Will $2.3B options expiry jolt Ethereum price from key strike levels?
Ethereum price continues to lag its 2021 peak as institutions rotate cautiously into ETH exposure while weighing ETF flows, on-chain activity, and broader macro risk. BlackRock is leaning into the pain on Ethereum (ETH) price, quietly ramping up its exposure…
NovoCure (NVCR) Stock Surges on Pancreatic Cancer Treatment Approval
TLDR NovoCure (NVCR) stock gained 29.33% in pre-market Thursday after FDA approved Optune Pax for locally advanced pancreatic cancer treatment. Regulatory clearance came one quarter earlier than expected, originally anticipated in Q2 2026. PANOVA-3 Phase 3 trial with 571 patients met primary endpoint, showing improved median overall survival rates. H.C. Wainwright upgraded price target from [...] The post NovoCure (NVCR) Stock Surges on Pancreatic Cancer Treatment Approval appeared first on Blockonomi.
Stocks and crypto markets on edge as US inflation cools, Trump eyes steel tariff cuts
The stock and crypto markets remained on edge today, February 13, as participants reacted to the latest US consumer inflation report, which continued moving downwards in January. US stock indices retreated, with the futures tied to the Dow Jones. Nasdaq…
Three arrested after break-in at Binance France executive home: Report
French police arrested three suspects after a break-in targeting a Binance France executive, RTL reported. Binance has confirmed a home invasion involving an employee.
Rigetti Computing (RGTI) Stock Plunges on Downgrade and Funding Concerns
TLDR Rigetti Computing (RGTI) stock plunged 8.8% Thursday to $14.99 after TD Cowen downgraded from buy to hold Analyst warns company needs $300 million+ for new fab by 2028 with only $525 million cash and $70-80 million annual burn Missing DARPA’s QBI Stage B program means losing $1 million+ quarterly funding and competitive advantage Stock [...] The post Rigetti Computing (RGTI) Stock Plunges on Downgrade and Funding Concerns appeared first on Blockonomi.
Applied Materials (AMAT) Stock Soars 13% as AI Demand Powers Earnings Blowout
TLDR Applied Materials (AMAT) shares jumped 13% after hours Thursday following a strong Q1 earnings beat that topped analyst expectations. The chipmaker reported Q1 adjusted earnings of $2.38 per share on $7.01 billion revenue, exceeding Wall Street forecasts. CEO Gary Dickerson projects semiconductor business growth exceeding 20% in 2026 as AI infrastructure spending accelerates. Current [...] The post Applied Materials (AMAT) Stock Soars 13% as AI Demand Powers Earnings Blowout appeared first on Blockonomi.
Top 10 Web3 Events in 2026: Unlocking the Agentic Economy Revolution
What is the and Why It Matters in Web3 The crypto world is changing fast. We are moving from simple trading to something bigger called the . In this new world, AI agents act on their own. They buy, sell, […] The post Top 10 Web3 Events in 2026: Unlocking the Agentic Economy Revolution appeared first on Blockmanity.
Bitcoin Coils Tight in $65K–$68K Range — Next Move Could Shake the Market
Bitcoin is hovering just around the $67,000 range after probing both sides of a tight intraday range, and the charts suggest the market is at an inflection point rather than in full-throttle trend mode. Beneath the surface, momentum gauges and moving averages paint a picture that is less “to the moon” and more “prove it […]
Are quantum-proof Bitcoin wallets insurance or a fear tax?
Post-quantum Bitcoin wallets are already on sale, leaving investors to decide whether they’re buying insurance or paying up fear tax.
Is Robinhood (HOOD) Stock a Buy After 17% Post-Earnings Drop?
TLDR Robinhood (HOOD) shares plunged 17% following Q4 earnings that beat EPS expectations at $0.66 but missed revenue forecasts at $1.28 billion versus $1.35 billion expected. Crypto revenue dropped 38% to $221 million on weaker trading volumes, though prediction markets reached record $3.5 billion in January contract volumes. Analysts maintained Buy ratings despite cutting price [...] The post Is Robinhood (HOOD) Stock a Buy After 17% Post-Earnings Drop? appeared first on Blockonomi.
CFTC adds Coinbase, Ripple execs to 35-member advisory committee
CFTC chair Mike Selig launched the Innovation Advisory Committee in January, nominating 12 members as charter members before expanding the final list to 35 on Thursday.
Crypto Super PAC earmarks $1.5M to unseat Al Green in Texas
Al Green is running against Christian Menefee in the Democratic Party primary elections next month, with Texas one of the first states to vote.
Bitcoin loses $2.3B in biggest crash since 2021 as capitulation intensifies: Analyst
Bitcoin has seen record realized losses in one of the cryptocurrency’s largest-ever capitulation events as short-term holders sold at steep losses amid its decline.
Bitcoin open interest hits lows not seen since 2024: Is TradFi abandoning BTC?
Bitcoin open interest falls to $34 billion as investor demand dries up and traders’ concerns shift to worrying US macroeconomic data. Is TradFi exiting BTC?
Israel arrests two over Polymarket trades on military operations
Israeli authorities said a military reservist and a civilian were arrested after allegedly using classified information to place bets related to military strikes on Iran.
Crypto use in human trafficking networks surged in 2025: Chainalysis
Chainalysis says that despite the rising use of crypto in trafficking networks, the transparency of blockchain may give visibility into the operations, aiding law enforcement.
ETHZilla offers token tied to jet engine leases amid tokenization pivot
Crypto treasury firm ETHZilla recently sold some of its crypto to begin a tokenization push by buying two jet engines leased to a US airline.
Bitcoin ETFs bleed $410M as Standard Chartered slashes BTC target
US spot Bitcoin ETFs are on track for a fourth consecutive week of losses as Standard Chartered cut its 2026 Bitcoin target to $100,000.
Aave Labs seeks $50M grant to redirect product revenue to DAO
Some community members questioned the size of the $50 million package and warned that the proposed AAVE token grant could concentrate voting power.
Boerse Stuttgart Digital, Tradias agree merger to build European crypto hub
Boerse Stuttgart will merge its crypto arm with Tradias, creating a regulated European crypto unit providing services in trading, custody, staking and tokenized assets.
22 Bitcoin worth $1.5M vanish from Seoul police custody
The loss was uncovered during an audit launched after a separate 320 Bitcoin custody failure, raising fresh concerns over digital asset management by authorities.
Crypto CEO gets 20 years for $200M Bitcoin Ponzi scheme
A federal judge sentenced PGI founder Ramil Palafox to 20 years in prison for running a Bitcoin Ponzi scheme that raised over $200 million from customers between 2019 and 2021.
SanDisk (SNDK) Stock Rallies 5% as Memory Shortage Gets Worse – Time to Buy?
TLDR SanDisk stock climbed 5.16% Thursday as Kioxia’s strong guidance triggered a rally across memory chip stocks Japanese chipmaker Kioxia reported customers booking NAND supply for 2027-2028, two years earlier than typical one-year advance contracts Memory chip shortage expected to persist through 2026 as manufacturers prioritize high-bandwidth memory over NAND production SanDisk trades at 15x [...] The post SanDisk (SNDK) Stock Rallies 5% as Memory Shortage Gets Worse – Time to Buy? appeared first on Blockonomi.
Why Rivian (RIVN) Stock Jumped 15% After Thursday’s Earnings Report
TLDR Rivian beat Q4 expectations with $1.29 billion revenue and 54-cent loss per share versus 68 cents expected Stock surged 15% after hours on 2026 delivery guidance of 62,000-67,000 vehicles, up 47-59% year-over-year Company posted first annual gross profit of $144 million in 2025, supported by Volkswagen software partnership R2 SUV priced at $45,000 remains [...] The post Why Rivian (RIVN) Stock Jumped 15% After Thursday’s Earnings Report appeared first on Blockonomi.
Apple (AAPL) Stock Tumbles 5% on Siri Setback and Regulatory Heat
TLDR Apple stock plunged 5% Thursday in its worst session since April 2025, wiping out year-to-date gains Siri AI upgrade delayed to May or later due to unreliable in-app voice command processing issues FTC Chair sent letter to Tim Cook questioning Apple News content selection practices Wall Street analysts maintain Moderate Buy rating with $306.89 [...] The post Apple (AAPL) Stock Tumbles 5% on Siri Setback and Regulatory Heat appeared first on Blockonomi.
Bitcoin Price Analysis: Liquidation Heatmap Reveals BTC’s Most Crucial Levels
Bitcoin continues to exhibit choppy price action, fluctuating within the $60K–$70K range as the market remains in a clear state of indecision. With neither side establishing dominance, further consolidation appears to be the most probable scenario for the week ahead. Bitcoin Price Analysis: The Daily Chart On the daily timeframe, BTC’s rejection at the $70K […]
Ripple’s (XRP) Next Price Targets, Cardano (ADA) Whales on the Move, and More: Bits Recap Feb 13
Here's everything most interesting around XRP, ADA, and BTC.
Binance France CEO targeted in chaotic double home attack
The incident highlights the growing security risks faced by executives in the cryptocurrency industry, necessitating enhanced protective measures. The post Binance France CEO targeted in chaotic double home attack appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Bitcoin Approaches Undervalued Zone: Report
Recent analytics report has revealed that Bitcoin is entering an undervalued zone.
D-Wave Quantum (QBTS) Stock Could Double as Analysts See 110% Upside Ahead
TLDR TD Cowen analyst Krish Sankar started coverage on D-Wave Quantum (QBTS) with a Buy rating, noting the company generates actual revenue unlike quantum computing competitors Revenue projections show growth from $26 million in 2025 to $135 million by 2028, marking over 70% compound annual growth D-Wave’s Advantage systems command $20-40 million per unit with [...] The post D-Wave Quantum (QBTS) Stock Could Double as Analysts See 110% Upside Ahead appeared first on Blockonomi.
Bitcoin Developers Kick Off Quantum-Safety Track With BIP-360
Bitcoin’s quantum-security discussion just gained a concrete new artifact in the code-and-spec pipeline: an updated draft of BIP-360 has been merged into the official Bitcoin Improvement Proposals repository, proposing a Taproot-adjacent output type designed to limit exposure to future quantum key-recovery attacks. The change matters less because it “solves” quantum risk today, and more because […]
Bitdeer (BTDR) Stock Drops 8% After Q4 Earnings Show Margin Decline
TLDR Bitdeer swung to Q4 profit of $70.5 million from a $531.9 million loss while revenue surged to $225 million from $69 million year-over-year The miner’s hashrate capacity reached 71 EH/s, exceeding MARA Holdings, as it mined 1,673 bitcoins versus 469 in Q4 2024 Gross margin fell to 4.7% from 7.4% due to rising electricity [...] The post Bitdeer (BTDR) Stock Drops 8% After Q4 Earnings Show Margin Decline appeared first on Blockonomi.
Dogecoin Inflation Down: Five Billion DOGE Minted Yearly, But Rate Slows
Interesting fun fact shared about the biggest dog coin by market capitalization, Dogecoin (DOGE).
Coinbase (COIN) Stock Jumps After Hours Despite Missing Q4 Estimates
TLDR Coinbase posted a $667 million Q4 2025 net loss, its first quarterly loss in two years, missing EPS estimates by 26 cents with 66 cents versus expected 92 cents. Revenue declined 21.5% year-over-year to $1.78 billion while transaction revenue plummeted 37% to $982.7 million as Bitcoin dropped 30% during the quarter. Subscription revenue grew [...] The post Coinbase (COIN) Stock Jumps After Hours Despite Missing Q4 Estimates appeared first on Blockonomi.
Cathie Wood Sells Airbnb, Buys Robinhood and Shopify in Portfolio Shift
TLDR ARK Invest purchased $13.6 million in Robinhood and $13.5 million in Shopify shares following earnings-related price declines on February 12 Cathie Wood’s fund sold $31 million worth of Airbnb stock, marking the second consecutive day of reducing the position ARK also bought Tempus AI, Roblox, and Toast while selling DraftKings, Pinterest, and Teradyne holdings [...] The post Cathie Wood Sells Airbnb, Buys Robinhood and Shopify in Portfolio Shift appeared first on Blockonomi.
Gold Surges as Traders Prepare for Make-or-Break Inflation Report
TLDR Gold prices increased Friday morning with futures up 0.8% to $4,990 per ounce as markets awaited January CPI inflation data release at 8:30am ET Spot gold climbed 1.1% to $4,973.49 per ounce recovering from Thursday’s 3% decline during previous trading session Deutsche Bank predicts January monthly CPI at 0.26% down from December’s 0.31% with [...] The post Gold Surges as Traders Prepare for Make-or-Break Inflation Report appeared first on Blockonomi.
Stock Market Meltdown: Dow Drops 650 Points, Bitcoin Sinks to $65K as AI Disruption Fears Hammer Tech and Crypto
Stock Market Meltdown: Dow Drops 650 Points, Bitcoin Sinks to $65K as AI Disruption Fears Hammer Tech and Crypto US stock markets took a sharp dive on Thursday. The Dow Jones Industrial Average lost over 650 points, or about 1.3%. […] The post Stock Market Meltdown: Dow Drops 650 Points, Bitcoin Sinks to $65K as AI Disruption Fears Hammer Tech and Crypto appeared first on Blockmanity.
Daily Market Update: Bitcoin Crashes to $65,000 as Tech Stocks Sell-Off
TLDR Bitcoin declined to $65,000, losing 2% in 24 hours as tech stocks experienced heavy selling pressure Software sector ETF dropped 3% Wednesday and is down 21% for the year as AI concerns mount Silver crashed 10.3% to $75.08 while gold fell 3.1% to $4,938 in sudden afternoon sell-off Stock futures for S&P 500, Nasdaq, [...] The post Daily Market Update: Bitcoin Crashes to $65,000 as Tech Stocks Sell-Off appeared first on Blockonomi.
Elon Musk Blasts Anthropic Claude as “Evil” After AI Startup Hits $380 Billion Valuation
TLDR AI company Anthropic secured $30 billion in Series G funding, reaching a $380 billion post-money valuation with GIC and Coatue leading the round Elon Musk attacked Anthropic on social media, calling Claude AI “misanthropic and evil” and accusing it of bias against certain demographics The company reports $14 billion in annual revenue run-rate after [...] The post Elon Musk Blasts Anthropic Claude as “Evil” After AI Startup Hits $380 Billion Valuation appeared first on Blockonomi.
Kalshi enters $9B sports insurance market with new brokerage deal
Kalshi is moving deeper into the sports insurance market after announcing a partnership with sports insurance broker Game Point Capital, according to comments from CEO Tarek Mansour. The collaboration targets the fast-growing sports insurance and reinsurance industry, currently valued at…
Taurus and Blockdaemon Partner to Advance Institutional Crypto Staking Solutions
Taurus and Blockdaemon have formed a strategic partnership to provide institutional-grade crypto staking services, enabling banks and financial institutions to participate in Proof-of- Stake networks securely. Taurus, a Swiss digital asset infrastructure provider, has partnered with Blockdaemon to integrate institutional-grade staking services for global banking and financial clients. The collaboration enables regulated institutions to participate […]
South Korea’s Mirae Asset moves to take control of crypto exchange Korbit in $92M deal
Mirae Asset's acquisition of Korbit signals increased integration of traditional finance with digital assets, potentially reshaping financial landscapes. The post South Korea’s Mirae Asset moves to take control of crypto exchange Korbit in $92M deal appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
450% Spike in XRP Ledger Accounts: Adoption or Automation?
XRP saw a substantial spike in fresh accounts created on the network, which might mean an improvement of its outlook or potentially illicit activity.
Pi price climbs 12% as Feb. 15 mainnet node upgrade cut‑off nears
Pi price climbed double‑digits on Friday as the network’s long‑running experiment in “mobile‑first” crypto collides with hard mainnet deadlines and bruised holders looking for a bottom. Pi (PI) price has jumped around 12% from recent lows as the Feb. 15…
Pi price climbs 12% as Feb. 15 mainnet node upgrade cut‑off nears
Pi price climbed double‑digits on Friday as the network’s long‑running experiment in “mobile‑first” crypto collides with hard mainnet deadlines and bruised holders looking for a bottom. Pi (PI) price has jumped around 12% from recent lows as the Feb. 15…
Taco Tech Tuesday Sells Out at ETHDenver, Partners with Bitcoin.com
This content is provided by a sponsor. PRESS RELEASE. Taco Tech Tuesday (TTT), the flagship blockchain and technology networking series, has officially sold out at ETHDenver, highlighting growing engagement in the Web3 community. The event brings together developers, investors, and innovators for networking, discussions, and hands-on experiences with emerging blockchain technologies. TTT has partnered with […]
Beyond XRP: How XRPL Is Upgrading TradFi With New Token Escrow
XRPL is now an "opportunity market." XRP contributor Vet breaks down why the XLS-85 TokenEscrow amendment is a foundational moment for stablecoins like RLUSD and the future of institutional-grade DeFi on the XRP Ledger.
Will $2.3B options expiry jolt Ethereum price from key strike levels?
Ethereum price continues to lag its 2021 peak as institutions rotate cautiously into ETH exposure while weighing ETF flows, on-chain activity, and broader macro risk. BlackRock is leaning into the pain on Ethereum (ETH) price, quietly ramping up its exposure…
XRP price could double if BlackRock files for ETF, analyst suggests
XRP price could rally 100% if BlackRock files for an XRP ETF, as analysts flag a shift in institutional allocations beyond Bitcoin and Ethereum into alternative assets. A cryptocurrency analyst has projected that XRP (XRP) price could rally 100% if…
XRP ETFs Break Six-Day Inflow Streak Despite Positive Week for Ripple
After days of inflows, XRP ETF products finally recorded over $6 million in outflows despite positive Ripple updates.
Transforming Transportation Emissions: CATchain-R Blockchain Registry for Trusted Climate Action
Transforming Transportation Emissions: Blockchain Registry for Trusted Climate Action Climate change is a huge problem, and transportation is a big part of it. In the US, it leads all sectors in greenhouse gas emissions. Cities and companies promise big cuts, […] The post Transforming Transportation Emissions: CATchain-R Blockchain Registry for Trusted Climate Action appeared first on Blockmanity.
Coinidol.com: Dogecoin Continues to Hold above $0.080
Dogecoin's price has remained above the $0.080 support since February 5.
Banks Beat Payment Providers in Argentina: Labor Reform Bans Payments to Digital Wallets
A proposal that would have allowed workers to receive wages in digital wallets managed by payment providers was defeated after banks pressured lawmakers to exclude that option during debates over Argentina’s new labor law reform. No Choice: Digital Wallets Left Out as Eligible Payment Options in Labor Law Reform Argentina has failed to advance in […]
Crypto CEO gets 20 years for $200M Bitcoin Ponzi scheme
A federal judge sentenced PGI founder Ramil Palafox to 20 years in prison for running a Bitcoin Ponzi scheme that raised over $200 million from customers between 2019 and 2021.
Vitalik Buterin Says, Focus on Utility, Not Incentives
Key Highlights In a tweet, Vitalik Buterin affirmed that incentives are good if they compensate for temporary risks…
Chainlink Price Rises Against Market Sell-Off as Reserve Adds 135K LINK
The Chainlink price correction gave a decisive breakdown from the support trendline of a falling wedge pattern, signalling…
HYPE Price Holds $28 Floor as Market Faces Deleveraging Pressure
HYPE price recovery is poised for a major breakout from the resistance trendline of the flag pattern resistance…
BNB Shows Resilience at $600 as RWA Expansion Strengthens
BNB Chain recorded $2 billion in tokenized real-world assets (RWAs) by the end of 2025. The Binance coin…
Binance’s Mastercard crypto card launches across CIS countries
Binance rolls out its prepaid Mastercard crypto card to select CIS markets, offering instant crypto-to-fiat payments, cashback rewards, and a Valentine promo amid scam warnings. Binance has launched its prepaid Mastercard crypto card in several Commonwealth of Independent States countries,…
China extends crypto ban to stablecoins, tokenized real-world assets
Mainland China widens its crypto ban to cover RMB-pegged stablecoins and tokenized real-world assets, even as Hong Kong pushes ahead with a licensed stablecoin regime. China’s central bank and top regulatory authorities have extended the country’s cryptocurrency ban to include…
Ripple President Reacts as Big Institutional Player Aviva Investors Moves Funds onto XRPL
Ripple's president predicts institutional tokenization and DeFi adoption at scale this year.
Bhutan’s Bitcoin sales enter third straight week with $6.7M BTC offload
Bhutan has sold another 100 Bitcoin worth approximately $6.7 million, according to blockchain analytics platform Arkham Intelligence, which flagged the transaction in a recent post. On-chain data shared by Arkham shows the transfer occurred roughly 16 hours prior to the…
Regional banks must partner with crypto startups now or lose out on stablecoin revenues | Opinion
There are hundreds of cryptocurrency payment startups operating across the U.S. that can help regional banks bridge the digital gap.
HSBC To Power Pilot Issuance Of UK Digital Bonds – Details
The UK government has tapped HSBC’s blockchain platform to run a pilot for issuing digital government bonds, called the Digital Gilt Instrument, or DIGIT. Related Reading: Stablecoins See Largest Conversion Spreads In Africa, Research Shows The move marks a concrete step toward testing whether blockchain technology can improve efficiency in sovereign debt markets. Reports say […]
Best Crypto Exchanges of 2026 So Far – February Market Leaders
Disclosure: This article contains affiliate links. If you click a link and make a purchase or sign up for a service, Bitcoin.com may receive a commission. Our editorial content is independent and based on objective analysis. As 2026 moves further into the first quarter, the top crypto exchanges continue to refine their platforms, raising standards […]
‘Choose Your Pain, XRP Investors’: Analyst Maps Out 2 Paths for Ripple’s Price
Where will XRP find a bottom and how high it would go in a subsequent bull market?
22 Bitcoin worth $1.5M vanish from Seoul police custody
The loss was uncovered during an audit launched after a separate 320 Bitcoin custody failure, raising fresh concerns over digital asset management by authorities.
Praetorian Group CEO Sentenced to 20 Years for $200M Bitcoin Ponzi Scheme
TLDR: Praetorian Group CEO Ramil Palafox received 20-year sentence for operating $200M Bitcoin Ponzi scheme from 2019 to 2021. Over 90,000 investors worldwide lost at least $62.7M in the fraudulent cryptocurrency operation. Palafox promised daily returns of 0.5% to 3% but paid investors with their own or others’ money. CEO spent millions on 20 luxury [...] The post Praetorian Group CEO Sentenced to 20 Years for $200M Bitcoin Ponzi Scheme appeared first on Blockonomi.
Love in the time of crypto: DOJ warns of Valentine’s Day romance scams
As Valentine’s Day approaches, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Ohio is warning the public about a surge in romance scams that target people through online relationships and often lead to financial loss, including requests for cryptocurrency…
Binance’s CZ rejects “fake news” claim of 60,000 BTC BitMEX hedge profits
CZ denies Binance ever traded on BitMEX or booked 60,000 BTC in hedge profits during the March 2020 crash, calling the viral allegation “fake news” and technically impossible. Binance founder Changpeng “CZ” Zhao has moved to quash fresh allegations that…
Ethereum apps can’t just pay their way to real adoption, Vitalik warns
Vitalik Buterin says crypto apps must move beyond “pay users or fail,” using incentives only to offset early risks while focusing on real utility and committed communities. Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has weighed in on ongoing debates within the cryptocurrency…
Sony Innovation Fund Backs Yoake to Scale Verified Fandom Infrastructure
Sony Innovation Fund invests $3.2M in Yoake’s Record Protocol to transform fan engagement through blockchain-powered verified fandom infrastructure across entertainment sectors. Sony Innovation Fund (SIF) has led a $3.2 million funding round for Yoake entertainment, marking a significant strategic partnership to develop Record Protocol’s blockchain-based fandom infrastructure. The investment deepens collaboration with Sony Block Solutions […]
AVAX Eyes $147 Target as Elliott Wave Pattern Signals Multi-Year Recovery Phase
TLDR: AVAX completed Wave 1 between $8-$5, now entering Wave 2 recovery phase within descending channel CryptoPatel targets $33, $58, $97, and $147 representing potential 2,489% expansion from bottom Critical support at $5.50 must hold on weekly close to maintain bullish Elliott Wave structure Analysis suggests multi-year setup through 2026-2027 suited for spot accumulation and [...] The post AVAX Eyes $147 Target as Elliott Wave Pattern Signals Multi-Year Recovery Phase appeared first on Blockonomi.
Coinbase Under Scrutiny: CEO Armstrong Sells $550M in Stock Amid 60% Price Crash
TLDR: Armstrong sold 1.5M shares worth $550M+ between April 2025 and January 2026 in 88 transactions Coinbase stock crashed 60% from 2025 peak, trading 48% below 200-day moving average at $153 Q4 2025 earnings showed $667M net loss with 20% revenue decline and shrinking trading volumes Centralized exchange trust eroded after FTX’s $8B misuse and [...] The post Coinbase Under Scrutiny: CEO Armstrong Sells $550M in Stock Amid 60% Price Crash appeared first on Blockonomi.
Bitcoin price forecast as whale deposits 10K BTC to Binance
Bitcoin price is facing renewed pressure after on-chain data flagged by Lookonchain revealed that a major whale has moved roughly 10,000 BTC to Binance over the past two days, raising concerns of potential selling activity. The most recent transfer involved…
Crypto-linked flows to trafficking services surge 85% in 2025, Chainalysis says
Chainalysis says crypto flows to suspected trafficking services jumped 85% in 2025, with stablecoin-heavy, Telegram-linked networks leaving traceable on-chain trails. Cryptocurrency flows to suspected human trafficking services increased 85% year-over-year in 2025, reaching hundreds of millions of dollars, according to…
Qzino Introduces Token-Based Revenue Model for Web3 iGaming Platform
[PRESS RELEASE – Valletta, Malta, February 13th, 2026] Qzino, a Web3-based crypto casino platform, has officially launched, introducing an ecosystem that integrates profit-sharing mechanisms, token-based rewards, and a broad gaming offering. The platform provides access to more than 10,000 games, including proprietary Qzino Originals, and incorporates token utility into its operational model. Positioned as an […]
Boerse Stuttgart Digital, Tradias agree merger to build European crypto hub
Boerse Stuttgart Digital and Tradias have agreed a merger, creating a regulated European crypto unit providing services in trading, custody, staking and tokenized assets.
Bitcoin ETFs Bleed $410M as IBIT ETF by BlackRock Suffers the Largest Loss
TLDR Bitcoin ETFs faced a daily outflow of $410.37 million on February 12, with a cumulative net inflow of $54.31 billion. IBIT and FBTC experienced heavy losses, with daily outflows of $157.56M and $104.13M, respectively. Grayscale’s BTC ETF saw a minor outflow of $33.54 million, with a 3.25% decline in value. Mid-tier Bitcoin ETFs like [...] The post Bitcoin ETFs Bleed $410M as IBIT ETF by BlackRock Suffers the Largest Loss appeared first on Blockonomi.
Bitget’s Gracy AI brings CEO-style guidance to crypto market decisions
Bitget launches Gracy AI, an animated digital human modeled on CEO Gracy Chen to guide users on market cycles, strategy, and career decisions rather than price calls. Cryptocurrency exchange Bitget has launched Gracy AI, a digital assistant designed to replicate…
Standard Chartered slashes Bitcoin target again on ETF outflows, Fed angst
Standard Chartered cuts 2026 Bitcoin and Ethereum targets again, citing weak macro, softer Fed-cut hopes, ETF outflows and shifting investor positioning. Standard Chartered has lowered its long-term Bitcoin price forecast for the second time in less than three months, citing…
BTC’s Price Dumps Every Time This Whale Deposits: And It Just Happened Again
Bitcoin slipped 3% the last time this whale made a substantial deposit, is another decline on its way?
XRP Ledger Activates Token Escrow: Here’s What XLS-85 Unlocks
The XRP Ledger has activated Token Escrow (XLS-85) on mainnet on Feb.12, extending the network’s native escrow mechanics beyond XRP to Trustline-based tokens (IOUs) and Multi-Purpose Tokens (MPTs). The amendment was enabled today with 88% consensus (30/34 validators) and was introduced in rippled v2.5.0 under the XLS-85 specification. Escrow, But For Every Asset On XRP […]
Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Bill Allowing Brazil to Acquire up to 1 Million BTC Reintroduced in Congress
A bill proposing the acquisition of up to 1 million BTC has been introduced to the Brazilian Congress, significantly expanding a previous national strategic bitcoin reserve. The draft, which will need to be greenlit, would put Brazil among the countries holding the most bitcoin. New 1 Million BTC Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Bill Presented in Brazilian […]
Can Monero price reclaim January highs as bullish MACD crossover forms after weekly rebound?
Monero price rebounded nearly 15% over the past week to $350 as investors bought the recent dip to a yearly low. It is close to charting a bullish MACD crossover that could pave the way for more upside in the…
Aave Labs seeks $50M grant to redirect product revenue to DAO
Some community members questioned the size of the $50 million package and warned that the proposed AAVE token grant could concentrate voting power.
South Korean police lose Bitcoin seized in 2021 investigation
South Korea’s Gangnam Police Station has confirmed that 22 Bitcoins worth about ₩2.1 billion (roughly USD 1.6 million) were lost from police custody, authorities said on Friday. The disappearance of the crypto assets, seized during an earlier investigation, was discovered…
Bitcoin ETFs bleed $410M as Standard Chartered slashes BTC target
US spot Bitcoin ETFs are on track for a fourth consecutive week of losses as Standard Chartered cut its 2026 Bitcoin target to $100,000.
Shiba Inu (SHIB) Outlook: Indicators Signal Potential Choppy Phase
SHIB is ready for a potential recovery as a choppy market could turn into a stabilization effort.
Why Cryptocurrency is the Future of Money: A Complete Beginner’s Guide
What is and Why Does it Matter? In today’s fast-changing world, money is going digital. is leading this change. It is a type of digital money that uses special tech called blockchain. Unlike regular money from banks, is not controlled […] The post Why Cryptocurrency is the Future of Money: A Complete Beginner’s Guide appeared first on Blockmanity.
CEO sentenced to 20 years for $200M Bitcoin Ponzi scheme
A U.S. federal court has sentenced the chief executive of a crypto trading and multi-level marketing firm to 20 years in prison for orchestrating a massive Bitcoin-based Ponzi scheme that defrauded tens of thousands of investors worldwide. Bitcoin Ponzi scheme…
The ‘Bear Market Signal’: This Bitcoin Indicator Just Flashed Red After 3 Years
The Bitcoin network's structural growth has entered a contraction phase.
Cango Closes $10.5 Million Investment, Secures $65 Million in New Equity Commitments
Bitcoin mining company Cango Inc. said Feb. 12 it closed a previously announced $10.5 million equity investment from Enduring Wealth Capital Ltd. and entered definitive agreements for an additional $65 million of Class A equity investments from entities wholly owned by Chairman Xin Jin and director Chang‑Wei Chiu, with purchases priced at $1.32 per Class […]
ETHZilla launches tokenized aviation assets on Ethereum — What it means for ETH price
Ethereum is trading around $1,937, down roughly 1% on the day, as the market consolidates following a sharp early-February sell-off. The price action comes as ETHZilla announced the launch of the first-ever tradable tokenized aviation assets on the Ethereum (ETH)…
Bitcoin Selloff Drew Spot Volume, But Demand Lacked Follow-Through: Glassnode
On-chain analytics firm Glassnode has highlighted how the Bitcoin Spot Volume spiked during the price drawdown, but it has since cooled off. Bitcoin Spot Volume Shot Up During The Selloff In its latest weekly report, Glassnode has talked about the latest trend in the Bitcoin Spot Volume. This on-chain indicator measures the total amount of […]
Xiaomi Overtakes Tesla in China’s Electric Vehicle Market with YU7 SUV
TLDR Xiaomi’s YU7 SUV outsold Tesla’s Model Y in January with 37,869 units sold. The YU7’s competitive pricing and extended driving range give it an edge over Tesla. Tesla’s Model Y saw a significant drop in January, falling to 20th place in sales. Xiaomi aims to expand its electric vehicle offerings internationally, including in Europe [...] The post Xiaomi Overtakes Tesla in China’s Electric Vehicle Market with YU7 SUV appeared first on Blockonomi.
CFTC Forms Innovation Advisory Committee With 35 Crypto and Finance Industry Leaders
TLDR: CFTC appoints 35 industry leaders to Innovation Advisory Committee for derivatives oversight Committee includes executives from Coinbase, Kraken, Gemini, CME Group, and Nasdaq platforms Chairman Selig aims to future-proof markets through collaboration with diverse stakeholders Academic experts and venture capital firms join traditional finance leaders on advisory panel The Commodity Futures Trading Commission [...] The post CFTC Forms Innovation Advisory Committee With 35 Crypto and Finance Industry Leaders appeared first on Blockonomi.
21Shares deepens BitGo ties to power ETF custody and staking
BitGo Holdings, Inc. and 21Shares have expanded their global partnership to support a growing lineup of crypto exchange-traded products (ETPs) and ETFs with enhanced staking and custody services. 21Shares turns to BitGo for expanded custody The new agreement covers both…
Coinbase, Ripple, Solana execs join CFTC’s Innovation Advisory Committee
The Commodity and Futures Trading Commission expanded its Innovation Advisory Committee to a 35-member panel on Thursday with the addition of executives from leading crypto-facing entities like Coinbase and Ripple, among others. An updated list with 23 new appointments, layered…
Hyperliquid price charts bullish reversal pattern as network earnings spike, rebound coming?
Hyperliquid price action recently confirmed a breakout from a bullish reversal pattern, supported by a notable uptick in network revenue. After rallying to a yearly high of $37.84 on Feb. 3, the Hyperliquid (HYPE) price retraced nearly 18% to $31.06…
Crypto-linked human trafficking payments surged 85% in 2025, Chainalysis report finds
Cryptocurrency use for transactions involving human trafficking surged 85% in 2025. According to a Feb. 13 Chainalysis report, which tracked cryptocurrency-facilitated human trafficking payments tied to escort services, labor recruiters connected to Southeast Asian scam compounds, and child sexual abuse…