# Сопутствующие статьи по теме wallets

Why XRP’s rich list matters more than price right now

XRP's price has dropped nearly 50%, but the key story lies in its supply and ownership structure. Over 6 million wallets hold only small amounts (≤500 XRP), while a significant portion of the supply is locked in escrow or held by a few large wallets. This means the truly liquid, tradable supply is shrinking, as evidenced by declining exchange balances despite heavy selling pressure. The cost to accumulate XRP has also risen sharply, pricing out many retail buyers. Consequently, even a modest return of demand could lead to disproportionately sharp price increases due to the constrained available supply.

ambcrypto12/30 04:03

Top Validator Dismisses XRP Supply Shock Fears, Citing 16B XRP on Exchanges

Speculation about a potential XRP supply shock has grown due to declining exchange balances, with some arguing reduced availability could drive prices higher. However, Vet, an XRPL validator, dismisses these claims, pointing to nearly 16 billion XRP still accessible on exchanges. He emphasizes that holders can transfer self-custodied XRP to exchanges within seconds, preventing prolonged supply constraints. Vet also notes that liquidity fluctuates rapidly and order books adjust quickly. While community figure Zach Rector questioned the accuracy of exchange balance estimates, Vet clarified his figures represent minimum amounts, with actual holdings likely higher. Data from XRPScan shows major exchanges like Upbit, Binance, and Uphold collectively hold over 10 billion XRP in large wallets alone.

TheNewsCrypto12/29 13:28

Mt. Gox Hacker Unloads 1,300 Bitcoin As $360 Million Still Remains

Mt. Gox-linked entities associated with Aleksey Bilyuchenko have deposited another 1,300 BTC (worth $114 million) into unknown exchanges over the past week, according to Arkham analyst Emmett Gallic. The wallets still hold approximately 4,100 BTC ($360 million), with a total of 2,300 BTC sold so far. This continues a pattern of gradual selling observed since late 2023. Bilyuchenko faces charges in the U.S. for his alleged role in the 2011 Mt. Gox hack and money laundering conspiracy, carrying potential 20-year sentences. In Russia, he was convicted in a separate case related to the WEX exchange and sentenced to 3.5 years in prison. Uncertainty remains over who currently controls the funds, with some analysts suggesting possible involvement by Russian authorities.

bitcoinist12/25 15:43

Crypto Theft Hides In Plain Sight Inside Popular Game Mods—Kaspersky

Kaspersky warns of a new infostealer malware called "Stealka" distributed through fake video game mods and cracked software, primarily targeting Windows users. Disguised as cheats or utility cracks for popular titles like Roblox or Microsoft Visio, the malware is hosted on platforms like GitHub and Google Sites to appear legitimate. Once executed, Stealka steals browser data, saved passwords, and cryptocurrency wallet information—targeting over 115 browser extensions including MetaMask, Binance Wallet, and Coinbase. It collects private keys, seed phrases, and autofill data, enabling account takeovers and further malicious spread. Detected initially in Russia, Turkey, Brazil, Germany, and India, the malware is sometimes bundled with cryptomining code. Users are advised to avoid unofficial software, use antivirus tools, enable two-factor authentication, and verify file checksums before installation.

bitcoinist12/23 01:02

1,000 Wallets Contribute 85% of Transaction Volume: Stablecoin Payments Are More Centralized Than You Think

This report analyzes stablecoin payment usage on the Ethereum network, focusing on USDT and USDC, which comprise 88% of the market. Using a filtering method to distinguish payments from other activities like DeFi, the study defines payments as transfers between externally owned accounts (EOAs). Key findings indicate that payments (EOA-to-EOA transactions) account for 47% of total stablecoin transfer volume. When further classified using wallet labels, only 23.7% of payment volume is attributed to person-to-person (P2P) transactions, while business-to-business (B2B) and internal business transfers dominate. The data also reveals significant transaction volume concentration, with the top 1,000 wallets contributing approximately 84% of all stablecoin volume. The analysis highlights challenges in identifying genuine P2P activity due to potential fake transactions, wallet mislabeling, and the prevalence of intermediary-driven "stablecoin sandwich" models. Despite growing adoption, the findings suggest that stablecoin payments remain highly centralized and institution-driven rather than being widely used for decentralized peer-to-peer transactions.

深潮12/22 06:20

Video game mods are spreading new ‘Stealka’ crypto infostealer: Kaspersky

A new malware called "Stealka" is targeting cryptocurrency wallets and browser extensions by disguising itself as video game cheats, mods, and software cracks, according to Kaspersky. The infostealer, discovered in November, is distributed through legitimate platforms like GitHub and Google Sites, and sometimes via fake professional-looking websites. It primarily targets Chromium and Gecko-based browsers—including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge—and steals autofill data, login credentials, and payment details. It also specifically targets 115 browser extensions related to crypto wallets, 2FA services, and password managers, including Binance, MetaMask, Trust Wallet, and Coinbase. Kaspersky advises using reliable antivirus software, avoiding pirated software and unofficial mods, and refraining from storing passwords in browsers.

cointelegraph12/22 03:58

Ethereum vs. Bitcoin: What the usage–value split says about prices

Ethereum demonstrates a significant advantage in user adoption with 167.96 million non-empty wallets, nearly triple Bitcoin's 57.62 million. This indicates robust network growth and new user entry. However, Bitcoin shows stronger holding confidence, as its exchange supply has been declining, reducing immediate selling pressure. Despite Ethereum's higher participation, the ETH/BTC pair has failed to sustain gains, with capital favoring Bitcoin's stability during market uncertainty. While Ethereum leads in usage, Bitcoin remains the preferred store of value asset for now.

ambcrypto12/20 09:02

Ethereum’s network growth explodes in December — but price still lags

Ethereum experienced a significant surge in network growth in December, marked by two major spikes in new wallet creation — nearly 197,380 on December 2 and over 195,460 on December 15. This indicates strong user adoption and growing interest, which often precedes price increase. However, ETH’s price remained stagnant, trading in a narrow range between $2,800 and $3,300 with low volatility and weak trend momentum. Despite this, holder sentiment improved from negative to neutral-positive, suggesting reduced fear and easing selling pressure. The combination of accelerating network expansion, stabilizing sentiment, and consistent support around $2,860–$2,900 may be forming a higher-low structure, potentially setting the stage for a future bullish breakout if demand continues to outpace supply.

ambcrypto12/19 20:32

Crypto Crime Escalates: Chainalysis Data Shows Over $3.4 Billion Stolen This Year

Chainalysis reports that cryptocurrency theft has surged, with over $3.4 billion stolen so far in 2025, exceeding previous years. A significant shift in attack methods has occurred, with personal wallet compromises rising dramatically. Although private key compromises are less frequent, they account for the vast majority of stolen value. North Korean (DPRK) hackers were responsible for a record $2.02 billion in thefts, a 51% increase from the prior year, despite fewer attacks. Their tactics have evolved to include infiltrating crypto services and conducting fake job interviews to steal credentials. While the number of theft incidents and victims has increased, the average amount stolen per victim has decreased.

bitcoinist12/19 10:22

Crypto losses near $3.4B as hackers went ‘big game hunting’

cointelegraph12/18 13:02