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Bitcoin stays volatile while MUFG says stables work better as money.
Bitcoin slips ~2% in 7d as MUFG touts stablecoins’ price-stable payments. An analyst at Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group has stated that stablecoins represent a more suitable currency option than Bitcoin for payment purposes, according to recent commentary from the Japanese… origin »
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MYX closes strategic funding round led by Consensys.
MYX has completed and closed a strategic funding round led by Consensys ahead of its V2 launch. origin »
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Altcoin spot sell pressure hits 5-year high at -$209b.
Cumulative spot selling pressure across altcoins, excluding Bitcoin and Ethereum, has reached a five-year extreme, according to data released by CryptoQuant, marking one of the most persistent distribution phases in recent market cycles. origin »
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Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong Addresses “Paper Bitcoin” Claims, Claims Bitcoin ETFs Are Fully Backed.
Bitcoin Magazine Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong Addresses “Paper Bitcoin” Claims, Claims Bitcoin ETFs Are Fully Backed Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong dismissed “paper Bitcoin” claims, insisting spot Bitcoin ETFs are fully backed, while defending Coinbase’s dominant custody role and calling U. origin »
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Peter Thiel dumps all ETH treasury shares after “Ethereum’s MicroStrategy” fell 95% since August.
Peter Thiel went to zero in ETHZilla, and the ETH treasury company trade just got a lot more real On Feb. 17, an amended 13G/A posted to ETHZilla’s investor site listed Peter Thiel and Founders Fund-related vehicles at zero shares and 0. origin »
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OpenAI launches benchmarking system for securing crypto tokens and smart contracts.
OpenAI launches EVMbench with Paradigm to test AI on smart contract vulnerabilities and commits $10M to cybersecurity research. The post OpenAI launches benchmarking system for securing crypto tokens and smart contracts appeared first on Crypto Briefing. origin »
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Tyler Muir: Financial crises amplify asset price drops, why recovery dynamics differ from economic activity, and the rise of populism post-crisis | Macro Musings.
Financial crises have a more profound impact on asset markets than ordinary recessions. Asset prices drop more during financial crises due to an extra risk premium channel. Asset markets typically recover faster than economic activity post-crisis. origin »
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Stani Kulechov: Aave’s token-centric model enhances value capture, V4 introduces a hub and spoke architecture, and DAOs boost governance resilience | Unchained.
Aave's new model aims to boost revenue and enhance user experience in decentralized finance. The post Stani Kulechov: Aave’s token-centric model enhances value capture, V4 introduces a hub and spoke architecture, and DAOs boost governance resilience | Unchained appeared first on Crypto Briefing. origin »
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Hyperscale Data launches silver reserve plan targeting 100,000 ounces.
Hyperscale Data plans to acquire up to 100,000 ounces of silver after a $35.4M raise as the metal trades near $77. The post Hyperscale Data launches silver reserve plan targeting 100,000 ounces appeared first on Crypto Briefing. origin »
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Anas Alhajji: OPEC’s decisions driven by regional demand, not global | Macro Voices.
Oil prices in 2025 were expected to remain in the seventies range but fell below expectations. OPEC's decision to unwind production cuts was based on demand for their own oil, not global demand. origin »
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Greg Ulrich: Mastercard has used AI for decades in fraud detection, generative AI enhances existing products, and real-time transaction scoring is key to security | a16z Live.
Mastercard has integrated AI into its operations for decades, focusing on fraud detection and personalization. Generative AI is used as a feature to enhance existing products, not as standalone solutions. origin »
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Base moves beyond OP Stack as it rebuilds its core stack.
Coinbases Base will transition off the OP Stack to a unified proprietary stack, targeting six hard forks per year and faster upgrades. The post Base moves beyond OP Stack as it rebuilds its core stack appeared first on Crypto Briefing. origin »
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MYX completes funding round led by Consensys ahead of V2 launch.
MYX's funding and V2 launch could revolutionize DeFi by enhancing Ethereum's derivatives infrastructure, promoting scalability and integration. The post MYX completes funding round led by Consensys ahead of V2 launch appeared first on Crypto Briefing. origin »
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Yi-Ling Liu: China’s internet model sparks global envy and misunderstanding | Odd Lots.
The internet's initial promise of decentralization has shifted towards centralization and conflict. China's controlled internet model is viewed with envy by some world leaders. Western narratives often oversimplify the complexities of the Chinese internet. origin »
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Chamath Palihapitiya, Jason Calacanis, David Sacks and David Friedberg: Economic unrest fuels Iran’s protests | All-In.
Economic issues, particularly inflation, are a major driving force behind the protests in Iran. Sanctions have severely impacted Iran, leading to predictions of inevitable socio-political breaks. origin »
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Uber plans $100 million investment in autonomous vehicle charging stations.
Uber invests $100M to build fast charging hubs for robotaxis across the US, targeting 10 autonomous cities by 2026. The post Uber plans $100 million investment in autonomous vehicle charging stations appeared first on Crypto Briefing. origin »
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HIVE Digital posts 219% revenue jump as miner-AI hybrid strategy gains traction.
Third-quarter results show revenue growth despite lower Bitcoin prices, alongside new AI computing contracts, as HIVE continues to expand beyond its core mining business. origin »
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Arthur Hayes predicts AI credit crisis as Bitcoin sounds liquidity alarm.
Arthur Hayes believes Bitcoin is signaling that markets are underestimating a coming credit shock. In his latest Substack essay, “This Is Fine,” the BitMEX co-founder argues that Bitcoin (BTC) acts as a “global fiat liquidity fire alarm.” Its sharp drop… origin »
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Ethereum price forms death cross as ETF outflows extend into fourth month, will it crash?.
Ethereum price has confirmed a dreaded death cross pattern on the weekly chart. Will it crash as demand for its ETFs continues to falter? According to data from crypto.news, Ethereum (ETH) price has plummeted since mid-January this year. Trading around… origin »
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Bitcoin price prediction as Arkham data reveals who controls BTC supply.
Bitcoin price is stabilizing after a sharp correction, but on-chain data suggests the real story may lie beneath the surface. As Bitcoin (BTC) consolidates near the $68,000 level, Arkham Intelligence’s latest ownership data reveals who controls a large share of… origin »
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David Bailey’s Nakamoto strikes $107M deal to buy BTC Inc and UTXO.
Bitcoin-focused public company Nakamoto Inc. , led by chairman and CEO David Bailey, has signed definitive agreements to acquire BTC Inc. and UTXO Management GP, LLC in an all-stock transaction valued at approximately $107. origin »
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World Liberty Financial price gains 20% despite muted crypto market — what’s driving the surge?.
WLFI rallied 20% as traders positioned ahead of the World Liberty Forum and large on-chain withdrawals drew attention. World Liberty Financial (WLFI) was trading at $0.1178 at the time of writing, up about 20% in the past day. The token… origin »
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Matt Hogan: Institutional adoption is ending the four-year cycle, Bitcoin halving is losing significance, and covered call strategies are reshaping investment | Empire.
The traditional four-year cycle in crypto is becoming obsolete due to the influence of institutional adoption. Institutional investments in crypto have reached a staggering $15 trillion, indicating a major shift in market dynamics. origin »
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The metrics that matter for XRP network health and how to read them without counting noise.
XRP network health scorecard: wallets, trustlines, DEX volume, uptime Key takeaways Ripple and Aviva Investors said Feb. 11 they intend to tokenize traditional fund structures onto the XRP Ledger “over 2026 and beyond. origin »
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Kraken acquires token manager Magna ahead of IPO.
Kraken's strategic acquisitions enhance its market position and innovation capacity, potentially boosting investor confidence ahead of its IPO. The post Kraken acquires token manager Magna ahead of IPO appeared first on Crypto Briefing. origin »
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XRP Ledger activates permissioned DEX for regulated institutions on mainnet.
The activation of a permissioned DEX on XRPL may enhance institutional blockchain adoption, bridging traditional finance with decentralized markets. The post XRP Ledger activates permissioned DEX for regulated institutions on mainnet appeared first on Crypto Briefing. origin »
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Joe Lubin: Banks must adopt blockchain to survive the DeFi revolution | Epicenter.
Banks are increasingly adopting blockchain technology to improve efficiency and adapt to the rise of decentralized banking. The shift to Web3 presents a risk of being undermined by legacy financial institutions maintaining control. origin »
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Nick Shalek: The future of finance blends decentralized and permissioned systems, why regulatory clarity is crucial for digital asset adoption, and how tokenization will personalize financial interactions | Empire.
Future financial systems will blend traditional and blockchain elements for a more personalized experience. The post Nick Shalek: The future of finance blends decentralized and permissioned systems, why regulatory clarity is crucial for digital asset adoption, and how tokenization will personalize financial interactions | Empire appeared first on Crypto Briefing. origin »
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SEGG Media nominates Trump’s Bitcoin advisor Daniel Bailey to board.
Bailey's appointment could enhance SEGG Media's strategic growth and innovation in digital media, esports, and global partnerships. The post SEGG Media nominates Trump’s Bitcoin advisor Daniel Bailey to board appeared first on Crypto Briefing. origin »
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Is China using US Bitcoin ETFs as a backdoor? Mystery Hong Kong firm invested $436M in BlackRock’s IBIT.
An obscure Hong Kong firm has disclosed a $436 million position in BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF, a revelation that is fueling speculation about Chinese capital flowing into crypto through offshore side doors. origin »
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Telegram blocks 7.46m channels as Russia mulls April 1 ban.
Telegram use in Russia faces rising blocks and slowdown as regulators tighten controls. Telegram has begun blocking illegal content and has sufficient time to meet Russian regulatory requirements, according to a senior parliamentary committee member overseeing the matter. Andrey Svintsov,… origin »
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ETHZilla struggles to find footing as Peter Thiel’s Founders Fund exits.
ETHZilla Corp (ETHZ) shares faced intense pressure in pre-market trading this Wednesday following news that billionaire investor Peter Thiel and his venture firm, Founders Fund, have completely liquidated their position. origin »
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Coin Center presses Senate to keep dev protections in BRCA bill.
Crypto dev liability fears surge after 2025 cases, as Coin Center defends BRCA protections. Coin Center has called on the U.S. Senate Banking Committee to advance legislation that would shield cryptocurrency developers from prosecution when they do not control user… origin »
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Enso partners with Chainlink for live production deployments of cross-chain minting.
Enso announced live production deployments of cross-chain minting and execution flows powered by Chainlink, enabling assets to move across chains. origin »
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Pump.fun overhauls creator fees, launches trader ‘cashback coins’.
Solana-based token launch platform Pump.fun is changing how creator fees work, giving users the ability to decide whether token deployers or traders should receive fee rewards. Pump.fun lets traders take the fees with new cashback model In a post on… origin »
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SUI token price prediction as Grayscale Sui Staking ETF begins trading today.
The launch of the new Sui-focused exchange-traded product marks another step in institutional crypto expansion. Asset manager Grayscale Investments will begin trading its Sui Staking ETF today, offering investors regulated exposure to SUI along with staking rewards. Grayscale’s Sui staking… origin »
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Opt-in privacy is failing crypto | Opinion.
When privacy is optional, networks fracture into public and private activity, shrinking anonymity sets and weakening protection for those who do opt in. origin »
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El Salvador bets on $100m tokenized SME equity via Stakiny.
LatAm splits: El Salvador tokenizes SMEs, Brazil eyes BTC reserves, Argentina curbs wallet wages. Three Latin American countries have adopted contrasting approaches to cryptocurrency regulation and adoption in recent months, according to legislative and government actions across the region. Latin… origin »
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BTC, ETH eyed as Kiyosaki calls giant stock crash near.
BTC holds near support as Kiyosaki flags imminent stock crash, boosting demand for scarce assets. Financial author Robert Kiyosaki has issued a renewed warning of a major market crash, stating that the “biggest stock market crash in history” is imminent,… origin »
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Moonwell’s AI-coded oracle glitch misprices cbETH at $1, drains $1.78M.
Moonwell’s lending pools racked up about $1.78M in bad debt after a cbETH oracle mispriced the token at nearly $1 instead of around $2.2k, enabling bots and liquidators to drain collateral within hours of a misconfigured Chainlink-based update reportedly using… origin »
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Thai SEC clears BTC, crypto, carbon credits for derivatives.
Thai SEC adds BTC and other digital assets plus carbon credits as eligible underlying assets for regulated derivatives, with TFEX to design crypto-linked contracts to attract institutional traders and support ETF-like products. origin »
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Nevada sues Kalshi in fresh prediction market showdown.
The Nevada Gaming Control Board has filed a civil enforcement action against KalshiEX LLC, accusing the federally regulated prediction market of offering unlicensed wagering in the state. Nevada moves to block Kalshi’s event trading In a complaint filed in Carson… origin »
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Abu Dhabi sovereign funds top $1B in Bitcoin ETFs despite fresh outflows.
Abu Dhabi-linked sovereign investors held more than $1 billion in U.S. spot Bitcoin ETF exposure at the end of 2025, a milestone that comes as the broader market faces renewed outflows this week. The disclosure adds to a broader wave… origin »
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“We’ll see you in court”: CFTC fires back as states target prediction markets.
The US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has moved to defend its authority over prediction markets, filing a friend-of-the-court brief as state-level legal challenges against the sector intensify. origin »
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Stablecoin platform Bridge wins conditional approval for national trust bank charter.
Stablecoin platform Bridge has received a conditional banking charter from the United States Office of the Comptroller of the Currency. “Once fully approved, the charter will enable Bridge to operate stablecoin products and services under direct federal oversight,” Bridge said… origin »
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Here’s why XRP price risks 25% drop in the coming sessions.
XRP price has dropped nearly 25% over the past month. It risks extending its downtrend over the coming weeks as bearish technicals continue to cast a shadow upon any potential recovery. According to data from crypto.news, XRP (XRP) price has… origin »
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Digital Chamber launches working group eyeing federal preemption in prediction market dispute.
The Digital Chamber, a Washington-based blockchain advocacy group, has established a dedicated Prediction Markets Working Group that would lobby for federal oversight regarding prediction markets, which remain at the center of a jurisdictional tug-of-war across the United States. “The absence… origin »
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European banking giant Intesa reveals $100M Bitcoin ETF position.
Italian banking giant Intesa Sanpaolo has disclosed significant exposure to bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and crypto-linked assets in its latest U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Form 13F filing for the quarter ending December 31, 2025. Italy’s Intesa Sanpaolo joins… origin »
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PUMP price compresses below descending trendline — will new Cashback Coins fuel rebound?.
PUMP price is tightening below a descending trendline as a new cashback model reshapes trader incentives. Pump.fun’s native token PUMP was trading at $0.002162 at press time, down 3.2% in the past 24 hours. Over the last seven days, it… origin »
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Izabella Kaminska: UK’s decline mirrors Soviet collapse | The Peter McCormack Show.
The UK is experiencing socio-economic conditions reminiscent of a Soviet-style collapse. Sudden loss of trust in institutions can lead to chaotic environments, ripe for exploitation. Poland's integration of the former regime into the new structure helped stabilize its transition. origin »
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