Crypto News Today [Live] Updates On Feb 10, 2026

Bitcoin mining profitability came under pressure in January as costs rose and older machines neared shutdown levels. Some companies still expanded holdings, with MARA holding over 52,000 BTC and Bitdeer continuing strong mining output. Hardware prices were cut to attract miners, while several firms began shifting focus toward AI and data centers. Globally, countries showed mixed moves—some tightening rules on illegal mining, while others opened doors to new partnerships. Meanwhile, corporate treasuries kept accumulating Bitcoin faster than new supply.

The White House is holding a closed-door meeting tonight to resolve a key issue delaying U.S. crypto regulation. The main disagreement is over whether stablecoin holders should earn interest. Banks oppose it, saying it could pull money out of the banking system, while crypto companies argue that banning it would hurt innovation. With elections approaching, the government is pushing for a quick compromise. If a deal is reached, the stalled crypto bill could finally move forward.

The crypto market is showing a warning sign as USDT’s market cap growth has recently turned negative. This suggests that fresh money may be leaving the market instead of entering it. Stablecoins like USDT often provide buying power during dips, so shrinking supply can weaken price support and cause rallies to fade quickly. Historically, strong Bitcoin uptrends rarely last when stablecoin liquidity is falling, increasing concerns about near-term market strength.

Bitcoin’s spot market outlook remains uncertain as some traders say there are still no clear signs of a price bottom. One strategy gaining attention is gradual buying, where investors start accumulating at current levels while keeping lower buy orders active in case prices fall further. Analysts note that even if Bitcoin moves higher, the market could remain weak unless it holds above the $85,000–$86,000 range on higher time frames, keeping sentiment cautious for now.

Ethereum is working on a major architectural upgrade that could change how blocks are validated on the network. According to Ethereum Foundation member ladislaus.eth, the plan involves moving away from re-running every transaction and instead verifying blocks using zero-knowledge proofs. Under the L1-zkEVM 2026 roadmap, a new proposal would allow validators to confirm blocks without full execution, improving efficiency. The first L1-zkEVM workshop is set for February 11, 2026.

Bitcoin’s price action remains volatile as traders battle for control. BTC briefly surged to $71,000, wiping out many bearish bets, before quickly dropping back near $68,000 and triggering losses for bullish traders as well. The sharp moves show uncertainty in the market. While upside pressure exists near the $72,000–$74,000 range, analysts say downside risk is building faster. Stronger selling interest is forming between $66,000 and $68,000, making this zone a key level to watch.