BNB Chain is actively expanding its ecosystem despite BNB's price facing technical pressure. The price of BNB is currently trading around $600, near a crucial long-term support level. The network experienced significant on-chain growth in late 2025, with transaction volume and active addresses increasing substantially. Real-world asset tokenization fueled this growth, with the total RWA value surging on the chain. BNB Chain is also actively encouraging developer engagement through initiatives like a hackathon in Bengaluru. The price action of BNB reflects bearish momentum, with a 32% monthly decline recorded. Technical indicators provide mixed signals, with the RSI near neutral but the MACD showing bearish trends. Key support levels exist around $600 and the 52-week low, with resistance at $700 and beyond. Breaking above $620 could indicate a short-term recovery for BNB, while falling below $600 might trigger more consolidation.

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Derivatives show tentative optimism, with cleaned-up leverage, positive funding rates and rising institutional basis, even though traders are still paying a premium for short-term downside protection.

A proposal that would have allowed workers to receive wages in digital wallets managed by payment providers was defeated after banks pressured lawmakers to exclude that option during debates over Argentina’s new labor law reform. No Choice: Digital Wallets Left Out as Eligible Payment Options in Labor Law Reform Argentina has failed to advance in […]

A federal judge sentenced PGI founder Ramil Palafox to 20 years in prison for running a Bitcoin Ponzi scheme that raised over $200 million from customers between 2019 and 2021.

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Instead of investing in bitcoin and foreign currency trading, as promised, Palafox used new investor funds to pay old ones and siphoned millions for personal use.

The loss was uncovered during an audit launched after a separate 320 Bitcoin custody failure, raising fresh concerns over digital asset management by authorities.

Sony Innovation Fund invests $3.2M in Yoake’s Record Protocol to transform fan engagement through blockchain-powered verified fandom infrastructure across entertainment sectors. Sony Innovation Fund (SIF) has led a $3.2 million funding round for Yoake entertainment, marking a significant strategic partnership to develop Record Protocol’s blockchain-based fandom infrastructure. The investment deepens collaboration with Sony Block Solutions […]

A bitcoin price drop to $58,000 could reignite buying momentum.

Hedera (HBAR) is currently trading near $0.09, testing a critical support level. The price action has been mostly corrective, remaining near its October lows with a bearish trend persisting. Key resistance levels are between $0.126 and $0.177, preventing any significant price increases. While there is a potential inverse head-and-shoulders pattern, confirmation is lacking due to limited buying momentum. Technical indicators like RSI are near oversold levels, but MACD remains skewed to the downside, indicating negative momentum. HBAR needs to surpass its moving averages to shift the negative bias. On-chain data reveals declining ecosystem activity, including reduced TVL and reduced decentralized application revenue. Institutional interest in HBAR-linked products is limited compared to other altcoins, potentially hindering price increases. Analysts project a near-term range-bound outlook for HBAR with potential downside risk toward low $0.08s.

Boerse Stuttgart will merge its crypto arm with Tradias, creating a regulated European crypto unit providing services in trading, custody, staking and tokenized assets.

JPMorgan said weak crypto markets pressured fourth-quarter results, but backs Coinbase’s strategy of investing through the cycle and returning capital via buybacks.

A bill proposing the acquisition of up to 1 million BTC has been introduced to the Brazilian Congress, significantly expanding a previous national strategic bitcoin reserve. The draft, which will need to be greenlit, would put Brazil among the countries holding the most bitcoin. New 1 Million BTC Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Bill Presented in Brazilian […]

Some community members questioned the size of the $50 million package and warned that the proposed AAVE token grant could concentrate voting power.

US spot Bitcoin ETFs are on track for a fourth consecutive week of losses as Standard Chartered cut its 2026 Bitcoin target to $100,000.

Standard Chartered has reduced its long-term Bitcoin price target for the second time in months due to the current bearish market conditions. The bank now forecasts Bitcoin reaching $100,000 by the end of 2026, a significant drop from previous predictions. This revision is attributed to weakening macroeconomic conditions and changing investor behavior, specifically the recent decline in Bitcoin's value. The price of Bitcoin is currently consolidating below $70,000 and could potentially fall to $50,000 before recovering. The slowing US economic momentum and reduced expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts have also negatively impacted digital assets. Declining ETF holdings have removed a critical demand source, contributing to the price pressure. Uncertainty surrounding Federal Reserve leadership further fuels caution in the market. Standard Chartered believes the downturn is more orderly compared to previous crypto crashes, despite potential near-term price pressures. The bank also adjusted its projections for Ethereum, lowering its 2026 target to $4,000 and anticipating a potential drop to $1,400.

Crypto's role in payments for AI, regulatory changes and the digital asset market dominated conversations on the ground.

Bitcoin mining company Cango Inc. said Feb. 12 it closed a previously announced $10.5 million equity investment from Enduring Wealth Capital Ltd. and entered definitive agreements for an additional $65 million of Class A equity investments from entities wholly owned by Chairman Xin Jin and director Chang‑Wei Chiu, with purchases priced at $1.32 per Class […]

A finance expert, Coach JV, suggests XRP is at a pivotal point due to regulatory and market dynamics. Regulatory delays and policy uncertainty are key factors influencing XRP's trajectory, impacting institutional investor decisions. The Clarity Act and the GENIUS Act have the potential to clarify digital asset regulations, which could unlock capital flow. Market psychology and misinformation can create short-term volatility, necessitating a disciplined investment approach. Coach JV advocates for strategic accumulation of XRP and Bitcoin during price dips, emphasizing patience. Unexpected policy shifts and regulatory surprises, especially concerning stablecoins, could reshape market flows. A crackdown on certain stablecoins could alter payment and custody choices, potentially benefiting XRP. True separation from broader crypto movements requires real demand, including institutional adoption and infrastructure. Banks and payment firms utilizing blockchain rails are critical for XRP's long-term success. Institutional investors currently await clearer regulations and proven infrastructure before larger-scale adoption.

Coinbase Global Inc. posted $7.18 billion in 2025 revenue and outlined an ambitious 2026 expansion plan, even as fourth-quarter results reflected sizable crypto investment markdowns. Coinbase’s 2026 Blueprint: Stablecoins, Onchain Growth and Capital Returns Coinbase Global Inc. (Nasdaq: COIN) released its fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 shareholder letter on Feb. 12, 2026, detailing revenue growth, rising […]

An analyst identified a Parallel Channel pattern on Shiba Inu's weekly price chart, which could signal a significant price movement. Parallel Channels represent consolidation periods where an asset trades between two parallel trendlines. Shiba Inu's price repeatedly tested the upper resistance of this channel but faced rejection. The memecoin's recent decline caused it to penetrate the lower support line of the channel. Breaking below the support could indicate a sustained downward move for SHIB. Analyst Ali Martinez predicts a potential target of $0.00000138 based on the channel's height. This potential target is approximately 77% lower than the current SHIB price. The breakout from the Parallel Channel suggests a bearish outlook for Shiba Inu. The chart illustrates the price action over several years, leading to the current breakdown. The cryptocurrency's future performance is now closely observed following this technical development.

Stablecoins tightened their grip on crypto casinos and prediction markets in 2025, with dollar-pegged tokens like USDT and USDC emerging as the default chips for online wagering. This year is poised to play out in much the same fashion. Stablecoins Projected to Command Majority of Crypto Wagering Volume Going Forward The shift was not subtle. […]

Crypto treasury firm ETHZilla recently sold some of its crypto to begin a tokenization push by buying two jet engines leased to a US airline.

Bitcoin is experiencing selling pressure, indicating weakening bullish momentum. The market is navigating a challenging phase with investors becoming more cautious and attentive to various market factors. A CryptoQuant report highlights the decline of Bitcoin's Combined Market Index (BCMI), suggesting structural weakness. BCMI's fall into the low 0.2 range, historically associated with early bear markets, signals a potential shift. This contrasts with the previous equilibrium near 0.5, indicating a loss of balance in the market. The report suggests the market is transitioning to a risk-off environment, differing from typical mid-cycle corrections. Bitcoin's weekly chart shows increasing structural pressure below the $70,000 level and towards the mid-$60,000 range. Elevated trading volume suggests distribution or deleveraging, complicating recovery attempts. The $60,000–$62,000 zone is now critical support, determining future price action. Bitcoin's future hinges on liquidity, institutional flows, and macro sentiment.