Vladimir Okhotnikov

Exciting Insights on Marketplaces in Metaverses Dive into the future of online trading with Vladimir Okhotnikov as he explores the evolution of marketplaces and predicts the rise of a groundbreaking format - marketplaces in the Metaverse. #MetaverseMarketplaces #DigitalCommerce #FutureofTrading #BlockchainInnovation #VirtualEconomy

25 years in prison for SBF The FTX crypto-exchange epic is over for its former Sam Bankman-Fried. The final was a sad one - SBF will have to spend 25 years in prison. However, there is a chance that he will get out earlier, but in any case, he will pay a significant part of his life for mistakes. As the process progressed, I changed my attitude towards SBF. At first, I was convinced that the charges were unfair and that he was being prosecuted on false charges. However, there were testimonies of witnesses, facts were given, and these facts showed at least incorrect actions. And then I thought that the SBF’s actions were dictated by his infantilism. Imagine a big kid who got a cool toy. He will admire, play, but one day do something destructive. Like ripping the head off a teddy bear or just trading a classmate for something else. There were frankly stupid acts that seemed to confirm my conclusion. For example, a threatening call to a witness during a trial is an emotional and childish ...

BlackRock and Blockchain: Vladimir Okhotnikov about digitization Until a few years ago, the head of BlackRock Larry Fink was extremely negative about cryptocurrencies. Today, however, his position has changed dramatically, and BlackRock has become a major player and lobbyist in the crypto business. At least that’s the impression that outsiders can get. Indeed, in the second half of the past year, 2023, an investment giant entered the race for Bitcoin-ETF. At this point, experts have lost the last doubt that Bitcoin-ETF will be approved - BlackRock has a remarkable history of approved ETF, and if it has applied for approval, then it is confident of success. The transformation of the position of the world’s largest investment fund may seem illogical - BlackRock is the least similar to the rebel with a portrait of Che Guevara in the office.  What’s going on here?  The crypto business has developed a specific reputation over the past decade, poorly compatible with the somewhat co...

SEC vs Coinbase. Another FTX. Along the DEXs’ path Coinbase now stands at a crossroads: either it will restore trust and provide a safety net. Or it will be on a path to failure, which will doom cryptocurrencies to lose trust among the masses. The fate of investors now depends on which path the company chooses . A recent US federal court decision , denying Coinbase's motion to dismiss the lawsuit of the Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC) has potentially devastating consequences not only for the exchange itself, but for the entire cryptocurrency industry. In short, the court found that the SEC presented sufficient evidence that Coinbase operated as an unregistered securities exchange, broker, and clearing agency in violation of federal securities laws. Even more troubling is the finding that the exchange's staking program was actually offering unregistered securities. This decision is a strike at the heart of Coinbase's business model and undermines its main so...

Gambling Is a Breeding Ground for Terrorism The European Union voted to ban the use of cryptocurrency payments fearing a surge in terrorism Briefly, what we are talking about. An agreement between the Council of the European Union and the European Parliament to tighten anti-money laundering rules includes creating a single register of beneficial owners of companies, strengthening controls over cryptocurrency platforms and preventing money laundering through gambling.   The agreement also provides for strengthening cooperation between national anti-money laundering authorities. The new rules should help improve transparency and prevent the EU financial system from being used for criminal activities. In addition, the new body will be given the authority to conduct inspections and investigations into financial crimes across multiple jurisdictions. Let me remind you that this decision is part of a new set of anti-money laundering laws on the continent. Of course, the rule goes against...

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Exciting News in the World of P2E Games Vladimir Okhotnikov, a prominent crypto enthusiast and financial expert, shares his insights on the future of gaming in a recent article. Get ready for a game-changing turn in the industry! #P2E #GameFi #CryptoGaming #FutureOfGaming #BlockchainRevolution  

The SEC was defeated in court There’s been an interesting incident in the United States in Utah. Perhaps for the first time, the US Securities Commission received a very strong judicial warning. So far the courts have been loyal to almost any demands of the commission.  The exceptions were the Bitcoin-ETF claim process and the Ripple lawsuit. There were still losing court decisions, but they seemed to be unfortunate misunderstandings and most of the cases went unnoticed. Now, however, what happened before seemed unthinkable. There was a lawsuit, and the SEC was accusing DEBT Box of defrauding investors for $49M. Together with the lawsuit, the commission requested the court to freeze funds in the accounts of DEBT Box.  The judge accepted the suit and complied with the wishes of the SEC: he froze the company’s assets and introduced arbitration. Of course, this has critically affected the business, DEBT Box suffered losses. For the SEC everything had been spoiled by the staff spe...

SEC vs Ethereum   Fortune reported that the US SEC is investigating several crypto companies and is considering classifying Ether as a security. How realistic is this news? I have no doubt that the commission may well take such a step. Recently, the SEC has faced setbacks. The forced approval of Bitcoin-ETF has boosted the market, while SEC Chairman Gary Gensler has already several times spoken extremely negatively about Bitcoin. The recognition of ETH as a security would deal a serious blow to many crypto-companies. ETH - the second most capitalized cryptocurrency, it is used in many projects. Thousands of companies may be threatened with prosecution. How fair is the SEC requirement? They are absolutely unjust. Indeed, on formal grounds some cryptocurrencies can be considered securities. Moreover, the blockchain is convenient for issuing securities based on it, however, this does not concern the Ethereum. Even superficial analysis with Howie’s test shows that we’re looking at anyt...

Intriguing Insights on NFTs Ever pondered why people collect stamps, splurge on auctioned paintings, or own cars that rarely hit the road? The same curiosity extends to the realm of NFTs. Some are drawn by the allure of owning unique digital items, akin to collecting. For others, it's a thrilling game, akin to sports. Status elevation in exclusive circles or a nod to modern trends also propels NFT purchases. And let's not forget the wealthy, seeking new avenues to invest big bucks. Curious about the intersection of technology and finance? Dive into Vladimir Okhotnikov's insightful analysis . His deep dive into economic, legal, and social facets of new tech sheds light on the latest trends. #NFTs #DigitalOwnership #VladimirOkhotnikov #TechTrends #BlockchainRevolution

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Who Owns the Mr. 100 Cryptowallet and What Does Upbit Have to Do With it?  Over the past two months, I've been keeping a close eye on the unusual activity of one Bitcoin wallet nicknamed "Mr. 100." This wallet regularly received deposits of exactly 100 BTC every few days, which led to certain thoughts. Upon deeper analysis, I noticed natural connections between this address and the well-known wallets of the large South Korean exchange Upbit. Having studied the transactions, I came to the conclusion that the so-called “Mr. 100” is highly likely to be a cold wallet of this exchange. The wallet in question , identified by the address "1Ay8v" with a balance of 52,996.88 BTC, has attracted the attention of other crypto enthusiasts. Debate about its origins has reignited on social media, sparking speculation about the identity of its owner, including rumors of a connection to a Qatari billionaire. The key observations that led me to make this assumption were the follo...