules
The largest bitcoin holders among public companies — Strategy and Metaplanet — risk being excluded from the global MSCI indices. The reason is a new consultation proposal aimed at filtering out "non-operating" companies whose business model is built around investments rather than operational activities.MSCI, one of the leading stock index providers, is considering tightening the selection criteria for components of its global indices (GIMI)...
12:42
OpenAI's annual revenue growth rate has reached an impressive $40 billion, doubling the forecasts made just a few months ago. However, amid these financial successes, the company is facing significant personnel instability: key executives are leaving their posts ahead of a potential initial public offering.
Growth drivers: subscriptions, enterprise solutions, and AI agents My analysis shows that three areas have made the main contribution to this explosive growth...
OpenAI accelerates revenue to $40 billion and prepares for IPO: growth amid personnel turbulence
OpenAI's annual revenue growth rate has reached an impressive $40 billion, doubling the forecasts made just a few months ago. However, amid these financial successes, the company is facing significant personnel instability: key executives are leaving their posts ahead of a potential initial public offering.Growth drivers: subscriptions, enterprise solutions, and AI agents My analysis shows that three areas have made the main contribution to this explosive growth...
12:41
HTX founder Justin Sun has rushed to clarify the situation regarding the recent blacklisting by Binance. According to him, the strict measures apply exclusively to users from the United Kingdom and the European Union, not to all exchange clients. This statement came just a few hours after Binance officially notified about the introduction of restrictions on operations with a number of platforms.
Sun's Official Position In his statement, Sun emphasized that HTX does not conduct operational activities in the UK and EU, and therefore the block is not global in nature...
Sun refutes the scale of Binance's block: HTX restrictions only apply to the EU and the UK.
HTX founder Justin Sun has rushed to clarify the situation regarding the recent blacklisting by Binance. According to him, the strict measures apply exclusively to users from the United Kingdom and the European Union, not to all exchange clients. This statement came just a few hours after Binance officially notified about the introduction of restrictions on operations with a number of platforms.Sun's Official Position In his statement, Sun emphasized that HTX does not conduct operational activities in the UK and EU, and therefore the block is not global in nature...
12:39
The digital ruble and cryptocurrency: Russia is building two isolated payment circuits
Russia has officially entered a new era of digital asset regulation, and my analysis shows: this is not just another draft law, but a strategic construction of two completely different payment universes. Domestically — total control through the public digital ruble; beyond its borders — legalized circulation of private crypto assets. Such dualism is found nowhere else in the world.
The essence of the new law and its key dates The law "On Digital Currency and Digital Rights," signed on August 4, comes into force on September 1, 2026...
The essence of the new law and its key dates The law "On Digital Currency and Digital Rights," signed on August 4, comes into force on September 1, 2026...
12:38
Russian legislation is taking a cautious step toward the crypto industry. For the first time in a long while, advertising services related to digital currencies is becoming legal, but with significant caveats. This is not about full liberalization, but rather a targeted exception to the previous comprehensive ban, which fundamentally changes the rules of the game for market participants.
What can be advertised, and what remains prohibited? The key point is that the legislator draws a clear line between promoting cryptocurrency itself as an asset and advertising the services of legal players...
In Russia, advertising of crypto services has been allowed: a new era or a targeted relaxation?
Russian legislation is taking a cautious step toward the crypto industry. For the first time in a long while, advertising services related to digital currencies is becoming legal, but with significant caveats. This is not about full liberalization, but rather a targeted exception to the previous comprehensive ban, which fundamentally changes the rules of the game for market participants.What can be advertised, and what remains prohibited? The key point is that the legislator draws a clear line between promoting cryptocurrency itself as an asset and advertising the services of legal players...
12:36
Reverse centaur: how AI turns humans into a biological appendage of the machine
Imagine a truck driver where artificial intelligence not only plots the route but also fines them for "improper" behavior. This is not a futuristic scenario but the everyday reality of the modern economy. In his new work, "The Reverse Centaur's Guide to Life After AI," writer Cory Doctorow exposes a troubling trend: we are moving from a symbiosis of human and technology to the complete subordination of the human to the algorithm...
12:34
This week, I highlighted five key themes that will shape the trajectory of the crypto industry: pressure from Russian banks on crypto companies, the historic audit of Tether, Solana's near-miss with a network halt, a shift in the economic model in AI, and the fundamental question of bitcoin's role in the global economy.
Russian banks tighten requirements for crypto businesses Russian financial institutions have begun requesting crypto companies to confirm inclusion in a Central Bank registry that does not currently exist...
Tether reserves, banking compliance in Russia, and bitcoin's identity crisis: key events of the week
This week, I highlighted five key themes that will shape the trajectory of the crypto industry: pressure from Russian banks on crypto companies, the historic audit of Tether, Solana's near-miss with a network halt, a shift in the economic model in AI, and the fundamental question of bitcoin's role in the global economy.Russian banks tighten requirements for crypto businesses Russian financial institutions have begun requesting crypto companies to confirm inclusion in a Central Bank registry that does not currently exist...