23.07.2026
14:17
Legendary investor John Paulson, who gained fame for betting against the U.S. mortgage market ahead of the 2008 crisis, is once again drawing market attention. This time, his forecast concerns precious metals. Paulson is convinced that gold has entered the initial phase of a long-term bullish trend, and the current rise is merely a prelude to a massive rally.
Central Banks and Private Investors: Gold Demand Is Expanding According to the expert, the key driver of growth is the erosion of trust in fiat currencies...
John Paulson believes the gold bull market is in its early stages.
Legendary investor John Paulson, who gained fame for betting against the U.S. mortgage market ahead of the 2008 crisis, is once again drawing market attention. This time, his forecast concerns precious metals. Paulson is convinced that gold has entered the initial phase of a long-term bullish trend, and the current rise is merely a prelude to a massive rally.Central Banks and Private Investors: Gold Demand Is Expanding According to the expert, the key driver of growth is the erosion of trust in fiat currencies...
14:15
The 21st EU sanctions package against Russia: the crypto market expects a split and increased transaction costs
Russian analysts are divided in their assessments of the impact of the European Union's 21st sanctions package on the domestic cryptocurrency market. For the first time, restrictive measures have affected the digital asset sector on such a large scale, and the ultimate effect will largely depend on whom exactly the EU categorizes as "crypto operators." Leading industry experts shared their forecasts...
14:14
The Government of Kazakhstan has officially approved the rules for strategic digital mining. The document comes into effect on August 1, marking a significant step for the entire crypto industry in the region.
The key essence of the new model is operating under an electricity quota at capped tariffs in exchange for the mandatory transfer of a portion of the mined assets. Miners seeking access to cheap energy will be required to send the mined coins to the autonomous cluster fund "Astana Hub...
Kazakhstan legalizes strategic mining: energy quotas in exchange for crypto reserves
The Government of Kazakhstan has officially approved the rules for strategic digital mining. The document comes into effect on August 1, marking a significant step for the entire crypto industry in the region.The key essence of the new model is operating under an electricity quota at capped tariffs in exchange for the mandatory transfer of a portion of the mined assets. Miners seeking access to cheap energy will be required to send the mined coins to the autonomous cluster fund "Astana Hub...
14:13
On July 23, the Verus cross-chain bridge fell victim to attackers again — this is the second incident in the last two months. This time, the damage amounted to approximately $7.54 million. The attack was carried out through a vulnerability in the smart contract import path, allowing the hacker to initiate unbacked payouts on the Ethereum side.
As a result of the hack, the attacker withdrew funds in several assets: ETH, tBTC, USDC, USDT, EURC, MKR, and scrvUSD...
The Verus bridge has come under attack again: a second hack in two months has stolen $7.54 million.
On July 23, the Verus cross-chain bridge fell victim to attackers again — this is the second incident in the last two months. This time, the damage amounted to approximately $7.54 million. The attack was carried out through a vulnerability in the smart contract import path, allowing the hacker to initiate unbacked payouts on the Ethereum side.As a result of the hack, the attacker withdrew funds in several assets: ETH, tBTC, USDC, USDT, EURC, MKR, and scrvUSD...
14:12
The digital asset sector is on the verge of a fundamental shift: in my opinion, agentic artificial intelligence could become the "killer use case" that brings cryptocurrency payments into the mainstream. Franklin Templeton's Head of Digital Assets and Innovation, Sandy Kaul, presented a compelling argument for why blockchain infrastructure, rather than traditional financial systems, will become the foundation for transactions conducted by AI agents...
AI agents will become a "killer use case" for blockchain payments: Franklin Templeton analysis
The digital asset sector is on the verge of a fundamental shift: in my opinion, agentic artificial intelligence could become the "killer use case" that brings cryptocurrency payments into the mainstream. Franklin Templeton's Head of Digital Assets and Innovation, Sandy Kaul, presented a compelling argument for why blockchain infrastructure, rather than traditional financial systems, will become the foundation for transactions conducted by AI agents...
14:11
This week, Strategy announced the creation of the Bitcoin Security Consortium — a consortium uniting the largest financial institutions and key companies in the crypto industry. The initiative aims to ensure the long-term security of the Bitcoin network, and participants have already pledged to allocate $15 million for these purposes over the next three years.
The founding members include giants such as Anchorage Digital, ARK Invest, BlackRock, Block, Blockstream, Coinbase, Fidelity Digital Assets, Galaxy, and Strategy itself...
Strategic Alliance: Leading Wall Street Giants Unite to Protect the Future of Bitcoin
This week, Strategy announced the creation of the Bitcoin Security Consortium — a consortium uniting the largest financial institutions and key companies in the crypto industry. The initiative aims to ensure the long-term security of the Bitcoin network, and participants have already pledged to allocate $15 million for these purposes over the next three years.The founding members include giants such as Anchorage Digital, ARK Invest, BlackRock, Block, Blockstream, Coinbase, Fidelity Digital Assets, Galaxy, and Strategy itself...
14:10
In the first half of 2024, my data analysis reveals an alarming trend: the number of so-called wrench attacks—physical assaults aimed at forcibly seizing crypto assets—reached 52 incidents. This is a 33% increase compared to the same period last year. Particularly noteworthy is that the share of home invasions rose from one case to 20—a sharp jump indicating a shift in attackers' tactics.
Escalation of Violence in the Crypto Sector The total damage associated with these incidents amounted to $124...
Wrench attacks on crypto investors: number of home invasions soars to 20 cases in six months
In the first half of 2024, my data analysis reveals an alarming trend: the number of so-called wrench attacks—physical assaults aimed at forcibly seizing crypto assets—reached 52 incidents. This is a 33% increase compared to the same period last year. Particularly noteworthy is that the share of home invasions rose from one case to 20—a sharp jump indicating a shift in attackers' tactics.Escalation of Violence in the Crypto Sector The total damage associated with these incidents amounted to $124...
14:07
Market Analysis: Key Trends in Crypto Industry Withdrawals
In recent weeks, I have observed a significant shift in investor behavior in the cryptocurrency market. Withdrawal flows from centralized exchanges have reached levels not seen since the start of the 2023 bull rally. This signals growing caution among large holders.
According to my data, BTC and ETH withdrawal volumes over the past 72 hours have increased by 23% compared to the average of the previous month...
According to my data, BTC and ETH withdrawal volumes over the past 72 hours have increased by 23% compared to the average of the previous month...
14:06
Market Analysis: Account Top-Up Strategies and Liquidity Management in Volatile Conditions
In the current market conditions, replenishing a trading account becomes a critical element of capital management. Every trader and investor faces the need to timely deposit funds to open positions or meet margin requirements.
Key factors influencing the decision to replenish:
Current volatility level: during sharp price movements, prompt replenishment is required to avoid position liquidation...
Key factors influencing the decision to replenish:
Current volatility level: during sharp price movements, prompt replenishment is required to avoid position liquidation...
14:05
Japan could become the next major jurisdiction to launch a spot Bitcoin ETF. According to my information, the country's Financial Services Agency (FSA) is already actively working on amending the regulatory framework to make this possible as early as the 2028 fiscal year. This move is a logical continuation of the recent reform that reclassified crypto assets from the category of "securities" to "financial instruments...
Japan aims to launch its first spot Bitcoin ETF by 2028: regulator prepares the ground
Japan could become the next major jurisdiction to launch a spot Bitcoin ETF. According to my information, the country's Financial Services Agency (FSA) is already actively working on amending the regulatory framework to make this possible as early as the 2028 fiscal year. This move is a logical continuation of the recent reform that reclassified crypto assets from the category of "securities" to "financial instruments...
14:04
Former White House Communications Director, businessman, and financier Anthony Scaramucci criticized the new ban on cryptocurrency issuance for federal officials, as outlined in the Clarity Act. The founder of SkyBridge Capital called these measures too lenient. The financier believes that ethical standards should regulate all insider trading, not just transactions involving digital assets.
Speaking on CNBC, Scaramucci identified the main cause of the problem...
The CLARITY Act will not solve the problem of insider trading in the US: expert opinion
Former White House Communications Director, businessman, and financier Anthony Scaramucci criticized the new ban on cryptocurrency issuance for federal officials, as outlined in the Clarity Act. The founder of SkyBridge Capital called these measures too lenient. The financier believes that ethical standards should regulate all insider trading, not just transactions involving digital assets.Speaking on CNBC, Scaramucci identified the main cause of the problem...
14:03
Starting July 27, the Moscow Exchange will begin calculating and publishing fixings for 23 foreign securities. The list includes shares of Coinbase, Tesla, Amazon.com, Netflix, Uber, and AMD, as well as units of the SPDR S&P 500 and Invesco QQQ exchange-traded funds, which track key U.S. indices. This step marks an important milestone in the development of the local derivatives market.
A fixing is a benchmark price reference that the exchange calculates using a unified methodology...
The Moscow Exchange launches fixings for Coinbase, Tesla, and Amazon shares: a new tool for Russian investors
Starting July 27, the Moscow Exchange will begin calculating and publishing fixings for 23 foreign securities. The list includes shares of Coinbase, Tesla, Amazon.com, Netflix, Uber, and AMD, as well as units of the SPDR S&P 500 and Invesco QQQ exchange-traded funds, which track key U.S. indices. This step marks an important milestone in the development of the local derivatives market.A fixing is a benchmark price reference that the exchange calculates using a unified methodology...
14:01
Grayscale analysts have presented a compelling argument that the current Bitcoin bottom has already been formed. The key takeaway: the future dynamics of the first cryptocurrency depend solely on the decisions of the U.S. Federal Reserve. If the Fed refrains from raising interest rates, the bearish trend may be finally over.
My analysis of historical data shows that Bitcoin corrections have always coincided with fundamental changes in the macroeconomic environment, not just the halving calendar...
Bitcoin Bottom: Grayscale's Macroeconomic Analysis Points to a Reversal if the Fed Does Not Raise Rates
Grayscale analysts have presented a compelling argument that the current Bitcoin bottom has already been formed. The key takeaway: the future dynamics of the first cryptocurrency depend solely on the decisions of the U.S. Federal Reserve. If the Fed refrains from raising interest rates, the bearish trend may be finally over.My analysis of historical data shows that Bitcoin corrections have always coincided with fundamental changes in the macroeconomic environment, not just the halving calendar...
14:00
Legendary investor John Paulson, who gained fame for betting against the U.S. mortgage market ahead of the 2008 crisis, is once again capturing market attention. This time, his forecast concerns precious metals. Paulson claims that gold is only in the early stages of a long-term bullish trend.
According to the expert, declining trust in fiat currencies is a key driver pushing investors toward gold...
John Paulson: "The Gold Bull Market Is Only in Its Infancy" — Analysis of the Billionaire's Strategy
Legendary investor John Paulson, who gained fame for betting against the U.S. mortgage market ahead of the 2008 crisis, is once again capturing market attention. This time, his forecast concerns precious metals. Paulson claims that gold is only in the early stages of a long-term bullish trend.According to the expert, declining trust in fiat currencies is a key driver pushing investors toward gold...
13:59
The Hewlett Foundation has announced the launch of a five-year grant program worth $100 million. This initiative aims to support universities, think tanks, and public organizations that study risks associated with artificial intelligence, biotechnology, and quantum computing. The main focus is on ensuring the security of critical infrastructure and developing international regulatory frameworks.
In the field of quantum technologies, the program will fund the creation of policy frameworks for the transition to post-quantum cryptography...
The Hewlett Foundation invests $100 million in advanced technology security: focusing on AI, biotechnology, and quantum technologies
The Hewlett Foundation has announced the launch of a five-year grant program worth $100 million. This initiative aims to support universities, think tanks, and public organizations that study risks associated with artificial intelligence, biotechnology, and quantum computing. The main focus is on ensuring the security of critical infrastructure and developing international regulatory frameworks.In the field of quantum technologies, the program will fund the creation of policy frameworks for the transition to post-quantum cryptography...
13:58
The Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan has officially approved the rules for strategic digital mining. The document comes into effect on August 1, and in my opinion, this is a landmark step for the entire crypto industry in the region.
The essence of the new model is simple and ambitious: miners receive electricity quotas at capped tariffs, but in exchange, they are required to transfer a portion of the mined assets to the state...
Kazakhstan has approved rules for strategic mining: energy quotas in exchange for crypto reserves
The Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan has officially approved the rules for strategic digital mining. The document comes into effect on August 1, and in my opinion, this is a landmark step for the entire crypto industry in the region.The essence of the new model is simple and ambitious: miners receive electricity quotas at capped tariffs, but in exchange, they are required to transfer a portion of the mined assets to the state...
13:57
On July 23, the Verus cross-chain bridge was attacked again — the second time in the last two months. This time, the attacker exploited a vulnerability in the contract import mechanism, allowing them to initiate unbacked payouts on the Ethereum side. As a result, the hacker withdrew assets worth approximately $7.54 million in ETH, tBTC, USDC, USDT, EURC, MKR, and scrvUSD.
An analysis of the incident conducted by Blockaid specialists shows that the attack was carried out through the same contract, using the same entry point and the same class of vulnerability as the hack on May 18, which caused $11...
Verus Bridge Re-Hacked: $7.54 Million Lost — Same Vulnerability as in May
On July 23, the Verus cross-chain bridge was attacked again — the second time in the last two months. This time, the attacker exploited a vulnerability in the contract import mechanism, allowing them to initiate unbacked payouts on the Ethereum side. As a result, the hacker withdrew assets worth approximately $7.54 million in ETH, tBTC, USDC, USDT, EURC, MKR, and scrvUSD.An analysis of the incident conducted by Blockaid specialists shows that the attack was carried out through the same contract, using the same entry point and the same class of vulnerability as the hack on May 18, which caused $11...
13:56
AI-powered intelligent agents could become the "killer use case" that brings blockchain into the mainstream of consumer payments. This conclusion follows an analysis by Sandy Kaul, Head of Digital Assets and Innovation at Franklin Templeton.
Why Traditional Infrastructure Won't Cope
The key problem with classic payment systems is high fees, settlement delays, and the mandatory involvement of humans...
AI agents will become the "killer use case" for blockchain payments: Franklin Templeton analysis
AI-powered intelligent agents could become the "killer use case" that brings blockchain into the mainstream of consumer payments. This conclusion follows an analysis by Sandy Kaul, Head of Digital Assets and Innovation at Franklin Templeton.Why Traditional Infrastructure Won't Cope
The key problem with classic payment systems is high fees, settlement delays, and the mandatory involvement of humans...
13:55
Strategy, the leading player in corporate Bitcoin accumulation, has announced the formation of the Bitcoin Security Consortium — an alliance of major financial institutions and cryptocurrency companies aimed at strengthening the long-term security of the first cryptocurrency's network. Consortium members have committed $15 million over the next three years to fund developers and researchers, as well as to educate the community on the current state of blockchain security...
The Bitcoin Security Consortium: Strategy and Industry Giants Invest $15 Million in Network Protection
Strategy, the leading player in corporate Bitcoin accumulation, has announced the formation of the Bitcoin Security Consortium — an alliance of major financial institutions and cryptocurrency companies aimed at strengthening the long-term security of the first cryptocurrency's network. Consortium members have committed $15 million over the next three years to fund developers and researchers, as well as to educate the community on the current state of blockchain security...
13:54
How to Withdraw Funds from Crypto Exchanges: Expert Analysis and Practical Recommendations
Withdrawing funds is one of the key operations for any participant in the crypto market. The safety of your assets and the speed of access to them depend on how competently you approach this process. In this article, I, Cryptalist, will break down the main aspects of withdrawing cryptocurrencies and fiat money from exchanges, based on years of experience in market analysis.
Why is it important to choose the right withdrawal method? Each exchange offers different withdrawal methods: via bank transfers, electronic wallets, or directly in cryptocurrency...
Why is it important to choose the right withdrawal method? Each exchange offers different withdrawal methods: via bank transfers, electronic wallets, or directly in cryptocurrency...
13:53
How to Safely and Efficiently Top Up Your Crypto Account: A Complete Guide from an Expert
Replenishing a cryptocurrency account is the first and perhaps most critical step for any trader or investor. How competently you approach this process affects not only the speed of entering a position but also the safety of your funds. As a leading analyst, I see mistakes users make every day, and today I will break down the key rules.
Main Methods of Replenishment There are two dominant methods in the market: bank transfer (fiat) and cryptocurrency deposit...
Main Methods of Replenishment There are two dominant methods in the market: bank transfer (fiat) and cryptocurrency deposit...
13:51
Japan is confidently moving toward launching its first spot Bitcoin ETF. According to my data, the Financial Services Agency (FSA) is already preparing the groundwork: the regulator intends to revise rules for investment trusts, adding cryptocurrencies to the list of permissible assets. This became possible after a recent reform that placed digital assets under the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act...
Japanese spot Bitcoin ETF: launch possible as early as 2028
Japan is confidently moving toward launching its first spot Bitcoin ETF. According to my data, the Financial Services Agency (FSA) is already preparing the groundwork: the regulator intends to revise rules for investment trusts, adding cryptocurrencies to the list of permissible assets. This became possible after a recent reform that placed digital assets under the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act...
13:50
Former White House Communications Director and SkyBridge Capital founder Anthony Scaramucci criticized the new ban on cryptocurrency issuance for federal officials, enshrined in the Clarity Act. In his view, these measures are merely a cosmetic gesture that does not address the root of the problem: rampant insider trading in Congress.
Speaking on CNBC, Scaramucci stated that the issue lies in the current compensation system in the U...
The CLARITY Act is not a panacea: Anthony Scaramucci on the systemic problem of insider trading in the US
Former White House Communications Director and SkyBridge Capital founder Anthony Scaramucci criticized the new ban on cryptocurrency issuance for federal officials, enshrined in the Clarity Act. In his view, these measures are merely a cosmetic gesture that does not address the root of the problem: rampant insider trading in Congress.Speaking on CNBC, Scaramucci stated that the issue lies in the current compensation system in the U...
13:49
The Moscow Exchange introduces fixings for Coinbase, Tesla, and Amazon shares: a new tool for Russian investors
The Moscow Exchange will launch the calculation and publication of fixings for 23 foreign securities starting July 27. The list includes shares of Coinbase, Tesla, Amazon.com, Netflix, Uber, and AMD, as well as units of the SPDR S&P 500 and Invesco QQQ exchange-traded funds, which track key US indices.
A fixing is a benchmark price reference that the exchange calculates using a unified methodology...
A fixing is a benchmark price reference that the exchange calculates using a unified methodology...
13:48
The Bitcoin market has once again become the focus of analysts' attention. This time, experts have presented compelling data indicating that the current bottom of the first cryptocurrency may already be in the past. However, the key variable remains the monetary policy of the U.S. Federal Reserve (Fed).
Macroeconomic backdrop as the main driver My analysis shows that historical Bitcoin downturns have always coincided not with calendar halvings, but with fundamental shifts in the macroeconomic environment...
Has Bitcoin hit bottom? Grayscale analysis: It all depends on the Fed.
The Bitcoin market has once again become the focus of analysts' attention. This time, experts have presented compelling data indicating that the current bottom of the first cryptocurrency may already be in the past. However, the key variable remains the monetary policy of the U.S. Federal Reserve (Fed).Macroeconomic backdrop as the main driver My analysis shows that historical Bitcoin downturns have always coincided not with calendar halvings, but with fundamental shifts in the macroeconomic environment...
13:46
Legendary investor John Paulson, who gained fame for betting against the U.S. mortgage market before the 2008 crisis, is once again drawing market attention. This time, his forecast concerns precious metals — according to Paulson, gold is at the initial stage of a long-term bullish trend.
Paulson is confident that the current upward momentum is far from exhausted. The key driver is the erosion of trust in fiat currencies, which is pushing investors to seek alternative assets...
John Paulson: Gold is only at the beginning of a long-term bull cycle — what this means for the market
Legendary investor John Paulson, who gained fame for betting against the U.S. mortgage market before the 2008 crisis, is once again drawing market attention. This time, his forecast concerns precious metals — according to Paulson, gold is at the initial stage of a long-term bullish trend.Paulson is confident that the current upward momentum is far from exhausted. The key driver is the erosion of trust in fiat currencies, which is pushing investors to seek alternative assets...
13:45
The market for perpetual contracts on exchange-traded funds (TradFi-Perps) is experiencing explosive growth. In the first seven months of 2026, the total trading volume in this segment exceeded $116 billion, with Binance's share reaching an impressive 74% in July. This is not just statistics — it is a marker of a fundamental shift in how traders access traditional assets through crypto infrastructure...
Binance captured 74% of the perpetual contract market for ETFs: a dominance analysis
The market for perpetual contracts on exchange-traded funds (TradFi-Perps) is experiencing explosive growth. In the first seven months of 2026, the total trading volume in this segment exceeded $116 billion, with Binance's share reaching an impressive 74% in July. This is not just statistics — it is a marker of a fundamental shift in how traders access traditional assets through crypto infrastructure...
13:44
The Hewlett Foundation is directing $100 million to ensure the security of advanced technologies.
In the context of the rapid development of technologies that bring both enormous opportunities and unprecedented risks, the Hewlett Foundation has announced a major five-year grant program totaling $100 million. These funds will be directed toward fundamental research and mitigation of threats associated with three key areas: artificial intelligence, biotechnology, and quantum computing.
Funding will be provided to leading universities, independent think tanks, and public organizations specializing in risk assessment...
Funding will be provided to leading universities, independent think tanks, and public organizations specializing in risk assessment...
13:42
The Government of Kazakhstan has officially approved the rules for strategic digital mining, which will come into effect on August 1. This is a landmark step for the republic, finally legalizing state participation in cryptocurrency mining under special conditions.
According to the document, strategic mining involves operations under a dedicated electricity quota at capped tariffs. In return, miners are required to transfer a portion of the mined assets to the state...
Kazakhstan introduces strategic mining: new rules of the game for the crypto industry
The Government of Kazakhstan has officially approved the rules for strategic digital mining, which will come into effect on August 1. This is a landmark step for the republic, finally legalizing state participation in cryptocurrency mining under special conditions.According to the document, strategic mining involves operations under a dedicated electricity quota at capped tariffs. In return, miners are required to transfer a portion of the mined assets to the state...
13:41
On July 23, the Verus cross-chain bridge was subjected to a targeted attack for the second time in two months. This time, the attacker exploited a vulnerability in the data import mechanism, allowing them to initiate unbacked payouts on the Ethereum side. As a result, approximately $7.54 million in assets were withdrawn from the protocol, including ETH, tBTC, USDC, USDT, EURC, MKR, and scrvUSD.
My analysis shows that the incident is almost identical to the hack that occurred on May 18, when hackers stole $11...
Verus Bridge Re-Hack: Hackers Withdrew $7.54 Million Again Through the Same Vulnerability
On July 23, the Verus cross-chain bridge was subjected to a targeted attack for the second time in two months. This time, the attacker exploited a vulnerability in the data import mechanism, allowing them to initiate unbacked payouts on the Ethereum side. As a result, approximately $7.54 million in assets were withdrawn from the protocol, including ETH, tBTC, USDC, USDT, EURC, MKR, and scrvUSD.My analysis shows that the incident is almost identical to the hack that occurred on May 18, when hackers stole $11...