Lado Okhotnikov

  End of CZ's Career   Changpeng Zhao missed the chance to buy ETH in 2015 and now regrets the decision he made back then. He sees it as the biggest mistake of his entire life. "If I had invested in Ethereum at that time, it could have changed the trajectory of my life. But I had some doubts, and that prevented me from making a well-considered decision," said Changpeng Zhao about what led him to forgo investing in Ether.   Considering the success of Binance, the largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, CZ admits that by becoming an early investor in Ethereum, he would likely have ignored the opportunity to create a gigantic crypto platform. Ethereum opens the way for developers to deploy their own blockchain-based applications, making them more flexible and versatile. Ether serves as the platform's native token, used for transaction fees and rewarding miners for processing operations.   Lado Okhotnikov congratulated Vitalik Buterin on the ann...

  Digest: Whales Accumulate, Upcoming LTC Halving, New Metaverse, Retirees Sell NFTs, Top Chinese Banks Enter Market   Significant stablecoin holders are once again actively buying cryptocurrencies. This trend has garnered attention, particularly considering past events when accumulation preceded Bitcoin's surge to nearly $32,000. The upcoming Litecoin halving, scheduled for this Wednesday, has triggered aggressive coin accumulation among wallet addresses with balances exceeding $10,000. Previous halvings have shown potential price growth following reward reductions.   In August, the highly anticipated beta launch of the Metaverse by Meta Force will take place. Lado Okhotnikov commented on the upcoming event, saying, "This is a great opportunity to get involved in a new project that promises to be grand. Early participants will receive virtual parcels, including homes, mines, and factories. However, the offering is planned to be somewhat limited, so it's worth ...

  SEC Protects Big Capital, Not Investors, Claims Prominent Crypto Lawyer John Danton Renowned legal expert specializing in the cryptocurrency market, John Danton, has made a bold statement asserting that the actions of the regulatory body are geared towards safeguarding traditional businesses like Ripple and Coinbase, rather than prioritizing investor protection. The regulatory agency's maneuvers within the crypto space have raised serious doubts about the fairness of government representatives, sparking concerns about the future of the crypto market. Danton believes that if the SEC redirected the energy currently devoted to scrutinizing crypto exchanges and debating the classification of assets into practical efforts to combat existing crypto scams, the industry would experience a new surge of growth. Moreover, Danton expresses bewilderment at SEC Chairman Gary Gensler's apparent lack of attempts to personally meet with the leadership of the crypto exchanges accused by ...

  SEC Demanded Coinbase to Halt Altcoin Trading Prior to Lawsuit Brian Armstrong, the CEO of the cryptocurrency exchange, revealed that the SEC had insisted on the suspension of trading for nearly all tokens on their platform, with the exception of Bitcoin. According to Armstrong, SEC representatives stated during discussions that they considered all assets listed on their exchange (except Bitcoin) to be securities. The exchange's management, however, disagreed, arguing that the regulator's demands exceeded the scope of their legal authority. Following this disagreement, in early June of this year, the SEC filed charges against Coinbase, alleging violations of securities laws. As evidence, they provided a list of 13 cryptocurrencies with descriptions of their functionality. The legal proceedings are still ongoing. While some may think that the recent favorable outcome in the case against Ripple could bolster Coinbase's chances of fending off the SEC's legal attack...

  FTX vs Genesis : Great debt reduction   A notable event occurred in a bankruptcy trial between two bankrupts. FTX was suing cryptolender Genesis. The plaintiff’s lawyers initially demanded $3.9 bln from lender, arguing that this was the amount of the defendant’s debt. Genesis claimed to disagree with this amount. As a result, the parties agreed to reduce the amount of debt to $2 bln. The creditors of cryptolender breathed with relief, they expected long court proceedings and, accordingly, no chance of getting something. At the same time there is a reasonable question: what arguments forced the representatives of FTX to reduce almost in half their requests and to give 2 billion to their debtor? What is it - a mistake in the exchange’s accounting or an understanding of the impossibility of getting more? The details of the settlement are unknown, so there are no answers to these questions. Lado Okhotnikov , CEO of Meta Force commented on the settlement agreement:...

  Another Opinion: Bitcoin to Rise Sharply to $50,000 in Early September According to the most optimistic scenario, the price of bitcoin may exceed $50,000 already in the first weeks of autumn. Analysts pay attention to the previous periods, confirming that such a scenario is quite possible. The weekly chart confirms the logic of the forecast, but even experienced traders admit that such a powerful movement must be supported by something. Now the asset is near an important resistance level. We have tested the 30,500-31,200 zone several times and have been consolidating under this line for more than three months. This may indicate the accumulation of strength for the subsequent jerk.   “The pending approval of Bitcoin spot trading I see as a key catalyst for the surge. After regulation, institutional investors are likely to raise the price to the next significant level,”   Lado Okhotnikov , founder of the Meta Force Metaverse, expressed this opinion. All assu...

  Inside: 200,000 BTC To Be Dumped Soon   Law enforcement agencies have completed the investigation of a series of cybercrimes, seizing 200,000 bitcoins. Taking into account the current exchange rate, the amount is said to be almost $6 billion. Experts predict that such a huge amount of seized funds could bring the price down to $24,000 per coin. This event is of interest to traders who are closely monitoring the situation. Such a significant volume can lead to possible changes in the dynamics of the asset price.   Lado Okhotnikov , founder of Meta Force, warns of a negative scenario in the crypto market: “The last time the US government decided to sell 9,800 confiscated bitcoins, the coin dropped in price by almost 10%. Can you imagine what will happen if 200,000 BTC are dumped? Perhaps in the near future we should expect the asset to fall below $14,000. But before that, most likely, we will see a slight increase, and only then a sharp dump.” Analysts em...

  New super-alliance in the crypto market   Mega-corporations are reaching for the crypto market one by one. Deloitte, one of the world’s biggest audit giants, has entered into an agreement with Chainalysis, engaged in analytics and blockchain research. The new alliance will complement the services provided to customers and create a large-scale Crypto compliance that can cover almost any thematic customer needs. Combining the two largest players in adjacent markets will have far-reaching consequences. First of all, there will be a structure whose conclusions will matter for any subjects, including financial regulators. For example, with a compliance report certified by Deloitte, it will be difficult for the SEC to take action against companies and projects. The arrival of an auditor from the « B ig Four» in the crypto market reinforces a new trend: Crypto begins to stitch in little by little with fiat infrastructure, new links emerge between them. And this strength...

  I Unveil the Truth About the NFT Market   Greetings, fellow tech enthusiasts! As an expert in the industry, I am thrilled to share my insights on the current state of the NFT market. Join me in this exclusive interview where we dive deep into the world of NFTs and explore its potential for the future. Many have been questioning the fate of the NFT market—is it on the verge of collapse or is there still hope? Fret not, for I am here to provide clarity amidst the uncertainty. Throughout our discussion, we will unravel the complexities of blockchain technology, delve into the world of digital assets, and shed light on the fascinating realm of digital collectibles. Together, we'll explore the impact of NFTs on the crypto space and how they are reshaping the way we perceive and own art and other virtual assets. The NFT market has had its ups and downs, and I'm eager to share my expertise on what lies ahead for this exciting and ever-evolving domain. So, gear up for an e...

  Famous Trader Found Dead Crypto millionaire Fernando Perez Algaba killed in Ingeniero Budge. In mid-July, he stopped communicating, and a week later a suitcase with severed limbs was discovered by a group of tourists on the river bank. Algaba was identified by prints and tattoos.   Algaba was a well-known personality and regularly appeared in public. Some claim that he abused the trust of the crypto community and often deceived his audience. On July 23, the body of Fernando Perez was found on the banks of the river. It is not yet known who exactly could have done this, but his sudden and tragic death caused shock and grief among his friends and colleagues. Lado Okhotnikov , founder of Meta Force, expressed condolences to friends and family, and commented on the situation, “I know that Fernando Perez managed a group of 25 traders. I heard that some were not entirely complimentary about him but I cannot confirm this information. I hope the investigation will identi...

Meta Force Will Present a New Metaverse in August Great news for those who are passionate about virtual reality! Meta Force has announced the upcoming launch of the beta version of the Metaverse. This revolutionary platform will create a whole new world in which it will reflect the real-life experience. Based on the principles of our world, the Metaverse promises a full-fledged virtual infrastructure. From basic needs to entertainment, users can enjoy deep immersion. The Metaverse will redefine virtual communication with its bars, clubs, factories and dance floors. Each of these projects promises something new and revolutionary that transcends the limitations of the physical world. “For those who want to be among the first, the Metaverse provides a unique opportunity. Early participants will be able to purchase virtual objects, which will include mines, factories and apartments. However, at the initial stage, this offer is still available only to a limited number of users,” La...

  Sazmining Opens Mining Center in Paraguay   The mining farm is being built next to the Itaipu hydropower plant and will use excess energy. The capacity of the power plant is designed for 14 GW.   The opening of the enterprise is scheduled for September this year, the farm will contain equipment purchased by customers. The company's business is based on the fact that customers pay for equipment that is managed by Sazmining specialists.   Sazmining positions itself as a mining company using exclusively renewable and surplus energy. The company owns even a hydroelectric power station in Wisconsin generating 1.7 MW. The cost of energy received from Itaipu is about $0.047 per kWh, while in the US a kilowatt costs Sazmining $0.16. Itaipu, one of the largest hydropower plants in the world, is a joint project between Paraguay and Brazil. After the opening, it turned out that the dam generates excess energy, which Paraguay has been selling to Brazil to its o...

  Why NFT Capitalization Needs to Grow 10 Times In January 2021, the total market capitalization of leading NFT collections was around $500 million. Ethereum-based projects CryptoPunks, NBA Top Shot, and Art Blocks have caught the attention of early adopters. At that time, skeptics doubted the long-term prospects, and the industry as a whole.   From virtual art to digital collectibles, NFTs have changed ownership and shown us a new era in the virtual space. The sale of Everydays: The First 5000 Days for a staggering $69.3 million at auction house Christie's took NFT to the next level. And soon the combined market capitalization of the leading digital collections exceeded $8 billion. However, over time, interest in the market declined. The boom, fueled by media attention and celebrity support, has passed and the market has entered a recession. Regulatory scrutiny, questions about intellectual property rights and doubts about the sustainability of the valuations caused...

  Lado Okhotnikov about NFT Royalty by Meta Force   In my interview, I have detailed everything you need to know about NFT royalties before joining. I advise you to look.   We have relied on status NFTs that link different programs within the Meta Force. One might ask what is the high status of the token? The most important is the program that offers to get the product and then sell it. The main focus is on successful sales with the help of the best tools, involving the entire community.   Members may sell products above their current level. For successful sales, Energy tokens are awarded, which play an important role in NFT pumping. The main source of income is based on the turnover of sales and the receipt of Energy tokens, which are used for pumping. The campaign will offer unique and sought-after tools with constant demand. This is what will contribute to the increase in turnover and stable interest from consumers. I consider it necessary to note that all ...

  Bet crypto and be happy   As long as the cryptocurrency market remains uncertain, and it can swing in any direction at any time, the attention of developers shifts to blockchain projects not directly related to the exchange trade. One of such projects is the crypto casino Coco, which immediately after opening showed good operational results. For half a day of work turnover amounted to $36M. The casino presents itself as «fair», the fairness of the draw is guaranteed by the Ethereum blockchain. A unique seed is generated before each draw, which eliminates the possibility of manipulation. Casino visitors are offered traditional services: slot machine and classical card games. Lado Okhotnikov , crypto enthusiast and Head of Meta Force confirmed that «not exchange» projects are becoming increasingly popular. «Let’s see what’s going on in the market now. The forecasts are diametrically opposite, the course jumps in both directions. Doesn’t this remind you the casin...

  Binance vs CFTC   Binance prepared a response to the US CFTC lawsuit. The American regulator accuses the crypto exchange of intentionally executing purchase and sale orders for Crypto and fiat made by US by individuals and legal entities. CFTC insists that this requires special registration. Lawsuits are also filed against the current and ex-CEO of Binance. The exchange’s response was strong and reasoned. Lawyers' objections were limited by two main arguments: 1. The CFTC attempts to translate American legislation into foreign jurisdictions. Neither Binance nor its executives are affiliated with the United States, nor operate on American territory, nor are they required to follow American law. 2.   The exchange is an intermediary only giving clients the opportunity to conclude free trade transactions. Binance has become a target for financial regulators around the world, besides the US CFTC, lawsuits have been filed by the SEC and financial authorities of se...

  Artificial Intelligence Fails   According to the latest reports, the trading volume of artificial intelligence-related tokens has decreased by almost 5 times since the start of 2023.   Outflow of investments from the AI sector One of the reasons for this decline lies in the disappointment of investors. The lack of noticeable results and significant breakthroughs led to a loss of faith in the prospect of this direction.   Experts also point out that AI tokens are prone to hyperinflation. As a result, such a significant outflow of capital may be caused by some financial difficulties of institutional investors.   “Artificial intelligence remains a progressive direction. The situation may stabilize when projects begin to show real value and show results. It may take time, but given the interest in this area from large technology companies, a transition from recession to full recovery and further development is possible,”   Lado Okhotnikov , a f...

Why NFT Capitalization Needs to Grow 10 Times In January 2021, the total market capitalization of leading NFT collections was around $500 million. Ethereum-based projects CryptoPunks, NBA Top Shot, and Art Blocks have caught the attention of early adopters. At that time, skeptics doubted the long-term prospects, and the industry as a whole. From virtual art to digital collectibles, NFTs have changed ownership and shown us a new era in the virtual space. The sale of Everydays: The First 5000 Days for a staggering $69.3 million at auction house Christie's took NFT to the next level. And soon the combined market capitalization of the leading digital collections exceeded $8 billion. However, over time, interest in the market declined. The boom, fueled by media attention and celebrity support, has passed and the market has entered a recession. Regulatory scrutiny, questions about intellectual property rights and doubts about the sustainability of the valuations caused a wave of ...

  FTX and Genesis Close to Bankruptcy Settlement   On July 27, representatives of crypto platforms sent a letter to the court where their case is being considered, in which they assure that the parties have reached an amicable agreement. At the same time, only an agreement in principle has been reached so far, work on its implementation will continue. However, based on the plot of the preliminary settlement agreement all claims will be withdrawn. It remains to document all this in detail, which takes some time. As a result, the parties petitioned the court to adjourn the proceedings. In addition to the mass of mutual lawsuits, the most notorious was the lawsuit in which it was indicated that the Currency debt to FTX was $4 billion. However, last month the amount was halved. While it does not affect other creditors in any way, progress will be made after the issuance of a court verdict and the complete removal of mutual claims between FTX and Genesis. Therefore, the...

  Nasdaq Rate Has More Impact on Ethereum Than BTC   The yearly cycle shows that the correlation between Nasdaq and Ethereum moving averages is around +0.2, i.e., when the securities of the representatives of the technology sector go up, Ethereum also shows a positive trend. As you know, in past years ВТС showed the greatest correlation with the Nasdaq rate, but apparently the trend has begun to change. Experts suggest that this is due to the higher volatility of bitcoin relative to ETH. At the same time, over the past year, the volatility of ETHBTC has fallen to 30%, while this figure for the BTCUSD pair exceeds 50%. Interestingly, the US currency has the opposite effect. If the dollar index rises relative to the TOP-10 basket, then the two leading cryptocurrencies tend to decrease. The correlation, as in the case of Nasdaq, is also small, but it is negative. With regard to the rest of the leading exchange assets: hydrocarbons, gold, metals, etc., the relationsh...

  US Federal Reserve does not want to recognize cryptocurrency   While the focus of the cryptocommunity is on the legal discussions of the SEC with crypto exchanges and Ripple, no less important trial is going on in the United States almost unnoticed. Custodia Bank is suing the US Federal Reserve. Custodia positions itself as an intermediary between cryptocurrency and fiat assets. Last year, the Federal Reserve denied the bank membership. The reason for the refusal was that Custodia considers cryptocurrency deposits an asset. According to the Fed, this is too risky policy that does not meet the established requirements. The outcome of the trial will largely determine the administrative status of the crypto worldwide. Lado Orhotnikov , Head of Meta Force agreed that it is extremely important, and its results will determine the future of the crypto industry. «It is even strange that this process was on the periphery of our attention. There is a wonderful tradition in...

  Run away from Germany     Binance withdrew the request to the German regulator. Under European law, it is sufficient to obtain a license from at least one EU country for cryptocurrency transactions within the EU. Earlier there were reports that Germany has serious objections to the request of the crypto exchange. Binance did not wait for a formal refusal and has withdrawn it. Exchange managers argued for the exit from Germany by the changed conditions of the global crypto business. In recent months, the exchange has been subjected to administrative and legal attacks around the world. It had to stop operations in several European countries. France raised suspicion of money laundering, and the SEC announced a legal hunt personally for Changpeng Zhao, head of company. Lado Okhotnikov , Founder & CEO of Meta Force commented the situation around Binance: «Indeed, the exchange has a lot of troubles right now. Seems, they faced with a coordinated attack. They...

  Metaverse – Big Conspiracy or New Technology? Lado Okhotnikov Knows the Answer The presented image of the future may seem like a logical continuation of the development of the digital world, and I will start a big redistribution in this market. Usually proven and effective methods are used to attract the audience. Many people think that it makes no sense to reinvent the wheel when there are already ready-made cases. However, long-term construction requires innovations that will remain relevant for many years to come. Also, I want to pay attention to passive income. Developers are often tempted to use simple algorithms. But simplicity also has a downside - it must be economically justified, otherwise the project will quickly lose interest. It is necessary to remain attentive and offer your community only what will be justified in the future. #Metaverse # LadoOkhotnikov #DigitalWorld