How to Defend Yourself Against Scammers, Corporations, and Government: Hacker’s Perspective
This piece has been written by Jesse McGraw, an activist, writer, former hacker and first person in recent U.S. history convicted for corrupting industrial control systems Nothing online is really secure by default. Every website you visit and every link you click can be logged and reviewed by your Internet Service Provider (ISP). Even though individual internet users are rarely watched in real-time without justification, it is still unnerving. I can vouch for this because I used to work as a network security analyst for a small private ISP in Dallas, Texas. There was nothing our clients did on their computers and network devices that I could not observe, log, and analyze. Many ISPs compile users' internet history logs and sell them to marketing companies. Additionally, this same information can be obtained by law enforcement agencies. Your ISP is obligated by law to cooperate with law enforcement. When you compound all these factors, it feels like the internet is preying on users. Avoiding Scammers and Con Artists Ever since the outbreak of the COVID-19, epidemic scams have risen exponentially. According to the Federal Trade Commission “[...] from January 1 until today, the FTC has gotten 18,235 reports related to COVID-19, and people reported losing $13.44 million dollars to fraud.” When it comes to avoiding scams, it’s usually enough to exercise healthy suspicion whenever you receive unsolicited links in your email, messenger, and other online accounts. Don’t click on just anything. Most scamming sites will redirect you to a malicious website, preventing you from exiting the page, while it installs malware on your device. If you’ve won a prize, it’s usually too good to be true. Similarly, avoid downloading software from untrusted third-party sites, and don’t forward chain messages, especially if the message claims to come from somebody you know and says that their Facebook account was hacked. Just leave it alone. Trust me. I used to be the attacker. Steal. Sell. Prosecute. Scammers aren’t the only adversaries who oppose our interest in controlling our own data. Digital ad metadata corporations and invasive government agencies are also an opposing force that threatens our ability to maintain secure web browsing, protection from data theft, and the opportunity to choose whether or not we want to be tracked, logged, or flagged. The adage of “if you've got nothing to hide, you've got nothing to fear” is a common statement I hear from people who welcome government-sponsored surveillance programs. That’s because most internet users only have a passive understanding of the scope of these surveillance programs. Here in the West, people may complain about being spied on, but do not really put into practice any counter-measures to frustrate or combat government spying. Even though most of us may not be engaged in criminal activity, the opinions we have may be subject to censorship criminalization. We are already living in this world. For instance, in some areas of China's Xinjiang region, immigration agency officers have been forcing travelers to install Android-based spyware, allowing the authorities to collect text messages, photos, calendar events, call logs, user accounts, and more. Border agents also have a machine that allows them to interface with iPhones to perform similar invasive functions. In the United States, I learned about an extensive profiling identity records database used by law enforcement from the assistant U.S. attorney prosecuting my criminal hacking case. I was handed several printouts from this database which included Uniform Commercial Code-1 (UCC-1) filings, possible properties owned, possible relatives, corporate affiliations, possible coworkers associated, possible names or aliases fraudulently used under your social security number, criminal record, driving record, driver’s license, accident reports, registered motor vehicles, concealed weapons permits, professional licenses, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certifications, aircrafts owned, watercrafts owned, hunting/fishing permits, bankruptcies, liens and judgments, and more. It’s kind of a people mapping/profiling system that attempts to connect the dots. Not all the data in the database is accurate, but it’s efficient. The good news is that we do not have to accept these conditions of censorship, surveillance, or scams, as if they are simply unavoidable machinations of our reality. As a former hacker, it is my firm belief that every system designed by man is prone to be broken, whether it is tangible or virtual, and the vices of big corporations and governments are far from perfect. They aren’t omniscient nor omnipotent. They are only people. Tactics Against Censorship and Surveillance The weapons of anonymity are really quite simple and effective when you use them correctly. Here is a comprehensive list of tools I encourage you to use. As with anything you install on your phone, tablet, or personal computer, it is important that you do a little research on the app before committing to it. Signal. It’s a cross-platform instant messenger that uses end-to-end encryption, which obstructs potential eavesdroppers such as telecom providers, law enforcement, most hackers, and the service itself from even having the ability to access your correspondence. They would need the cryptographic keys to decrypt messages, and they just don’t. Unlike conventional messenger services, messages aren’t stored on internet servers. Therefore, there is no user data to share with law enforcement, even if they were forced to try. This is a safe alternative to WhatsApp, the end-to-end encrypted messenger which is owned by Facebook. WhatsApp is vulnerable to hacking exploits and creates backups of user messages in an unencrypted format as well as other features that defeat the purpose of the end-to-end encryption. Signal also has a screen lock feature, as well as an option to enable users to set a timeframe from five seconds to one week that ques Signal to automatically delete messages after they are read. Tor/Tor Browser. Tor stands for The Onion Router and is cross-platform, so you can install it anywhere. You’ll need Tor if you want to descend below the surface of the common internet and access the dark web. According to the website, Tor traffic is relayed and encrypted three times as it passes over the Tor network. Web services will be able to determine if you are using Tor, and some will even block inbound connections from Tor. Nevertheless, your information will be encrypted and secure. Whenever I am testing network penetration tools from my mobile, I pipe all my internet traffic that is generated from the apps I use through Tor. This is perfect for free speech, defeating censorship, and helping to protect your online data from metadata thieves and criminal hackers. However, it is not absolutely secure. According to leaked classified National Security Agency (NSA) documents, the NSA has the capability to attack a users’ Tor connection, and to exploit certain versions of Firefox to de-anonymize encrypted Tor traffic, though this doesn’t grant them continuous access to spy on Tor users. Additionally, merely using online privacy and IP anonymizing tools without a way to accurately test them to ensure they are working properly isn’t sufficient to know you are protected. Tor has a critical bug known as TorMoil that can cause your operating system to connect to the remote host, bypassing Tor entirely. IP leaks can also occur when using a Virtual Private Network (VPN). To ensure that your phone, tablet, or PC isn’t leaking your IP address while utilizing an IP anonymizer, be sure to run an IP Leak Test. Many websites offer this testing service free of charge. NordVPN. This is a subscription-based private Virtual Private Network (VPN) service that was referred to me by a fellow hacker who works in the information security industry. Using a VPN does not create anonymity. It merely moves trust from wherever you access the internet to the servers of the VPN service you are using. This is practical if you access the internet from a particular location or ISP (home, work, school, etc.) but want to move your web traffic away. Remember, it will merely end up on the servers of your VPN service provider. Firefox. It is a cross-platform web browser capable of protecting users from ads and tracking scripts, blocking cookies that enable ads, manage passwords, private browsing, and notify users of new security threats. It’s customizable and user-friendly. Adblock will stop ads and trackers from infiltrating your web browser. I do not recommend installing many plug-ins, as this makes your browsers’ security less secure. If you create a Firefox account, you can then access your bookmarks, search history, etc from any browser. You can also create a portable version of Firefox and install it on a USB flash drive or SD card. Protonmail. This is a free email service that uses end-to-end encryption. It was founded in 2013 in Geneva, Switzerland by scientists who met at the European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN) research facility. Proton Technologies cannot decrypt user messages. However, under Swiss law, they are required to cooperate with law enforcement on criminal investigations. Still, it is safer than using Gmail, or any other mainstream email service provider. Sandboxie. I’ve been using this for years. This is an open-source sandboxing program designed for use with Microsoft Windows. It creates a virtual quarantine environment that can be run from the executable or installed without creating any changes to the local operating system. This allows users to browse insecure, risky, or untrusted websites without the risk of getting infected by malware, and to test or open suspicious programs without infecting your computer. Tails. Now we’re getting into the darker side of things. Tails stands for The Amnesic Incognito Live System. This is a security-based Debian Linux distribution designed to protect your online privacy and anonymity. All web traffic is forced to run through Tor at startup. You can run it from a DVD or USB thumb drive from just about any computer system while leaving no digital fingerprints behind. It is the government censorships’ worst nightmare. It comes equipped with all the necessary components needed to maintain online anonymity. Every activist should have a copy of TAILS. Duckduckgo. Duckduckgo is a private search engine alternative to Google. Since Google is designed to gather intelligence on its users, we want to steer away from these kinds of invasive relationships. Duckduckgo doesn't track or profile its users, which means it is not going to generate custom search results based on a users’ search history. Duckduckgo does support ads, but this feature can be disabled by the user. Startpage. This is a private proxy server-based search engine alternative from the Netherlands. Startpage anonymously requests search results from Google and then shares them with you privately. As long as you use Startpage, your web surfing will be protected. A supplementary secure browsing insulation called Anonymous View n is also available. It’s free to use. Basically, it is a reliable proxy feature that gives users an extra layer of protection to bypass tracking. There are many tools to protect yourself from scammers, corporations, and government snoops alike. Therefore, it is up to you to put them to use and to defend your personal data. If you don’t fight to defend what is yours, it will be taken away, sold, logged, and flagged. Maintaining online anonymity must be thought of as a nurturing relationship between a user and his or her data. Anonymity must be nurtured with care in order for it to work because it is becoming harder and harder to maintain. Use the tools. Make sure they are functioning correctly. In the same way that a person receives training to operate an automobile, you also have to train yourself to practice anonymity. This is the world we live in. Data is sold to the highest bidder, and it is done so without your consent. But you can take back what’s rightfully yours. 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Bitget CEO Gracy Chen says a $1t single‑day US stock wipeout is accelerating a global macro risk reset, while lower leverage helps Bitcoin act more like a neutral portfolio allocation than a pure risk punt. In the wake of a…
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCLH) Board Overhaul Fails to Lift Stock as Fuel Prices Surge
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCLH) appoints five new directors in Elliott deal, but stock falls over 20% in a month due to surging fuel costs amid Iran conflict. The post Norwegian Cruise Line (NCLH) Board Overhaul Fails to Lift Stock as Fuel Prices Surge appeared first on Blockonomi.
Nasdaq Enters Correction Zone Amid Iran Conflict and Tech Stock Selloff
The Nasdaq officially enters correction, down 11% from October highs. Iran conflict, surging gas prices, and Meta's court losses weigh on tech stocks. The post Nasdaq Enters Correction Zone Amid Iran Conflict and Tech Stock Selloff appeared first on Blockonomi.
XRP as 'Northstar': Ripple CEO Predicts Record Q1 After $2 Billion in Acquisitions
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse reveals how $2 billion in strategic acquisitions are positioning XRP as the "northstar" of global finance.
Next Crypto to Explode: DeepSnitch AI Surges on Live AI Utility With 100x Post-Launch Potential While Pi Network Turns Cautious and Monad Faces Selling Pressure
DeepSnitch AI ($DSNT) is earmarked as the next crypto to explode by investors seeking projects with real utility and massive upside. Constantly delivering results, many believe it’s 2026’s best bet. Now in its eighth stage, the presale is priced at $0.04668. Having raised $2.6 million, it’s seeing an influx of investors who believe it’s poised to be [...] The post Next Crypto to Explode: DeepSnitch AI Surges on Live AI Utility With 100x Post-Launch Potential While Pi Network Turns Cautious and Monad Faces Selling Pressure appeared first on Blockonomi.
Is Bitcoin Following 'Textbook' Pattern? Peter Brandt Says Yes
Peter Brandt says Bitcoin is not defying charts; it is obeying classical trading rules.
Bitcoin Price Rebound: Trump’s Iran Strike Pause Extension Halts BTC Downtrend Amid Global Tensions
Bitcoin Finds footing After Geopolitical Jolt Bitcoin (BTC) has shown resilience today, trimming its earlier losses and climbing back toward $69,000. This recovery comes hot on the heels of U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement to extend a pause on potential […] The post Bitcoin Price Rebound: Trump’s Iran Strike Pause Extension Halts BTC Downtrend Amid Global Tensions appeared first on Blockmanity.
Citi Maintains S&P 500 Price Target at 7,700 Amid Rising Market Headwinds
Citi maintains its S&P 500 year-end target of 7,700 despite Iran conflict, tariff risks, and AI concerns, banking on stronger earnings growth ahead. The post Citi Maintains S&P 500 Price Target at 7,700 Amid Rising Market Headwinds appeared first on Blockonomi.
Target (TGT) Stock Under Pressure as Teachers Union Launches Back-to-School Boycott
Target (TGT) stock confronts a new boycott from the 1.8M-member AFT union over the retailer's response to ICE operations in its Minneapolis headquarters. The post Target (TGT) Stock Under Pressure as Teachers Union Launches Back-to-School Boycott appeared first on Blockonomi.
Target (TGT) Stock Hit by Teachers Union Boycott Over ICE Incident Response
Target (TGT) faces boycott from 1.8M-member teachers union over its response to ICE enforcement in Minneapolis, adding pressure to its turnaround efforts. The post Target (TGT) Stock Hit by Teachers Union Boycott Over ICE Incident Response appeared first on Blockonomi.
Intercontinental Exchange Commits $600M to Polymarket Despite Regulatory Headwinds
ICE invests $600M in Polymarket, advancing blockchain prediction markets despite regulatory pressure from multiple US states. Full details inside. The post Intercontinental Exchange Commits $600M to Polymarket Despite Regulatory Headwinds appeared first on Blockonomi.
Incentive design could change retail investors' fortunes
Crypto cycles trap retail in speculation. Savings layers with capital preservation and prize incentives rewrite participation for consistent gains.
Ether traders see ‘further decline’ as ETH price slips below $2K
Ether traders said ETH price could see further downside after bulls failed to defend the $2,000 support as signs of declining demand were apparent.
XRP Defies Bitcoin's Gravity: Rare Strength Tested as -63% Drawdown Scenario Prevails
As Bitcoin slides below $67,000, XRP flashes a rare 2.48% gain in its BTC pair. With the March 27 SEC ETF deadline here, can XRP hold its ground, or will the -63% historical drawdown scenario finally be triggered?
Monthly Trading Volumes on Prediction Platforms Surpass $20 Billion
Since the beginning of the year, monthly turnover on prediction markets has surged to a record $20 billion, with the number of unique wallets tripling to 840,000. These figures were shared by analysts at TRM Labs. Source: TRM Labs. From Cryptocurrencies to Geopolitics The bulk of trading activity is driven by geopolitical events, macroeconomic indicators, and the political agenda in the United States. These have displaced cryptocurrency-focused bets, which previously dominated prediction platforms. This shift occurred amid a downturn in the digital asset sector. On Polymarket, volumes have shifted towards tariffs (116 active markets), ceasefire scenarios in Ukraine, and tensions between China and Taiwan. A contract on a US strike on Iran attracted $73 million—a record for the platform's geopolitical markets. On February 28, Polymarket set a daily record of $425 million, surpassing the peak of the 2024 US presidential election. The record was driven by the resolution of Iranian markets. The volume of bets on the Khamenei departure contract soared from $23,000 to $29.6 million in a day—a 1,275-fold increase, the largest daily jump in history. Market Structure Analysts identified four defining features of Polymarket's structure: Geopolitics dominates, but not in a single theme. Volume is fragmented among overlapping issues: leadership outcomes (Khamenei, Xi, Netanyahu), conflict scenarios (Iran, Ukraine, Venezuela), and political events (US shutdowns). US politics remains the second most significant pillar. Contracts tied to domestic political events. The market does not separate "serious" and "non-serious" events. Alongside wars, elections, and macroeconomic issues, bets in the entertainment and culture category are also in demand. Platforms do not separate contracts by instrumental classification, creating a "super app" experience where users trade various instruments on a single platform. At all levels, markets related to international relations and macroeconomics occupy the top positions. Cryptocurrencies hold a small share. Profitability and Strategies The 10 most successful wallets on Polymarket at the beginning of 2026 demonstrated three behavioral models: macro conviction — several addresses focused on decisions by the Fed, earning $3.26 million; algorithmic market-making — a user earned $3.35 million on over a million small trades on markets related to the Oscar premium; event opportunism — a trader created a wallet, played on Ethereum price fluctuations, earned $709,000, and exited. The top address earned $6.2 million across various markets, including Fed meetings, the World Cup, and the 2028 US presidential election. Six out of ten wallets traded every day for 80 days from January 1 to March 22. Source: TRM Labs. New Investments On March 27, Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) announced an investment in Polymarket. The amount was $600 million—part of previously agreed funding, under which the company will invest $2 billion in the platform. ICE also announced the possibility of purchasing Polymarket securities from existing holders for up to $40 million—this will allow increasing the stake as the current fundraising stage progresses. Terms are undisclosed, with a promise to reveal them later. Kalshi raised over $1 billion in a new funding round, increasing its valuation to $22 billion. The deal was led by Coatue Management.
BlackRock Dumps Bitcoin and Ethereum Worth $180 Million on Coinbase
BlackRock has transferred Bitcoin and Ethereum tokens worth a combined total of $180 million to Coinbase as its ETFs continue to see steady withdrawals.
Shibarium Transactions Hit Multiweek High, Up 1,451% in Four Days
Shibarium block indexing is 82% complete as daily transactions top 10,900.
European Central Bank: DeFi Platforms Risk Failing MiCA Decentralization Requirements
ECB analysis suggests major DeFi protocols including Aave, MakerDAO, and Uniswap may not satisfy MiCA decentralization criteria due to governance issues. The post European Central Bank: DeFi Platforms Risk Failing MiCA Decentralization Requirements appeared first on Blockonomi.
The Future of Technical Hiring Starts with Swiftcruit
Hiring great engineers has never been harder. Companies invest enormous time screening resumes, conducting technical interviews, and reviewing coding tests yet hiring outcomes remain unpredictable. Traditional coding assessments often fail to reflect how engineers actually work in modern environments where […] The post The Future of Technical Hiring Starts with Swiftcruit appeared first on Blockmanity.
Oil and gold rally as Iran locks down key oil route to US and Israeli allies
The blockade of the Strait of Hormuz exacerbates global energy instability, prompting economic strain and geopolitical tensions worldwide. The post Oil and gold rally as Iran locks down key oil route to US and Israeli allies appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Peter Schiff Declares Bitcoin 'Anti-Record' Following 52 Months of Price Suppression
Peter Schiff states that four years and four months after the 2021 peak, Bitcoin has still failed to show real growth despite large-scale adoption.
ICE Announces $600 Million Strategic Investment in Polymarket
Bitcoin Magazine ICE Announces $600 Million Strategic Investment in Polymarket Intercontinental Exchange has completed a $600 million direct cash investment in prediction market platform Polymarket. This post ICE Announces $600 Million Strategic Investment in Polymarket first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.
Bitcoin Miners Are Under Heavy Profit Pressure, CoinShares Finds
Bitcoin miners are coming under acute financial strain as weaker bitcoin prices, compressed hashprice and elevated network competition push much of the sector toward breakeven or below, according to CoinShares’ Q1 2026 mining report. For public miners in particular, the pressure is no longer just cyclical. It is increasingly shaping business models, treasury policy and […]
Alphabet (GOOGL) Drops 7% Amid Legal Setback — Wells Fargo Projects 41% Rally Ahead
Alphabet (GOOGL) tumbles 7% following $6M legal verdict. Wells Fargo lifts target to $397, seeing 41% upside from TPU licensing and Wiz acquisition. The post Alphabet (GOOGL) Drops 7% Amid Legal Setback — Wells Fargo Projects 41% Rally Ahead appeared first on Blockonomi.
Coinbase’s Armstrong says big banks are trying to choke off stablecoin yields
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong says big banks are “undermining” President Trump’s crypto agenda by pushing CLARITY Act language that would ban 4–5% stablecoin yields now fueling Coinbase’s $1.35b revenue line. In a Fox Business interview, Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong accused…
Brazil Permits Bitcoin Confiscation in New Crime Regulation
Brazil passes new crypto-based law that allows legal authorities to confiscate Bitcoin in the case of criminal offenses, redirecting the funds for public use.
Ripple CEO Reveals Major Banks Explore Stablecoins
TLDR Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse said major global banks are actively exploring launching their own stablecoins. Garlinghouse shared the update during a panel discussion at FII Priority Miami 2026. He stated that internal discussions are taking place at senior levels within large banking institutions. Garlinghouse questioned whether the market needs a large number of similar [...] The post Ripple CEO Reveals Major Banks Explore Stablecoins appeared first on Blockonomi.
Wedbush Analysts See 38% Rally Ahead for Apple (AAPL) Stock with $350 Price Target
Wedbush sets $350 target for Apple (AAPL) stock, pointing to 38% upside potential driven by iPhone Fold launch, AI integration, and strong earnings. The post Wedbush Analysts See 38% Rally Ahead for Apple (AAPL) Stock with $350 Price Target appeared first on Blockonomi.
WhiteWhale founder exits as Solana meme coin crashes 50%
Solana meme coin WhiteWhale has crashed about 50% after its founder quit over family pressure and “pump the price” demands, locking $13m in tokens as the meme hangover deepens. Solana (SOL) meme coin WhiteWhale has crashed by roughly 50% after…
Dogecoin (DOGE) Retraces 23% YTD to Key Support Levels: Potential Targets
Dogecoin declines 23% from the start of the year, but one key support level could save the 2026 trend.
Bitcoin Researcher Explains Why Block Reorg Was Not Malicious Attack
A blockchain researcher has stepped in to debunk circulating rumors of a malicious "selfish-mining" attack.
Nvidia (NVDA) Stock: Jim Cramer Weighs In on Whether to Buy During the Dip
Nvidia (NVDA) stock down 3% since Iran conflict started. Jim Cramer and Wells Fargo weigh in on buying opportunities and data center revenue projections. The post Nvidia (NVDA) Stock: Jim Cramer Weighs In on Whether to Buy During the Dip appeared first on Blockonomi.
Cardano Price Could Reach $2 Within Days, Trader Says
TLDR A veteran trader says Cardano could reach $2 within days if it posts consecutive 40% to 50% daily gains. Cardano currently trades at $0.2516 and would need about a 695% increase to hit the $2 target. The trader based his projection on past market cycles where ADA delivered rapid price rallies. In 2021, Cardano [...] The post Cardano Price Could Reach $2 Within Days, Trader Says appeared first on Blockonomi.
XRP Breaks Lower as Liquidations Deepen and Macro Risks Intensify Across Crypto Markets
XRP slides toward key support as bearish momentum intensifies under macro pressure and heavy liquidations, leaving the asset vulnerable to further downside while struggling to stabilize near the lower end of its trading range. XRP Downtrend Deepens as Key Support Faces Pressure At 9:11 a.m., XRP is trading at $1.33247, extending its recent decline as […]
XRP ETF Underperforms With 0 Inflows, Net Flow Crosses -$28 Million
XRP ETF is on track to record the first negative monthly netflow since launch.
Meta (META) Shares Plunge 8% Despite Massive $10B Texas AI Facility Expansion
Meta (META) stock dropped 8% after court losses, while the company boosted its El Paso AI data center investment from $1.5B to $10B—a sevenfold increase. The post Meta (META) Shares Plunge 8% Despite Massive $10B Texas AI Facility Expansion appeared first on Blockonomi.
Cardano Midnight (NIGHT) Lists on Australia’s CoinSpot
TLDR Cardano Midnight has launched on the Australia-based crypto exchange CoinSpot for active trading. CoinSpot confirmed that users can now buy sell, and trade the NIGHT token on its platform. The exchange introduced a social media giveaway campaign to promote Midnight trading. Midnight connects to the Cardano network through zero-knowledge proof technology. The token was [...] The post Cardano Midnight (NIGHT) Lists on Australia’s CoinSpot appeared first on Blockonomi.
Backpack CEO rejects OTC cash-out claims, concedes missteps on ‘witch hunts’
Backpack CEO Armani Ferrante denies BP OTC cash‑outs and downplays FDV focus as anger over “witch hunt” Sybil bans forces appeals, buybacks and a fairness rethink. Backpack founder and CEO Armani Ferrante has moved to calm a backlash around the…
BTC Crashes to $66K, ETH Dips Below $2K as Middle East War Drags On: Weekly Recap
Tomorrow will mark the first month since the war against Iran began, but there's no evident conclusion in sight.
Amazon (AMZN) Stock Dips 2% as Annapurna Labs Faces Second Executive Exit
Amazon (AMZN) stock dropped 2% after Gadi Hutt, a key Annapurna Labs director behind Trainium AI chips, departed—the second senior exit in seven months. The post Amazon (AMZN) Stock Dips 2% as Annapurna Labs Faces Second Executive Exit appeared first on Blockonomi.
Bitcoin Active Addresses Fall by Over 30% From 2025 High
Bitcoin's network activity is growing weak amid frequent market volatility, as activity addresses slump by over 30% from peak levels seen in 2025.