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news.bitcoin.com Ethereum OG Dumps $188M Near $2,040, Buys Back ETH 23% Cheaper

A long-dormant Ethereum investor sold about $188 million in ether and related tokens just before this month’s market crash, then began buying back at sharply lower prices, completing a textbook round trip. A Well-Timed Exit The investor who has been holding coins since the network’s early days sold 60,000 ETH worth about $117.25 million and […]

forklog.media TechCrunch: Token-Based Payments Reshape AI Market

The shift of GitHub Copilot to token-based payments could signal a reevaluation of pricing and limits in the AI product market. This conclusion was drawn by TechCrunch following the Equity podcast. The discussion was prompted by changes in GitHub Copilot's pricing. Microsoft transitioned some users from a fixed subscription to a model based on the number of "building blocks" of processed information. A Reddit user described the situation as a "token-pocalypse" amid the sharp rise in AI tool expenses. In the podcast, TechCrunch editors Anthony Ha, Kirsten Korosec, and Sean O’Kane linked the potential price reevaluation to the high cost of developing and maintaining AI models. Ha noted that a significant portion of the market is still subsidized by investor capital, meaning some costs may eventually shift to end users. He assessed that companies like Anthropic, as they prepare for an IPO, will need to better explain to investors their path to reducing costs and achieving profitability. O’Kane cited Uber as an example. He mentioned that the company quickly exhausted its budget for AI tools and subsequently began restricting internal use. He doubted that model developers could reduce technology costs quickly enough to align with customers' willingness to pay. Korosec added that pricing approaches in the AI sector are changing too rapidly. In her view, the "token-maxing" trend became noticeable within a few months and has irritated the market. She also pointed to increased regulation in the US: On June 2, 2026, President Donald Trump signed an order allowing authorities to inspect powerful AI models before public release, as mentioned in the discussion. In May, Gartner analysts forecasted AI spending to grow to $2.59 trillion in 2026.

forklog.media ZEC Surges 41.5% Following Critical Network Vulnerability

Josh Swihart, founder of Zcash Open Development Lab (ZODL), announced the resolution of a critical vulnerability in the Orchard shielded pool. Following this, the asset's prices began to recover from a significant decline. https://t.co/9gaPMvTc9G— Josh Swihart 🛡 (@jswihart) June 7, 2026 According to Swihart, the fix was implemented in two phases. Initially, the team conducted a soft fork to temporarily disable transactions in Orchard. This reduced the risk of bug exploitation without prematurely disclosing technical details. The second phase was the NU6.2 hard fork, activated on June 3. After the update, the pool's functionality was fully restored. The critical flaw in the Proof-of-Concept scheme of Orchard was discovered by independent researcher Taylor Hornby during an audit for Shielded Labs. The bug theoretically allowed for unlimited fake issuance of ZEC. However, Shielded Labs stated that actual exploitation of the vulnerability was unlikely. Following the disclosure on June 4, the price of the privacy coin plummeted by more than 50%. The incident sparked criticism from community members. Notably, BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes announced the complete liquidation of his position in the token. In addressing the aftermath, ZODL coordinated with mining pools ViaBTC and Foundry, as well as exchanges, to conduct code reviews of the fixes. "We not only solved the problem but also practically tested incident response processes, strengthening the network's resilience," Swihart emphasized. At the time of writing, ZEC is trading at $429.08. Over the past day, the privacy coin has gained 13.5%, recovering 41.5% from the lows of June 5. Hourly chart of ZEC/USDT on Binance. Source: TradingView. Concurrently, ZODL, in collaboration with the Zcash Foundation and Shielded Labs, presented a proposal for network upgrades and the creation of a new pool, Ironwood. It is expected to be based on Orchard but will undergo additional independent audits and formal verification. In May, the price of the privacy coin broke the $585 mark for the first time since November 2025.

forklog.media U.S. Spot Bitcoin ETFs See $1.72 Billion Outflow in a Week

From June 1 to June 5, U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs experienced a net outflow of $1.72 billion. This marks the largest weekly withdrawal in over a year, according to The Block, citing SoSoValue. The largest outflow was from BlackRock's IBIT, amounting to approximately $1.34 billion. Amid weakening flows, Bitcoin fell to $61,195 but later recovered above $63,000.

news.bitcoin.com Trader Nails BTC Bottom: Buys $98.9M Bitcoin at $59,734 and Nets $3.5M Profit in Two Days

A single whale bought 1,656 BTC worth about $98.9 million almost exactly at this month’s local bottom, then booked roughly $3.5 million in paper profit within two days as bitcoin rebounded. Buying the Exact Bottom The purchase landed as bitcoin carved out its weakest level of 2026, touching an intraday low near $59,100 on June […]

cryptobriefing.com Ukrainian drones strike St Petersburg during SPIEF 2026, sending smoke plume over Russia’s flagship economic forum

The drone strikes during SPIEF 2026 highlight vulnerabilities in Russia's security, potentially deterring foreign investment and impacting markets. The post Ukrainian drones strike St Petersburg during SPIEF 2026, sending smoke plume over Russia’s flagship economic forum appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

forklog.media Classiq and UC Chile Explore Quantum Algorithms for Medical Imaging

Classiq and Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile have initiated a 12-month project to develop hybrid quantum algorithms for the analysis of biomedical images and computational pathology, according to a press release. Initially, the team will focus on kidney pathologies, including lesion classification, glomeruli segmentation, and pattern detection in histological images. The project will utilize the Classiq platform and NVIDIA CUDA-Q; the selected algorithms will be simulated on NVIDIA infrastructure, executed on IonQ quantum hardware, and compared with classical machine learning methods.

forklog.media JPMorgan Suggests Strategy Boost Dollar Reserves

Strategy will need to increase its dollar reserves to restore market confidence in the company's financial model, reports The Block, citing a JPMorgan report. The firm established a dollar reserve on December 1, 2025. Initially, it amounted to $1.44 billion. The funds were allocated for dividend payments on preferred shares and interest on debt. The minimum reserve goal is to cover at least 12 months of such payments, with a long-term target of 24 months or more. As of May 31, 2026, the reserve had decreased to $900 million. Strategy explained that it may adjust the reserve size based on market conditions and liquidity needs. On June 1, the company disclosed the sale of 32 BTC for approximately $2.5 million at an average price of $77,135. The funds were used for STRC payments. This was the first Bitcoin sale since late 2022. As of May 31, Strategy held 843,706 BTC with an average purchase price of $75,699. Experts believe the Bitcoin sale alarmed industry participants. The transaction heightened concerns about further liquidations to ensure shareholder payments. Strategy indicated that it determines the dollar reserve size considering STRC demand, credit risk, and market conditions. The company also considered selling Bitcoin if deemed advantageous. According to the JPMorgan report, the company's current fiat reserves are sufficient for only 6.3 months of dividend payments. Experts emphasized that Strategy needs to increase its dollar reserves to alleviate investor concerns. JPMorgan also noted that positive trends in the crypto market in the second half of the year will depend on the transparency of the company's financial strategy and the prospects of the CLARITY Act being adopted. In June, Grayscale analysts described Strategy's first Bitcoin sale in a long time as a "stress test" of its financial model.

cryptobriefing.com Over $5.7 billion in long positions liquidated in 7 days as crypto markets face worst week since FTX collapse

The recent crypto market turmoil highlights the risks of overleveraging and the fragility of investor sentiment, impacting market stability. The post Over $5.7 billion in long positions liquidated in 7 days as crypto markets face worst week since FTX collapse appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

bitcoinist.com JPMorgan Warns Strategy’s Bitcoin Sale Spooked Markets

JPMorgan analysts say Strategy’s last week sale of 32 bitcoin unsettled crypto markets and may force Michael Saylor’s company to rebuild its dollar reserves to restore confidence among investors. The warning comes as the bank turns more cautious on crypto, citing weaker capital flows, bitcoin’s break below estimated production cost, and reduced confidence in US […]

news.bitcoin.com Ethereum OG Dumps $188M Near $2,040, Buys Back ETH 23% Cheaper

A long-dormant Ethereum investor sold about $188 million in ether and related tokens just before this month’s market crash, then began buying back at sharply lower prices, completing a textbook round trip. A Well-Timed Exit The investor who has been holding coins since the network’s early days sold 60,000 ETH worth about $117.25 million and […]

cryptobriefing.com Rajiv Jain: AI’s economic viability is questionable, the importance of business fundamentals in volatile markets, and why active management is essential for long-term success | Capital Allocators

AI's economic viability is under scrutiny despite leading firms generating substantial revenue amid high losses. The post Rajiv Jain: AI’s economic viability is questionable, the importance of business fundamentals in volatile markets, and why active management is essential for long-term success | Capital Allocators appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

blockonomi.com Bitcoin Crash: What Triggers Sharp Drops and How Markets React

TLDR: Bitcoin crashes often result from leverage cascades triggered by small initial price drops.  The 2022 Fed rate hikes pushed Bitcoin down more than 60% by removing capital from risk assets. Altcoins and memecoins consistently see steeper losses than Bitcoin during market-wide crashes. Institutional players like BlackRock add stability, but sudden BTC drops remain a [...] The post Bitcoin Crash: What Triggers Sharp Drops and How Markets React appeared first on Blockonomi.

cryptobriefing.com German government sold 49,858 Bitcoin for $2.89B at $57,900 average, missing billions in potential gains

Germany's Bitcoin sale highlights the potential for significant opportunity costs in government asset liquidation strategies, influencing future policies. The post German government sold 49,858 Bitcoin for $2.89B at $57,900 average, missing billions in potential gains appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

blockonomi.com CLARITY Act Nears Senate Vote After Lummis Rallying Call

TLDR: CLARITY Act cleared committee 15-9, putting crypto regulation closer to Senate debate. Lummis says the bill is at the five-yard line, with floor timing now the key hurdle. Bitcoin hovered near $63,000 as traders watched the bill’s next move for market signals. Stablecoin reward rules remain a major sticking point before any final Senate [...] The post CLARITY Act Nears Senate Vote After Lummis Rallying Call appeared first on Blockonomi.

cryptobriefing.com Brannin McBee: Companies face budget overruns from rising AI compute costs, demand for AI technology in enterprises is unrelenting, and CoreWeave’s client diversification signals market growth | Odd Lots

Rising AI compute costs are forcing companies to rethink their budgets and deployment strategies. The post Brannin McBee: Companies face budget overruns from rising AI compute costs, demand for AI technology in enterprises is unrelenting, and CoreWeave’s client diversification signals market growth | Odd Lots appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

news.bitcoin.com Bitcoin’s Bounce to $64,000 Wipes out $320 Million in Crypto Shorts in 15 Minutes

A sudden bitcoin rebound torched roughly $320 million worth of short positions across the crypto market in just 15 minutes, as bearish traders were caught offside by a fast reversal off the year’s lows. A 15-Minute Short Squeeze A little over $320,000,000 in shorts were liquidated from the crypto market in a single 15-minute window […]

forklog.media Galaxy Digital Lowers CLARITY Act Approval Odds to 60%

Galaxy Digital has reduced its estimate of the likelihood of the CLARITY Act being passed in 2026 from 75% to 60%. The company believes the US Senate should consider the bill in July before the August recess, or the window for its advancement will narrow. Among the key obstacles, Galaxy cites unresolved issues regarding ethics provisions and combating illicit finance.

forklog.media OpenAI to Transform ChatGPT into an AI Super App

OpenAI is preparing the largest transformation of ChatGPT since its launch in 2022. The company aims to turn the chatbot into a super app to accelerate revenue growth ahead of its IPO, reports FT. The new universal platform is designed to integrate AI agents, programming tools, and third-party applications. From Chatbot to AI Super App According to the publication, the rollout of the update is planned for the coming weeks and will affect both the web version and mobile apps of ChatGPT. Users will be more actively offered tools for coding, image generation, and partner services like Canva and Booking.com. OpenAI expects ChatGPT to become the entry point into an ecosystem of more profitable products. In particular, the company is betting on Codex—a service for programming with AI, whose audience has grown more than sixfold since the launch of the desktop application in February, exceeding 5 million active users per week. Focus on AI Agents The reorganization reflects OpenAI's changing views on the future of artificial intelligence. The company believes that the next wave of growth will be associated not with chatbots answering questions, but with autonomous agents capable of performing tasks on behalf of the user. “Chat is dead,” an OpenAI employee told FT. According to Head of Product Thibault Sottiaux, the company is moving towards a model of a personal AI agent that can assist users both at work and in everyday life through smartphones, computers, or other devices. Competition with Anthropic and Focus on Profitability The changes also reflect a convergence of OpenAI's strategy with Anthropic's approach, which has focused on the corporate segment and commercial products. Currently, about 2 million companies use OpenAI solutions, providing approximately 40% of the developer's revenue. By the end of the year, this figure could rise to 50%. Amid preparations for an IPO, the company is reallocating resources in favor of corporate products. Several consumer initiatives have been curtailed, including the in-ChatGPT shopping feature. OpenAI also shut down the Sora video generator less than a year after its launch. The company's leadership believes that as AI develops, users will interact not with a set of separate applications but with a single digital assistant capable of performing a wide range of tasks. This role has been assigned to the updated ChatGPT by OpenAI. In June, the company announced the Lockdown mode, which protects AI agents from "prompt poisoning" attacks—one of the most common ways to make a model disclose data or perform undesirable actions.

forklog.media NYDIG Attributes Bitcoin’s Decline to Multiple Factors

The recent drop in Bitcoin's price cannot be attributed to a single cause, according to analysts at investment firm NYDIG. Market pressure has resulted from a combination of several macroeconomic and industry-specific factors, reports CoinDesk. Capital Shifts to AI and Tech IPOs NYDIG believes Bitcoin is competing for capital with the AI sector, which has been one of the growth drivers in public and private markets over the past 18 months. Some investors with similar risk profiles may have shifted funds from crypto assets to companies related to artificial intelligence. Another factor mentioned in the report is the anticipation of a new wave of tech IPOs. Companies such as SpaceX, OpenAI, Anthropic, Databricks, and Anduril were highlighted. Regulatory Uncertainty Among crypto-specific factors, experts pointed to a statement by US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent regarding the seizure of approximately $1 billion in crypto assets linked to Iran. They noted that there are few public details about this incident, but the topic itself may have heightened some investors' doubts about the independence of digital assets from the traditional financial system. Impact of Strategy NYDIG also highlighted the sale of 32 BTC by the company Strategy. In terms of supply, this amounts to about $2.5 million—an insignificant volume for a market with daily turnovers in the billions of dollars. The report emphasized the psychological effect: since 2020, Strategy has been one of the most consistent buyers of Bitcoin, so the shift from buying to selling could have influenced market perception. Quantum Threat Another topic was the discussion of quantum risks. The report states that earlier in 2026, Google researchers reduced estimates of the computational resources needed to break elliptic curve cryptography, including secp256k1, which is used in the Bitcoin ecosystem. Later, a French cryptographer presented a detailed architecture of a scheme with similar estimates. NYDIG believes this does not pose an immediate threat but narrows the gap between theoretical and practical vulnerability. Awaiting Cycle Bottom In the on-chain part of the report, NYDIG noted that the market has undergone a significant reset, but there are not enough signals of a definitive bottom yet. The current cycle's low of $59,750 represents a 52.7% drop from the peak, whereas in previous cycles, the decline reached 75–90%. The MVRV ratio has fallen to 1.2, the share of supply in profit has decreased to 49%, and the 1x MVRV level is around $53,700. The company believes the market shows signs of capitulation, but the conclusion about a formed bottom depends on whether institutional support has changed the cycle's structure or merely postponed a deeper correction. Back in February, analyst Willy Woo predicted the end of Bitcoin's bear trend in the fourth quarter of 2026.

bitcoinist.com How Likely Was Zcash Exploited? Grayscale CLO Points To On-Chain Odds

Grayscale Chief Legal Officer Craig Salm has suggested that Zcash’s own shielded user base may be offering a more meaningful signal on exploit risk than external prediction markets. His comments came after Polymarket opened a market on whether Zcash’s Orchard pool vulnerability, publicized on June 4, is ultimately confirmed to have been exploited on mainnet. […]

cryptobriefing.com Brian Windhorst: Wembanyama’s critical decision-making costs the game, coaching strategies under fire, and the Knicks’ teamwork shines over Spurs | Pardon My Take

Knicks' teamwork shines as they outperform Spurs, despite criticism and high-pressure playoff challenges. The post Brian Windhorst: Wembanyama’s critical decision-making costs the game, coaching strategies under fire, and the Knicks’ teamwork shines over Spurs | Pardon My Take appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

news.bitcoin.com Bitcoin Surges 5% to $64K, Settles Near $62.5K as Trump Says Netanyahu Must Accept Iran Deal

Bitcoin climbed roughly 5% to around $64,000 on Sunday after U.S. President Donald Trump said Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will have “no choice” but to accept a U.S.-brokered deal with Iran. Trump Says the Deal Is ‘Almost Complete’ The rally followed remarks in which Trump framed the agreement as a near-certainty and signaled he […]