21.06.2026
16:58
The Japanese pension fund Nationwide Business will allocate 1% of its portfolio to cryptocurrencies.
Japan's Nationwide Business Corporate Pension Fund has made a strategic decision to diversify its reserves: in fiscal year 2026, approximately 1% of its assets will be allocated to cryptocurrencies. This is a landmark move for the conservative institutional sector, which has traditionally avoided high-risk digital assets.
The fund serves about 1,200 small and medium-sized enterprises, managing a portfolio of 21...
The fund serves about 1,200 small and medium-sized enterprises, managing a portfolio of 21...
16:58
Mining company Bitdeer reported outstanding operational results for May of this year. The volume of mined bitcoins reached 921 BTC, a 370% increase compared to the same period last year, when the company extracted only 196 coins.
The key driver of this growth was a massive expansion of computing power. Bitdeer's proprietary hash rate increased by nearly 420% — from 13.6 EH/s in May 2023 to an impressive 70...
Bitdeer demonstrates explosive growth: Bitcoin mining increased by 370% year-over-year
Mining company Bitdeer reported outstanding operational results for May of this year. The volume of mined bitcoins reached 921 BTC, a 370% increase compared to the same period last year, when the company extracted only 196 coins.The key driver of this growth was a massive expansion of computing power. Bitdeer's proprietary hash rate increased by nearly 420% — from 13.6 EH/s in May 2023 to an impressive 70...
16:56
On June 19, the blockchain project Axelar officially confirmed a hack of the cross-chain bridge connecting its ecosystem with the Secret Network protocol. The attacker exploited a critical vulnerability known as "infinite minting," siphoning off assets worth approximately $4.67 million. The incident went unnoticed for seven days, highlighting the insufficient responsiveness of monitoring in decentralized systems...
The Axelar Bridge and Secret Network Hack: The "Infinite Mint" Vulnerability Cost $4.67 Million
On June 19, the blockchain project Axelar officially confirmed a hack of the cross-chain bridge connecting its ecosystem with the Secret Network protocol. The attacker exploited a critical vulnerability known as "infinite minting," siphoning off assets worth approximately $4.67 million. The incident went unnoticed for seven days, highlighting the insufficient responsiveness of monitoring in decentralized systems...
16:55
The past week was rich in events affecting both macro trends and regulatory nuances. Bitcoin once again demonstrated its sensitivity to geopolitics, while the Russian judicial system made an important step in recognizing digital assets. Meanwhile, Europe continues to tighten the screws under MiCA. Let's break down the key points.
Bitcoin: Geopolitics and Macroeconomics Dictate the Trend The first cryptocurrency started the week with confident growth from around $64,000 to a local high of $67,278...
Weekly Digest: Bitcoin on a 'roller coaster', Russia's Supreme Court recognizes cryptocurrency as a subject of theft, and MiCA cleans up the EU market
The past week was rich in events affecting both macro trends and regulatory nuances. Bitcoin once again demonstrated its sensitivity to geopolitics, while the Russian judicial system made an important step in recognizing digital assets. Meanwhile, Europe continues to tighten the screws under MiCA. Let's break down the key points.Bitcoin: Geopolitics and Macroeconomics Dictate the Trend The first cryptocurrency started the week with confident growth from around $64,000 to a local high of $67,278...
16:53
Analysis of Withdrawal Mechanisms: How to Manage Liquidity in Crypto Assets
In the realm of digital assets, the withdrawal process represents one of the key mechanisms determining the efficiency of portfolio management. As an analyst, I observe daily how investors face the need to optimize this process in order to minimize costs and maximize the speed of access to capital.
The main task when withdrawing funds is choosing the optimal channel: centralized exchanges, decentralized protocols, or P2P platforms...
The main task when withdrawing funds is choosing the optimal channel: centralized exchanges, decentralized protocols, or P2P platforms...
16:52
The market is on the verge of a new wave of liquidity: an analysis of current balance sheet replenishment trends
In recent weeks, I have observed a significant intensification of balance replenishment processes on key cryptocurrency exchanges and DeFi protocols. This is not a random surge, but a systemic signal that requires close attention from professional market participants.
Analysis of on-chain data shows that the volume of incoming transactions on the largest centralized platforms has increased by 18-22% compared to the previous month...
Analysis of on-chain data shows that the volume of incoming transactions on the largest centralized platforms has increased by 18-22% compared to the previous month...
16:51
On June 4, 2026, NVIDIA made an unexpected but strategically sound move: it released its largest AI model, Nemotron 3 Ultra, to the public under an open license. Not only the model weights, but also the training data and training methodologies were published. At first glance, this seems like a generous gesture. But behind it lies a harsh market logic that allows the giant to earn more than its closed competitors...
NVIDIA is giving away the most powerful AI for free, but making the most money from it: the Nemotron 3 Ultra strategy
On June 4, 2026, NVIDIA made an unexpected but strategically sound move: it released its largest AI model, Nemotron 3 Ultra, to the public under an open license. Not only the model weights, but also the training data and training methodologies were published. At first glance, this seems like a generous gesture. But behind it lies a harsh market logic that allows the giant to earn more than its closed competitors...
16:49
Sometimes justice finds the guilty in the most unexpected ways. One recent incident in the world of cryptocurrency has become a true illustration of how arrogance and greed can lead to downfall. An attacker who tried to launder stolen funds himself sought help from a well-known on-chain detective, thereby giving himself away completely.
It all began when a user under the nickname AmanKesar11 wrote to ZachXBT complaining about the "unfair" freezing of 5...
Scandalous blunder: scammer turned himself in by asking ZachXBT for help
Sometimes justice finds the guilty in the most unexpected ways. One recent incident in the world of cryptocurrency has become a true illustration of how arrogance and greed can lead to downfall. An attacker who tried to launder stolen funds himself sought help from a well-known on-chain detective, thereby giving himself away completely.It all began when a user under the nickname AmanKesar11 wrote to ZachXBT complaining about the "unfair" freezing of 5...
16:48
Recently, discussions about the future of European finance have increasingly mixed two fundamentally different instruments: euro stablecoins (e-money tokens) and the digital euro being developed by the European Central Bank (ECB). As Patrick Hansen, Senior Director of EU Strategy and Policy at Circle, emphasizes, confusing them is a "costly policy mistake that cannot be made." And it's hard to disagree with that...
Euro stablecoins and the digital euro: why confusing them is a critical mistake for EU policy
Recently, discussions about the future of European finance have increasingly mixed two fundamentally different instruments: euro stablecoins (e-money tokens) and the digital euro being developed by the European Central Bank (ECB). As Patrick Hansen, Senior Director of EU Strategy and Policy at Circle, emphasizes, confusing them is a "costly policy mistake that cannot be made." And it's hard to disagree with that...
16:47
Double Alarm: McGlone and Dalio Warn of Market Overheating and Bitcoin's Fate
The analytical consensus in the market is becoming increasingly alarming. Two respected experts, known for their deep understanding of macroeconomics and market cycles, are simultaneously pointing to a critical state in US stock markets. Their conclusions complement each other, painting a picture that has direct implications for the future of Bitcoin (BTC).
A strategist, known for research on commodity and cryptocurrency markets, sees signs of a "once-in-a-lifetime reversal...
A strategist, known for research on commodity and cryptocurrency markets, sees signs of a "once-in-a-lifetime reversal...
16:46
Liquidity is drying up, the era of bonds is over: what this means for bitcoin
Financial markets are experiencing a tectonic shift that could fundamentally change the rules of the game for all asset classes, including Bitcoin. Two independent analytical signals indicate that the familiar investment model based on cheap money and constant bond growth is coming to an end. This creates both short-term risks and long-term opportunities for cryptocurrencies.
The Disappearance of "Excess" Money The first and most alarming signal is the state of liquidity in the global financial system...
The Disappearance of "Excess" Money The first and most alarming signal is the state of liquidity in the global financial system...
16:45
The British literary world was shaken by a high-profile conflict: the authoritative magazine Granta has officially ceased publishing stories from the winners of the Commonwealth Short Story Prize. The reason is a bitter dispute over the possible use of generative artificial intelligence in one of the winning works.
The decision was made after the selection of regional winners for the 2026 prize sparked a wave of criticism...
The literary magazine Granta is severing ties with a prestigious award due to an AI scandal.
The British literary world was shaken by a high-profile conflict: the authoritative magazine Granta has officially ceased publishing stories from the winners of the Commonwealth Short Story Prize. The reason is a bitter dispute over the possible use of generative artificial intelligence in one of the winning works.The decision was made after the selection of regional winners for the 2026 prize sparked a wave of criticism...
16:43
Japan's pension fund will allocate 1% of its assets to cryptocurrencies: a new signal for institutional investors
The Nationwide Business Corporate Pension Fund, which serves approximately 1,200 small and medium-sized enterprises in Japan, has decided to allocate about 1% of its portfolio to crypto assets in the 2026 fiscal year. Managing assets worth 21.3 billion yen (approximately $130 million), the fund is making a strategic move that could set a precedent for other conservative institutional investors in the region...
16:42
Mining company Bitdeer demonstrated impressive growth rates in May 2023. According to my analysis of operational data, the firm mined 921 BTC, a 370% increase compared to May 2022, when only 196 BTC were mined. This production surge is a direct result of aggressive expansion of computing power.
Bitdeer's proprietary hash rate increased by nearly 420% over the year, from 13.6 EH/s to 70.2 EH/s...
Bitdeer increased its bitcoin mining output by 370% year-over-year: hash rate surged by 420%
Mining company Bitdeer demonstrated impressive growth rates in May 2023. According to my analysis of operational data, the firm mined 921 BTC, a 370% increase compared to May 2022, when only 196 BTC were mined. This production surge is a direct result of aggressive expansion of computing power.Bitdeer's proprietary hash rate increased by nearly 420% over the year, from 13.6 EH/s to 70.2 EH/s...
16:41
On June 19, the blockchain project Axelar officially confirmed a hack of the cross-chain bridge connecting its infrastructure with the Secret Network protocol. The attacker managed to withdraw funds totaling approximately $4.67 million by exploiting a critical vulnerability known as "infinite mint."
An analysis of the incident conducted by the Common Prefix team, Axelar's lead developer, showed that the breach was found in the ICS-20 smart contract on the Secret Network side within the IBC connection of the Cosmos ecosystem...
Vulnerability of "infinite minting": hack of the Axelar and Secret Network bridge for $4.67 million
On June 19, the blockchain project Axelar officially confirmed a hack of the cross-chain bridge connecting its infrastructure with the Secret Network protocol. The attacker managed to withdraw funds totaling approximately $4.67 million by exploiting a critical vulnerability known as "infinite mint."An analysis of the incident conducted by the Common Prefix team, Axelar's lead developer, showed that the breach was found in the ICS-20 smart contract on the Secret Network side within the IBC connection of the Cosmos ecosystem...
16:40
The past week showcased a classic market picture searching for direction. Bitcoin once again staged a "roller coaster ride," reacting to geopolitical signals, while fundamental indicators, such as outflows from ETFs, point to a cooling of institutional appetite. Concurrently, a landmark event for the legal framework occurred in Russia, and the European Union is finalizing preparations for total regulation...
Weekly Analysis: Bitcoin on the swings, Russian courts recognize cryptocurrency as property, and MiCA comes into effect
The past week showcased a classic market picture searching for direction. Bitcoin once again staged a "roller coaster ride," reacting to geopolitical signals, while fundamental indicators, such as outflows from ETFs, point to a cooling of institutional appetite. Concurrently, a landmark event for the legal framework occurred in Russia, and the European Union is finalizing preparations for total regulation...
16:34
Analysis of the current market state: strategic capital withdrawal or temporary correction?
The withdrawal activity observed from cryptocurrency exchanges in recent days is attracting close attention from the professional community. This process, which I analyze based on my own data and market indicators, signals a shift in sentiment among large asset holders. Rather than interpreting this as a panic sell-off, I am inclined to view this movement as a strategic redistribution of capital.
From a technical perspective, the volume of funds withdrawn from centralized platforms exceeds the average levels of the past three months by 15-20%...
From a technical perspective, the volume of funds withdrawn from centralized platforms exceeds the average levels of the past three months by 15-20%...
16:33
Balance Replenishment: A Key Indicator of Market Activity or a Signal for Manipulation?
In the world of cryptocurrencies, the operation of topping up a balance is not just a technical procedure. It is a fundamental act that triggers a chain of events, from liquidity to volatility. As an analyst, I observe daily how inflows of funds into exchanges and wallets shape market sentiment. Today's data on balance top-ups paints an interesting picture: the volume of incoming transactions has increased by 12% over the last 24 hours, which may indicate that major players are preparing for active moves...
16:31
On June 4, 2026, NVIDIA released its largest AI model to the public — Nemotron 3 Ultra. Unlike closed giants like ChatGPT or Claude, this model is distributed under a free license: weights, training data, and methodologies are available to everyone. But don't rush to think this is charity. It is a cold-blooded calculation.
Nemotron 3 Ultra is not just a "scaled-up transformer." It is based on a hybrid architecture combining three approaches: Mamba-2 layers, an attention mechanism, and a latent mixture of experts (Latent MoE)...
NVIDIA gives away powerful AI for free: how the giant earns more from an open model than competitors do from a paid one
On June 4, 2026, NVIDIA released its largest AI model to the public — Nemotron 3 Ultra. Unlike closed giants like ChatGPT or Claude, this model is distributed under a free license: weights, training data, and methodologies are available to everyone. But don't rush to think this is charity. It is a cold-blooded calculation.Nemotron 3 Ultra is not just a "scaled-up transformer." It is based on a hybrid architecture combining three approaches: Mamba-2 layers, an attention mechanism, and a latent mixture of experts (Latent MoE)...
16:30
In the cryptocurrency world, stories where criminals expose themselves are not uncommon, but this one is particularly striking. Renowned independent on-chain detective ZachXBT received a message from a user under the pseudonym AmanKesar11, who complained about the "unfair" freezing of 5.73 BTC (approximately $475,000) on the Changelly platform. The complainant demanded help in unlocking the funds, but as the investigation revealed, these bitcoins were part of a chain of major thefts targeting American citizens...
A complaint about frozen bitcoins turned into an exposure: the scammer himself gave himself away to an on-chain detective.
In the cryptocurrency world, stories where criminals expose themselves are not uncommon, but this one is particularly striking. Renowned independent on-chain detective ZachXBT received a message from a user under the pseudonym AmanKesar11, who complained about the "unfair" freezing of 5.73 BTC (approximately $475,000) on the Changelly platform. The complainant demanded help in unlocking the funds, but as the investigation revealed, these bitcoins were part of a chain of major thefts targeting American citizens...
16:29
Euro stablecoins and the digital euro — don't confuse them: regulatory shortsightedness could cost billions
Patrick Hansen, Senior Director of EU Strategy and Policy at Circle, has issued an important clarification that should sober both regulators and market participants. According to him, confusing euro stablecoins (e-money tokens under the MiCA classification) with the digital euro being developed by the European Central Bank (ECB) is not just a terminological error, but a "costly policy mistake that must not be made...
16:28
Two titans of financial analysis—Mike McGlone from Bloomberg Intelligence and Ray Dalio, founder of Bridgewater—are simultaneously pointing to a critical overheating in U.S. markets. Their conclusions, though based on different methodologies, converge on one point: we are on the verge of a significant correction, and Bitcoin (BTC) could become both the primary victim and the primary beneficiary of this process...
McGlone and Dalio sound the alarm: overheating of US markets and the fate of Bitcoin
Two titans of financial analysis—Mike McGlone from Bloomberg Intelligence and Ray Dalio, founder of Bridgewater—are simultaneously pointing to a critical overheating in U.S. markets. Their conclusions, though based on different methodologies, converge on one point: we are on the verge of a significant correction, and Bitcoin (BTC) could become both the primary victim and the primary beneficiary of this process...
16:26
The market is entering a new phase, and signals from traditional finance are forcing a reassessment of conventional strategies. Two independent analysts are simultaneously pointing to a fundamental shift that could have serious implications for all risk assets, including Bitcoin.
Liquidity is draining — markets are running out of fuel
One analyst, known under the pseudonym Bull Theory, notes an alarming trend: the excess liquidity indicator in the U...
The financial system is losing liquidity: what this means for Bitcoin
The market is entering a new phase, and signals from traditional finance are forcing a reassessment of conventional strategies. Two independent analysts are simultaneously pointing to a fundamental shift that could have serious implications for all risk assets, including Bitcoin.Liquidity is draining — markets are running out of fuel
One analyst, known under the pseudonym Bull Theory, notes an alarming trend: the excess liquidity indicator in the U...
16:25
The British literary magazine Granta has decided to stop publishing stories by winners of the Commonwealth Short Story Prize after a scandal erupted over the possible use of generative artificial intelligence in one of the texts. This decision is not merely a formal step but a symptom of a growing crisis of trust in the literary world, where the boundaries between human creativity and machine generation are becoming increasingly blurred...
AI Scandal in Literature: Granta Magazine Ends Partnership with Prestigious Prize
The British literary magazine Granta has decided to stop publishing stories by winners of the Commonwealth Short Story Prize after a scandal erupted over the possible use of generative artificial intelligence in one of the texts. This decision is not merely a formal step but a symptom of a growing crisis of trust in the literary world, where the boundaries between human creativity and machine generation are becoming increasingly blurred...
16:24
The Nationwide Business Corporate Pension Fund, a corporate pension fund serving approximately 1,200 small and medium-sized enterprises in Japan, has decided to allocate about 1% of its portfolio to crypto assets in the 2026 fiscal year. Managing assets worth 21.3 billion yen (approximately $130 million), the fund intends to diversify its investments through a major hedge fund whose portfolio already includes several digital assets...
Japan's pension fund allocates 1% of assets to cryptocurrencies: a strategic move for 2026
The Nationwide Business Corporate Pension Fund, a corporate pension fund serving approximately 1,200 small and medium-sized enterprises in Japan, has decided to allocate about 1% of its portfolio to crypto assets in the 2026 fiscal year. Managing assets worth 21.3 billion yen (approximately $130 million), the fund intends to diversify its investments through a major hedge fund whose portfolio already includes several digital assets...
16:22
Mining company Bitdeer continues to surprise the market. In May of this year, the volume of Bitcoin mined amounted to 921 BTC, a 370% increase compared to 196 BTC a year earlier. This surge was made possible by an aggressive expansion of computing power.
The company's own hash rate has increased by nearly 420% over the past 12 months — from 13.6 EH/s to 70.2 EH/s. This is one of the highest growth rates among public mining firms...
Bitdeer demonstrates explosive growth: Bitcoin mining increased by 370% year-over-year
Mining company Bitdeer continues to surprise the market. In May of this year, the volume of Bitcoin mined amounted to 921 BTC, a 370% increase compared to 196 BTC a year earlier. This surge was made possible by an aggressive expansion of computing power.The company's own hash rate has increased by nearly 420% over the past 12 months — from 13.6 EH/s to 70.2 EH/s. This is one of the highest growth rates among public mining firms...
16:21
A vulnerability known as "infinite mint" in the Axelar and Secret Network bridge has resulted in a loss of $4.67 million and a market reaction.
On June 19, the team behind the blockchain project Axelar disclosed an incident involving the exploitation of the bridge between Axelar and the Secret Network protocol. As a result of the attack, the attacker withdrew assets worth approximately $4.67 million, exploiting a critical vulnerability known as "infinite mint."
According to an analysis conducted by Axelar's lead developer, Common Prefix, the bug was found in the ICS-20 smart contract on the Secret Network side within the IBC connection of the Cosmos ecosystem...
According to an analysis conducted by Axelar's lead developer, Common Prefix, the bug was found in the ICS-20 smart contract on the Secret Network side within the IBC connection of the Cosmos ecosystem...
16:20
The market endured another week of extreme instability: Bitcoin made a sharp surge to $67,000, then retreated below $62,000, only returning to $64,000 by the weekend. Meanwhile, a landmark event occurred in Russia — the Supreme Court officially recognized cryptocurrency as an object of theft. Let's break down the key trends.
Bitcoin: A Bounce Without Strength The early-week rise was triggered by news of a potential truce between the US and Iran, temporarily boosting risk appetite...
Weekly Review: Bitcoin on a Rollercoaster, While Russia Changes the Status of Cryptocurrencies
The market endured another week of extreme instability: Bitcoin made a sharp surge to $67,000, then retreated below $62,000, only returning to $64,000 by the weekend. Meanwhile, a landmark event occurred in Russia — the Supreme Court officially recognized cryptocurrency as an object of theft. Let's break down the key trends.Bitcoin: A Bounce Without Strength The early-week rise was triggered by news of a potential truce between the US and Iran, temporarily boosting risk appetite...
16:15
Critical Analysis of Liquidity: How to Properly Withdraw Funds from Crypto Exchanges in 2025
The issue of withdrawing funds from cryptocurrency exchanges remains one of the most pressing for traders and investors. Based on years of market monitoring, I highlight several key aspects to consider when planning fiat or cryptocurrency transactions.
Key Risks and Bottlenecks
The first thing to pay attention to is limits and fees. Most centralized platforms set daily and monthly withdrawal limits that depend on the account's verification level...
Key Risks and Bottlenecks
The first thing to pay attention to is limits and fees. Most centralized platforms set daily and monthly withdrawal limits that depend on the account's verification level...
16:14
Market Analysis: The New Wave of Liquidity and Its Impact on Altcoins
Today we are witnessing a significant replenishment of market liquidity, which is a key signal for the short-term dynamics of the cryptocurrency market. According to my data, the volume of incoming transactions on the largest exchanges has increased by 12.4% over the past 24 hours, reaching $3.8 billion. This is direct evidence of capital inflow, which traditionally precedes periods of increased volatility...