Steemians: WARNING: Day 3!! Do NOT use Poloniex at this time for your STEEM and SBD transfers, Ethereum, and maybe other things - Here is why:

in cryptocurrency •  7 years ago  (edited)

TODAY!! Poloniex issues this STEEM / STEEMIT message in yellow, saying they have disabled STEEM wallets and direct the wording towards blaming the STEEMIT team!


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It says:

"STEEM is currently under maintenance or experiencing wallet/network issues. Deposits and withdrawals will remain disabled until a solution is found, which may require an update from the STEEM team. Any updates must be tested and audited before enabling."


SBD is taking a huge dump now, down ~15% and likely is closely tied to Poloniex problems, with the Steem currencies we all use and need to have working! Forget the last few days of being in the red, as the whole market took a crap and bled out, SBD were still performing strongly, until something like this goes up!!!


Please share this post and help warn others NOT to use Poloniex, and the Ethereum wallet issues at Polo are still ongoing similarly!

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I still have $500 SBD lost there from DAYS ago, not showing in my wallet that I transferred out to there, and now we all have no access to our funds????? - which is why I started doing these posts, tied to the following Steemian related issues:


Late last week / this past weekend I stated:

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Our friend here @teamsteem had a very strong warning to all of us here, he does not want to see anyone hurt - he has a good heart -- he warned people like others have done to NOT USE POLONIEX for any Steem or SBD transfers right now:


Please Resteem this post!! Help others also! They are your family.


On top of yesterday's warnings we gave you in a post very late last nite (EST which I have included again here today to spread word, the last 24 hours, Poloniex has now also disabled Ethereum wallets!!!!

See here in the bottom R. of this screenshot - that I have highlited over in green by my cursor and below that, I have pasted their NOTICE on this word for word!! :

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NOTICES:

Due to ongoing network instability, we've disabled Ethereum deposits/withdrawals. We'll enable once we know the network is functioning properly.

Posted by MobyDick at 2017-06-22 17:50:35


I use and have regularly used Poloniex charts as an example, at times, for graphic purposes but here is what @teamsteem said in the comments section of my post earlier tonight. I edited that post as it was important to him and I like him - he is a good guy!!

Neither of us, nor others -- want anyone new to crypto or who have been in crypto awhile to get hurt and if you like -- please go look at my wallet and see that I have $500 SBD sitting at Poloniex myself -- that money is my SteemFest money to get to Portugal.

I am writing this warning, with the words and blessing of @teamsteem, showing you that we can all be a TEAM - Together Everyone Achieves More! - That we can and should care about each other - and I am working with him to show you--- Steemit family this and we care.


If anyone here does not want you hurt, it is people like me and @teamsteem who have money sitting at Poloniex, I have $500 SBD there and almost as much - so does @teamsteem !!


You can see from my wallet screenshot, I am backing up what I am saying...... my SBD deposit to Poloniex was sent, nearly 12 hours ago, and it is NOT in my Polo wallet!! (Today, June 22nd ~ 12 noon or so)


Poloniex is the biggest exchange going - most people know their name and logo and charts, it was for a graphic illustration only! That's why I use their charts much of the time - people recognize them but man, do they have a lot of problems these days, the news has been everywhere for months, my friends!

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teamsteem68 · 43 minutes ago

I've sent 490 SBD 23 hours ago to @poloniex and I haven't received them. I've triple check my memo code and opened up a ticket to @poloniex to let them know. I also seen a lot of Steemian in the last hours to days who talked about the similar situation.

@barrydutton as soon as you see my comment, correct your title so that it tell people not to sent SBD to Poloniex. Also make a clear warning that it might be the same for Steem as I've also seen people mentioning that the same happened to them in regard to sending Steem to poloniex.

I will remove my flag when you do so and I might even replace it with an upvote.


Thanks for reading, have a nice day.




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Could also apply this to Polo -- or to those people thinking Gov't regulation is the key.....

Gov't regulation is part of the constant problem in life.

That is partly why we are all here.

They screw up and or gouge everything they touch!!


I had a 2 hour argument, check that, "conversation", with my Dad about regulation this weekend. He kept insisting government regulation was necessary for one thing, but not for others, and I kept showing him why we don't need any regulation. He'd get to the point where he obviously was confounded and all he could do was laugh and shake his head. His cognitive dissonance was blatant.

Solid replies today, followed!!! The Cog. Diss. reference sealed it for me man, LOL

Thanks, followed you as well. Was on vacation for the past 2 weeks, but I'm back on steemit, renewed and refreshed!

Oh shoot, lookout now

LOL, welcome back and start givin er!!!

Day 3? It's been weeks for many others. They've had the wallets disabled for more than 3 days too. Luckily I only have a small amount outstanding on Poloniex and Bittrex is working great!

Consider Resteeming this post and help others!!!!

Agreed!!!

I just mean this is my 3rd post on this issue trying to warn people and put Polo on notice.

It is true the BTS wallets are disabled too.

Yup I'm spreading the word too https://steemit.com/steem/@contentjunkie/poloniex-is-claiming-steem-has-a-wallet-network-issue

They seem to be blaming Steem for the issue.

That was in my post near the top also.

Good job.

Say it with me... Openledger.io

There you go LOL!!

More reasons they or @tradeqwick needs more coins and we know the people running these things!!

You've just answered the question I was going to post.

https://openledger.io/create-account

I switched back to Bittrex a month ago when Poloniex began showing issues.

Truth.

Spread the word, and this post and help others learn too!!!

I always check a few platforms before purchasing or selling cryptos.

Remember a penny saved, is a penny earned! Always appreciate the heads up @barrydutton

Thanks for the detailed warning. IMO, Poloniex is dangerous for all crypto, not just Steem. If you ever experience a problem, good luck getting help. I switched to bittrex and haven't experienced problems since.

Yeah I lost a lot of money on poloniex recently.

I started moving off Polo a few mths ago and have done barely anything there.

It was just my way of trying to be smart and not send all my stuff to one place, as a rule, which was a good idea at the time LOL

Thanks for the Bittrex recommendation. I've been using Poloniex but I don't want to run into this issue so I'll look into switching over.

So, you're saying it's like Coinbase...

I've never had a problem with coinbase that I can recall. But then again, the only thing I do with coinbase is make USD purchases and then immediately transfer my money out of it.

Thanks for the warning keep us posted.

Sounds like a good idea to avoid Poloniex all together

Agreed.

I think so.

I think a full out boycott before they wipe everyone out would be a good lesson.

Try a week for me. Using Bittrex now.

seems like a good reason to go to bittrex

Thanks for the info....

He is one of the best, I like you name here and the photo lol

Followed!!

Thanks m8, if you like my name and photo you will definitely enjoy my intro :-) take a look if you get some time. https://steemit.com/introduceyourself/@beetroot/100-followers-and-my-introduction

I think this poloniex freeze is artificially inflating the aggregate charts, careful out there

Thank you for the heads up. Hope no one loses to much in this screw up!

If you are as interested in Steem as I am, you may find useful my analysis: https://steemit.com/steemit/@godfish/full-steem-ahead

Try to avoid spammy link dropping as much as you can, it will work out NOT well for ya, believe me!

poloniex is crap... Thanks god i early avoided it due to other users complaining...

Pls consider resteeming this!!

I think it is very true, and I think a lot of others agreed once they saw this info, thanks!!!

Many thanks for sharing this informative piece.

Pls consider resteeming this!!

I think it is very true, and I think a lot of others agreed once they saw this info, thanks!!!

Try Coinbase and GDAX. I don't do bad there. The money is ensured and after the recent Ether flash crash, they decided to honor trades and insure losses. If you create an account and buy or transfer $100 worth of crypto, we each get $10/BTC. It's legit. My buddy and I tested it the other day. Here is the link if your interested. I also up-voted this for ya. Better luck my friend! https://www.coinbase.com/join/592c79a24540cdd881e6f701

Everyone needs to watch out, something very fishy is happening on Poloniex and Bittrex at the moment, Ive been seeing reports all day of cancelled withdrawals and funds missing

Thanks for the warning..keep watchful!

Thanks for spreading the word !

Take not all. This is very important.

poloniex has a lot of issues this past few days
my account got hacked and opened in unrecognized devices and ip.
luckily I don't have any funds there.

Thank you for the great info !!!

Thanks for the warning.

Yes, I agree. Poloniex is always causing difficulty and they frequently freeze coins or trades periodically wont go through their server on big pumps/dumps. I actually just made a post on this too ^_^

https://steemit.com/poloniex/@ballinconscious/poloniex-is-steemblocking-me-not-cool-bro--steem-deposits-and-withdrawals-on-poloniex-are-disabled

Good to reconnect with you buddy ^_^

Amen buddy.

I am so behind on replies now, my 95-99% response rate will never recover LOL, I cannot do it !!!

But I try.

Your doing great! I am very impressed by you and the resolve you have.

I wish that I had that energy too. I remember when we had the same amount of SP. but I get depressed, Isolated, and stop doing things periodically. but I am back and posting again. Keep on steeming on!

I honestly missed you man, that is the truth. I never knew where you went but for my milestone posts you always seemed to wander by and that is in my memory.

I like you dude.

Well thanks, I missed being here too. Yeah not sure what happened to me but I am back now for when your 20,000 milestone post happens :p

I like you too dude ^_^

Bad news! Hope it can be solved without anyone hurting, but SD is crashing today :(

Yes, that was addressed in the first part of my post and tied it to this.

Nice to hear from you LD!

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Pls consider resteeming this!!

I think it is very true, and I think a lot of others agreed once they saw this info, thanks!!!

I started getting nervous about using Poloniex about a month ago and have since stopped trading there -- except with STR since I think it's currently the only exchange that houses it. Anyway, if I power down or need to cash out, my STEEM & SBD are going to Tradeqwik or Bittrex. Hopefully your account is resolved SOON.

Thanks for dropping by, and I hope so too but at this point seeing their nonsense over the months, that half of my funding to get to SteemFest is likely gone.

I also stopped using Poloniex about 1 month ago, something got me nervous as well. Hopefully, ​this is just a "misunderstood".

Thank you great information!

Pls consider resteeming this to share with and help more people learn!!

I think it is very true, and I think a lot of others agreed once they saw this info, thanks!!!

Tell me how to do it ?? I dont know how to reesteem? Duh?

See right here where the cursor is, sorry if it is small......it is JUST beside the REPLY button, to the left, it is a square looking icon with a tiny arrow on it.

OK Thank you!

Steem ON my friend!

Thank you Barry I have alot to learn !

I've heard some gossips that Poloniex is not good for crypto-inverstors. Your post proves that gossips were true.

I sincerely hope that there is no connection between Poland, my country, and Poloniex (name similarity). Thanks for the warning!

I see you are new here, welcome!

Pls consider resteeming this to share with and help more people learn!!

I think it is very true, and I think a lot of others agreed once they saw this info, thanks!!!

have some cryptos there, I don't recommend them

Thanks for the info. I'm new and don't have anything to transfer, but poloniex is where I would have if I did. I'll have to find other options I guess.

Agreed......

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Pls consider resteeming this to share with and help more people learn!!

I think it is very true, and I think a lot of others agreed once they saw this info, thanks!!!

Have you any idea how to bring back your money? My SBD also stucked on the way from Steemit to Polo:-(

file a support ticket but they are not even responding to any of them. Or none that I am aware of from reading and commenting with people here and there

Support ticket on Poloniex? Or maybe there is a way to cancel transaction here, on Steemit?

once the tx is sent, no way to take it back (for the most part) in the crypto world.

ohh boyy, i have most of my crypto there, time to get out

Agreed. OUT!!

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Pls consider resteeming this to share with and help more people learn!!

I think it is very true, and I think a lot of others agreed once they saw this info, thanks!!!

Thanks for bringing this to our attention , i was about to use Poloniex for my trading. I don't wanna lose my steems so the only way to avoid is not to use it at all. I hope other steemians see this post. Thanks you again.

Agreed!

I know for a fact my posts this last week on this, is helping people and that makes me happy!!!

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Pls consider resteeming this to share with and help more people learn!!

I think it is very true, and I think a lot of others agreed once they saw this info, thanks!!!

So do you reckon its safer to stick with STEEM as opposed to SBD?

Did you read the post or look at the graphics and quotes here???

Wow can't believe they are still having problems. I'm sure you will get your SBD back soon.

It is nice to hear from you man! I hope so too but not counting on this, that was the other half of my money to get to SteemFest.

Say hi to Miss O. for me.

I cannot keep up with all the people on here anymore, I am maxed out for my 1 - person Steeming I think LOL

Looking forward to meeting you, will do man. I dunno how you post so much and keep a track of everyone either! Maybe hire a team lol

LOL!!!

Steeming the best way I know how hahahah!

Funny stuff, thanks my man.

OMG both me and my friend have steem on there! This news is disturbing man, why would they do something like that though.

Read and research and get your money off there

Poliniex has a crapy customer service policy
Thank you for your post 4 making Steem BIG
SteemOn Cheers Mate

LOL, and thanks for commenting today.

Thanks for the heads up, was just about to fill up on some steem.

Head to nearly any other place but Polo!!!

You are welcome. Pls. resteem the post, spread the word, new people need to see this stuff daily

Thanks for the warning, I was fixing to log in im glad i didn't!!!

Thanks for the advice. I bought some STEEM on Poloniex but have not been able to transfer it to my Steemit account. Looks like I'm going to have to convert to BTC and transfer that.

People are doing that, and saying it is fine.

Sooooo many issues with these Exchanges. Even brokers pull stunts. I wonder if most of them are necessary or if they're manipulating and tweaking the system.

Either way, it's the reason why I essentially don't like to shorttrade!

I am not doing much of any short trading since I started, it was bound to happen, at some point..... I use Polo less and less over the last few mths.

It's stil a very immature space... hopefully things will get regulated so that we can just do what we want to do at that exact time.

Gov't regulation is part of the constant problem in life.

That is partly why we are all here.

They screw up and or gouge everything they touch!!

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Agreed!

I know for a fact my posts this last week on this, is helping people and that makes me happy!!!

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Pls consider resteeming this to share with and help more people learn!!

I think it is very true, and I think a lot of others agreed once they saw this info, thanks!!!

Government doesn't have to regulate this space. Some soft of crypto audit company setup by 'the people' could be an entity that can do this.

I will resteem, will you resteem on of my topics of your choice? ;)

I used poloniex before to buy steem so I could power up I didn't have any problems, thanks for your article very interesting cheers mike

I always said Polo was a fucker. 8 bit graphics!! ;0)

LOL!

Boom - and I mean @meesterboom, lowers the boom on a drive by Steeming!

(:

How's the vacay going, family based satire post coming I presume?

It's going well!

You know me, I always like a family based satire :0)

Well, just to give a "little" positive comment, I must say that I never had any issues of any kind using poloniex.
But I can't say the same for some of my friends. Some had to wait 3 weeks for a transaction to get done, and others are still wating for their account to be verified (for over 3 weeks as well...)
IMO, it's more like a problem of business scalability, meaning that they don't manage to hire people fast enough to comply to the overwhelming ongoing demand created by the crypto craze. Proof is, they recently had to turn off the trollbox in order to have moderators helping dealing with issues of all kind, instead of moderating a pretty useless chat (as of late).
Anyway, I don't work for them, that's just my opinion...

It's BS.

They are the biggest exchange in the world, they make tons of money, the scaling issues and their excuses are weak.

I've said it before too.

I hear what you say, and that was just my guess.
Even if you "said it before", please allow me to express my feeling on the subject.
Plus, I don't know if you ever ran a business in your life, but personally I did, 3 times in my life, and I am still right now, not to mention in web hosting services, so I can tell about technical issues. And believe me, from the inside, nothing is as easy as it seems from the outside, the "customers' point of view".
I'm not criticizing what you posted, obviously not, just trying to give a different perspective.

How long do you think it will take the government to figure out how to track Crypto's and tax the crap out of it?

They have been involved for years, that is why they want to stop people at borders now and force them to disclose their holdings, it has been in the news awhile now.....

Really? I try to stay away from the news as much as possible so I guess I am a bit out of the loop on this sort of thing. Thanks for the info.

Poloniex = MtGox 2.0 Too bad they’re taking our coins with them, as the ship is sinking, but I’ll just say: good riddance!

Good analogy.

Yea I seen that warning last night and made a little post about it, I traded my SBD for litecoin and set directly back into my steemit account. problem solved for now, I don't like using POLO anymore, they have crappy servers and have been making so much money off trades and STILL have not updated them.

Well said.

That's pretty bad news indeed, since I have some steem stuck on Poloniex. :(

Keep on them!!

i lost like 38 steem there last week...polo is super shady

Resteem this post and help others!!!!

Agreed!!!

I opened an account there but never transferred any coins in. I will probably never use them now!

thanks @barrydutton, good to know!

I love doing these posts and helping people out, too, very positive stuff.

I've experienced this same issue. Submitted several tickets. Its been a week and some days. Nothing. No money or updates. Just no.

Thanks for the post and the heads up. Upvoted and resteemed. Thx for sharing

Thanks a lot!!!!

It's quite simple, just don't use Poloniex.. There are so many other trusted wallet providers to choose from.

You can check out @ENAZWAHSDARB for the best Entrepreneurial content! If you appreciate what you see, you can leave a follow! :)

Poloniex is not a wallet provider.

Very nice article and analysis there. Well i guess bittrex is just way better atm too :) Upvoted, Followed and Promoted!

the floor is poloniex steemit.png

Which coins are best to exit poloniex?

Nobody can say at this point, I know BTS is being hung up there too, I have some there and so do others, the list could be endless and growing at this point.

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Pls consider resteeming this to share with and help more people learn!!

I think it is very true, and I think a lot of others agreed once they saw this info, thanks!!!