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In the world of cybersecurity, the name ZachXBT has become synonymous with investigations and exposés. This independent blockchain researcher, known for his in-depth analyses of crypto fraud, recently criticized the popular myth of the "genius" of North Korean hackers. In his latest post on Twitter (now X), ZachXBT emphasized that these cybercriminals, linked to groups like Lazarus, are far from the "technical geniuses" they are made out to be.

We started the year 2026 with great expectations, but the January correction made many nervous. The market $BTC is at a crossroads. On one hand, there is institutional acceptance and ETFs, on the other hand, concerns about inflation risks and new trade tariffs.
Miners continue to hold coins (HODL), and network difficulty is hitting records. This indicates the belief of major players that the true peak is still ahead. However, many small investors are starting to doubt whether there will be enough fuel to break through the six-digit mark this quarter.

At the beginning of 2026, the crypto community is once again focused on Shiba Inu ($SHIB ). Despite its status as a meme coin, the project demonstrates serious ambitions. The main driver of growth becomes the Shibarium ecosystem. The expected privacy update in the second quarter of 2026, utilizing homomorphic encryption (FHE), transforms SHIB into a utility network where private smart contracts are possible.

Investment director of Bitwise Matt Hougan has once again shaken the market with his analytics. In January 2026, when the price $BTC demonstrates volatility, Hougan urges investors not to panic, but to pay attention to gold. According to him, what we are seeing now in Bitcoin is a mirror reflection of the structural breakthrough of gold that occurred in 2025.

Vitalik Buterin, co-founder of Ethereum, recently expressed his concern about the growing number of "junk" tokens and projects that are overwhelming the network. He emphasized the importance of focusing on genuine innovations and useful applications, rather than speculative schemes that do not provide real value. Buterin highlighted that the future of Ethereum depends on its ability to deliver meaningful solutions, rather than becoming a platform for quick profits.

In the last 24 hours $BTC lost about 1%, settling at $88,970. The 'Greenland Agreement' rally has fizzled out, and the market is once again looking at US macroeconomic indicators.
Key facts for today:
Support zone: $88,500 proved to be a strong price, where buyers began to buy the dip.
Inflation expectations: January forecasts in the US have been revised to 4%, putting pressure on risk assets.

Today, January 25, the FCA (British regulator) officially announced the implementation of new rules for crypto companies. This is not just "another piece of paper"; it is a game changer for the entire European market.
Why is this important?
Protection above all: Now, platforms are required to prove that their products do not harm retail investors.

The Indian cryptocurrency exchange WazirX is preparing to resume operations after a massive hack in July 2024, when hackers linked to the North Korean group Lazarus stole $235 million from the platform's multi-signature wallet. Following the incident, the exchange halted operations but recently received approval from the majority of creditors (93%) for a restructuring plan that involves returning 75-80% of the funds to users in USDT and issuing 'recovery tokens' tied to the platform's future profits.

Lomond School, a private boarding school in Helensburgh, Scotland, has announced that starting in autumn 2025, it will be the first in the UK to accept tuition payments in Bitcoin. The decision was made after numerous requests from parents who wish to use cryptocurrency. According to the administration, this aligns with the spirit of 'independent thinking and innovation', although other cryptocurrencies, such as Ethereum, will not be accepted.

The cryptocurrency platform Nexo announced its return to the US market on April 28, 2025, after a two-year hiatus caused by regulatory restrictions. In 2023, the company paid a $45 million fine to the SEC for the unregistered Earn Interest product and ceased operations in the US. The return became possible due to a change in the regulatory climate under President Trump's administration, which supports innovation in the crypto sphere.

On April 24, 2025, it became known that Twenty One Capital, a new bitcoin company led by Jack Mallers, founder of Strike, is preparing to compete with Strategy by Michael Saylor. With support from Tether, SoftBank, and Cantor Fitzgerald, the firm is launching with a portfolio of 42,000 BTC (approximately $3.9 billion), making it the third largest among public bitcoin holders. The company plans to raise $585 million through the sale of convertible bonds and a private placement of shares to build its reserves.

Bitcoin has once again captured global attention as its value surges, driven by renewed investor optimism. In early 2025, the cryptocurrency hit a new all-time high, fueled by institutional adoption and macroeconomic shifts. Major financial players, including hedge funds and tech giants, are increasingly integrating Bitcoin into their portfolios, viewing it as a hedge against inflation and currency devaluation. The recent approval of Bitcoin ETFs in multiple countries has further legitimized its place in traditional finance.
Market analysts point to the upcoming Bitcoin halving, expected to tighten supply, as a key driver of this rally. Retail investors are also jumping in, spurred by user-friendly platforms and growing acceptance of crypto payments. Despite volatility concerns, the sentiment remains bullish, with predictions of $BTC crossing $100,000 by mid-2025.
However, regulatory uncertainties loom. Governments worldwide are grappling with how to oversee crypto markets, which could impact future growth. For now, Bitcoin’s momentum is undeniable, making it a focal point for wealth creation.
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On April 28, 2025, the DeFi Education Fund appealed to the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump to stop the persecution of open-source software developers, specifically Tornado Cash co-founder Roman Storm. In a letter to White House crypto advisor David Sachs, the organization noted that criminalizing developers for the use of their code by third parties stifles innovation in the U.S. and contradicts previous FinCEN guidance, which does not classify P2P protocols as money transmitters.

Eric Trump, the son of the US president, expressed the opinion that the banking industry could disappear within the next decade if it does not adapt to blockchain technology. In his speech on CNBC, he noted that the traditional financial system is slow and expensive, while crypto applications already allow for instant and inexpensive money transfers.

🕯 The ruling People’s Party of South Korea proposed an urgent reform of the crypto market, which includes the legalization of spot ETFs and the abolition of the 'one exchange - one bank' model, which limits competition and user choice.
🟢 Key initiatives:
🔴 Approval of spot cryptocurrency ETFs (analogous to the USA)

Circle Internet Financial, the issuer of the USDC stablecoin, is preparing for an IPO with an ambitious valuation of $10 billion, rejecting Ripple's acquisition offer of $4-5 billion. This became known on May 1, 2025, following a Bloomberg report. Circle considers the offer undervalued, as the market capitalization of USDC is $61.7 billion, and the company's previous valuation in 2022 reached $9 billion. Instead, Circle is focusing on the IPO filed in April, aiming to become a public company on the NYSE under the ticker CRCL.

The announcement of an exclusive dinner for major holders of the meme coin $TRUMP featuring US President Donald Trump has acted as a catalyst for explosive growth.
📈 In the day after the announcement:
🔵 The price of TRUMP has increased by 60% — from $9 to $14.5
🔵 The number of active wallets has tripled — nearly 10,000 addresses
🔵 The transaction volume in the network exceeded $2.4 billion

In the week from May 1 to May 7, 2025, customers of the cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase lost over $45 million due to social engineering schemes, according to blockchain detective ZachXBT. The attackers posed as customer support, sending phishing emails and fake messages to gain access to accounts. According to ZachXBT, the total annual losses of Coinbase users from similar scams could exceed $330 million. He also disclosed 10 wallet addresses of the scammers, eight of which are Bitcoin addresses. Experts note that no other major exchange faces similar large-scale issues. Users are advised not to share personal data and to verify the sources of messages. Coinbase has not yet commented on the situation, but the incidents undermine trust in centralized platforms. Stay updated on cryptocurrency market news, subscribe to #MiningUpdates

On May 9, 2025, the price of Ethereum (ETH) surged sharply by 20% in 24 hours, reaching $2200, according to analysts from Coinpedia and data from Coinbase. This jump is one of the largest single-day increases in recent months, with trading volumes rising to $38.64 billion in a day. The main reason was the successful launch of the Pectra upgrade, which improved network efficiency and reduced transaction costs. Additionally, there is a growing interest from institutional investors through ETFs and accumulation by major market players. Community sentiment remains bullish, and the volume of burned tokens after the upgrade reached 38,000 ETH in a day. Will Ethereum continue to rise? Find out first by subscribing to #MiningUpdates