Crypto on High Alert: CPI, PCE, and Fed Minutes Poised to Upend Rate Cut Expectations
Why Crypto Traders Are Holding Their Breath The crypto world is buzzing with tension right now. Bitcoin and other coins are stuck in a tight range, waiting for big economic news. Key reports like CPI, PCE, and the Fed minutes […] The post Crypto on High Alert: CPI, PCE, and Fed Minutes Poised to Upend Rate Cut Expectations appeared first on Blockmanity.
Analysts Watch BTC’s $78K Test as Retail Keeps Buying Dips
Key Highlights: Crypto analyst Evans tweeted that Bitcoin (BTC) is the average cost zone. According to the post…
Strategy (MSTR) Stock Gains 9% as Saylor Teases 99th Bitcoin Buy
TLDR Strategy (MSTR) stock surged 9% in after-hours trading Friday after Chairman Michael Saylor hinted at the company’s 99th Bitcoin purchase The company holds 714,644 BTC worth $49.36 billion but faces $5.1 billion in unrealized losses with Bitcoin trading at $69,126 Strategy recently bought 1,142 BTC for $90 million at $78,815 per coin, maintaining an [...] The post Strategy (MSTR) Stock Gains 9% as Saylor Teases 99th Bitcoin Buy appeared first on Blockonomi.
Robinhood (HOOD) Stock: Buy the Dip or Is Another Drop Coming?
TLDR Robinhood (HOOD) shares plunged 17% following Q4 earnings that beat EPS at $0.66 but missed revenue expectations of $1.35 billion Crypto transaction revenue dropped 38% to $221 million due to declining trading volumes across digital assets Wall Street analysts lowered price targets but kept Buy ratings, with average target implying 90.5% upside potential Prediction [...] The post Robinhood (HOOD) Stock: Buy the Dip or Is Another Drop Coming? appeared first on Blockonomi.
Nvidia (NVDA) Stock Gets Three Bullish Calls Before Q4 Earnings Drop
TLDR Nvidia reports Q4 FY26 earnings February 25 with analysts forecasting $1.52 EPS (up 71%) and $65.58 billion revenue (up 67%) Wolfe Research, KeyBanc, and UBS analysts maintain Buy ratings citing strong fundamentals and CUDA software advantage Alphabet’s $175-$185 billion 2026 AI spending plan expected to drive demand for Nvidia GPUs and Broadcom chips NVDA [...] The post Nvidia (NVDA) Stock Gets Three Bullish Calls Before Q4 Earnings Drop appeared first on Blockonomi.
Bitcoin volatility spikes as key support cracks below $68k–$70k range
Bitcoin wavers below key support as liquidations rise and CVDD highlights deeper downside risk. Bitcoin’s (BTC) price has entered a period of volatility as the cryptocurrency struggles to maintain recent highs amid macroeconomic concerns and market liquidations, according to market…
CryptoQuant flags $863M Nexo loans as confidence holds in pullback
CryptoQuant data shows Nexo users borrowed nearly 1 billion dollars in a year and over 30% returned, suggesting managed deleveraging as Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana retreat. Crypto lending platform Nexo has quietly become a barometer of risk appetite in digital…
Did SBI Holdings Really Buy $10 Billion Worth Of XRP? CEO Reveals The Real Figure
Speculation around institutional XRP accumulation intensified after claims surfaced that SBI Holdings had acquired $10 billion worth of the digital asset. The narrative gained traction quickly, feeding bullish sentiment and reinforcing assumptions about deep corporate exposure to XRP. However, a direct clarification from the company’s leadership has now reframed the conversation, replacing viral figures with […]
Metaplanet revenue jumps 738% as Bitcoin generates 95% of sales
Metaplanet reported about $40 million in operating profit but still recorded a $619 million net loss amid the Bitcoin price drop.
Oldest Satoshi-era Bitcoin wallet buys $2B in BTC - What does it know?
While most small investors are focused on daily price changes, one of Bitcoin’s oldest and most famous wallets has made a major move. A wallet from the early “Satoshi era,” when Bitcoin [BTCThe post Oldest Satoshi-era Bitcoin wallet buys $2B in BTC - What does it know? appeared first on AMBCrypto.
Crypto Courtroom Drama: Kevin O’Leary Wins Nearly $3M Against YouTuber ‘Bitboy’
Businessman and TV personality Kevin O’Leary, known as “Mr. Wonderful” from Shark Tank, has won a $2.8 million judgment after a US federal court entered default against popular YouTuber Ben “BitBoy” Armstrong. Related Reading: Institutions Could ‘Fire’ Bitcoin Devs Over Quantum Threat, VC Warns The ruling comes after Armstrong failed to respond to a defamation […]
Major Russian broker Finam plans to launch crypto mining fund as soon as this week
Finam's Bitcoin mining fund could boost Russia's crypto market, leveraging local energy resources and potentially attracting global investors. The post Major Russian broker Finam plans to launch crypto mining fund as soon as this week appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
XRP Ledger faces test as tokenized Treasuries sit idle on XRPL
XRP Ledger now holds most tokenized U.S. Treasury supply, but trading and settlement still favor Ethereum and layer-2 networks, leaving XRPL’s role in flux. XRP Ledger holds approximately 63% of tokenized U.S. Treasury bill token supply, yet trading activity remains…
XRP Fakeout to $1.65 Sparks Crash Fears: Gravestone Doji in Focus
The last time XRP printed a gravestone doji, it dumped by nearly 50% - will history repeat?
Shiba Inu Jumps 12% in Burn Rate, But Price Is Still Down
Shiba Inu has seen a positive jump in burn rate as its weekly price is up 9%.
Russia’s Crypto Powerhouse: Daily Turnover Surpasses $650 Million, Officials Confirm
Russia is quietly building one of the world’s biggest crypto markets. New data shows the country’s daily crypto turnover has hit . This huge number comes from the Ministry of Finance and points to a booming underground economy that leaders […] The post Russia’s Crypto Powerhouse: Daily Turnover Surpasses $650 Million, Officials Confirm appeared first on Blockmanity.
Bitcoin Accumulation Surges as Long-Term Holders Average 372,000 BTC Monthly
TLDR: CryptoQuant reports 372,000 BTC in average monthly Bitcoin accumulation. September 2024 accumulation averaged just 10,000 BTC monthly. Accumulator addresses meet strict no-outflow and balance criteria. Buying activity increased during recent Bitcoin price weakness. Bitcoin accumulation is accelerating sharply among long-term holder cohorts identified by CryptoQuant. Recent data shows monthly accumulation averaging roughly 372,000 [...] The post Bitcoin Accumulation Surges as Long-Term Holders Average 372,000 BTC Monthly appeared first on Blockonomi.
Analyzing Hyperliquid's slip below $30: What's next for HYPE?
Amid a broader crypto market pullback, Hyperliquid continued with its retrace, closing at lower lows for two consecutive days. HYPE fell to a low of $29, breaching the $30 support after failing tThe post Analyzing Hyperliquid's slip below $30: What's next for HYPE? appeared first on AMBCrypto.
Honduran Bitcoin Utopia Prospera Faces Uncertainty After Government Change
Prospera, a Zone for Employment and Economic Development (ZEDE) in Honduras that uses bitcoin as legal tender, faces uncertainty about its future after the highest court declared the framework that created it unconstitutional. Prospera Faces Uncertainty After Nasry Asfura’s Victory Prospera, a Honduran city founded to become a self-governing territory within the nation, faces uncertainty […]
I’d rather go broke than contribute to KYC’s encroaching grip on society | Opinion
Know your customer, or KYC, is often justified in the name of safety, but centralized safety is still a centralized risk
New Chinese bot traffic and deepfake scams raise crypto security alarm
Binance founder Changpeng Zhao says fully transparent on-chain transactions expose salaries and business data, blocking real-world adoption of crypto payments. Unexplained Chinese bot traffic is colliding with a second, quieter crisis: AI‑driven forgery and identity abuse that even crypto’s most…
Binance denies report on Iran-linked sanctions breaches and investigator firings
Binance says an internal review with external counsel found no sanctions violations and that it continues to meet its regulatory obligations under monitorship oversight.
Harvard rebalances crypto exposure: Trims Bitcoin, buys into Ether ETF
Harvard Management Company (HMC), the investment arm of Harvard University’s endowment, reduced its stake in a major Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) by roughly 21 %. Harvard rotates into ETH as Bitcoin ETF holdings shrink 21% Simultaneously, HMC established a new…
Bitcoin: Fatigue selling rises, but market panic stalls - What's next?
Bitcoin [BTC] traded near $68,700 at press time after a 30% retracement, reflecting controlled deleveraging rather than structural breakdown. Profit-taking and ETF outflows triggered the decline, whiThe post Bitcoin: Fatigue selling rises, but market panic stalls - What's next? appeared first on AMBCrypto.
MoonPay and Deel test stablecoin payroll for 40,000 UK–EU firms
MoonPay and Deel will let tens of thousands of UK and EU firms pay staff in stablecoins, testing crypto payroll at scale before a planned U.S. rollout. MoonPay announced Tuesday it has reached an agreement to enable approximately 40,000 companies…
XRP, PI, and DOGE Tumble as BTC’s Rally Was Stopped at $70K: Market Watch
Yesterday's gains were quickly erased in the cryptocurrency markets, with some alts, such as PI, DOGE, and XRP, marking big losses.
Crypto Markets Tense Up: Key Macro Data Like CPI, PCE, and Fed Talks Set to Drive Volatility
Why This Week’s Economic Releases Matter for Bitcoin and Crypto Financial markets, including crypto, are holding their breath. A busy week of key macro data is ahead. This includes CPI, PCE, Federal Reserve minutes, and speeches from Fed officials. These […] The post Crypto Markets Tense Up: Key Macro Data Like CPI, PCE, and Fed Talks Set to Drive Volatility appeared first on Blockmanity.
Crypto on High Alert: CPI, PCE, and Fed Minutes Poised to Upend Rate Cut Expectations
Why Crypto Traders Are Holding Their Breath The crypto world is buzzing with tension right now. Bitcoin and other coins are stuck in a tight range, waiting for big economic news. Key reports like CPI, PCE, and the Fed minutes […] The post Crypto on High Alert: CPI, PCE, and Fed Minutes Poised to Upend Rate Cut Expectations appeared first on Blockmanity.
SBI Holdings says $10B XRP talk is false, here’s what’s real
SBI Holdings has pushed back against claims circulating on social media that it holds $10 billion worth of XRP, clarifying that the figure is inaccurate and misrepresents the company’s actual exposure to Ripple. SBI Holdings denies $10B XRP claims The…
Ric Edelman Says $500,000 Bitcoin Is ‘Simple Arithmetic’ By 2030
Ric Edelman says Bitcoin can reach $500,000 by the end of the decade and, unlike many headline-grabbing forecasts, he’s putting a simple allocation math behind it. In a Feb. 15 interview with Altcoin Daily, the longtime financial adviser and founder of Edelman Financial (now managing roughly $330 billion, by his account) framed his target as […]
Top 12 memecoins to look out for in February 2026
Memcoins have become an integral part of the crypto ecosystem. While they started out as jokes or experiments, they have grown popular, attracting a wider audience and also helping make blockchain tecThe post Top 12 memecoins to look out for in February 2026 appeared first on AMBCrypto.
Analyst: Concerns on Stablecoin-Linked Deposit Flight Unwarranted
Stephen Gandel believes that stablecoins rewards will not endanger the banking system and that estimates of deposit flight are excessive. Nonetheless, he acknowledged that the equity returns of banking institutions might be affected, as banks will be forced to pay higher interest rates. Analyst: Bank’s Stablecoin Reward-Tied Deposit Flight Numbers Are Flawed The discussion of […]
Harvard discloses first Ethereum ETF holdings valued at $87M
Harvard's Ethereum ETF investment signals a strategic shift in its endowment strategy, reflecting broader acceptance of crypto assets. The post Harvard discloses first Ethereum ETF holdings valued at $87M appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
$75K or bearish 'regime shift?' Five things to know in Bitcoin this week
Bitcoin market analysis focused on liquidations and the wick to $59,000 for signs of the next significant BTC price move on lower time frames.
Bitcoin's 'Quantum Discount': Why Willy Woo Says BTC Is Breaking 12-Year Trend Against Gold
Willy Woo warns of a "Quantum Discount" as Bitcoin breaks a 12-year trend against gold. Discover why the risk of four million lost coins is decoupling BTC from macro gains.
VALR Highlights Africa’s Leadership in Crypto Adoption at Africa Tech Summit Nairobi
[PRESS RELEASE – Johannesburg, South Africa, February 16th, 2026] VALR, Africa’s largest crypto exchange by trade volume, concluded its role as a Gold Sponsor at the Africa Tech Summit in Nairobi on 11–12 February 2026. The event underscored Africa’s growing prominence as a centre for crypto innovation and adoption. Africa’s financial landscape remains fragmented, with […]
Bitcoin Slumps in February, Yet HODLers and Miners Signal Support
Bitcoin slides in February, but strong miner and long-term holder accumulation hints at possible price support.
Cardano’s $0.244 defense returns, but will on-chain activity pull ADA down?
Cardano [ADA], which lost 5% in the past 24 hours, is still struggling a week after falling out of the top 10 most-capped cryptos. The gap between ADA and Bitcoin Cash [BCH], which is at position tThe post Cardano’s $0.244 defense returns, but will on-chain activity pull ADA down? appeared first on AMBCrypto.
Crypto funds log fourth week of outflows at $173M as BTC dips below $70K
Crypto funds saw $173 million outflows last week as Bitcoin and Ether slipped, while XRP and Solana bucked the trend across global markets.
SHIB Price Trends Toward $0.00000666, Level Traders Call 'Mark of the Beast'
Shiba Inu is trending downward after an unsuccessful recovery attempt that got shut down as soon as weekend trading ended.
SOL price prediction as Solana RWA Tokenization value breaks $1.66B record
Solana price is catching its breath after a ferocious multi‑month rally, slipping back toward the mid‑$80s as traders reassess how much upside is left in one of this cycle’s most aggressive beta plays. The pullback is sharp, but it is…
Can Pi Network price reclaim $0.20 after breaking a key resistance trendline?
Pi Network’s price shot up more than 50% to $0.20 earlier last week before parting with some of its gains and settling lower. Can it reclaim the key psychological figure now that it has confirmed a breakout from a multi-month…
Willy Woo warns quantum risk is eroding Bitcoin’s edge over gold
Onchain analyst Willy Woo says markets are starting to price in the quantum threat, putting 4 million “lost” BTC and a 12‑year valuation uptrend versus gold into question.
Crypto funds bleed for fourth straight week as US investors pull back
Crypto funds recorded a fourth consecutive week of outflows, with $173 million withdrawn, according to CoinShares’ latest weekly fund flows report. The latest decline brings total outflows over the past four weeks to $3.74 billion, underscoring persistent investor caution amid…
Bitcoin faces quantum scrutiny as leveraged shorts eye liquidation risk zone
Bitcoin faces quantum computing scrutiny and heavy leveraged short positioning, with SOPR stabilization, ETF inflows and CME gap levels shaping whether a 10% move triggers a cascade of liquidations. Bitcoin’s potential vulnerability to quantum computing threats has drawn attention from…
$129B Crypto Maze: Russian Authorities Lose Sight Of Massive Annual Flows
Russia’s crypto scene is bigger than many realize, and regulators are sounding the alarm. Reports say daily crypto turnover inside the country may be around 50 billion rubles. That adds up fast — more than 10 trillion rubles a year by simple math — and officials say much of it moves beyond formal oversight. Related […]
Key macro data puts crypto markets on watch as CPI, PCE and Fed speak
Crypto and stock markets face a packed macro week, with CPI, PCE, Fed minutes and spending data set to test rate‑cut bets after mixed inflation and rising tensions. Financial markets are preparing for several key economic data releases this week…
Animoca Brands Secures VARA VASP License to Expand Dubai Operations
Animoca Brands obtains a Virtual Asset Service Provider license from VARA to offer regulated crypto services from Dubai. Animoca Brands announced on February 16, 2026 that it has received a Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) License from Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA), authorizing the company to provide virtual asset Broker‑Dealer Services and virtual asset […]
Coinbase retail traders buy Bitcoin and Ethereum dips, internal data shows
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong says retail users kept buying Bitcoin and Ethereum on price dips, with most Coinbase client balances in February at or above December levels. Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong reported that retail investors increased cryptocurrency purchases during recent…
Tokenized U.S. Treasuries keep RWA lead as tokenized equities accelerate
Tokenized Treasuries still dominate RWAs, but fast‑growing tokenized equities signal a broader shift toward on‑chain capital markets in 2026. Tokenized U.S. Treasuries continue to dominate the real-world asset market by market capitalization, though new data indicates tokenized equities have emerged…
OKX secures EU payment license to expand stablecoin services
OKX secured a Malta payment institution license to support EU-compliant stablecoin services, including OKX Pay and the OKX Card.
Russian crypto trading tops $640M a day, finance ministry reveals
Russia’s cryptocurrency market is experiencing a surge in transactional activity, with daily trading volumes reaching an estimated 50 billion rubles, roughly $640 million, according to Deputy Finance Minister Ivan Chebeskov. Booming crypto trade meets regulatory push Speaking at the Alfa…
Strategy nears its 99th Bitcoin purchase - Saylor ignores $12.4B loss
Despite a difficult start to the year, Strategy's Executive Chairman Michael Saylor has teased more Bitcoin [BTC] buys! A pat on the back like this, even in uncertain market conditions, is proof of bThe post Strategy nears its 99th Bitcoin purchase - Saylor ignores $12.4B loss appeared first on AMBCrypto.
XRP price prediction as token surges after Ripple CEO joins CFTC advisory committee
XRP price jumped after Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse joined the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission’s (CFTC) Global Markets Advisory Committee, a move seen as strengthening Ripple’s regulatory standing in Washington. However, the token has since pulled back and is trading…
Web3 Era: Banks Aren’t Disappearing, But Unprepared Ones Will Lose Big in Blockchain Finance
: Banks Aren’t Disappearing, But Unprepared Ones Will Lose Big in Blockchain Finance The world of finance is changing fast with Web3 and blockchain technology. Many people think traditional banks will vanish as crypto and decentralized finance (DeFi) grow. But […] The post Web3 Era: Banks Aren’t Disappearing, But Unprepared Ones Will Lose Big in Blockchain Finance appeared first on Blockmanity.
The Next Billion Crypto Wallets Won’t Be Human
Corbin Fraser, CEO of Bitcoin.com, argues that the rise of autonomous AI agents will force a shift toward permissionless, high-speed crypto infrastructure. For most of history, money has moved at human speed. Business hours. Settlement delays. Forms and signatures. But AI agents don’t sleep, don’t wait, and don’t tolerate friction. As autonomous software begins to […]
Why Crypto Traders Are Turning Cautious: Macro Data Backs ‘Higher for Longer’ Rate Outlook
Why Crypto Traders Are Turning Cautious: Macro Data Backs ‘Higher for Longer’ Rate Outlook In the fast-moving world of crypto, every economic signal counts. Lately, are pulling back as fresh macro data points to a stance on interest rates. This […] The post Why Crypto Traders Are Turning Cautious: Macro Data Backs ‘Higher for Longer’ Rate Outlook appeared first on Blockmanity.
Ripple Price Prediction: Is $1 Back in Play After XRP’s Rally Was Halted at $1.65?
Ripple’s XRP has staged a sharp rebound after printing a local low near $1.10, but the broader structure remains fragile. The recent impulsive move higher has pushed the price back into a key supply area, creating a critical decision point between continuation and another rejection within the dominant downtrend. Ripple Price Analysis: The Daily Chart […]
Binance app removed from Philippine Play Store: report
The Binance app is no longer available on the Google Play Store in the Philippines, according to local media. Users searching for “Binance” on the Philippine version of the app store are being redirected to listings for local exchange Coins.ph…
UK PM Keir Starmer targets AI chatbots in new child safety push
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has outlined plans to bring AI chatbots under stricter online safety rules, warning that emerging technologies are reshaping childhood in ways policymakers can no longer ignore. AI chatbots could soon fall under tighter UK rules…
Grayscale files spot AAVE ETF - Sparks institutional shift narrative
At the start of February 2026, Grayscale filed with the SEC to convert its Grayscale Aave Trust into a spot AAVE ETF. The product would list on NYSE Arca and directly track AAVE. Notably, the propThe post Grayscale files spot AAVE ETF - Sparks institutional shift narrative appeared first on AMBCrypto.
Strategy Says It Will Be Fine If BTC Hits $8K
Software giant Strategy (MSTR) has revealed that its Bitcoin-backed balance sheet can withstand a staggering 88% market crash to $8,000.
Bitcoin Price Analysis: What Does the Latest Rejection at $70K Mean for BTC’s Structure?
Bitcoin’s recent bounce has pushed the market back toward the $70K–$72K area, but the broader structure remains fragile. The key question now is whether this rebound can evolve into a deeper corrective move toward overhead resistance, or if it is merely a temporary reaction within a dominant downtrend. Bitcoin Price Analysis: The Daily Chart On […]
Bitcoin price confirms bullish divergence as liquidations spike, eyes $71k resistance
Bitcoin price has confirmed a bullish divergence on the daily chart as liquidation levels shot up on Monday. The daily chart for Bitcoin shows that its Relative Strength Index has formed a bullish divergence with its price, which has been…
Crypto market prediction ahead of U.S. Supreme Court tariff decision on Feb 20
Crypto markets are heading into a potentially volatile week as investors brace for the U.S. Supreme Court’s tariff decision scheduled for Feb. 20. The ruling could determine the legality or scope of contested trade measures, a development that may ripple…
Michael Saylor’s Strategy to convert bond debt to equity over the next 3-6 years
Strategy plans to reduce the debt on its balance sheet by converting its $6 billion in convertible bonds into equity over the coming years, according to founder Michael Saylor. In a Sunday X post, Saylor confirmed the plan in response…
3 Things That Could Influence Crypto and Bitcoin Prices This Week
A short but busy week lies ahead on the United States economic calendar as spot crypto markets lose recent gains again.
SBI CEO Calls Ripple Stake A ‘Hidden Asset,’ Hints It Could Be Much Bigger
SBI Holdings CEO Yoshitaka Kitao pushed back on a viral claim that the Japanese financial group holds $10 billion worth of XRP, arguing instead that SBI’s more consequential exposure sits in its equity position in Ripple Labs, a stake he suggested the market may be underappreciating. The exchange began after an X account described SBI […]
Openclaw Goes Foundation Model as Creator Heads to OpenAI
Peter Steinberger is joining OpenAI to help build the next wave of personal AI agents, while his breakout open-source project Openclaw shifts to an independent foundation model with continued support from OpenAI, marking a pivotal moment in the race to operationalize autonomous software. OpenAI Lands OpenClaw Founder in Push Toward Personal AI Agents Contrary to […]
Ethereum price correction deepens: Can bulls defend $1,900 as bearish futures sentiment hits 3-month low?
Ethereum’s correction appears to be accelerating, with price sliding toward the critical $1,900 support level and futures sentiment hitting its most bearish reading in three months. At press time, Ethereum was changing hands at $1,958, marking a 6.4% drop in…
Animoca Brands wins Dubai crypto license to expand services in Middle East
Dubai’s regulator approved the license on Feb. 5, allowing Animoca Brands to target institutional and qualified investors under the oversight of Dubai’s VARA.
X Clarifies Crypto Trading Speculation
Fresh speculation swirled this week around X after reports claimed the platform was preparing to roll out cryptocurrency and Bitcoin trading features. The chatter suggested new tools like “Smart Cashtags” were on the way and that X could soon allow users to execute crypto trades directly within the app. But X has now moved quickly to shut that narrative down. The company says it is not launching a trading service, nor is it acting as a broker. Instead, it is building financial data tools and providing relevant links, nothing more. Nikita Bier Denies Trading Claims X product head Nikita Bier The post X Clarifies Crypto Trading Speculation appeared first on The Merkle News.
Why experienced investors are quietly betting on altcoins in 2026
In the first weeks of 2026, the overall crypto market has been under heavy pressure. Prices have fallen nearly 46% from their peak in October. When Bitcoin [BTC] dropped to the $68,000 range, manyThe post Why experienced investors are quietly betting on altcoins in 2026 appeared first on AMBCrypto.
Bitcoin price prediction: Will Chinese New Year trigger a BTC selloff tomorrow?
Bitcoin price is hovering around $68,500 as traders watch for potential volatility around Chinese New Year, a period that has historically coincided with short-term shifts in crypto liquidity. Chinese New Year effect — seasonal pressure or coincidence? Chinese New Year…
Bitcoin Price Crash: ETF Outflows Dip But No ‘Crypto Winter’ Panic in Sight
Bitcoin’s Wild Ride Down: A Closer Look Bitcoin has taken a hard hit. From its peak above $126,000 last October, the price has dropped nearly 50%. In just the last month, it fell over 25%. This sharp has many worried. […] The post Bitcoin Price Crash: ETF Outflows Dip But No ‘Crypto Winter’ Panic in Sight appeared first on Blockmanity.
Ethereum's bearish positioning deepens: Is strategic whale rotation why?
On the 15th of February 2026, Garrett Jin deposited 261,024 ETH worth about $543 million to Binance, executing transfers in fragmented batches. This structure minimized slippage while signaling intenThe post Ethereum's bearish positioning deepens: Is strategic whale rotation why? appeared first on AMBCrypto.
The Hybrid Cloud Frontier: Bridging the Gap Between Web2 Speed and Web3 Trust
A new partnership seeks to address the tension between Web2 cloud speed and Web3 transparency through a strategy of progressive decentralization. The partnership also seeks to move beyond speculative token models by anchoring demand in real, revenue-generating use cases. The Architecture of a Hybrid Leap In the rapidly evolving landscape of distributed computing, a fundamental […]
Bitcoin down 22%, could it be the worst Q1 since 2018?
If Bitcoin posts a loss at the end of this month, it will also mark Bitcoin’s first time ending both January and February in the red.
Russians move $129B in crypto yearly ‘outside our attention’: Official
Russia’s deputy finance minister says around 50 billion rubles worth of crypto changes hands daily, calling for crypto market regulation.
Zcash price tests resistance near $300 as shielded pool expands to 30% of supply
Zcash price is pressing against a key psychological level as privacy adoption quietly tightens supply. ZEC was trading around $287 at press time, down 11% in the past 24 hours. The short-term drop comes after a strong run. Over the…
Kevin O’Leary wins $2.8M defamation suit against Ben Armstrong
A Miami federal judge has entered a default judgment against Ben Armstrong, who failed to respond to Kevin O’Leary’s complaint accusing him of defamation.
50 Million XRPs Sold in Less Than 24 Hours
XRP’s attempt to break past the $1.66 local high this weekend ended in a sharp 16% correction, a move driven almost exclusively by a localized sell-off event on Upbit.
Kevin O’Leary awarded $2.8M in defamation case against BitBoy crypto
Kevin O’Leary, investor and Shark Tank star, has won a $2.8 million defamation judgment against crypto influencer Ben “BitBoy Crypto” Armstrong. A federal judge in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida entered a default judgment in…
Mog Coin jumps 11% as whales reload – But, THESE 2 factors suggest cooling
Mog Coin's MOG token drew fresh attention after posting an 11% daily surge on the 15th of February. Large players did not sit out the move. Activity increased across both Spot and Derivatives markeThe post Mog Coin jumps 11% as whales reload – But, THESE 2 factors suggest cooling appeared first on AMBCrypto.
Senators urge CFIUS probe into UAE stake in Trump-linked World Liberty Financial
Democratic senators are calling for a national security review of a major foreign investment in World Liberty Financial, the crypto firm tied to Donald Trump and his family. In a Feb. 13 letter to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, Senators Elizabeth…
Strategy Reveals Capacity to Withstand Bitcoin Price Collapse to $8,000
TLDR: Strategy can maintain full debt coverage even if Bitcoin price crashes 88% to $8,000 levels Michael Saylor plans to convert company’s convertible debt into equity over three to six years The announcement demonstrates Strategy’s confidence in its balance sheet and risk management approach Debt-to-equity conversion strategy aligns with Saylor’s long-term bullish outlook on Bitcoin [...] The post Strategy Reveals Capacity to Withstand Bitcoin Price Collapse to $8,000 appeared first on Blockonomi.
Wall Street giant Apollo to acquire up to 90M MORPHO tokens in new strategic deal
Apollo Global Management is moving to deepen its involvement in decentralized finance through a long-term collaboration with the Morpho Association. The partnership was announced on Feb. 13, with the Morpho Association confirming that it had signed an agreement with Apollo…
Ethereum Foundation Announces Departure of Co-ED
Key Highlights Tomasz Stańczak has announced that he is stepping down from his role as Co-Executive Director at…
Ethereum Price Reclaims $2,000 as Staking Hits Record 30.5% of Supply
The Ethereum price enters a short sideways trend between the $2,145 and $1,765 region. Ethereum’s staking rate reached…
Bitcoin Price Rebounds 4% as MVRV Nears Historic Reversal Zone
The Bitcoin price stalls its correction trend at $60,000 as sellers take a breather to replenish bearish momentum.…
TRUMP Coin Surges 5% as Canary Capital Pushes Spot ETF Filing Forward
TRUMP coin price shows reversal opportunity from the bottom trendline of a long-coming wedge pattern. Canary Capital amended…
Aave founder pitches $50T ‘abundance asset’ boom to drive DeFi
Aave Labs CEO Stani Kulechov said onchain lending could help accelerate the development of solar, energy storage, robotics by putting money behind "future-proof" assets.
Polygon's high-volume rally ends in a sweep – $0.135 remains target ONLY IF…
Polygon [POL] achieved another milestone in stablecoin transfers. Interestingly enough, AMBCrypto reported that the network saw a high trading activity and a large number of stablecoin addresses. The post Polygon's high-volume rally ends in a sweep – $0.135 remains target ONLY IF… appeared first on AMBCrypto.
Coinbase Retail Users Increase BTC and ETH Holdings During Market Downturn, Armstrong Reports
TLDR: Coinbase retail users accumulated more Bitcoin and Ethereum in native units during recent market volatility Platform data shows vast majority of customers maintained or increased holdings between December and February CEO Brian Armstrong confirmed retail investors bought the dip rather than panic selling during downturns Native unit measurements reveal investor conviction independent of fiat [...] The post Coinbase Retail Users Increase BTC and ETH Holdings During Market Downturn, Armstrong Reports appeared first on Blockonomi.
SEC Division Moves to Clarify When Tokens Trigger Securities Status After Years of Ambiguity
The SEC is accelerating formal crypto rulemaking, advancing a structured framework to define when digital assets qualify as securities and reshape oversight with clearer standards for token issuers, broker-dealers, and blockchain transactions. SEC Division Backs Chairman Atkins’ Reform Agenda as Crypto Market Awaits New Standards Regulatory changes targeting digital assets are advancing at the U.S. […]
USD1 Stablecoin Surges to $5 Billion Market Cap as Wall Street CEOs Schedule Florida Summit
TLDR: USD1 achieved over $5 billion market capitalization within initial phase, ranking among top stablecoins globally. Platform recorded $300 million total value locked with yields reaching 13% on USDC and 7% on USD1 holdings. Major financial CEOs from Goldman Sachs, Coinbase, Franklin Templeton attend February 18 Mar-a-Lago meeting. Developer plans target $9 trillion daily FX [...] The post USD1 Stablecoin Surges to $5 Billion Market Cap as Wall Street CEOs Schedule Florida Summit appeared first on Blockonomi.
Strategy to equitize convertible debt over 3-6 years: Saylor
The world’s largest DAT plans to convert $6 billion in bond debt to equity, claiming that it could survive an 88% Bitcoin crash.
Russia records $647M in daily crypto transactions, says deputy finance minister
Russia's growing crypto market, driven by sanctions, may reshape financial oversight and influence global regulatory trends. The post Russia records $647M in daily crypto transactions, says deputy finance minister appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Aave sets sight on solar financing in long-term DeFi strategy
Aave is looking beyond traditional crypto lending as it explores a long-term strategy focused on financing solar energy and other real-world infrastructure. The shift was outlined in a recent post by founder Stani Kulechov, who argued that decentralized finance can…
MORPHO rises 16% as leverage builds: Breakout toward $1.80 next?
MORPHO traded at $1.40 at the time of writing after gaining 16% in the past 24 hours, while trading volume rose to $41.25M, confirming expanding participation behind the move. Market capitalizatiThe post MORPHO rises 16% as leverage builds: Breakout toward $1.80 next? appeared first on AMBCrypto.
How Intelligence Packages from Cybercrime Atlas Powered Operations Resulting in $97 Million Recovery
TLDR: Cybercrime Atlas produced 13 intelligence packages and 17,000 vetted data points for four major operations. Operations across 19 African countries resulted in 1,209 arrests and identified over 120,000 victims. Research-driven approach recovered $97 million and disrupted $678 million worth of criminal activities. Over 30 organizations collaborate using open-source intelligence to map criminal network choke [...] The post How Intelligence Packages from Cybercrime Atlas Powered Operations Resulting in $97 Million Recovery appeared first on Blockonomi.