Vladimir Okhotnikov

SEC vs Ether: crypto strikes back The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) seems to have noticed Ether. In March, several companies associated with Ethereum received requests for information from the SEC. The experts immediately assumed that the Commission was going to file claims for illegal trading in securities. This is standard wording suggesting that the asset (in this case Ether) is a security. Frankly, such a demarche of the SEC was expected. Commissioner Gary Gensler has repeatedly argued that all cryptocurrencies except Bitcoin are securities. Ether, therefore, was by default classified as a securities, so the attack on Vitalik Buterin’s creation was just a matter of time. Even Ripple and Coinbase court decisions have not influenced the SEC’s decision. Had this been the case a year or a year and a half ago, it would certainly have caused serious fluctuations in the course of the crypto. Now, the market has received signals from the SEC completely quietly. On the one han...

The crisis of the fiat economy: this is our reality I often criticize the economic situation in the world and in particular in the United States. Why? Because it concerns everyone- it’s important for our personal lives and for business. We try to get away from fiat economics by developing our own independent cryptocurrency projects, but we live in the real world, where fiat still plays a decisive role. Discussing actual real economic processes, I do not turn to personalities, realizing that the main problem is not the personal qualities of executives of companies and even States, but the crisis of the economic model with which we came in the twenties of the 21st century. The economic model has much to do with the established role of the State, which has largely arrogated to itself the right of a "global administrator", intervening in both citizens' privacy and economic processes. At the same time, instead of a State, real personalities and elite groups hide themselves beh...

Changpeng Zhao in court: up to 3 years in prison The romantic era of Binance is over, the crypto exchange has transformed into a regular corporation. Changpeng Zhao, CEO and founder of Binance may spend the next three years in prison and pay a fine of $50M. This is what the US Department of Justice demanded in court. Zhao returned to the United States last year and voluntarily appeared before American law enforcement. It was agreed to pay Zhao and Binance themselves multimillion-dollar fines, but the imprisonment was not discussed. Zhao made a difficult decision - under the terms of the agreement, he left the CEO position and more or less participated in the management of the company. Since the beginning of 2023, pressure on the crypto exchange has been organized in all directions. Binance denied licenses, initiated investigations, and put pressure on managers. The exchange lost customers and territories. However, Zhao proved intransigent and did not want to retreat without a fight. Bi...

Tether vs Venezuela We have already discussed Tether’s intention to cooperate with the US authorities on compliance with sanctions requirements. That cooperation is taking shape now. I will say at once: I do not discuss the fairness of the sanctions imposed; I do not have any sympathy of the absolute majority of sanctioned characters. Now there is a question about the influence of someone on the crypto business.  A long-standing problem has now emerged: the US has imposed sanctions on Venezuela’s oil and gas exports. Venezuela has announced that it will evade sanctions with cryptocurrencies and, above all, with the USDT. Perhaps Venezuelan officials did not read the press and therefore did not know about Tether’s statement about cooperation with American authorities. Tether, in full compliance with the previous statement, announced the blocking of all wallets related to attempts to evade American sanctions. Once again, the regime in Venezuela can never attract the sympathy of a lib...

Donald Trump and cryptocurrencies Extravagant former US President Donald Trump has repeatedly pronounced diametrically opposed opinions about cryptocurrencies - from critical to neutral-positive. At least at the level of statements, he cannot be attributed to crypto-enthusiasts. His position was firm only in relation to the "state" digital money called Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC). He stated that its development should be stopped immediately, as their release would mean direct interference by the state in business and private life. However, CBDC is a separate specific asset and cannot be considered a "traditional" cryptocurrency, despite the use of blockchain elements. Trump’s real actions speak louder than any statement. It turns out that the ex-president has fairly serious crypto-assets and receives a significant profit from them. Donald Trump’s crypto portfolio in current prices is estimated at $5.7M. The amount may be small compared to his other assets, ...

Happy Bitcoin Halving Friends, the reward for mining a block in the Bitcoin blockchain has been halved - now miners receive not 6.25 BTC, but 3.125 BTC. Don't underestimate the market: history shows that halving only increases the value of Bitcoin in the long term. At the same time, according to OKLink, record high block income remains despite the halving: on average, the reward is 21.74 BTC per block instead of 3.125 BTC due to increased commissions. #btc #bitcoin #halving #miner 

Vladimir Okhotnikov: Navigating Future Realities Check out this insightful article delving into the visionary perspective of Vladimir Okhotnikov on foreseeing the future amidst current realities. Okhotnikov's ability to discern trends and anticipate future actions is truly remarkable. #FutureVision #CryptocurrencyExpert #Decentralization #FinancialCrisis #BlockchainRevolution

Okhotnikov Analyzes Ethereum Blockchain Replacement Possibility The recent analysis by Okhotnikov delves into the potential consequences if the SEC declares Ether a security. Expert insights shed light on the technical intricacies of blockchain and its implications for the DeFi market. Learn more about the future of decentralized finance and the evolving landscape of blockchain technology. #Ethereum #Blockchain #DeFi #Cryptocurrency #SEC  

Vladimir Okhotnikov sheds light on the philosophy of decentralization, challenging traditional centralized systems in governance and business freedom From critiquing state regulation to advocating for decentralized models, Okhotnikov explores the evolution of social orders and the feasibility of true democracy. Can decentralization pave the way for a more equitable and efficient future? #Decentralization #Philosophy #Governance #Democracy #BlockchainRevolution

About Regulation of the Stablecoins Market There’s a bill in the US Congress to regulate the production and use of stablecoins. When the first stablecoins appeared, this caused some confusion among financiers: it was like surrogate money and had serious signs of fraud. Imagine, someone put out a piece of paper and said it was worth the dollar.  Theoretically, the entire volume of issued stablecoins can be secured by assets equal in value to their face value. The issue is the quality of these assets. Initially, the main task of the stablecoins was to organize a "bridge" between cryptocurrencies and the fiat. After efficiency which was shown up by stablecoins on crypto exchanges, and the infrastructure for their quick exchange for fiats appeared, the application options expanded considerably. In Latin America, which suffers from inflation, the USDT is quite successful as an alternative to national currencies, and is used in various trades. This situation should have been of int...

Understanding the Threats to Decentralized Exchanges: A Deep Dive into KYC, AML, and Bear Market Dynamics Delve into the complexities facing decentralized exchanges in the midst of tightening regulations and market downturns. Vladimir Okhotnikov provides valuable insights into the challenges of the crypto industry. Are we ready for what lies ahead? #Cryptocurrency #Regulation #BearMarket #KYC #AML

Without CBDC Banks Risk Losing Influence What Vladimir Okhotnikov Says About the SEC With the general increase in the popularity of cryptocurrencies in society, not only in the sense of speculation, but also in the context of expanding access to financial resources, the authorities are beginning to become active. We may soon be faced with a situation where central banks come under fire. Just look at what Christine Lagarde, a representative of the European Central Bank, says: she expresses fears about the loss of their anchor role, emphasizing that without digital currencies central banks risk losing relevance. Lagarde notes the need to respond to demands in the field of digital payments, but no one is immediately demanding the introduction of central bank digital currencies - CBDC. According to her, this is more an attempt by central bankers to strengthen their control. Thus, she is trying to absolve herself of responsibility, citing the fact that banks themselves will soon ask to intr...

Vladimir Okhotnikov shares insights on Liberland's groundbreaking vision for a futuristic society driven by virtual reality and blockchain From meritocracy to voluntary taxation, Liberland showcases innovative approaches to governance. Okhotnikov emphasizes the importance of equal access to metaverse technology to tackle social inequalities. With metaverses shaping our future, traditional norms are evolving, and skills hold the key to value. #Liberland #VirtualReality #Blockchain #Metaverse #Innovation

Vladimir Okhotnikov sheds light on investor and trader woes in his latest article "The Greater Fool Theory" Don't miss out on his insights into how FOMO and herd mentality drive economic downturns. Read to avoid falling into the trap of speculative buying and selling! #InvestorProblems #TraderWoes #GreaterFoolTheory #FinancialLiteracy #MarketInsights

The Manhunt Will Begin This Summer Once Chat GPT 5 Is Released The next five years will be a renaissance in the world of artificial intelligence. Just as humanity experienced a period of incredible intellectual and creative growth during the Renaissance, modern AI is preparing to take a leap. This will be a time when the boundaries between man and machine become blurred, like shadows at dusk. We will enter an era where it will become increasingly difficult to discern where human intelligence ends and artificial intelligence begins. Like a mirror reflecting our faces, AI will become a reflection of our consciousness, digitally embodying our thoughts, emotions and creativity. In this new world, machine learning will become a powerful source of creativity. Like the great artists of the Renaissance, AI will shape the minds and opinions of the masses, exerting influence through social networks, instant messengers, websites and the entire Internet in general. His hands will create in decades...