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Bitcoin developer hides a 66KB image in a transaction to expose a governance blind spot vulnerable to spam
A Bitcoin developer embedded a 66KB image in a transaction to show that filtering data only redirects, rather than prevents, storage on the blockchain.
Bitcoin Can Hit $74,000 Despite Iran Tensions, Trader Predicts
Bitcoin held around $67,000 as traders anticipated market reactions to Middle East tensions, with one analyst predicting a rally to $74,000.
Bitcoin Bear Market Could Get Worse Despite the Latest Relief Rally
Historical data and on-chain signals suggest Bitcoin's bearish phase may persist, potentially keeping prices below $70,000.
Stablecoin yield rewards (likely won't be) banned under OCC proposal: State of Crypto
The OCC's stablecoin proposal includes ambiguous rules potentially restricting third-party yield payments, though many expect Congress to supersede these.
BTC price analysis: Bitcoin market bottom may be nearing, at least if measured against gold
Bitcoin's market bottom might be imminent in February 2026 based on its price against gold, despite a longer potential bottom when measured in USD.
Crypto Scammers Have Been Quiet in February, Hacks Fall by 90%
Crypto exploits dropped over 90% in February, totaling only $35.7 million in losses, the lowest since March 2025.
After Bitcoin ETFs drained $3.8 billion in five weeks it suddenly flipped positive, changing who controls the next move
After five weeks of $3.8 billion in outflows, US spot Bitcoin ETFs recently saw net inflows, complicating the narrative on institutional demand.
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Bitcoin news: Elon Musk's SpaceX’s $780 million bitcoin stack now down to about $545 million ahead of IPO filing
SpaceX's $780 million bitcoin holding has dropped to approximately $545 million as the company prepares for a confidential IPO filing.
Crypto Today: Tokenized Gold Dominates Weekend Price Discovery
Tokenized gold assets drive nearly all publicly visible gold price discovery over the weekend when futures markets are closed.
Vitalik Buterin Signals Major Ethereum Wallet Overhaul
Vitalik Buterin detailed a design based on EIP-8141 that could overhaul Ethereum wallets via account abstraction, enabling programmable features.
Why is Hyperliquid Price Rallying Amid the US-Iran War
Hyperliquid experienced a price surge and record trading volume as traders sought to hedge geopolitical risks during US-Iran tensions.
Tokenized Gold Dominates Weekend Price Discovery as CME Futures Close
Tokenized gold leads price discovery on weekends when CME futures are closed, with a market cap reaching $4.4 billion.
US Military Used Anthropic AI in Iran Strike Despite Trump Ban: Report
The US military reportedly used Anthropic's Claude AI for an Iran strike shortly after the Trump administration banned its use due to ethical disagreements.
ETH, SOL, XRP price news: What next as majors surge 10% to recover war-driven losses
Major cryptocurrencies like Ether, Solana, and XRP surged up to 10% on Sunday, recovering losses driven by geopolitical concerns over the weekend.
Polymarket Traders Make $1M on US-Iran Strike Bets, Spark Insider Concerns
Six Polymarket traders profited nearly $1 million from bets predicting a US strike on Iran, raising insider trading suspicions.
Bitcoin Recovers to $68K After Iran Supreme Leader Killed
Bitcoin rebounded to $68,200 after news broke regarding the death of Iran's Supreme Leader following US-Israeli strikes.
U.S.-Iran war updates: Polymarket racks up $50M bets as tensions rage on
Polymarket saw over $50 million in wagers across dozens of Iran-related contracts following recent strikes, including a $45 million market on Khamenei's death.
Polymarket traders bet record $500 million on U.S.-Iran war
Polymarket saw record trading volumes, exceeding $529 million, on contracts related to U.S.-Iran military strikes and subsequent political outcomes.
Bitcoin price news: What next as BTC tops $68,000 after Iran confirms Khamenei death
Bitcoin surged past $68,000 after Iran confirmed the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in airstrikes.
Vitalik: Ethereum Smart Accounts Coming in Hegota Fork
Ethereum smart accounts, enabled by EIP-8141, are expected to launch within a year via the Hegota fork.
Arbitrum Price Under Pressure: 60 Million ARB Whale Sale Sparks ATL Fear
Arbitrum's price is weakening near its all-time low due to sustained selling pressure from short-term holders and significant whale distribution.
Anthropic CEO Slams Pentagon Decision As 'Unprecedented'
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei criticized the Pentagon's order prohibiting military contractors from using Anthropic's AI, calling it "unprecedented" and "punitive."
Ethereum Isn’t Dead: Why TradFi Keeps Betting On An ETH Surge
Despite Ether's price decline, institutional adoption remains strong as Ethereum dominates TVL and focuses on base layer scalability.
Ethereum Holder Retention Rebounds From a 4-Year Low
Despite a recent dip in new addresses, Ethereum's holder retention rate is rebounding from a multi-year low, signaling renewed stability.
Developer embeds image on Bitcoin as a single transaction, challenging BIP-110’s core claims
A developer embedded a 66KB image into a single Bitcoin transaction, challenging claims made by proponents of the anti-spam BIP-110 proposal.
Cardano Above Bear Market Floor – Can Price Withstand Rising Sell Pressure?
Cardano is consolidating near its bear market support floor amid weak momentum and high short interest, while long-term holders provide some stability.
Here's how bitcoin's price rise could be fueled by job-stealing AI software
NYDIG Research suggests Bitcoin's future price hinges on AI's macroeconomic impact on jobs, growth, and central bank liquidity responses.
Bitcoin Bottom Signal Fires But This Time Investor Risk Appetite Is Absent
A Bitcoin bottom signal has reappeared, but current market conditions like low liquidity and weak ETF flows suggest a rally may not mirror 2023's.
Bitcoin recovers instantly after Iran war crashes price but one Monday number could flip the next move
Bitcoin defended $64K after geopolitical shocks, with its next move depending on Monday's spot ETF flows and market risk repricing.
Bitcoin is stuck in a rut but JPMorgan says new legislation could be the ultimate spark
JPMorgan suggests the proposed Clarity Act legislation could be the catalyst to lift Bitcoin and crypto markets out of their current lull.
Consolidation Likely Coming to Crypto Treasury Market: Crypto exec
A crypto executive predicts market consolidation as companies with cash flow acquire struggling peers trading below net asset value.
Iran crisis puts the regime's $7.8 billion crypto shadow economy in spotlight
Recent geopolitical tensions highlight Iran's $7.8 billion crypto shadow economy, used to bypass sanctions and support the regime.
Bitcoin’s self custody culture created an inheritance time bomb, and 2026 may be when it starts detonating
Bitcoin's self-custody culture is creating an inheritance crisis as early adopters age, potentially leading to massive permanent losses by 2026.
Why the next phase of stablecoin payments is all about user relationships and distribution
The competitive advantage in stablecoins has shifted from issuance to user distribution, favoring incumbents with large user bases.
Judge blocks Binance from pushing class action suits over token sales into arbitration
A federal judge denied Binance's attempt to force arbitration in a class action regarding unregistered token sales.
US Senator Targets Prediction Markets, Citing War Bets and Insider Risks
Senator Chris Murphy plans legislation to ban prediction markets, citing insider exploitation of geopolitical events.
Bitcoin just dumped 7% after Trump hit Iran, and the real reason has nothing to do with crypto
Bitcoin dropped 7% following US military action against Iran, trading as a risk asset initially due to macro concerns, not its digital gold narrative.
Fresh accounts netted $1 million on Polymarket hours before US airstrikes on Iran: Bubblemaps
Bubblemaps flagged six newly funded Polymarket wallets that collectively profited nearly $1 million betting on U.S. airstrikes against Iran.
Crypto community fears Iran choking oil supply and crashing markets, but that may be overblown
Despite fears on crypto social media that Iran might close the Strait of Hormuz, experts suggest a full closure is unlikely and supply disruption might be temporary.
Bitcoin's hard fork proposal to get back $5 billion in stolen Mt. Gox funds sees no takers
A proposal by former Mt. Gox CEO Mark Karpelès to hard fork Bitcoin to recover $5 billion in stolen funds was quickly rejected by the community.
Why Bitcoin traders have to price tariffs like surprise rate hikes while waiting on social media posts for the next $175B trigger
Bitcoin acts as a liquid risk asset sold quickly during macro policy uncertainty stemming from events like tariff rulings and potential large refunds.
Suspected insiders make over $1.2 million on Polymarket ahead of U.S. strike on Iran
Six Polymarket accounts profited about $1.2 million by correctly betting on a U.S. strike against Iran just before it occurred.
US-Israel Strikes on Iran Trigger $6.5 Million Wipeout on Polymarket
US-Israel strikes on Iran caused one Polymarket trader to lose $6.5 million betting against the action.
Why Is The Crypto Market Down Today?
The crypto market crashed by $100 billion due to geopolitical tensions from a US-Israel strike on Iran, pushing Bitcoin below $65,000.
Buying Bitcoin? Hold BTC for at Least Three Years to Avoid Losses
Data suggests holding Bitcoin for at least three years historically reduces the probability of loss to just 0.70%.
11 US Senators Urge Probe Into Binance's AML Controls
Eleven US senators requested a federal probe into Binance's compliance with sanctions and AML requirements following reports of Iran-linked transactions.
XRP price news: What next for Ripple-linked token as it nosedives 10%
XRP tumbled over 9% after breaking below the key $1.36 support level on heavy volume.
Why Institutions Still Prefer Eth Despite Faster Blockchains
Institutions favor Ethereum over faster blockchains primarily due to its unmatched capital depth and liquidity, which ensures stability and better execution for large trades.
Market analysts spar as bitcoin heads for worst five-month losing streak since 2018
Bitcoin is poised for its worst five-month losing streak since 2018, sparking debate among analysts over whether it's repricing or facing further declines.
Morgan Stanley Targets Direct Crypto Custody With Trust Bank Application
Morgan Stanley applied for a national trust bank charter to offer direct cryptocurrency custody services to its institutional clients.
Trump Family-Linked Stablecoin Unveils Live Reserve Tracker After De-Pegging Scare
USD1 stablecoin, linked to the Trump family, launched a real-time proof-of-reserve tracker following a brief de-pegging incident.
New Bitcoin cycle data projects BTC will lose half its value before December
A new Bitcoin cycle model projects a cycle low near $35,000 in December 2026 following a 72.5% drawdown.
Bitcoin sets up potential short squeeze as funding plunges to -6%
Bitcoin is attempting to reclaim $64,000 following a drop, as negative funding rates suggest a potential short squeeze is brewing.
BTC price now: What next for bitcoin as Iran attacks U.S. bases in Kuwait, Bahrain, UAE
Bitcoin faces downside risks as Iran's retaliatory strikes on U.S. bases could trigger broader risk-off selling when traditional markets reopen.
Oil-linked futures on Hyperliquid surge 5% after U.S.-Israel strike on Iran
Oil-linked perpetual futures on Hyperliquid surged over 5% following coordinated U.S. and Israeli missile strikes on Iran.
Tether Freezes $4.2B in USDT Linked to Crime in 3 Years: Report
Tether has reportedly frozen approximately $4.2 billion in USDT tokens connected to criminal activity over the last three years.
XRP Ledger nearly shipped a feature that could drain accounts without owners signing
A critical security flaw in the proposed XRP Ledger 'Batch' amendment could have allowed unauthorized draining of accounts, but was caught before activation.
Trump confirms launch of operation against Iran
President Trump announced a massive US military operation targeting Iran's missile capabilities, naval assets, and regional networks.
US, Israel Move on Iran Forces Bitcoin Toward $63,000
Bitcoin dropped toward $63,000 as US and Israel announced a joint military operation targeting Iran's nuclear infrastructure.
OpenAI Wins Defense Contract After US Halts Anthropic Use
OpenAI secured a US Department of Defense contract for its AI models on classified networks after the government suspended rival Anthropic's technology.
Bitcoin Plunges as US and Israel Launch Military Strike on Iran
Bitcoin dropped nearly 7% to $63,000 following a joint US and Israeli military strike on Iran, escalating regional tensions.
Bitcoin drops to $63,000 as U.S. and Israel launch strikes on Iran
Bitcoin fell about 3% to near $63,000 following joint U.S. and Israeli military strikes on Iran over the weekend.
Bitcoin tumbles after Israel launches strike on Iran, triggering $100M in longs liquidated in 15 minutes
Bitcoin dropped from $65,500 to $63,700 following Israel's strike on Iran, liquidating $100 million in long positions rapidly.
Mt. Gox's Karpeles Floats Hard Fork Recover $5.2B Bitcoin
Former Mt. Gox CEO Mark Karpelès proposed a Bitcoin hard fork to recover 79,956 stolen Bitcoin worth over $5.2 billion.
Bitcoin price news: BTC slides to $65,000, Solana, XRP, dogecoin down 6%
Bitcoin dropped to $65,735 over the weekend, erasing mid-week gains amid macro headwinds, while major altcoins fell over 6%.
Morgan Stanley Applies US Bank Charter for Crypto Custody
Morgan Stanley has applied for a de novo national trust bank charter to custody digital assets for clients.
US–Iran War Risk Grows as FBI Accuses Kidnapping of American Citizens
The FBI designated Iran as a State Sponsor of Wrongful Detention, increasing US-Iran tensions amid heightened military posturing.
CLARITY Act Still Faces Push From Banks as Yield Fight Stalls Deal
Negotiations for the CLARITY Act are stalled in the Senate due to a persistent disagreement between banks and crypto lobbyists over stablecoin yield payments.