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Tether takes stake in Whop as platform adopts WDK for stablecoin creator payouts
Tether invested in Whop.com and will integrate its Wallet Development Kit (WDK) to enable stablecoin payouts to creators.
Stablecoins Are a No-Brainer for B2B – So What’s Still Holding Everyone Back?
Stablecoins offer superior speed, low cost, and programmability for B2B cross-border payments, but adoption is hindered by compliance, redemption certainty, and career risk concerns.
FCA Selects 4 Firms to Test Stablecoin Innovation in UK Sandbox
The FCA has chosen Revolut, Monee, ReStabilise, and VVTX to test stablecoin services within its Regulatory Sandbox, aiming to inform UK stablecoin rules.
Crypto giant Circle posts upbeat Q4 results, stock rises 21%
Circle's stock surged 21% after reporting strong Q4 2025 results, driven by 77% revenue growth and USDC adoption.
Crypto traders are chasing 10x leverage in the US while Europe tightens the screws behind the scenes
Regulators in the US and Europe are taking opposing approaches to regulating crypto perpetual derivatives, impacting leverage access and market share.
Binance CEO Rejects WSJ $1B Iran Transfer Allegations as ‘Defamatory’ — Key Details So Far
Binance CEO Richard Teng called WSJ allegations of dismantling an Iran-linked transfer probe "defamatory" and demanded a retraction.
Bitcoin Bear Market Isn’t Killing Interest—Newcomers Are Flooding In
Despite the bear market, Google Trends shows surging searches for basic terms like "What is Bitcoin," indicating a flood of new, inexperienced investors.
XRP’s 20% Bearish Bait Keeps Trapping Traders — Charts Reveal the Next Risk Zone
XRP's recent breakdown below $1.33, suggesting a 20% drop, appears to be bearish bait that trapped short sellers before a rebound.
3 Bullish Signals for Bitcoin That Investors Are Overlooking Amid Extreme Fear
Despite extreme fear, three bullish signals—Lightning Network growth, hashrate recovery, and positive Coinbase Premium Index—suggest a potential Bitcoin recovery.
South Korea to Require Crypto, Stock Influencers to Disclose Holdings
South Korea is drafting rules forcing crypto and stock influencers to disclose their asset holdings and any compensation received.
Coinbase Flags Key Bitcoin Zones — Why $60K and $90K Could Define the Next Move
Coinbase highlights $60,000 as critical support and the $85K-$90K range as resistance, defining Bitcoin's current market structure.
Dutch government may revise 36% tax on unrealized crypto and investment gains
The Dutch Finance Minister plans to revise the proposed Box 3 tax overhaul due to growing criticism over taxing unrealized gains.
South Korean police arrest two over alleged theft of seized bitcoin from evidence: report
South Korean police arrested two individuals for allegedly stealing 22 BTC seized five years ago from evidence custody.
FG Nexus Offloads $14M in ETH as Corporate Ethereum Treasuries in Pain
FG Nexus sold $14 million in Ether, adding to over $80 million in losses from its treasury strategy.
These bitcoin-linked stocks are doing better than BTC: Crypto Daybook Americas
Some U.S.-listed bitcoin mining stocks are outperforming Bitcoin's recent price decline due to strategic advantages like favorable energy contracts.
Buyouts and bitcoin: Inside the messy proxy fight at BTC treasury company Empery Digital (EMPD)
A boardroom battle is unfolding at Empery Digital, a bitcoin treasury company, as an investor pushes for the sale of its BTC holdings and return of cash to shareholders.
Circle (CRCL) shares jump 15% in pre-market as earnings beat estimates
Circle's Q4 EPS of $0.43 significantly surpassed estimates, causing its shares to jump over 15% in pre-market trading.
Aave Governance Vote Nears Amid $86M Capital Review
Aave governance is split as ACI and Aave Labs publish conflicting reports on historical funding ahead of a $50M funding vote.
Bitcoin miners sell 5,359 BTC as winter power costs bite and their $7.4 billion treasury starts shrinking fast
Public Bitcoin miners are selling BTC from their shrinking $7.4 billion treasury due to low hashprice and high operational costs.
Ethereum (ETH) Gains 5% While Large Holders Split Between Selling and Buying
Ethereum gained 5% despite on-chain data showing large holders like Vitalik Buterin are selling while others are accumulating.
AI Agent Crypto Wallets Create New Legal Risks, Investors Warn
Investors warn that AI agents with crypto wallets are deploying rapidly, outpacing legal frameworks for liability and attribution.
Aave governance dispute intensifies as ACI founder publishes ‘audit’ of Aave Labs ahead of $51M funding vote
ACI founder Marc Zeller released an 'audit' criticizing Aave Labs' funding and performance before a major $51M DAO funding vote.
Bitwise CIO says crypto may be structurally mispriced as Wall Street accelerates onchain push
Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan suggests crypto is structurally mispriced due to investor anchoring against Wall Street's accelerating onchain adoption.
Sen. Blumenthal probes Binance over alleged $1.7 billion in crypto Iran-linked transactions
Senator Richard Blumenthal is investigating Binance for allegedly allowing $1.7 billion in crypto transfers to Iran-linked entities.
Bitcoin’s late-night spike fuels broad altcoin rally: Crypto Markets Today
Bitcoin's overnight rally spurred a broad altcoin surge, pushing the altcoin season indicator to its highest level since January.
Historic mining capitulation nears end, pointing to bitcoin price stabilization
The end of a long bitcoin miner capitulation, indicated by the Hash Ribbon, suggests the worst of the price drawdown may be over.
Vitalik Buterin Says DeFi Must Mature! — No More ‘Onchain Finance’ Buzz
Vitalik Buterin stated the Ethereum Foundation will only support mature, secure DeFi protocols that pass the 'walkaway test.'
Meta Reportedly Plans Stablecoin Return via Third-Party Partners in H2 2026
Meta plans to re-enter the stablecoin market in H2 2026 by integrating third-party payment solutions instead of issuing its own token.
What is a prediction market?
Prediction markets are platforms where users trade on the outcomes of real-world events, offering a novel financial derivative with growing volume.
Ethereum Whales’ $18 Billion ETH Accumulation Could Be Hiding a Market Bottom
Ethereum whales accumulated nearly $18 billion in ETH during a recent crash while leverage flushed, suggesting a potential market bottom.
Tom Lee Says MSTR Bears May Have Overplayed It—Short Squeeze Incoming?
Fundstrat's Tom Lee suggests MicroStrategy's heavily shorted position could trigger a short squeeze despite recent institutional selling.
Bitcoin Taps $66k as Stock Divergence Hints at a BTC Price Rally
Bitcoin recovered toward $66,000, aligning with US stock gains, as its weak correlation with stocks and gold suggests potential future upside.
South Korea proposes mandatory asset disclosure for crypto influencers: report
South Korea's ruling party proposed legislation requiring crypto influencers to disclose personal asset holdings and compensation received.
Bitcoin enters a high-risk window as credit stress builds beneath a record 206% stock bubble
Bitcoin faces a high-volatility window as stretched equity valuations and building credit stress dictate whether it sells off or rebounds based on policy response.
MSTR tops list of most heavily shorted stocks, but don't assume pure bearishness
MicroStrategy (MSTR) is the most heavily shorted U.S. stock, but much of the short interest may be due to basis trading rather than bearish sentiment.
US Senator Probes Binance Over Alleged Iran, Russia Sanctions Breaches
Senator Blumenthal launched an investigation into Binance regarding $1.7 billion in transactions potentially violating Iran and Russia sanctions.
Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs Post Net Outflows as This Altcoin Extends Inflow Streak
Solana ETFs recorded consistent inflows in February while Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs experienced net outflows amid market volatility.
North Carolina DOJ Seizes $61 Million in USDT Tied to Pig Butchering Scam
The North Carolina DOJ seized over $61 million in USDT linked to large-scale crypto "pig butchering" investment scams.
Bitcoin Rebounds as Traders Debate Jane Street "10am Price Slam"
Bitcoin rebounded past $66,000 amid rumors that legal action against Jane Street halted alleged daily selling algorithms.
Anchorage Digital Buys Strategy STRC as Stock Becomes Most-Shorted
Anchorage Digital purchased STRC, a security linked to Michael Saylor’s Bitcoin strategy, as the stock faces increasing short interest from Wall Street.
AERO Is Coiling After a 12% Pop—One Break Could Flip the Whole Range
AERO price rose 12% but remains in consolidation, needing to break $0.352 resistance amid bullish sentiment indicators.
US Seizes $61M in USDT Tied to Pig Butchering Crypto Scam
US agents in North Carolina seized $61 million in USDT linked to a large-scale "pig butchering" crypto investment scam.
Bear Market Grips Bitcoin Price While Adoption Expands Across Wall Street
Despite a 50% price decline, Bitcoin adoption surged in 2025 among institutions, businesses, and even nation-states, signaling potential long-term bullish trends.
Bitcoin ETF Flows Hit $258M in Largest Daily Inflows in Weeks
Bitcoin ETFs saw $258 million in inflows on Tuesday, reversing recent redemptions, while institutional selling reached 25,000 BTC in Q4 2025.
Leading stablecoin Tether shrinks again as market cap looks set for second straight monthly drop
Tether's market cap is set for a second monthly contraction, signaling challenging conditions for the broader crypto market recovery.
Hong Kong to Launch HKMA Digital Bond Platform in 2026
Hong Kong will launch a new digital asset platform in 2026 to support tokenized bond issuance and settlement, linking it regionally.
Trump’s State of the Union Signals No Relief on Rates, Ignores Crypto
President Trump's lengthy State of the Union address omitted digital assets while signaling continued high interest rates due to sticky inflation and tariff uncertainty.
Crypto Outlook 2026: What to Expect?
Industry experts predict 2026 will be an era of mature growth, AI integration, and a focus on fundamentals over hype.
Private Credit Market Stress Deepens: Why MicroStrategy’s STRC Is Entering the Debate
Mounting stress in the private credit market, highlighted by declining indices and fund redemptions, is raising concerns, while MicroStrategy’s STRC is presented as a potentially resilient alternative.
Hong Kong to issue first stablecoin issuer licenses next month: finance chief
Hong Kong will issue its first stablecoin issuer licenses next month and introduce new crypto asset dealer legislation this year.
Ethereum news: Vitalik Buterin sold 17,000 ETH this month as ether fell 37%
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin sold approximately 17,000 ETH in February while the token's price dropped 37%.
Anchorage Digital holds Strategy's preferred stock
Anchorage Digital, a U.S. crypto bank, invested in Strategy's perpetual preferred stock, signaling confidence in the bitcoin treasury strategy.
North Carolina prosecutors seize $61 million in USDT tied to ‘pig butchering’ scam
Federal prosecutors in North Carolina seized over $61 million in USDT linked to a large-scale cryptocurrency 'pig butchering' investment fraud.
Bitcoin Bounces From $62,500 but On-Chain Data Signals Prolonged Weakness
Despite a recent bounce, Bitcoin faces potential prolonged weakness according to on-chain data, with large holders reducing their positions.
Anchorage Digital discloses holding in Strategy’s STRC, signals long-term conviction
Anchorage Digital announced it holds Strategy's STRC perpetual preferred stock, signaling strategic alignment and long-term conviction.
Dogecoin price news: DOGE jumps 5% as breakout flips resistance into support
Dogecoin jumped after breaking key resistance at $0.0924, which is now acting as short-term support.
Bitcoin Adoption Hit Record Highs in 2025, Says River
Financial services company River reported that Bitcoin adoption reached record highs in 2025 across institutions, banks, and merchants, despite a price drawdown.
South Korean Man Accused of Poisoning Linked to Crypto Losses
A South Korean man faces attempted murder charges for allegedly poisoning his business partner over significant cryptocurrency investment losses.
Bitcoin price news: BTC zoomes above $65,000 as bullish 'double-bottom' hopes build
Bitcoin rebounded above $65,400, supported by a weaker dollar and rising Asian equities, sparking double-bottom formation hopes.
Is XRP Ledger Centralized? David Schwartz Challenges Justin Bons’ Claim
Ripple CTO Emeritus David Schwartz refuted claims by Justin Bons that the XRP Ledger is centralized due to its Unique Node List (UNL).
Bitcoin Rebound To $65K Holds As US Stocks Recover From AI Meltdown
Bitcoin rebounded to $65,000 as US stocks recovered from an AI-driven sell-off, but analysts remain cautious about a sustained reversal.
El Mencho’s Killing Sparks Violence Across Mexico, Regulators Highlight Cartel Crypto Use
The death of drug lord El Mencho triggered violence in Mexico, while regulators are focusing on cartels' increasing use of cryptocurrency for financial operations.
Payoneer Adds to Crypto, Fintech Firms Seeking Bank Charter
Payoneer has applied for a US national trust banking charter to issue a stablecoin and offer crypto services.
$9BIT Surges 7x as the9bit Crosses 7M Users and Accelerates AI Game Economy
The9bit platform surpassed 7 million users, causing its native token, $9BIT, to surge sevenfold amid AI Game Economy acceleration.
Bitcoin Depot mandates ID verification for all crypto ATM transactions
Bitcoin Depot is implementing mandatory ID verification for every crypto ATM transaction to enhance security and meet regulatory demands.
Bitcoin Depot Introduces ID for All Transactions
Bitcoin Depot now requires ID for every crypto ATM transaction to combat illicit activity and enhance security.
Stripe Eyes PayPal Acquisition as Stock Hits Multi-Year Low
Stripe is considering acquiring PayPal, or parts of it, as PayPal struggles with competition and leadership transitions.
Mastercard Hires for Crypto Just as Citrini Warns It Could Be Obsolete
Mastercard is hiring a Director of Crypto Flows while Citrini Research warns AI agents could make payment networks obsolete by 2028.
Blockchain Association Pitches Crypto Tax Plan to Congress
The Blockchain Association proposed a crypto tax plan to Congress, advocating for exemptions on small transactions and specific treatments for stablecoins and staking.
China’s Gold Rush Isn’t Over — It Just Moved to a Duty-Free Island and a New Trading Hub
China's gold demand is shifting to Hainan's duty-free zone and Hong Kong is being positioned as a new regional trading hub.