Former White House Crypto Adviser Confident CLARITY Act Will Pass As Deadline Nears
February 17, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
A former White House crypto adviser has shared his thoughts on the delay of the long-awaited market structure bill and whether the banking and digital assets industry will…

XRP Price Action Tightens As Traders Watch For Breakout Or Breakdown
February 17, 2026 | newsbtc.com
XRP price extended losses and traded below $1.520. The price is now consolidating losses but faces hurdles near $1.5150 and $1.520.

Kraken sponsors Trump Accounts in Wyoming, citing crypto alignment
February 17, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
The Wyoming-based crypto exchange said it wanted to give back to the state it calls home, which it picked due to its "responsible” approach to crypto regulation.

Crypto.com nabs AI certification as it steams ahead with AI expansion
February 17, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Crypto.com is leaning into AI services as one of three main business lines for the company, joining a mad rush to adopt the tech.

6.33 mln TRUMP tokens set to unlock: Will this lead to a 12% drop?
February 17, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
TRUMP faces fresh selling pressure as 6.33 million coins are set to unlock.

Quantum Threat Behind Bitcoin’s Decline? Analyst Points To Google Search Data
February 17, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
The founder of Capriole Investments has pointed out how Google searches related to “Quantum Computing Bitcoin” peaked alongside the price top.

XRP Vs Gold Hits Historic Zone As Sentiment Capitulates: Analyst
February 17, 2026 | newsbtc.com
Crypto sentiment has slid to what CryptoinsightUk founder Will Taylor describes as “historical lows,” and the damage is starting to show up in higher-timeframe indicators that…

Crypto phishers are sending letters to Trezor, Ledger users again
February 17, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
It's not the first time scammers have used snail mail to target victims of hardware wallet company data breaches from years ago.

Ethereum Price Near Technical Flashpoint With Big Move Brewing
February 17, 2026 | newsbtc.com
Ethereum price found support near $1,928 and recovered some losses. ETH is now consolidating and faces key hurdles near $2,020.

Philippines' Digital Bank Maya Looks to US Market for Up to $1B IPO
February 17, 2026 | decrypt.co
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Bitcoin Drops to $68K Amid Four-Week Slide, but Bullish Divergence Hints at $71K Test
February 17, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
Bitcoin’s (BTC) latest attempt to stabilize has left traders divided.

Binance denies $1B Iran-linked claims: ‘No sanctions violations were found’
February 17, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Who is telling the truth: whistleblowers, auditors, or corporate executives?

Bitcoin Price Holds The Line, But Can Bulls Force A Break Higher?
February 17, 2026 | newsbtc.com
Bitcoin price corrected gains and tested the $67,500 support. BTC is now recovering and might aim for an upside break above $69,500.

Solana Range Compression Is Signaling A Major Move Ahead
February 17, 2026 | newsbtc.com
Solana is tightly compressed inside a defined range after sweeping liquidity on both sides.

Coinbase Retail Users Buying Bitcoin Dip — CEO Says ‘They Have Diamond Hands’
February 17, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Coinbase data shows retail investors are buying the bitcoin dip despite sharp market losses, as CEO Brian Armstrong reinforces long-term bullishness and expands products,…

The RWA War: Stablecoins, Speed, and Control
February 17, 2026 | beincrypto.com
Consensus Hong Kong 2026 was, by many accounts, an RWA conference that happened to be about crypto.

Logan Paul sells Pokémon card for $16.5M, years after fractional NFT row
February 17, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Paul once fractionalized ownership of the rare Pokémon card on Liquid Marketplace in 2022 before the website went offline, leading to a lawsuit as investors demanded returns.

Crypto Watchlist: The Key Catalysts To Track This Week
February 17, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
Crypto’s week is stacked: ETHDenver pulls builders into Denver, a major DAO votes on supply, and US macro hits just as liquidity comes back after the holiday.

Crypto’s red streak continues: Weak U.S. sentiment behind week 4 of outflows
February 17, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Is crypto quietly preparing for its next big move, or is this calm just the beginning of a deeper slowdown?

SVET Markets Weekly Update – February 9–15, 2026
February 17, 2026 | bravenewcoin.com
In his weekly column, investor and entrepreneur Svit Svitlo provides his overview and interpretation of the last week's significant macroeconomic events, and their impact on…

Ripple Predicts Institutional Adoption at Scale in 2026 as XRPL Momentum Builds
February 17, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Institutional adoption of the XRP Ledger is accelerating as a major global asset manager moves traditional funds onchain, signaling growing momentum for tokenized finance and…

Jeffrey Epstein Emails Show Plans to Meet Gary Gensler To Talk Crypto
February 17, 2026 | beincrypto.com
The Epstein files show he discussed meeting Gary Gensler to talk about digital currencies, offering fresh insight into the financier’s efforts to engage with early crypto…

Bundesbank pushes Euro CBDC as stablecoin market set to hit $500B by 2028
February 17, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
The Deutsche Bundesbank wants a digital euro and euro-based stablecoins to strengthen Europe’s financial system.

Brian Armstrong Praises ‘Diamond Hands’ as Coinbase Reports Strong Retail Activity
February 17, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
Retail investors appear to be holding their ground through the latest wave of crypto market volatility, according to new data shared by Brian Armstrong, chief executive of…

Analyst Reveals What XRP Price Will Move Toward In Bid For $4
February 17, 2026 | newsbtc.com
The XRP price is flashing strong signs of a potential breakout, as one analyst points to a growing liquidity imbalance that could send the cryptocurrency racing toward $4.

How privacy narrative sparked ZCash’s rally — And what it needs now
February 17, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
The ZEC shielded supply rose from 11.25% in November 2025 to 30.24% now, a remarkable shift toward privacy.

EU sets high stakes for EVs with 70% local component mandate
February 17, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
The European Union is laying down a bold new rule for the electric vehicle (EV) industry that could reshape its future competitiveness and trade dynamics.

Bitcoin Bounce Fades, Q1 Losses Deepen, and New Price Risk Back in Focus
February 17, 2026 | beincrypto.com
Bitcoin is trading around $68,700, down nearly 22% year to date and on pace for its weakest first quarter since 2018.

Strategy Declares It Can Survive $8K Bitcoin Crash — Fortress Balance Sheet Keeps Bull Case Alive
February 17, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Strategy says it can endure a bitcoin plunge to $8,000 without jeopardizing its debt obligations, underscoring the company’s aggressive accumulation strategy and fortress balance…

Rupert Lowe: The British state is seen as the enemy of the electorate, government spending is wasteful and mismanaged, and both major parties face existential crises | The Peter McCormack Show
February 17, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
The British state is perceived as increasingly disconnected from the electorate. Government spending during COVID has been criticized for wastefulness.

Dogecoin and Two Other Tokens Spark Meme Coin Season Hopes
February 17, 2026 | beincrypto.com
Dogecoin price may still hold the clues to whether meme coin season returns. Between February 6 and February 15, Dogecoin rallied about 47%.

Binance Refutes Claims Of Regulatory Missteps And Staff Dismissals
February 17, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
Binance and news reporters are locking horns over a set of serious claims that have put more heat on the exchange’s compliance record.

Uniswap: $2.29mln whale bet at multi-month lows – Is UNI’s $4.92 next?
February 17, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
A whale stepped in at support, but will UNI’s resistance wall crush recovery hopes?

Fred Thiel: AI’s energy hunger reshapes bitcoin mining dynamics | The Pomp Podcast
February 16, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
The demand for energy from the AI sector is immediate and high, reflecting the urgency in energy provisioning.

XRP Ledger Positioned At The Heart Of Japan’s Next Financial Transformation
February 16, 2026 | newsbtc.com
With a strong regulatory environment, proactive institutional participation, and a growing appetite for blockchain-powered financial solutions, Japan is positioning itself at the…

Per Åsberg Sommar: Historical data from the Riksbank is vital for macroeconomic theories, Sweden’s shift to a 2% inflation target, and the impact of larger economies on small open economies | Macro Musings
February 16, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Historical data from the Riksbank is crucial for testing macroeconomic theories.

Gold Forecast: Researchers See Prices Hovering Near $5,000 in Q1 2026
February 16, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Gold is expected to trade around current prices through the first quarter, according to Sucden Financial market strategists, even as prices pulled back modestly on Feb.

Steak 'n Shake sales jump after accepting bitcoin payments
February 16, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
 Steak ‘n Shake says its sales have climbed sharply since it started letting customers pay with Bitcoin nine months ago, marking one of the most aggressive cryptocurrency…

Coinbase diamond hands vs Binance panic sellers — the $60,000 stress test
February 16, 2026 | cryptoslate.com
Bitcoin's recent price crash towards $60,000 did more than just shave billions off market capitalizations or liquidate leveraged positions.

Solana lands PayPal, Cardano gets USDCx – But why are SOL and ADA flat?
February 16, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Traders want visible results before coming in with faith.

France earns crypto kidnapping capital title as 2026 starts with violent streak
February 16, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
France is famous for things like the Eiffel Tower and fashion, but now crypto kidnapping has also joined that list.

Rory Johnston: US policies are bullish for oil prices | Macro Voices
February 16, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Presidential actions have been ineffective in reducing oil prices. The global oil market is projected to face oversupply in late 2025.

Bytedance responds to Disney pressure, commits to tackle IP infringement
February 16, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
ByteDance, TikTok’s parent company, has come under legal fire for allegedly allowing users of its platform to create videos featuring copyrighted characters.

NVIDIA new chips to cut costs by 35x as coding tools grab half of AI related searches
February 16, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
NVIDIA just put out on its newest GB300 NVL72 systems. They can handle 50 times more work per megawatt of electricity compared to the older Hopper platform.

Trey Holterman: Operational efficiency can drastically improve patient outcomes, why accountability gaps hinder care transitions, and the role of technology in healthcare innovation | a16z Live
February 16, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Operational efficiency in healthcare can drastically improve patient outcomes. Shifting focus from clinical to operational improvements could be the key to healthcare advancement.

Bitcoin Approaches Its 4-Year SMA On This Key Market Metric – Here’s What To Know
February 16, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
With the price of Bitcoin stuck below the $70,000 mark, analysts are beginning to flag this current performance as an indication of a bear market.

Weeks After White House Appearance, Nicki Minaj Joins Trump Family’s Crypto Forum
February 16, 2026 | beincrypto.com
Nicki Minaj will take the stage at the Trump-linked World Liberty Forum later this week, marking her latest public alignment with the Trump family’s expanding crypto…

XRP Ledger has established an official digital presence within the xSPECTAR universe
February 16, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Ripple’s XRP Ledger has established an official digital presence within the xSPECTAR universe.

Nearly 25% of Draftkings Sportsbook Revenue Contested by Prediction Platforms
February 16, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Recent data indicates that nearly a quarter of Draftkings’ sportsbook revenue is now being challenged by the rapid rise of federally regulated prediction market platforms.

XRP holders hit new high, but THIS keeps pressure on price
February 16, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Ripple investors show deep commitment, yet XRP price lags.

Extreme Bitcoin Shorts Could Predict A Bottom, Here’s The Significance
February 16, 2026 | newsbtc.com
Bitcoin’s recent price decline has led to many traders betting on further downside, with on-chain data showing a notable increase in bearish positioning across major crypto…

Germany‘s central bank president touts stablecoin and CBDC benefits for EU
February 16, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Joachim Nagel said euro-pegged stablecoins would offer the bloc more independence from US dollar-pegged coins soon to be allowed under the GENIUS Act.

Here’s what happened in crypto today
February 16, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Need to know what happened in crypto today?

19,820 Ethereum leaves exchanges – Why THESE ETH traders are doubling down
February 16, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Whales and traders increasingly align around Ethereum, reinforcing layered strategic conviction.

ETH chart pattern projects rally to $2.5K if key conditions are met: Data
February 16, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Ether is down 20% in February, but a developing bullish setup below $2,000 and growing upside liquidation clusters hint at a quick rebound.

Brad Gerstner: Trust in institutions is eroding amid elite hypocrisy | All-In
February 16, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Public trust in institutions is eroded by perceived failures in accountability. The Epstein case highlights the lack of investigation into powerful individuals.

Japan’s SBI Holdings Eyes Regional Digital Asset Hub Through Coinhako Stake
February 16, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Japan’s financial heavyweight SBI Holdings Inc.

Solana price prediction: Will SOL reclaim its $200 highs in 2026?
February 16, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
The $120-$127 was a bearish order block, and hence another resistance zone.

XRP Sees Re-Accumulation Signals From Korean Trading Desks As Traders Quietly Build Positions
February 16, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
Despite its steady bearish performance over the past few months, the sentiment toward XRP in certain areas appears to have turned bullish once again.

Brent Johnson: Dedollarization is complex and unlikely, the Dollar Milkshake Theory reveals market impacts, and a currency crisis is mathematically inevitable | Bankless
February 16, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
The desire for dedollarization exists but is complex to achieve. The Dollar Milkshake Theory outlines how sovereign debt crises impact markets.

Hayden Davis is back to trading meme token
February 16, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Hayden Davis, known for launching the LIBRA token, is back to trading memes.

Paradigm reframes Bitcoin mining as grid asset, not energy drain
February 16, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
The cryptocurrency investment firm says Bitcoin mining is being unfairly lumped with AI data centers, arguing miners act as flexible grid demand, not constant energy drains.

Extreme fear returns as crypto majors slide despite Bitcoin holding above $67K
February 16, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Crypto market sentiment has fallen into extreme fear territory, driven by weekly losses across major altcoins, while Bitcoin continues to trade above key support levels.

Bank Issues Warning To 3,996 Customers After Detecting ‘Unauthorized Access’ To Highly Sensitive Information
February 16, 2026 | dailyhodl.com
A US bank is warning nearly 4,000 customers that their names, Social Security numbers and financial account information could be at risk after a data breach.

BTC, ETH are significantly down from their 2025 peaks, but analysts call it a short-term dip
February 16, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
As 2026 gets underway, digital currencies are still in a difficult period, but despite significant price declines over the past year, some analysts think brighter times are coming.

Dogecoin Price Can Still Reach $1, But It May Not Be Soon, Analyst Explains Why
February 16, 2026 | newsbtc.com
Crypto analyst XForce has assured that the Dogecoin price can still reach the psychological $1 level.

Crypto Trading Isn’t Coming to Elon Musk's X (Yet), Says Product Head
February 16, 2026 | decrypt.co
The company’s “Smart Cashtag” feature is aimed at crypto enthusiasts, but the platform won't facilitate trades directly.

Price predictions 2/16: SPX, DXY, BTC, ETH, BNB, XRP, SOL, DOGE, ADA, BCH
February 16, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
The relief rallies in Bitcoin and several major altcoins are stalling near their respective overhead resistance levels, signaling that the bears remain in control.

Logan Paul’s Pikachu Illustrator Sells for $16.5M, Sets Trading Card Record
February 16, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Goldin closed its Pokémon & TCG Auction with a $16.492 million sale of Logan Paul’s PSA 10 Pikachu Illustrator, setting a Guinness World Records-certified benchmark for the…

Cardano's founder Hoskinson wants Facebook and Tinder on blockchain to onboard billions of users
February 16, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Charles Hoskinson, a co-founder of Cardano, hopes to expand blockchain technology beyond the financial industry and into commonplace applications, potentially reaching billions…

Hong Kong regulator adds Victory Fintech to list of approved trading platforms
February 16, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
The addition is the first crypto company to be licensed by the Securities and Futures Commission since June 2025, when the regulator approved Hong Kong BGE.

Cardano (ADA) Back in ‘Survival Mode’ Despite Whale Accumulation and DeFi Expansion Plans
February 16, 2026 | newsbtc.com
This year has been a tough ride for Cardano (ADA) investors, as weakening retail participation collides with renewed development activity and aggressive accumulation by large…

Helium jumps 20%, but is this a real trend shift for HNT?
February 16, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
HNT confronts major channel resistance after a sharp rebound from multi-month lows.

3 Token Unlocks to Watch in the Third Week of February 2026
February 16, 2026 | beincrypto.com
The crypto market will welcome tokens worth more than $321 million in the third week of February 2025.

MicroStrategy Stock Price Flashes a 10% Warning as Bitcoin Link Tightens
February 16, 2026 | beincrypto.com
The MicroStrategy stock price closed around $133 on February 13, rising 8.85% in one day. The weekly gain reached nearly 5%, showing strength despite broader uncertainty.

Zerolend has announced plans to shutdown its operations
February 16, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Zerolend, a multichain decentralized lending protocol, has just announced it is shutting down its lending markets after years of building.

Crypto Treasuries May Begin Selling In 2026 As ETFs Increase Pressure: Report
February 16, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
As crypto prices slide sharply from last year’s highs, a new warning suggests that 2026 could bring additional pressure from an unexpected source: the companies that hold large…

Binance stablecoin reserves have been shrinking for the past three months
February 16, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Binance stablecoin reserves have been in decline for the past three months, sinking from $43.6B down to $36B.

Anish Acharya: Software’s limitations are often overlooked | 20VC
February 16, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
The belief that software can solve everything is misguided, indicating a need for more realistic expectations in tech.

Jupiter launches native staking as collateral, unlocking $30B in staked SOL for DeFi
February 16, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Jupiter launches native staking as collateral on Jupiter Lend, unlocking $30B in staked SOL for DeFi borrowing without liquid tokens.

Dogecoin Recovery: How Much Can The Leading Meme Coin Rise Again?
February 16, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
Dogecoin has spent the past few weeks grinding lower, testing the patience of bullish traders.

Crypto.com becomes first exchange to receive AI management certification
February 16, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Crypto.com has become the first digital asset platform to secure ISO/IEC 42001:2023 certification.

Several Crypto Media Remove Scam Study, Sources Allege External Pressure
February 16, 2026 | beincrypto.com
Crypto news stories are vanishing without a trace.

Bitcoin accumulation wave puts $80K back in play: Analyst
February 16, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Demand from Bitcoin accumulation addresses reached a new high, with analysts citing a futures market CME gap as a prediction point for their higher short-term price targets.

XRP Outlook Slashed: Standard Chartered Lowers Forecast From $8 To $2
February 16, 2026 | newsbtc.com
The British financial giant Standard Chartered sharply reduced its price outlook for XRP, the fourth-largest cryptocurrency.

Cem Karsan: Wartime economy reshapes global markets, political populism drives inflation trends, and authoritarianism threatens economic stability | Forward Guidance
February 16, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
The current global economy is heavily influenced by wartime conditions, impacting economic, military, and strategic asset dynamics.

If the SEC stays softer, Aave’s DAO could start capturing $100M+ annualized revenue
February 16, 2026 | cryptoslate.com
Aave Labs posted a governance proposal on Feb.

Bitcoin no longer acting like “digital gold” because its correlation with physical gold, USD collapsed
February 16, 2026 | cryptoslate.com
In 2025 and early 2026, Bitcoin's behavior has been less “digital gold” and more regime-dependent.

Lithium Bounces Back TO $20,000/T Breakout As Market Eyes Historically Crashing Market
February 16, 2026 | bravenewcoin.com
Prices of lithium are leveling off following one of the steepest slopes in the history of the commodity market.

Bitcoin on Pace for Longest Losing Streak Since 2018 Bear Market
February 16, 2026 | decrypt.co
The selling simply won't stop.

Bitcoin price prediction 2026-2032: Will BTC hit $150k soon?
February 16, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Can Bitcoin hit $150,000 in post-halving rally?

Crypto Fear & Greed Index hits record low despite ongoing institutional push into DeFi
February 16, 2026 | theblock.co
The prolonged slide into fear territory traces back in large part to the events of Oct.

Bitcoin Retreats Below $68,000 Amid ‘Extreme Fear’ and Analyst Downgrades
February 16, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Bitcoin fell sharply on Feb. 16, dropping below $68,000 after briefly testing $70,000 and remains stuck in a consolidation range between $65,000 and $72,000.

Adam Back warns of ‘lynch mob’ tactics – Is Bitcoin facing fork fight?
February 16, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
BIP-110 reflects growing frustration among node operators who believe the network is drifting from its original purpose.

Ethereum Whale Losses Mirror Past Bottoms: Accumulation Continues Despite Pressure
February 16, 2026 | newsbtc.com
Ethereum continues to struggle under persistent selling pressure, with price action reflecting a fragile market environment and cautious investor sentiment.

Metaplanet posts $621M loss after Bitcoin valuation swing
February 16, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Metaplanet reports a $621M net loss after a $668M Bitcoin valuation hit despite 738% revenue growth and strong operating profit.

Ismael Hishon-Rezaizadeh: Zero knowledge proofs are revolutionizing AI privacy | Epicenter
February 16, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Zero knowledge proofs enhance transparency while maintaining confidentiality in decision-making processes.

Amazon Handing $309,000,000 To Customers in Settlement Over Alleged Failure To Refund Returned Items
February 16, 2026 | dailyhodl.com
Retail giant Amazon is preparing to pay hundreds of millions of dollars to customers in a settlement over the company’s return and refund practices.

Zcash’s Original Builders Split from ECC, Echoing OpenAI and Anthropic Rift
February 16, 2026 | beincrypto.com
Zcash’s original creators have formally broken away from the Electric Coin Company (ECC) and launched a new independent development entity, marking the clearest structural…

David Kirtley: Nuclear fusion could revolutionize energy production, why fusion reactors are inherently safe, and the potential for an era of energy abundance | Lex Fridman Podcast
February 16, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Nuclear fusion combines light hydrogen atoms to release energy, similar to the sun's processes.