Infosys (INFY) Stock Rises 4% on Anthropic AI Partnership
TLDR Infosys partnered with Anthropic to develop custom AI agents for telecom, finance, manufacturing, and software development sectors The collaboration integrates Anthropic’s Claude models with Infosys’ Topaz AI services to automate workflows and accelerate software delivery Infosys stock jumped 3.9% in US premarket trading and closed 1.9% higher in Mumbai after the announcement Software stocks [...] The post Infosys (INFY) Stock Rises 4% on Anthropic AI Partnership appeared first on Blockonomi.
Strategy ($MSTR) Buys $168M in Bitcoin, Expands Holdings to 717,131 BTC
Bitcoin Magazine Strategy ($MSTR) Buys $168M in Bitcoin, Expands Holdings to 717,131 BTC Strategy bought $168.4 million in Bitcoin last week, continuing its long-running accumulation strategy. This post Strategy ($MSTR) Buys $168M in Bitcoin, Expands Holdings to 717,131 BTC first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.
Ripple Price Analysis: $1.65 Rejection Shakes XRP – Breakdown or Bullish Reset Next?
The popular altcoin has been rejected at the long-term channel’s midline, triggering a liquidity sweep. Nevertheless, XRP is in a short-term recovery phase within a broader bearish framework, and a confirmed breakout from the $1.2–$1.8 range will likely determine the next impulsive move. Ripple Price Analysis: The Daily Chart On the daily timeframe, the latest […]
Bitcoin Price Analysis: BTC Must Reclaim These Key Levels to End the Downtrend
Bitcoin’s broader structure continues to reflect a dominant bearish trend, yet the recent price action shows a short-term recovery attempt from the major demand zone around $60K–$62K. At this stage, the market is positioned between a higher-timeframe bearish structure and a developing lower-timeframe corrective rebound. Bitcoin Price Analysis: The Daily Chart On the daily timeframe, […]
Simon Squibb: Sales education is essential for entrepreneurs, why the first million is a crucial milestone, and the power of personal connections in fundraising | 20VC
Sales skills are crucial and should be integrated into educational curriculums. Effective cold emails are concise, personal, and have a clear purpose. Social proof can significantly enhance the effectiveness of outreach efforts. The post Simon Squibb: Sales education is essential for entrepreneurs, why the first million is a crucial milestone, and the power of personal connections in fundraising | 20VC appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
How Steak ’n Shake Uses Bitcoin to Boost Sales and Reward Employees
How Uses Bitcoin to Boost Sales and Reward Employees A classic American fast-food chain is making waves by embracing cryptocurrency. , known for its burgers and shakes, now says Bitcoin payments are driving up sales. This move shows how blockchain […] The post How Steak ’n Shake Uses Bitcoin to Boost Sales and Reward Employees appeared first on Blockmanity.
RWA Platforms Reach Record Value Amid Market Volatility and Shifts
TLDR RWA platforms have attracted steady liquidity inflows despite recent market downturns. Tokenized gold and silver have emerged as key assets driving growth in RWA projects. Tether’s tokenized gold surpassed Paxos Gold to become the most popular RWA token. The total value of tokenized assets reached a new record above $24 billion. Commodities, especially gold [...] The post RWA Platforms Reach Record Value Amid Market Volatility and Shifts appeared first on Blockonomi.
Pred Raises $2.5M to Build the Fastest Trading Experience in Sports Prediction
[PRESS RELEASE – Panama City, Panama, February 17th, 2026] Pred, a peer-to-peer sports prediction exchange, announced a $2.5 million funding round led by Accel, with participation from BEF by Coinbase Ventures and Reverie. The capital will support team expansion, liquidity development, and global user onboarding as Pred builds exchange-grade infrastructure for sports prediction markets. The […]
XRP Dev Predicts Market Cap To Hit $300 Billion Soon, What Would The Price Be?
A new technical projection is circulating in the crypto market after pseudonymous analyst and XRP Ledger (XRPL) developer Bird forecast a sharp rise in the cryptocurrency’s market capitalization. The analyst predicts that the altcoin could soon reach a valuation of $300 billion, accompanied by a significant price increase from current levels. XRP Market Cap Forecasted […]
US Court Awards Kevin O’Leary $2.8M in Defamation Case Against ‘Bitboy Crypto’
A U.S. court awarded Shark Tank star Kevin O’Leary $2.8 million in damages after ruling against crypto influencer Ben “Bitboy Crypto” Armstrong in a defamation case. Failed Attempt to Overturn Judgment A U.S. court has ordered entrepreneur and television personality Kevin O’Leary to be paid $2,828,000 in damages after ruling against crypto influencer Ben “Bitboy […]
Expert Projects XRP to Transform Japan’s Payment and Settlement Systems
TLDR CryptoSensei predicts that XRP will gain significant integration in Japan’s banking systems in the coming years. XRP’s adoption in payment and settlement systems could expand its utility and strengthen its market valuation. The potential shift to XRP-based settlement infrastructure could attract institutional adoption in derivatives and cross-border financial flows. Financial institutions in Japan may [...] The post Expert Projects XRP to Transform Japan’s Payment and Settlement Systems appeared first on Blockonomi.
SHIB Price Sees 10% Weekly Gains After Shiba Inu’s SOU Launch
SHIB token price surges 10% in a week after Shiba Inu’s launch of SOU. SOU is an NFT…
85% VC Backed Token Launches of 2025 Trade Lower Than Initial Evaluation
What to Know Around 85% of crypto tokens launched in 2025 are trading below their launch price, with…
Monero Activity Holds Strong Despite Exchange Delistings: TRM Labs
What To Know: TRM Labs found that Monero network activity has remained strong and stable even after widespread…
Alex Campbell: Silver’s soaring demand fuels renewable energy | Forward Guidance
Silver's increasing value is tied to its critical role in solar panel production. The supply of silver is largely inelastic, meaning price increases don't quickly boost supply. Eastern demand for precious metals is driven by concerns over currency stability. The post Alex Campbell: Silver’s soaring demand fuels renewable energy | Forward Guidance appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Top Stocks to Invest $1,000 in Today
TLDR Intel (INTC) stock climbed 140% in past year under CEO Lip-Bu Tan with Nvidia investing $5 billion for chip production partnership Uber (UBER) trades at P/E below 15 despite 18% revenue growth, with delivery revenue up 30% and operating income rising 99% Amazon (AMZN) plans $200 billion capital expenditure in 2026 for AI and [...] The post Top Stocks to Invest $1,000 in Today appeared first on Blockonomi.
Michael Saylor’s Strategy Buys More Bitcoin, Now Holds 717,131 BTC
TLDR Strategy acquired 2,486 BTC for $168.4 million between February 9 and February 16. The company’s total Bitcoin holdings now reach 717,131 BTC, valued at around $48.8 billion. Strategy’s average purchase price for Bitcoin stands at $76,027 per coin, totaling an investment of $54.5 billion. The Bitcoin acquisition was financed through the sale of 660,000 [...] The post Michael Saylor’s Strategy Buys More Bitcoin, Now Holds 717,131 BTC appeared first on Blockonomi.
Strategy buys 2,486 BTC as a rare pattern points to a Bitcoin price crash
Michael Saylor's Strategy bought 2,496 Bitcoin (BTC) last week for $168 million. This purchase brought its total holdings to 717,131 coins, which are now valued at close to $50B
Sandisk (SNDK) Stock Surges 166% on AI Data Center Demand for Flash Storage
TLDR Sandisk (SNDK) stock has surged 166% in 2026 driven by AI data center demand for flash memory storage Q2 fiscal 2026 revenue climbed 61% to $3 billion with earnings up more than 5x year-over-year NAND flash supply shortage enables Sandisk to double enterprise SSD prices this quarter Analysts forecast earnings growth from $2.99 per [...] The post Sandisk (SNDK) Stock Surges 166% on AI Data Center Demand for Flash Storage appeared first on Blockonomi.
Tesla (TSLA) Stock Inches Higher as Grok AI Expands to European Markets
TLDR Tesla rolled out Grok AI assistant to nine European markets including UK, Germany, and France via free software update 2026.2.6 Natural language navigation allows conversational routing commands; requires AMD Ryzen processors (2021+ models) and Premium Connectivity subscription Three personality modes available with Assistant mode required for navigation features; system answers questions and interprets dashboard [...] The post Tesla (TSLA) Stock Inches Higher as Grok AI Expands to European Markets appeared first on Blockonomi.
ZIM Integrated Shipping (ZIM) Stock Soars 34% on $4.2 Billion Hapag-Lloyd Buyout
TLDR Hapag-Lloyd to acquire ZIM Integrated Shipping Services for $4.2 billion at $35 per share, a 58% premium over Friday’s close. ZIM stock jumped 34% to $29.70 in pre-market trading following Monday’s acquisition announcement. The deal creates the world’s fifth-largest container shipping company with over 400 vessels. Israeli fund FIMI will receive a carved-out business [...] The post ZIM Integrated Shipping (ZIM) Stock Soars 34% on $4.2 Billion Hapag-Lloyd Buyout appeared first on Blockonomi.
Tripadvisor (TRIP) Stock: Activist Launches Hostile Takeover After 50% Crash
TLDR Starboard Value holds 9% stake in Tripadvisor and is nominating a majority of directors to the company’s eight-person board Tripadvisor shares have collapsed 50% over six months after weak earnings and concerns about AI competition The activist investor wants Tripadvisor to sell TheFork restaurant platform or explore a full company sale Tripadvisor’s $1.1 billion [...] The post Tripadvisor (TRIP) Stock: Activist Launches Hostile Takeover After 50% Crash appeared first on Blockonomi.
Peer-to-peer sports prediction exchange Pred raises $2.5m
Pred raised $2.5m led by Accel to scale its high-speed peer-to-peer sports prediction exchange built on Base.
BNB price eyes $537, bearish pennant signals trend continuation
BNB price action is compressing inside a bearish pennant, suggesting consolidation before a potential continuation lower toward high-timeframe support as downside momentum remains intact.
Ethereum bulls fight 'conviction crisis' – THESE 3 indicators suggest more drawdown
Ethereum, the second-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, continued to post underwhelming performance as it traded around the $2,000 level. This marked the first time since the asset lastThe post Ethereum bulls fight 'conviction crisis' – THESE 3 indicators suggest more drawdown appeared first on AMBCrypto.
Gracy Chen: 70% chance of a crypto bull market, DEX and CEX are integrating, and Bitget’s rise to the top of global exchanges | Epicenter
There is a high probability of another bull market in the crypto space. Decentralized exchanges and centralized exchanges are seen more as complementary rather than competing entities. Bitget has experienced significant growth, moving up in the global centralized exchange rankings. The post Gracy Chen: 70% chance of a crypto bull market, DEX and CEX are integrating, and Bitget’s rise to the top of global exchanges | Epicenter appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Pred secures $2.5M to build exchange-grade infrastructure for sports trading on Base
Pred's innovative platform could revolutionize sports trading by enhancing market liquidity and democratizing access, challenging traditional models. The post Pred secures $2.5M to build exchange-grade infrastructure for sports trading on Base appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Binance holds 65% of CEX stablecoin reserves as outflows cool: CryptoQuant
Stablecoin outflows slow to $2 billion as Binance consolidates 65% of CEX liquidity, signaling capital concentration even amid the ongoing crypto bear market.
Monad hires former FalconX, BVNK and Optimism executives
The appointments add traditional finance and institutional crypto experience as the layer-1 blockchain scales its post-launch strategy.
Palantir (PLTR) Stock: Michael Burry’s $46 Warning Shocks AI Investors
TLDR Michael Burry estimates Palantir’s fair value at $46 per share with a range between $21 and $146 based on fundamental analysis. Burry holds put options on PLTR but is not shorting the stock directly, maintaining a bearish stance on current valuation levels. Technical analysts project PLTR could fall below $100 with a potential target [...] The post Palantir (PLTR) Stock: Michael Burry’s $46 Warning Shocks AI Investors appeared first on Blockonomi.
Nakamoto Inc. ($NAKA) to Acquire BTC Inc and UTXO Management
Bitcoin Magazine Nakamoto Inc. ($NAKA) to Acquire BTC Inc and UTXO Management Nakamoto Inc. announced today that it has entered into merger agreements to acquire BTC Inc. and UTXO Management GP, LLC. This post Nakamoto Inc. ($NAKA) to Acquire BTC Inc and UTXO Management first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Nik and Micah Zimmerman.
Micron (MU) Stock Rises on $200 Billion U.S. Manufacturing Expansion
TLDR Micron Technology is pouring $200 billion into U.S. chip manufacturing with factories in Boise ($50B), Syracuse ($100B), and Japan ($9.6B) to combat a severe AI-driven memory shortage. Gross margins exploded from 18.5% in early 2024 to 56% last quarter, with 68% expected this quarter, nearing Nvidia’s premium 73% margins. MU stock surged 44% year-to-date [...] The post Micron (MU) Stock Rises on $200 Billion U.S. Manufacturing Expansion appeared first on Blockonomi.
Former SpaceX Engineers Raise $50 Million for Data Center Optical Technology
TLDR Mesh Optical Technologies raised $50 million led by Thrive Capital to develop optical transceivers for data centers The startup was founded by former SpaceX employees who worked on Starlink laser systems Mesh plans to build the largest optical manufacturing facility outside Asia by 2027 to reduce dependence on China The Data Center Optical Module [...] The post Former SpaceX Engineers Raise $50 Million for Data Center Optical Technology appeared first on Blockonomi.
Dragonfly Capital raises $650 million for fourth fund
Dragonfly Capital's fund signals strong confidence in blockchain's potential, potentially accelerating innovation in decentralized finance. The post Dragonfly Capital raises $650 million for fourth fund appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Dragonfly Capital Raises $650M Fund IV: Defying Crypto VC ‘Mass Extinction’ in Bear Market
Introduction: A Bold Move in Tough Times In a crypto world facing tough challenges, Dragonfly Capital has made a big announcement. The firm just closed its . This comes as many blockchain venture capitalists (VCs) deal with what one insider […] The post Dragonfly Capital Raises $650M Fund IV: Defying Crypto VC ‘Mass Extinction’ in Bear Market appeared first on Blockmanity.
AMD Stock: Why This Analyst Remains Skeptical of AI Strategy
TLDR AMD stock declined 12% despite beating Q4 expectations with $5.4 billion data center revenue, up 39% year-over-year New Helios rack-scale platform and MI450 chips launching Q3 2026 with OpenAI securing 6 gigawatts of GPU capacity Epyc CPUs hit record sales as AI infrastructure demand grows, with Venice processors coming H2 2026 D.A. Davidson analyst [...] The post AMD Stock: Why This Analyst Remains Skeptical of AI Strategy appeared first on Blockonomi.
Litecoin's ETF spotlight returns – Is $55 a bargain now for LTC?
Litecoin gained nearly 3% over the past 24 hours, even as its market cap hovered around $4.27 billion. At press time, the LTC traded near $55, far below the $130 level seen four months earlier. EveThe post Litecoin's ETF spotlight returns – Is $55 a bargain now for LTC? appeared first on AMBCrypto.
Africrypt founders back in South Africa years after platform collapse: Report
Investigators say Raees and Ameer Cajee are back in South Africa years after Africrypt’s collapse, while investors still struggle to serve legal papers.
Dogecoin Hits 12,928% Liquidation Imbalance in Hourly Price Shift
Dogecoin futures market sees a unique shift as liquidation imbalance hits 12,928%.
One Day to Go: XRP Ledger Set to Welcome DEX Upgrade
This feature ultimately paves the way to wider institutional adoption of the XRP Ledger.
Rivian (RIVN) Stock Surges 27% on R2 SUV Launch Plans but Analysts Remain Cautious
TLDR Rivian stock jumped 27% Friday after Q4 earnings beat and confirmation that the $45,000 R2 SUV launches in Q2 2026 The company forecasts 62,000-67,000 vehicle deliveries in 2026, up 53% from 2025’s 42,247 units, with R2 accounting for majority of growth UBS upgraded shares from Sell to Neutral with $16 target, citing improved risk/reward [...] The post Rivian (RIVN) Stock Surges 27% on R2 SUV Launch Plans but Analysts Remain Cautious appeared first on Blockonomi.
Should You Buy Apple (AAPL) Stock With Analysts Raising Estimates?
TLDR Apple stock currently trades under $270 following Q1 2026 revenue of $143.76 billion, up 15.7% year-over-year iPhone 17 sales surged 23.4% as analysts raised earnings estimates for current quarter to $1.88 per share Company posted 29.3% net income margin and exceeded analyst expectations for fourth straight quarter Zacks assigns Buy rating despite P/E ratio [...] The post Should You Buy Apple (AAPL) Stock With Analysts Raising Estimates? appeared first on Blockonomi.
Eli Lilly (LLY) Stock: Company Loads Up $1.5B of Weight-Loss Pills to Battle Wegovy
TLDR Eli Lilly stockpiled $1.5 billion of Orforglipron weight-loss pill before expected April 2026 FDA approval Strategy aims to prevent supply shortages that hurt Zepbound and Mounjaro launches in 2022 Novo Nordisk’s oral Wegovy reached 50,000 prescriptions by January after December 2025 approval Orforglipron could hit $13 billion in annual sales by 2031 according to [...] The post Eli Lilly (LLY) Stock: Company Loads Up $1.5B of Weight-Loss Pills to Battle Wegovy appeared first on Blockonomi.
2,486 BTC: Strategy Doubles Down as Portfolio Hits Unrealized Loss
Nevertheless, the company continues to be in the red on its BTC position.
Saylor Announces Fresh 2,486 BTC Buy, Strategy Nears 720,000 BTC
On Tuesday, Strategy founder Michael Saylor revealed the purchase of 2,486 BTC, padding the bitcoin treasury company’s vault with yet another stack. As of today, the publicly traded firm now holds a commanding 717,131 BTC. The publicly traded firm Strategy (Nasdaq: MSTR) has added to its bitcoin cache, according to statements from the company and […]
Thrive Capital raises $10B for its largest fund to date
Thrive Capital's $10B fund amplifies its influence in tech innovation, potentially accelerating advancements in AI, robotics, and life sciences. The post Thrive Capital raises $10B for its largest fund to date appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Strategy acquires 2,486 Bitcoin at $67,700
This acquisition solidifies Strategy's influence in the crypto market, potentially impacting Bitcoin's price stability and corporate adoption. The post Strategy acquires 2,486 Bitcoin at $67,700 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Irving Finkel: Cuneiform revolutionized communication and preserved knowledge | Lex Fridman Podcast
The scaling of energy infrastructure in the US is crucial to meet the growing demand for electricity. Writing systems evolved from pictographs to phonetic representations, marking a significant leap in communication. Cuneiform script, with its structured lexicographic system, has preserved knowle... The post Irving Finkel: Cuneiform revolutionized communication and preserved knowledge | Lex Fridman Podcast appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Tension Builds: Bitcoin Trapped Between $60K Support and $75K Resistance
Bitcoin is back in compression mode on Feb. 17, 2026, trading at $68,021 after probing an intraday range between $67,381 and $69,999. With $36.58 billion in 24-hour volume and a $1.37 trillion market cap, this is not a sleepy tape — it is a market pausing, recalibrating, and daring traders to overreact. Bitcoin Chart Outlook […]
Infosys (INFY) Stock Rises 4% on Anthropic AI Partnership
TLDR Infosys partnered with Anthropic to develop custom AI agents for telecom, finance, manufacturing, and software development sectors The collaboration integrates Anthropic’s Claude models with Infosys’ Topaz AI services to automate workflows and accelerate software delivery Infosys stock jumped 3.9% in US premarket trading and closed 1.9% higher in Mumbai after the announcement Software stocks [...] The post Infosys (INFY) Stock Rises 4% on Anthropic AI Partnership appeared first on Blockonomi.
Years After NFT Clash, Logan Paul Sells Pokémon Card For Guinness Record $16.5M
YouTube star Logan Paul has turned a pop culture prop into a record. Based on reports, his pristine Pikachu Illustrator Pokémon card sold for about $16.5 milion at auction, and Guinness World Records confirmed it as the highest price ever paid for a trading card at auction. The sale folded together celebrity, collectors, and controversy […]
Memecore [M] fades from $1.60 peak – But THESE 2 metrics suggest…
Memecore [M] was up 14.7% in the past 24 hours. Its daily trading volume has increased by a commensurate 13.88%, according to CoinMarketCap data. In fact, the price charts showed that M rallied 29.The post Memecore [M] fades from $1.60 peak – But THESE 2 metrics suggest… appeared first on AMBCrypto.
eToro (ETOR) Stock Beats Q4 Earnings as AI Trading Platform Drives Record 2025 Growth
TLDR eToro reported record 2025 results with net contribution of $868 million (up 10% YoY) and GAAP net income of $216 million while beating Q4 earnings estimates at $0.71 per share versus $0.64 expected Assets under administration grew to $18.5 billion and funded accounts reached 3.81 million as the company expanded its multi-asset trading platform [...] The post eToro (ETOR) Stock Beats Q4 Earnings as AI Trading Platform Drives Record 2025 Growth appeared first on Blockonomi.
Mert Mumtaz: Bitcoin’s simplicity enhances its store of value, programmability doesn’t define money, and Solana’s engineering sets a new standard | Raoul Pal
Bitcoin's simplicity as a non-programmable asset strengthens its position as a store of value. The programmability of crypto does not equate to it being money; it represents value in diverse ways. Investors often misclassify crypto assets, failing to recognize their distinct nature compared to tr... The post Mert Mumtaz: Bitcoin’s simplicity enhances its store of value, programmability doesn’t define money, and Solana’s engineering sets a new standard | Raoul Pal appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Metaplanet Stock Slides as Bitcoin Strategy Drives Heavy Losses
TLDR Metaplanet posted a $619 million net loss in fiscal 2025 due to a $665.8 million valuation loss on its bitcoin holdings despite strong operational performance The company increased bitcoin holdings to 35,102 BTC from 1,762 BTC, making it Japan’s largest corporate holder and fourth-largest globally Revenue jumped 738% to $58 million while operating profit [...] The post Metaplanet Stock Slides as Bitcoin Strategy Drives Heavy Losses appeared first on Blockonomi.
3 Most Mispriced Altcoins Under $2 For The 2026 Cycle, Experts Reveal
For years, the spotlight remained on a small group of expensive cryptocurrencies that promised to change the world. However, as the industry matures, the focus is moving toward actual utility and revenue generation. Many large-scale participants are starting to look past the household names. They are searching for projects that have built deep foundations but [...] The post 3 Most Mispriced Altcoins Under $2 For The 2026 Cycle, Experts Reveal appeared first on Blockonomi.
Ripple (XRP) News Today: February 17th
A prominent crypto company continues to praise XRP, while Ripple's stablecoin performed better than USDC on one front.
Dogecoin Futures: Interpreting -717% Flow Signal
Dogecoin flows turns red as futures are rapidly descending.
Shiba Inu Market Update: 15.4 Billion SHIB Inflows and Key EMA Levels
Market is not yet stabilizing as Shiba Inu saw a massive inflow to exchanges, enabling more selling conditions.
Claude AI Jumps to No. 7 App Store as Anthropic Blasts OpenAI ChatGPT Ads
TLDR Claude chatbot reached No. 7 on U.S. App Store after Anthropic’s Super Bowl commercial, up from No. 41 before the game Daily active users increased 11% and site visits rose 6.5% following the ad that criticized ChatGPT’s introduction of advertisements U.S. downloads jumped 32% to 148,000 in the three days after the Super Bowl [...] The post Claude AI Jumps to No. 7 App Store as Anthropic Blasts OpenAI ChatGPT Ads appeared first on Blockonomi.
X Platform Under Investigation as Grok AI Creates Deepfake Images of Children
TLDR European regulators launch formal privacy investigation into X’s Grok AI chatbot for generating deepfake images without consent Irish Data Protection Commission leads probe into potential GDPR violations involving sexualized AI-generated content of adults and children Grok sparked controversy after creating revealing images of real people using artificial intelligence editing tools X faces multiple investigations [...] The post X Platform Under Investigation as Grok AI Creates Deepfake Images of Children appeared first on Blockonomi.
Investors Pull $7 Billion from Nasdaq 100 Futures as AI Fears Intensify
TLDR Net-long positions in Nasdaq 100 futures fell by over $7 billion between mid-January and February 10, 2026 Short interest jumped $3 billion while investors trimmed long positions during the same timeframe Nasdaq Composite extended losses to five consecutive weeks, the longest streak since 2022 Nasdaq 100 futures dropped 0.6% on Tuesday as tech stocks [...] The post Investors Pull $7 Billion from Nasdaq 100 Futures as AI Fears Intensify appeared first on Blockonomi.
Public Masterpiece Announces PMT Chain, A Layer 1 Built for the Real-World Asset Economy
[PRESS RELEASE – Karavas, Cyprus, February 17th, 2026] At a time when much of the blockchain industry is still recovering from one of its harshest downturns, a small number of companies are quietly moving in the opposite direction: expanding, building, and positioning themselves for the next era of adoption. Public Masterpiece, a Cyprus-based real-world asset […]
Zerolend Founder Announces Protocol Wind‑Down and Withdrawal Guidance
Zerolend announces closure of its lending protocol and urges users to withdraw assets while recovery efforts continue. Deadshot Ryker, founder of Zerolend, posted on Discord that after three years the protocol will wind down operations due to declining liquidity on several chains, loss of oracle support, increased malicious activity, and prolonged unprofitable operation; most markets […]
Shiba Inu Launches Mechanism to Restore Affected Shibarium Users
This marks a good faith effort to support impacted Shibarium users.
Spain Launches Criminal Probe Into X, Meta, and TikTok Over AI Child Abuse Content
TLDR Spain’s government has ordered criminal investigations into X, Meta, and TikTok over AI-generated child sexual abuse material on their platforms Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez directed prosecutors to examine potential crimes related to creation and distribution of AI child pornography Ireland opened a separate investigation into xAI’s Grok chatbot for processing personal data and generating [...] The post Spain Launches Criminal Probe Into X, Meta, and TikTok Over AI Child Abuse Content appeared first on Blockonomi.
Elon Musk’s SpaceX Enters Pentagon’s $100 Million Drone Technology Race
TLDR Elon Musk’s SpaceX and xAI join Pentagon’s competition for autonomous drone technology Six-month contest offers $100 million to develop voice-command drone systems Competition launched January 2026, requires technology to control multiple drones simultaneously Musk signed 2015 letter opposing autonomous weapons before entering this contest SpaceX merged with xAI before planned IPO and competition announcement [...] The post Elon Musk’s SpaceX Enters Pentagon’s $100 Million Drone Technology Race appeared first on Blockonomi.
Shark Tank’s Kevin O’Leary says institutions will limit Bitcoin exposure to 3% until quantum threat is resolved
Institutional caution over quantum threats may slow Bitcoin's growth, prompting a focus on security innovations and core crypto assets. The post Shark Tank’s Kevin O’Leary says institutions will limit Bitcoin exposure to 3% until quantum threat is resolved appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Morning Crypto Report: XRP Not Ready for $1.50: Bollinger Bands, Cardano Foundation Votes 'Yes' on 500,000 ADA Withdrawal, Kiyosaki Details 'Rich Dad' Bitcoin Strategy
Daily Market Update: Stock Futures Slide While Bitcoin Holds Steady as Markets Brace for Fed Data
TLDR Stock futures dropped Tuesday with S&P 500 futures declining 0.4% and Nasdaq 100 futures falling 0.7% as AI disruption concerns persist Bitcoin remained stable at $68,000 during light holiday trading while down nearly 50% from its October record high Federal Reserve policy uncertainty under Trump nominee Kevin Warsh has pressured both cryptocurrency and equity [...] The post Daily Market Update: Stock Futures Slide While Bitcoin Holds Steady as Markets Brace for Fed Data appeared first on Blockonomi.
Bitcoin’s Safe-Haven Narrative Shaken as Experts Question BTC’s Future
Bitcoin’s year-long title as a safe-haven asset is now questioned. Experts like Willy Woo see BTC as a…
The quantum threat is already here (and The Ethereum Foundation knows it) | Opinion
AI paired with quantum computing creates a scenario in which machine-scale attacks outpace human governance and regulatory response.
Pump.fun team sells 543mln PUMP at loss – Here’s what it means for holders!
PUMP crypto token was rejected at $0.00238 amid a broader market correction and fell to $0.0021. Despite this market correction, the Pump.fun team intensified activity on the supply side, further threThe post Pump.fun team sells 543mln PUMP at loss – Here’s what it means for holders! appeared first on AMBCrypto.
Public Masterpiece Announces PMT Chain, a Layer 1 Built for the Real-World Asset Economy
This content is provided by a sponsor. PRESS RELEASE. Karavas, Cyprus, February 17th, 2026, Chainwire. At a time when much of the blockchain industry is still recovering from one of its harshest downturns, a small number of companies are quietly moving in the opposite direction: expanding, building, and positioning themselves for the next era of […]
Poland president vetoes MiCA bill again as crypto firms look to license abroad
Polish President Karol Nawrocki vetoed a second MiCA crypto bill, leaving firms without a domestic licensing path as the local regulator warns of a July 2026 deadline.
Russian man arrested over alleged crypto-linked terror financing
Authorities in Russia’s Republic of Dagestan have opened a criminal investigation against a local man suspected of financing terrorism, the state news agency TASS reported. Russian arrested as scrutiny grows over crypto and terror financing The case was initiated by…
PostFinance Boosts Crypto Access: 22 Digital Assets Now Live for Swiss Traders
Swiss banking giant PostFinance is making waves in the crypto world. With this latest update, by adding six new coins. Now, customers can trade and hold a total of 22 cryptocurrencies right from the E-Finance platform or the PostFinance App. […] The post PostFinance Boosts Crypto Access: 22 Digital Assets Now Live for Swiss Traders appeared first on Blockmanity.
Trader Hit by $600K USDT Address Poisoning Attack
What to Know A trader lost $600K in USDT after sending funds to a look-alike wallet in an…
Kevin O’Leary Flags Quantum Computing Risk Amid Bitcoin’s Volatility
What to Know: Kevin O’Leary warns that quantum computing risks are making institutions cautious about increasing their Bitcoin…
Ripple Outshines Bitcoin and Ethereum in Brand-Intimacy Survey
Ripple ranks fourth in the MBLM’s list of emotionally connected crypto projects. The firm surpassed Bitcoin and Ethereum,…
Binance Announces USD1 Airdrop Campaign With 235M $WLFI Token Pool
What To Know: Binance will distribute 235 million WLFI tokens to users holding USD1 through an airdrop campaign…
Polygon Surpasses Ethereum in Daily Transaction Fees for the First Time
What to Know Polygon recorded $407K in daily fees, beating Ethereum’s $211K for the first time. Heavy usage…
BuyNumber.io Launches Crypto-Powered eSIM Service
As cryptocurrency adoption continues to grow beyond trading and into everyday services, more digital platforms are beginning to integrate crypto payments into practical, real-world use cases. One of the latest examples is the launch of a new crypto-powered eSIM purchasing service by BuyNumber.io, allowing users to buy mobile data plans with digital assets and activate [...] The post BuyNumber.io Launches Crypto-Powered eSIM Service appeared first on Blockonomi.
XRP Price Outlook 2026: Fighting to Hold $1.50 Amid Crypto Market Rebound
XRP Price Outlook 2026: Fighting to Hold $1.50 Amid Crypto Market Rebound The crypto market is bouncing back a bit. On February 17, 2026, big coins like Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, and XRP all saw small gains in the last 24 […] The post XRP Price Outlook 2026: Fighting to Hold $1.50 Amid Crypto Market Rebound appeared first on Blockmanity.
President Trump signals final push on US crypto market rules
Congress races to finalize US crypto market rules as Trump-backed bill nears passage, splitting SEC–CFTC powers and setting deadlines on exchanges and stablecoins. President Donald Trump confirmed that comprehensive cryptocurrency market structure legislation is approaching passage, according to recent statements…
Matrixport: Crypto Extreme Fear Suggests Incoming Inflection Point
Crypto fear drops below zero on Matrixport index, hinting selling pressure may be exhausted and a reversal could be near.
Zashi Becomes Zodl: Zcash Wallet Rebrands Following Internal Split
Zashi, the flagship mobile wallet built by Zcash’s original engineering team, is rebranding to “Zodl” as its developers formally operate outside the Electric Coin Company (ECC) structure. The change matters less as a cosmetic refresh than as a signal: the same builders are continuing product work, but under a new corporate banner after a governance […]
Canada Spearheads New Trade Alliance to Counter Trump’s Influence
Mark Carney, Prime Minister of Canada, is organizing a trade alliance that would bring together the EU and the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) to counter the growing influence of the Trump Administration on trade issues. Canada Prepares Mega Trade Alliance to Counter Trump’s Aggressive Trade Practices The Trump Administration’s aggressive trade […]
Ethereum price under pressure as ETF outflows align with extreme fear index
Spot Ethereum ETFs see four straight weeks of outflows as price and sentiment slide. Recent reports from Lookonchain indicated funds recorded additional losses in recent trading sessions, as Ethereum price continues to face downward momentum hovering around $2,000 USD. Spot…
Rizz Network Lands $5M Capital Commitment from Nimbus Capital to Drive Next-Generation AI-DePIN Rizz Wireless Rollout
Kingstown, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) Rizz Network Inc. (“Rizz” or the “Company”), the issuer of RZTO, today announced that Nimbus Capital has entered into a strategic investment commitment in RZTO, marking what industry observers describe as one of the most widely anticipated ecosystem investments of 2026. The transaction reflects increasing institutional confidence in blockchain [...] The post Rizz Network Lands $5M Capital Commitment from Nimbus Capital to Drive Next-Generation AI-DePIN Rizz Wireless Rollout appeared first on Blockonomi.
The Tokyo Turtle’s Shell Cracks: Metaplanet Posts $619 Million Net Loss
The Japanese corporate giant Metaplanet dropped a bombshell in its fiscal 2025 earnings presentation.
Solana DEXs match CEX pricing as on-chain liquidity structure evolves
Solana DEXs now offer CEX-like pricing despite a 90% volume drop since 2024, as prop AMMs, wrapped SOL markets, and new staked-SOL liquidity tools reshape on-chain trading. Solana’s on-chain trading infrastructure has demonstrated competitive pricing compared to centralized exchanges, according…
Steak ‘n Shake says same-store sales rose ‘dramatically’ after Bitcoin rollout
American restaurant chain Steak ‘n Shake says its nine‑month burger‑to‑Bitcoin strategy has driven “dramatic” same‑store sales growth and a $15 million Bitcoin reserve.
Investors reassess risk as global uncertainty reshapes capital flows
Global uncertainty and AI disruption are forcing investors and operators to shift from growth at all costs to resilience and optionality. Business leaders and investors are increasingly reporting a sense of economic and geopolitical uncertainty that is reshaping decision-making across…
FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 attract capital as investors rethink US valuations
Global investors are rotating into FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 as stretched US equity valuations, sector mix, yields, and FX stability make UK stocks look undervalued. The FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 indices are drawing increased international capital as investors…
Paradigm: 'Bitcoin mining should be seen as a tool, not a threat'
Across the United States, people are getting worried about rising electricity bills. From Northern Virginia’s tech centers to small towns in Texas, residents are showing up at local meetings to protThe post Paradigm: 'Bitcoin mining should be seen as a tool, not a threat' appeared first on AMBCrypto.
The token that turns your everyday life into rewards
Wow My City introduces Wow My Token (WYT), a digital asset connecting commerce, community, and technology to bring blockchain into everyday life. Wow My City takes a major step forward in the evoluThe post The token that turns your everyday life into rewards appeared first on AMBCrypto.
Bitcoin’s downtrend may end within 12 months, says Altcoin Sherpa
Trezor, Ledger Users Face New Phishing Attacks via Fake Mail
TLDR Crypto scammers have targeted Trezor and Ledger users with fraudulent letters aimed at stealing recovery phrases. The fake letters include QR codes that lead users to phishing websites designed to steal sensitive wallet information. Cybersecurity expert Dmitry Smilyanets was among the first to report the phishing scam involving Trezor. Ledger and Trezor never ask [...] The post Trezor, Ledger Users Face New Phishing Attacks via Fake Mail appeared first on Blockonomi.
It Will Take Bitcoin 20 Years to Become 'Better Gold': Willy Woo
Willy Woo praises Bitcoin over gold but says that BTC cannot compete with it fully yet.
Kevin O’Leary points to quantum risk in Bitcoin price outlook
Kevin O’Leary says quantum risks are capping institutional Bitcoin exposure near 3% as BIP-360 proposes a new P2MR output to harden the network’s security. Billionaire entrepreneur and investor Kevin O’Leary said security risks posed by quantum computers are preventing institutional…