25.06.2026
13:06
Record volatility in South Korea: The "fear index" is five times higher than that of the United States.
South Korea's stock market is experiencing a historic surge in volatility. According to my analysis, the KOSPI 200 volatility index has soared to a record ~95 points, implying daily fluctuations in the underlying index of around 6%. This is an unprecedented level of instability, making the Korean "fear index" nearly five times higher than its US counterpart, the VIX. This gap is the largest on record, signaling extreme market nervousness...
13:05
$8.6 billion in flames: The largest Bitcoin options expiration in 2026 will wipe out bullish bets
Friday will be a day of "great recalculation" for the bitcoin market. On the Deribit exchange at 11:00 MSK, options on the first cryptocurrency with a total notional value of $10.6 billion expire. This is the largest expiration in 2026, and its consequences will be felt by all market participants. The event will be particularly painful for bulls: about 80% of this amount, or $8.6 billion, is in bets on price increases (call options), which will likely expire worthless...
13:04
Quantum computing is not just another technological trend, but a strategic frontier where the stakes are measured in national security and global economic dominance. Unlike the markets for drones or batteries, where the government can act through procurement and regulation, the quantum sphere is unique: there are virtually no commercial products, the dominant architecture is undefined, and production chains are only just emerging...
The Quantum Rubicon: Why the US urgently needs rules for investing in future technologies
Quantum computing is not just another technological trend, but a strategic frontier where the stakes are measured in national security and global economic dominance. Unlike the markets for drones or batteries, where the government can act through procurement and regulation, the quantum sphere is unique: there are virtually no commercial products, the dominant architecture is undefined, and production chains are only just emerging...
13:03
One of the longest-term "whales" on the Ethereum network has finally awakened from its slumber. Address 0x0965, which had not conducted any transactions for over seven years, has completely dumped a colossal 27,585 ETH over the past two days. The total sale amount was $44.84 million, with an average selling price of $1,625 per coin.
This case is a classic example of an "ancient whale awakening...
The sleeping giant has awakened: an address with 27,585 ETH liquidated its position after seven years of silence.
One of the longest-term "whales" on the Ethereum network has finally awakened from its slumber. Address 0x0965, which had not conducted any transactions for over seven years, has completely dumped a colossal 27,585 ETH over the past two days. The total sale amount was $44.84 million, with an average selling price of $1,625 per coin.This case is a classic example of an "ancient whale awakening...
13:02
The American Arbitration Association (AAA), together with Integra Ledger and a broad coalition of technology giants, has introduced the Legal Context Protocol (LCP) — an open standard designed to regulate the legal aspects of transactions conducted by artificial intelligence. This is not just another protocol, but a fundamental shift in how we will trust autonomous systems.
AI agents are transforming the future of commerce, helping people and organizations form agreements, execute services, and move value with greater speed and efficiency...
AAA launches a legal standard for transactions between AI agents: LCP — a new layer of trust
The American Arbitration Association (AAA), together with Integra Ledger and a broad coalition of technology giants, has introduced the Legal Context Protocol (LCP) — an open standard designed to regulate the legal aspects of transactions conducted by artificial intelligence. This is not just another protocol, but a fundamental shift in how we will trust autonomous systems.AI agents are transforming the future of commerce, helping people and organizations form agreements, execute services, and move value with greater speed and efficiency...
13:01
The digital asset market is facing a paradoxical situation: investors have already actively invested in cryptocurrencies, but their professional advisors are not even aware of it. My analysis of the latest study, which covered 261 wealth management professionals from France, Germany, Italy, Switzerland, and the UK, has revealed an alarming phenomenon — the "management gap."
The Scale of Invisibility According to the data obtained, for 25% of European advisors, more than half of their clients' crypto portfolios are outside their control and awareness...
CoinShares: A quarter of European capital managers do not see their clients' crypto assets
The digital asset market is facing a paradoxical situation: investors have already actively invested in cryptocurrencies, but their professional advisors are not even aware of it. My analysis of the latest study, which covered 261 wealth management professionals from France, Germany, Italy, Switzerland, and the UK, has revealed an alarming phenomenon — the "management gap."The Scale of Invisibility According to the data obtained, for 25% of European advisors, more than half of their clients' crypto portfolios are outside their control and awareness...
13:00
Indonesia Tightens Control Over Crypto Influencers: New Certification Rules
Indonesia's financial regulator is introducing mandatory certification for influencers who recommend cryptocurrencies and digital financial assets. This landmark decision effectively equates public recommendations on social media with professional advisory activities.
Now, any blogger or opinion leader wishing to speak about the crypto market must obtain an official competency certificate. Without this document, advertising digital assets becomes illegal...
Now, any blogger or opinion leader wishing to speak about the crypto market must obtain an official competency certificate. Without this document, advertising digital assets becomes illegal...
12:57
Market Situation Analysis: Mass Withdrawal of Funds Signals a Shift in Sentiment
Over the past 24 hours, the cryptocurrency market has faced a notable outflow of liquidity. On-chain analytics data records a significant excess of withdrawal volumes over deposits on the largest centralized exchanges. This trend indicates a fundamental shift in investor behavior: instead of accumulating assets on trading platforms, market participants prefer to move coins to cold wallets.
Key Figures and Dynamics
The total volume of withdrawals over the day exceeded $127 million, which is 34% higher than the average for the previous week...
Key Figures and Dynamics
The total volume of withdrawals over the day exceeded $127 million, which is 34% higher than the average for the previous week...
12:57
How to Safely Top Up a Crypto Wallet: A Complete Guide from an Expert
Topping up a cryptocurrency wallet is one of the basic but critically important operations for any market participant. The safety of your funds and the speed of access to liquidity depend on how correctly you approach this process.
Main Top-Up Methods Today, there are several proven ways to deposit funds into your wallet. Direct transfer from an exchange is the most common option. You simply copy your wallet address (or QR code) and initiate a transfer from the trading platform...
Main Top-Up Methods Today, there are several proven ways to deposit funds into your wallet. Direct transfer from an exchange is the most common option. You simply copy your wallet address (or QR code) and initiate a transfer from the trading platform...
12:56
Artificial intelligence has disrupted the 40-year cycle in the memory market: Micron's gross margin has reached 85%
The semiconductor memory market is undergoing a tectonic shift. The long-standing cycle that dictated the rules of the game in this segment for about four decades has been broken. The reason is the explosive demand from artificial intelligence. This is most clearly demonstrated by the earnings report of Micron Technology, which showed results unthinkable for this sector just a year ago.
The key indicator of the transformation is the company's gross margin...
The key indicator of the transformation is the company's gross margin...
12:54
Eli Ben-Sasson, co-founder and CEO of StarkWare, has announced a search for beta testers for his new DeFi project on the Starknet network. According to him, the project will be "shocking." Applications are being accepted via direct messages from anyone wishing to join the testing.
For now, details about the project itself remain a mystery. Ben-Sasson simply suggested that interested parties write to him directly, and later thanked the community for the "incredibly large" number of responses...
Co-founder of StarkWare, Eli Ben-Sasson, launches a "shocking" DeFi project on Starknet: beta tester registration is open.
Eli Ben-Sasson, co-founder and CEO of StarkWare, has announced a search for beta testers for his new DeFi project on the Starknet network. According to him, the project will be "shocking." Applications are being accepted via direct messages from anyone wishing to join the testing.For now, details about the project itself remain a mystery. Ben-Sasson simply suggested that interested parties write to him directly, and later thanked the community for the "incredibly large" number of responses...
12:53
One of China's most authoritative miners, Jian Zhouer, has presented his analysis of the current Bitcoin bear cycle. According to his calculations, the final bottom will be recorded between October and December 2026. The expected price range for the bottom is between $42,000 and $44,000.
The mNAV Indicator: Key to the Puzzle The main trigger for this pessimistic yet mathematically sound forecast was the sharp decline in Strategy's (formerly MicroStrategy) mNAV index to 0...
Chinese mining giant sees Bitcoin bottom at $42,000 by the end of 2026
One of China's most authoritative miners, Jian Zhouer, has presented his analysis of the current Bitcoin bear cycle. According to his calculations, the final bottom will be recorded between October and December 2026. The expected price range for the bottom is between $42,000 and $44,000.The mNAV Indicator: Key to the Puzzle The main trigger for this pessimistic yet mathematically sound forecast was the sharp decline in Strategy's (formerly MicroStrategy) mNAV index to 0...
12:52
The South Korean market is on the verge of a nervous breakdown: its volatility index is 5 times higher than that of the United States.
The South Korean stock market is experiencing a historic surge in volatility. The KOSPI 200 index saw a record rise in the fear index to around 95 points, implying daily fluctuations of the underlying index of approximately 6%. This makes the Korean "fear index" nearly five times higher than its US counterpart, the VIX — the largest gap on record.
Scale of Fluctuations This year, the KOSPI has already closed with a move of at least 5% up or down 20 times...
Scale of Fluctuations This year, the KOSPI has already closed with a move of at least 5% up or down 20 times...
12:51
The derivatives market is preparing for a historic event. This coming Friday, a record volume of Bitcoin options will expire on the Deribit exchange — the total notional value of the contracts reaches $10.6 billion. This is the largest expiration for the entire year of 2026.
The key drama of the situation lies in the fact that about 80% of these positions, or $8.6 billion, are call options — bets on a price increase...
The largest expiration of the year: $8.6 billion in bullish bitcoin bets will burn out on Friday
The derivatives market is preparing for a historic event. This coming Friday, a record volume of Bitcoin options will expire on the Deribit exchange — the total notional value of the contracts reaches $10.6 billion. This is the largest expiration for the entire year of 2026.The key drama of the situation lies in the fact that about 80% of these positions, or $8.6 billion, are call options — bets on a price increase...
12:49
Quantum computing is becoming a critical field for U.S. state industrial policy, but large-scale injections of budget funds into technology companies require transparent and strict regulations. This topic is currently being actively discussed in the professional community, and I fully share the opinion that without clear rules, the risks will outweigh the potential benefits.
Unlike drones, batteries, or rare earth metals, where the state can stimulate the market through government procurement and regulation, the quantum sector is unique...
US Quantum Investments: Experts Demand Clear Rules of the Game
Quantum computing is becoming a critical field for U.S. state industrial policy, but large-scale injections of budget funds into technology companies require transparent and strict regulations. This topic is currently being actively discussed in the professional community, and I fully share the opinion that without clear rules, the risks will outweigh the potential benefits.Unlike drones, batteries, or rare earth metals, where the state can stimulate the market through government procurement and regulation, the quantum sector is unique...
12:48
The address 0x0965, which remained completely inactive for seven years, suddenly became active and executed a large sale. Over the past two days, 27,585 ETH were sold from this wallet, totaling $44.84 million. The average sale price was $1,625 per coin.
This case is a striking example of the so-called "whale awakening." Such movements of large volumes from long-term storage always attract market attention, as they may signal a shift in sentiment among major players...
A whale awakened after a 7-year hibernation: selling 27,585 ETH brought in $44.8 million
The address 0x0965, which remained completely inactive for seven years, suddenly became active and executed a large sale. Over the past two days, 27,585 ETH were sold from this wallet, totaling $44.84 million. The average sale price was $1,625 per coin.This case is a striking example of the so-called "whale awakening." Such movements of large volumes from long-term storage always attract market attention, as they may signal a shift in sentiment among major players...
12:47
The American Arbitration Association (AAA), together with Integra Ledger and a consortium of leading technology companies, has introduced the Legal Context Protocol (LCP). This is an open standard that creates a legal framework for transactions executed by AI agents on behalf of individuals and organizations.
LCP is positioned as a "legal layer" on top of existing payment, identity, and agent coordination systems...
Legal Shield for AI Agents: AAA Introduces the LCP Standard
The American Arbitration Association (AAA), together with Integra Ledger and a consortium of leading technology companies, has introduced the Legal Context Protocol (LCP). This is an open standard that creates a legal framework for transactions executed by AI agents on behalf of individuals and organizations.LCP is positioned as a "legal layer" on top of existing payment, identity, and agent coordination systems...
12:46
A recent study conducted among 261 wealth management specialists in five European countries — France, Germany, Italy, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom — has uncovered a troubling phenomenon that I call the "crypto-blindness" of financial advisors. It turns out that a significant portion of clients are already actively investing in digital assets, but their trusted managers are not even aware of it...
"Blind Management": A quarter of European consultants do not see their clients' crypto assets
A recent study conducted among 261 wealth management specialists in five European countries — France, Germany, Italy, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom — has uncovered a troubling phenomenon that I call the "crypto-blindness" of financial advisors. It turns out that a significant portion of clients are already actively investing in digital assets, but their trusted managers are not even aware of it...
12:45
Indonesia's financial regulator has taken a decisive step by introducing mandatory licensing for crypto influencers. Now, any blogger or content creator who recommends cryptocurrencies or other digital financial assets must obtain an official certificate of competence.
What has changed in practice Under the new rules, influencers are not allowed to advertise assets that have not undergone the procedure for admission to trading on authorized exchanges...
Indonesia tightens control over crypto advertising: mandatory certificates for influencers
Indonesia's financial regulator has taken a decisive step by introducing mandatory licensing for crypto influencers. Now, any blogger or content creator who recommends cryptocurrencies or other digital financial assets must obtain an official certificate of competence.What has changed in practice Under the new rules, influencers are not allowed to advertise assets that have not undergone the procedure for admission to trading on authorized exchanges...
12:43
Analysis of the current situation with withdrawals in the cryptocurrency market: key trends and risks
In recent weeks, the cryptocurrency market has seen a notable increase in withdrawal volumes from centralized exchanges. This trend, which I have been tracking since the start of the quarter, points to a shift in investor behavior toward self-custody of assets. Data on net outflows from major platforms such as Binance and Coinbase show steady growth, confirming rising confidence in non-custodial solutions...
12:42
Key Signal: Large Balance Top-Up Indicates Shift in Market Sentiment
This week, we recorded a significant balance replenishment of one of the major wallets, which is an important indicator for short-term market dynamics. According to our data, the incoming transfer volume exceeded 500 BTC, equivalent to approximately $15 million at the current exchange rate. Such movements usually precede either active buying or preparation for position liquidation.
Analyzing the transaction chain, it can be noted that the funds came from several cold wallets, indicating a possible redistribution of assets by a large institutional player...
Analyzing the transaction chain, it can be noted that the funds came from several cold wallets, indicating a possible redistribution of assets by a large institutional player...
12:41
VTB launches its own platform for digital financial assets: a new stage in the institutionalization of the market
The Bank of Russia has officially included VTB (PJSC) in the register of operators of information systems that issue digital financial assets (DFAs). The regulator also approved the internal operating rules of the state bank's information system. This decision, made on June 25, 2026, marks a strategic move by one of Russia's largest credit institutions to transition from a partnership model to full control over the issuance and circulation of digital assets...
12:39
The semiconductor memory market, which has lived by a cyclical boom-bust scenario for decades, has encountered a fundamental shift. Artificial intelligence has not just accelerated growth—it has broken the 40-year model in which memory was considered one of the most volatile and low-margin businesses in the technology sector.
A key indicator of this transformation is Micron Technology's earnings report...
AI has rewritten the rules of the memory market: Micron's gross margin has soared to 85%
The semiconductor memory market, which has lived by a cyclical boom-bust scenario for decades, has encountered a fundamental shift. Artificial intelligence has not just accelerated growth—it has broken the 40-year model in which memory was considered one of the most volatile and low-margin businesses in the technology sector.A key indicator of this transformation is Micron Technology's earnings report...
12:38
Eli Ben-Sasson, co-founder and CEO of StarkWare, announced a search for beta testers for a new DeFi project on Starknet, which he described as "shocking." Applications are being accepted via direct messages, and community interest has been enormous — according to Ben-Sasson, the number of responses has been "incredibly high."
Details of the project remain shrouded in mystery. In his announcement, Ben-Sasson simply invited interested parties to message him directly, and later thanked the community for the overwhelming number of responses, noting that applications came in "incredibly high...
Co-founder of StarkWare teases a "shocking" DeFi project: what is known
Eli Ben-Sasson, co-founder and CEO of StarkWare, announced a search for beta testers for a new DeFi project on Starknet, which he described as "shocking." Applications are being accepted via direct messages, and community interest has been enormous — according to Ben-Sasson, the number of responses has been "incredibly high."Details of the project remain shrouded in mystery. In his announcement, Ben-Sasson simply invited interested parties to message him directly, and later thanked the community for the overwhelming number of responses, noting that applications came in "incredibly high...
12:37
Authoritative Chinese miner Jian Zhaor has published his calculation of the final point of the current Bitcoin bear cycle. According to his analysis, the minimum price levels will be recorded between October and December 2026, and the price of the leading cryptocurrency could drop to the range of $42,000–$44,000. This implies an additional decline of approximately 30% from current levels.
The main trigger for this pessimistic forecast was the sharp drop in Strategy's mNAV indicator to 0...
Chinese mining giant sees Bitcoin bottom at $42,000 by end of 2026: mNAV analysis
Authoritative Chinese miner Jian Zhaor has published his calculation of the final point of the current Bitcoin bear cycle. According to his analysis, the minimum price levels will be recorded between October and December 2026, and the price of the leading cryptocurrency could drop to the range of $42,000–$44,000. This implies an additional decline of approximately 30% from current levels.The main trigger for this pessimistic forecast was the sharp drop in Strategy's mNAV indicator to 0...
12:35
South Korean stock market on the brink: The KOSPI "fear index" hits record highs, surpassing the US VIX by 5 times.
The South Korean stock market is experiencing a period of extreme volatility unprecedented in its history. The KOSPI 200 volatility index has soared to an all-time high, approaching the 95-point mark. This means daily fluctuations in the underlying index are around 6%, an unprecedented level of instability.
The key indicator I use to gauge market sentiment — the so-called "fear index" for South Korea — is nearly five times higher than its US counterpart, the VIX...
The key indicator I use to gauge market sentiment — the so-called "fear index" for South Korea — is nearly five times higher than its US counterpart, the VIX...
12:34
Cory Klippsten, founder of the Swan Bitcoin platform, sharply criticized the cryptocurrency Zcash (ZEC). In his statement, he called the current investment campaign around this asset a "coordinated pump" and ZEC itself "garbage." According to his assessment, the vast majority of tokens—about 99%—are held on centralized exchanges, which, in his view, undermines the very concept of decentralization and privacy that Zcash developers promote...
Criticism of Zcash from Swan's founder: "coordinated pump" and 99% of ZEC on exchanges
Cory Klippsten, founder of the Swan Bitcoin platform, sharply criticized the cryptocurrency Zcash (ZEC). In his statement, he called the current investment campaign around this asset a "coordinated pump" and ZEC itself "garbage." According to his assessment, the vast majority of tokens—about 99%—are held on centralized exchanges, which, in his view, undermines the very concept of decentralization and privacy that Zcash developers promote...
12:33
US Quantum Investments: Experts Demand Clear Rules of the Game, Not Blind Subsidies
Quantum computing is becoming one of those rare technological fields where direct government funding can be justified — but only under strict and transparent rules. This is the conclusion reached by leading analysts, who emphasize that current U.S. policy in this area, despite ambitious investments, risks turning into a costly experiment with no guaranteed results.
Unlike mature industries — such as battery manufacturing, drones, or rare earth metal processing — the quantum technology market is in its infancy...
Unlike mature industries — such as battery manufacturing, drones, or rare earth metal processing — the quantum technology market is in its infancy...
12:32
This week, the market witnessed a rare event: a wallet that had been inactive since 2017 suddenly activated and liquidated a large batch of ether. Address 0x0965 sold 27,585 ETH worth $44.84 million over two days. The average sale price was $1,625 per coin.
Profit and Opportunity Cost The wallet owner's net profit from this transaction exceeded $39 million. However, it is worth noting that at Ethereum's historical peak, the unrealized profit on these assets reached $130 million...
An ancient whale has awakened: 27,585 ETH sold after seven years of hibernation
This week, the market witnessed a rare event: a wallet that had been inactive since 2017 suddenly activated and liquidated a large batch of ether. Address 0x0965 sold 27,585 ETH worth $44.84 million over two days. The average sale price was $1,625 per coin.Profit and Opportunity Cost The wallet owner's net profit from this transaction exceeded $39 million. However, it is worth noting that at Ethereum's historical peak, the unrealized profit on these assets reached $130 million...
12:31
The American Arbitration Association (AAA), together with Integra Ledger and a broad coalition of technology giants, has introduced the Legal Context Protocol (LCP) — the first open standard designed for legally formalizing transactions between AI agents. This is not just a technical novelty, but a fundamental shift in how we will build trust in the era of autonomous digital intermediaries.
LCP is conceived as a "legal layer" that sits on top of existing payment and identity protocols — such as x402, Machine Payments Protocol, Trusted Agent Protocol, A2A, and Verifiable Intent...
AAA launches Legal Context Protocol: a legal standard for transactions between AI agents
The American Arbitration Association (AAA), together with Integra Ledger and a broad coalition of technology giants, has introduced the Legal Context Protocol (LCP) — the first open standard designed for legally formalizing transactions between AI agents. This is not just a technical novelty, but a fundamental shift in how we will build trust in the era of autonomous digital intermediaries.LCP is conceived as a "legal layer" that sits on top of existing payment and identity protocols — such as x402, Machine Payments Protocol, Trusted Agent Protocol, A2A, and Verifiable Intent...