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BREAKING
JPMorgan has revised downward its target price for Coinbase (COIN), cutting the estimate to $290 from $399, according to the latest analyst update.
The revision reflects a reassessment of market conditions and company-specific factors, and may influence short-term investor sentiment toward crypto-related equities.
JPMorgan has revised downward its target price for Coinbase (COIN), cutting the estimate to $290 from $399, according to the latest analyst update.
The revision reflects a reassessment of market conditions and company-specific factors, and may influence short-term investor sentiment toward crypto-related equities.
BREAKING
Unverified claims circulating on social media allege that former President Donald Trump made remarks linking military action to a continued surge in Bitcoin prices. No official confirmation or credible source has substantiated these statements.
Despite the lack of verification, the rumor briefly impacted market sentiment, with Bitcoin experiencing short-term selling pressure amid heightened uncertainty.
Market participants are advised to rely on official statements and credible sources, as politically driven misinformation can trigger temporary volatility without underlying fundamentals.
Unverified claims circulating on social media allege that former President Donald Trump made remarks linking military action to a continued surge in Bitcoin prices. No official confirmation or credible source has substantiated these statements.
Despite the lack of verification, the rumor briefly impacted market sentiment, with Bitcoin experiencing short-term selling pressure amid heightened uncertainty.
Market participants are advised to rely on official statements and credible sources, as politically driven misinformation can trigger temporary volatility without underlying fundamentals.
MASSIVE:
Visa is now settling stablecoin transactions on Ethereum.
One of the world’s largest payment networks is quietly upgrading its rails.
Finance is going on-chain by necessity.
Visa is now settling stablecoin transactions on Ethereum.
One of the world’s largest payment networks is quietly upgrading its rails.
Finance is going on-chain by necessity.
BREAKING
U.S. Senator Marco Rubio warned that the global dominance of the American dollar is approaching a critical turning point, stating that within the next five years, the United States may lose its ability to effectively enforce sanctions through the dollar-based financial system.
Rubio’s remarks reflect growing concerns among U.S. policymakers about de-dollarization, geopolitical shifts, and the increasing use of alternative payment systems and currencies in international trade.
U.S. Senator Marco Rubio warned that the global dominance of the American dollar is approaching a critical turning point, stating that within the next five years, the United States may lose its ability to effectively enforce sanctions through the dollar-based financial system.
Rubio’s remarks reflect growing concerns among U.S. policymakers about de-dollarization, geopolitical shifts, and the increasing use of alternative payment systems and currencies in international trade.
JUST IN
Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller stated that price declines in the cryptocurrency market are not unusual, noting that similar downturns have occurred in the past and that major corrections are a normal feature of emerging asset classes.
Reflecting on Bitcoin’s historical price evolution, Waller remarked that “years ago, if someone had said Bitcoin would reach $10,000, the reaction would have been disbelief,” highlighting how perceptions around crypto valuations have shifted over time.
Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller stated that price declines in the cryptocurrency market are not unusual, noting that similar downturns have occurred in the past and that major corrections are a normal feature of emerging asset classes.
Reflecting on Bitcoin’s historical price evolution, Waller remarked that “years ago, if someone had said Bitcoin would reach $10,000, the reaction would have been disbelief,” highlighting how perceptions around crypto valuations have shifted over time.
CRYPTO AND BANKING SECTORS TO MEET TUESDAY OVER STABLECOIN REGULATION
The White House will host a second round of discussions on Tuesday, February 10, bringing together major banks and cryptocurrency industry representatives to address the regulatory framework for stablecoins.
According to sources familiar with the matter, officials aim to revisit unresolved issues—particularly whether crypto companies should be allowed to offer interest-bearing stablecoins—in an effort to reach a regulatory compromise.
Executives and representatives from major financial institutions, including Bank of America, JPMorgan Chase, and Wells Fargo, are expected to attend, alongside crypto industry leaders and trade groups representing firms such as Coinbase, Ripple, and Circle.
The meeting is intended to break the current legislative deadlock and support progress on the Clarity Act, a bill seen as central to establishing clearer rules for the digital asset sector.
The White House will host a second round of discussions on Tuesday, February 10, bringing together major banks and cryptocurrency industry representatives to address the regulatory framework for stablecoins.
According to sources familiar with the matter, officials aim to revisit unresolved issues—particularly whether crypto companies should be allowed to offer interest-bearing stablecoins—in an effort to reach a regulatory compromise.
Executives and representatives from major financial institutions, including Bank of America, JPMorgan Chase, and Wells Fargo, are expected to attend, alongside crypto industry leaders and trade groups representing firms such as Coinbase, Ripple, and Circle.
The meeting is intended to break the current legislative deadlock and support progress on the Clarity Act, a bill seen as central to establishing clearer rules for the digital asset sector.
BREAKING NEWS
🇺🇸 According to current congressional counts, House Democrats are reportedly two votes short of advancing impeachment proceedings against former President Donald Trump, with a potential decision window extending until March 31.
🇺🇸 According to current congressional counts, House Democrats are reportedly two votes short of advancing impeachment proceedings against former President Donald Trump, with a potential decision window extending until March 31.
JUST IN
The U.S. dollar selloff is accelerating, down roughly 1% against the Japanese yen and Swiss franc.
📉 What this signals:
Risk-off flows into safe-haven currencies
Growing pressure on the USD carry
Sensitivity to rates, macro data, and policy expectations
Historically:
A weaker dollar can ease financial conditions
It often acts as a tailwind for commodities and risk assets, including crypto
The U.S. dollar selloff is accelerating, down roughly 1% against the Japanese yen and Swiss franc.
📉 What this signals:
Risk-off flows into safe-haven currencies
Growing pressure on the USD carry
Sensitivity to rates, macro data, and policy expectations
Historically:
A weaker dollar can ease financial conditions
It often acts as a tailwind for commodities and risk assets, including crypto
CLAIM / CONTEXT
Comments attributed to Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino are circulating online, suggesting that recent crypto market conditions may be linked to actions by major exchanges, including Binance.
⚠️ Important clarification:
No verified quote confirms Ardoino directly blamed Binance
Tether has not issued an official statement assigning responsibility
Market conditions are influenced by liquidity, leverage, macro factors, and positioning, not a single actor
Comments attributed to Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino are circulating online, suggesting that recent crypto market conditions may be linked to actions by major exchanges, including Binance.
⚠️ Important clarification:
No verified quote confirms Ardoino directly blamed Binance
Tether has not issued an official statement assigning responsibility
Market conditions are influenced by liquidity, leverage, macro factors, and positioning, not a single actor
UPDATE
The Bithumb internal miscredit incident involving 620,000 BTC has been resolved.
According to reports:
99.7% of the miscredited amount was recovered
The remaining 1,788 BTC was covered using Bithumb’s own reserves
Customer balances are now 100% backed
⚠️ Important clarification:
No Bitcoin was created on-chain
The issue stemmed from an internal ledger/system error, not the Bitcoin network
The Bithumb internal miscredit incident involving 620,000 BTC has been resolved.
According to reports:
99.7% of the miscredited amount was recovered
The remaining 1,788 BTC was covered using Bithumb’s own reserves
Customer balances are now 100% backed
⚠️ Important clarification:
No Bitcoin was created on-chain
The issue stemmed from an internal ledger/system error, not the Bitcoin network
MASSIVE (UNCONFIRMED / RUMOR)
Claims circulating online suggest that President Trump may support eliminating capital gains taxes on Bitcoin and crypto investments.
⚠️ Important context:
No executive order, bill, or official statement confirms a 0% capital gains policy
Any change to capital gains taxes would require Congressional approval
No details exist on scope, thresholds, or implementation
At this stage, this is speculation, not policy.
If such a proposal were ever advanced, it would be a major shift for:
Crypto adoption
Investor behavior
U.S. tax policy
Claims circulating online suggest that President Trump may support eliminating capital gains taxes on Bitcoin and crypto investments.
⚠️ Important context:
No executive order, bill, or official statement confirms a 0% capital gains policy
Any change to capital gains taxes would require Congressional approval
No details exist on scope, thresholds, or implementation
At this stage, this is speculation, not policy.
If such a proposal were ever advanced, it would be a major shift for:
Crypto adoption
Investor behavior
U.S. tax policy
RUMORS (UNCONFIRMED) 🇺🇸
Claims circulating online allege that some Coinbase users are experiencing Bitcoin withdrawal delays, sparking speculation that the exchange may be facing liquidity constraints.
⚠️ Additional claims suggesting Coinbase “dumped BTC to buy back lower” are unverified and not supported by on-chain or official data.
Important context:
Withdrawal delays can occur due to network congestion, maintenance, or compliance checks
No evidence shows Coinbase is “out of Bitcoin”
Coinbase has made no statement confirming liquidity issues
BTC trading near $71,000 contradicts claims of a failed buyback narrative
At this stage:
❌ Insolvency claims → not proven
❌ Market manipulation claims → speculative
✅ User reports of issues → require verification
Until official confirmation or on-chain proof emerges, this should be treated as rumor, not fact.
Claims circulating online allege that some Coinbase users are experiencing Bitcoin withdrawal delays, sparking speculation that the exchange may be facing liquidity constraints.
⚠️ Additional claims suggesting Coinbase “dumped BTC to buy back lower” are unverified and not supported by on-chain or official data.
Important context:
Withdrawal delays can occur due to network congestion, maintenance, or compliance checks
No evidence shows Coinbase is “out of Bitcoin”
Coinbase has made no statement confirming liquidity issues
BTC trading near $71,000 contradicts claims of a failed buyback narrative
At this stage:
❌ Insolvency claims → not proven
❌ Market manipulation claims → speculative
✅ User reports of issues → require verification
Until official confirmation or on-chain proof emerges, this should be treated as rumor, not fact.
BREAKING
Italy has officially declined to join President Trump’s proposed “Board of Peace.”
No further details have been released so far regarding Italy’s reasoning or whether other countries are expected to follow.
This remains a developing story.
Italy has officially declined to join President Trump’s proposed “Board of Peace.”
No further details have been released so far regarding Italy’s reasoning or whether other countries are expected to follow.
This remains a developing story.
BREAKING (UNCONFIRMED / REVIEW)
Reports indicate the U.S. SEC is examining whether activity on Binance Futures may have contributed to cascading liquidations on October 10, 2025.
⚠️ Important context:
This appears to be a review, not an enforcement action
An examination does not imply wrongdoing
No official findings or conclusions have been released
Why this matters:
Liquidation cascades often result from high leverage + thin liquidity
Derivatives markets can amplify price moves without manipulation
Regulators are increasingly focused on market structure mechanics, not just assets
Reports indicate the U.S. SEC is examining whether activity on Binance Futures may have contributed to cascading liquidations on October 10, 2025.
⚠️ Important context:
This appears to be a review, not an enforcement action
An examination does not imply wrongdoing
No official findings or conclusions have been released
Why this matters:
Liquidation cascades often result from high leverage + thin liquidity
Derivatives markets can amplify price moves without manipulation
Regulators are increasingly focused on market structure mechanics, not just assets
ROBERT KIYOSAKI (COMMENTARY)
Robert Kiyosaki says that if Bitcoin were ever to fall back to $6,000, he would buy more again.
The takeaway isn’t the price level — it’s the mindset:
Volatility is seen as opportunity, not fear
Conviction matters more than short-term price action
Long-term believers plan to add on extreme weakness
⚠️ This is a hypothetical statement, not a forecast that BTC will reach $6K.
Different investors, different risk tolerance.
Kiyosaki is making a point about buying fear, not calling a crash.
Robert Kiyosaki says that if Bitcoin were ever to fall back to $6,000, he would buy more again.
The takeaway isn’t the price level — it’s the mindset:
Volatility is seen as opportunity, not fear
Conviction matters more than short-term price action
Long-term believers plan to add on extreme weakness
⚠️ This is a hypothetical statement, not a forecast that BTC will reach $6K.
Different investors, different risk tolerance.
Kiyosaki is making a point about buying fear, not calling a crash.
🚨 JUST IN:
Total outstanding U.S. credit card balances have hit a record $1.25 trillion, nearly doubling from around $660 billion in 2013.
📈 What this signals:
Consumers are leaning harder on revolving credit
High interest rates make this debt more dangerous than ever
Household balance sheets are under growing stress
⚠️ Why it matters:
Rising delinquencies tend to lag peaks in credit usage
This often shows up before broader economic slowdowns
Less disposable income = pressure on consumption and growth
Total outstanding U.S. credit card balances have hit a record $1.25 trillion, nearly doubling from around $660 billion in 2013.
📈 What this signals:
Consumers are leaning harder on revolving credit
High interest rates make this debt more dangerous than ever
Household balance sheets are under growing stress
⚠️ Why it matters:
Rising delinquencies tend to lag peaks in credit usage
This often shows up before broader economic slowdowns
Less disposable income = pressure on consumption and growth
BREAKING (SYSTEM ERROR, NOT BLOCKCHAIN ISSUE) 🇰🇷
Reports say Bithumb experienced a serious internal system glitch that caused its internal ledger to misrecord Bitcoin balances, temporarily treating non-existent BTC as real.
⚠️ Key clarifications:
No Bitcoin was created on the blockchain
The issue was internal accounting, not a Bitcoin network failure
Customer on-chain balances were not duplicated on Bitcoin itself
What’s being reported:
Bithumb’s system allegedly misaccounted for a large BTC amount due to a software/ledger failure
South Korean lawmakers are calling it a structural systems issue, not simple human error
Regulators are launching on-site inspections and considering sanctions.
Reports say Bithumb experienced a serious internal system glitch that caused its internal ledger to misrecord Bitcoin balances, temporarily treating non-existent BTC as real.
⚠️ Key clarifications:
No Bitcoin was created on the blockchain
The issue was internal accounting, not a Bitcoin network failure
Customer on-chain balances were not duplicated on Bitcoin itself
What’s being reported:
Bithumb’s system allegedly misaccounted for a large BTC amount due to a software/ledger failure
South Korean lawmakers are calling it a structural systems issue, not simple human error
Regulators are launching on-site inspections and considering sanctions.
BREAKING (UNCONFIRMED / FLOW CONTEXT)
Reports circulating claim that over $400M in Bitcoin left BlackRock-linked spot ETFs last week.
⚠️ Important clarification:
ETF outflows ≠ BlackRock selling its own BTC
Redemptions reflect investor flows, not proprietary positioning
ETF mechanics involve authorized participants, not discretionary “dumping”
What this does signal:
Short-term risk-off positioning by some investors
Increased volatility sensitivity around macro data
Flow-driven pressure, not a fundamental shift in thesis
📊 Context matters:
Outflows happen in both directions during volatile periods
Institutions adjust exposure — they don’t panic trade headlines
There is no evidence that BlackRock is exiting crypto or anticipating “something bad.”
Reports circulating claim that over $400M in Bitcoin left BlackRock-linked spot ETFs last week.
⚠️ Important clarification:
ETF outflows ≠ BlackRock selling its own BTC
Redemptions reflect investor flows, not proprietary positioning
ETF mechanics involve authorized participants, not discretionary “dumping”
What this does signal:
Short-term risk-off positioning by some investors
Increased volatility sensitivity around macro data
Flow-driven pressure, not a fundamental shift in thesis
📊 Context matters:
Outflows happen in both directions during volatile periods
Institutions adjust exposure — they don’t panic trade headlines
There is no evidence that BlackRock is exiting crypto or anticipating “something bad.”
BREAKING:
Goldman Sachs warns that U.S. stocks could face additional selling pressure this week.
According to the bank, key factors include:
Elevated valuations
Tight financial conditions
Ongoing macro uncertainty
Fragile investor sentiment
This suggests markets may remain volatile in the near term, especially if liquidity tightens further or macro data disappoints.
Goldman Sachs warns that U.S. stocks could face additional selling pressure this week.
According to the bank, key factors include:
Elevated valuations
Tight financial conditions
Ongoing macro uncertainty
Fragile investor sentiment
This suggests markets may remain volatile in the near term, especially if liquidity tightens further or macro data disappoints.
BREAKING (Unconfirmed):
Reports are circulating that the U.S. SEC is reviewing whether activity on Binance Futures may have contributed to a liquidation cascade on October 10, 2025.
At this stage, there is no official confirmation of wrongdoing or enforcement action. The review appears to be focused on market structure and mechanics, not accusations.
Reports are circulating that the U.S. SEC is reviewing whether activity on Binance Futures may have contributed to a liquidation cascade on October 10, 2025.
At this stage, there is no official confirmation of wrongdoing or enforcement action. The review appears to be focused on market structure and mechanics, not accusations.
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