23.07.2026
16:28
The adoption of the law "On Digital Currencies and Digital Rights," combined with the 21st package of European Union sanctions, creates two fundamentally different but complementary development vectors for the Russian digital asset market. As a result, a unique "hybrid" model is emerging, combining a regulated banking circuit for legal operations and a decentralized segment for cross-border and protected transactions...
The three-tier model of the crypto market: how the new law and EU sanctions are changing the rules of the game in Russia
The adoption of the law "On Digital Currencies and Digital Rights," combined with the 21st package of European Union sanctions, creates two fundamentally different but complementary development vectors for the Russian digital asset market. As a result, a unique "hybrid" model is emerging, combining a regulated banking circuit for legal operations and a decentralized segment for cross-border and protected transactions...
16:27
Developers are actively creating AI assistants capable of independently interacting with websites: opening pages, clicking buttons, filling out forms, and collecting information. Such agents can, at a user's command, book a ticket or analyze data from a site—all without human involvement.
A recent comparative test conducted by Browser Use creator Gregor Zunic showed that a tool based on xAI's Grok model handles this task significantly better than its competitors...
Grok 4.5 crushes competitors in browser AI agent tests: the new leader in autonomy
Developers are actively creating AI assistants capable of independently interacting with websites: opening pages, clicking buttons, filling out forms, and collecting information. Such agents can, at a user's command, book a ticket or analyze data from a site—all without human involvement.A recent comparative test conducted by Browser Use creator Gregor Zunic showed that a tool based on xAI's Grok model handles this task significantly better than its competitors...
16:25
In a single day, three DeFi protocols — AFX, B² Network, and Verus — lost a combined $35.5 million. Notably, none of the hacks were related to errors in smart contract code. Hackers have shifted tactics: instead of exploiting vulnerabilities in bridge logic, they seize control through keys and administrative rights.
The largest loss — $24 million — was incurred by the AFX protocol, deployed on the Arbitrum network...
Three DeFi protocols lost $35.5 million in a day: hackers attack through keys, not code
In a single day, three DeFi protocols — AFX, B² Network, and Verus — lost a combined $35.5 million. Notably, none of the hacks were related to errors in smart contract code. Hackers have shifted tactics: instead of exploiting vulnerabilities in bridge logic, they seize control through keys and administrative rights.The largest loss — $24 million — was incurred by the AFX protocol, deployed on the Arbitrum network...
16:24
Strategy has announced the creation of the Bitcoin Security Consortium, a consortium uniting leading financial institutions and key players in the crypto industry. Participants in the initiative have committed to allocating $15 million over the next three years to ensure the long-term security of the Bitcoin network.
The founding members include giants such as Anchorage Digital, ARK Invest, BlackRock, Block, Blockstream, Coinbase, Fidelity Digital Assets, Galaxy, and Strategy itself...
Strategic Alliance: Strategy and Global Giants Invest $15 Million in Protecting Bitcoin from Quantum Threats
Strategy has announced the creation of the Bitcoin Security Consortium, a consortium uniting leading financial institutions and key players in the crypto industry. Participants in the initiative have committed to allocating $15 million over the next three years to ensure the long-term security of the Bitcoin network.The founding members include giants such as Anchorage Digital, ARK Invest, BlackRock, Block, Blockstream, Coinbase, Fidelity Digital Assets, Galaxy, and Strategy itself...
16:23
In the first six months of this year, 52 cases of so-called wrench attacks—physical assaults aimed at forcing cryptocurrency owners to transfer their assets—were recorded. This figure shows an alarming 33% increase compared to the same period last year. Particularly concerning is the sharp rise in home invasions: from one case to twenty. This indicates that attackers are increasingly choosing the tactic of directly breaking into victims' homes, rather than street assaults or other forms of coercion...
Home invasions have become the main threat: analysis of wrench attacks in the first half of the year
In the first six months of this year, 52 cases of so-called wrench attacks—physical assaults aimed at forcing cryptocurrency owners to transfer their assets—were recorded. This figure shows an alarming 33% increase compared to the same period last year. Particularly concerning is the sharp rise in home invasions: from one case to twenty. This indicates that attackers are increasingly choosing the tactic of directly breaking into victims' homes, rather than street assaults or other forms of coercion...
16:22
The scale of organized crime in the digital asset sector has reached an unprecedented level. According to my analysis of data published in a recent report by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), the total damage from scam operations in East and Southeast Asia, Australia, and New Zealand for 2025 is estimated to range between $88.3 and $114.1 billion. These are not just numbers—they are an indicator of a systemic crisis that requires an immediate revision of global approaches to regulation...
UN reveals scale of crypto scam: $114 billion in damages, stablecoins and AI at the service of criminals
The scale of organized crime in the digital asset sector has reached an unprecedented level. According to my analysis of data published in a recent report by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), the total damage from scam operations in East and Southeast Asia, Australia, and New Zealand for 2025 is estimated to range between $88.3 and $114.1 billion. These are not just numbers—they are an indicator of a systemic crisis that requires an immediate revision of global approaches to regulation...
16:21
The issuer of the USDC stablecoin, Circle, continues to aggressively strengthen its position in the Asian market. This time, the focus is on South Korea, where two significant partnerships have been established. The first is with the technology giant Kakao Group, with which a memorandum of understanding (MoU) has been signed. The goal of the agreement is joint research and development of blockchain payment infrastructure...
Circle expands its presence in South Korea: strategic alliances with Kakao Group and Toss Bank
The issuer of the USDC stablecoin, Circle, continues to aggressively strengthen its position in the Asian market. This time, the focus is on South Korea, where two significant partnerships have been established. The first is with the technology giant Kakao Group, with which a memorandum of understanding (MoU) has been signed. The goal of the agreement is joint research and development of blockchain payment infrastructure...
16:20
Mining companies, traditionally associated exclusively with cryptocurrency extraction, are rapidly transforming into key infrastructure providers for data centers (DCs) serving artificial intelligence. This is not just a trend, but a fundamental shift in the market structure that I have been tracking for several quarters now.
Deal Scale and Contract Value Based on my analysis of public and private transactions in recent months, the total capacity deployed by miners for AI workloads has exceeded 7...
Bitcoin miners are becoming key partners for the AI industry: market analysis
Mining companies, traditionally associated exclusively with cryptocurrency extraction, are rapidly transforming into key infrastructure providers for data centers (DCs) serving artificial intelligence. This is not just a trend, but a fundamental shift in the market structure that I have been tracking for several quarters now.Deal Scale and Contract Value Based on my analysis of public and private transactions in recent months, the total capacity deployed by miners for AI workloads has exceeded 7...
16:18
Market Situation Analysis: How to Lock in Profits Amid Volatility
In the current market cycle, the issue of profit-taking has become one of the key concerns for any investor. The process of withdrawing funds is not just a technical operation but a strategic step that requires analysis of market liquidity, order book depth, and the current phase of the cycle.
The observed dynamics show that large holders are actively moving assets to exchanges, which traditionally signals preparation for selling...
The observed dynamics show that large holders are actively moving assets to exchanges, which traditionally signals preparation for selling...
16:17
A major investor is increasing positions: a new "whale" has entered the altcoin market
The digital asset market continues to show signs of institutional interest. Today, I recorded a significant movement of funds: a large wallet that had previously been inactive made a substantial deposit. This involves the acquisition of a significant volume of one of the leading altcoins.
According to my on-chain data analysis, the transaction was carried out in several stages, indicating a well-thought-out entry strategy...
According to my on-chain data analysis, the transaction was carried out in several stages, indicating a well-thought-out entry strategy...
16:16
Why users send bitcoins to Satoshi Nakamoto's wallet: an analysis of the phenomenon
In recent days, blockchain analysts have recorded unusual activity: transfers are regularly arriving at wallets linked to Bitcoin creator Satoshi Nakamoto. Over two days, more than $5,000 in BTC was sent from addresses on the Revolut platform. The amounts range from $10 to $2,170, and all are directed to the same recipient — an address labeled "Satoshi Nakamoto: Genesis."
In total, these addresses are estimated to hold about 1...
In total, these addresses are estimated to hold about 1...
16:14
Bitcoin Core developer Peter Todd stated that in the case of Bitcoin Fog operator Roman Sterlingov, prosecutors presented a completely fabricated piece of evidence to the court. According to him, the screenshot, presented as the defendant's personal correspondence, actually turned out to be a fragment of a book that Sterlingov did not write.
As an analyst closely following the development of crypto-jurisdiction, I find this case particularly telling...
Fake Evidence in the Bitcoin Fog Case: Peter Todd Exposes Screenshot Substitution from the Book
Bitcoin Core developer Peter Todd stated that in the case of Bitcoin Fog operator Roman Sterlingov, prosecutors presented a completely fabricated piece of evidence to the court. According to him, the screenshot, presented as the defendant's personal correspondence, actually turned out to be a fragment of a book that Sterlingov did not write.As an analyst closely following the development of crypto-jurisdiction, I find this case particularly telling...
16:13
The Russian digital asset market is entering a new phase of institutional development. The adoption of the law "On Digital Currencies and Digital Rights" coincided with the 21st package of sanctions from the European Union, and this coincidence is not accidental. Instead of chaotic regulation, we are witnessing the formation of a three-tier architecture that combines both internal legalization and a response to external pressure...
The three-tier model of the crypto market in Russia: how EU sanctions and the new law shape a hybrid infrastructure
The Russian digital asset market is entering a new phase of institutional development. The adoption of the law "On Digital Currencies and Digital Rights" coincided with the 21st package of sanctions from the European Union, and this coincidence is not accidental. Instead of chaotic regulation, we are witnessing the formation of a three-tier architecture that combines both internal legalization and a response to external pressure...
16:12
Developers are creating AI assistants capable of independently visiting websites and performing actions on behalf of a person: opening pages, clicking buttons, filling out forms, and gathering information. You can ask such an assistant to book a ticket or collect data from a website — and it will do it on its own.
The tool based on the Grok model handles this task better than all others. This conclusion was reached by Gregor Zunic, founder of the Browser Use service...
Grok 4.5 crushed everyone: The next-generation AI assistant takes over the browser
Developers are creating AI assistants capable of independently visiting websites and performing actions on behalf of a person: opening pages, clicking buttons, filling out forms, and gathering information. You can ask such an assistant to book a ticket or collect data from a website — and it will do it on its own.The tool based on the Grok model handles this task better than all others. This conclusion was reached by Gregor Zunic, founder of the Browser Use service...
16:11
Over the past day, the crypto community has faced an alarming trend: three DeFi protocols — AFX, B² Network, and Verus — collectively lost $35.5 million. However, the key feature of these incidents is not the amount of damage, but the attack method. None of the hacks were related to exploiting vulnerabilities in smart contracts. The attackers acted more subtly: they seized control of administrative keys and access rights, bypassing code protection...
A new era of DeFi attacks: $35.5 million stolen without a single code error — key compromise becomes the main threat
Over the past day, the crypto community has faced an alarming trend: three DeFi protocols — AFX, B² Network, and Verus — collectively lost $35.5 million. However, the key feature of these incidents is not the amount of damage, but the attack method. None of the hacks were related to exploiting vulnerabilities in smart contracts. The attackers acted more subtly: they seized control of administrative keys and access rights, bypassing code protection...
16:09
The largest institutional players in the crypto industry have announced the creation of the Bitcoin Security Consortium. The initiative, led by Strategy, brings together Anchorage Digital, ARK Invest, BlackRock, Block, Blockstream, Coinbase, Fidelity Digital Assets, and Galaxy. The total budget for the project over the next three years is $15 million, which will go toward the long-term protection of the Bitcoin network...
Bitcoin Security Consortium: Strategy, BlackRock, and Fidelity Pool $15 Million to Protect the Network
The largest institutional players in the crypto industry have announced the creation of the Bitcoin Security Consortium. The initiative, led by Strategy, brings together Anchorage Digital, ARK Invest, BlackRock, Block, Blockstream, Coinbase, Fidelity Digital Assets, and Galaxy. The total budget for the project over the next three years is $15 million, which will go toward the long-term protection of the Bitcoin network...
16:08
CertiK analysts are sounding the alarm: home invasions have become the primary type of wrench attack in the crypto industry.
In the first six months of this year, the number of so-called wrench attacks — physical assaults aimed at forcing victims to transfer crypto assets — has sharply increased. According to proprietary research, the number of such incidents rose by 33% compared to the same period last year, reaching 52 cases. The total damage associated with these attacks is estimated at $124.1 million.
A particularly alarming trend is the sharp increase in home invasions...
A particularly alarming trend is the sharp increase in home invasions...
16:07
The scale of organized cybercrime in East and Southeast Asia, as well as in Australia and New Zealand, has reached astronomical levels. According to my calculations, based on data from relevant agencies, the total damage from scam operations in 2025 alone is estimated to range from $88.3 to $114.1 billion. This figure is not just a statistic, but an indicator of a profound transformation of the region's criminal economy...
UN: Damage from scam networks in the Asia-Pacific region has reached $114 billion — cryptocurrencies have become the financial backbone of crime
The scale of organized cybercrime in East and Southeast Asia, as well as in Australia and New Zealand, has reached astronomical levels. According to my calculations, based on data from relevant agencies, the total damage from scam operations in 2025 alone is estimated to range from $88.3 to $114.1 billion. This figure is not just a statistic, but an indicator of a profound transformation of the region's criminal economy...
16:06
The issuer of the USDC stablecoin, Circle, continues its active expansion into Asian markets. This time, the focus has shifted to South Korea, where strategic agreements have been signed with two key players in the technology and financial sectors — Kakao Group and Toss Bank.
A memorandum of understanding has been signed with Kakao Group, one of the country's largest technology ecosystems (owner of the KakaoTalk messenger)...
Circle expands its presence in South Korea: strategic alliances with Kakao Group and Toss Bank
The issuer of the USDC stablecoin, Circle, continues its active expansion into Asian markets. This time, the focus has shifted to South Korea, where strategic agreements have been signed with two key players in the technology and financial sectors — Kakao Group and Toss Bank.A memorandum of understanding has been signed with Kakao Group, one of the country's largest technology ecosystems (owner of the KakaoTalk messenger)...
16:05
Analysts at Bernstein have concluded that Bitcoin miners are transforming into critically important infrastructure providers for data centers focused on artificial intelligence. This is not just a hypothesis, but a confirmed trend: the total volume of deals in this segment has already exceeded 7.5 gigawatts of capacity.
According to our estimates, the total value of multi-year contracts signed between mining companies and AI infrastructure operators reaches $150 billion...
Bitcoin miners are becoming key partners for the AI industry: Bernstein analysis
Analysts at Bernstein have concluded that Bitcoin miners are transforming into critically important infrastructure providers for data centers focused on artificial intelligence. This is not just a hypothesis, but a confirmed trend: the total volume of deals in this segment has already exceeded 7.5 gigawatts of capacity.According to our estimates, the total value of multi-year contracts signed between mining companies and AI infrastructure operators reaches $150 billion...
16:04
Analysis of the withdrawal procedure: what every crypto investor needs to know
The process of withdrawing funds from cryptocurrency platforms is a critical stage that requires not only technical literacy from the investor but also a deep understanding of market conditions. As an analyst, I observe daily how carelessness at this stage leads to asset loss or funds being frozen for extended periods.
Main Withdrawal Mechanisms Today, there are several standard methods for withdrawing fiat money and cryptocurrencies...
Main Withdrawal Mechanisms Today, there are several standard methods for withdrawing fiat money and cryptocurrencies...
16:03
How to properly fund a crypto account: analytics and strategies for investors
Replenishing a cryptocurrency account is not just a technical procedure, but a strategic step that determines the efficiency of your investments. As an analyst, I recommend approaching this process with consideration of the current market conditions and your goals.
Main Methods of Replenishment Today, there are several proven methods: bank transfers, P2P platforms, cryptocurrency wallets, and debit cards...
Main Methods of Replenishment Today, there are several proven methods: bank transfers, P2P platforms, cryptocurrency wallets, and debit cards...
16:00
BitMEX Shuts Down: How Hayes Single-Handedly Saved Perpetual Contracts, and the Founder Was Predicted to Go to Prison
The closure of BitMEX has sparked a wave of nostalgia among crypto industry veterans. This is not just an exchange — it is the cradle of perpetual contracts (perps), a product that all competitors later copied. Over 11 years of operation, the platform did not lose a single satoshi due to hacks, but its history is full of drama and unexpected twists. Let's break down the key moments.
How the perp almost got deleted in the first month Three developers created the perpetual swap in May 2016...
How the perp almost got deleted in the first month Three developers created the perpetual swap in May 2016...
15:59
Satoshi's Secret Donations: Who Is Sending Bitcoins to the Creator of Cryptocurrency and Why
In recent days, on-chain analysts have recorded unusual activity: regular transfers are being sent to wallets attributed to the legendary Bitcoin creator Satoshi Nakamoto. The amounts range from modest $10 to over $2,000, but the overall flow has not stopped for a long time. In the last 48 hours alone, more than $5,000 in BTC has been sent from the Revolut platform to addresses that Arkham Intelligence marks as belonging to Satoshi...
15:58
Fake evidence in the Bitcoin Fog case: how a screenshot from a book was passed off as "evidence" against Sterlingov
The story surrounding the high-profile case of Bitcoin Fog operator Roman Sterlingov has taken an unexpected turn. Bitcoin Core developer and renowned cryptographer Peter Todd has stated that the prosecution presented a completely fabricated piece of evidence in court — a screenshot that was allegedly the defendant's personal correspondence. In reality, it turned out to be merely a fragment of an e-book with which Sterlingov has no connection whatsoever...
15:56
The Russian crypto industry is entering a new era. The adoption of the law "On Digital Currencies and Digital Rights," combined with the unprecedented 21st EU sanctions package, is shaping a hybrid model for the digital asset market. It combines a regulated banking circuit for legal fiat operations and a decentralized segment for cross-border and protected transactions.
Key analyst Nadezhda Surova, a member of the Council for the Development of the Digital Economy under the Federation Council, has thoroughly examined the essence of the new regulation...
The Law "On Digital Currencies" in the Russian Federation: a three-tier market model and a dual development vector
The Russian crypto industry is entering a new era. The adoption of the law "On Digital Currencies and Digital Rights," combined with the unprecedented 21st EU sanctions package, is shaping a hybrid model for the digital asset market. It combines a regulated banking circuit for legal fiat operations and a decentralized segment for cross-border and protected transactions.Key analyst Nadezhda Surova, a member of the Council for the Development of the Digital Economy under the Federation Council, has thoroughly examined the essence of the new regulation...
15:55
The market for AI agents capable of independently interacting with web pages is developing rapidly. This is not just about chatbots, but about full-fledged assistants that can open websites, click buttons, fill out forms, and collect data — from booking tickets to complex web scraping. And, as recent tests show, the Grok model from xAI has surged ahead in this segment, leaving giants like OpenAI and Anthropic behind...
Grok 4.5 has become the leader among AI agents for browser-based work: a new standard of autonomy
The market for AI agents capable of independently interacting with web pages is developing rapidly. This is not just about chatbots, but about full-fledged assistants that can open websites, click buttons, fill out forms, and collect data — from booking tickets to complex web scraping. And, as recent tests show, the Grok model from xAI has surged ahead in this segment, leaving giants like OpenAI and Anthropic behind...
15:54
Artificial intelligence in the form of autonomous agents has the potential to radically transform the landscape of consumer payments, and blockchain will serve as the ideal infrastructure for this. This conclusion was reached by experts at Franklin Templeton after analyzing current trends in the digital asset space.
The traditional payment system, despite its maturity, faces a number of fundamental limitations: high fees, lengthy settlement periods, and the mandatory involvement of humans...
AI agents will become the main driver of crypto payments — analysts at Franklin Templeton
Artificial intelligence in the form of autonomous agents has the potential to radically transform the landscape of consumer payments, and blockchain will serve as the ideal infrastructure for this. This conclusion was reached by experts at Franklin Templeton after analyzing current trends in the digital asset space.The traditional payment system, despite its maturity, faces a number of fundamental limitations: high fees, lengthy settlement periods, and the mandatory involvement of humans...
15:53
Major institutional players are joining forces to ensure the long-term security of bitcoin. Strategy has announced the creation of the Bitcoin Security Consortium, which includes Anchorage Digital, ARK Invest, BlackRock, Block, Blockstream, Coinbase, Fidelity Digital Assets, Galaxy, and Strategy itself. Participants have committed $15 million over three years to fund research and development aimed at protecting the network of the first cryptocurrency...
Strategy forms the Bitcoin Security Consortium: $15 million to protect the network from quantum threats.
Major institutional players are joining forces to ensure the long-term security of bitcoin. Strategy has announced the creation of the Bitcoin Security Consortium, which includes Anchorage Digital, ARK Invest, BlackRock, Block, Blockstream, Coinbase, Fidelity Digital Assets, Galaxy, and Strategy itself. Participants have committed $15 million over three years to fund research and development aimed at protecting the network of the first cryptocurrency...
15:52
In the first half of this year, my data analysis reveals a concerning trend: 52 cases of so-called wrench attacks have been recorded — physical assaults aimed at coercing owners into transferring crypto assets. The number of such incidents increased by 33% compared to the previous period. However, the most dramatic surge occurred in the category of home invasions: the number of such attacks rose from one to 20...
CertiK Analysis: Home Invasions Have Become the Primary Threat Among Wrench Attacks in the Crypto Space
In the first half of this year, my data analysis reveals a concerning trend: 52 cases of so-called wrench attacks have been recorded — physical assaults aimed at coercing owners into transferring crypto assets. The number of such incidents increased by 33% compared to the previous period. However, the most dramatic surge occurred in the category of home invasions: the number of such attacks rose from one to 20...