20.06.2026
10:50
Over the past week, the world of cybersecurity has faced a series of serious incidents directly threatening users' digital assets. From self-spreading USB worms to sophisticated Android trojans, attackers continue to refine their tools. Let's break down the key events.
USB Worm with Total Control One of the most dangerous attack vectors recently is a USB worm that uses hidden Windows shortcuts to steal cryptocurrencies...
Cyber threats of the week: USB worm targets crypto wallets, Android trojan Rokarolla, and a vulnerability in Beats Studio Buds
Over the past week, the world of cybersecurity has faced a series of serious incidents directly threatening users' digital assets. From self-spreading USB worms to sophisticated Android trojans, attackers continue to refine their tools. Let's break down the key events.USB Worm with Total Control One of the most dangerous attack vectors recently is a USB worm that uses hidden Windows shortcuts to steal cryptocurrencies...
10:49
IBM's Nighthawk quantum processor has passed two serious applied tests: simulating the interaction of elementary particles and filtering malicious network traffic. This is not just another "qubit launch" — it is a demonstration of how ready quantum systems already are to solve real-world, not just laboratory, problems.
Elementary Particle Physics: From Theory to Practice In the first experiment, the researchers did not limit themselves to abstract calculations...
IBM's Nighthawk quantum processor has been tested on physics and cybersecurity tasks: first practical results
IBM's Nighthawk quantum processor has passed two serious applied tests: simulating the interaction of elementary particles and filtering malicious network traffic. This is not just another "qubit launch" — it is a demonstration of how ready quantum systems already are to solve real-world, not just laboratory, problems.Elementary Particle Physics: From Theory to Practice In the first experiment, the researchers did not limit themselves to abstract calculations...
10:48
Schwab storms the prediction markets: binary options on the S&P 500 are already on the horizon
The largest U.S. broker Charles Schwab is preparing a breakthrough into the world of prediction markets. In partnership with Cboe Global Markets, the company is launching binary options for its clients tied to the movement of the S&P 500 index. The mechanics are simple and elegant: a "yes/no" payout — the trader receives a fixed amount if their prediction is correct, and loses the stake otherwise.
The launch is expected in the coming months...
The launch is expected in the coming months...
10:46
A $100 million prison startup and a revolt against the EU: how SBF and Tether broke the system
This week, the crypto industry once again found itself at the center of scandals and strategic maneuvers. From the ambitious plans of the convicted FTX founder to Tether's circumvention of European regulations, the market demonstrates that even behind bars and under legal pressure, empires can be built. I, Cryptalist, will break down the key events that will reshape the digital asset landscape.
Sam Bankman-Fried's Ambitions: Prison Startup and Pardon Sam Bankman-Fried, serving a 25-year sentence for the largest financial fraud, is not wasting time...
Sam Bankman-Fried's Ambitions: Prison Startup and Pardon Sam Bankman-Fried, serving a 25-year sentence for the largest financial fraud, is not wasting time...
10:45
The mining ecosystem GoMining is launching a new payment tool on the market — the GoBTC Pay platform. This solution is designed for businesses working with international clients and allows accepting payments in bitcoin with automatic conversion into fiat currencies, stablecoins, or directly into BTC. Essentially, the company is betting on transforming bitcoin from a store of value into a full-fledged settlement instrument, as Satoshi Nakamoto originally intended...
GoMining launches GoBTC Pay: Bitcoin payments for businesses with automatic conversion
The mining ecosystem GoMining is launching a new payment tool on the market — the GoBTC Pay platform. This solution is designed for businesses working with international clients and allows accepting payments in bitcoin with automatic conversion into fiat currencies, stablecoins, or directly into BTC. Essentially, the company is betting on transforming bitcoin from a store of value into a full-fledged settlement instrument, as Satoshi Nakamoto originally intended...
10:43
Market Analysis: How to Recognize Signals for Withdrawing Funds and Protect Capital
In recent weeks, the cryptocurrency market has seen increased activity in withdrawing funds from centralized exchanges. This is not just a technical detail, but an important macroeconomic signal that, as an analyst, I advise every investor to monitor closely.
Mass asset withdrawals often indicate growing distrust of exchanges or a desire by market participants to switch to cold storage. When large holders (whales) and institutional investors move funds to personal wallets, it points to their expectations of volatility or potential liquidity issues on trading platforms...
Mass asset withdrawals often indicate growing distrust of exchanges or a desire by market participants to switch to cold storage. When large holders (whales) and institutional investors move funds to personal wallets, it points to their expectations of volatility or potential liquidity issues on trading platforms...
10:42
Key point for the market: Analysis of the current liquidity inflow
Over the past 24 hours, we have observed a significant replenishment of balances on major centralized exchanges. This process, in my opinion, deserves close attention, as it directly indicates a shift in sentiment among major players — whales and institutional investors.
When we talk about replenishment, it is important to understand that this is not just a technical operation. It is a signal of readiness for active action...
When we talk about replenishment, it is important to understand that this is not just a technical operation. It is a signal of readiness for active action...
10:41
North Korean hackers made contact: CryptoQuant recorded a visit from an IP address in the DPRK.
The analytical platform CryptoQuant has recorded an anomaly: a user visit from an IP address belonging to North Korea. This is not just a routine event, but a signal that deserves close attention from the professional community. In conditions where access to the global network in the DPRK is a privilege for the few, such a visit almost certainly indicates the actions of a state agent, not an ordinary citizen...
10:40
A legislative campaign is gaining momentum in the U.S. to restrict access for members of Congress and their families to prediction markets. Republican Brian Steil, Chairman of the House Committee on House Administration, has introduced the Stop Lawmakers from Predicting Act, which directly prohibits lawmakers, their spouses, and minor children from betting on political events and government decisions through platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket...
Congressmen Against Betting: New Bill Could Block Kalshi and Polymarket for U.S. Lawmakers
A legislative campaign is gaining momentum in the U.S. to restrict access for members of Congress and their families to prediction markets. Republican Brian Steil, Chairman of the House Committee on House Administration, has introduced the Stop Lawmakers from Predicting Act, which directly prohibits lawmakers, their spouses, and minor children from betting on political events and government decisions through platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket...
10:39
Gold is overheated, leverage in the US hits records — bitcoin under double pressure
Markets are sending alarming signals. Several independent studies indicate that traditional safe-haven assets are losing their function, while speculative overload on US exchanges is reaching historical extremes. In this configuration, bitcoin finds itself in a vulnerable position — as a risky asset susceptible to systemic shocks.
Gold: From Safe Haven to Speculative Instrument An analysis of the precious metal's market dynamics shows that its volatility relative to the S&P 500 index has reached a premium of 2...
Gold: From Safe Haven to Speculative Instrument An analysis of the precious metal's market dynamics shows that its volatility relative to the S&P 500 index has reached a premium of 2...
10:38
Demand for Ethereum in Russia is soaring: Analysis of factors and risks
In recent weeks, the Russian crypto market has seen a notable surge in interest in Ethereum (ETH). Search engine data and exchange statistics record a sharp increase in queries, prompting market participants to seek the reasons behind this phenomenon. As an analyst, I consider it important to break down the key drivers and assess how sustainable this trend is.
The most telling signal has been the explosive growth in open interest for Ethereum index futures on the Moscow Exchange...
The most telling signal has been the explosive growth in open interest for Ethereum index futures on the Moscow Exchange...
10:37
Russian retail is on the verge of a tectonic shift. The ability to buy cryptocurrency and digital financial assets (DFAs) directly through banking apps, bypassing third-party exchangers, is no longer a question of "if," but "when." However, as analysis of the expert field shows, the consensus ends with the acknowledgment of this fact—from there, fundamental disagreements on details begin.
What will the retail investor get? The most conservative scenario is voiced by Yaroslav Kabakov from the investment company "Finam...
Russian banks are preparing a crypto revolution: when digital assets will appear in mobile apps
Russian retail is on the verge of a tectonic shift. The ability to buy cryptocurrency and digital financial assets (DFAs) directly through banking apps, bypassing third-party exchangers, is no longer a question of "if," but "when." However, as analysis of the expert field shows, the consensus ends with the acknowledgment of this fact—from there, fundamental disagreements on details begin.What will the retail investor get? The most conservative scenario is voiced by Yaroslav Kabakov from the investment company "Finam...
10:35
This week, the cyber threat landscape has been enriched with several sophisticated attacks targeting the crypto community. From self-propagating USB worms to complex phishing schemes on GitHub, attackers are relentless in their attempts to access digital assets. Let's break down the key incidents.
Cryptoclipper Disguised with Fake Reputation Scammers have launched a large-scale campaign promoting a malicious clipper written in Rust...
Cyber threats of the week: USB worm hunts for crypto wallets, Apple patches a hole in Beats, and a new Android trojan steals seed phrases
This week, the cyber threat landscape has been enriched with several sophisticated attacks targeting the crypto community. From self-propagating USB worms to complex phishing schemes on GitHub, attackers are relentless in their attempts to access digital assets. Let's break down the key incidents.Cryptoclipper Disguised with Fake Reputation Scammers have launched a large-scale campaign promoting a malicious clipper written in Rust...
10:34
The IBM Nighthawk quantum processor, which has been the subject of much industry speculation, has finally demonstrated its capabilities. And not in abstract "qubit multiplication" tests, but in two very specific and practically significant scenarios: modeling the interaction of elementary particles and filtering malicious network traffic. This is no longer just a demonstration of "quantum supremacy"—it is a genuine applied benchmark...
IBM's Nighthawk quantum processor has passed its baptism of fire: particle physics and cybersecurity
The IBM Nighthawk quantum processor, which has been the subject of much industry speculation, has finally demonstrated its capabilities. And not in abstract "qubit multiplication" tests, but in two very specific and practically significant scenarios: modeling the interaction of elementary particles and filtering malicious network traffic. This is no longer just a demonstration of "quantum supremacy"—it is a genuine applied benchmark...
10:33
The largest U.S. broker for retail investors, Charles Schwab, is preparing to make a strategic move into prediction markets by launching binary options with a "yes/no" payout based on the movement of the S&P 500 index, in partnership with Cboe Global Markets. This is Schwab's first entry into this segment, and the launch is expected in the coming months.
What does this mean for the market? Binary options are contracts that pay a fixed amount (typically $100) if a condition is met, and zero if it is not...
Schwab enters the prediction markets: binary options on the S&P 500 from the retail brokerage giant
The largest U.S. broker for retail investors, Charles Schwab, is preparing to make a strategic move into prediction markets by launching binary options with a "yes/no" payout based on the movement of the S&P 500 index, in partnership with Cboe Global Markets. This is Schwab's first entry into this segment, and the launch is expected in the coming months.What does this mean for the market? Binary options are contracts that pay a fixed amount (typically $100) if a condition is met, and zero if it is not...
10:31
This week, the crypto industry once again demonstrates its unique ability to combine absurdity and strategy. While FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried plans a $100 million venture from his prison cell, Tether finds a loophole in the European MiCA regulation, and the US prepares to legislatively bury the digital dollar until 2030. We break down the key events reshaping the market map.
Sam Bankman-Fried's Ambitions: From 25 Years to a Presidential Pardon Sam Bankman-Fried, serving a 25-year sentence for the largest financial fraud, is not wasting time...
A $100 million prison startup, Tether's revolt against MiCA, and the ban on the digital dollar: how the old rules of the game are crumbling
This week, the crypto industry once again demonstrates its unique ability to combine absurdity and strategy. While FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried plans a $100 million venture from his prison cell, Tether finds a loophole in the European MiCA regulation, and the US prepares to legislatively bury the digital dollar until 2030. We break down the key events reshaping the market map.Sam Bankman-Fried's Ambitions: From 25 Years to a Presidential Pardon Sam Bankman-Fried, serving a 25-year sentence for the largest financial fraud, is not wasting time...
10:30
The mining ecosystem GoMining has introduced a payment service GoBTC Pay, aimed at businesses working with international clients. The platform allows companies to accept bitcoin with automatic conversion into fiat currencies or stablecoins, completely relieving them of the burden of managing cryptocurrency infrastructure.
In my assessment, this is an important step toward transforming bitcoin from a speculative asset into a real means of payment...
GoMining launches GoBTC Pay: a new gateway for instant bitcoin settlements
The mining ecosystem GoMining has introduced a payment service GoBTC Pay, aimed at businesses working with international clients. The platform allows companies to accept bitcoin with automatic conversion into fiat currencies or stablecoins, completely relieving them of the burden of managing cryptocurrency infrastructure.In my assessment, this is an important step toward transforming bitcoin from a speculative asset into a real means of payment...
10:28
Market Analysis: Strategies for Withdrawing Funds and Liquidity Management in Cryptocurrencies
The issue of withdrawing funds from cryptocurrency assets continues to be one of the key factors determining investor behavior and market liquidity. As an independent analyst, I observe daily how proper planning of this operation can significantly impact the final portfolio return.
Key Mechanisms and Risks Withdrawing funds from cryptocurrency exchanges or DeFi protocols requires a trader to have a deep understanding of current network load, gas fees, and potential delays...
Key Mechanisms and Risks Withdrawing funds from cryptocurrency exchanges or DeFi protocols requires a trader to have a deep understanding of current network load, gas fees, and potential delays...
10:27
Market Analysis: How to Efficiently Top Up Your Crypto Wallet Balance and Avoid Fees
In recent days, I have observed an increased interest in the process of funding cryptocurrency account balances. This is not surprising, since the final cost of entering a position directly depends on the correct choice of the deposit method. In conditions of high volatility, every second and every percentage of commission matters.
Main Funding Methods
Today, there are three key options: bank transfer (SEPA/SWIFT), P2P exchanges, and direct deposit via cryptocurrency pairs...
Main Funding Methods
Today, there are three key options: bank transfer (SEPA/SWIFT), P2P exchanges, and direct deposit via cryptocurrency pairs...
10:26
North Korean hackers have appeared in CryptoQuant: what they were looking for and why it matters
The analytical platform CryptoQuant has recorded a unique case: a visit to the site from an IP address belonging to North Korea. The user, who connected to the internet from one of the most closed-off countries in the world, was interested in the MVRV Ratio metric for Bitcoin. This observation, published on the service's official account, immediately attracted the attention of the professional community...
10:25
A tectonic shift is brewing in prediction markets. Republican Brian Steil, who chairs the House Administration Committee, has introduced the Stop Lawmakers from Predicting Act. The bill directly prohibits members of Congress, their spouses, and minor children from participating in bets on political events and government decisions using platforms such as Kalshi and Polymarket.
What the ban entails The key motive is preventing insider trading on political markets...
Congressmen in the Crosshairs: New Bill Bans Political Betting via Kalshi and Polymarket
A tectonic shift is brewing in prediction markets. Republican Brian Steil, who chairs the House Administration Committee, has introduced the Stop Lawmakers from Predicting Act. The bill directly prohibits members of Congress, their spouses, and minor children from participating in bets on political events and government decisions using platforms such as Kalshi and Polymarket.What the ban entails The key motive is preventing insider trading on political markets...
10:24
Overheated gold and record leverage: Bitcoin at a crossroads between correction and new capital inflow
Markets are sending alarming signals that directly threaten risk assets, including Bitcoin (BTC). An analysis of the current situation reveals two key factors: gold, a traditional safe-haven asset, is showing signs of severe overheating, and the volume of margin trading in US markets has reached an all-time high. This combination creates an extremely fragile environment where any shift in sentiment could trigger a cascade of liquidations...
10:23
Surge of Interest in Ethereum in Russia: Analysis of Causes and Hidden Risks
The Russian cryptocurrency market is showing extraordinary activity regarding Ethereum. Analysis of search queries and exchange data indicates a sharp increase in interest in the second-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization. However, there is no consensus among the professional community about the nature of this phenomenon: some see it as an influx of institutional capital, while others view it as merely a temporary speculative reaction to the price drop...
10:21
The Russian retail investor stands on the brink of a tectonic shift: the ability to buy cryptocurrency and digital financial assets (DFAs) directly through mobile banking apps is becoming a question of the near future. However, as recent market discussions show, the path to this integration is fraught with both regulatory barriers and fundamental differences in user needs.
What will retail get? The most conservative forecast was voiced by Yaroslav Kabakov, Director of Strategy at IC "Finam...
Banking apps in Russia: when to expect cryptocurrency and digital financial assets — market analysis
The Russian retail investor stands on the brink of a tectonic shift: the ability to buy cryptocurrency and digital financial assets (DFAs) directly through mobile banking apps is becoming a question of the near future. However, as recent market discussions show, the path to this integration is fraught with both regulatory barriers and fundamental differences in user needs.What will retail get? The most conservative forecast was voiced by Yaroslav Kabakov, Director of Strategy at IC "Finam...
10:20
Over the past week, the world of cybersecurity has been shaken by a series of attacks targeting cryptocurrency users. From self-spreading USB worms to sophisticated Android trojans, attackers are relentless in their attempts to access digital assets. Let's break down the key events.
USB Worm: A New Level of Threat for Cryptocurrency Owners Microsoft experts have recorded a campaign spreading a unique USB worm aimed at stealing cryptocurrencies...
Cyber Threats of the Week: USB Worms, Android Trojans, and Vulnerabilities in Apple Headphones — Full Analysis
Over the past week, the world of cybersecurity has been shaken by a series of attacks targeting cryptocurrency users. From self-spreading USB worms to sophisticated Android trojans, attackers are relentless in their attempts to access digital assets. Let's break down the key events.USB Worm: A New Level of Threat for Cryptocurrency Owners Microsoft experts have recorded a campaign spreading a unique USB worm aimed at stealing cryptocurrencies...
10:18
IBM's Nighthawk quantum processor has undergone a serious stress test. In two independent experiments, engineers and scientists made it solve not abstract problems, but applied challenges from particle physics and cybersecurity. The results were encouraging — the system not only demonstrated qubit operation but extracted a useful signal from the noise.
Quantum Chromodynamics in Practice In the first test, the team simulated the interaction of a nucleon and an antinucleon in a simplified model of quantum chromodynamics, QCD2...
IBM Nighthawk: Quantum Breakthrough in Particle Physics and Cybersecurity — First Real-World Benchmarks
IBM's Nighthawk quantum processor has undergone a serious stress test. In two independent experiments, engineers and scientists made it solve not abstract problems, but applied challenges from particle physics and cybersecurity. The results were encouraging — the system not only demonstrated qubit operation but extracted a useful signal from the noise.Quantum Chromodynamics in Practice In the first test, the team simulated the interaction of a nucleon and an antinucleon in a simplified model of quantum chromodynamics, QCD2...
10:17
The largest American broker Charles Schwab is preparing to debut in the prediction markets segment. Together with Cboe Global Markets, the company is launching binary options with a "yes/no" payout structure for its clients, tied to the movement of the S&P 500 index. This is the first such product in Schwab's portfolio, and its launch is expected in the coming months.
Unlike traditional options, where profit depends on the magnitude of price change, binary options offer only two outcomes: a fixed payout if the condition is met, or a total loss of the premium...
Schwab enters the prediction markets: binary options on the S&P 500 will open a new era for traders
The largest American broker Charles Schwab is preparing to debut in the prediction markets segment. Together with Cboe Global Markets, the company is launching binary options with a "yes/no" payout structure for its clients, tied to the movement of the S&P 500 index. This is the first such product in Schwab's portfolio, and its launch is expected in the coming months.Unlike traditional options, where profit depends on the magnitude of price change, binary options offer only two outcomes: a fixed payout if the condition is met, or a total loss of the premium...
10:16
The week was eventful: from the ambitious plans of the disgraced FTX founder to Tether's strategic maneuvers in Europe and the US's complete rejection of the digital dollar. We break down the key events reshaping the crypto industry landscape.
SBF: From Prison Cell to a $100 Million Startup Sam Bankman-Fried, serving a 25-year sentence for fraud, is already making plans for the future. He told cellmates that he would need $50–100 million in startup capital for "serious money" and hinted at a cryptocurrency project that "everyone will flock to...
SBF builds a prison startup, Tether challenges MiCA, and the US bans CBDC: key trends of the week
The week was eventful: from the ambitious plans of the disgraced FTX founder to Tether's strategic maneuvers in Europe and the US's complete rejection of the digital dollar. We break down the key events reshaping the crypto industry landscape.SBF: From Prison Cell to a $100 Million Startup Sam Bankman-Fried, serving a 25-year sentence for fraud, is already making plans for the future. He told cellmates that he would need $50–100 million in startup capital for "serious money" and hinted at a cryptocurrency project that "everyone will flock to...
10:15
Mining company GoMining has announced the launch of the GoBTC Pay platform, a payment service designed for businesses. The solution allows companies to accept Bitcoin payments with automatic conversion of funds into fiat currencies or stablecoins, significantly simplifying the integration of the leading cryptocurrency into corporate settlements.
The service targets companies working with international clients and aims to eliminate the main obstacle to using BTC in commerce — the need to independently manage cryptocurrency infrastructure...
GoMining launches GoBTC Pay: Bitcoin payments for businesses with automatic conversion
Mining company GoMining has announced the launch of the GoBTC Pay platform, a payment service designed for businesses. The solution allows companies to accept Bitcoin payments with automatic conversion of funds into fiat currencies or stablecoins, significantly simplifying the integration of the leading cryptocurrency into corporate settlements.The service targets companies working with international clients and aims to eliminate the main obstacle to using BTC in commerce — the need to independently manage cryptocurrency infrastructure...
10:10
Market Analysis: Withdrawal Mechanisms and Their Impact on Liquidity
In the world of cryptocurrencies, the process of withdrawing funds is not just a technical operation, but a key indicator of market conditions and investor sentiment. As a leading analyst at Cryptalist, I observe daily how capital flows shape trends and determine short-term volatility.
What lies behind a simple action? Withdrawal is the procedure of transferring digital assets from a trading platform or exchange to an external wallet...
What lies behind a simple action? Withdrawal is the procedure of transferring digital assets from a trading platform or exchange to an external wallet...