OKX snags European payments license for stablecoin and crypto card expansion
February 16, 2026 | coindesk.com
The Payments Institution license, gained in Malta, aligns the exchange with European Union regulatory requirements that take effect in March 2026.

Openclaw Goes Foundation Model as Creator Heads to OpenAI
February 16, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Peter Steinberger is joining OpenAI to help build the next wave of personal AI agents, while his breakout open-source project Openclaw shifts to an independent foundation model…

SBI CEO Calls Ripple Stake A ‘Hidden Asset,’ Hints It Could Be Much Bigger
February 16, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
SBI Holdings CEO Yoshitaka Kitao pushed back on a viral claim that the Japanese financial group holds $10 billion worth of XRP, arguing instead that SBI’s more consequential…

Animoca Brands secures Dubai crypto license to expand services in Middle East
February 16, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Dubai’s regulator approved the license on Feb.

Why experienced investors are quietly betting on altcoins in 2026
February 16, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Crypto looks boring right now.

Crypto market drowns in red as bitcoin falls to $68,000
February 16, 2026 | coindesk.com
Traders are bracing for a heavy week of macroeconomic events, including Fed minutes and the core PCE inflation report.

Zoomex Announces “February Rapid Sprint” Initiative to Enhance Transparency and Asset Management in Contract Trading
February 16, 2026 | beincrypto.com
As the cryptocurrency market enters a new phase of volatile expansion, one of the leading global digital asset trading platforms Zoomex officially announced the launch of its…

The Hybrid Cloud Frontier: Bridging the Gap Between Web2 Speed and Web3 Trust
February 16, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
A new partnership seeks to address the tension between Web2 cloud speed and Web3 transparency through a strategy of progressive decentralization.

Ethereum’s bearish positioning deepens: Is strategic whale rotation why?
February 16, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Binance inflows rattle Ethereum markets, but shrinking reserves point to strategic repositioning.

Bittensor (TAO) Outperforms the Crypto Market to Become Today’s Top Gainer: Here’s Why
February 16, 2026 | beincrypto.com
Bittensor’s TAO token climbed nearly 8% to become the top gainer after Upbit, South Korea’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, announced its listing.

Bitcoin down 22%, could it be the worst Q1 since 2018?
February 16, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
If Bitcoin posts a loss at the end of this month, it will also mark Bitcoin’s first time ending both January and February in the red.

What Is a Crypto Card?
February 16, 2026 | bravenewcoin.com
Today, more and more people earn, store, and transfer money in cryptocurrency — yet they still face a very simple everyday problem: it’s not always easy to spend these funds in…

Russians move $129B in crypto yearly ‘outside our attention’: Official
February 16, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Russia’s deputy finance minister says around 50 billion rubles worth of crypto changes hands daily, calling for crypto market regulation.

Kevin O’Leary wins $2.8M defamation suit against Ben Armstrong
February 16, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
A Miami federal judge has entered a default judgment against Ben Armstrong, who failed to respond to Kevin O’Leary’s complaint accusing him of defamation.

Bitcoin (BTC) Price Bounce Sparks 90% Profit Surge as Crash Risk to $58,000 Returns
February 16, 2026 | beincrypto.com
BTC’s recent recovery may be hiding a dangerous signal.

Mog Coin jumps 11% as whales reload – But, THESE 2 factors suggest cooling
February 16, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Whales stepped in hard...but can MOG clear resistance before momentum overheats again?

OpenAI Taps OpenClaw Founder to Lead Push Into Personal AI Agents
February 16, 2026 | decrypt.co
The founder said he is turning OpenClaw into a foundation, calling OpenAI the fastest way to bring open agents to everyone.

Why Is The Crypto Market Down Today?
February 16, 2026 | beincrypto.com
The total crypto market cap (TOTAL) and Bitcoin (BTC) continued their sideways momentum as the week began.

UK Prime Minister Seeks New Powers to Regulate AI Chatbots as Child Safety Concerns Mount
February 16, 2026 | decrypt.co
The move would bring AI chatbots under UK online safety laws, enabling rapid age limits and feature curbs to protect children.

Dogecoin (DOGE) Gives Back Gains, Support Level Under Spotlight
February 16, 2026 | newsbtc.com
Dogecoin corrected some gains and traded below $0.1080 against the US Dollar. DOGE is now holding the $0.10 support but might decline further.

Aave founder pitches $50T ‘abundance asset’ boom to drive DeFi
February 16, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Aave Labs CEO Stani Kulechov said onchain lending could help accelerate the development of solar, energy storage and robotics by putting money behind “future-proof” assets.

Polygon’s high-volume rally ends in a sweep – $0.135 remains target ONLY IF…
February 16, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Alongside the market-wide momentum, POL prices may fall further south this week.

Binance Denies Sanctions Breach Claims After $1 Billion Iran-Linked USDT Transactions Reported
February 16, 2026 | beincrypto.com
Binance is forcefully rejecting allegations that its internal investigators uncovered more than $1 billion in Iran-linked transactions and were subsequently dismissed.

Ray Dalio Says the World Order Has Broken Down: What Does It Mean for Crypto?
February 16, 2026 | beincrypto.com
Billionaire investor and Bridgewater Associates founder Ray Dalio says the global order established after World War II is breaking down.

SEC Division Moves to Clarify When Tokens Trigger Securities Status After Years of Ambiguity
February 16, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
The SEC is accelerating formal crypto rulemaking, advancing a structured framework to define when digital assets qualify as securities and reshape oversight with clearer…

Bitcoin Leverage Heats Up as Traders Bet on Price Rebound
February 16, 2026 | decrypt.co
Bitcoin's futures basis has widened amid retail dip buying surges, but one expert warns the setup may end in an "over-leveraged shakeout."

The IMF says stablecoins are becoming more closely tied to the US dollar system rather than replacing traditional banks
February 16, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
The IMF says stablecoins are becoming more closely tied to the US dollar system rather than replacing traditional banks.

XRP Price Trims Gains After Explosive Rally, Momentum Cools
February 16, 2026 | newsbtc.com
XRP price failed to surpass $1.680 and started another decline. The price is now correcting gains and might struggle to stay above $1.450.

Strategy to equitize convertible debt over 3-6 years: Saylor
February 16, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
The world’s largest digital asset treasury plans to convert $6 billion in bond debt to equity, claiming that it could survive an 88% Bitcoin crash.

Russia records $647M in daily crypto transactions, says deputy finance minister
February 16, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Russia's growing crypto market, driven by sanctions, may reshape financial oversight and influence global regulatory trends.

MORPHO rises 16% as leverage builds: Breakout toward $1.80 next?
February 16, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Morpho presses into supply as momentum strengthens and leveraged positioning continues expanding together.

Standard Chartered Cuts BTC, ETH, XRP, SOL Forecasts
February 16, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Standard Chartered slashed its cryptocurrency price targets, warning bitcoin could slide toward $50,000 and ethereum near $1,400 in the coming months before a projected rebound,…

OpenClaw creator Peter Steinberger joins OpenAI to advance personal AI agents
February 16, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Steinberger's expertise could accelerate OpenAI's development of advanced personal assistants, potentially reshaping user interaction paradigms.

Ethereum Price Reverses Under $2,000, Bulls On The Back Foot
February 16, 2026 | newsbtc.com
Ethereum price started a fresh decline and traded below $2,000. ETH is now consolidating and remains at risk of another decline below $1,940.

Vitalik Buterin wants to build ‘the next generation of finance’ – Here’s how
February 16, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
The proposal is to change how people hedge risk using crypto.

Hollywood’s AI Crackdown Opens Door for Copyright Detection Startups
February 16, 2026 | decrypt.co
Studios are escalating pressure on AI developers, as new tools aim to document whether generative models are trained on copyrighted material.

Bitcoin Price Faces Another Rejection As Upside Momentum Fades
February 16, 2026 | newsbtc.com
Bitcoin price failed to stay above $70,000 and started another decline. BTC is now trading below $68,800 and might extend losses in the near term.

Grayscale seeks to convert Aave trust into ETF on NYSE Arca
February 16, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Grayscale joins Bitwise in filing to launch a standalone Aave product in the US, betting that Wall Street has retained its appetite for altcoins.

Will Strategy Sell Bitcoin? CEO Outlines Scenario When Talks Turn Real Amid $17B Loss
February 16, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Strategy’s CEO reveals when selling bitcoin could become a real consideration, confronting a $17 billion paper loss, outlining how the company would respond to a severe and…

Cardano Whales are Trying to Rescue ADA Price
February 16, 2026 | beincrypto.com
Cardano has shown early signs of stabilization after weeks of pressure. The ADA price is attempting a bounce from recent lows.

TradFi giant Apollo enters crypto lending arena via Morpho deal
February 16, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
The $940 billion asset manager will collaborate on DeFi lending infrastructure and could acquire up to 90 million MORPHO tokens.

Global tech giants eye India as AI impact summit kicks off in New Delhi
February 16, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
New Delhi has become the focal point of the global artificial intelligence (AI) world as the India AI Impact Summit 2026 officially kicked off today at Bharat Mandapam, bringing…

Bitcoin OG moves $543 mln in ETH – Is a major Ethereum sell-off about to begin?
February 16, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
One veteran investor holds Ethereum’s fate in their hands - will they sell, hedge, or shock the market?

Solution worse than problem? Adam Back opposes BIP-110 Ordinals fix
February 16, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Blockstream’s Adam Back said BIP-110 could be used to freeze user funds, but the proposal’s creator argues that safeguards are in place to prevent that.

XRP Declared Ripple’s ‘North Star’ in Trillion-Dollar Vision, Now the Heartbeat of Every Product and Institutional Push
February 16, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Ripple is positioning XRP as the core engine of its global financial infrastructure ambitions, with CEO Brad Garlinghouse signaling a path toward trillion-dollar status driven by…

UK cracks down on AI chatbots to protect children online
February 16, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
The UK will make AI chatbots follow the same laws as social media to protect children.

MYX Finance Lost 70% In a Week: What Triggered the Sharp Sell-Off?
February 16, 2026 | beincrypto.com
MYX Finance has posted one of the steepest weekly drawdowns in the digital asset market. The token plunged 72% over the past seven days, underperforming most comparable altcoins.

ZCash short-term momentum solidifies: Here’s what you can expect this week
February 16, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
The ZCash bulls have overcome the $300 local resistance with ease, but can they defend it and push prices higher?

Coinbase stock rallies 16% as retail users stack Bitcoin and Ethereum
February 16, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Coinbase stock rose 16% as retail investors bought more Bitcoin and Ethereum.

Michael Anderson: Coinbase’s actions freeze market momentum, Elizabeth Warren’s amendments undermine legislation, and the impact of credit card interest rate caps | Bell Curve
February 16, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Coinbase's recent actions led to a significant freeze in market momentum. Despite initial panic, the market is expected to recover.

Saylor Drops ’99>98′ as Strategy Signals Another Aggressive Bitcoin Purchase
February 16, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Strategy signaled another potential bitcoin purchase after Michael Saylor posted a cryptic “99>98” message, fueling speculation the company is expanding its massive BTC treasury…

Steve Ballmer: Microsoft’s DOS deal was the greatest business move ever | Acquired
February 16, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Microsoft's transition from a consumer-focused company to an enterprise giant resulted in losing some consumer market strength.

Hong Kong unveils new crypto growth push with new regulatory initiatives
February 16, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Hong Kong is supporting digital assets with new rules and stablecoin licenses.

Dogecoin rallies 18% after Smart Cashtags reveal: Can DOGE hold above $0.11?
February 16, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Doge rallied sharply after X confirmed Smart Cashtags integration.

Ariel Cohen: Going public offers significant advantages for payments companies, the challenges of timing an IPO, and the importance of company culture in fintech | 20VC
February 15, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Going public can provide significant advantages for companies in the payments industry. Timing the market for an IPO is challenging and may not be the best strategy.

CZ warns lack of onchain privacy is blocking crypto payments adoption
February 15, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
CZ says the lack of on-chain privacy is preventing businesses from using crypto for everyday payments.

Beyond the Dollar: How Local Stablecoins and Tokenization are Reimagining Global Liquidity
February 15, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Stablecoins are emerging as the first true “killer app” of blockchain, shifting from speculative assets to critical financial infrastructure.

Vincent Deluard: Inflationary pressures mirror the late 90s, the gig economy’s tax impact is significant, and stocks may thrive amid fiscal stimulus | Forward Guidance
February 15, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Inflationary pressures may resemble those of the late 1990s and early 2000s. The US economy is experiencing rapid growth, potentially leading to significant fiscal stimulus.

Bitcoin: Short liquidations hit $736 mln as BTC rebounds to $70K: Squeeze brewing?
February 15, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Bitcoin rebounded toward $70K as short liquidations surged, signaling early signs of sentiment stabilization.

Thomas Thiery: Fossil enhances transaction inclusion in Ethereum, MEV threatens decentralization, and upcoming changes will reshape block construction | Epicenter
February 15, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Fossil improves transaction inclusion guarantees by allowing validators to enforce transaction inclusion in Ethereum blocks.

Dan Houser: “Goodfellas” revolutionized cinema and storytelling | Lex Fridman Podcast
February 15, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
The evolution of film editing has seen a shift towards faster pacing to meet modern audience expectations.

‘Not Your Keys, Not Your Bots’: Balaji Srinivasan Maps a Leashed AI Future
February 15, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Tech investor and former Coinbase CTO Balaji Srinivasan is floating a stark proposition: in a world racing toward advanced artificial intelligence (AI), private keys — not just…

What Really Happened Between Binance and FTX? CZ Finally Tells His Side
February 15, 2026 | beincrypto.com
The relationship between Binance and FTX has long been one of the most debated rivalries in crypto.

SPX6900: Is $0.56 within reach for SPX? Assessing key levels
February 15, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Risk appetite recovered while buy pressure to price turned positive.

Fraud Ring Allegedly Drains $55,000,000 From Seniors in Nationwide ‘Gold Bar Scam’ – Why Authorities Are Raiding Jewelry Stores in Texas
February 15, 2026 | dailyhodl.com
Authorities in Texas say they’ve uncovered a nationwide scam that’s drained $55 million from hundreds of elderly victims.

XRP Rally Fails As Holders Book Premature Profits
February 15, 2026 | beincrypto.com
XRP price surged sharply, nearly posting an 18.7% intraday gain before surrendering half of that advance.

Scott Melker: Bitcoin’s swift reversal could shock investors | The Wolf Of All Streets
February 15, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
The relationship between USDT and Bitcoin prices can create misleading market perceptions. Bitcoin might experience a swift reversal that could surprise investors.

CZ says lack of onchain privacy is holding back crypto payments
February 15, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Transparency, which is a hallmark feature of most cryptocurrencies, is likely one of the biggest hurdles to mass adoption, the Binance founder said.

Futures and Options Data Show Bitcoin Traders Still Eye $80K and Beyond
February 15, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Bitcoin traded at $68,729 at 4:30 p.m. EST on Sunday, Feb. 15, 2026, and the derivatives market is anything but sleepy.

Ethereum 7% Dip Tests Retail “Diamond Hands,” But Coinbase CEO Sees Silver Lining
February 15, 2026 | beincrypto.com
Ethereum (ETH) has fallen 6.6% in the last 24 hours, trading around $1,947, as broader crypto markets continue to navigate volatility and macroeconomic headwinds.

Andrew Gold: Content creators struggle with authenticity vs. audience demands, the algorithm’s role in shaping discourse, and the challenges of ideological extremism | The Peter McCormack Show
February 15, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Content creators face a constant struggle between maintaining authenticity and catering to audience preferences.

Rubio's words fail to ease EU skepticism over transatlantic ties
February 15, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Europe clapped for the words. Europe did not clap for the policies.

PI beats BTC and ETH, yet resistance rejection raises red flags
February 15, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
The high-volume surge into a key supply zone and subsequent rejection in recent hours was cause for worry for the bulls.

Wall Street giant Apollo deepens crypto push with Morpho token deal
February 15, 2026 | coindesk.com
The asset manager overseeing more than $900 billion assets may buy up to 90 million MORPHO tokens as part of a partnership to support DeFi credit market, it said.

Chris Giancarlo: Legislative clarity is vital for crypto’s future | The Pomp Podcast
February 15, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
The political process has positively impacted Bitcoin by replacing ineffective regulators and halting detrimental policies.

Platinum and Palladium are Signaling a New Supercycle as Sibanye Stillwater Aims at $40
February 15, 2026 | bravenewcoin.com
The stock was seen to be trading around $17.23 following a sharp turn. This was after a significant low below $5.73.

Monero price prediction 2026-2032: Should you buy XMR now?
February 15, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Key takeaways: Monero (XMR) stands out in the crypto space for its strong focus on privacy and decentralization of transactions, particularly within the monero network, making it…

Clarity Act Could Provide ‘Great Comfort’ to Markets, US Treasury Secretary Bessent Says
February 15, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent urged Congress to pass the Clarity Act this spring, arguing the legislation would calm crypto markets rattled by sharp bitcoin price swings.

Laurence Bristow: The Australian dollar’s significant misalignment with fundamentals, RBA’s flexible inflation targeting between 2% to 3%, and the shift to a demand-driven reserve system | Macro Musings
February 15, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
The Australian dollar is currently trading away from its fundamental value, indicating potential misalignment with economic indicators.

Arbitrum price prediction 2026 – 2032: Will ARB reach $1?
February 15, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Key takeaways: Layer 2s have generated considerable buzz over the last few months due to their high network activity.

Strategy Can Fully Cover $6 Billion In Debt if Bitcoin Drops 90%, But What Happens Below That Line?
February 15, 2026 | beincrypto.com
Strategy (MicroStrategy) today asserted it can fully cover its $6 billion debt even if Bitcoin falls 88% to $8,000.

David Rosenberg: Fed rate cuts coming sooner than expected | Macro Voices
February 15, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Political influence on the Fed could lead to significant policy errors. The Fed may cut rates more aggressively than currently anticipated.

OpenClaw Creator Gets Big Offers to Acquire AI Sensation—Will It Stay Open Source?
February 15, 2026 | decrypt.co
Peter Steinberger's open-source AI agent OpenClaw hit 180,000 GitHub stars and spawned MoltBook chaos.

XRP breaks its bearish trend after 50% crash – What’s next?
February 15, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
XRP bulls target a potential toward the $1.80 level.

Oracle-Anchored FX Liquidity in Practice
February 15, 2026 | bravenewcoin.com
Much of the work undertaken at Stabull throughout 2025 was intentionally quiet.

Trump’s World Liberty Financial Faces New Probe Over $500 Million Investment From UAE
February 15, 2026 | beincrypto.com
US lawmakers set a March 5 deadline for Bessent to explain how Treasury will address the WLFI-UAE situation and possible conflicts of interest.

Tomer London: Payroll is a major pain point for small businesses, selecting the right initial customers drives growth, and building trust is essential for mission-critical software | a16z Live
February 15, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Payroll is a major pain point for small businesses, often leading to frustration among owners.

Wall Street is desperate to copy crypto’s prediction markets as Cboe files for “Yes/No” options
February 15, 2026 | cryptoslate.com
Cboe wants to bring back all-or-nothing options, a contract that pays a fixed amount if a condition is met and pays zero if it isn't.

Kevin O’Leary wins $2.8 million defamation judgment against crypto influencer Ben ‘BitBoy’ Armstrong
February 15, 2026 | theblock.co
The ruling stems from posts Armstrong made in March 2025 falsely accusing O'Leary of murder in connection with a 2019 boating accident.

Los Angeles Charity Director Accused of Stealing $10,000,000, Spending Funds for Homeless on Lavish Lifestyle
February 15, 2026 | dailyhodl.com
The director of a Los Angeles-based charity is accused of stealing at least $10 million from a trove of cash that was meant to help the homeless. The U.S.

Charlie McElligott: Bitcoin’s hedge status is under fire amid market shifts | Odd Lots
February 15, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Market dynamics are influenced by numerous macro factors and consensus positions. Low volatility is crucial for the development of smooth market trends.

Dogecoin price prediction 2026-2032: DOGE to the moon?
February 15, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Here are top Dogecoin predictions and price trends from the Cryptopolitan team.

‘There Are No Rules’: Billionaire Ray Dalio on the Collapse of the Old World Order
February 15, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Billionaire investor Ray Dalio declared that “the world order as it has stood for decades no longer exists,” warning that the post-1945 framework has given way to a new era…

Blockchain Lending Platform Figure Hit By Data Breach – Details
February 15, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
Figure Technology confirmed that some customer files were stolen after an employee was tricked, according to reports.

Crypto market’s weekly winners and losers – PIPPIN, ZEC, MYX, APT
February 15, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
This was the week of the smaller cap tokens!

Hong Kong is trying to build up its crypto regulations: State of Crypto
February 15, 2026 | coindesk.com
Several leaders in Hong Kong announced efforts to advance the region's regulatory environment.

Michael Saylor signals another Bitcoin buy amid market rout
February 15, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
The purchase will mark week 12 of consecutive buys by Strategy, which continues accumulating BTC despite a sharp decline in the company's stock price.

Cardano Sets February Target for USDCx Stablecoin Launch to Boost Liquidity
February 15, 2026 | beincrypto.com
ADA has fallen more than 25% over the past month to a two-year low before a modest rebound, reflecting ongoing market skepticism.

Where Players Gamble with Confidence: Best Licensed Web3 Casinos in 2026
February 15, 2026 | cryptodaily.co.uk
Discover how the best licensed Web3 casinos in 2026 balance total player privacy with global compliance.

Brian Armstrong: Major banks embrace crypto, but US regulation lags | All-In
February 15, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Major global banks are integrating crypto infrastructure through Coinbase. BlackRock is moving towards tokenizing its entire portfolio of funds.