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Anton Kryshtal - Staff News Journalist - The Coinomist

Anton Kryshtal

News Writer

Anton Kryshtal is a news writer with a sharp eye on the world of cryptocurrencies. His focus spans everything from major political decisions that impact the market to the more technical side of things like analytics and statistics. He has a knack for cutting through the noise, delivering the essentials with clarity, precision, and the right amount of context. For Anton, writing the news isn’t just about stating the facts — it’s about showing why they matter and what they could lead to. In his spare time, he explores the world of NFT art, with a special interest in the artists themselves and the stories behind them.

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Fake Job Offers, GrassCall, and Crypto: A New Scam Uncovered

Fake Job Offers, GrassCall, and Crypto: A New Scam Uncovered

Cybercriminals from the Crazy Evil group are using fake job offers and a modified video-calling app to steal passwords and cryptocurrency from unsuspecting users.

Anton Kryshtal
Kyle Chasse: Bitcoin Will Remain Volatile Without Real Investors

Kyle Chasse: Bitcoin Will Remain Volatile Without Real Investors

Kyle Chasse, founder of Master Ventures, argues that Bitcoin volatility will persist until the crypto market sees more long-term investors, not just hedge funds using Bitcoin for short-term speculation.

Anton Kryshtal
THORChain Crisis: Core Developer Resigns Over Lazarus Group Ties

THORChain Crisis: Core Developer Resigns Over Lazarus Group Ties

THORChain’s decentralized exchange is under fire after a vote to suspend Ethereum trading was revoked, prompting core developer Pluto (9R) to walk away from the project.

Anton Kryshtal
Is Jack Dorsey’s Block in Trouble? NYDFS Investigates AML Compliance

Is Jack Dorsey’s Block in Trouble? NYDFS Investigates AML Compliance

Block, the fintech firm co-founded by Jack Dorsey and Jim McKelvey in 2009, is in active discussions with the New York Department of Financial Services (NYDFS) regarding potential violations of anti-money laundering (AML) laws.

Anton Kryshtal
Hackers Attack Cryptocurrency Wallets via GitHub

Hackers Attack Cryptocurrency Wallets via GitHub

According to Kaspersky Lab researchers, hackers spread malicious code through fake apps on GitHub to steal passwords and cryptocurrency.

Anton Kryshtal
THORChain’s Daily Trading Volume Hits $859.61M

THORChain’s Daily Trading Volume Hits $859.61M

According to THORChain Explorer, just days after the Bybit hack, daily trading volumes on the THORChain decentralized protocol skyrocketed to $859.61 million.

Anton Kryshtal
Pi Network Price Rise—75% Surge Sparks Frenzy

Pi Network Price Rise—75% Surge Sparks Frenzy

In just one day, Pi Network (PI) price has climbed over 75%, approaching $3 as excitement grows over a potential Binance listing.

Anton Kryshtal
Crypto Markets Shed $320 Billion as Sell-Off Intensifies

Crypto Markets Shed $320 Billion as Sell-Off Intensifies

Data from CoinMarketCap and CoinGlass reveals that over $320 billion vanished from the crypto market, while futures liquidations soared to $1.48 billion.

Anton Kryshtal
eXch Caught in Crypto Crime Allegations—Bybit Hack Connection?

eXch Caught in Crypto Crime Allegations—Bybit Hack Connection?

Authorities have accused eXch of processing illicit transactions linked to Lazarus Group, following the Bybit hack that drained $1.4 billion. The exchange refutes the claims, but forensic evidence is raising red flags.

Anton Kryshtal
SEC Retreat Marks Pivotal Legal Win for Crypto Firms

SEC Retreat Marks Pivotal Legal Win for Crypto Firms

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has withdrawn its appeal in the case regarding the expansion of the “Dealer Rule” to encompass crypto companies, a move that critics argue may alleviate excessive regulatory constraints.

Anton Kryshtal
Binance Faces $81.5 Billion Lawsuit in Nigeria Over Taxes

Binance Faces $81.5 Billion Lawsuit in Nigeria Over Taxes

Nigeria’s government is suing Binance, accusing it of causing significant economic damage and tax evasion, with a demand for an $81.5 billion fine.

Anton Kryshtal
Sanctions Failing? Crypto Activity in Sanctioned Regions Is Booming

Sanctions Failing? Crypto Activity in Sanctioned Regions Is Booming

The latest insights from Chainalysis indicate that OFAC-sanctioned nations are actively leveraging cryptocurrencies for remittances and commerce.

Anton Kryshtal
Bitcoin Bull Run Is Just Starting as Institutions Buy In

Bitcoin Bull Run Is Just Starting as Institutions Buy In

A recent Bernstein report suggests that Bitcoin could soon see strong upward momentum, driven by increasing institutional investments.

Anton Kryshtal
Mystery Coder Burns $7M in ETH—Calls Out Brain-Tech ‘Weapons’

Mystery Coder Burns $7M in ETH—Calls Out Brain-Tech ‘Weapons’

A mysterious figure, Hu Lezhi, has publicly burned millions in ETH, alleging the existence of an underground organization manipulating human consciousness.

Anton Kryshtal
Lawmaker Attacks Trump’s Meme Coin, Musk’s DOGE

Lawmaker Attacks Trump’s Meme Coin, Musk’s DOGE

Democratic Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley has criticized the DOGE agency and Trump’s meme coin, arguing they represent a dangerous shift in financial oversight.

Anton Kryshtal
Scammers Tricked Investors with a Fake Saudi Meme Coin

Scammers Tricked Investors with a Fake Saudi Meme Coin

Scammers impersonating Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on X claimed to launch an “official” KSA meme coin. Spoiler alert: It was a total scam.

Anton Kryshtal
Italy Moves to Rein In Crypto as EU, U.S. Rules Diverge

Italy Moves to Rein In Crypto as EU, U.S. Rules Diverge

The Bank of Italy, together with the Italian securities regulator Consob, met with industry leaders to discuss the evolving rules for digital assets.

Anton Kryshtal
HashFlare: The Story Behind the Infamous Crypto Ponzi Scheme

HashFlare: The Story Behind the Infamous Crypto Ponzi Scheme

The HashFlare cryptocurrency Ponzi scheme is coming to a close, with its founders admitting to a $577 million fraud. Let’s take a look back at how this infamous platform started and operated.

Anton Kryshtal
Solana Outpaces Rivals as App Revenues Surge in Crypto Revival

Solana Outpaces Rivals as App Revenues Surge in Crypto Revival

Messari reports that Solana-based apps saw an unbelievable 213% revenue spike, making Solana the top blockchain for app-generated earnings.

Anton Kryshtal
FTX to Start Creditor Payouts in 2025—Here’s What to Expect

FTX to Start Creditor Payouts in 2025—Here’s What to Expect

On February 18, 2025, some creditors of the bankrupt crypto exchange FTX will start receiving payments, signaling one of the final steps in the company’s financial restructuring.

Anton Kryshtal
Hacker Behind SEC Breach Faces $50,000 Forfeiture Deal

Hacker Behind SEC Breach Faces $50,000 Forfeiture Deal

A plea deal could be on the table for the hacker behind the SEC account breach, but it comes at a price—a $50,000 asset forfeiture.

Anton Kryshtal
GTA 6 Rumored to Feature Crypto Payments and Play-to-Earn Model

GTA 6 Rumored to Feature Crypto Payments and Play-to-Earn Model

The internet is buzzing once again with speculation that Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA 6) might introduce cryptocurrency payments and implement Play-to-Earn (P2E) mechanics.

Anton Kryshtal
Trump Jr. States That Crypto Is America’s Path to Global Dominance

Trump Jr. States That Crypto Is America’s Path to Global Dominance

The crypto community has taken notice of Donald Trump Jr.’s latest remarks. Speaking at the Ondo Finance Summit in New York, he asserted that cryptocurrencies will play a crucial role in maintaining America’s global economic leadership.

Anton Kryshtal
MicroStrategy Reports Loss but Holds Firm on Bitcoin Stash Worth Watching

MicroStrategy Reports Loss but Holds Firm on Bitcoin Stash Worth Watching

Q4 2024 wasn’t kind to Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy), which reported a staggering $670.8M loss ($3.03 per share). Yet, instead of scaling back, the company is doubling down on its Bitcoin holdings.

Anton Kryshtal
Bitcoin’s Meteoric Rise to $100K: What Investors Need to Know Now

Bitcoin’s Meteoric Rise to $100K: What Investors Need to Know Now

Bitcoin has once again demonstrated its ability to defy expectations, soaring past $100,000 just weeks after a steep decline that triggered over $2.3 billion in liquidations.

Anton Kryshtal