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I’ve been curious for a long time about where people like Dan Bilzerian really get their money from. His net worth is estimated at more than $200 million, and everyone seems to know about his poker matches and the Ignite vape business, but something doesn’t add up.
Bilzerian himself constantly shows his lifestyle on social media—parties, girls, supercars. Officially, his income is tied to poker, content, and Ignite International Brands. The company does indeed operate, but trouble is—back in 2019, it lost $50 million due to aggressive marketing and expenses. It’s kind of strange that a busines

I noticed that many beginners in trading overlook one of the most powerful analysis tools. It's about how to read the market through the lens of large capital — where they enter, where they exit, and where they leave traces on the chart.
It all starts with understanding that the chart retains the footprints of banks and funds' actions. When the price sharply changes direction, it's not just by chance. This zone is called an order block — essentially an area where big players placed their orders. A bullish order block is a zone where buying occurred before an upward move. A bearish one is a sel

I've noticed that this year, the trend toward automating cryptocurrency trading is gaining serious momentum. Crypto bots no longer seem experimental—they are becoming the standard tool, replacing manual order tracking attempts. And it makes sense: market volatility simply leaves traders no chance to catch all movements on their own.
Why is this happening? First, the selection of cryptocurrencies for trading is now huge, and beginners especially find it difficult to figure out what to focus on. Second, the market moves so quickly that manually tracking all opportunities is simply impossible. Cr

I recently looked into choosing a wallet and realized that the best non-custodial wallets are the ones that give you full control over your funds, without intermediaries. I decided to share which options actually work.
Honestly, when I was just getting started, I didn’t understand the difference between custodial and non-custodial. The key point is that in a non-custodial wallet, you manage your private keys yourself — that’s your responsibility, but also your security. No exchange can freeze your assets because they are physically under your control.
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I've noticed how over the past year, the claims that we've already achieved artificial general intelligence are becoming louder and louder. The latest buzz in Nature, of course, has added fuel to the fire. But there is a fundamental problem that many are overlooking.
Here's the point: people confuse two completely different things. On one hand, we have language models that demonstrate impressive results on tests and handle a variety of tasks. On the other hand — that does not mean we have created true general intelligence. This is precisely a mix-up between increasingly complex pattern recogni

When I first became interested in crypto mining, the first thing that scared me off was the price of a graphics card over $1000 and electricity bills that eat up all the profit. Then I learned about cloud mining and realized that mining sites have completely changed the game. Now, you don't need to buy anything; you just rent computing power from large data centers that operate where electricity is cheap. No noise, no breakdowns, no technical dance with a tambourine.
After a month of experiments, I tested several popular platforms. DeepHash immediately attracted me with its transparency — the

I’ve been thinking for a long time whether I should get involved in cloud mining at all. It used to seem like only for people with a lot of money for equipment and sky-high electricity bills. But then I realized there’s a simpler way.
Cloud mining sites really change the game. Instead of buying a graphics card for a thousand dollars, you can just rent computing power from large data centers. They operate where electricity is cheap and renewable—in Canada, Norway, Iceland. For us, that means—register, choose a contract, and receive profits directly to your wallet. No noise, no heat, and no fuss

I've noticed that many newcomers get confused about what a bull market actually is. I think it's worth taking a closer look because this is a key understanding for anyone who wants to trade crypto.
In general, a bull market is a prolonged period when asset prices steadily rise. It can last days, weeks, months, or even years. Although this term was originally used for stock markets, it works exactly the same in crypto. We see this in Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, and other assets.
When such a period begins, a chain reaction usually occurs: investors become more optimistic, demand increases, and th

The metaverse is becoming increasingly real, and metaverse games are attracting serious investments. If you follow the crypto industry, you've probably noticed how blockchain projects are redefining the digital world through true ownership and creative freedom. Let's explore which metaverse games are worth paying attention to this year.
Starting with Illuvium — this is a truly interesting project built on Ethereum, where a sci-fi setting meets NFT-based combat systems. Players collect creatures called Иллювии, each of which is a tradable asset owned by you personally. The ILV token is used for

I noticed an interesting thing in recent discussions about Ethereum development. Vitalik Buterin shared a quite ambitious roadmap for network scaling, and there are some noteworthy points.
The upcoming plan includes a fork of Glamsterdam, which implements several key improvements. These include access lists at the block level, ePBS, and multidimensional gas. It sounds technically complex, but the core idea is simple: this should significantly improve transaction execution efficiency and help better manage the growth of the network's state.
What’s interesting is that Vitalik Buterin approaches

If you have even a little experience with technical analysis, you've probably heard of the double bottom pattern. It is one of the most reliable reversal signals, and I want to share how to properly use it in real trading.
The double bottom pattern forms when the price touches the same support level twice but does not break below it. Between these two touches, a small peak appears, which visually resembles the letter W. That’s why it’s often called the W-pattern. This occurs when the bears (sellers) lose strength, and the bulls (buyers) start to take control of the market.
When I look at a cha

Who else has noticed that GOVNO is just skyrocketing? This meme token on TON was created by blogger OVERBAFER1, and now everyone is talking about it. The idea is simple but fun — to prove that you can succeed in TON if you just don't steal from the system. The community here is really active; everyone is developing the project themselves. Plus, meme culture is everywhere, making it so accessible and entertaining. GOVNO is traded on decentralized exchanges, including DeDust, and I saw that the price was around $77 with a 24-hour trading volume of about $592,000. If the trend continues, reaching

I've noticed that many people still don't fully understand what decentralization really is. I think it's worth clarifying.
Essentially, it's when power and control are distributed among many participants rather than held by a single boss. In the crypto world, this looks like: there is no central authority making decisions. Instead, the system relies on thousands of independent nodes working in parallel.
Why is this important? First, you gain true independence. Neither a bank nor the government can simply freeze your funds or rewrite the rules to suit themselves. This was impossible in traditio

I noticed an interesting paradox in the global economy: the most expensive currency and the most powerful passport often belong to different countries. I decided to explore this issue.
First, about currencies. The Kuwaiti Dinar has held the top spot as the most expensive currency in the world for many years. Following are the Bahraini and Omani dinars, and the Jordanian dinar. Then the Europeans catch up: the British Pound, Swiss Franc, and Euro. Interestingly, the US dollar, despite its influence, is roughly in the middle of this ranking. The top is closed by the Canadian dollar, Singapore do

I recently came across Alena Glukhova's profile on social media — a flight attendant for Rossiya Airlines. Honestly, the photos are simply stunning, showcasing such a harmony between professionalism and aesthetics. It turns out, she’s not just flying beautifully, but also earned the title of Vice Miss World in the most beautiful flight attendant competition. With five years in aviation, Alena Glukhova has gained significant experience, and it shows in every shot — everything is thoughtful, stylish, and elegant. A St. Petersburg native, she definitely knows how to combine beauty and work. Her f

Yesterday, I came across a notification about an ETH sale from one of the main Ethereum founders. The amount was $830K. And, as always, the crypto community started to panic. Let’s analyze this calmly.
First, what needs to be understood: for someone like Vitalik Buterin, this amount is just current expenses. His assets are valued in tens of millions. Selling less than a million dollars worth of ETH is like drawing water from the ocean for him. It’s not a signal, it’s routine.
Second. Vitalik has a long history of selling ETH. He does it to support charitable projects, fund research, and help d

Volatility in the crypto market is not a problem; it's an opportunity. If you catch short-term fluctuations correctly, you can make good money even when the market jumps back and forth. The key is knowing which trading indicators to watch and how to interpret them. I've noticed that most beginners just guess, while experienced traders use proven analysis tools. Let’s figure out what really works.
Volatile trading is not long-term investing. Here, you enter, catch the movement, and exit. In the crypto market, which operates 24/7, this approach offers many opportunities. The main thing is to ana

Have you ever heard the advice "buy low, sell high"? That’s the essence of spot trading. If you're just starting out in crypto, this is the most logical way to begin. Let’s break it down step by step, and you’ll be able to start trading on your own.
So, what is spot trading? It’s simply buying and selling cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin or Ethereum at the current market price. Imagine you’re buying gold — if the price drops, you buy; if it rises, you sell. When you buy a BTC/USDT pair, you’re using the stablecoin USDT to acquire Bitcoin. This happens right now, at the current rate. The word “spo

Recently, I noticed how many people get confused between vesting and cliff terms when analyzing new projects. It's important to understand this if you want to assess the real prospects of a token.
Vesting is when tokens for the team, investors, and developers are not released all at once but are gradually unlocked over a certain period. A cliff, on the other hand, is an initial period during which tokens are completely locked and cannot be traded. After this period, the gradual release process begins.
Why is this necessary? It's quite simple. When launching a new project, tokens are distribute