Mining Updates

Скандал року: згідно з новим розслідуванням, іранські військові структури, ймовірно, вивели понад $1 мільярд у криптовалюті через британські криптобіржі. Ця шокуюча інформація свідчить про використання цифрових активів для обходу міжнародних санкцій та фінансування діяльності, яка викликає занепокоєння у світової спільноти.
Розслідування вказує на складні схеми, що включають використання декількох облікових записів, міксерів та "підставних" компаній для приховування джерела походження коштів. Британські біржі, які стали транзитними пунктами для цих операцій, тепер перебувають під пильною увагою регуляторів, яким закидають недостатній контроль за дотриманням правил боротьби з відмиванням грошей (AML) та знання свого клієнта (KYC).
Цей інцидент є серйозним викликом для репутації Великобританії як фінансового центру та підкреслює глобальну проблему використання криптовалют для незаконної діяльності. Він також посилює тиск на уряди та регуляторні органи у всьому світі щодо розробки більш ефективних механізмів відстеження та контролю за криптоактивами, особливо у контексті національної безпеки та геополітики.
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Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has once again raised an important discussion about the future of digital assets, focusing on the challenges of decentralized stablecoins (such as RAI or DAI). In his view, current models face three fundamental obstacles that prevent them from becoming a fully viable alternative to centralized giants like USDT or USDC.

After the latest adjustment, Bitcoin mining difficulty has dropped by 1.2% for the first time in a long while. This noticeable decline, although not a record, holds significant importance for the entire Bitcoin ecosystem and, in particular, for miners. The adjustment occurred at block 820,000, marking the first decrease in difficulty after several consecutive increases.

Banking giant BNY Mellon has taken a significant step into the world of decentralized finance, announcing the launch of its innovative tokenized deposits service. This initiative is part of the bank's strategy to integrate blockchain technology into traditional financial infrastructure and opens up new opportunities for investors.

Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin publicly expressed support for Oleksii Perets, the developer of Tornado Cash, who is currently detained in the Netherlands on charges of aiding money laundering. Vitalik's statement sparked widespread resonance within the crypto community and drew attention to fundamental issues regarding decentralization, privacy, and developer accountability.

The company xAI, founded by Elon Musk, has announced ambitious plans to invest $20 billion in building a new, ultra-powerful data center on the territory of the United States. This massive investment underscores the rapid development of the artificial intelligence field and xAI's intention to become a key player in the race for dominance in this technology.

Indian tax authorities have faced serious challenges in tracking and taxing cryptocurrency transactions. Statements by officials from the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) highlight technological and regulatory difficulties that complicate the effective monitoring of billions of dollars circulating in the local crypto market.

In the United States, an active investigation is underway against several major Bitcoin ATM operators (BTM). The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), the Department of Justice (DOJ), and other federal agencies are examining the activities of these companies for violations of anti-money laundering (AML) and terrorism financing laws.

2025 marked a turning point for gold exchange-traded funds (ETFs), which attracted a massive volume of capital, surpassing all previous records. According to analysts, net inflows into global gold ETFs reached a record $50 billion, reflecting a shift in investment sentiment amid global economic uncertainty.

The cryptocurrency market was shaken by news of a major hack on the DeFi protocol Truebit, which is based on the Ethereum network. As a result of exploiting a vulnerability in the smart contract, attackers stole 8,535 $ETH , equivalent to approximately $26.6 million at current exchange rates.
The incident occurred on January 8-9, 2026. According to analysts from PeckShield and CertiK, hackers exploited a mathematical error (integer overflow) in the old contract code, originally deployed in 2021. This allowed them to mint native TRU tokens at an artificially reduced price and instantly exchange them for Ethereum.

Binance, one of the largest cryptocurrency exchanges in the world, has taken a significant step towards integrating traditional financial assets (TradFi) into its ecosystem. Recently, the platform launched perpetual contracts on precious metals — gold and silver. This initiative allows users to gain exposure to these classic assets through a cryptocurrency exchange, using the USDT stablecoin as margin.

Leading JPMorgan analysts reported an important technical signal indicating the end of a prolonged correction in the cryptocurrency market. According to their assessment, key metrics—such as the ratio of profitable/unprofitable addresses, hash rate dynamics, and the behavior of major institutional players—have reached levels characteristic of a local bottom.

Florida state continues to actively explore blockchain and cryptocurrency opportunities. State lawmakers are preparing to review a new bill proposing the creation of a crypto reserve. This initiative could be a significant step toward integrating digital assets into the state's treasury and financial system.

According to the latest report from the analytics company Chainalysis, the landscape of cryptocurrency crime has undergone significant changes. For a long time, Bitcoin was considered the primary tool for illegal operations, but the situation has changed: attackers are increasingly favoring stablecoins.
Why has the focus shifted?

Optimism Foundation has announced an ambitious monthly token buyback plan $OP , marking a significant step towards supporting the stability and long-term development of the Optimism ecosystem. This initiative aims to reduce the circulating supply of tokens, which could potentially lead to an increase in their value and encourage network participation.