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XRP Ledger activates permissioned DEX for regulated institutions on mainnet
The XRP Ledger activated the XLS-81 amendment, enabling permissioned DEXes for regulated institutions on its mainnet.
Institutional “10 AM Dumps” Theory Collides With Bearish Macro Warnings | US Crypto News
Crypto markets face conflicting narratives: bearish macro warnings versus rumors of institutional 10 AM selling dumps.
Arthur Hayes: BTC will make new records as Fed responds to AI-related credit collapse
Arthur Hayes predicts Bitcoin will hit new highs after the Fed responds to an imminent AI-driven credit crisis.
XRP Ledger activates ‘members-only’ DEX upgrade aimed at regulated institutions
The XRP Ledger activated XLS-81, enabling regulated institutions to run permissioned decentralized exchanges onchain.
Hyperliquid starts DeFi lobbying group in U.S. with $29 million HYPE token backing
Blockchain exchange Hyperliquid launched the Hyperliquid Policy Center, a U.S. lobbying group backed by $29 million in HYPE tokens.
Tokenized pre-IPO shares topic ignites legal debate at Consensus Hong Kong 2026
Discussions at Consensus Hong Kong 2026 highlighted legal debates surrounding the tokenization of private, pre-IPO shares.
Singularry AI Unveils Singularry Agent – The Autonomous DeFi Copilot Powering the Future of Finance on BNB Chain
Singularry AI launched Singularry Agent, an autonomous, verifiable DeFi copilot built on BNB Chain using Non-Fungible Agents (NFA).
Canary debuts spot sui (SUI) exchange-traded fund with staking on the Nasdaq
Canary Capital launched the first spot SUI ETF (SUIS) on Nasdaq, which includes staking rewards reflected in its net asset value.
Hyperliquid Foundation sets up DeFi policy advocacy group with $29 million HYPE token donation
Hyperliquid Foundation is launching a policy center with a $29 million HYPE token donation to advocate for DeFi interests in Washington D.C.
SEGG Media nominates Trump’s Bitcoin advisor Daniel Bailey to board
SEGG Media appointed Daniel Bailey, CEO of Veloce Media Group and former Trump Bitcoin advisor, to its Board of Directors.
First spot SUI ETFs debut as Canary Capital and Grayscale launch funds with staking
The first spot SUI ETFs launched on Wednesday, offering investors exposure to the SUI token and staking rewards.
CoinDesk 20 performance update: Aptos (APT) declines 3%, leading index lower
The CoinDesk 20 index decreased by 0.9%, led by declines in Aptos (APT) and Solana (SOL).
Brevan Howard crypto fund posts 30% loss in 2025, worst year since launch: FT
Brevan Howard's crypto fund experienced a 29.5% loss in 2025, its worst performance since launching in 2021, due to a crypto market downturn.
Bitwise seeks SEC nod for 2028 election prediction market ETFs as Wall Street pushes to wrap bets
Bitwise filed with the SEC to launch ETFs based on 2028 election prediction markets, joining other firms exploring similar event-driven investment products.
Is China using US Bitcoin ETFs as a backdoor? Mystery Hong Kong firm invested $436M in BlackRock’s IBIT
A Hong Kong firm, Laurore Ltd, invested $436M in BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF, sparking speculation about Chinese capital entering crypto markets through US ETFs.
$870 Million in Solana Supply Unlocks — Does It ‘Flag’ SOL Price Risk?
Unlocking $870 million in SOL from liquid staking, coupled with bearish technical patterns, increases potential selling pressure on Solana's price.
Wirex Launches Visa Direct Stablecoin Push-to-Card for BaaS Clients — Reaching 3B+ Cards
Wirex launched Stablecoin Push-to-Card powered by Visa Direct, enabling BaaS clients to deliver stablecoin payouts directly to cards globally.
Bitcoin approaches ‘late bear market territory’ as regime signals echo 2022 bottom, K33 says
K33 research indicates Bitcoin's market structure resembles the late 2022 bear market, suggesting a prolonged consolidation rather than an immediate breakout.
BlackRock trims stake in Bitcoin proxy Strategy but keeps top shareholder spot
BlackRock slightly reduced its holdings in MicroStrategy (MSTR) but remains its largest shareholder, while maintaining a significant stake in MARA Holdings.
Hyperliquid Taps Famous Crypto Lawyer for CEO in $28 Million Initiative
Hyperliquid launched the Hyperliquid Policy Center, appointing prominent crypto lawyer Jake Chervinsky as CEO, backed by a $28 million HYPE token commitment.
Bitcoin Price Holds Near $67,000 as Market Forces Push in Opposing Directions
Bitcoin's price is fluctuating near $67,000, influenced by macroeconomic factors and institutional investment despite bearish market signals.
Is Bitcoin Ready for Q-Day? CryptoQuant CEO Says the Real Bottleneck Isn’t Technical
CryptoQuant CEO Ki Young Ju argues the main hurdle for Bitcoin's quantum readiness is community consensus, not technical solutions.
American crypto investors are scared, confused about this year’s new IRS transaction reporting
A poll shows over half of US crypto investors fear IRS penalties due to new mandatory transaction reporting rules starting this year.
Grayscale debuts SUI Staking ETF on NYSE
Grayscale launched the Grayscale Sui Staking ETF (GSUI) on NYSE Arca to offer investors exposure to SUI and staking rewards.
Ethereum news: The DAO’s second act focuses on security with $150M endowment
The DAO Security Fund will use untouched ETH yield to fund Ethereum security initiatives and keep claims open indefinitely.
Bitcoin Cash Sets Multiple Records in February Amid Extreme Market Fear
Bitcoin Cash (BCH) achieved record-breaking metrics in February 2026 despite broader market fear, driven by an upcoming upgrade.
While some big investors cash out, others double down: Crypto Daybook Americas
Despite a recent crypto market drawdown, some investors like Michael Saylor and Abu Dhabi funds are increasing their positions, while others, such as Peter Thiel and Harvard Management Company, are reducing theirs.
Wall Street is selling crypto income inside TradFi products and one hidden switch decides who gets in
Wall Street firms are increasingly offering crypto-based income products within traditional finance (TradFi) frameworks, with access controlled by specific institutional requirements.
Base Loses $1.4 Billion in TVL Amid Growing Rift Over Vision, Culture, and Execution
Base, Coinbase’s Layer-2 network, has experienced a $1.4 billion decline in TVL due to strategic disagreements and criticism regarding its direction.
XRP Ledger rolls out members-only DEX for regulated institutions
The XRP Ledger activated the XLS-81 amendment, enabling permissioned decentralized exchanges for regulated institutions.
DeFi lending protocol Moonwell hit with $1.8 million bad debt after oracle misconfiguration
DeFi protocol Moonwell incurred $1.78 million in bad debt due to a Chainlink oracle mispricing cbETH on its Base market.
Crypto mortgage lender Milo surpasses $100 million in home loans
Milo has exceeded $100 million in crypto-backed mortgages, including a record $12 million deal, offering loans without requiring crypto sales.
WLFI Price to Extend Its 20% Rally? 3 Risks Now Threaten the Next Leg
WLFI's 20% price surge faces potential setbacks due to whale distribution, diverging positions, and increased activity from mid-term holders.
Milo Tops $100 Million in Crypto Mortgages, Record $12 Million Home Loan
Milo has originated over $100 million in crypto-backed mortgages, including a record $12 million loan, signaling growth in digital asset collateralized financing.
ECB eyes digital euro pilot in 2027 and rollout in 2029
The ECB plans to pilot the digital euro in mid-2027, aiming for initial issuance by 2029, pending EU legislation.
AI Takes Over Markets and Social Media: Why Crypto AI Tokens Are Missing the Rally?
Despite record social media mentions and massive investment in mainstream AI, crypto AI tokens are underperforming and largely ignored by major Web3 funding.
Bitcoin holds near $68,000 as volatility cools, WLFI jumps ahead of Mar-a-Lago forum
Bitcoin stabilized near $68,000 amid cooling volatility, while the WLFI token rallied before a Mar-a-Lago crypto forum.
Cathie Wood’s Ark Invest buys $6.9 million in Coinbase shares, reversing recent sales amid stock rebound
Ark Invest purchased $6.9 million worth of Coinbase shares across three ETFs, reversing earlier sales during a stock rebound.
Moonwell's $1.12 nightmare: A pricing glitch just let bots seize millions in ETH collateral
A Chainlink oracle glitch briefly valued cbETH at $1.12, causing bots to seize $2.44 million in collateral and incur $1.8 million in bad debt for Moonwell.
Bitwise CIO says DeFi could lead market out of crypto winter as Strategy’s Saylor predicts bitcoin recovery
Bitwise's CIO suggests DeFi's strengthening fundamentals and Aave's governance shift could lead the crypto market out of winter, while Michael Saylor predicts a shorter, milder downturn for Bitcoin.
Brevan Howard's crypto fund lost 30% in 2025 in worst year since inception: FT
Brevan Howard's crypto fund experienced a nearly 30% loss in 2025, marking its worst performance since 2021.
BlackRock to skim 18% of staked Ethereum ETF rewards from investors — and ETHB exits could take weeks
BlackRock's ETHB ETF plans to stake 70%-95% of assets, retaining 18% of staking rewards, while redemptions may face weeks-long delays.
Altcoin Market Faces 13 Consecutive Months of Net Selling – Has It Reached a Bottom?
Altcoin selling pressure is at a five-year extreme after 13 months of net selling, with fragmented liquidity and too many tokens complicating recovery.
XRP Smart Money Are Bullish Once Again, Will the Price Echo January’s 30% Rally?
XRP shows bullish signals from Smart Money and whale accumulation, contrasting with short-term bearish technical patterns like a head and shoulders formation.
Peter Thiel Cuts Ties With ETHZilla as Treasury Firms Face Mounting Pressure
Peter Thiel's Founders Fund has completely divested its stake in digital asset treasury firm ETHZilla amid a crypto market downturn.
Peter Thiel and Founders Fund exit Ethereum treasury firm ETHZilla, SEC filing shows
Peter Thiel and Founders Fund have fully exited their stake in Ethereum treasury firm ETHZilla, according to a recent SEC filing.
Analyst Claims $5 Billion XRP Selling Flow on Upbit: What It Means for Price
An analyst identified nearly $5 billion in structural, algorithmic XRP selling pressure on the South Korean exchange Upbit over the past year.
Zora moves onto Solana with “attention markets” for trading internet trends
Zora launched "attention markets" on Solana, allowing users to trade tokens based on the traction of internet trends and cultural moments.
ORCA Price’s 50% Rally Fueled by $1 Million Demand – But Risk Flags Emerge
ORCA's price surged 50% with $1 million in demand, but concerns arise from enabled mint authority and potential risks.
Bitcoin losing $70,000 is a warning sign for further downside
Bitcoin's drop below $68,000 suggests rallies may be sold, risking a deeper retracement toward $60,000.
Peter Thiel sells entire stake in Ethereum treasury ETHZilla through Founders Fund
Peter Thiel's Founders Fund has completely sold its stake in Ethereum treasury firm ETHZilla.
Peter Thiel's Founders Fund dumps every ETHZilla share
Founders Fund sold its entire stake in the Ethereum treasury firm ETHZilla by the end of 2025.
Bitcoin’s ‘Big Bad’ Revealed — Year-High Whale Metric Could Drive Price to $60,000
A year-high Exchange Whale Ratio, coupled with bearish technical signals, suggests Bitcoin risks a drop toward $60,000 if key support fails.
Bitcoin ETFs hold billions after price crash, but resilience masks harsh reality
Despite a major Bitcoin price crash, US spot ETFs retain $85 billion in assets, though resilience is driven by market makers, not long-term bullish holders.
Wall Street Moves Into Prediction Markets With Election-Contract ETF Filings
Asset managers are filing for prediction-market-tied ETFs focused on US election outcomes, signaling institutional entry into the growing sector.
Tectonic to Host Inaugural Quantum Summit at ETHDenver 2026 Focused on Post-Quantum Cryptography Readiness for Web3
Tectonic will host the inaugural Quantum Summit at ETHDenver 2026 to focus on practical readiness for post-quantum cryptography migration in Web3.
Ki Young Ju Says Bitcoin May Need to Hit $55K Before True Recovery Begins
CryptoQuant CEO Ki Young Ju believes Bitcoin is in a bear cycle, suggesting a true recovery needs prices to hit $55K or involve prolonged consolidation.
White House considers new talks with crypto firms and banks on stablecoin yield
The White House is considering another meeting between banks and crypto firms regarding stablecoin yield regulations.
CFTC claims exclusive federal authority over prediction markets in new brief, clashing with states
The CFTC asserted exclusive federal jurisdiction over prediction markets in a court brief, opposing state regulatory efforts.
Bitcoin (BTC) 13F news: Mubadala Investment Company and Al Warda boosted IBIT stakes in Q4
Abu Dhabi wealth funds Mubadala and Al Warda increased their holdings in BlackRock's IBIT bitcoin ETF during Q4 2025.
Russia’s censorship crackdown and WhatsApp ban expose the decentralization gap the crypto industry keeps missing
Russia's blocking of WhatsApp highlighted that decentralized messaging alternatives fail due to poor usability and addressing unrecognized user problems.
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong Addresses “Paper Bitcoin” Claims, Claims Bitcoin ETFs Are Fully Backed
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong defended the firm's dominant ETF custody role and asserted that spot Bitcoin ETFs are fully backed by real assets.
Stripe-owned stablecoin platform Bridge wins conditional OCC approval for national bank charter
Stripe-owned stablecoin platform Bridge received conditional OCC approval to become a federally chartered national bank.
MYX Finance Is Oversold For The First Time Ever, Yet No Relief In Sight
MYX Finance token is historically oversold due to intense selling, but correlation with weak Bitcoin suggests relief is not immediately forthcoming.
Everyone is Talking about the SaaSpocalypse, But Why Does it matter for Crypto?
The SaaSpocalypse, driven by advanced AI agents, is causing a crisis for traditional SaaS companies and shifting investment capital toward AI infrastructure, impacting crypto markets.
Stripe's stablecoin firm Bridge wins initial approval to form national bank trust charter
Stripe's stablecoin firm, Bridge, received conditional approval from the OCC to form a national trust bank.
Mizuho sees BitGo upsides, calling custodian “military-grade” despite 44% post-IPO slump
Mizuho initiated coverage of crypto custodian BitGo with an "outperform" rating and $17 target despite its 44% post-IPO stock decline.
Saylor confirms Strategy will survive Bitcoin crashing to $8,000 – but can it escape the slow bleed of dilution?
Strategy believes it can survive a BTC crash to $8,000, but faces dilution risks tied to convertible note maturities and equity issuance.
Crypto VC firm Dragonfly raises $650 million despite 'gloom of a bear market'
Crypto venture firm Dragonfly Capital successfully closed a $650 million fourth fund during a market downturn.
Why Is the US Stock Market Down Today?
The US stock market opened lower on February 17, 2026, pressured by ongoing "SaaSpocalypse" fears impacting the Information Technology sector.