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70-Page Confidential Document's First Allegation: 'Lying', Altman Told the Board 'I Can't Change My Character'

In a major investigation, Pulitzer winner Ronan Farrow and Andrew Marantz reveal two previously undisclosed documents: a ~70-page confidential file compiled by former OpenAI chief scientist Ilya Sutskever and over 200 pages of internal notes by Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei from his time at OpenAI. Sutskever’s file, which opens with the accusation that Sam Altman exhibited a "pattern of lying," alleges he misled executives and the board on safety protocols and corporate matters. Amodei’s notes similarly claim “the problem at OpenAI is Sam himself,” citing instances like Altman denying agreed-upon terms in Microsoft’s $1 billion deal. Key revelations include: - No written report was produced from the post-reinstatement independent investigation into Altman. - OpenAI’s superalignment team received only 1-2% of the promised computing resources, mostly on outdated clusters. - In 2018, executives considered a "National Plan" to auction AI tech to nations including China and Russia. - Microsoft executives expressed strong distrust toward Altman, with one comparing his risk profile to figures like Bernie Madoff. During a board call after his firing, Altman reportedly said, "I can’t change my personality," which a director interpreted as an admission of persistent dishonesty. Altman denies intentional deception, attributing his behavior to "well-intentioned adaptation" and conflict avoidance.

marsbit1 ч. назад

70-Page Confidential Document's First Allegation: 'Lying', Altman Told the Board 'I Can't Change My Character'

marsbit1 ч. назад

Why Are GPU Prices Spiraling Out of Control?

GPU prices are surging due to a fundamental shift in market dynamics, driven by AI's transition from a tool to core infrastructure. Demand is exploding from multi-agent systems, AI-generated content, and coding tools like Claude Code, causing token consumption growth. This has led to a severe GPU shortage, with H100 one-year lease prices rising nearly 40% from late 2025 to early 2026. Supply is constrained further by component cost increases (e.g., DRAM, NAND) and extended delivery times for new clusters, many pre-booked into late 2026. The market is dominated by long-term contracts, with AI labs locking in capacity for 4-5 years. High ROI (5-10x) from AI tools makes demand relatively inelastic to price hikes. Neocloud providers now hold pricing power, and the divergence between physical scarcity and market expectations of future oversupply is reshaping valuation logic. Key factors to watch: GB300 cluster deployment pace, chip supply chain stability, and AI lab revenue growth.

marsbit2 ч. назад

Why Are GPU Prices Spiraling Out of Control?

marsbit2 ч. назад

Data Research: How Big Is the Liquidity Gap Between Hyperliquid and CME Crude Oil?

This analysis compares the liquidity and market structure of Hyperliquid's xyz:CL perpetual contract with CME's CLJ6 WTI crude oil futures. Key findings reveal Hyperliquid's absolute liquidity metrics are significantly lower than CME's, with its depth being less than 1% of CME's across various price points. The median trade size on Hyperliquid ($543) is 166 times smaller than on CME ($90,450), reflecting its crypto-native retail user base. While Hyperliquid exhibits high execution slippage for large orders (20x higher for a $1M order), its weekend trading activity shows a notable trend. Over three observed weekends, Hyperliquid's volume grew from $31M to over $1B, and its price discovery capability improved, closely aligning with CME's Monday opening prices by the third weekend. The increasing average trade size on weekends suggests growing use by traders seeking hedging exposure outside CME hours, not just speculators. The primary obstacle for Hyperliquid's expansion among institutional investors remains its high transaction costs for large orders. Without improving its capacity for institutional-sized trades, it risks remaining a supplementary weekend venue rather than a primary marketplace.

marsbit13 ч. назад

Data Research: How Big Is the Liquidity Gap Between Hyperliquid and CME Crude Oil?

marsbit13 ч. назад

Data Research: How Big Is the Liquidity Gap Between Hyperliquid and CME Crude Oil?

This analysis compares the liquidity and market structure of Hyperliquid's xyz:CL perpetual crude oil contract with CME's CLJ6 futures contract over a three-week period from late February to mid-March 2026. Key findings reveal a significant liquidity gap: Hyperliquid's average depth is less than 1% of CME's, with a 125x difference at the ±2 bps level. The median trade size on Hyperliquid ($543) is 166x smaller than on CME ($90,450), reflecting its crypto-native retail user base. For a $1M order, estimated slippage on Hyperliquid (15.4 bps) is approximately 20x higher than on CME (0.79 bps), indicating it currently lacks the capacity for institutional-sized orders. However, a notable trend emerged during weekends when CME is closed. Hyperliquid's weekend trading volume grew significantly over the three observed weekends, from $31M to over $1B, and the average trade size increased, suggesting use by traders seeking exposure or hedging ahead of Monday's open. While an initial "discovery boundary" mechanism limited price discovery on the first weekend, subsequent weekends showed Hyperliquid's price increasingly converged with CME's Monday opening price, demonstrating its evolving price discovery capabilities. The report concludes that while Hyperliquid's absolute liquidity metrics are not comparable to CME, its growing weekend activity shows promise. However, high transaction costs for large orders remain a major barrier to attracting institutional participants.

Odaily星球日报13 ч. назад

Data Research: How Big Is the Liquidity Gap Between Hyperliquid and CME Crude Oil?

Odaily星球日报13 ч. назад

More usage, less value? Ethereum’s biggest contradiction explained!

Ethereum's role has shifted from speculation to becoming a base layer for structured financial activities, evidenced by $166.1 billion in stablecoins and $12 billion in tokenized U.S. Treasuries. This reflects growing institutional reliance on blockchain for yield, settlement, and automation. While quarterly transfer volume reached nearly $8 trillion, indicating sustained capital presence, Ethereum's value capture remains weak. Daily fees are only around $157,000, and ETH issuance continues to outpace burns. Despite high activity, on-chain economic engagement is muted, with DeFi TVL at $52.6 billion and DEX volume at $548 million. The reliance on low-fee rollups improves accessibility but reduces direct value capture. Ethereum's future growth depends on converting usage into stronger fee generation and deeper capital rotation, rather than merely scaling activity.

ambcrypto17 ч. назад

More usage, less value? Ethereum’s biggest contradiction explained!

ambcrypto17 ч. назад

Why Rising Japanese Bond Yields Are Becoming Bitcoin’s Hidden Macro Driver

In a recent analysis, XWIN Research Japan highlights the significant impact of rising Japanese Government Bond (JGB) yields on Bitcoin's price dynamics. Amid inflationary pressures and expectations of policy normalization, JGB yields have increased, causing bond prices to fall and resulting in substantial unrealized losses for domestic institutions like banks. With approximately $2.6 trillion invested in JGBs, even a 1% yield rise could push trillions of yen into negative territory, straining the financial system. This pressure forces institutional investors to rebalance their portfolios, often targeting risk assets such as Bitcoin. The liquidity contraction from rising yields directly affects Bitcoin, as historical patterns show low-rate environments support its growth, while rising rates hinder it. Additionally, stablecoin supply has surged to record levels, indicating capital is waiting on the sidelines but not entering risk markets. About $9.6 billion exited Bitcoin in early 2026, rotating into stablecoins, further weakening demand. Until macroeconomic conditions improve, Bitcoin may continue to face long-term challenges due to reduced institutional demand. Currently, Bitcoin is trading at $67,391 with a modest daily gain but a monthly loss of 5.47%.

bitcoinist21 ч. назад

Why Rising Japanese Bond Yields Are Becoming Bitcoin’s Hidden Macro Driver

bitcoinist21 ч. назад

Oil Prices Are Approaching a Tipping Point, What Will Happen in Mid-April?

Oil prices are approaching a critical inflection point, with mid-April identified as a key threshold. The ongoing disruption in the Strait of Hormuz has halted oil tanker traffic, resulting in a production loss of nearly 11 million barrels per day from key producers including Iraq, Kuwait, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Bahrain. The release of 400 million barrels from strategic petroleum reserves (SPR) has provided a temporary buffer, delaying immediate price spikes but not resolving the structural supply deficit. If the conflict ends before mid-April, Brent crude could retreat to the $80–90 range. However, if disruptions persist beyond mid-April, the market faces a cumulative inventory drawdown of 210 million barrels or more, pushing prices toward $110–120 or even demand-destructive levels above $200. The conflict has shifted from a cycle of escalation and de-escalation to a test of market endurance. Iran appears incentivized to prolong the situation until the market reaches a breaking point, strengthening its negotiating position. Even if resolved soon, supply losses have already altered long-term oil balances, suggesting a structurally higher price floor ahead.

marsbitВчера 13:02

Oil Prices Are Approaching a Tipping Point, What Will Happen in Mid-April?

marsbitВчера 13:02

From the 'Kimchi Premium' to Bithumb's Overhaul: An Interpretation of the Recent Situation in South Korea's Crypto Market

This article analyzes the recent six-month partial suspension of South Korea's second-largest crypto exchange, Bithumb, by financial regulators—an event widely underreported in English-language media. South Korea is a critical crypto market, with the Korean Won (KRW) being the second-largest fiat currency in crypto trading, accounting for nearly 30% of global fiat-crypto volume. The market is highly concentrated, with Upbit and Bithumb handling 96% of domestic trading. Due to capital controls, language barriers, and market concentration, price-relevant information often emerges first in Korean media and trading channels, creating temporary but significant pricing dislocations between Korean exchanges and global markets. A key example is the "Kimchi Premium"—the gap between KRW-denominated crypto prices and global USD prices—which is often misinterpreted as retail sentiment but actually reflects structural capital constraints. The suspension of Bithumb is reducing competitive price discovery, further centralizing liquidity on Upbit and making market dislocations less predictable. Events like the December 2024 presidential emergency decree, which caused a 30% intraday drop in Korean Bitcoin prices versus only 2% globally, illustrate how quickly these asymmetries can emerge and vanish. The article argues that monitoring Korean market signals—not just the Kimchi Premium but also local news and political developments—provides a recurring informational edge for global traders.

marsbit2 дня назад 10:33

From the 'Kimchi Premium' to Bithumb's Overhaul: An Interpretation of the Recent Situation in South Korea's Crypto Market

marsbit2 дня назад 10:33

Circle's Pullback: Still Worth Buying?

Circle: Still Worth Buying After the Pullback? Circle, the issuer of the second-largest stablecoin USDC, is at a critical juncture. Its current valuation of $15-20B primarily reflects its interest income from $770B in USDC reserves. However, data suggests a potential transformation into a fee-based digital dollar infrastructure network. Key evidence for this shift includes: * USDC's on-chain transaction volume grew 247% in FY2025, far outpacing its 72% circulation growth, indicating it's being *used* more, not just held. * Adjusted for on-chain noise, USDC dominates real economic settlement volume (64% per Visa data), despite USDT having 2.4x its market cap. Circle's three-layer revenue structure is evolving: 1. **Interest Income (95% of current revenue):** Tied to USDC circulation and interest rates. Faces headwinds from potential Fed cuts and a revenue-sharing agreement with Coinbase. 2. **Payment & Transaction Fees:** The key to becoming an infrastructure play. The Circle Payments Network (CPN) is scaling rapidly ($5.7B annualized TPV), and non-interest revenue surged to $37M/quarter. 3. **Settlement Platform (Arc):** A long-term bet on becoming an institutional settlement standard, though its value remains unproven. Near-term catalysts include the Coinbase revenue-sharing agreement renewal (Aug 2026) and potential full OCC bank charter approval. A 3-5x return is plausible if USDC circulation grows at 40% CAGR. A 10x return requires multiple successes: CPN scaling, improved Coinbase terms, non-interest revenue exceeding 10% of total, and progress on Arc. Major risks include faster-than-expected interest rate declines, Tether achieving greater legitimacy, and competition from new yield-bearing stablecoins and payment giants like Stripe. The investment thesis hinges on tracking three metrics: USDC circulation growth, its velocity (via Visa data), and the growth of non-interest revenue. The data is leaning toward a successful transformation, but it is not yet guaranteed.

marsbit2 дня назад 01:00

Circle's Pullback: Still Worth Buying?

marsbit2 дня назад 01:00

Has the Era of Global Central Banks 'Hoarding Gold' Come to an End?

The article questions whether the global central bank gold-buying spree, ongoing for 15 years, is ending. Citing a UBS report, it concludes that a structural shift to large-scale selling is highly unlikely. While the pace of purchases may slow to 800-850 tons in 2026 from 860 tons in 2025, central banks are expected to remain net buyers. The report challenges the narrative that recent sales, like Turkey's alleged sale of 50 tons, signal a trend. It argues Turkey's data is distorted by commercial bank positions and swaps, and its central bank uses gold for domestic liquidity management, not necessarily market speculation. Short-term price volatility is attributed to dollar strength and real interest rates, not central bank selling. The underlying logic for holding gold remains strong: over 60% of central banks follow a buy-and-hold strategy, with diversification being the primary motive. While short-term noise and price consolidation are expected, the medium-term outlook is bullish, with UBS forecasting an average 2026 price of $5000/oz and a year-end target of $5600/oz.

marsbit04/03 09:46

Has the Era of Global Central Banks 'Hoarding Gold' Come to an End?

marsbit04/03 09:46

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