Bitcoin News and Finance: What You Need to Know

SEC leaders unveiled a coordinated push to integrate tokenized securities into U.S. markets, signaling innovation exemptions, safe harbors, and joint rulemaking with the CFTC to reshape crypto oversight. SEC Accelerates Crypto Clarity Agenda With CFTC Coordination and Pro-Growth Innovation Exemptions U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chairman Paul S. Atkins and Commissioner Hester M. Peirce […]

The battle over BIP-110 and the related BIP-444 represents a fundamental schism in the Bitcoin community over whether the network should remain a neutral data protocol or become a curated financial ledger. Philosophical: Neutrality vs. Curation An ideological clash is erupting over Bitcoin Improvement Proposal 110 (BIP-110)—often discussed alongside the broader BIP-444 framework—a temporary soft […]

Wall Street shook off weak growth data and staged a late-day rally Friday after the Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump’s sweeping emergency tariffs, sending the Dow, Nasdaq and S&P 500 solidly higher by the closing bell. Supreme Court Ruling Sparks Relief Rally Across Retail and Industrials U.S. equity markets closed at 4 p.m. […]

Bitcoin remains locked in a strengthening bear market as volatility spikes and liquidity weakens, signaling deeper downside risk ahead, according to on-chain analyst Willy Woo. Willy Woo Warns Bitcoin Bear Market Is Strengthening Market analysts are signaling caution in the digital asset sector as volatility accelerates. On Feb. 17, on-chain analyst Willy Woo shared on […]

Coinbase is expanding crypto-backed loans, adding XRP, DOGE, ADA, and LTC as collateral and unlocking up to $100,000 in USDC borrowing, accelerating digital asset utility as onchain lending demand surges. Coinbase’s Loan Expansion Turns XRP, ADA, DOGE & LTC Into Liquid Assets Crypto lending services are expanding as digital assets gain broader financial utility. Coinbase […]

Figure Technology Solutions has launched FGRD, calling it the first SEC-registered public stock issued, traded and settled entirely on blockchain infrastructure with T+0 finality. FGRD Stock Trades and Settles Entirely Onchain, Bypassing DTCC New York-based Figure Technology Solutions on Feb. 19 launched FGRD, its common stock issued natively onchain through the Onchain Public Equity Network, […]

CME Group will begin offering 24/7 trading for its regulated cryptocurrency futures and options products starting May 29, marking a structural shift in how traditional derivatives markets engage with digital assets. Crypto Never Sleeps—Now CME Group Won’t Either The Chicago-based derivatives marketplace CME said on Thursday that its cryptocurrency futures and options will trade around […]

The CFTC is escalating its defense of exclusive authority over U.S. commodity derivatives and prediction markets as legal battles threaten to redraw regulatory lines and restrict access to event contracts nationwide. Prediction Markets Challenge State Authority as Appeals Court Weighs Federal Derivatives Control Prediction markets are at the center of a growing legal dispute over […]

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 liquidity tightens further. Arthur Hayes Maps 2 Bitcoin Paths: Sub-$60K Breakdown or Fed-Fueled Surge Past $126K Market volatility is reshaping bitcoin forecasts as macroeconomic risks evolve. Bitmex […]

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. Goldman Sachs Boss Discloses Owning ‘Very Little’ Bitcoin at the World Liberty Forum in Florida Solomon disclosed his holdings Feb. 18 during a panel at the World Liberty […]

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. The sharp crypto downturn and the October 2025 flash crash forced the company to liquidate assets, selling more than $100 million in ether to fund buybacks and repay debt. A Volatile Transition […]

The U.S. government controls nearly $23 billion in bitcoin, making it one of the world’s largest holders as massive seizures and a new Strategic Bitcoin Reserve reshape America’s crypto footprint. US Government Keeps $23 Billion in Bitcoin Blockchain intelligence platform Arkham shared on social media platform X on Feb. 16 that the U.S. government is […]

Strategy Executive Chairman Michael Saylor told billionaire Ray Dalio to own bitcoin after the billionaire warned the post-World War II global order is breaking down, positioning the cryptocurrency as a shield against mounting geopolitical and financial instability. Dalio Flags Cracks in Global Order; Saylor Points Investors to Bitcoin Strategy Executive Chairman Michael Saylor shared on […]

The U.S. dollar is heading for a weekly loss as bearish positioning hits record lows, but bitcoin’s shifting correlation with the dollar index is complicating the usual bullish narrative for crypto. Bitcoin’s Lack of Reaction to Weak Dollar Tests Historic Inverse Link The U.S. dollar is on pace for a losing week, with positioning data […]

Nakamoto Inc. says it will acquire BTC Inc. and UTXO Management in a $107.3 million all-stock transaction aimed at building an integrated Bitcoin-focused operating company. Bitcoin Treasury Firm Nakamoto Strikes $107M Deal Nakamoto Inc. (Nasdaq: NAKA) announced Feb. 17, 2026, that it has entered into definitive merger agreements to acquire BTC Inc., a bitcoin media […]

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 setting the stage for scaled blockchain integration by 2026. Ripple Executives Outline Bold 2026 Forecasts for Institutional Crypto Growth Ripple President Monica Long shared on social media platform X on […]

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 sheet as it navigates volatility and reinforces long-term confidence in its crypto-heavy treasury model. Strategy Declares $8K Bitcoin Is Survivable — Fortress Balance Sheet Fuels Long-Term Optimism Strategy Inc. (Nasdaq: MSTR), […]

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. 16 amid thin holiday liquidity and profit-taking. Gold Prices Cool but Analysts Maintain $5,000 Q1 View In its Q1 2026 Quarterly Metals Report, Sucden Financial’s Head of Research Daria […]

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. Sports Prediction Platforms Capture Growing Share of $14B Betting Market Prediction market platforms such as Kalshi have expanded rapidly into sports trading, with sports-related contracts now accounting for roughly 90% […]

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 institutional adoption, liquidity expansion, and ecosystem-wide integration. XRP Named Ripple’s North Star and Heartbeat as $1 Trillion Ambition Accelerates Digital asset firms are intensifying efforts to capture institutional capital […]

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 as institutional investors closely track its aggressive accumulation strategy. Saylor’s ’99>98′ Sparks Buzz That Strategy Is Loading up on More Bitcoin Strategy Inc. (Nasdaq: MSTR), which operates as both a software […]

Stablecoins are emerging as the first true “killer app” of blockchain, shifting from speculative assets to critical financial infrastructure. Local currency stablecoins are gaining traction for domestic payments, while dollar-backed stablecoins remain the global reserve on-chain. Disrupting the Remittance Modern Era The rise of stablecoins marks a pivotal shift in digital finance, moving from speculative […]

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 prompts — may determine who, or what, stays in control. Crypto Meets Robotics in Balaji’s ‘Not Your Keys’ X Post Balaji Srinivasan, a prominent crypto investor and author […]

Fidelity’s director of global macro says bitcoin’s drop to $60,000 likely marked the floor of its current cycle, setting the stage for a future bull market and a potential push toward new highs. Fidelity Macro Chief Links $118 Trillion Liquidity Level to Bitcoin’s Maturity Fidelity Director of Global Macro Jurrien Timmer shared on social media […]

Robert Kiyosaki says he would choose bitcoin over gold if forced to choose a single asset, citing its fixed supply, while projecting major upside for silver and warning that fiat currency is losing purchasing power. Kiyosaki Favors Bitcoin Over Gold If Limited to One Asset Rich Dad Poor Dad author and investor Robert Kiyosaki reiterated […]

The CEO of Praetorian Group International has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for running a global bitcoin Ponzi scheme that defrauded more than 90,000 investors of over $201 million. Deceptive Trading Promises A U.S. judge has sentenced Ramil Ventura Palafox, 61, to 20 years in prison for orchestrating a global Ponzi scheme through […]

Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin criticized the current direction of prediction markets, warning that an increasing focus on short-term bets risks distorting incentives and encouraging harmful behavior. Buterin Questions Short-Term Betting Culture in Crypto Markets In a recent post published to X, Buterin said prediction markets have reached sufficient scale to support professional traders and contribute […]

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 largest cryptocurrency as a core reserve asset. Binance Commits Entire $1B SAFU Fund to Bitcoin—15,000 BTC Treasury Adds Fuel to Bull Market Narrative Global crypto exchange Binance […]

Ripple pushes the Federal Reserve to modernize payment account rules to support stablecoin issuers, arguing targeted reforms could strengthen dollar dominance, reduce systemic risk and accelerate compliant digital asset integration into U.S. financial infrastructure. Ripple Urges Fed to Modify Payment Account Framework for Stablecoin Issuers Regulatory engagement around digital assets continues to expand as companies […]