Retail’s Last Stand: The Crypto -$209B Liquidity Trap That Smart Money Refuses to Touch
February 19, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
The crypto market continues to face sustained selling pressure, with sentiment increasingly shaped by caution and, in some segments, outright panic.

From sell-offs to staking rewards – Inside Grayscale’s strategic SUI move!
February 19, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Can Wall Street’s GSUI ETF spark a revival in SUI’s DeFi ecosystem?

Bitcoin can bounce higher — but the market still lacks fuel for a real run
February 19, 2026 | coindesk.com
Recent trading shows bitcoin staging short-lived rallies that quickly fade amid a stronger dollar, hawkish Fed signals and persistent selling pressure.

NY Attorney General Warns of ‘Pig Butchering’ Scams as Crypto Fraud Losses Surge
February 19, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
New Yorkers face escalating “pig butchering” investment scams draining life savings through fake crypto platforms, prompting Attorney General Letitia James to issue a stark…

XRP Price Downtrend Deepens With Limited Signs Of Relief
February 19, 2026 | newsbtc.com
XRP price extended losses and traded below $1.4320. The price is now consolidating losses but faces hurdles near $1.4750 and $1.50.

Bitcoin shakes off U.S. session losses as Trump says U.S. trade deficit cut by 78%
February 19, 2026 | coindesk.com
Investors are focused less on the accuracy of Trump’s trade figures and more on how renewed tariff talk could mean higher-for-longer interest rates.

Altcoin Selling Pressure Hits Five-Year High as Confidence Wanes
February 19, 2026 | decrypt.co
Selling pressure across altcoins has continued to build, with net outflows now matching levels last seen in…

Ethereum’s Leverage Reset Clears The Path For A Healthy Rebound – Analyst
February 19, 2026 | newsbtc.com
Ethereum is attempting to push back above the $2,000 level as the broader crypto market navigates persistent uncertainty and ongoing selling pressure.

Bitcoin Whales Return To Binance As Market Holds Its Breath
February 19, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
Reports say large Bitcoin holders have stepped up activity on Binance, and traders are watching closely. Volume from the biggest transfers has risen in a short time.

Is the WLFI bottom in? 25mln whale withdrawals suggest…
February 19, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Whale conviction intensifies as leverage builds aggressively near critical WLFI demand zone support.

Societe Generale-FORGE Launches EUR Coinvertible on XRP Ledger With Ripple Support
February 19, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Societe Generale-FORGE has expanded its euro-backed stablecoin EUR Coinvertible to the XRP Ledger, accelerating institutional blockchain adoption in Europe and deepening Ripple…

Fed Economists Praise Prediction Markets as States Step Up Enforcement
February 19, 2026 | decrypt.co
Research is casting prediction markets as policy-relevant forecasting tools just as state regulators escalate efforts to curtail their use.

WLFI surges 10% after Apex stablecoin deal, outperforming BTC and ETH
February 19, 2026 | coindesk.com
The Trump-affiliated token rose on news that a $3.5 trillion asset servicer will pilot USD1, while BTC and ETH continue to trade near multi-week lows.

Ethereum Price Stalls Under Resistance With Breakout Hopes Delayed
February 19, 2026 | newsbtc.com
Ethereum price found support near $1,922 and recovered some losses. ETH is now consolidating and faces key hurdles near $2,000.

Ethereum locks 50% of supply, yet ETH dips below $2K – How?
February 19, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
The gap between belief and price may be wider than ever.

Bitcoin To Top $500,000 By 2029? Entrepreneur Makes Bold Call
February 19, 2026 | newsbtc.com
Bitcoin sits on edge again, trading below the critical $68,000 level after a volatile stretch that erased around 28% from its price in about a month.

LONGITUDE recap: Bitcoin’s 2-step quantum plan, US crypto policy
February 19, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Tron founder Justin Sun told the Hong Kong conference that crypto needs to prepare for AGI, while a Bitcoin analyst says quantum's threat needs to be priced in.

Hyperliquid launches DeFi lobby amid ‘critical time’ for US policy
February 19, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
The Hyperliquid Policy Center says it will advocate on Capitol Hill for policies, particularly those related to perpetual derivatives and blockchain infrastructure.

Bitcoin Price Slips In Choppy Trade As Bears Tighten Grip
February 19, 2026 | newsbtc.com
Bitcoin price corrected gains and tested the $66,000 support. BTC is now consolidating losses and might decline further below the $65,500 zone.

Peter Thiel Dumps Ethereum Treasury Play ETHZilla, Exits Entire Stake
February 19, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
Peter Thiel and entities tied to Founders Fund have fully exited ETHZilla, the publicly traded Ethereum treasury play that once marketed itself as a proxy bet on corporate ETH…

Ripple Highlights XRP Donation as GOSH Adopts Crypto for Expansion
February 19, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Ripple is accelerating crypto-powered philanthropy, channeling XRP donations to Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity as digital assets surpass $1 billion in annual giving and…

SPX6900 [SPX] rallies 15% from $0.30 defense – Breakout or bull trap?
February 19, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
SPX6900 surged 14%, breaking above $0.36 amid sustained positive pressure on price.

Bitcoin’s consolidation nears ‘turning point’ as $70K comes in focus: Analyst
February 19, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Bitcoin’s sideways price action begins to narrow as a key trading metric hints that a decisive breakout is pending.

World Liberty Financial plans to tokenize Trump Hotel in Maldives
February 19, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Tokenizing luxury real estate could revolutionize investment access, offering new opportunities in decentralized finance and asset liquidity.

Why is World Liberty Financial's WLFI up by 20% today?
February 19, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
WLFI is up 20% today because World Liberty Financial has said it plans to tokenize loan revenue tied to the Trump International Hotel & Resort now being built in the Maldives.

Riot rallies 6% after shareholder demands rapid AI and HPC expansion
February 19, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Riot’s stock rose 6% after Starboard Value urged it to speed up AI and HPC deals.

Arizona Senate votes ‘Do Pass’ on XRP reserve – Here’s why this matters
February 19, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Continued fundamental growth and rising state recognition may finally turn the long-debated $589 XRP target from speculation into potential reality.

Coinbase’s Base tech u-turn puts pressure on Optimism
February 19, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Coinbase is building its own software stack to run Base without depending on Optimism’s releases.

Raj Parekh: Open source payment systems will transform finance, stablecoin integration faces critical infrastructure gaps, and startups have unique opportunities in B2B payments | On The Brink with Castle Island
February 19, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Open source payment systems could revolutionize finance by integrating stablecoins and blockchain technology.

Ethereum Decision Point: It’s Time To Start Panicking If Price Breaks Below $1,800
February 19, 2026 | newsbtc.com
Ethereum (ETH) is back on the knife’s edge, and market analyst Crypto Patel has suggested that there may be no room left for optimism if the next key level gives way.

Prediction Markets Trigger Federal-State Clash as CFTC Defends Authority
February 19, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
The CFTC is escalating its defense of exclusive authority over U.S.

Bitcoin Caught Between Hawkish Fed and Dovish Warsh
February 19, 2026 | beincrypto.com
The Federal Reserve’s January meeting minutes revealed a surprisingly hawkish committee. Several officials openly discussed rate hikes.

OpenAI pits AI agents against each other to red team smart contracts
February 19, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
OpenAI said it is becoming increasingly important to evaluate the performance of AI agents in “economically meaningful environments” as their adoption grows.

Major Bank Handing $155,800,000 To Customers In Long-Awaited Overdraft Fee Settlement
February 19, 2026 | dailyhodl.com
A major US bank has agreed to pay hundreds of millions of dollars to settle allegations that customers were charged illegal overdraft fees for years.

$91M Ethereum Buy: Bitmine Immersion Bets Big On ETH Even As Market Volatility Persists
February 19, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
With shifting narratives and waning ETF flows, the Ethereum price remains under heightened bearish pressure, keeping it just slightly below the $2,000 level.

Can TRUMP break KEY resistance after $31.45M token transfer to BitGo?
February 19, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Spot netflows show mild exchange outflows, while rising open interest signals leverage and potential volatility.

Fed Minutes Reveal Hawkish Surprise, Bitcoin Drops to $66K
February 19, 2026 | beincrypto.com
The Federal Reserve’s January meeting minutes, released Wednesday, revealed a surprisingly hawkish shift among policymakers, with several officials openly discussing the…

ETH Denver 2026 Opens With Builder Energy Despite Crypto Slump
February 19, 2026 | decrypt.co
ETH Denver founder John Paller says serious interest has replaced hype-driven crowds.

Where Is Bitcoin Headed? Arthur Hayes Predicts $60K Breakdown or $126K Surge
February 19, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Bitcoin hovers near a pivotal $60,000 level as Arthur Hayes outlines two stark paths: a completed correction before renewed upside, or a deeper slide if equities unravel and…

KITE surges 12% as liquidity spikes – Yet ONE hurdle remains!
February 19, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
KITE leads market gains as liquidity surges reshape positioning.

South Korea’s Hanwha makes a $13 million bet on ‘seedless’ crypto wallets
February 19, 2026 | coindesk.com
The South Korean financial firm backs the U.S.-based blockchain company to accelerate enterprise wallet technology and real-world asset tokenization.

Andrew Bosworth: The future of consumer tech will prioritize intent-based interactions, augmented reality glasses will revolutionize content consumption, and AI is solving real-world problems | a16z Live
February 19, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
The next wave of consumer tech will move towards intent-based interactions rather than relying on taps and swipes.

Bitcoin Structure Weakens Below $72,000 Despite Tight Range
February 19, 2026 | newsbtc.com
Bitcoin continues to trade within a tight range, but beneath the surface, structural weakness is becoming increasingly evident.

TRON price eyes $0.32 – Can institutional buying of 177K TRX save bulls?
February 19, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Accumulation is back on the table but does TRX have the strength to follow through?

Andy DeVries: Data centers drive utility growth to 8% | Odd Lots
February 18, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Data centers are driving significant growth in the utilities sector, with some companies experiencing growth rates as high as 8%.

Did Hong Kong-based fund Laurore LTD cause the October 10 crash?
February 18, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
The entire crypto community spent months wondering why Bitcoin crashed in October last year.

Goldman Sachs Chief David Solomon Calls Himself ‘Observer’ as He Reveals Small BTC Investment
February 18, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
David Solomon says he owns “very little” bitcoin, a candid admission that places the Goldman Sachs chief personally inside the asset class he once treated with caution.

Dogecoin Divergence Formation At This Level Could Trigger Major Move
February 18, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
The price of Dogecoin (DOGE) is steadily approaching a critical level that could shape its next significant move.

Solana futures data shows panicked bulls: Will $80 SOL hold?
February 18, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
A drop in Solana’s dApp revenues, along with limited institutional and retail investor interest, adds vulnerability to SOL’s $78 support.

Arthur Hayes, Tom Lee buy Ethereum’s dip as retail panic: What’s going on?
February 18, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
With most buyers underwater, Ethereum’s market feels heavy, quiet, and dangerously fragile.

Governance Tensions Rise at BNB Treasury Firm as Major Holders Clash Over SEC Disclosures
February 18, 2026 | beincrypto.com
Binance-affiliated investment firm YZi Labs (formerly Binance Labs) publicly accused asset manager 10X Capital on Wednesday of failing to comply with US securities disclosure…

Bitcoin bottom signal that preceded 1,900% rally flashes again
February 18, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Bitcoin’s “short-term holder stress” metric has fallen to lows not seen since 2018, suggesting the market has capitulated and possibly bottomed.

Coinbase’s Crypto-Backed Lending Product Expands to XRP and DOGE
February 18, 2026 | decrypt.co
Coinbase signaled its crypto-backed lending product is expanding in the U.S., unveiling support for XRP, Dogecoin, Cardano, and Litecoin.

Institutions Aren’t Buying Crypto, They’re Buying the Rails
February 18, 2026 | beincrypto.com
Institutional capital is flowing into digital markets. But it is not chasing speculative altcoins. Instead, it is targeting tokenization, custody, and on-chain infrastructure.

XRP Funding Levels Drop To Extreme Negative Levels, What This Means For Price
February 18, 2026 | newsbtc.com
XRP’s derivatives markets are still showing signs of bearish pressure, with funding rates across major exchanges now in negative territory.

Peter Thiel Exits ETHzilla as Firm Pivots to Jet Engine Tokenization
February 18, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Peter Thiel’s Founders Fund has fully divested from ETHzilla Corp., exiting a 7.5% stake disclosed in August, according to a U.S. SEC filing.

Real estate billionaire Barry Sternlicht is ready to tokenize assets, but says U.S. regulation blocks it
February 18, 2026 | coindesk.com
The $125 billion real estate firm wants to offer blockchain-based tokens to clients but is stalled by regulation.

Bitcoin tax panic is rising because the IRS can see your crypto sales — and you may have to prove what you paid
February 18, 2026 | cryptoslate.com
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Keone Hon: Monad’s token sale breaks records on Coinbase | Empire
February 18, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Monad's blockchain launch showcased impressive transaction speed and seamless user experience. Coordination challenges were a hurdle in achieving a perfect launch.

Banking trade groups responsible for impasse on market structure bill, Brian Armstrong says
February 18, 2026 | coindesk.com
Coinbase CEO Brain Armstrong said updated market structure legislation may offer banks other benefits to get them on board with allowing stablecoin rewards.

Ledn sells $188 million worth of bitcoin-backed bonds: Bloomberg
February 18, 2026 | theblock.co
S&P Global gave the majority of the bonds the less-than-stellar rating of BBB-, according to a Feb.

Can AI Agents Boost Ethereum Security? OpenAI and Paradigm Created a Testing Ground
February 18, 2026 | decrypt.co
OpenAI and Paradigm launched EVMbench, a tool that tests how capable AI agents are at finding and fixing smart contract vulnerabilities.

Coinbase's Base transitions to its own architecture with eye on streamlining
February 18, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
The Base engineering team said the protocol would remain open-source and encouraged developers to continue building unique implementations.

Geopolitical Tensions Push Bitcoin Lower, Driving Market Sentiment Into Extreme Fear
February 18, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
The waning cryptocurrency market momentum, coupled with ongoing geopolitical tensions, continues to hamper Bitcoin’s price trajectory, pushing it downward.

‘Bad news for bulls’ – Is Bitcoin’s bear market far from over?
February 18, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Unless the $60K level is aggressively defended, another leg down could be…

Why $4.9 Million Liquidations Could Soon Hit HBAR Traders Hard
February 18, 2026 | beincrypto.com
Hedera has posted a muted recovery in recent sessions. HBAR price remains constrained by cautious sentiment across the broader cryptocurrency market.

Kraken acquires tokenization platform Magna ahead of potential IPO
February 18, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
The crypto exchange's parent company acquired several platforms in 2025 while confidentially filing for an initial public offering with the SEC.

Bitcoin Miner Riot Must Embrace $21 Billion AI Opportunity, Says Activist Investor
February 18, 2026 | decrypt.co
An activist investor said Bitcoin miner Riot Platforms needs a "renewed sense of urgency" in order to capitalize on the major AI opportunity.

SOL’s path of least resistance tilts toward $50 but onchain data hints at a bottom
February 18, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
SOL price looks bearish on multiple chart timeframes, leading analysts to put a short-term target on $50.

Aptos unveils deflationary tokenomics shift as APT price slides
February 18, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Aptos outlined a major shift in tokenomics, including lower staking rewards, higher burn mechanics, and a hard supply cap.

TD Cowen: Despite CFTC intervention, states hold edge in prediction markets legal fight
February 18, 2026 | theblock.co
"We continue to give a slight edge to the states in this legal fight primarily because the states have historically been the regulators of sports gambling."

Eric Trump Doubles Down On $1M Bitcoin Forecast, Calls Banking A ‘Ponzi Scheme’
February 18, 2026 | newsbtc.com
The World Liberty Forum held this week at Mar‑a‑Lago featured remarks from President Donald Trump’s sons, Eric Trump and Donald Trump Jr., who used the event to reaffirm their…

Abu Dhabi Funds Top $1 Billion in Blackrock’s Bitcoin ETF
February 18, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Abu Dhabi-backed funds held over $1 billion in Blackrock’s spot bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) at year-end 2025, increasing positions in Q4.

Here’s what happened in crypto today
February 18, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Need to know what happened in crypto today?

Peter Steinberger: OpenClaw marks the shift to agentic AI, security risks of system-level access, and the need for AI in customer service | Lex Fridman Podcast
February 18, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
OpenClaw is a major advancement in AI, shifting from language processing to agency. AI agents with system-level access pose security risks but have transformative potential.

Gemini Stock Slides Amid Leadership Upheaval and Operational Cutbacks
February 18, 2026 | beincrypto.com
Centralized exchange Gemini recently announced that it parted ways with three senior executives.

Peter Thiel Exits ETHZilla Investment After Ethereum Treasury Stock Craters
February 18, 2026 | decrypt.co
Billionaire investor Peter Thiel and Founders Fund held a 7.5% stake in Ethereum treasury company ETHZilla last year—but not anymore.

XRP’s Real Value Will Arrive When Infrastructure Is Ready — Here’s Why
February 18, 2026 | newsbtc.com
The long-term value of XRP is increasingly tied to the development of the global financial infrastructure it was designed to support.

After ETH’s 45% Q1 losses, why Q2 could favor Ethereum over Bitcoin
February 18, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
From weak start to strong finish: Is Ethereum set to repeat Q2 gains?

$209B exited altcoins over the last 13 months: Did traders rotate into Bitcoin?
February 18, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Net selling from altcoins topped $209 billion, far outpacing the sell volumes seen during Bitcoin's five-month sell-off.

Jeffrey Quesnelle: Centralization in AI is stifling innovation, how decentralization can democratize access, and the critical role of smart contracts in AI training | Raoul Pal
February 18, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Centralization in the AI industry is driven by the concentration of capital in large companies.

Bitcoin Faces Long-Term Quantum Threat as Researchers Push Post-Quantum Upgrades
February 18, 2026 | bravenewcoin.com
Bitcoin developers and cryptography researchers are accelerating work on quantum-resistant security upgrades amid growing concern that advances in quantum computing could one day…

Ether.fi shifts non-custodial crypto card product to OP Mainnet from Scroll
February 18, 2026 | theblock.co
Ether.fi will migrate roughly "70,000 active cards, 300,000 accounts, and millions in user TVL to Optimism," over the coming months.

Weeks-Long War With Iran Could Start Within Days: Bitcoin Under Pressure, But Gold, Silver, Oil Prices Surge
February 18, 2026 | beincrypto.com
Global markets are reacting sharply to rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, as reports suggest the US could be moving closer to a direct military confrontation with…

Bitcoin sinks to $66,000, U.S. stocks lose steam as Fed minutes mention possible rate hike
February 18, 2026 | coindesk.com
Bitcoin is now on track for its fifth consecutive weekly decline, and losing this level could open the floor for a fresh leg lower.

Hyper Foundation has allocated $29 million HYPE tokens to launch the Hyperliquid Policy Center in Washington, D.C.
February 18, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
The Hyper Foundation has invested 1 million of its HYPE tokens into the creation of the Hyperliquid Policy Center.

Rise In Altcoin Dominance Suggests Alts Are About To Outperform Bitcoin Again
February 18, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
The OTHERS D chart, which tracks the crypto market cap excluding the top 10 cryptocurrencies, is showing signs of a rotation away from Bitcoin and other large market cap cryptos.

DerivaDEX launches Bermuda-licensed derivatives exchange under DAO governance
February 18, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
The decentralized exchange has begun offering crypto perpetual swaps after receiving a test license from Bermuda’s regulator, operating under DAO governance and formal oversight.

Coinbase-Backed Ethereum Network Base to Dump Optimism Tech as Potential Token Looms
February 18, 2026 | decrypt.co
Ethereum layer-2 network Base is leaving behind the Optimism technology stack as it seeks faster upgrades and reduced overhead.

Tether brings USA₮ stablecoin to Rumble Wallet for creator payouts
February 18, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Tether integrates USA with Rumble Wallet, enabling creators to receive regulated US dollar stablecoin payouts on chain.

Ether 'bear pennant' puts target on $1.1K ETH price: Here’s why
February 18, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Ethereum onchain data and a bear pennant on the daily chart suggest that bears may target the $1,100 level.

Peter Thiel dumps all ETH treasury shares after “Ethereum’s MicroStrategy” fell 95% since August
February 18, 2026 | cryptoslate.com
Peter Thiel went to zero in ETHZilla, and the ETH treasury company trade just got a lot more real On Feb.

Bitcoin Stagnates as ‘Satoshi Freeze’ Debate Collides With Middle East War Drums
February 18, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Bitcoin traded flat near $66,000 on Feb. 18, showing little momentum despite sharp intraday swings.

Bitcoin: Why ‘old guns’ ignore the $68K stall as STHs grow anxious
February 18, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Experienced investors refuse to panic, so BTC could consolidate.

VeChain price prediction 2026-2032: What’s the growth potential of VET?
February 18, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Key takeaways Despite occasional market volatility and significant regulatory uncertainties, VeChain demonstrates resilience and a strong value proposition, which is vital for…

Ethereum Trades Under Realized Price as Exchange Inflows Top $887 Million
February 18, 2026 | beincrypto.com
Ethereum has extended its recent decline, slipping toward the $2,000 level. At first glance, the pullback appears to be stabilizing.

OpenAI and Paradigm partner on AI agent tool for smart contract security
February 18, 2026 | theblock.co
DeFi lending protocol Moonwell and CrossCurve have both recently suffered exploits connected to smart contracts.

Riot Platform‘s AI/HPC push could net up to $21B, says activist holder
February 18, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Starboard Value said that “time is of the essence,” stressing urgency in Riot getting “more material deals completed” related to AI and HPC.

OpenAI launches benchmarking system for securing crypto tokens and smart contracts
February 18, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
OpenAI launches EVMbench with Paradigm to test AI on smart contract vulnerabilities and commits $10M to cybersecurity research.

Bitgert price prediction 2026-2032: Will Bitgert reach 1 cent?
February 18, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Key takeaways: Bitgert, previously known as Bitrise, is a leading cryptocurrency exchange that boasts lightning-fast transaction processing speeds and low trading fees.