Bear Market Bottom Alerts, Dalio’s CBDC Warning, and More – Week in Review
February 14, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
This week’s developments highlight a crypto market still navigating stress, scrutiny, and structural change.

Bitcoin Whales Are Exiting The Profit Territory — And It Could Get Worse
February 14, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
The price of Bitcoin has been under intense pressure so far in 2026, with the bear market wiping out the profits of several classes of investors.

Bitcoin, Ether ETFs Rebound With Modest Friday Inflows
February 14, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs) ended the week on firmer footing as bitcoin and ether both returned to inflows.

AAVE gains 12% as TVL adds $589M – Yet KEY metric signals caution!
February 14, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
AAVE’s capital inflows surge as ecosystem upgrade rekindles market interest.

Aaron Klein: The Fed’s payment system is stuck in the past | Macro Musings
February 14, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
The Fed's development of new payment systems has been significantly delayed. Payment system improvements by the Fed are often reactive rather than proactive.

X to launch ‘Smart Cashtags’ for in-timeline crypto and stock trading within ‘a couple weeks’
February 14, 2026 | theblock.co
Bier also promised forthcoming efforts to cut down on spam posts and apps on X, a stance which has sometimes drawn the ire of crypto traders.

Bitcoin Is Down Bad, But Hasn't Yet Hit Its 'Ultimate Bear Market Bottom': Analysts
February 14, 2026 | decrypt.co
Despite its 45% fall since its October peak, Bitcoin has not yet found its bear market bottom, according to a new report from CryptoQuant.

Crypto enters a “16-day danger zone” as senior crypto talent rotates into AI
February 14, 2026 | cryptoslate.com
Within a span of weeks in early 2026, a cluster of senior crypto operators announced they were stepping back or switching domains.

Altcoin market momentum recovers to ‘neutral’ – Is an altseason next?
February 14, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Will Bitcoin bears derail the expected altcoin market recovery?

Galaxy’s Steve Kurz sees ‘great convergence’ driving crypto’s long-term outlook
February 14, 2026 | coindesk.com
The firm's asset-management chief says the recent crypto selloff reflects healthy deleveraging, while infrastructure growth and institutional adoption support a bullish outlook.

Truth Social Pushes Into Crypto ETFs With BTC, ETH and CRO Exposure
February 14, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Truth Social Funds has filed a registration statement with the U.S.

Eliot Horowitz: Open source is the future of software stability | a16z Live
February 14, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Open source is crucial for the longevity and security of software systems. The future of popular databases is firmly rooted in open source.

Richard Clarida: Fed and Treasury collaboration is crucial for economic stability, the chair’s power lies in persuasion, and inflation management faces unique challenges | Odd Lots
February 14, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Collaboration between the Federal Reserve and the Treasury is crucial for effective economic policy. The Fed has a responsibility to ensure liquidity in the treasury market.

Truth Social files for Bitcoin ETF – Risky gamble or a game-changer?
February 14, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Can President Trump’s ETF move shake up Bitcoin amid ongoing market pressure?

Binance Records Sharp Drop In XRP Reserves — What This Means For Price
February 14, 2026 | newsbtc.com
The XRP price continues to struggle amid bear pressure within the market.

White House Crypto Adviser To Banks: Don’t Panic Over Stablecoin Returns
February 14, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
Patrick Witt, a senior White House crypto adviser, told reporters that banks should not see stablecoin yield programs as an existential threat.

Bitcoin refuses to lose $70,000 this weekend. Was my $49k bottom call wrong?
February 14, 2026 | cryptoslate.com
Bitcoin is holding its ground this weekend. After Friday’s soft CPI rally, price keeps leaning into the same overhead zone around $70,300, and bids keep showing up above $65,000.

Bitcoin Clings to $69K After Brutal 30% Plunge — Is Another Leg Down Brewing?
February 14, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
With bitcoin priced at $69,383 at press time, the digital asset carries a $1.38 trillion market capitalization, backed by $45.37 billion in 24-hour trading volume, while its…

SBI Holdings sets expansion goals in acquisition plan for Singapore-based Coinhako
February 14, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
SBI Holdings has announced the acquisition of Coinhako, a major cryptocurrency platform based in Singapore.

10 Bitcoin bust leads authorities to alleged ‘FreeCity’ darknet operator
February 14, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
A user on X has been inadvertently exposed as the mastermind behind a darknet operation named…

Ethereum supply is tightening – Is scarcity being underpriced?
February 14, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Supply migration into staking and whale custody is tightening Ethereum’s liquid availability.

Wells Fargo Handing $56,850,000 To Customers After Allegedly Sending Botched Reports To Credit Agencies
February 14, 2026 | dailyhodl.com
Wells Fargo has agreed to pay $56.85 million to settle a class action lawsuit accusing the bank of sending erroneous reports to credit agencies.

Couples recount strain from recent crypto losses
February 14, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
A San Francisco man has lost more than $200,000 to crypto scammers after pooling the entire funds in a crypto investment that turned out to be a scam.

AI Is Pouring Millions to Support Candidates Before the Midterms, but Not Everyone Shares the Same View
February 14, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
The AI industry is following in the footsteps of crypto, putting money behind candidates considered capable of advancing its regulatory objectives.

Ethereum (ETH) Price Prediction: ETH Tests $1,850 Support as Bearish Pressure Persists
February 14, 2026 | bravenewcoin.com
Ethereum (ETH) trades near a critical support zone as bearish pressure persists, with traders watching whether the price holds $1,850 or faces deeper downside.

Why Is The Crypto Market Up Today?
February 14, 2026 | beincrypto.com
The total crypto market cap (TOTAL) and Bitcoin (BTC) rose by $126 billion over the last 24 hours.

Traders walked into a “free Bitcoin” trap on Bithumb and it triggered a 17% flash drop
February 14, 2026 | cryptoslate.com
One input mistake at South Korea’s Bithumb turned a routine promo payout into a $44 billion disaster for a simple reason: crypto moves at internet speed, but many exchanges still…

Here’s what happened in crypto today
February 14, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Need to know what happened in crypto today?

Bitcoin SuperTrend Signal That Preceded Last 60% Correction Resurfaces
February 14, 2026 | newsbtc.com
Over the past week, the Bitcoin price kept on putting in consecutive lows, with barely any hopes in sight for a bullish reversal.

Binance Confirms 3 Arrested In France Executive’s Home Invasion — Details
February 14, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
According to local reports, the head of Binance France was the victim of a home invasion on Thursday, February 12.

ZCash rallies after 71% volume spike: Can ZEC reclaim $400?
February 14, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
The rebound from the 78.6% retracement level of the weekly swing move was an interesting development for traders and investors.

Figure Technology suffers data breach, exposing personal customer details
February 14, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
ShinyHunters hackers leaked user data after a social-engineering attack on a Figure employee and the company reportedly refused to pay a ransom.

Disney hits ByteDance with cease-and-desist order over Seedance 2.0 AI tool
February 14, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Bytedance, the parent company of video streaming platform TikTok, was hit with a cease-and-desist letter from Disney over its new Seedance 2.0 generative AI tool.

Why Use Crypto Wallets: Key Security Advantages
February 14, 2026 | cryptodaily.co.uk
Why use crypto wallets?

Inflation dips to 2.4% in January, but services inflation remains a stubborn problem
February 14, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Prices in the United States climbed more slowly than predicted in January, providing Americans with a brief respite after years of high prices, but a top Federal Reserve official…

Sui Developers Gain New Seedless Wallet Tool via Human.tech Integration
February 14, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Human.tech has integrated Wallet-as-a-Protocol (WaaP) onto the Sui blockchain, introducing a fully decentralized wallet execution layer that enables seedless, self-custodial…

Elon Musk’s X to Integrate Stock and Crypto Trading Directly Into Timeline
February 14, 2026 | beincrypto.com
X stated that strict measures will remain in place to prevent these new financial incentives from driving spam and harassment on the platform.

Silver Price Crashes 48% Following Parabolic Rally
February 14, 2026 | bravenewcoin.com
The current price movement of XAGUSD, SLV, and Silver Mines Limited indicates declining momentum and narrowing trading bands.

Southeast Asian gangs pivot to crypto to move illegal funds and conceal profits
February 14, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Southeast Asian gangs involved in human trafficking have now kicked up their money laundering activities, relying on cryptocurrencies to move illegal funds and conceal profits.

Bitcoin claws back to $70,000 on cooling inflation after $8.7 billion wipeout
February 14, 2026 | coindesk.com
Despite the price recovery, the Crypto Fear & Greed Index remains in “extreme fear,” indicating underlying market anxiety.

PIPPIN: Mapping memecoin’s road to $0.72 after 22% daily rally
February 14, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
PIPPIN extended its bullish run hiking 22% to a high of $0.65, clearing all 2026 losses.

Solana Company shares jump 14.5% on institutional borrowing venture with Kamino, Anchorage
February 14, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Solana Company shares have jumped 14.51% (+0.28) as the firm rolls out institutional borrowing against natively staked SOL in qualified custody.

BRICS unveils precious metals exchange plans in push for US alternative systems
February 14, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Members of the BRICS format are planning to establish a new exchange for precious metals, a high-ranking Russian diplomat revealed.

Ethereum Eyes 1,000-Year Horizon With Leadership Shake-Up
February 14, 2026 | beincrypto.com
Amid this strategic pivot, Ethereum (ETH) rebounded approximately 5.5% to reclaim the $2,000 level, pausing a significant multi-month downtrend.

‘We’ll get it done’: White House calls CLARITY Act a regulatory unlock
February 14, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Prediction site Kalshi priced only a 36% chance of bill's passage by June and less than 30% passage chance for March.

Rivian's stronger-than-expected 2025 earnings sparks 27% stock surge
February 14, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Rivian reported $144 million gross profit in 2025, reversing a $1.2 billion loss previously.

Bitcoin’s Next Hurdle Isn’t Inflation — It’s Investor Patience, Pompliano Says
February 14, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
Bitcoin traders are being pushed to rethink why they hold the coin as headline inflation cools and mood in markets sours.

‘Go Bitcoin Today,’ Michael Saylor Says— A Warning On Broken Money
February 14, 2026 | newsbtc.com
Michael Saylor’s latest message is blunt and direct: “Go Bitcoin today — the money won’t fix itself.” He’s pressing an idea he has pushed for years — that holding Bitcoin is a…

Bitcoin holders rethink portfolio strategy as inflation cools
February 14, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Bitcoin holders are rethinking their role as inflation cools.

LBank Launches 16th BoostHub Campaign Featuring Ethereum with 30 ETH in Rewards
February 14, 2026 | cryptodaily.co.uk
LBank Launches 16th BoostHub Campaign Featuring Ethereum with 30 ETH in…

Brazil to Propose 3.5% Tax on Stablecoin Purchases and Remittances
February 14, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
The measure, described last week, would be submitted by Brazil’s Revenue Service for public consultation and would impose a 3.5% tax on both stablecoin purchases and remittances,…

ARK turns bullish on Coinbase again with $15M purchase after selling spree
February 14, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Cathie Wood’s ARK Invest added nearly $15.2 million in Coinbase stock across three ETFs, reversing course days after offloading more than $39 million in shares.

US Credit Card Debt Shatters $1,280,000,000,000 As Goldman Sachs Warns Americans Facing ‘Affordability Problem’
February 14, 2026 | dailyhodl.com
US credit card debt is mounting as banking giant Goldman Sachs warns Americans are facing an affordability crisis.

Binance’s CZ slams $1B Iran sanction allegations as ‘paid FUD’
February 14, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Binance's BTC reserve wasn't affected by the update.

Elon Musk’s X to enable crypto and stock trading with Smart Cashtags
February 14, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Integrating trading features on X could revolutionize social media's role in finance, potentially increasing user engagement and platform value.

ZachXBT challenges Jake Paul’s business partner over rug pull claims
February 14, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Blockchain investigator ZachXBT has tackled a business associate of popular figure Jake Paul over his claims concerning their new crypto venture.

Bessent calls for Clarity Act approval to calm volatile crypto sector
February 14, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said passing the CLARITY crypto bill quickly could boost investor confidence.

Virginia lawmakers move forward with crypto ATM oversight bill
February 14, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Virginia is progressing the bill to regulate cryptocurrency ATM kiosks across the state.

Early Bitcoin bottom signals are starting to flash as BTC is still down $20k as stocks rip
February 14, 2026 | cryptoslate.com
Bitcoin bottom signals: ETF outflows, miner stress, and why a 2026 recession looks like the outlier Bitcoin could be approaching a cycle low as spot Bitcoin ETF flows keep…

Bitcoin price surges on CPI relief – Yet BTC’s $70K barrier remains!
February 14, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
As inflation cools and volatility rises, Bitcoin faces a test between a breakout and a short-squeeze.

Adrian Wall of Digital Sovereignty Alliance Advocates for Digital Asset Leadership at YPO EDGE 2026 in Sydney
February 14, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
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Bitcoin Funding Rate Falls To Critical Level — Short Squeeze Incoming?
February 14, 2026 | newsbtc.com
After a dour performance throughout the week, the price of Bitcoin experienced a fair amount of bullish impetus on Friday, February 13th.

Could a stablecoin rewards ban give Coinbase a competitive edge?
February 14, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Coinbase head Brian Armstrong said a ban on stablecoin rewards would “ironically” make the company more profitable.

The Privacy Prerequisite: Why Confidentiality is the Key to Institutional Crypto Adoption
February 14, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
In the transition from a speculative market to a global financial pillar, privacy has moved from a niche preference to a non-negotiable requirement for institutional scale.

PrimeXBT: What is TradFi and why crypto traders are paying attention now
February 14, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Crypto traders did not start paying attention to traditional finance because they suddenly love banks.

Anthropic’s anti-OpenAI Super Bowl campaign nets 11% user growth
February 14, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Anthropic’s user base increased by 11% after its viral Super Bowl ad, which bashed rival OpenAI and earned it bragging rights, according to BNP Paribas.

Worldcoin price prediction 2026– 2032: How high will WLD go?
February 14, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Key takeaways Worldcoin (WLD) is garnering significant attention from both investors and enthusiasts, which may indicate its future performance and current price, a trend that…

Industry lobby releases framework to guide stablecoin yield policy debate
February 14, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Crypto advocates pushed back against banks, defending limited stablecoin incentives to support liquidity and innovation.

Bank’s Anti-Fraud Agent Steals Customers’ Identities, Drains $2,000,000 From Victims’ Accounts
February 14, 2026 | dailyhodl.com
A US bank employee hired to protect people from fraud ended up stealing $2 million from customers, according to the U.S. Department of Justice.

Trump Media files for two new crypto ETFs tied to Bitcoin, Ether, Cronos
February 14, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
US spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded four straight weeks of net outflows, with about $360 million withdrawn in the latest week.

Pi Network Price Prediction 2026–2032: Will Pi Recover or Crash?
February 14, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Key Takeaways: Pi Network is a social crypto and developer ecosystem focused on mass accessibility and real-world use, founded by Stanford PhDs Dr. Nicolas Kokkalis and Dr.

Ethereum Open Interest Plunges: Cooling Off Or Cracks Forming?
February 14, 2026 | newsbtc.com
Ethereum climbed back above $2,000 after a softer-than-expected US CPI print, and the move has traders and analysts debating whether the worst is behind the coin or if this is a…

Analyzing why UNI’s upside will remain capped despite ETF, BUIDL updates
February 14, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
The price reaction after the BUIDL integration news was instant, but short-lived.

Fraud Exposed: 40,000 Investors Caught in Crypto Ponzi as Jury Finds Sales Leader Liable
February 14, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
A federal jury delivered a sweeping verdict in a crypto Ponzi scheme that ensnared roughly 40,000 investors, marking a decisive step in escalating enforcement efforts and…

Memecoin market showing 'classic capitulation signal': Santiment
February 14, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
The total memecoin market capitalization has dropped roughly 34% over the past month as the broader market sold off, but Santiment suggests the slump may not last long.

Justin Sun Highlights AI and Resilient Blockchain Infrastructure at Consensus Hong Kong 2026
February 14, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
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How ‘undervalued’ Bitcoin’s sell-offs could help set up a long-term rally
February 14, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Bitcoin's price is at a critical inflection point right now.

Figure Technology confirmed a data breach after an employee was tricked by hackers into giving access to company files
February 14, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Figure Technology confirmed a data breach after an employee was tricked by hackers into giving access to company files.

Bitcoin’s post-quantum plan BIP-360 gains traction, but will it reverse market sell-off?
February 14, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Risk of quantum computing continues to hover over everyone's minds.

Berachain (BERA) could fall by another 45% IF these conditions are met!
February 14, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
It hasn't been a great time for BERA traders.

New Binance Controversy: Investigators Alleging Iranian Sanctions Violations Fired
February 14, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
The world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, Binance, is facing renewed scrutiny following an exclusive report published by Fortune on Friday that raises fresh questions about…

Solana Reclaims $80 Amid Friday Market Bounce – Analysts Set Next Targets
February 14, 2026 | newsbtc.com
As the crypto market recovers, Solana (SOL) has bounced from a major level trendline and momentarily reclaimed a key horizontal level.

Binance Locks $1 Billion Into Bitcoin—15K BTC Now Secured as Long-Term Reserve Powerhouse
February 14, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Binance has completed a $1 billion shift of its SAFU reserves into bitcoin, consolidating 15,000 BTC in a decisive move that strengthens its long-term commitment to the world’s…

Bitcoin and Ethereum Investors Look Beyond Price as Fixed-Income Demand Grows
February 14, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Bitcoin and Ethereum have dominated portfolio conversations for years, but the emphasis has started to shift.

Shark Tank’s Kevin O’Leary wins $2.8M defamation suit against Ben ‘BitBoy’ Armstrong
February 14, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
The ruling underscores the legal risks of online defamation, highlighting the importance of accountability and the potential financial repercussions.

Bitcoin ETF Demand Remains Weak As Monthly Netflows Extend Red Streak
February 14, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
Data shows the Bitcoin spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have seen their monthly average netflows in the red zone for most of the last 90 days.

US Treasury Secretary Urges Congress To Pass Crypto Market Structure Bill This Spring
February 14, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
The US Secretary of the Treasury has called for the passage of the long-awaited crypto market structure bill this spring to provide reassurance to the industry amid recent market…

When Will Bitcoin Bounce Back? Top Analyst Breaks Down Prior Major Corrections
February 14, 2026 | newsbtc.com
As Bitcoin (BTC) trades roughly 50% below its all‑time high, investors are once again asking the familiar question: how long does recovery usually take?

Decred surges 11%: – Can DCR flip KEY price level and retest $27?
February 14, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Decred rose 11% to $25, as buyers stepped in with conviction and bought the dip.

Bitcoin holders are being tested as inflation eases: Pompliano
February 14, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Bitcoin will become “more valuable than ever” after deflation stops covering “up the impact" on the US dollar, according to Bitcoin entrepreneur Anthony Pompliano.

Arbitrum dips 40% in 2026: Can ETHZilla deal help ARB recover?
February 14, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
From stablecoins to RWA: Arbitrum's long-term strategy in focus.

Russia Reconsiders Stablecoin Ban Amid US and EU Pressure
February 14, 2026 | beincrypto.com
According to local reports, Russia’s central bank is re-examining its long-standing opposition to stablecoins.

Brazil Revives Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Plan Targeting Purchase Of Up To 1 Million BTC
February 14, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
Even as Bitcoin (BTC) struggles with weak price performance and heightened volatility over the past month, Brazil’s House of Representatives is signaling a markedly different…

Bitcoin NUPL Back In Hope/Fear Region: What Happens Next?
February 14, 2026 | newsbtc.com
On-chain data shows the Bitcoin Net Unrealized Profit/Loss (NUPL) has plunged recently. Here’s what this could mean for the cryptocurrency. Bitcoin NUPL Has Dropped To The 0.

Is on-chain throughput now defining RLUSD’s market maturity?
February 14, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
On-chain activity metrics reveal whether adoption is functional or speculative.

The Trump administration has withdrawn a list of “Chinese military companies,”
February 14, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
The Trump administration is under intense criticism after it briefly posted and withdrew an updated list of Chinese companies alleged to be in bed with the Chinese military.

Ripple Seeks Fed Payment Account Changes, Citing Implications for RLUSD and XRP Infrastructure
February 14, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Ripple pushes the Federal Reserve to modernize payment account rules to support stablecoin issuers, arguing targeted reforms could strengthen dollar dominance, reduce systemic…

The Cycle Without A Ceiling: Why Bitcoin’s Missing Peak Rewrites The Rules For The 2026 Bottom
February 14, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
Bitcoin continues to struggle below the $70,000 level, with repeated attempts to regain upward momentum meeting persistent selling pressure.

XRP Set To Dethrone Bitcoin Within 6 Years, Entrepreneur Says
February 14, 2026 | newsbtc.com
A US Army veteran and XRP community influencer has drawn attention with a bold prediction: he believes XRP could overtake Bitcoin as the top cryptocurrency within six years.

All about Aave Labs’ ‘token-centric’ plan to direct 100% revenue to DAO
February 14, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
The DAO slammed Aave Labs’ $50 million ask as…