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Crypto mining firm Bitdeer Technologies Group has reduced its pure Bitcoin holdings to zero after selling its entire weekly production, as Bitcoin slid to around $65,000 amid renewed market pressure. In a weekly update posted on X, Bitdeer said its…

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Court documents indicate that JPMorgan de-banked Trump, with debanking one of the main reasons the Trump family turned to crypto. 

A researcher at the Near Foundation told Cointelegraph last year that he was working on AI-powered digital twins that vote on behalf of DAO members to address low voter participation.

An autonomous crypto trading bot known as Lobstar Wilde accidentally transferred its entire token holdings to a social media user after misreading a request for a small donation. The incident involved a bot created by Nik Pash, an employee at…

In the course of the last few months, the Ethereum price has seen a lot of decline, struggling alongside Bitcoin as investors rush to offload their coins. These sell-offs have come in anticipation of lower price levels, and with the price continuing to dip further, it seems the investors who sold earlier were right. Even […]

Bitmine Immersion Technologies (BMNR) is making headlines almost every day now, and as of the latest updates, it has reached 72.3% of its plan to own 5% of all ETH. Despite a weak market, the compaThe post Bitmine hits 72.3% of its 5% Ethereum ownership goal – Details appeared first on AMBCrypto.

Binance doubled down on its compliance credentials in a blog post after a report published earlier this month accused it of sanction violations.

Bitcoin’s Sharp Drop Shakes the Crypto World Bitcoin price today took a big hit. The top cryptocurrency fell , dropping almost 5% in the last 24 hours. It now trades at around $64,794, as per CoinMarketCap data. This slide pushed […] The post Bitcoin Dives Below $65K: Tariff Fears Ignite Massive Institutional Sell-Off appeared first on Blockmanity.

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Bitcoin has plummeted below the critical $65,000 support level, triggering a violent $464 million liquidation event as fresh tariff uncertainty roils global markets.

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Crypto prices today fell as Bitcoin dropped below $65,000 and altcoins posted steeper losses amid rising tariff uncertainty. The crypto market opened the week under pressure. Total market capitalization fell 4.2% in the past 24 hours to $2.3 trillion. Bitcoin…

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In a recent AMBCrypto report, the down-only price action of MYX Finance [MYX] was highlighted. A short-term bullish divergence was noted, and a bounce to $1.5 was expected at that time. MYX bulls wThe post Will MYX set new all-time lows after the $1.81 rejection? Data shows… appeared first on AMBCrypto.

One theory is that Lobstar Wilde tried to send 52,439 LOBSTAR tokens but misinterpreted Solana’s UI and sent 52.4 million tokens instead.

US-based spot Bitcoin ETFs have shed around $2.6 billion already in 2026; Bitcoin developer Matt Corallo shuts down quantum as the reason for the recent sell-off; and other news.

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Openclaw, the open-source artificial intelligence (AI) agent framework formerly known as Moltbot and Clawdbot, has been quietly turning bots into digital currency power users — but in crypto, every shiny new plugin deserves a skeptical eye. What Is Openclaw? Openclaw is an open-source AI agent framework where modular “skills” function like plugins, giving agents the […]

Bitcoin declined over $2,500 on Sunday night and dipped under $65K, as investors covered from the uncertainty of a new global 15% tariff regime imposed by President Donald Trump. A possible attack on Iran is also moving risk markets down. Bitcoin Falls Under $65K, Risk Assets Suffer Under Upcoming Tariff Uncertainty Bitcoin slid on Sunday […]

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Bitcoin price prediction favors a retest of the $60,000 level after losing $65,000 support amid macro tensions and weakening sentiment. Bitcoin was trading at $64,846 at press time, down 4.6% in the past 24 hours. The asset has slipped 5%…

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A similar bill proposing a Bitcoin Strategic Reserve was introduced in February last year, but failed to advance past the committee stage.

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Bitcoin-treasury firm Strategy has accumulated 717,131 Bitcoin since August 2020, and has made 99 Bitcoin purchases to date. 

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Why Matter More Than Ever In the fast-growing world of Web3, security is not just important—it is essential. Decentralized apps (dApps), smart contracts, and DeFi protocols hold real value, making them prime targets for hackers. One small mistake can lead […] The post Mastering Web3 Security Best Practices: Expert Tips for Developers appeared first on Blockmanity.

Big banks are dipping their toes into blockchain waters. , one of Europe’s largest banks, just ran a pilot program. They issued tokenized share classes of a French money market fund on the Ethereum public blockchain. This move tests how […] The post Evaluating BNP Paribas (ENXTPA:BNP) Valuation After Ethereum Tokenization Pilot appeared first on Blockmanity.

Elizabeth Warren is pressing U.S. financial regulators to rule out any taxpayer-funded rescue of cryptocurrency billionaires as $2 trillion collapse fuels fears of federal intervention in digital asset markets. Warren Demands No Bailout for Bitcoin Billionaires Concerns about potential federal intervention in cryptocurrency markets intensified as U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren on Feb. 18 urged Treasury […]

Elliptic says that despite increased regulatory pressure, a handful of crypto exchanges continue to serve sanctioned Russian entities.

What if you never had to vote in a DAO again? That’s the future Ethereum Co-Founder Vitalik Buterin is imagining. Instead of users showing up for every proposal, AI agents could step in and vote baThe post Too busy to vote? Vitalik Buterin says AI can do it for you! appeared first on AMBCrypto.

Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Price Crashes Below $65,000, Drops 5% in 2 Hours Amid Six-Week Slump Bitcoin price fell more than 5% on Sunday evening, dropping below $65,000, with most of the decline occurring within just two hours. This post Bitcoin Price Crashes Below $65,000, Drops 5% in 2 Hours Amid Six-Week Slump first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

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Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse now sees a 90% chance the Clarity Act passes by April, outpacing prediction markets as White House pressure and industry backing intensify, signaling accelerating momentum for long-sought U.S. crypto regulatory clarity. Ripple CEO Turns 90% Bullish on Clarity Act as Prediction Markets Lag Behind Momentum is building rapidly in Washington to […]

Bitcoin plunged over $3,000 in two hours, while the Crypto Fear and Greed Index has slumped to historic lows again.

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While many retail investors are panicking about Cardano, one of the world’s largest digital asset managers is quietly doing the opposite. ADA’s price has fallen more than 22% in the past month andThe post Why is Cardano’s share rising in Grayscale’s fund? Explained! appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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Crypto users would specify what onchain action they want and then click “OK” or “Cancel” after seeing a transaction simulation of that action.

OpenClaw creator Peter Steinberger confirmed that any mention of Bitcoin or other cryptocurrencies on the project’s Discord server can lead to removal. A user was blocked Saturday for referencing Bitcoin block height as a timing mechanism in a multi-agent benchmark.…

Ethereum Classic declined sharply over the past 24 hours, closing with a loss of nearly 9%. The drop reflects growing downside pressure, with market positioning skewed heavily in favor of bearish tradThe post All about Ethereum Classic’s 9% slide and why capital concentration favors bears appeared first on AMBCrypto.

White House officials and crypto leaders are closing in on a pivotal stablecoin and market structure deal as high-stakes negotiations over yield restrictions intensify, signaling potential clarity that could redefine U.S. digital asset regulation. White House Pushes Toward Stablecoin Deal Amid Yield Dispute The White House convened another meeting on crypto market structure as negotiations […]

The real-world asset ecosystem on Solana [SOL] surged to a historic milestone of $1.66 billion in tokenized value recently. The steady growth in RWA reflected capital moving on-chain and increased The post Will Solana fall another 95%? Why SOL's bottom looks far away appeared first on AMBCrypto.

Why From Its October Peak: Stablecoins Take Over Bitcoin once ruled the crypto world. It hit a sky-high price of $126,272 in October 2025. But now, things look very different. The price has dropped more than 40%. It fell from […] The post Why Bitcoin Crashed Over 40% From Its October Peak: Stablecoins Take Over appeared first on Blockmanity.

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XRP is emerging as a dominant crypto talking point after bitcoin, with Grayscale reporting sustained advisor demand and expanding regulated investment products that deepen market access and liquidity for the digital asset across traditional brokerage platforms. Grayscale Reveals XRP Is a Leading Client Focus Grayscale, a digital asset management firm, shared on social media platform […]

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The market could be bottoming, at least that is what's happening with assets like XRP, Bitcoin and Shiba Inu.

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The market looked calm on price. However, dominance charts hinted at stress building underneath. USDT Dominance climbed toward a four-year resistance level. At the same time, BTC Dominance rolled oThe post Is Altcoin Season beginning? BTC Dominance breakdown hints at… appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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Ethereum’s decline unfolded progressively as macro pressure, leverage unwinds, and thinning liquidity weighed on price structure. As downside momentum accelerated, Ethereum [ETH] slipped below the The post Ethereum under pressure: Founder sales, whale losses, and bearish odds collide appeared first on AMBCrypto.

Openclaw has drawn a hard line in its Discord server, banning any mention of cryptocurrencies — including bitcoin — after a token scam and reported waves of harassment nearly derailed the fast-rising artificial intelligence (AI) agent project. Openclaw Discord Enforces Zero-Tolerance Crypto Rule Openclaw, the fast-growing open-source AI agent framework founded by Peter Steinberger, is […]

TLDR: Dogecoin has tested a descending trendline across six consecutive daily candles without breaking below support. Analyst Trader Tardigrade warns that current momentum is weak and a volume spike is needed to confirm a breakout. Dogecoin’s Number of Days Spent at a Profit has surpassed 1,100 days, marking a first-ever reading for the asset. The [...] The post Dogecoin Hold Key Trendline for Sixth Day as Historical Profit Metric Hits All-Time High appeared first on Blockonomi.

The final week of February is here, and the crypto market is still under pressure. It continues to struggle, and this is clearly reflected in the latest ETF data. Bitcoin ETFs saw $315.9 million inThe post Bitcoin, Ethereum ETFs under pressure: Inside the $315mln February shake-up appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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Bithumb CEO admited past mistakes following the latest 620,000 BTC blunder which has prompting further investigations into system flaws.

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Staff said the US regulator would "not object" to broker-dealers counting stablecoin holdings toward their net capital requirements.

Japan’s SBI Holdings Set to Launch in Major Crypto Push Big news from Japan: SBI Holdings, a top securities firm and huge supporter of XRP, plans to issue about $65 million in blockchain bonds. These bonds pay interest and give […] The post Japan’s SBI Holdings Set to Launch $65 Million XRP-Paying Blockchain Bonds in Major Crypto Push appeared first on Blockmanity.

TLDR: A 300bps rate drop could erase nearly $234B in annual MMF income. Even 5% MMF rotation may release $390B into higher-yield alternatives. STRC’s 11.25% yield positions it for institutional inflows during easing. New STRC issuance could translate into large-scale Bitcoin purchases. Yield Tsunami Bitcoin is gaining attention after investor Adam Livingston projected a sharp [...] The post Yield Tsunami Bitcoin: Fed Rate Cuts Could Trigger Massive Capital Rotation Into STRC appeared first on Blockonomi.

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TLDR: A single $618,000 BTC-to-USDC swap on THORChain exposed every transaction detail to the public in real time. GemWallet’s 50 basis point fee was written directly into the transaction memo, visible on-chain to anyone worldwide. THORChain allows users to swap assets without creating an account, submitting an ID, or seeking any permission. Every swap ever [...] The post THORChain’s $618,000 Live Swap Puts Blockchain Transparency to the Test appeared first on Blockonomi.

Talk of quantum computers no longer sounds like science fiction at crypto events. At a recent developer gathering, the ETH Denver, engineers and security researchers turned their attention to a simple but unsettling question: what happens to Bitcoin if a powerful quantum machine comes online? Related Reading: Bitcoin Hashpower Returns, Difficulty Sees Biggest Jump In […]

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Aave gave long-term investors a glimmer of hope with the price action of the past two weeks. Since making a low of $92.25 on Friday, the 6th of February, the DeFi protocol token's price has ralliedThe post Is Aave’s 29% bounce bull trap? Decoding the long-term bearish pressure appeared first on AMBCrypto.

Haseeb Qureshi, general partner at Dragonfly Capital, says that crypto infrastructure will ultimately be mass adopted by machines, not humans. Qureshi Says Crypto Technology Works, But Not for “Our Society’ In an article posted to X, Qureshi addresses the “fantastical story” that everyone would begin using smart contracts, rather than traditional legal contracts, for everything. […]

TLDR: USDT 60-day market cap change has fallen below -$3B for only the second time in crypto market history. The first instance occurred in late 2022, aligning precisely with Bitcoin’s cycle bottom near the $16,000 level. Three single-day USDT outflows exceeding -$1B have each coincided with local bottoms or sharp Bitcoin volatility. Historical data shows [...] The post USDT Rare -$3B Signal Returns: Is Bitcoin Approaching Another Cycle Bottom? appeared first on Blockonomi.

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The GENIUS Act-compliant stablecoin is geared toward institutional investors in Asia features a programmable layer for agentic AI commerce.

TLDR: Ethereum’s RWA market surpassed $15B in 2025, marking more than 3x growth within a single calendar year. Tether Gold and Paxos Gold combined to add over $4B in new tokenized gold value on-chain this year. BlackRock BUIDL, Ondo USDY, and WisdomTree posted triple to four-digit growth in Treasury-backed products. Syrup USDC and USDT scaled [...] The post Ethereum RWAs Hit $15B as Tokenized Gold and Treasury Products Fuel Institutional Growth appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR: Buterin defines security as minimizing divergence between user intent and actual system behavior at all times. Perfect security is impossible because human intent is too complex to capture in any single mathematical definition. Good security systems rely on redundant, overlapping specifications that approach user intent from multiple distinct angles. LLMs can approximate user intent [...] The post Vitalik Buterin Redefines Security as a Matter of User Intent, Not Clicks appeared first on Blockonomi.

RaveDAO [RAVE] has climbed over 80% this week after a whale withdrew 10M tokens worth $6.56M, tightening exchange liquidity and lifting price toward resistance.  At the time of writing, RAVE tradThe post Is RAVE’s 80% weekly rally just the start of a larger breakout? appeared first on AMBCrypto.

Ethereum remains in a broader corrective phase, trading below key moving averages and inside a well-defined descending structure. While short-term stabilization is visible near support, the higher-timeframe trend still favors sellers unless major resistance levels are reclaimed with strong momentum. Ethereum Price Analysis: The Daily Chart On the daily timeframe, ETH continues to respect a […]

Binance controls nearly a third of exchange-held supply, underscoring how liquidity power is concentrating among a few venues.

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Combining real estate with Bitcoin could redefine investment strategies and boost cash flow. The post Grant Cardone: Combining real estate with Bitcoin creates an unmatched financial asset, why unit count is crucial for revenue, and how Bitcoin enhances cash flow | The Wolf Of All Streets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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TLDR: Elon Musk is alleged to be collaborating with Ripple, though no official confirmation has been issued by either party. REAL Token is reportedly scheduled to list on BTCC Exchange on February 28th, pending verified disclosure from the platform. Price projections suggest a move from $0.045 to $690.70 if 0.01% of the $228 trillion global [...] The post Elon Musk Ripple Rumors Push REAL Token Into Spotlight Before BTCC Exchange Listing appeared first on Blockonomi.

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Decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs) govern some of the biggest decentralized finance protocols, including Curve Finance and Aave.

Bitdeer Technologies Group has emptied its Bitcoin treasury, selling every coin on its books and bringing its corporate balance to zero. Related Reading: Storm Over BTC Trades: Metaplanet CEO Denies Hiding Details The move follows weeks of steady disposals and comes as the company pursues fresh capital to fund expansion plans outside pure mining. Bitdeer […]

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Bitcoin [BTC] and Ethereum [ETH] didn't have much to brag about this week, with 3.5% and 5% drops. The market mood looks a lot less confident. But while they were busy stumbling, the rest of the markThe post Crypto market's weekly winners and losers - STABLE, MORPHO, DOGE, ZEC appeared first on AMBCrypto.

After climbing the previous week on the heels of Grayscale’s S-1 filing, the decentralized finance ( DeFi) token linked to the lending protocol Aave slipped 7% against the greenback, giving back a portion of those earlier gains. As the market recalibrated, BGD Labs disclosed it will end its engagement with the Aave DAO on April […]

SOL corrects. Charts become volatile. The crypto community starts discussing “cycle bottoms” and “the end of growth.” Some sell. Some lock in losses. Others postpone decisions “until better times.” And Vladika? Vladika continues producing blocks. Maintaining uptime. Supporting the network with the same infrastructure stability as before. A validator on Solana does not operate according [...] The post How to Earn SOL When the Market Corrects appeared first on Blockonomi.

Crypto exchanges maintaining operational or financial connections with Russia continue aiding circumvention of international sanctions, according to an Elliptic report. The platforms provide transaction routes allowing Russian entities to make cross-border payments shielded from traditional banking oversight through ruble-to-crypto conversions.…

Michael Saylor, Strategy's executive chairman, has teasted yet another massive Bitcoin purchase.

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TLDR: XRP has dropped 69% from its recent all-time high of $3.66 and is currently trading around $1.39. The $0.66 price level is a critical support threshold — a weekly close below it invalidates the bullish outlook. Santiment data recorded $1.93B in weekly realized losses, the largest spike for XRP since November 2022. Analysts cite [...] The post XRP Drops 69% From ATH and Tests Key Support Zone; Is a Reversal Coming? appeared first on Blockonomi.

Introduction: A New Era for Football Fans Imagine a world where your love for football comes with its own digital currency. FIFA, the global body that runs the beautiful game, is now looking into launching its own cryptocurrency. This could […] The post FIFA’s Crypto Leap: FIFA Token and FIFA Coin Set to Transform Football for Billions appeared first on Blockmanity.

The "Wild West" era of decentralized finance (DeFi) may finally be ending, thanks to a massive breakthrough in AI-driven security.

In this week’s edition of weekly recap, XRP Ledger activated a members-only decentralized exchange for regulated institutions, Strategy reported its fourth-largest Bitcoin purchase of the year and Animoca Brands obtained regulatory approval in Dubai. XRP Ledger enables institutional-only trading Strategy…

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TLDR: BlackRock plans to stake between 70% and 95% of ETH held within the ETHB trust for maximum yield. Investors receive 82% of staking rewards, while BlackRock and Coinbase split the remaining 18%. A liquidity sleeve of 5% to 30% in unstaked ETH ensures ETHB can meet investor redemptions smoothly. BlackRock’s spot Ethereum ETF ETHA [...] The post BlackRock’s ETHB Ethereum Staking ETF Set to Reshape Institutional Crypto Investment appeared first on Blockonomi.

Decred [DCR] was among the top gainers on the 22nd of February. The token's prices have climbed by 14% in the last 24 hours. The timings for the rally look perfect as a large percentage of the netThe post Decred surges 14% - What DCR's current breakout suggests appeared first on AMBCrypto.

TLDR: Vitalik Buterin withdrew 3,500 ETH worth $6.95M from Aave, resuming sales after a two-week pause. The Ethereum Foundation entered a period of mild austerity to balance development goals and long-term sustainability. Buterin personally absorbed Foundation-level responsibilities, funding open-source software, hardware, and biotech projects. Community observers question whether Buterin’s personal ETH-funded projects align with the [...] The post Vitalik’s $6.95M ETH Move: Personal Agenda or Ethereum Foundation Strategy? appeared first on Blockonomi.

Introduction: The Big Gap in Web3 Blockchain technology promised a new world of decentralized apps. But after years of hype, most people still don’t use them. At the recent ETH Denver conference, top Ethereum builders admitted this hard truth. They […] The post Ethereum Builders Speak Out: Why Blockchain Apps Still Can’t Win Everyday Users appeared first on Blockmanity.

The price of XRP has been relatively calm throughout February, especially following an early-month descent to just above $1.1. Hovering around $1.4, the second-largest altcoin has struggled to continue its recovery to around the $2 mark. However, it appears the altcoin’s struggles might not last for long, especially if history repeats itself over the next […]

Singapore-based miner Bitdeer, led by crypto veteran Jihan Wu, has sold 943.1 bitcoin from reserves, completing a full liquidation of its corporate treasury as it pivots toward infrastructure expansion and artificial intelligence (AI)-driven growth. Bitdeer Clears Bitcoin Balance Sheet The move, disclosed in a weekly operational update, brings Bitdeer’s pure corporate bitcoin holdings to zero […]

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TLDR: U.S. searches for ‘bitcoin to zero’ hit a Google Trends score of 100 in February 2026, a record high. Global searches for the same term peaked in August 2025 and have since dropped to as low as 38 by February. Similar U.S. search spikes in 2021 and 2022 coincided with local Bitcoin price bottoms, [...] The post ‘Bitcoin to Zero’ Hits Peak Search Interest in the U.S., yet a Clean Bottom Signal Remains Elusive appeared first on Blockonomi.

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Futures traders slashed bearish Bitcoin bets last month, a shift that preceded a 70% rally in 2025 and a 190% increase in the BTC price in 2023.

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TLDR: Nakamoto Inc. purchased 5,398 BTC near Bitcoin’s $118K peak, now sitting on $270M in unrealized losses. The $23.6B market cap wipeout marks one of the steepest corporate Bitcoin treasury collapses in crypto history. A reverse takeover structure helped launch $NAKA’s Bitcoin strategy but accelerated losses as sentiment shifted fast. The 99% drop in 280 [...] The post The $23.6B Bitcoin Miscalculation: Inside Nakamoto Inc.’s Costly Treasury Collapse appeared first on Blockonomi.

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Market liquidity structure has undergone a visible transition as Bitcoin consolidated near key psychological levels. Participation breadth narrowed first, while volatility compressed into distributionThe post Bitcoin: Retail exits as whales deposit $43B – THIS zone is now a 'buy' corridor appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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Coinbase, Binance, and BlackRock collectively hold millions of BTC, which reveals centralized power amid decentralized cryptocurrency narratives.

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TLDR: Tokenized U.S. Treasuries crossed $10 billion in 2026, outpacing projections and leading the $25 billion RWA market. SEC-approved DTCC deployment of tokenized Treasuries on Canton Network signals full regulatory backing for on-chain government debt. JPMorgan’s “MONY” fund connects institutional stablecoin access directly to Ethereum-based U.S. Treasury yield products. NYSE and LSEG are racing to [...] The post U.S. Treasuries Go Crypto: How the $10 Billion Milestone Is Rewriting the Rules of Government Debt appeared first on Blockonomi.

John Deaton rejects Sam Bankman-Fried's $78B solvency claims, citing a "two-tiered justice system." The pro-Ripple lawyer opposes an SBF pardon as FTX recovery data surfaces.

A dormant crypto whale has sparked attention in the market after withdrawing 50,000 SOL from major exchanges and sending it for staking.

TLDR: Ethereum NUPL on Binance has fallen to -0.1689, marking its lowest recorded value in approximately nine months. A negative NUPL reading shows most Binance ETH reserves are currently sitting in unrealized loss territory near $1,973. The last comparable NUPL dip on Binance occurred around May 2024, during a sharp digital asset market correction. Historically, [...] The post Ethereum NUPL on Binance Drops to Nine-Month Low as Unrealized Losses Mount appeared first on Blockonomi.

Siren [SIREN] surged 27% in the last 24 hours, extending weekly gains to 97% as speculative momentum accelerated. The AI-themed memecoin, deployed on the BNB Chain, saw daily trading volume climb tThe post AI-memecoin SIREN surges 97% – Assessing if bot-driven demand can lead to… appeared first on AMBCrypto.

TLDR: Crypto markets absorbed repeated tariff escalations in 2025, unlike the mass liquidations seen in October 2024. October’s crash was driven by overleveraged positioning and thin liquidity, not solely by the tariff headlines alone. Analysts note forced sellers have largely exited, leaving a cleaner and less one-sided market structure today. Price reaction to negative news, [...] The post Crypto Market Absorbs Tariff Pressure as Market Structure Shows Signs of Recovery appeared first on Blockonomi.

Shiba Inu (SHIB) wraps up February 2026 with a $3.6B market cap and a 589T supply as valuation math overtakes price hype for the meme-inspired cryptocurrency in a tighter capital digital asset market.

TLDR: Elliptic links five crypto exchanges to structured routes used for Russian sanctions evasion through P2P and broker networks. Wallet sharing between Russian and non-Russian platforms allows sanctioned funds to mix with compliant trading activity. Cash-to-crypto services now support cross-border trade payments and access to restricted foreign digital services. Blockchain data shows direct financial exposure [...] The post Report: 5 Crypto Exchanges Help Russia Dodge Western Sanctions appeared first on Blockonomi.

A little-known offshore entity has stepped into the spot bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) arena with a $436 million position, instantly becoming one of the largest new institutional shareholders in Blackrock’s Ishares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT). Offshore Capital Flows? Hong Kong-Linked Laurore Ltd. Holds Major IBIT Stake According to a Form 13F-HR filed with the U.S. Securities […]

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Shiba Inu has warned of scam attempts intending to steal user funds from wallets.

Santiment data indicates that XRP Ledger has recorded its largest spike in realized losses since 2022, marking a notable moment for traders and analysts tracking market sentiment. The surge reflects a wave of investors selling their holdings at prices below their original purchase cost, a phenomenon commonly associated with fear-driven capitulation. Historically, such events have drawn significant attention because they can signal the late stages of a downturn. The latest spike echoes a previous milestone roughly 39 months ago, when realized losses reached around negative $1.93 billion. Following that period, XRP went on to rally approximately 114% over the next The post XRP Sees Largest Realized Loss Spike Since 2022 As Market Watches For Potential Bottom Signal appeared first on The Merkle News.

TLDR: SegWit’s soft fork structure detached signatures from transactions but increased protocol complexity for long-term maintenance. Developers argue soft forks restrict the range of upgrades compared with direct hard fork protocol changes. The debate reflects tension between backward compatibility and Bitcoin’s need for technical evolution. SegWit’s activation still influences how governance decisions are framed inside [...] The post SegWit Debate Reignites as Developer Calls Bitcoin Upgrade Technically Flawed appeared first on Blockonomi.

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Tether has announced the termination of support for its Chinese yuan–pegged stablecoin CNH₮ (CNHT), marking the end of one of its major non-dollar stablecoin experiments. The company confirmed that new issuance of CNHT tokens has stopped effective immediately, while existing holders will be able to redeem their tokens for a limited period. The announcement, highlighted in recent reports, reflects a strategic shift by Tether as it adapts to evolving regulatory conditions and changing market demand for fiat-backed stablecoins. While Tether’s flagship stablecoin continues to dominate global markets, smaller fiat-pegged experiments appear to be facing increasing operational and regulatory challenges. The The post Tether Ends CNHT Stablecoin Support As Regulatory Pressure And Market Demand Shift appeared first on The Merkle News.

Bitcoin held its ground over the weekend as US President Donald Trump said late Saturday that he was increasing a recently announced global tariff from 10% to 15% and that the new rate would take effect immediately. Related Reading: Crypto’s Changing Landscape Forces On-Chain Firm Parsec To Shut After 5 Years The move came after […]

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After U.S. President Donald Trump’s latest tariff move, the lights just turned off. Bitcoin [BTC] tried to stay calm but couldn't. What happened? President Trump announced on the 21st of FebruaThe post Bitcoin slips as Trump raises tariffs to 15%, but recovery is still possible appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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Bitcoin's path to quantum safety may be smoother than expected, with proactive steps already underway. The post Matt Corallo: Most crypto wallets are quantum-safe, Bitcoin’s soft fork could require proof of seed phrase ownership, and the Ethereum Foundation is leading in quantum threat response | Unchained appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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TLDR: Bitdeer’s weekly update confirmed zero corporate Bitcoin holdings after selling both new output and reserves. The company mined 189.8 BTC and sold 1,132.9 BTC total during the reporting period ending February 20. Bitdeer now leads public miners in self-managed hashrate, surpassing Marathon Digital’s internal capacity. A $325 million convertible notes deal supported debt refinancing [...] The post Bitdeer Bitcoin Holdings Drop to Zero as Miner Sells Entire Reserve appeared first on Blockonomi.

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TLDR: SBI will issue Security Token bonds through blockchain instead of traditional depository systems used in Japanese capital markets. Retail investors can trade the bonds on a digital exchange platform starting in March 2026. Eligible bondholders will receive XRP benefits tied to their subscription and interest payment dates. The project supports Japan’s push to merge [...] The post SBI Launches Security Token Bonds With XRP Rewards for Retail Investors appeared first on Blockonomi.

The AI solutions agreed that XRP is currently hunting for a bottom. Also, a few of them put massive price targets for the asset.

Sunday morning in the crypto market, XRP defends a critical floor against BTC as February closes, Vitalik Buterin streamlines ETH sales for medical research, and SHIB eyes a market cap flip over PayPal USD.

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TLDR: Crypto networks must formally recognize the quantum computing threat before technical mitigation efforts can move forward. Post-quantum cryptography already exists and can replace vulnerable signature schemes in major blockchain protocols. Expert-led teams will define standards and security levels for wallets and core crypto infrastructure. Implementation requires coordinated upgrades across protocols, wallets, and external blockchain [...] The post Quantum Computing Threat: Zcash Co-Founder Warns It’s Coming for Bitcoin appeared first on Blockonomi.

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