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HTX under sanctions: 5 CEX risks every user still carries in 2026
HTX joining the sanctions registry is a specific event. The pattern behind it — what every centralized exchange concentrates — is the broader story.
RetoSwap Hack: $2.7M Lost and Why Privacy Isn't Security
RetoSwap, a Haveno fork for private P2P trading, lost about 7,000 XMR (~$2.7M) in a recent exploit. What it means for Monero users and non-custodial swaps.
Best Monero wallets in 2026: where to store XMR
Picking a Monero wallet in 2026 — Monero GUI, Feather, Cake, Stack, hardware options (Ledger, Trezor) and the FCMP++ readiness check before you receive XMR.
What is a refund address in a crypto swap? Complete guide
A refund address is the lifeline when your crypto swap fails or expires. Learn what it is, how to pick one, common mistakes, and what happens without it.
Is Monero anonymous in 2026? What XMR actually hides
A technical answer in 2026 — ring signatures, stealth addresses, RingCT, the FCMP++ jump from 16 to 1.8M+ outputs, known attack vectors, and where XMR isn't enough.