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On-chain investigator ZachXBT says he will release a major report on Feb. 26 targeting “one of the most profitable businesses in crypto.” He alleges that several employees at the unnamed firm used internal data for insider trading over a long period. Speculation is already building. Data from Polymarket shows Solana-based protocol Meteora as the leading guess, though other names remain in the mix. Full details are expected when the report goes live.
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Stablecoin payments firm RedotPay is reportedly considering a U.S. stock market listing that could raise up to $1 billion. The company previously secured $107 million in a Series B round led by Goodwater Capital, with participation from Pantera Capital, Blockchain Capital and Circle Ventures. RedotPay says it serves over 6 million users across 100+ markets.
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XRP is gaining fresh attention after Grayscale Investments revealed advisers are increasingly hearing client questions about the token. The firm noted XRP ranks just behind Bitcoin in investor discussions, pointing to strong community demand. Brad Garlinghouse also reacted positively on social media. While institutional interest appears to be rising, analysts say real adoption and regulatory clarity will ultimately determine XRP’s long-term market trajectory.
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Michael Saylor’s company “Strategy” continues its aggressive Bitcoin acquisition, adding 592 BTC for around 39.8 million dollars at an average price of $67,286 per coin. This latest buy reflects confidence in Bitcoin’s long-term store of value. As of February 22, 2026, Strategy holds 717 722 BTC, purchased for roughly 54.56 billion dollars with an average cost of about 76 020 dollars, underscoring its persistent accumulation strategy.
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Brazil’s central bank is moving forward with a new regulatory framework for institutional virtual asset service providers (VASPs). The plan outlines clear rules for licensing, compliance, and supervision, with phased implementation set to continue through 2027. The goal is to bring stronger oversight to crypto firms operating in the country. Officials also aim to tighten anti-money laundering standards and improve operational requirements, helping create a safer and more structured environment for the growing digital asset market.
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XRP price is trading near $1.34 after dropping about 69% from its $3.66 peak. Price has fallen below the $2 support and is now testing a key higher-timeframe demand zone. On-chain data from Santiment shows the Ripple network just recorded its biggest realized loss spike since November 2022, with $1.93B in weekly losses. Key level to watch: $0.66. Holding above it keeps the bullish case alive.
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Markets turned uneasy after Donald Trump signaled plans to push global tariffs toward 15%. Investors worry the policy shift could tighten financial conditions and slow global trade. The announcement added fresh uncertainty at a sensitive time for risk assets, including crypto. Traders are now watching closely to see whether the tariff push expands or gets softened in the coming weeks.
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Crypto prices are falling as global uncertainty spooks investors. Markets reacted after tariff tensions resurfaced and fears of wider conflict grew. When uncertainty rises, traders often reduce exposure to volatile assets like crypto first. Bitcoin and major altcoins have been moving sideways to lower as liquidity stays cautious. Unless clarity returns on macro risks, the broader crypto market could remain under short-term pressure.
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Robert Kiyosaki, author of Rich Dad Poor Dad, bought Bitcoin at around $67,000 as prices fell from recent highs near $90,000. He emphasized the U.S. debt crisis and Bitcoin’s capped supply of 21 million coins, most already mined, as strong reasons to buy now. Kiyosaki warned that the Federal Reserve could print trillions more, risking further dollar devaluation, and sees Bitcoin as a hedge against inflation. His move sparked mixed reactions, with some praising his strategy and others questioning his timing and past Bitcoin sales.
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Tether’s USDT supply fell to $183.7 billion in February, down 1.7% from January, marking its biggest monthly decline since the FTX collapse. The drop comes as redemptions outpace new issuances, influenced by Europe’s MiCA regulations, Bitcoin’s 23% decline this year, and investors moving to alternatives like USDC. Despite the supply contraction, USDT’s $1 peg remains stable, backed by solid reserves, showing continued market confidence in the stablecoin.
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Bitcoin’s mining difficulty jumped roughly 15% to a new all‑time high of about 144.4 trillion, bouncing back from a recent steep decline after storms reduced global hashrate by up to 30%. The rebound reflects miners powering machines back on and total hashrate climbing close to 1 zettahash per second, helping keep block times near the 10‑minute target. Even with low hashprices around $24 per PH/s and Bitcoin trading near $67,000, most miners are staying online, showing resilience rather than exiting for other computing markets.
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Binance founder Changpeng Zhao returned to the U.S. in February 2026 for the first time since his 2024 release, attending a major crypto summit at Mar-a-Lago organized by Trump-linked World Liberty Financial. Zhao engaged with Eric Trump and Donald Trump Jr., later posting on X that he “learned a lot” from the event. The summit drew prominent figures, including Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon, NYSE President Lynn Martin, investor Kevin O’Leary, Coinbase’s Brian Armstrong, Senator Bernie Moreno, and artist Nicki Minaj, highlighting widespread interest in crypto dialogue.
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On Feb. 19, US spot Bitcoin ETFs saw 166 million dollars in net outflows, marking the third straight day of withdrawals and showing ongoing investor caution. At the same time, spot Ethereum ETFs recorded 130 million dollars in outflows, with BlackRock’s ETHA leading at 96.8 million dollars, reflecting weaker institutional demand and short-term market uncertainty.
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South Korean prosecutors have recovered about $21.4 million worth of Bitcoin that was stolen from their custody last year. The 320.88 BTC was originally seized from a gambling platform but went missing in August 2025 after investigators were tricked by a phishing site that exposed wallet keys. Authorities froze transactions tied to the theft, making it hard to liquidate the funds, and the hacker ultimately returned the Bitcoin. While the assets are now secured, officials continue trying to identify the unknown hacker.
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The UAE‑linked Citadel Mining has mined and held about 6,782 Bitcoin ($453.6 million), according to on‑chain data tracked by Arkham Intelligence. The mining push began in 2022 and leverages Abu Dhabi’s low‑cost energy and industrial facilities, with no major Bitcoin outflows in the past four months, suggesting a long‑term stance. After accounting for energy costs, unrealized profit on the holdings is around $344 million. The accumulation ranks the UAE among the world’s notable Bitcoin holders and reflects a broader national strategy of using mining to build digital reserves rather than simply trading assets.
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The White House will host its third stablecoin yields meeting at 9 a.m. ET on Friday, following two earlier sessions that failed to resolve tensions between banks and crypto firms. Banks argue that yield-bearing stablecoins drain deposits, while crypto companies say yields drive innovation and user returns. The talks are linked to the stalled bipartisan CLARITY Act, which would define crypto oversight roles. Optimism is building, with Polymarket odds near 70% for passage in 2026.
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World Liberty Financial is launching a tokenized investment tied to the Trump International Hotel & Resort in the Maldives through a partnership with Securitize and DarGlobal, aiming to bring real-world assets onto blockchain. The luxury resort, set for completion in 2030 with about 100 beachfront and overwater villas, will offer eligible accredited investors exposure to loan revenue and potential fixed returns. Announced at the World Liberty Forum, the initiative reflects WLFI’s broader strategy to expand decentralized finance into traditional real estate markets.
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Bitcoin is trading sideways around $68,000, stuck in a $65K-$72K range since early February. Outflows of $105 million from U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs are capping short-term rallies, while low volatility keeps the market in a holding pattern. Bulls highlight strong support near $50K and undervaluation versus gold, but bears warn of potential drops to $48K-$42K if key levels break. Recent $193 million in liquidations show risks are still high as traders wait for the next big move.
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On-chain analyst Willy Woo outlined Bitcoin’s bear cycle in three phases. Phase 1 began with a Q3 2025 liquidity breakdown, while Phase 2 is expected once broader market weakness sets in, leading eventually to capitulation and recovery. Bitcoin has fallen 47% from its $126K peak to $67.3K, with volatility levels not seen since the 2022 FTX crash. Critics cite Woo’s past missed calls, but bulls highlight softer inflation and ETF inflows as potential stabilizers, suggesting the market could weather this bear cycle.
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Ethereum’s Beacon Deposit Contract has reached 80.97 million ETH, now holding over 50% of the total supply for the first time in its 11-year history. This growth from 77.85 million a month ago reflects continued deposits following the 2022 Merge, where users lock ETH to secure the network and earn rewards. Long-term holders show commitment with steady inflows, while analysts note that rising staking reduces liquid supply, signaling tighter liquidity ahead for trading.
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XRP is trading near $1.48, holding a $90 billion market cap, and remains the fourth-largest crypto behind Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Tether. Technical indicators show weekly and monthly RSI in oversold zones, signaling a potential rebound. Enthusiasts who held through February’s $1.36 dip are cheering a recovery, while Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse highlights growing institutional interest and 2026 adoption prospects. Analysts like Standard Chartered caution with a $2.80 target, watching support at $1.42–$1.48 for stability.
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Sam Bankman-Fried has argued that FTX was financially sound at the time it filed for bankruptcy, claiming the platform held sufficient assets to meet customer balances even after withdrawals were frozen. Speaking amid his prison sentence, he maintains that users have since been repaid in full and says this should be considered in his request for a reduced sentence. His remarks have reopened debate over the exchange’s liquidity, asset management, and the true state of its finances before the collapse.
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Billionaire investor Peter Thiel and his firm Founders Fund have fully sold their stake in ETHZilla, reducing ownership from about 7.5 percent to zero by the end of 2025, according to SEC filings. The company had raised 425 million dollars to build an Ether treasury after rebranding from 180 Life Sciences, and Thiel’s backing once pushed shares above 174 dollars before they later fell sharply. Following market weakness and the sale of Ether to repay debt, ETHZilla shifted focus toward tokenized jet engine leases, while Thiel chose to step away completely.
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Asset manager Bitwise has filed for a new group of prediction market-style ETFs under the PredictionShares brand, joining Roundhill in the race to bring these event-linked funds to market. The proposed ETFs would let investors gain regulated exposure to binary contracts tied to outcomes of the 2028 U.S. presidential election and the 2026 Congressional midterms, with payouts based on each specific result. Bitwise says the move responds to growing interest in prediction markets and aims to expand access through traditional brokerage accounts. Approval from regulators is still pending.
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Dragonfly Capital has closed its fourth fund at $650 million, even as it describes the current crypto venture landscape as a “mass extinction event.” Despite market challenges, the firm remains focused on key growth areas in crypto, including financial infrastructure, stablecoins, on-chain finance, and tokenized real-world assets (RWA). The move highlights Dragonfly’s long-term confidence in blockchain innovation, positioning the firm to back projects that could shape the future of decentralized finance despite broader market volatility.
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Michael Saylor’s Bitcoin treasury company, Strategy, continued its aggressive accumulation by buying 2,486 BTC in its latest purchase, adding roughly $168 million to its treasury. This brings the firm’s total Bitcoin holdings to 717,131 BTC acquired for about $54.52 billion at an average price of around $76,027 per coin as of February 16, 2026, making it one of the largest corporate holders of Bitcoin and underscoring its long‑term belief in BTC despite recent market volatility.
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Ethereum’s tokenized real-world assets, including U.S. Treasuries, gold, and private credit, have crossed $15 billion, growing about 200% year-over-year. These blockchain tokens enable easier trading, yields, and fractional ownership. Ethereum holds 58% of the global non-stablecoin RWA market, with major players like BlackRock’s $1.8 billion BUIDL fund fueling growth. Transfer volumes doubled to $26 billion in 30 days, pushing RWAs to No. 4 in DeFi by total value locked at $21.5 billion, with analysts forecasting trillions more by 2030.
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XRP is showing signs of a potential major move as it forms key technical setups like triangles and rising channels. Analysts point to breakout levels between $2.80 and $3.30, which could push the price above $5 if buying momentum increases. Strong support around $2.00 to $2.30 is crucial to keep the bullish outlook intact, and rising trading volume along with positive trend indicators suggest the market could see significant gains if these levels hold.
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Standard Chartered has cut its XRP year‑end 2026 price forecast from $8 to $2.80, a sharp 65% reduction, citing sustained weakness across the crypto market and waning institutional flows. The bank’s digital assets team noted that XRP’s price recently dipped to multi‑month lows amid broader sell‑offs in major tokens. Persistent ETF outflows, macroeconomic pressure, and risk‑off sentiment across digital assets have forced the reassessment. This downgrade aligns with similar cuts to Bitcoin and Ethereum forecasts, reflecting deep market challenges.
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Financial author Robert Kiyosaki says the massive market crash he predicted in his 2013 book Rich Dad’s Prophecy is now close. He believes investors holding assets like gold, silver, Ethereum, and Bitcoin could gain, while those unprepared may face losses. Kiyosaki adds that he is increasing his Bitcoin holdings as prices drop, pointing to its 21 million supply limit and calling market crashes powerful opportunities to buy assets at discounted prices.
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Ethereum co founder Vitalik Buterin said in a post on X that Ethereum continues to operate as a fully permissionless and neutral network, beyond the control of any single person, including himself. He noted that labeling certain DeFi, AI, or prediction market apps as low value or profit-driven represents personal opinion and free speech, not censorship. Drawing a comparison to Linux, he said open platforms allow diverse projects to exist, even as debate within the community continues.
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