Vladimir Okhotnikov

  Why Governments Are Targeting Bitcoin A new race is heating up in the world, and this time the target is not gold or oil, but Bitcoin. Governments are actively seeking to accumulate the first cryptocurrency, seeing it as an important strategic asset. This trend is supported by macroeconomic instability and the election of the pro-cryptocurrency US President, Donald Trump. The problem of depreciation of traditional currencies is forcing governments to look for ways to protect their assets. Since 2020, Americans have lost about 25% of the dollar’s purchasing power and this only increases interest in digital assets that are not subject to inflation. This is confirmed by the example of Bhutan and El Salvador, which are already betting on cryptocurrency, using their advantage as relatively small players in the geopolitical arena. National debt problems are also fueling interest in Bitcoin. Over the past 90 days, the US debt has grown by $850 billion, even if these funds were invested in B

  Tyler Winklevoss: Gary Gensler Is Embodiment of Evil The crypto industry continues to be shaken, and this time its defenders did not mince words. The head of the Gemini crypto exchange, Tyler Winklevoss, harshly criticized the chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Gary Gensler. In his post on the X platform, Winklevoss bluntly called Gensler "the embodiment of evil" and said that no apology can repair the damage incurred. Winklevoss' criticism came amid rumors about Gensler's possible resignation after Donald Trump's victory in the presidential election on November 5. Tyler did not hide his emotions, calling the actions of the SEC head "a carefully thought-out plan to implement a personal political agenda." He noted that Gensler can no longer be trusted with any authority. During his tenure, Gensler led numerous lawsuits against crypto giants like Binance, Coinbase, and Ripple. According to Winklevoss, these were deliberate actions

  Bitcoin is Approaching 100K. What’s on the Horizon?  Crypto traders and investors are celebrating as Bitcoin finally nears the long-awaited $100K milestone. Not everyone made it through the arduous wait. At the time of writing. However, it’s the moment of triumph for those who did.  At the time of writing, Bitcoin briefly surged past its all-time high of $93,000 and then entered a correction phase. It was critical to break through the psychological barrier of $90,000 for further growth. The experts largely agree that the potential of the market is far from tapped out. In fact, talk of "missing the train" would only become relevant if Bitcoin crosses the $500K threshold. Can you imagine that? The fact that such figures are seriously discussed already is impressive. Predicting such astronomical growth in the near future is challenging, even when looking a year  ahead. For now, the sentiment is euphoric. Having analyzed previous halving cycles, the analyst of Rekt Capital, sug

  Regulation, Instead of Stifling: Crypto Firms Seek a Balanced SEC Approach Donald Trump is known for his unpredictable approach to appointments. However, his plan to fire Gary Gensler, the SEC Chair, wasn't a surprise for the crypto community. He announced his plans to dismiss him long before his victory, and I covered it here , so this was a somewhat anticipated move.  Despite his ongoing regulatory efforts and track record of hefty fines, the SEC head is perceived as a relic of the past. He has still been sticking to the outdated frameworks, which are believed to hinder the growth of the crypto sector.  Daily headlines report on potential new Trump appointments, many of whom are pro-crypto figures. Republicans are increasing their influence on cryptocurrency regulation in the United States. This signals a new era of crypto industry development. It will focus on a shift from limitations imposed on the crypto industry to fostering its development and embracing innovation. The cry

  Our purchases will soon become "smarter": the EU introduces digital passports for products! By 2027, every product in Europe will receive its own unique QR code or NFC tag. Just scan the label on your jeans or a new smartphone - and immediately learn the entire history of the product: where and how it was produced, what carbon footprint it left, how to dispose of it correctly. No secrets! This is not just a cool feature, but an important step towards conscious consumption. Now manufacturers will not be able to hide "inconvenient" information about their products. And you and I will be able to make a truly conscious choice! I wonder how soon this practice will spread beyond the EU? #SmartShopping #Ecology #ConsciousConsumption #FutureIsClose #DigitalTechnologies

  Singapore and France are Getting Ready for a Quantum Future Do you know what's most impressive? The central banks of these countries are not waiting for quantum computers to become a real threat, but are acting proactively! They are already testing new security systems that can withstand the power of quantum computing. Hackers can already collect encrypted data now in order to decrypt it later, when sufficiently powerful quantum computers appear. Sounds like a plot for a techno thriller, right? But the most interesting thing is that they started with simple things: protecting regular email in Outlook! It's like training for a big marathon. The next step is to protect the entire international banking system. #Cybersecurity #FinTech #QuantumTechnologies #Future #Innovation #DigitalSecurity