‼️Smerkis left Blum — but the train has long since left.
Officially, Vladimir Smerkis is no longer a CMO and has nothing to do with the project. But, let's be honest, Blum has not been happy for a long time — and not without his participation. RIP.
What do you think about this? write your opinion in the comments.
Officially, Vladimir Smerkis is no longer a CMO and has nothing to do with the project. But, let's be honest, Blum has not been happy for a long time — and not without his participation. RIP.
What do you think about this? write your opinion in the comments.
💳 Mastercard and MoonPay to launch Global Stablecoin cards
The payment card will allow you to spend stablecoins from 150 million merchants worldwide. All payments will be automatically converted to fiat.
The infrastructure is built on the Iron platform, acquired by MoonPay in March.
So the introduction of the crypt into the daily routine has arrived.👍
The payment card will allow you to spend stablecoins from 150 million merchants worldwide. All payments will be automatically converted to fiat.
The infrastructure is built on the Iron platform, acquired by MoonPay in March.
So the introduction of the crypt into the daily routine has arrived.👍
🤑 Blum: Vladimir Smerkis was arrested
According to the court, Smerkis was charged under part 4 of Article 159 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation (fraud committed by an organized group or on an especially large scale). The sanction provides for up to 10 years in prison. The outcome of the meeting is not indicated on the portal.
Earlier, the Blum app announced that Smerkis had left the post of marketing director and was no longer involved in the development of the project.
There are no more details.:
> waiting for details…
According to the court, Smerkis was charged under part 4 of Article 159 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation (fraud committed by an organized group or on an especially large scale). The sanction provides for up to 10 years in prison. The outcome of the meeting is not indicated on the portal.
Earlier, the Blum app announced that Smerkis had left the post of marketing director and was no longer involved in the development of the project.
There are no more details.:
> waiting for details…
🇮🇩Indonesia Boosts Blockchain Analytics, Partners with Binance to Combat Crypto Crime
The Indonesian Criminal Investigation Agency (known as Bareskrim) is intensifying efforts to use blockchain analytics tools and artificial intelligence to combat crypto-related crime. A senior official at Bareskrim told Binance that the agency has seen a rise in romance scams, phishing, and deepfake schemes, and is working to counter these growing threats through better training and stronger international cooperation. The official emphasized that collaboration with crypto exchanges, wallet providers, and foreign law enforcement agencies is essential to identify suspects and freeze illicit funds.
The Indonesian Criminal Investigation Agency (known as Bareskrim) is intensifying efforts to use blockchain analytics tools and artificial intelligence to combat crypto-related crime. A senior official at Bareskrim told Binance that the agency has seen a rise in romance scams, phishing, and deepfake schemes, and is working to counter these growing threats through better training and stronger international cooperation. The official emphasized that collaboration with crypto exchanges, wallet providers, and foreign law enforcement agencies is essential to identify suspects and freeze illicit funds.
🪙Bitcoin to Reach $120,000? Here’s What Needs to Happen First, According to an Analyst🪙
As Bitcoin—the first and largest cryptocurrency—remains in the six-figure range, the market is watching closely to see whether it can surpass its current all-time high of $109,114, set in January.
This week, Blockstream CEO Adam Back remarked that "Bitcoin’s price is strangely low and could climb to $500,000 or even as high as $1 million per coin during this four-year cycle."
In a recent post on X, crypto analyst Ali stated that the next Bitcoin market peak could reach $120,000, provided the crucial $90,000 support level holds.
As Bitcoin—the first and largest cryptocurrency—remains in the six-figure range, the market is watching closely to see whether it can surpass its current all-time high of $109,114, set in January.
This week, Blockstream CEO Adam Back remarked that "Bitcoin’s price is strangely low and could climb to $500,000 or even as high as $1 million per coin during this four-year cycle."
In a recent post on X, crypto analyst Ali stated that the next Bitcoin market peak could reach $120,000, provided the crucial $90,000 support level holds.
📉Cardano Whales Retreat as ADA Price Faces Potential Death Cross📉
Cardano (ADA) is under pressure, dropping 4% in the past 24 hours and nearly 10% over the past week, with daily trading volume falling 15% to $869 million. This price and volume decline comes amid key indicators showing weakening momentum and growing market uncertainty.
From a negative shift in the BBTrend to volatile whale activity and the looming threat of a “death cross” forming on its EMAs, ADA is entering a critical phase. Whether it can hold key support levels and regain strength—or continue its downward slide—will depend on short-term market sentiment and broader crypto market conditions.
Cardano (ADA) is under pressure, dropping 4% in the past 24 hours and nearly 10% over the past week, with daily trading volume falling 15% to $869 million. This price and volume decline comes amid key indicators showing weakening momentum and growing market uncertainty.
From a negative shift in the BBTrend to volatile whale activity and the looming threat of a “death cross” forming on its EMAs, ADA is entering a critical phase. Whether it can hold key support levels and regain strength—or continue its downward slide—will depend on short-term market sentiment and broader crypto market conditions.
🤡 Blum — scam. Smerkis was arrested.
The project, which had been feeding promises for years and did not go public, turned out to be what it seemed — a dummy.
The head of the project, Vladimir Smerkis, was detained for fraud for $15+ million. The trial, the prospect of 10 years and the third scam project in his track record.
The project, which had been feeding promises for years and did not go public, turned out to be what it seemed — a dummy.
The head of the project, Vladimir Smerkis, was detained for fraud for $15+ million. The trial, the prospect of 10 years and the third scam project in his track record.
💰Bitcoin = Gold Predictions
Yesterday , for a brief moment, 1 BTC equaled 1 kg of gold — both at ~$102,900.
Crypto Twitter went wild:
• One analyst predicted XRP could hit $10,000 by 2026–2030.
• Another rumor claims the White House might revalue gold to buy $1M worth of BTC, potentially pushing Bitcoin to $150K.
Yesterday , for a brief moment, 1 BTC equaled 1 kg of gold — both at ~$102,900.
Crypto Twitter went wild:
• One analyst predicted XRP could hit $10,000 by 2026–2030.
• Another rumor claims the White House might revalue gold to buy $1M worth of BTC, potentially pushing Bitcoin to $150K.
🚀 Vitalik Buterin has introduced a new proposal focused on maintaining decentralized access to the Ethereum network during its scaling process.
He noted the importance of running independent nodes to avoid dependence on large RPC providers that can censor users. Buterin also introduces the concept of "partially static nodes", allowing access to blockchain data without having to run a full node, which will make the process easier and more private.
This initiative opens up important issues of governance and accessibility of the Ethereum network, which is critical for all users of cryptocurrencies.
#Ethereum #Decentralization #CensorshipResistance
He noted the importance of running independent nodes to avoid dependence on large RPC providers that can censor users. Buterin also introduces the concept of "partially static nodes", allowing access to blockchain data without having to run a full node, which will make the process easier and more private.
This initiative opens up important issues of governance and accessibility of the Ethereum network, which is critical for all users of cryptocurrencies.
#Ethereum #Decentralization #CensorshipResistance
🚨 Pavel Durov, co-founder of Telegram, refused to submit to pressure from the French intelligence services to censor political content before the elections in Romania.
In his post, he stressed his commitment to protecting freedom of speech, saying: "We did not block the protesters in Russia, Belarus or Iran — we will not start doing it in Europe." This statement highlights the importance of independence from State influence and raises questions about censorship and democracy in the modern world.
#censorship #freedom of speech #democracy
In his post, he stressed his commitment to protecting freedom of speech, saying: "We did not block the protesters in Russia, Belarus or Iran — we will not start doing it in Europe." This statement highlights the importance of independence from State influence and raises questions about censorship and democracy in the modern world.
#censorship #freedom of speech #democracy
🗣️ Paul Atkins, the new chairman of the SEC, announced a "new day" for the crypto industry in his first public appearance. He confirmed that the Commission will become more open to innovation, which can bring long-awaited stability for crypto investors.
Work on rules for crypto markets continues, and the growing interest from Congress in clear regulation of digital assets promises to create a legal framework for the sector.
#SEC #CryptoRegulation #CryptoNews
Work on rules for crypto markets continues, and the growing interest from Congress in clear regulation of digital assets promises to create a legal framework for the sector.
#SEC #CryptoRegulation #CryptoNews
🚀 JPMorgan is taking a step towards Bitcoin!
The bank's customers will now be able to purchase Bitcoin, which has become a significant change for the traditional banking sector. JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon, who has long criticized cryptocurrencies, noted this change at the annual investor day.
Now customers will be able to invest in Bitcoin without trusting the bank itself to store assets. This can dramatically change the investment dynamics in the cryptocurrency market and indicates the desire of large financial institutions to integrate digital assets.
#JPMorgan #Bitcoin #CryptoIntegration
The bank's customers will now be able to purchase Bitcoin, which has become a significant change for the traditional banking sector. JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon, who has long criticized cryptocurrencies, noted this change at the annual investor day.
Now customers will be able to invest in Bitcoin without trusting the bank itself to store assets. This can dramatically change the investment dynamics in the cryptocurrency market and indicates the desire of large financial institutions to integrate digital assets.
#JPMorgan #Bitcoin #CryptoIntegration
The American lost $2.4 million due to the leak of Coinbase data
Sculptor Ed Suman from Los Angeles lost his retirement savings - 17.5 BTC and 225 ETH — after he entered his seed phrase on a phishing site. The scammers obtained his personal data due to a leak of information from Coinbase.
Suman claims that he has not received any warnings from the exchange. Coinbase previously stated that less than 1% of active customers were affected, but no compensation has yet been reported.
Sculptor Ed Suman from Los Angeles lost his retirement savings - 17.5 BTC and 225 ETH — after he entered his seed phrase on a phishing site. The scammers obtained his personal data due to a leak of information from Coinbase.
Suman claims that he has not received any warnings from the exchange. Coinbase previously stated that less than 1% of active customers were affected, but no compensation has yet been reported.
🇫🇷 France has banned Pavel Durov from traveling to the United States
The Telegram founder was denied permission to travel to the United States, where he planned to meet with investors. The decision was made by the Paris Prosecutor's office on May 12, considering that "the trip does not seem necessary or justified."
Earlier, Durov said that he was under pressure from the French authorities, including the head of intelligence, to limit "conservative voices" in Telegram before the elections in Romania. Paris denies these accusations.
The Telegram founder was denied permission to travel to the United States, where he planned to meet with investors. The decision was made by the Paris Prosecutor's office on May 12, considering that "the trip does not seem necessary or justified."
Earlier, Durov said that he was under pressure from the French authorities, including the head of intelligence, to limit "conservative voices" in Telegram before the elections in Romania. Paris denies these accusations.
⚖️ Bancor sued Uniswap for patent infringement, claiming that an international automated market maker uses their technology without permission.
This move opens a new front in the legal battle in DeFi and may negatively affect innovation in the industry. The issue of intellectual property compliance is becoming increasingly relevant in the rapidly developing crypto space.
#Bancor #Uniswap #DeFi
This move opens a new front in the legal battle in DeFi and may negatively affect innovation in the industry. The issue of intellectual property compliance is becoming increasingly relevant in the rapidly developing crypto space.
#Bancor #Uniswap #DeFi