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 | Silver’s 17% plunge reignites market behaviour that once topped bitcoin liquidations
It is the same setup Michael Burry warned about this week, when he said falling crypto collateral can force metal selling in a feedback loop. By Shaurya Malwa Published February 5, 2026 04:45 UTC (7m ago) |
 | Why Vitalik Buterin Says L2s Aren’t Scaling Ethereum Anymore
Buterin argued that many Layer 2s no longer meaningfully inherit Ethereum security. By Chayanika Deka Published February 5, 2026 04:40 UTC (11m ago) |
 | Bhutan moves $22M in Bitcoin as crypto slumps, mining conditions toughen
Bhutan has slipped to the seventh-largest nation-state Bitcoin holder, with its stash falling from 13,295 BTC in October 2024 to 5,700 BTC. By Brayden Lindrea Published February 5, 2026 04:38 UTC (13m ago) |
 | XRP Price Cracks $1.50 Support, Bears Eye Lower Targets Next
XRP price extended losses and traded below $1.50. The price is now consolidating losses but faces hurdles near $1.5320 and $1.550. XRP price started another decline and traded below the $1.5250 zone. The price is now trading below $1.50 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is a key bearish trend line forming with resistance at $1.5850... By Aayush Jindal Published February 5, 2026 04:38 UTC (14m ago) |
 | Bitcoin slips below $71,000 as AI-driven tech rout worsens
The decline followed sharp losses in Asian and U.S. tech shares, where concerns over peaking AI investment, stretched valuations and slowing earnings have driven investors out of risk assets. By Shaurya Malwa Published February 5, 2026 04:27 UTC (25m ago) |
 | Crypto wallet provider Payy launches privacy-focused Ethereum L2
Payy’s new privacy layer 2 makes every ERC-20 transfer private by default without the need for new wallets or tokens.Published February 5, 2026 04:22 UTC (29m ago) |
 | UK Lawmakers Hear Skepticism on Stablecoins as Lords Launch Regulation Inquiry
A public session of the UK’s House of Lords Wednesday heard damning criticism of stablecoins, with one witness claiming they’re mainly used as on- and off- ramps for “worthless” crypto and are likely to play only a minor role in the nation’s financial future. The session was part of a UK parliamentary inquiry into how […] The post UK Lawmakers... By Jody McDonald Published February 5, 2026 04:20 UTC (31m ago) |
 | XRP crashes to its lowest since Trump's election win, could slide further to $1.00
XRP has fallen to $1.44, its lowest level since November 2024, as bitcoin’s decline fuels broader risk aversion in the crypto market. By Omkar Godbole Published February 5, 2026 04:19 UTC (32m ago) |
 | Silver, gold tumble as stronger dollar hits precious metals
The stronger dollar and Fed uncertainty may lead to reduced investment in precious metals, impacting global markets and investor strategies. The post Silver, gold tumble as stronger dollar hits precious metals appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Vivian Nguyen Published February 5, 2026 04:19 UTC (32m ago) |
 | XRP traders more optimistic as BTC, ETH mood turns sour: Santiment
Social media sentiment has turned “extremely bearish” toward Bitcoin and Ethereum this week, according to analytics platform Santiment. By Ciaran Lyons Published February 5, 2026 04:10 UTC (41m ago) |
 | Treasury Secretary Bessent Questioned Over Trump-Linked Crypto Firm and Bitcoin Oversight
A tense House hearing put Treasury oversight under scrutiny as lawmakers questioned foreign investment and crypto conflicts. The post Treasury Secretary Bessent Questioned Over Trump-Linked Crypto Firm and Bitcoin Oversight appeared first on Crypto News Australia. By Rachel Lourdesamy Published February 5, 2026 04:07 UTC (45m ago) |
| Why Is The Crypto Market Down Today?
The total crypto market cap (TOTAL) fell further on the daily chart as Bitcoin (BTC) led the tokens lower. Zcash (ZEC) emerged as the worst-performing altcoin of the day, falling by gnarly 20%. In the news today:- The Crypto Market Sees Red The total crypto market cap dropped $128 billion in the last 24 hours, The post Why Is The Crypto Market... By Aaryamann Shrivastava Published February 5, 2026 04:05 UTC (46m ago) |
| Stellar Price Forecast: Correction deepens with bearish signals prevailing
Stellar (XLM) price is extending its correction, trading below $0.167 at the time of writing on Thursday after being rejected at a key level. The derivatives data shows signs of weakness, with XLM’s short bets rising amid falling Open Interest (OI).Published February 5, 2026 04:03 UTC (48m ago) |
 | How Long Will The Bitcoin Bear Market Last? CryptoQuant Research Chief Predicts
The Bitcoin drawdown below $75,000 has market participants debating a familiar question: how long does a bear market last when the data refuses to improve. CryptoQuant head of research Julio Moreno, speaking on The Milk Road Show on Feb. 2, argued that most major demand and liquidity indicators are still signaling weakness and that the bottoming... By Jake Simmons Published February 5, 2026 04:00 UTC (51m ago) |
 | Did Vitalik Buterin Just Kill Ethereum Layer-2s? Here’s What He Said
Vitalik Buterin is signaling a major reframing of Ethereum’s layer-2 narrative: not the death of rollups, but the end of the idea that L2s are shards whose primary job is scaling the network. With L1 fees now low and gas limit projected to rise sharply in 2026, he argues the rollup-centric roadmap’s original premise no […] By Jake Simmons Published February 5, 2026 04:00 UTC (51m ago) |
 | Tom Lee Defends BitMine’s Ethereum Losses as Feature of Long-Term Treasury Bet
BitMine Immersion chairman Tom Lee said the firm’s multibillion-dollar unrealised losses reflect the intentional design of its Ether treasury strategy, not poor execution. The post Tom Lee Defends BitMine’s Ethereum Losses as Feature of Long-Term Treasury Bet appeared first on Crypto News Australia. By Jos Oramas Published February 5, 2026 03:58 UTC (54m ago) |
 | CME CEO Floats Idea of Proprietary Crypto as Exchange Explores Its Own Token
Terry Duffy said CME Group is exploring launching its own cryptocurrency that could run on a decentralised network. The post CME CEO Floats Idea of Proprietary Crypto as Exchange Explores Its Own Token appeared first on Crypto News Australia. By Jos Oramas Published February 5, 2026 03:48 UTC (1h ago) |
 | Axie Infinity Unveils bAXS Airdrop to Reward Stakers and Boost In-Game Economy
Axie Infinity developer Sky Mavis announced a 100,000-token airdrop of bonded AXS (bAXS) to eligible wallets, based on a February 5 snapshot of players staking at least 10 AXS. The post Axie Infinity Unveils bAXS Airdrop to Reward Stakers and Boost In-Game Economy appeared first on Crypto News Australia. By Jos Oramas Published February 5, 2026 03:44 UTC (1h ago) |
| Top Crypto Losers: Zcash, Stacks, BNB drop further as Bitcoin weakens
Zcash (ZEC), Stacks (STX), and BNB (formerly Binance Coin) are among the biggest losers over the last 24 hours as Bitcoin (BTC) approaches $72,000 on Thursday.Published February 5, 2026 03:39 UTC (1h ago) |
 | Bitcoin Slide Rekindles Four-Year Cycle Fears, but K33 Says This Time Isn’t 2018 or 2022
Bitcoin’s roughly 40% drop from its October peak is reviving concerns that the market may be slipping back into a familiar four-year cycle. The post Bitcoin Slide Rekindles Four-Year Cycle Fears, but K33 Says This Time Isn’t 2018 or 2022 appeared first on Crypto News Australia. By Jos Oramas Published February 5, 2026 03:38 UTC (1h ago) |
 | CME Group weighs in-house crypto token launch to support 24/7 trading
CME Group is reviewing new digital infrastructure options as it prepares to expand its crypto trading operations. As part of a larger initiative to modernize margin and settlement for crypto derivatives, CME Group is exploring launching its own digital token. … By Leon Okwatch Published February 5, 2026 03:30 UTC (1h ago) |
| Bhutan Sold $22.4M in Bitcoin Amid Portfolio Decline of Over 70%
Bhutan moved $22.4 million in Bitcoin out of sovereign wallets this week, including a direct transaction to institutional market maker QCP Capital. The Himalayan nation’s crypto portfolio has dropped from a $1.4 billion peak to about $412 million. The outflows continue a pattern of periodic liquidations by the Royal Government of Bhutan, which... By Oihyun Kim Published February 5, 2026 03:23 UTC (1h ago) |
 | Ethereum Price Hangs At $2,100, Downside Thrust Toward $2,000 Looms Large
Ethereum price extended its decline below $2,200 and $2,120. ETH is now attempting to recover from $2,075 but faces many hurdles near $2,220. Ethereum failed to stay above $2,250 and started a fresh decline. The price is trading below $2,200 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is a major bearish trend line forming with resistance at... By Aayush Jindal Published February 5, 2026 03:18 UTC (1h ago) |
 | Crypto firms push new compromises to save key market structure bill
The proposed compromises could reshape the financial landscape by integrating community banks into the stablecoin ecosystem, impacting market dynamics. The post Crypto firms push new compromises to save key market structure bill appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Vivian Nguyen Published February 5, 2026 03:07 UTC (1h ago) |
 | These Ripple Patents Show Why XRP Can’t Be Copied Or Replicated
Questions around whether XRP can be copied often focus on open-source code and blockchain forks, but a recent explanation shared by an XRP community member points attention to something deeper. His comments are focused on Ripple’s patented payment architecture and how XRP’s real function is protected not just by network effects and liquidity but... By Scott Matherson Published February 5, 2026 03:00 UTC (1h ago) |
 | Vitalik Reframes Ethereum L2 Strategy as ETF Inflows Return and Mainnet Scaling Accelerates
Ethereum (ETH) is entering a new phase in which long-held assumptions about scaling are being openly questioned. As spot Ethereum ETFs post their first net inflows after several days of outflows, and on-chain data shows renewed activity on the mainnet, Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin is urging the ecosystem to rethink the role of layer-2... By James Halver Published February 5, 2026 03:00 UTC (1h ago) |
 | Chinese Money Laundering Networks Funneled $16.1 Billion in Crypto in 2025
In 2025, Chinese-language money laundering networks processed $16.1 billion in illegal crypto, nearly 20% of the global underground economy. Telegram Channels as Laundering Hubs Chinese-language money laundering networks funneled an estimated $16.1 billion in illicit funds through cryptocurrency transactions in 2025, according to a new report from... By Terence Zimwara Published February 5, 2026 03:00 UTC (1h ago) |
 | Ripple Prime enters on-chain perpetuals through Hyperliquid integration
Ripple has made a new addition to its institutional trading platform as it adjusts its approach to decentralized markets. Ripple’s institutional brokerage arm has added access to decentralized derivatives markets by integrating Hyperliquid into its Prime brokerage platform. The company… By Leon Okwatch Published February 5, 2026 03:00 UTC (1h ago) |
 | Bitcoin Price Falls Further, Raising Stakes At The $70K Support
Bitcoin price extended its decline below $73,500. BTC is now consolidating losses but faces many hurdles near $75,500. Bitcoin is attempting to recover but struggling to clear hurdles. The price is trading below $75,000 and the 100 hourly simple moving average. There is a bearish trend line forming with resistance at $75,200 on the hourly chart of... By Aayush Jindal Published February 5, 2026 02:43 UTC (2h ago) |
 | Bitcoin slides toward $70,000 as on-chain data flags bear market and traders bet Fed holds in April: Asia Morning Briefing
On-chain data points to fading demand and tighter liquidity, while prediction markets show little expectation of near-term rate cuts. By Sam Reynolds Published February 5, 2026 02:33 UTC (2h ago) |
 | CFTC pulls Biden-era proposal to ban sports, political prediction markets
CFTC Chair Mike Selig described the proposal as a “frolic into merit regulation” by the Biden administration. By Jesse Coghlan Published February 5, 2026 02:05 UTC (2h ago) |
 | Tom Lee Says BitMine’s Ethereum Losses Are ‘A Feature, Not A Bug’
BitMine chairman Tom Lee has responded to talks about the firm’s unrealized Ethereum treaury losses, arguing they are part of the design. BitMine’s Ethereum Holdings Are In Notable Loss After The Crash The digital asset sector has seen a major bearish turn over the past week and Ethereum has been among the worst-hit assets, declining […] By Keshav Verma Published February 5, 2026 02:00 UTC (2h ago) |
 | Bitcoin’s $1 Million-Dollar Path Starts In 2026, Bitwise Says
Bitwise is laying out a bold scenario: Bitcoin could climb to a new record in 2026 and, if the stars align as the sages would say, may one day reach $1 million over the next 10 years. That view rests less on past rhythms and more on a shift in who buys and how they buy. Related Reading: Crypto Hacks Explode: $370 Million Stolen In January Alone:... By Christian Encila Published February 5, 2026 02:00 UTC (2h ago) |
 | Startale, SBI launch blockchain for institutional FX, RWA trading
Strium will begin with synthetic US and Japanese stocks and commodities before expanding to real tokenized shares and asset-backed products with identity verification. By Amin Haqshanas Published February 5, 2026 02:00 UTC (2h ago) |
 | Are Markets in a Bubble? Top Economists See Strength — With Caveats
Fears of a looming market bubble have returned as stock prices climb and artificial intelligence spending accelerates, but several leading economists argue that the broader economic picture remains more stable than the headlines suggest. From Wall Street valuations to U.S. growth and global resilience, their message is consistent: conditions look... By Jamie Redman Published February 5, 2026 01:30 UTC (3h ago) |
 | Kyle Samani leaves Multicoin in ‘bittersweet moment’ to explore new tech
Solana became one of Samani’s favorite crypto projects at Multicoin in 2018 after he initially favored Ethereum but grew dissatisfied with how its developers addressed scaling. By Brayden Lindrea Published February 5, 2026 01:01 UTC (3h ago) |
 | Bitcoin MVRV Z-Score Compresses To Levels Last Seen Near $29,000
On-chain data shows the Bitcoin MVRV Z-Score has fallen to its lowest level in years following the price crash below the $80,000 level. Bitcoin MVRV Z-Score Has Plummeted Recently In a new post on X, Glassnode analyst Chris Beamish has discussed about the latest trend in the Bitcoin MVRV Z-Score, an indicator that aims to estimate whether the... By Keshav Verma Published February 5, 2026 01:00 UTC (3h ago) |
 | Crypto Downturn Slams Galaxy Digital With $241 Million Annual Loss
Galaxy Digital posted a heavy loss for the year as the crypto slump bit into its holdings and trading business. The numbers show a company that weathered big markdowns on digital assets while trying to bulk up its cash and new revenue streams. Related Reading: Elon Musk’s xAI Seeks Human Brain To Decode Crypto Markets […] By Christian Encila Published February 5, 2026 01:00 UTC (3h ago) |
| Polymarket Prices In a $70K February for Bitcoin
Bitcoin briefly dipped below $72,000 on Thursday morning in early Asian trading hours, hitting its lowest level in nearly 16 months. As the selloff deepens, prediction market traders on Polymarket are rapidly repricing their expectations — and the data paints a sobering picture for the short term, even as longer-term optimism persists.... By Oihyun Kim Published February 5, 2026 00:43 UTC (4h ago) |
 | Wintermute Founder Casts a Cold Eye on Crypto’s Direction
Wintermute founder Evgeny Gaevoy offered a blunt assessment of crypto’s current condition on Wednesday, arguing that the industry has stalled on substance even as speculation continues to dominate attention. Gaevoy Criticizes Stablecoins, Perp Exchanges, and Token Design In a thread published on X on Feb. 4, 2026, Gaevoy, CEO of market-making firm... By Jamie Redman Published February 5, 2026 00:05 UTC (4h ago) |
| Crypto Market Prediction: Will XRP Break Bullish Trap? Shiba Inu's (SHIB) 3 Bullish Targets, Ethereum's (ETH) 300-Day Record Broken
The market might finally enter a recovery period as most oscillators show that bears are overextending. By Arman Shirinyan Published February 5, 2026 00:01 UTC (4h ago) |
 | Bitcoin Set To Test Resistance At $80,600 After Bottoming At $74,000
After a significant pullback this week and a bottom at $74,000, analysts suggest Bitcoin (BTC) is now poised to test former resistance levels around $80,600. According to technical analysis from market expert Tara, Bitcoin’s structure remains bullish, with technical indicators pointing to further upside despite the ongoing downtrend. She has... By Scott Matherson Published February 5, 2026 00:00 UTC (4h ago) |
 | XRP Enters ‘Washout Zone,’ Then Targets $30, Crypto Analyst Says
XRP has entered what Korean Certified Elliott Wave Analyst XForceGlobal (@XForceGlobal) calls a “washout” phase inside a broader Elliott Wave corrective structure, a zone he argues can set the stage for a renewed macro advance, with eventual cycle targets stretching into the $20–$30 region. In a Feb. 3 video breakdown, XForceGlobal said the recent... By Jake Simmons Published February 5, 2026 00:00 UTC (4h ago) |
 | Google beats Q4 earnings, shares edge lower on AI spending plans
Google beat Q4 earnings and hit record revenue, but shares fell after hours as investors focused on rising AI spending plans. The post Google beats Q4 earnings, shares edge lower on AI spending plans appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Estefano Gomez Published February 4, 2026 23:52 UTC (5h ago) |
| Ethereum Price Forecast: ETH faces heavy distribution as price slips below average cost basis of investors
Ethereum (ETH) extended its decline on Wednesday, dropping more than 5% over the past 24 hours toward the $2,100 level, which is below the $2,310 average cost basis or realized price of investors, according to CryptoQuant's data.Published February 4, 2026 23:44 UTC (5h ago) |
| A White House Tweet Exposed the Real Risk in the CLARITY Act
The CLARITY Act debate has largely revolved around the tug-of-war between banks and crypto firms over stablecoin yield. While that conflict dominates coverage of what is framed as a market-structure bill, it obscures a quieter and potentially more consequential issue. Once enacted, the CLARITY Act would formally legitimize regulated crypto roles... By Camila Grigera Na n Published February 4, 2026 23:40 UTC (5h ago) |
 | Binance Dominates Crypto Reserves With $155 Billion Lead
Coinmarketcap’s latest Proof of Reserves report shows Binance holding an overwhelming lead in exchange reserves, showcasing sharp differences in scale, liquidity, and asset strategies across major crypto platforms. Proof of Reserves Highlights Binance’s Liquidity Advantage Coinmarketcap (CMC) has published its January 2026 Major Crypto Exchange... By Emmanuel Musa Published February 4, 2026 23:30 UTC (5h ago) |
 | Vitalik Buterin Challenges Layer-2 Future, Arbitrum and Optimism Fire Back
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin recently said that the idea of using Layer-2 networks as Ethereum’s ETH main scaling method “no longer makes sense". By Editor-In-Chief, BitDegree Published February 4, 2026 23:11 UTC (5h ago) |
 | Bitcoin Drops Again, Though Analysts Say The Move Isn’t Unusual
Bitcoin’s latest slide has pushed prices into territory not seen so far this year, with the market briefly trading near the low $75,000 area. Related Reading: Crypto Could Bounce Soon As Fundamentals Firm Up, Tom Lee Says Losses have piled up over recent months, leaving the asset well below its record peak and stirring fresh debate about whether... By Christian Encila Published February 4, 2026 23:00 UTC (5h ago) |
 | Bitcoin Sees Role Reversal: Whales Are Closing Long Positions, Retail Are Piling In
Bitcoin’s price is experiencing one of its steepest declines ever for this cycle, after falling by nearly 50% from its all-time high of $126,000. The decline has ultimately triggered a crucial shift in the sentiment of BTC large holders and retail investors, who appear to be moving on separate trajectories. Smart Money Steps Back, Retail […] By Godspower Owie Published February 4, 2026 23:00 UTC (5h ago) |
 | Bitnomial Lists First-Ever US Tezos Futures Contract
Bitnomial, Inc., a regulated US derivatives exchange, has introduced Tezos XTZ futures contracts priced in US dollars. By Editor-In-Chief, BitDegree Published February 4, 2026 22:49 UTC (6h ago) |
 | Tether Pulls Back on $20B Fundraising Plans After Investor Pushback (Report)
Tether has scaled back fundraising talks to about $5B after investors pushed back on a proposed $500B valuation. By Wayne Jones Published February 4, 2026 22:31 UTC (6h ago) |
 | FIDD Goes Live — Fidelity Brings Its Digital Dollar Stablecoin to Crypto Markets
On Wednesday, Fidelity Investments’ digital currency arm Fidelity Digital Assets announced it launched its first stablecoin, the Fidelity Digital Dollar (FIDD), marking the firm’s formal entry into the U.S. dollar–pegged digital currency market. Fidelity Launches USD-Pegged Stablecoin on Ethereum Network Fidelity Investments, which oversees more... By Jamie Redman Published February 4, 2026 22:30 UTC (6h ago) |
 | Multicoin Capital co-founder Kyle Samani steps down after nearly a decade to pursue other areas of tech
" I’m more confident than ever that crypto is going to fundamentally rewire the circuitry of finance," said Samani, who will remain chairman of Solana treasury company, Forward Industries. By Helene Braun Published February 4, 2026 22:22 UTC (6h ago) |
 | US Treasury to Keep Seized Bitcoin, No Market Buys Planned
United States Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told Congress on February 4 that the government will keep Bitcoin BTC obtained through asset seizures but will not ask private banks to buy more if the market drops. By Editor-In-Chief, BitDegree Published February 4, 2026 22:19 UTC (6h ago) |
| NFT Marketplace Collapse: Nifty Gateway, Foundation Lead Wave of Major Platform Shutdowns
TLDR: NFT trading volumes collapsed from $2.9 billion in 2021 to just $23.8 million by early 2025 quarterly data. Major platforms including Nifty Gateway, Foundation, and MakersPlace announced closures within days in January 2026. Centralized storage systems left 27% of top NFT collections vulnerable to permanent loss after server shutdowns.... By Brenda Mary Published February 4, 2026 22:11 UTC (6h ago) |
 | Spot Bitcoin ETF outflows total $2.9B as BTC price drops to new 2026 low
Bitcoin’s 12-day ETF outflows, derivatives data and the crypto market’s in tandem trading with tech stocks suggest traders will continue to cut exposure to risk assets. By Marcel Pechman Published February 4, 2026 22:08 UTC (6h ago) |
 | PEPE’s 48% Crash Sends It To Yearly Lows, But It’s Far From Over
PEPE has pushed deeper into its corrective phase in early February after a sharp selloff wiped out nearly half of its value in just two weeks. The meme coin is now trading around its yearly low zone following a 48% decline that unfolded in line with a technical outlook shared by an analyst on X. PEPE’s price action since the start of the year... By Scott Matherson Published February 4, 2026 22:00 UTC (6h ago) |
 | Coinbase Hit With Nevada Lawsuit Over Illegal Betting Claims
Coinbase is facing a civil enforcement action in Nevada after state gaming regulators said the company offered event contracts that look like wagers to local users. Related Reading: Bitcoin Mining Takes New Turn With Tether’s Open-Source Software Based on reports, the Nevada Gaming Control Board filed suit in state court asking a judge to stop […] By Christian Encila Published February 4, 2026 22:00 UTC (6h ago) |
 | Fireblocks and Stacks Bring Institutional Access to Bitcoin DeFi
New Jersey, United States, 4th February 2026, Chainwire The post Fireblocks and Stacks Bring Institutional Access to Bitcoin DeFi appeared first on The Daily Hodl. By Chainwire Published February 4, 2026 22:00 UTC (6h ago) |
 | IREN bets on AI cloud in high-stakes break from Bitcoin roots
IREN, once known for mining Bitcoin, is undergoing a dramatic reinvention as an AI infrastructure provider—a transformation that will soon face a critical test. By Caroline lvarez Published February 4, 2026 22:00 UTC (6h ago) |
 | TRM Labs Hits $1 Billion Valuation With $70 Million AI Funding Boost
TRM Labs has secured $70 million in Series C funding, which brings its valuation to $1 billion. By Editor-In-Chief, BitDegree Published February 4, 2026 21:54 UTC (6h ago) |
 | Vitalik Buterin takes shot at Coinbase’s corporate control of Base which dominates 60% of layer 2 income
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has signaled a fundamental shift in the blockchain’s roadmap that declares the era of the “branded shard” effectively over. On Feb. 3, Buterin argued that the industry’s previous “rollup-centric” vision no longer makes sense, citing faster scaling on the main Ethereum layer and the sluggish pace of... By Oluwapelumi Adejumo Published February 4, 2026 21:45 UTC (7h ago) |
 | Peter Schiff is taking a victory lap — at least for now
Schiff, a vocal gold advocate and longtime crypto critic, argued that Strategy’s aggressive accumulation helped fuel Bitcoin’s meteoric rise — and that the unwind has now begun By Caroline lvarez Published February 4, 2026 21:44 UTC (7h ago) |
 | CME CEO Duffy says exchange is exploring issuing its own token
Speaking on the company's earnings call, CEO Terry Duffy said the exchange is exploring a CME-issued token and is also piloting tokenized cash infrastructure with Google. By Nate Kostar Published February 4, 2026 21:42 UTC (7h ago) |
| MetaMask Integrates Ondo Finance for Tokenized US Stocks and ETF Trading
TLDR: MetaMask users can now trade 200+ tokenized US stocks and ETFs directly through their wallet interface. Trading operates 24/5 from Sunday 8:05 PM ET to Friday 7:59 PM ET with continuous token transfer capability. Integration uses USDC on Ethereum mainnet through MetaMask Swaps to acquire Ondo Global Markets tokens. Service excludes major... By Brenda Mary Published February 4, 2026 21:37 UTC (7h ago) |
 | Telegram's Durov slams Spain's online age verification proposal
The proposed laws are meant to create a mass-surveillance state and are not about protecting children, Pavel Durov warned on Wednesday. By Vince Quill Published February 4, 2026 21:34 UTC (7h ago) |
 | Polymarket’s Free Grocery Store Pop-up Aims to One-up Kalshi’s Viral Giveaway
Two rival prediction markets took their competition offline and into the checkout aisle this month, as Polymarket and Kalshi rolled out free-grocery stunts in New York City that blended viral marketing, civic signaling, and a not-so-subtle flex at a moment when food prices — and regulatory pressure — are both uncomfortably high. Free Groceries in... By Jamie Redman Published February 4, 2026 21:30 UTC (7h ago) |
 | Step-by-Step Guide to Crypto Trading for Profit
Discover a practical guide to crypto trading. Follow easy steps to set up, execute trades, manage risk, and maximize profits in volatile markets. By Idris Calloway Published February 4, 2026 21:22 UTC (7h ago) |
| Bitcoin Mining Enters the Zetahash Era as Profitability Tightens
Bitcoin mining crossed a historic threshold in late 2025. According to a recent report from GoMining, the network entered the zetahash era, surpassing 1 zetahash per second of computing power. But while hashrate surged to record levels, miner profitability moved in the opposite direction. The result is a mining industry that is larger, more... By Mohammad Shahid Published February 4, 2026 21:21 UTC (7h ago) |
 | Epstein’s Alleged Bitcoin, Crypto Investments Surface In Newly Released DOJ Files
The release of documents tied to Jeffrey Epstein by the US Department of Justice (DOJ) has sparked renewed debate within the crypto community, as newly surfaced details appear to show deeper — though still indirect — links between Epstein and some of the earliest institutions and figures connected to Bitcoin (BTC). While none of the […] By Ronaldo Marquez Published February 4, 2026 21:18 UTC (7h ago) |
| TRM Labs Reaches $1 Billion Valuation With $70 Million Series C Funding Round
TLDR: TRM Labs secured $70 million in Series C funding led by Blockchain Capital and Goldman Sachs investors. The blockchain analytics firm now serves 40% private sector clients as tokenization adoption accelerates rapidly. FBI and IRS rely on TRM Labs technology to investigate thousands of cryptocurrency-related criminal cases annually. Company... By Brenda Mary Published February 4, 2026 21:17 UTC (7h ago) |
 | XRP Analyst Sees ‘Teleport’ Move Ahead as Washington Drags on Clarity Act
Basing on the XRP/BTC chart, analyst says a decisive breakout above $2.72 opens a near-vertical path into double-digit XRP. Continue reading at DailyCoin. By DailyCoin Team Published February 4, 2026 21:13 UTC (7h ago) |
 | XRP Vs. Epstein: Community Members Call Out Coinbase As Shocking Details Surface
Controversy is sweeping across the XRP community after a crypto market commentator shared shocking details linking Coinbase and American financier and convicted sex offender, Jeffrey Epstein, with former regulatory actions that impacted XRP. The claims have ignited debate within the community over whether compliance concerns solely drove previous... By Sandra White Published February 4, 2026 21:00 UTC (7h ago) |
 | From holding crypto to generating income: How the 2026 “affiliate program” can help XRP and BTC users achieve millions in revenue
As volatility grows in 2026, XRP and BTC holders turn to IO DeFi’s affiliate program for structured, stable income. Amidst the high volatility of the crypto market, the profit model relying solely on price increases is facing increasing uncertainty. For… By Guest Post Published February 4, 2026 21:00 UTC (7h ago) |
 | CZ Flags AI-Generated Fake Account Behind Binance FUD
CZ exposed a long-running fake account using AI-generated images to pose as a Binance supporter before spreading BNB-related FUD. By Wayne Jones Published February 4, 2026 20:43 UTC (8h ago) |
 | Here’s what happened in crypto today
Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, NFTs, Web3 and crypto regulation. By Cointelegraph Published February 4, 2026 20:41 UTC (8h ago) |
| Wall Street Is Eyeing a CME Coin, and It Could Matter More Than Stablecoins
CME Group is exploring the launch of its own coin, but the move has little to do with retail crypto or payments. Instead, the token would target margin and collateral—the foundation of global derivatives markets. If launched, it could prove more systemically important than most stablecoins. The post Wall Street Is Eyeing a CME Coin, and It Could... By Mohammad Shahid Published February 4, 2026 20:38 UTC (8h ago) |
 | Alleged Bitcoin Ransom Deepens Mystery in Nancy Guthrie Disappearance
Bitcoin Magazine Alleged Bitcoin Ransom Deepens Mystery in Nancy Guthrie Disappearance The search for 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie has escalated after TMZ reported receiving an alleged ransom note demanding millions in Bitcoin, complete with a deadline, threats of harm, and a verified wallet address. This post Alleged Bitcoin Ransom Deepens Mystery... By Micah Zimmerman Published February 4, 2026 20:37 UTC (8h ago) |
 | Ethereum Sheds $100 Billion in Market Cap During a Relentless Weeklong Slide
Ethereum endured its sharpest decline of the year, losing $100 billion in market value and dropping nearly 27% in a week, with prices hitting $2,107, the lowest since May 2025. Institutional Movement and Macroeconomic Pressures While bitcoin’s steady erosion dominated the news cycle this week, ethereum (ETH) stole the spotlight for all the wrong... By Terence Zimwara Published February 4, 2026 20:35 UTC (8h ago) |
 | This Analyst Called The Bitcoin Price Crash 4 Months Ago, But There’s More
Months ago, a prominent crypto analyst outlined a precise window where the Bitcoin price could enter a violent downside phase. At the time, the projection seemed extreme. Now, with price behavior beginning to align with that roadmap, the analyst has released a far more expansive update — one that not only reinforces the crash call but also maps... By Sandra White Published February 4, 2026 20:30 UTC (8h ago) |
| CME Group Eyes Proprietary Digital Token Amid Growing Crypto Interest
TLDR CME Group is exploring the creation of its own cryptocurrency, according to CEO Terry Duffy. The company is considering launching a proprietary coin that could operate on a decentralized network. CME Group is working on a tokenized cash solution with Google, set to release later this year. The potential CME Coin could be used [...] The post... By Maxwell Mutuma Published February 4, 2026 20:26 UTC (8h ago) |
 | Anthropic rules out ads for Claude as Super Bowl spot targets ChatGPT ad plans
Anthropic says its Claude AI will remain ad-free, positioning itself against OpenAIs plans to explore ads on ChatGPT. The post Anthropic rules out ads for Claude as Super Bowl spot targets ChatGPT ad plans appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Estefano Gomez Published February 4, 2026 20:22 UTC (8h ago) |
| Fidelity launches FIDD stablecoin with over $59M supply on Ethereum
TLDR Fidelity Digital Assets has officially launched the FIDD stablecoin with an initial supply of over 59 million dollars. The FIDD stablecoin is now live on the Ethereum blockchain and is available for on-chain payments and institutional settlements. Fidelity confirmed that FIDD is fully backed by US dollars held in accredited banks and complies... By Maxwell Mutuma Published February 4, 2026 20:18 UTC (8h ago) |
 | NVIDIA Launches GPU-Accelerated Endpoints for Moonshot AI's Kimi K2.5 Model
NVIDIA now offers free GPU-accelerated API access to Kimi K2.5, a 1T parameter multimodal AI model with 384 experts and 262K context length for developers. (Read More)Published February 4, 2026 20:11 UTC (8h ago) |
 | Best Altcoins Right Now: Smart Money Rotates Into Bitcoin Infrastructure
Crypto sentiment is shifting decisively. While Bitcoin hovers around critical resistance levels, the real capital velocity is moving elsewhere. Seasoned investors are looking beyond simple price action on the majors and focusing on the “Best Altcoins Right Now” narrative—a story increasingly dominated by infrastructure plays rather than... By Denis Carter Published February 4, 2026 20:10 UTC (8h ago) |
 | Best Meme Coins as Risk Appetite Returns to Crypto Markets: Smart Money Rotates to L2 Utility
The “risk-on” signal is back. You can see it everywhere, but nowhere is it louder than in the resurgence of the meme coin sector. As Bitcoin takes a breather after its recent rallies, capital is aggressively sliding further out on the risk curve, chasing high-beta returns in assets like Dogecoin (DOGE), Pepe (PEPE), and dogwifhat (WIF). We’ve seen... By Denis Carter Published February 4, 2026 20:08 UTC (8h ago) |
 | What Crypto to Invest In Right Now as Market Conditions Shift Toward Bitcoin Infrastructure
Deciding what crypto to invest in right now is getting tricky. The market is pivoting from simple accumulation to a hunger for utility and yield. For most of the last cycle, the winning strategy was passive holding—treating Bitcoin like a digital rock, immovable and secure. But that’s changing. Recent on-chain data suggests a rotation is underway.... By Denis Carter Published February 4, 2026 20:07 UTC (8h ago) |
| UBS Reports Strong Profit Yet Stock Falls Over Cautious Crypto Plans
TLDR UBS Group AG reported a sharp rise in net profit driven by strong client activity and cost efficiency. The bank maintained capital ratios well above regulatory requirements and reiterated confidence in its 2026 financial targets. UBS confirmed continued progress in integrating acquired Swiss accounts and winding down non-core assets. Despite... By Maxwell Mutuma Published February 4, 2026 20:06 UTC (8h ago) |
 | Crypto Coins That Will Explode Next: Smart Money Pivots to Bitcoin Layer 2s
Crypto’s capital rotation is predictable in rhythm but wild in its targets. While retail chases the tail end of meme rallies, “smart money” is quietly positioning in a sector that’s historically been sluggish but holds the industry’s deepest liquidity: Bitcoin infrastructure. The narrative is shifting. We’re moving away from pure speculation... By Denis Carter Published February 4, 2026 20:05 UTC (8h ago) |
 | Best Cheap Crypto to Buy Now as Market Volatility Creates New Opportunities for Layer 2 Disruption
Market volatility is often misdiagnosed as purely negative. For the inexperienced, red candles signal danger. But for smart money? They signal a reset—a shift in valuations that opens the door for high-beta assets. As Bitcoin consolidates, liquidity is fracturing, moving away from stagnant legacy alts and toward specific sectors solving real... By Denis Carter Published February 4, 2026 20:03 UTC (8h ago) |
 | Best Crypto Presales to Invest In as Market Sentiment Shifts Toward Utility
The crypto market is currently undergoing a decisive rotation. While early cycle quarters were defined by meme-driven chaos and volatility, Q4 data signals a massive capital flight toward infrastructure. Specifically, smart money is positioning for the “Bitcoin Renaissance.” It’s a thesis driven by one massive, unignorable fact: there is... By Denis Carter Published February 4, 2026 20:01 UTC (8h ago) |
 | Ethereum Just Lost The Realized Price, But Here’s What Investors Are Up To
With volatility intensifying in the broader cryptocurrency market, the price of Ethereum has fallen sharply, drawing dangerously close to the $2,000 level. While there are speculations that the ongoing trend is akin to a bear market phase, investors seem to be unshaken by the sharp pullback in ETH’s price, with accumulation not showing signs of […] By Godspower Owie Published February 4, 2026 20:00 UTC (8h ago) |
 | Put crypto to work with KT DeFi and earn up to $5,000 per day with cloud mining
KT DeFi launches regulated cloud mining, offering low-entry, transparent access to BTC, XRP, ETH, SOL, and DOGE. In today’s rapidly evolving crypto landscape, a quiet but powerful transformation is taking place — one driven by energy efficiency and sustainability. Across… By Guest Post Published February 4, 2026 20:00 UTC (8h ago) |
 | Shiba Inu Hits Rock Bottom: Price Reversal Or Capitulation?
Analyst alarms: Shiba Inu finds itself on the edge of a deeper correction if this weekly trend-line doesn’t hold. Continue reading at DailyCoin. By Tadas Klimasevskis Published February 4, 2026 20:00 UTC (8h ago) |
 | Bitcoin Slides Below $73K as Mining Stocks Sink in Double-Digit Selloff
Bitcoin fell below $73.000 for the second time since April 2025, extending losses to 40% from its October peak while mining companies posted double-digit declines. The post Bitcoin Slides Below $73K as Mining Stocks Sink in Double-Digit Selloff appeared first on Coinspeaker. By Jos Rafael Pe a Gholam Published February 4, 2026 19:56 UTC (8h ago) |
| AMD stock falls over 16 percent despite beating Q4 earnings estimates
TLDR AMD stock declined more than 16 percent after the company released its Q4 earnings report. The company reported earnings per share of $1.53 on revenue of $10.3 billion which beat analyst expectations. Despite strong results in data center and PC segments investors expected higher performance and guidance. AMD projected Q1 revenue between $9.5... By Maxwell Mutuma Published February 4, 2026 19:52 UTC (8h ago) |
 | Matt Hougan: Crypto winter may be ending, institutional flows are stabilizing Bitcoin, and the Clarity Act could spark a bull market | The Wolf Of All Streets
Growing Wall Street trust may signal a turning point for crypto equities and a market recovery ahead. The post Matt Hougan: Crypto winter may be ending, institutional flows are stabilizing Bitcoin, and the Clarity Act could spark a bull market | The Wolf Of All Streets appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Editorial Team Published February 4, 2026 19:52 UTC (8h ago) |
 | U.S. regulator declares do-over on prediction markets, throwing out Biden era 'frolic'
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission tumultuous legal fight with events-contracts firms is done, and its new leader is yanking previous policy efforts. By Jesse Hamilton Published February 4, 2026 19:49 UTC (9h ago) |
 | Bitcoin Falls to $72,000 Intraday Low, Market Cap Down $500B Since Mid‑January Peak
Bitcoin fell below $73,000 for the second straight day, extending a volatile week in which it lost nearly 18% of its value and erased about $500 billion from its market cap since mid‑January. Bitcoin Erases Gains as Liquidations Mount For the second consecutive day, bitcoin slid below the $73,000 threshold, extending a volatile week that […] By Terence Zimwara Published February 4, 2026 19:45 UTC (9h ago) |
 | Bitcoin open interest falls by $55B in 30 days: What’s next for BTC price?
Futures traders drastically reduced their activity as Bitcoin’s weakness extends and new year-to-date lows become a daily occurrence. Cointelegraph reviews traders’ BTC price expectations. By Biraajmaan Tamuly Published February 4, 2026 19:45 UTC (9h ago) |
| Stifel: Bitcoin Could Collapse Below $40K
Global wealth management firm Stifel has issued a truly ugly forecast for Bitcoin (BTC).. By Alex Dovbnya Published February 4, 2026 19:45 UTC (9h ago) |
| U.S. Stocks Fall as Tech Declines and Investors Await Alphabet Results
TLDR U.S. stocks showed mixed performance as investors awaited Alphabet’s earnings results. The Nasdaq Composite dropped over one percent while the Dow Jones gained slightly. Private payrolls in the U.S. rose by only twenty-two thousand in January. Tech stocks, including Alphabet, Meta, and Tesla, traded lower during the session. AMD shares... By Maxwell Mutuma Published February 4, 2026 19:39 UTC (9h ago) |
 | Stifel Warns Bitcoin Could Drop to $38k: Here Is Why
The post Stifel Warns Bitcoin Could Drop to $38k: Here Is Why appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Stifel Financial Corp. (NYSE: SF) has issued a bold midterm prediction for Bitcoin (BTC) price. With Bitcoin price down 42% from its peak to hit a 14 month low of about $72k earlier today, Stifel stated that the flagship coin is on the cusp of... By Steve Muchoki Published February 4, 2026 19:39 UTC (9h ago) |
 | Character.AI Launches c.ai Labs for AI Entertainment Experiments
Character.AI unveils c.ai labs, a testing ground for experimental AI features including video generation, interactive comics, and AI-hosted podcasts. (Read More)Published February 4, 2026 19:37 UTC (9h ago) |
 | UK Lords Clash Over Stablecoins’ Role in Future Money System
The UK’s House of Lords held a session to hear opinions on stablecoins as part of a new inquiry into how they should be managed under national rules. By Editor-In-Chief, BitDegree Published February 4, 2026 19:36 UTC (9h ago) |
| Is Bitcoin Price Headed Lower? Analysts Debate a Much Deeper Fall
Bitcoin fell sharply to $73,000 on February 3, extending a broader bearish trend that has now erased 41% from its October 2025 all-time high above $126,000. The drawdown has intensified debate over whether the market is approaching a cyclical bottom—or entering a deeper corrective phase. The sell-off mirrors rising anxiety across traditional... By Luis Blanco Published February 4, 2026 19:35 UTC (9h ago) |
| MSTR Stock Target Cut to $185 as Analyst Adjusts to Crypto Market Fall
TLDR Joseph Vafi from Canaccord has reduced his MSTR stock price target by 61%. The new MSTR stock price target is now set at $185, down from $474. Vafi still maintains a buy rating despite the steep cut in his price estimate. Strategy’s stock has dropped 15% in 2026 and 62% over the past year. [...] The post MSTR Stock Target Cut to $185 as... By Maxwell Mutuma Published February 4, 2026 19:32 UTC (9h ago) |
 | Crypto crash today: Bitcoin, altcoins slump as Fear and Greed Index hits 14
Crypto wasn’t spared from the tech risk-off mood. Bitcoin slid 2.5% to around $73,000 — its lowest level since early November 2024 — officially giving back the entire post-Trump election rally, no receipt required. By Crispus Nyaga Published February 4, 2026 19:29 UTC (9h ago) |
 | Aragon Launches the Ownership Token Framework, a Verifiable Standard for Evaluating Crypto Tokens on Fundamentals
Aragon debuts a new framework and live dashboard that make token ownership verifiable, launching with Uniswap, Curve, Lido, Aerodrome, and other leading protocols as the first cohort to set a new standard for onchain transparency and accountability. By Elliot Veynor Published February 4, 2026 19:25 UTC (9h ago) |
 | Bitcoin bear market ends when 3 signals flip, and one is already starting to twitch
Julio Moreno, head of research at CryptoQuant, recently declared that Bitcoin is in a bear market that could extend through the third quarter of 2026. He's not alone. Matt Hougan at Bitwise and a growing chorus of institutional voices are using the “bear” label more freely than at any point since early 2023. Yet the […] The post Bitcoin bear... By Gino Matos Published February 4, 2026 19:25 UTC (9h ago) |
| Meta Stock Dips Amid Senate Proposal to Tackle Scam Ads Online
TLDR Meta stock dropped 1.7% following the introduction of the Senate’s SCAM Act, which targets scam ads on social media platforms. The SCAM Act proposes stricter regulations, requiring Meta to verify advertisers and giving enforcement power to the FTC and state attorneys general. Meta is facing increased scrutiny from both U.S. regulators and... By Maxwell Mutuma Published February 4, 2026 19:22 UTC (9h ago) |
 | Cosmo Jiang: Long-term crypto investment requires patience, gold’s pullback signals new dynamics, and Hyperliquid transforms trading with 24/7 access | Unchained
Shifts in market dynamics suggest gold's resurgence may impact Bitcoin's long-term viability as an asset. The post Cosmo Jiang: Long-term crypto investment requires patience, gold’s pullback signals new dynamics, and Hyperliquid transforms trading with 24/7 access | Unchained appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Editorial Team Published February 4, 2026 19:19 UTC (9h ago) |
 | rentahuman.ai Lets Robots Pay Humans for Real Tasks
A crypto engineer has released a website that allows artificial intelligence (AI) systems to hire people for real-world tasks. By Editor-In-Chief, BitDegree Published February 4, 2026 19:18 UTC (9h ago) |
| Fireblocks Announces Native Bitcoin DeFi Support With Stacks Integration
Fireblocks has integrated the Stacks network, enabling its 2,400+ institutional clients to access Bitcoin DeFi protocols for lending, staking, and earning yields without selling BTC holdings. The post Fireblocks Announces Native Bitcoin DeFi Support With Stacks Integration appeared first on Coinspeaker. By Tristan Greene Published February 4, 2026 19:15 UTC (9h ago) |
 | BTC Slides to $72K as On-Chain Data Confirms Bear Market Structure
Glassnode analysis reveals BTC's MVRV Z-Score at lowest since Oct 2022, with $1.26B daily realized losses and ETF outflows signaling deeper correction ahead. (Read More)Published February 4, 2026 19:15 UTC (9h ago) |
| PYPL Stock Dips 20%: What Does New CEO Lores Mean for Investors?
TLDR PayPal’s stock fell by 20.31% to $41.70, reaching a near 52-week low following a leadership change and earnings miss. Enrique Lores, former HP executive, was appointed as PayPal’s new CEO, replacing the previous leadership team. The company’s profit miss raised concerns about its near-term growth prospects under the new CEO’s leadership.... By Maxwell Mutuma Published February 4, 2026 19:12 UTC (9h ago) |
 | Cathie Wood’s Ark Invest Loads Up on Crypto Stocks Amid Market Slump
The Tuesday purchases followed a heavier round of acquisitions on Monday, during which Ark Invest loaded up on crypto-related shares worth more than $71 million. By Mandy Williams Published February 4, 2026 19:06 UTC (9h ago) |
 | Solana price outlook: bears test $90 amid massive liquidations
Solana dropped to $90 amid massive liquidations across the crypto market. Bitcoin and Ethereum fell to under $73,000 and $2,150. Standard Chartered forecasts SOL rally to $250 in 2026 and $2,000 by 2030. Cryptocurrencies are bearish, and Solana’s price has experienced one of the sharpest declines among top altcoins. In the past 24 hours, the […]... By Benson Toti Published February 4, 2026 19:05 UTC (9h ago) |
 | Bitcoin Shows Extended Coinbase Discount In Recent Market Data — Here’s What This Means
Recent market data has shown that Bitcoin has been trading at an extended discount on Coinbase. Over the past several months, this negative premium, where BTC prices on Coinbase sit below the international average level, has remained consistent. Such prolonged discounts have historically coincided with periods of market uncertainty or late-stage... By Godspower Owie Published February 4, 2026 19:00 UTC (9h ago) |
 | Shiba Inu Lead Dev Returns As Price Crashes To 3-Year Low, What’s Going On?
Shiba Inu lead developer Shytoshi Kusama has returned to the X platform, teasing an important update for the SHIB community. This comes just as the meme coin’s price crashed to a 3-year low amid the recent crypto market crash. Shiba Inu Lead Developer Returns as Price Hits New Lows In an X post, the Shiba […] By Scott Matherson Published February 4, 2026 19:00 UTC (9h ago) |
 | CME Group explores launching its own coin as exchange deepens tokenization push
CME Group CEO says the exchange is exploring tokenized cash and a potential proprietary coin as it reviews new forms of collateral. The post CME Group explores launching its own coin as exchange deepens tokenization push appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Estefano Gomez Published February 4, 2026 18:59 UTC (9h ago) |
 | Ripple Throws Weight Behind Hyperliquid, Fueling HYPE’s Rally Toward Crucial Levels
Ripple has announced new support for Hyperliquid, one of the fastest‑growing decentralized exchanges (DEXs) in the crypto sector, a move that has added momentum to the platform’s native token, HYPE, even as the broader market remains under pressure. Ripple Expands Prime Brokerage Platform With Hyperliquid In a press release issued on Wednesday,... By Ronaldo Marquez Published February 4, 2026 18:56 UTC (9h ago) |
| Ripple Prime Integrates Hyperliquid to Support Institutional Access to Onchain Derivatives Liquidity
Ripple Prime partners with Hyperliquid to offer institutional clients access to onchain derivatives trading within its unified prime brokerage platform. The post Ripple Prime Integrates Hyperliquid to Support Institutional Access to Onchain Derivatives Liquidity appeared first on Coinspeaker. By Tristan Greene Published February 4, 2026 18:53 UTC (9h ago) |
 | US won't 'bail out' Bitcoin, says Treasury Secretary Bessent
The comments came during Bessent's Congressional testimony on Wednesday in a tense exchange with California Representative Brad Sherman. By Vince Quill Published February 4, 2026 18:48 UTC (10h ago) |
 | Husky Inu AI (HINU) Completes Move To $0.00026230, Bitcoin (BTC) Nearly Loses $73,000 As Renewed Selling Pressure Drives Markets Lower
Husky Inu AI (HINU) has completed the latest price increase of its pre-launch phase, taking the value of its native HINU token from $0.00026130 to $0.00026230. The project’s pre-launch phase began on April 1, 2025. By Amara Khatri Published February 4, 2026 18:44 UTC (10h ago) |
 | Price predictions 2/4: BTC, ETH, BNB, XRP, SOL, DOGE, ADA, BCH, HYPE, XMR
Bitcoin price fell to a 15-month low of $72,169, leading one analyst to say a revisit of BTC’s realized price near $56,000 may occur in a few months. Do charts hint at a rebound rally before the weekend? By Rakesh Upadhyay Published February 4, 2026 18:43 UTC (10h ago) |
| U.Today Crypto Digest: Ripple Invited to White House, Elon Musk Promises ‘Dogecoin to the Moon’, Cardano Enters Wall Street with 3 New ETFs
Crypto news digest: Ripple joins White House crypto summit; Elon Musk reaffirms Dogecoin's “to the Moon” mission; more Cardano ETF products are coming. By Dan Burgin Published February 4, 2026 18:43 UTC (10h ago) |
 | XRP Sees $57 Million in Spot Outflows as Third-Largest Bank in Saudi Arabia Taps Ripple
Ripple's XRP could be gearing up for a rebound, as on-chain data show a notable surge in spot outflows. By Muthoni Mary Kiama Published February 4, 2026 18:33 UTC (10h ago) |
 | Wall Street giant CME Group is eyeing its own 'CME Coin,' CEO says
The initiative is part of CME's push into tokenized collateral, and the firm is collaborating with Google on a “tokenized cash” solution set to launch later this year. By Francisco Rodrigues Published February 4, 2026 18:31 UTC (10h ago) |
 | Is The $9B $BTC Whale Sale Driven by Quantum Fear? BMIC Offers The Shield
What to Know: $9B $BTC whale sale may signal early institutional de-risking from legacy encryption vulnerabilities ahead of quantum advancements. The ‘Harvest Now, Decrypt Later’ threat means encrypted data is being stolen today to be cracked by future quantum computers. BMIC provides the first complete financial stack (wallet, staking, payments)... By Ben W Published February 4, 2026 18:31 UTC (10h ago) |
 | US Stocks Walk a Tightrope: AI Fears Tangle With Earnings Strength
The U.S. stock market is having an identity crisis, torn between the promise of blockbuster earnings and the panic over an artificial intelligence (AI) bubble. The Gravity of the Grift Wednesday’s mixed trading session is more than just a squiggle on a chart; it’s a stark Rorschach test for investor sentiment. With the Dow Jones […] By Jamie Redman Published February 4, 2026 18:30 UTC (10h ago) |
 | Bitnomial launches first US-regulated Tezos futures, allowing retail exposure to XTZ
The listing follows Bitnomial’s January launch of Aptos futures, as the exchange continues expanding US-regulated derivatives beyond Bitcoin and Ether. By Nate Kostar Published February 4, 2026 18:30 UTC (10h ago) |
 | Deepsnitch AI Bonus: Chainlink and Avalanche Stall as $DSNT Moves Vertical Toward $1.47M Raised
The White House is exerting pressure on banks and the crypto industry to settle a high-stakes dispute over stablecoin yields. Investors are reacting by hunting for the next breakout opportunities, and many are eyeing a Deepsnitch AI bonus as a way to maximize their positions. While traditional assets navigate regulatory hurdles, this intelligence... By Michelle DG Published February 4, 2026 18:25 UTC (10h ago) |
 | Strategy ($MSTR) Shares Sink Over 20% in 5 Days as Bitcoin Crashes to $72,000
Bitcoin Magazine Strategy ($MSTR) Shares Sink Over 20% in 5 Days as Bitcoin Crashes to $72,000 Shares of Strategy ($MSTR) fell further today as Bitcoin’s sell‑off deepened. This post Strategy ($MSTR) Shares Sink Over 20% in 5 Days as Bitcoin Crashes to $72,000 first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman. By Micah Zimmerman Published February 4, 2026 18:15 UTC (10h ago) |
 | A new toolkit to outsmart quantum threats
By Web3 Market Analyst, BitDegree Published February 4, 2026 18:13 UTC (10h ago) |
 | Meme Coin Bloodbath: Can DOGE and SHIB Crash to $0 in 2026? 4 AIs Make Predictions
Can 2026 turn out to be a devastating year for the biggest meme coins? By Dimitar Dzhondzhorov Published February 4, 2026 18:10 UTC (10h ago) |
 | Bhutan Continues Consistent BTC Selling as Bitcoin Price Tanks to $72,000
Bitcoin Magazine Bhutan Continues Consistent BTC Selling as Bitcoin Price Tanks to $72,000 It looks like Bhutan sold $22.4 million in Bitcoin this week, continuing its pattern of periodic, strategic BTC sales. This post Bhutan Continues Consistent BTC Selling as Bitcoin Price Tanks to $72,000 first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by... By Micah Zimmerman Published February 4, 2026 18:10 UTC (10h ago) |
| 'Code Red': Cramer Reacts to Latest Bitcoin (BTC) Price Crash
The Bitcoin plunge has triggered nearly $680 million in long-position liquidations in just 24 hours. By Alex Dovbnya Published February 4, 2026 18:08 UTC (10h ago) |
 | Bitcoin slides to $72K, extending selloff and dragging crypto stocks lower
Bitcoin slid to $72K, extending its selloff and dragging crypto stocks, miners, and treasury firms lower amid broader market weakness. The post Bitcoin slides to $72K, extending selloff and dragging crypto stocks lower appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Estefano Gomez Published February 4, 2026 18:07 UTC (10h ago) |
 | Tramplin Announces Public Launch, Set to Introduce Premium Staking on Solana
On Wednesday, February 4, Tramplin, a premium staking platform built on Solana, announced it has officially launched and is set to introduce a proven real-world savings model built for crypto. While Tramplin is backed by iTreasury Ventures, it is built on Solana’s native staking architecture, which enables a premium-bonds-inspired reward... By PR DESK Published February 4, 2026 18:01 UTC (10h ago) |
 | TRON Network Integrated by CoolWallet to Deliver Lower-Cost, High-Speed Transactions With Full Self-Custody
This content is provided by a sponsor. PRESS RELEASE. Taipei, Taiwan, February 4, 2026 — CoolWallet, a leading self-custody hardware wallet provider, today announced the integration of energy rental services in the TRON blockchain ecosystem into its platform. This integration allows CoolWallet users to reduce transaction costs while securely... By Media Published February 4, 2026 18:00 UTC (10h ago) |
 | Galaxy Digital Posts Heavy Q4 Loss – A Turning Point for Crypto?
Galaxy Digital, a leading crypto institutional player, posts $482M Q4 loss amid volatile digital asset markets. Continue reading at DailyCoin. By Simona Ram Published February 4, 2026 18:00 UTC (10h ago) |
 | XRP price risks drop below $1.50 amid crypto market crash
Ripple’s XRP dropped nearly 5% in 24 hours and 20% in the past week. Bitcoin’s dip to $72,900 saw XRP come close to breaking below $1.50. XRP saw over $19 million in ETF inflows on February 3, 2026. XRP has fallen sharply, shedding about 20% over the past week to trade near the critical $1.50 […] The post XRP price risks drop below $1.50 amid... By Benson Toti Published February 4, 2026 17:51 UTC (11h ago) |
 | Spanish banking giant BBVA joins Qivalis consortium to issue European stablecoin
BBVA's involvement in the consortium could enhance Europe's financial independence and innovation, challenging US dominance in stablecoins. The post Spanish banking giant BBVA joins Qivalis consortium to issue European stablecoin appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Vivian Nguyen Published February 4, 2026 17:44 UTC (11h ago) |
 | Google Unveils Personal Intelligence Era with Gemini 3 and Auto Browse
Google's January AI blitz introduces Personal Intelligence across Gemini, Chrome's auto browse feature, and Universal Commerce Protocol for agentic shopping. (Read More)Published February 4, 2026 17:36 UTC (11h ago) |
 | White House sets February deadline to settle $6.6 trillion fight between Coinbase and banks
The White House's end-of-February deadline for banks and crypto firms to resolve the “stablecoin yield” debate exposes a structural fault line that was never going to stay buried. This isn't a speed bump on the road to crypto-friendly regulation. Instead, it's a core collision that happens when digital dollars scale large enough to threaten the... By Gino Matos Published February 4, 2026 17:35 UTC (11h ago) |
 | Why Is Crypto Market Going DownToday?
The post Why Is Crypto Market Going DownToday? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The crypto market extended its selloff on Tuesday, with Bitcoin falling below $73,000 for the first time since November 2024, triggering sharp swings across major digital assets. Bitcoin briefly dropped nearly $1,900 in just 25 minutes, wiping out around $70... By Anjali Belgaumkar Published February 4, 2026 17:31 UTC (11h ago) |
 | Bitcoin price sets new 15-month low under $73K as crypto liquidates $800M
Bitcoin fell to its lowest levels since November 2024 after beating its previous bottom, with $70,000 BTC price support and under coming into focus. By William Suberg Published February 4, 2026 17:31 UTC (11h ago) |
 | XRP Derivatives Paint a Cautious Picture as Price Stalls Under $1.65
On Wednesday, XRP spot values traded in a tight $1.53 to $1.62 range over the past 24 hours and was last seen at $1.56 at press time on Feb. 4, as derivatives data signaled a market growing more selective rather than outright confident. XRP Derivatives Flash Mixed Signals as Volatility Fades Options activity continues to […] By Jamie Redman Published February 4, 2026 17:30 UTC (11h ago) |
 | Bitcoin Quantum Panic Flares As Nic Carter And Developer Matt Corallo Clash
A fresh bout of “quantum panic” broke out across Bitcoin X on Tuesday after Castle Island’s Nic Carter and longtime Bitcoin developer Matt Corallo sparred over whether the ecosystem is treating post-quantum security as an urgent protocol priority or a speculative distraction. The exchange landed on a familiar Bitcoin fault line: decentralized... By Jake Simmons Published February 4, 2026 17:30 UTC (11h ago) |
 | Analyst Predicts XRP Price Wil Target 450% Rally To $7
Crypto analyst Diana has predicted that the XRP price could rally to $7, representing a 450% gain for the altcoin. She alluded to technical setups that prove that the token could reach this price target this year, which would mark a new all-time high (ATH). XRP Price Eyes 450% Rally To $7 In an X post, Diana stated that the XRP price technical... By Scott Matherson Published February 4, 2026 17:30 UTC (11h ago) |
 | ZAMA Rebounds Over 19% After Post-Launch Correction
Privacy-focused ZAMA token surges, enabling confidential smart contracts on Ethereum and Layer 2 chains. Continue reading at DailyCoin. By DailyCoin Team Published February 4, 2026 17:30 UTC (11h ago) |
 | L2 Builders Join Discourse on Buterin’s Scaling Model as $HYPER Brings SVM Speed to $BTC
What to Know: Vitalik Buterin’s push for stage 2 rollups has created a rift between Ethereum purists and L2 developers who prioritize execution speed over rigid decentralization milestones. Capital is increasingly rotating away from philosophical scaling debates and toward ecosystems that offer high-performance, “snap-execution” environments for... By Ben W Published February 4, 2026 17:26 UTC (11h ago) |
 | Crypto Market News Today: This February, DeepSnitch AI Eyes 1000x With Upcoming Launch as Bitcoin ETFs Recover and xAI Recruits Talent
Pulling in $562 million on Monday after shedding $1.5 billion last week, Bitcoin ETFs snapped a four-day outflow streak. The rebound came as BTC climbed back above $79,000 following a weekend dip near $75,000. And Elon Musk’s xAI is now recruiting a crypto specialist to train its AI models on on-chain data and market microstructure. These stories,... By Michelle DG Published February 4, 2026 17:25 UTC (11h ago) |
 | Attention Binance Users: Massive Malware Dataset Exposes 420,000 Accounts
A leaked dataset of 149M stolen credentials reportedly includes login details for around 420,000 Binance accounts. By Wayne Jones Published February 4, 2026 17:24 UTC (11h ago) |
 | Fireblocks to integrate Stacks for institutional-grade Bitcoin DeFi
The Bitcoin network has an average block time of about 10 minutes, which creates a challenge for decentralized finance applications. By Vince Quill Published February 4, 2026 17:23 UTC (11h ago) |
 | Amazon in talks with OpenAI to develop custom AI models for Alexa and broader product suite
Amazon is reportedly in talks with OpenAI on custom AI models as a potential $50B investment and major funding round take shape. The post Amazon in talks with OpenAI to develop custom AI models for Alexa and broader product suite appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Estefano Gomez Published February 4, 2026 17:21 UTC (11h ago) |
 | XRP price sits at key support as Permissioned DEX vote nears key milestone
XRP price remains in a bear market this week despite some important network news and progress on its permissioned decentralized exchange vote. The Ripple (XRP) token dropped to a key support level at $1.5463, down 56% from its 2025 high.… By Crispus Nyaga Published February 4, 2026 17:18 UTC (11h ago) |
 | Binance Wallet Debuts Security Center with 200+ Risk Detection Models
Binance Wallet launches first comprehensive Web3 security hub featuring real-time vulnerability scanning across wallet, asset, and transaction risks. (Read More)Published February 4, 2026 17:17 UTC (11h ago) |
 | Where Is The Best Place To Turn $500 Into $5,000? Remittix Rewards Presale Investors With 300% Bonus
As investors search for high-upside opportunities in a cautious crypto market, Remittix is drawing serious attention. The PayFi-focused project has already raised over $28.9 million, launched a live wallet and is now offering a limited 300% bonus to presale participants. With real product traction and tightening supply, Remittix is increasingly... By Michelle DG Published February 4, 2026 17:15 UTC (11h ago) |
 | Crypto Market Recap: January 2026
In January 2026, the crypto market saw a notable drop, influenced by macroeconomic uncertainty, inflated valuations in both traditional and digital assets, and a lack of significant positive catalysts for the sector. By Crypto Daily Published February 4, 2026 17:13 UTC (11h ago) |
 | Rutherford Chang Retrospective: Hundreds and Thousands at UCCA Beijing
Bitcoin Magazine Rutherford Chang Retrospective: Hundreds and Thousands at UCCA Beijing How Rutherford Chang Made Time, Touch, and Circulation Visible Inside Mass-Produced Objects. This post Rutherford Chang Retrospective: Hundreds and Thousands at UCCA Beijing first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Steven Reiss. By Steven Reiss Published February 4, 2026 17:11 UTC (11h ago) |
| NVIDIA Nemotron Models Power Enterprise Document AI for Finance and Legal
NVIDIA's Nemotron open models enable AI-powered document intelligence for financial services, legal workflows, and research. DocuSign and Justt among early adopters. (Read More)Published February 4, 2026 17:10 UTC (11h ago) |
 | Crypto presale list 2026: Pepe Dollar emerges as a leading crypto to buy now over Maxi Doge, Dogeball token and Based Eggman
Pepe Dollar emerges as a leading crypto buy in 2026 after $5m presale backed by audits and real utility. The quest for the next 1000X coin leads investors into the high-stakes arena of crypto presales, where early capital secures ground-floor… By Samuel Msiska Published February 4, 2026 17:09 UTC (11h ago) |
 | Crypto Long & Short: Europe’s role in the next wave of tokenisation
In this week’s Crypto Long & Short Newsletter, Lukas Enzersdorfer-Konrad writes about how the EU’s regulatory clarity could allow tokenised markets to scale. Then, Andy Baehr tells BNB to “suit up.” By Andy Baehr Published February 4, 2026 17:06 UTC (11h ago) |
 | Sonic price eyes Fibonacci extension at $0.03, oversold signals build
Sonic price is trading towards the 1.618 Fibonacci extension near $0.03 as oversold conditions intensify, keeping bearish momentum firmly in control. By Aziz Zamani Published February 4, 2026 17:06 UTC (11h ago) |
 | What Dubai’s ban on Monero and Zcash signals for regulated crypto
Dubai’s ban on privacy coins highlights how regulators are prioritizing transparency over anonymity in institutional crypto and regulated exchanges. By Dilip Kumar Patairya Published February 4, 2026 17:02 UTC (11h ago) |
| NVIDIA Nemotron RAG Gets Production Pipeline Tutorial for Enterprise AI
NVIDIA releases step-by-step guide for building multimodal document processing pipelines with Nemotron RAG, targeting enterprise AI deployments requiring precise data extraction. (Read More)Published February 4, 2026 17:01 UTC (11h ago) |
 | Market Strategist Warns Bitcoin Meltdown to $40,000 Incoming, Says People Are ‘Tired’ of the Crypto Trade
The chief equity strategist of Zacks Investment Research says the worst is yet to come as the price of Bitcoin (BTC) falls below $74,000. In a new interview on CNBC, John Blank says the price of the flagship crypto asset may still plummet to around half of its current value. “Generally speaking, a Bitcoin winner […] The post Market Strategist... By Rhodilee Jean Dolor Published February 4, 2026 17:00 UTC (11h ago) |
 | Gemini AI fait une prédiction totalement folle pour XRP en 2026
Alors que le marché crypto tente de retrouver un second souffle, certaines projections commencent à faire beaucoup de bruit. Dernière en date : une prédiction avancée par Gemini AI concernant XRP à l’horizon 2026. Une estimation ambitieuse, presque provocante, qui relance le débat autour du potentiel réel du jeton de Ripple. XRP : au bord […] By Bitcoinist Published February 4, 2026 17:00 UTC (11h ago) |
 | U.S. Treasury: US Government Cannot Deploy Taxpayer Funds to ‘Bail Out’ Bitcoin
Bitcoin Magazine U.S. Treasury: US Government Cannot Deploy Taxpayer Funds to ‘Bail Out’ Bitcoin As Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent testified before the House Financial Services Committee Wednesday morning, Rep. Brad Sherman pressed Bessent over whether the U.S. government could ever step in to “bail out” bitcoin. Bessent was presenting over the... By Micah Zimmerman Published February 4, 2026 16:59 UTC (11h ago) |
| BBVA Joins Twelve European Banks Building Euro Stablecoin to Challenge Tether Dominance
Spain's BBVA has joined the Qivalis consortium alongside eleven major European banks to develop a euro-based stablecoin. The project seeks regulatory approval and commercial launch in late 2025. The post BBVA Joins Twelve European Banks Building Euro Stablecoin to Challenge Tether Dominance appeared first on Coinspeaker. By Jos Rafael Pe a Gholam Published February 4, 2026 16:58 UTC (11h ago) |
 | Solana price forms a head-and-shoulders pattern despite steady network growth
Solana price has dropped for four consecutive weeks and is now trading at a crucial support level despite the soaring network metrics during the ongoing crypto winter. By Crispus Nyaga Published February 4, 2026 16:56 UTC (11h ago) |
 | Analyst Warns Shiba Inu Holders: Optimism Isn’t a Strategy
Simply averaging into SHIB based on bullish X posts ignores 4 years of “opportunities lost” elsewhere, says Humphries. Continue reading at DailyCoin. By DailyCoin Team Published February 4, 2026 16:56 UTC (11h ago) |
 | Newly unsealed DOJ files link Jeffrey Epstein to a 2014 investment in Coinbase
Emails show Brock Pierce introduced Jeffrey Epstein to the Coinbase round, while Blockchain Capital later said its fund investment was never completed as Epstein invested independently. By Olivier Acuna Published February 4, 2026 16:54 UTC (11h ago) |
 | Mistral AI Launches Voxtral Transcribe 2 With Sub-200ms Latency
Mistral releases Voxtral Transcribe 2 with real-time streaming at $0.003/min, undercutting competitors while matching accuracy. Open weights under Apache 2.0. (Read More)Published February 4, 2026 16:53 UTC (11h ago) |
 | From 'Ethereum’s sidekick' to standalone stars: How Vitalik Buterin’s latest pivot is forcing Layer 2s to grow up
Leaders across the layer-2 space don't see this moment as an existential threat, but rather that Ethereum’s progress is forcing them to clarify their purpose. By Margaux Nijkerk Published February 4, 2026 16:48 UTC (12h ago) |
| Dogecoin Price Forecast: DOGE plummets as retail investors exit amid broad market sell-off
Dogecoin (DOGE) holds near support at $0.1000 at the time of writing on Wednesday, as bears tighten their grip on assets across the crypto market. The leading meme coin remains on the back foot, weighed down by risk-off sentiment, low retail activity and weak technicals.Published February 4, 2026 16:48 UTC (12h ago) |
| Bessent Rules Out Bitcoin Bailout
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has shut the door on a potential "Bitcoin bailout," confirming to Congress that the U.S. will not use tax dollars to prop up the cryptocurrency market. By Alex Dovbnya Published February 4, 2026 16:47 UTC (12h ago) |
| ElevenLabs Hits $11B Valuation With $500M Series D Round
AI voice startup ElevenLabs triples valuation to $11B in Series D led by Sequoia, with $330M ARR and enterprise clients including Deutsche Telekom and Revolut. (Read More)Published February 4, 2026 16:46 UTC (12h ago) |
 | Nomura defends crypto strategy as it limits short-term volatility at Laser Digital
The Japanese bank said tighter positions and risk limits at Laser Digital are designed to reduce short-term volatility, not signal a pullback from crypto. By Olivier Acuna Published February 4, 2026 16:45 UTC (12h ago) |
| Is Hyperliquid Losing Ground? On-Chain Data Highlights Rising HFDX Adoption
Some parts of the crypto world think Hyperliquid might be slowing down. That talk comes as new numbers show traders and capital flow shifting toward new DeFi projects like HFDX. On-chain data shows trading patterns and volume trends that hint at real changes in where users spend their time and capital. Meanwhile crypto prices, news, [...] The post... By Michelle DG Published February 4, 2026 16:45 UTC (12h ago) |
 | Trump Token Launch Expands Digital Footprint as ‘Gym Bro’ Narrative Fuels $MAXI
What to Know: The planned launch of Trump-associated tokens has validated a strength-based market narrative, paving the way for high-energy, personality-driven crypto assets. A broader market rotation into high-beta assets suggests that retail traders are increasingly seeking outsized returns through gamified, risk-on ecosystems. Maxi Doge has... By Ben W Published February 4, 2026 16:41 UTC (12h ago) |
 | Latest BitDegree Mission Is Live: Sending Money Without Fees
The leading Web3 learning platform, BitDegree, has launched its latest Mission, titled Sending Money Without Fees: How It’s Done. By Editor-In-Chief, BitDegree Published February 4, 2026 16:40 UTC (12h ago) |
 | Anthropic Bets $350B Valuation on Ad-Free AI Strategy
Anthropic commits to keeping Claude ad-free permanently, betting its subscription model can sustain a potential $350B valuation without advertising revenue. (Read More)Published February 4, 2026 16:38 UTC (12h ago) |
| Ripple and Hyperliquid Deal Is a Big Win for HYPE, Not So Much for XRP
Ripple has announced that Ripple Prime, its institutional prime brokerage platform, now supports Hyperliquid, a fast-growing on-chain derivatives venue. At first glance, the headline looks broadly bullish for Ripple’s ecosystem. But a closer look shows the benefits are unevenly distributed: the deal is structurally positive for Hyperliquid and its... By Mohammad Shahid Published February 4, 2026 16:37 UTC (12h ago) |
 | HKMA Warns of Fraudulent Websites Targeting Hong Kong Crypto Investors
Hong Kong's central bank alerts public to fake HKMA websites using 'ensemble' domains to lure victims into fraudulent account openings. (Read More)Published February 4, 2026 16:31 UTC (12h ago) |
 | Ethereum’s L2 Scaling Story Gets a Rewrite From Vitalik Buterin
Vitalik Buterin is openly challenging long-held assumptions about Ethereum’s layer-two ( L2) strategy, arguing that the original vision for L2s no longer fits a network where the base layer itself is scaling rapidly. Vitalik Buterin Calls for Specialized Appchains Over Generic L2s In a recent X post, Vitalik Buterin argued that two developments... By Jamie Redman Published February 4, 2026 16:30 UTC (12h ago) |
 | Bitcoin's correlation with troubled software stock sector is growing
Software stocks are thought to be facing an existential threat from the rise of AI, and Bitcoin, noted one analyst, is just open-source software. By James Van Straten Published February 4, 2026 16:26 UTC (12h ago) |
 | DeepSnitch AI ($DSNT) vs LivLive ($LIVE) vs Bitcoin Hyper ($HYPER): What Early-Stage Project Reigns Supreme in 2026?
President Donald Trump is expected to sign the bill approved by the US House of Representatives, which will reopen the government after a recent partial shutdown. While the political tailwinds could push some liquidity into the choppy market, many traders are actually exploring presale opportunities. The biggest debate pits three projects against... By Michelle DG Published February 4, 2026 16:25 UTC (12h ago) |
| Together AI Drops Largest Open Dataset for Training Coding Agents
TogetherCoder-Preview releases 161K verified coding trajectories achieving 59.4% on SWE-Bench, giving developers unprecedented training data for AI agents. (Read More)Published February 4, 2026 16:23 UTC (12h ago) |
 | Solana (SOL) Nosedives by 25% in a Week: Further 50% Collapse on the Way?
Is SOL headed toward $50? By Dimitar Dzhondzhorov Published February 4, 2026 16:16 UTC (12h ago) |
 | Here’s How You Can Grab Your Exclusive 300% Crypto Bonus Today With Remittix
The best crypto to buy now debate took a sharp turn this week as market volatility pushed traders toward projects with real payment use and live products. Bitcoin chopped sideways, Ethereum fees stayed high and capital rotated into early-stage utility plays. That rotation quietly benefits one PayFi-focused DeFi project that just shipped a working... By Michelle DG Published February 4, 2026 16:15 UTC (12h ago) |
| Moltbook AI Network Suffers Major Security Breach Exposing 25K Users
Security researcher gains full database access to Moltbook AI agent social network in under 3 minutes, exposing API keys, emails, and private messages. (Read More)Published February 4, 2026 16:15 UTC (12h ago) |
 | XRP price slips below $1.60: How low can it go in February?
XRP’s bearish chart pattern signaled a possible price correction toward $1.22, fueled by declining demand and open interest. By Nancy Lubale Published February 4, 2026 16:15 UTC (12h ago) |
 | Fidelity stablecoin FIDD goes live as Wall Street moves deeper onchain
Fidelity launched its first stablecoin, FIDD, offering a dollar backed digital asset as regulatory clarity fuels Wall Street adoption. The post Fidelity stablecoin FIDD goes live as Wall Street moves deeper onchain appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Estefano Gomez Published February 4, 2026 16:14 UTC (12h ago) |
 | Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino Scales Back Capital Strategy as Bitcoin Hyper ($HYPER) Gains Momentum
What to Know: Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino is reportedly scaling back a $20B investment plan to consolidate reserves, signaling a shift in venture capital risk appetite. Capital is rotating from general tech investments into Bitcoin infrastructure, specifically Layer 2 solutions that solve scalability and programmability issues. Bitcoin Hyper utilizes... By Ben W Published February 4, 2026 16:13 UTC (12h ago) |
| TRM Labs Achieves Unicorn Status With $1 Billion Valuation After $70M Series C
Blockchain intelligence firm TRM Labs reached unicorn status after securing $70 million in Series C funding, bringing its valuation to $1 billion. The milestone reflects growing institutional demand for cryptocurrency transaction tracking and compliance tools. The post TRM Labs Achieves Unicorn Status With $1 Billion Valuation After $70M Series C... By Jos Rafael Pe a Gholam Published February 4, 2026 16:08 UTC (12h ago) |
 | Circle Runs $30K USDC Hackathon Where AI Agents Judge Each Other
Circle's experimental hackathon on Moltbook lets autonomous AI agents submit projects, vote on winners, and settle rewards in USDC - no human judges involved. (Read More)Published February 4, 2026 16:07 UTC (12h ago) |
| $12 Trillion Giant Vanguard Boosts Bitcoin Treasury Position: Details
Vanguard Group, the $12 trillion indexing powerhouse, has increased its stake in Strive ($ASST) to 27.63 million shares. By Alex Dovbnya Published February 4, 2026 16:03 UTC (12h ago) |
 | XRP News: Ripple Blurs Line Between Wall Street and DeFi With Hyperliquid
The post XRP News: Ripple Blurs Line Between Wall Street and DeFi With Hyperliquid appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Ripple is taking another step into decentralized finance, backing onchain derivatives at a moment when institutional players are quietly reassessing how and where they trade. The blockchain firm said its institutional... By Anjali Belgaumkar Published February 4, 2026 16:01 UTC (12h ago) |
 | Crypto Market Structure Bill Nears Key Moment As CFTC Chair Signals Progress Within Months
As uncertainty grows around the fate of the crypto market structure bill (CLARITY Act), newly appointed Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Chair Michael Selig is making a strong case for its passage. Selig argues that the legislation moving through Congress could position the United States as the global benchmark — or “gold standard” —... By Ronaldo Marquez Published February 4, 2026 16:00 UTC (12h ago) |
 | One Month In And 10% Of Dogecoin Millionaires Have Already Disappeared In 2026 – Details
Just one month into 2026, Dogecoin’s on-chain wealth metrics are already revealing a notable change. Data tied to wallet balances shows that a meaningful share of DOGE’s highest-value holders has dropped out of the millionaire bracket since the start of the year. The change has unfolded quickly and lines up with a period of price weakness, which... By Sandra White Published February 4, 2026 16:00 UTC (12h ago) |
 | Crypto markets are weak: Here’s how some investors are still earning with SolStaking
As crypto prices slide and volatility spikes, some investors are shifting away from price bets toward structured, contract-based participation models like SolStaking. #partnercontent By Guest Post Published February 4, 2026 16:00 UTC (12h ago) |
 | Ripple integrates Hyperliquid to expand institutional DeFi access
Ripple's integration of Hyperliquid into its platform could significantly enhance institutional DeFi liquidity, driving broader market innovation. The post Ripple integrates Hyperliquid to expand institutional DeFi access appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Vivian Nguyen Published February 4, 2026 15:56 UTC (12h ago) |
| Bitcoin (BTC) Price Analysis for February 4
Can the decline of Bitcoin (BTC) continue to the $70,000 area? By Denys Serhiichuk Published February 4, 2026 15:56 UTC (12h ago) |
 | How Much XRP Is “Enough”? Analyst Maps Out Bullish Holder Tiers
Even though XRP's ownership is concentrated, just 2,301 XRP is enough to place a holder in the top 10% of all wallets. Continue reading at DailyCoin. By DailyCoin Team Published February 4, 2026 15:55 UTC (12h ago) |
 | Shiba Inu Team Says SHIB Will Make a Come Back
Lucie, the marketing lead of the Shiba Inu ecosystem, struck an optimistic tone on SHIB’s future, insisting the token will eventually stage a comeback. As the broader crypto market continues to face sustained downturns, Lucie issued words of encouragement to investors. Visit Website By Lele Jima Published February 4, 2026 15:54 UTC (12h ago) |
| Shiba Inu (SHIB) Hits 9,000% Liquidation Imbalance Right After Death Cross: Is $0 for SHIB Price Real?
Shiba Inu (SHIB) faces an 8,972% liquidation imbalance as a bearish "death cross" tests critical $0.00000667 support. Plus, Wintermute's CEO warns of "broken" tokenomics on the current market. By Gamza Khanzadaev Published February 4, 2026 15:54 UTC (12h ago) |
 | Bitcoin Price Crashes Over $53,000 in Four Months as Analysts Reveal What Comes Next
The post Bitcoin Price Crashes Over $53,000 in Four Months as Analysts Reveal What Comes Next appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Bitcoin has lost more than $53,000 in value over the past four months, extending a sharp downturn that has erased much of last year’s rally and left investors searching for signs of stability. Bitcoin peaked near... By Anjali Belgaumkar Published February 4, 2026 15:52 UTC (12h ago) |
 | Bitcoin Loses Support Levels at the Halving AVWAP, the ATH AVWAP, and the SMA50
Amid the ongoing downturn, Bitcoin has dropped below three critical price markers: the halving AVWAP, the ATH AVWAP, and the SMA50. Bitcoin has continued to weaken over the past several days, pushing its price down to $74,890. Visit Website By Sam Wisdom Raphael Published February 4, 2026 15:52 UTC (13h ago) |
 | Elon Musk Confirms SpaceX Still On A Course To Put Dogecoin On The Literal Moon Next Year
A physical Dogecoin (DOGE) could reach the Earth’s moon as early as 2027, according to Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk. The DOGE-1 lunar mission could ultimately prove DOGE’s utility beyond our planet’s orbit. DOGE-1 To The Moon: Will Dogecoin Moon Too? “Maybe next year,” Musk replied when asked by Tesla Owners Silicon Valley, one […] By Brenda Ngari Published February 4, 2026 15:52 UTC (13h ago) |
 | Indian investors are buying the bitcoin price dip, CoinDCX says
Indian crypto investors have been buyers of bitcoin and other layer 1 tokens, maintaining a well-diversified portfolio, CoinDCX told CoinDesk. By Omkar Godbole Published February 4, 2026 15:50 UTC (13h ago) |
| 2,715,500,000 XRP: Key Metric Signals Pause on XRP Demand
XRP exchange reserve continues to increase amid a broad crypto market pullback, suggesting that holders are increasingly dumping off their assets on supported exchanges. By Caroline Amosun Published February 4, 2026 15:50 UTC (13h ago) |
 | Crypto.com Prediction Market Platform Unveiled While $BMIC ‘Future-proofs’ Investments
What to Know: Crypto.com is entering the prediction market space, validating the sector and bringing regulated binary options to retail users. The ‘Harvest Now, Decrypt Later’ threat means data generated by high-volume trading today could be vulnerable to future quantum attacks. BMIC provides a solution through a Full Quantum-Secure Finance Stack,... By Ben W Published February 4, 2026 15:48 UTC (13h ago) |
 | Bitcoin falls back to $74,000, remaining on defense as AI jitters shake tech sector
AI infrastructure stocks like HUT 8, IREN, and Cipher Mining are plunging as AMD sinks 14% following fourth quarter results. By Krisztian Sandor Published February 4, 2026 15:48 UTC (13h ago) |
| HFDX Liquidity Growth Signals Shift In Professional Perp Trading Behavior
For a long time, perpetual futures trading followed a familiar pattern. Liquidity was also reliable and predictable, so professional traders did not switch to decentralized platforms; they stayed on the centralized ones as no one had more confidence in them. There were also decentralized alternatives which were considered as experimental. Useful... By Michelle DG Published February 4, 2026 15:45 UTC (13h ago) |
 | Spanish lender BBVA joins EU banks' stablecoin venture to challenge digital dollars
The $800 billion-asset bank is the 12th to join Amsterdam-based Qivalis, which aims to introduce a euro-pegged token this year. By Krisztian Sandor Published February 4, 2026 15:45 UTC (13h ago) |
 | Standard Chartered Trims Solana 2026 Target — But Still Sees SOL Price Hitting $2,000 By 2030
British multinational bank Standard Chartered has lowered its end-2026 Solana price target, while raising long-term forecasts. By Brenda Ngari Published February 4, 2026 15:44 UTC (13h ago) |
 | The Protocol: Vitalik Buterin’s stark warning on layer-2 roadmap
Also: Open-source alternative for bitcoin miners, EF’s quantum-computing team and a new lending protocol for XRP By Margaux Nijkerk Published February 4, 2026 15:43 UTC (13h ago) |
| Cardano Trading Volume Surges 55% as ADA Makes Top 10 Comeback: Details
Cardano jumps 55% in volume as crypto market's top 10 gets reshuffled. By Tomiwabold Olajide Published February 4, 2026 15:43 UTC (13h ago) |
 | Binance FUD Resurfaces, but On-Chain Data Tells a Different Story
Fresh concerns around the solvency of the Binance exchange have resurfaced on social media this week. However, on-chain data suggests the exchange is not showing the distress signs typically seen before major crypto collapses. Visit Website By Abdulkarim Abdulwahab Published February 4, 2026 15:42 UTC (13h ago) |
 | Trump’s ‘Golden Calf’: The Wild Crypto Gamble Behind the PATRIOT Memecoin
PATRIOT memecoin fell over 90% after launch while promoters used a 15-foot gold-leaf Trump statue to market it. Sculptor Alan Cottrill claimed $75,000 for IP rights, and the dispute delayed a planned public unveiling. A 15-foot statue of former U.S. President Donald Trump, cast in bronze and coated with gold leaf, has become central to [...] By Lucas Oliver Published February 4, 2026 15:40 UTC (13h ago) |
 | Cardano Reclaims Top 10 Spot Amid Updated ADA ETF Filing
Cardano (ADA) has reclaimed its spot among the top ten largest cryptocurrencies by market capitalization. By Muthoni Mary Kiama Published February 4, 2026 15:40 UTC (13h ago) |
| DOGE Price Analysis for February 4
Can the bounce back of DOGE continue to the $0.11 zone? By Denys Serhiichuk Published February 4, 2026 15:39 UTC (13h ago) |
 | Hyperliquid flips the bear market script with a 71% surge while trillions vanish from global risk trades
Hyperliquid has broken ranks with the broader digital asset market, posting a massive double-digit rally while Bitcoin and other major altcoins like XRP suffer from the bear market. According to CryptoSlate's data, Hyperliquid's HYPE is one of the crypto market's top performers over the past two weeks, jumping roughly 71% to a high of $35, […] The... By Oluwapelumi Adejumo Published February 4, 2026 15:35 UTC (13h ago) |
 | Helix Alpha Systems Ltd Formalizes Cross-Asset Architecture Under Strategic Direction of Brian Ferdinand
Helix Alpha Systems Ltd has formalized a cross-asset research architecture defining how its quantitative systems... By Blockchain Wire Published February 4, 2026 15:35 UTC (13h ago) |
 | Coinbase’s Base Resolves Delay Bug, Restores Network Stability
Base, the Ethereum ETH Layer-2 network run by Coinbase , confirmed that recent transaction delays and missing entries were caused by a configuration mistake, which has now been corrected. By Editor-In-Chief, BitDegree Published February 4, 2026 15:34 UTC (13h ago) |
| Gold Turns Wilder Than Bitcoin as Volatility Explodes to 2008 Levels | US Crypto News
Welcome to the US Crypto News Morning Briefing—your essential rundown of the most important developments in crypto for the day ahead. Grab a coffee and brace yourself: markets are moving in ways few expected. One asset is swinging wildly, defying norms, while the other struggles to catch up. Traders and investors are watching closely as The post... By Lockridge Okoth Published February 4, 2026 15:33 UTC (13h ago) |
 | XRP ETFs See Fresh Inflows Despite Ongoing Crypto Market Crash
The post XRP ETFs See Fresh Inflows Despite Ongoing Crypto Market Crash appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News While XRP prices have struggled in recent weeks, flows into XRP-linked exchange-traded products tell a more mixed and in some ways surprising story. Data from recent ETF activity shows that investors continued adding XRP exposure in... By Anjali Belgaumkar Published February 4, 2026 15:33 UTC (13h ago) |
 | Bitcoin Rebounds Above $75K After Shutdown Relief, But New Risks Loom
Bitcoin rebounded from recent lows after U.S. lawmakers ended the government shutdown, but lingering fiscal deadlines and cautious derivatives positioning suggest crypto markets remain on edge. Crypto Volatility Persists Despite U.S. Shutdown Resolution Crypto markets remain unsettled as short-term political relief gives way to fresh sources of... By Emmanuel Musa Published February 4, 2026 15:30 UTC (13h ago) |
 | Bitcoin-native USDT protocol joins CTDG Dev Hub
An emerging protocol enabling native USDT transactions on Bitcoin becomes the latest participant of CTDG Dev Hub, a developer-centric technical hub by Cointelegraph focused on protocol design, implementation approaches, and network upgrade proposals. By Ayse Karaman Published February 4, 2026 15:30 UTC (13h ago) |
 | XRP Open Interest Hits Lowest Since November 2024: What This Means for Traders
XRP's derivatives market has dropped to multi-month lows in open interest, clearing leverage, and setting up cleaner conditions for a possible trend reversal. By Chayanika Deka Published February 4, 2026 15:27 UTC (13h ago) |
 | Ripple’s prime brokerage platform adds support for decentralized exchange Hyperliquid
This integration allows cross-margining of decentralized finance derivatives alongside traditional assets, enhancing centralized risk management. By Francisco Rodrigues Published February 4, 2026 15:27 UTC (13h ago) |
 | Top Crypto Presale 2026 Is DeepSnitch AI, Which Targets Moonshot Gains While FET and Chainlink Build Momentum
Artificial intelligence has become the dominant investment theme for the world’s wealthiest investors, and JPMorgan’s 2026 Global Family Office Report shows 65% of family offices are prioritizing AI-related assets. Meanwhile, ING Germany has rolled out ETPs from Bitwise and ETNs from VanEck covering, among a few more, Bitcoin, Ether, and Solana.... By Michelle DG Published February 4, 2026 15:25 UTC (13h ago) |
 | Bitcoin Mega-Whale Sparks Nerves as Price Tests “Last Buy Zone”
BTC’s pullback to $73K has one veteran analyst focused on a warning sign rather than the price: a bold remark from Saylor. Continue reading at DailyCoin. By DailyCoin Team Published February 4, 2026 15:24 UTC (13h ago) |
| Shiba Inu Spot Flows Surge 1,546% in 24 Hours, But SHIB Price Stays in Red
Shiba Inu skyrockets 1,546% in spot flows as crypto market intensifies sell-off. By Tomiwabold Olajide Published February 4, 2026 15:24 UTC (13h ago) |
 | Binance is Proof-of-Reserve Champ: Why $MAXI Is The Next Crypto to Explode
What to Know: Binance’s latest Proof-of-Reserves (PoR) confirms 1:1 asset backing, creating the safety baseline required for a broader market risk-on rotation. Smart money is moving from stable infrastructure plays into high-volatility assets, evidenced by aggressive accumulation in new presales. Maxi Doge ($MAXI) combines viral ‘gym-bro’ culture... By Ben W Published February 4, 2026 15:22 UTC (13h ago) |
 | Fold launches unified app to integrate Bitcoin rewards with daily spending
Fold's app integration could accelerate Bitcoin's mainstream adoption by simplifying its use in daily financial activities. The post Fold launches unified app to integrate Bitcoin rewards with daily spending appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Vivian Nguyen Published February 4, 2026 15:21 UTC (13h ago) |
| BNB Price Forecast: BNB sell-off intensifies as developers launch new token standard for AI-driven assets
BNB (BNB) is extending losses below $750 at the time of writing on Wednesday, after erasing almost all the gains accrued since early August. The exchange native token hovers 46% below its record high of $1,375 amid structural weakness and weak sentiment in the broader crypto market.Published February 4, 2026 15:18 UTC (13h ago) |
| Cardano Flips Bitcoin Cash to Reclaim Top 10 Crypto Ranking
Cardano price is still facing a sell-off, but the overall market ranking has improved relative to Bitcoin Cash. By Godfrey Benjamin Published February 4, 2026 15:18 UTC (13h ago) |
 | Remittix Could Replicate Pepe & Shiba Inu Early Success As 300% Bonus Goes Live Today For Presale Buyers
The crypto market has seen this pattern before. Early buyers spot momentum before the crowd and life-changing gains follow. As Remittix nears the $30 million milestone having sold over 701 million tokens at $0.123, there is a strong feeling among many investors that a comparable early stage opportunity was emerging once again. With the volatility... By Michelle DG Published February 4, 2026 15:15 UTC (13h ago) |
 | White House Frames Clarity Act as Crown Jewel of Crypto Policy
White House Crypto Adviser Patrick Witt described the Clarity Act as the most critical remaining piece of U.S. cryptocurrency legislation. Visit Website By Lele Jima Published February 4, 2026 15:12 UTC (13h ago) |
| 277,731,894 Dogecoin (DOGE) Stun Robinhood: Last Shakeout Before "To the Moon?"
A 277,731,894 DOGE transfer worth $29.4 million from an unidentified wallet to Robinhood reignited debate; is this exit liquidity before a dump or the trigger for Dogecoin's next breakout? By Gamza Khanzadaev Published February 4, 2026 15:12 UTC (13h ago) |
 | What’s Next for Bitcoin as it Sweeps the April 2025 Lows
The next possible price action of Bitcoin is now in focus after weak momentum ensured it retested lows last seen in April 2025. Bitcoin visited this low yesterday, contributing to a broader market bloodbath. Visit Website By Elendu Benedict Published February 4, 2026 15:08 UTC (13h ago) |
 | Tramplin Introduces Premium Staking on Solana, a Proven Savings Model Rebuilt for Crypto
George town, Cayman Islands, 4th February 2026, Chainwire The post Tramplin Introduces Premium Staking on Solana, a Proven Savings Model Rebuilt for Crypto appeared first on The Daily Hodl. By Chainwire Published February 4, 2026 15:08 UTC (13h ago) |
 | Why are Bitcoin, Ethereum and XRP Prices Still Crashing Today?
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