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Уход Китая от доллара теперь не просто заметен невооруженным глазом, он влияет на сам доллар, который стремительно теряет свой резервный вес в пользу золота.
Доля китайских казначейских облигаций в общем объеме иностранных инвестиций снизилась до 7,3%, самого низкого уровня с 2001 года.
Этот процент снизился на 21,5 пункта по сравнению с пиком в 28,8% в июне 2011 года.
За этот период объем китайских инвестиций сократился на $627 млрд, до $683 млрд, самого низкого уровня с 2008 года.
Китай фактически ликвидировал половину своих казначейских облигаций США, накопленных в период с 2000 по 2010 год.
Тем временем Народный банк Китая приобрел 1 тонну золота в январе, что стало 15-й подряд ежемесячной покупкой.
В результате общий объем золотых резервов Китая достиг рекордных 2308 тонн.
Резервы в казначейских облигациях США, принадлежащие Китаю, сократились в результате стратегической диверсификации с целью снижения зависимости от долларовых активов на фоне геополитической напряженности, волатильности рынков и неопределенности в политике США, такой как потенциальное введение тарифов. Закономерно, что на этом фоне они смещаются в сторону золота и других резервных активов.
Это создает динамику, которой начинают следовать центральные банки других стран, а также негосударственные институциональные инвесторы.

Поэтому, несмотря на спекулятивные всплески, золото находится в восходящем тренде, испытывая давление избыточного спроса, связанного с геополитическими рисками и фундаментальными сдвигами в мировой валютно-финансовой системе

ZCash experienced high volatility on the price charts in recent weeks.
AMBCrypto reported that the defense of the $187 level was a crucial development. This level was an important retracement support level on the weekly timeframe.
Zooming in, the past few days’ trading saw ZEC rally beyond $300.
Following Bitcoin’s [BTC] rejection at $$70.9k on Sunday, the 15th of February, ZEC has slipped back below the $300 psychological support, as well as the 4-hour timeframe’s imbalance at this area.
It was expected that ZCash [ZEC] bulls had the short-term strength to drive prices to $360, but at the same time, AMBCrypto had warned in an earlier report that Bitcoin [BTC] weakness could see selling pressure on ZEC.
The short and long-term price situation has been laid out thus far.
The Spot selling pressure remained prevalent, as the Spot Taker CVD showed with its taker sell-dominant reading.
But why did ZCash begin its immense rally in September 2025? What conditions need to align for ZEC bulls to repeat the feat?
A closer look at the ZCash onchain trends
The privacy coin narrative seized greater and greater mindshare beginning in August last year. It grew wildly popular in October. This saw an increased total transfer, as the unshielded transactions data above showed.
It also increased privacy-focused transactions, as the shielded stats show.
Shielded transactions encrypt transaction details such as sender, receiver, and amount, using zero-knowledge proofs.
The percentage of shielded transactions remained at around 14.5%-19.6% between April and July 2025. It reached local zeniths of 26.3% and 26.7% in August and October, respectively.
Combined with the growing privacy narrative and increased ZEC usage, the percentage increase might appear small. However, it still represents a vast swathe of users flocking to the network.
Interestingly, the shielded supply, or the ZEC in the privacy-preserving Sapling and Orchard pools, was at 3.2 million in June 2025. By November, it had grown to 5 million, where it remained at the time of writing.
Like BTC, ZEC also has a fixed max supply of 21 million. Hence, 5 million represents 30.24% of the circulating supply, a dramatic growth from November 2024, when the figure was 11.25%.
It is likely that the 2024 halving and the narrative shift, followed by the sizeable increase in shielded usage, are the only fundamental changes to ZCash over the past year. Spot ETF offeringscould also change the landscape.
Final Summary
ZCash experienced a massive shift in optics last year, but its use case remained the same, while user and investor appeal soared.In a way, ZCash was a lot like Bitcoin, which has become easier to use (example, Lightning Network) and invest in (spot ETFs) but remained fundamentally the same.
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Cardano [ADA], which lost 5% in the past 24 hours, is still struggling a week after falling out of the top 10 most-capped cryptos.
The gap between ADA and Bitcoin Cash [BCH], which is at position ten, was widening as it was more than $1.20 billion.
The altcoin has persistently displayed weakness, yet the recent support level may mark a significant turning point.
Cardano holds above a key support level
On the three-day chart, Cardano was trading above a demand zone that bulls had defended since mid-2023. The zone at $0.244 initiated the move that reached $1.186 as 2024 came to a close.
On the 4-hour chart, the $0.537 zone was above where the current downtrend started. Price broke above this descending trendline resistance and was retesting it.
However, the altcoin was trading between the two short-term EMAs. Cardano had broken below the 9 EMA, but the 21 EMA was still holding strong.

On the capital flow side, money was moving into ADA, as seen in the Chaikin Money Flow (CMF), which was at 0.15. This was evident from the data on ADA Futures: longs vs. shorts.
Whales and retail go long 
Whales, retail, and smart money had different views. However, in some instances, whales and retail appeared to align, while smart money remained generally bearish.
As per CoinGlass data, the Long/Short Ratio on Binance was bullish, with retail at 2.48, whale accounts at 2.77, and whale positions at 1.58. Smart money sentiment was extremely bearish even on Bybit.
OKX and binance had the same sentiment, but whale positions on both were bearish, at 0.78 and 0.97, respectively. This meant that whales and retail were buying while smart money was selling.
Apart from the lack of clarity in the price direction due to this mixed sentiment, activity was also not looking promising.
Cardano lags on-chain!
As per data from Token Terminal, the daily trading volume of the past week has been growing gradually. This was after a drop from the week’s high of $614 million.
When writing, the volume was at $549 million, a gradual increase from this week’s daily low of $364 million.
Additionally, active addresses have been stagnant since last year in March, even though there have been a few spikes. There were only 17,691 active addresses on the day.
Moreover, its stablecoin market cap had not shown growth since August of 2025. This indicated that liquidity could be a problem despite the high cumulative trading volume.
Final Summary
Cardano trades above its most important support level with whales and retail going long. ADA was experiencing lagging network activity, which explained why the altcoin had dropped so hard. 
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Weeks after rapper Nicki Minaj caught heat for backing U.S. President Donald Trump, things have taken another unexpected turn.
Trump’s crypto arm, World Liberty Financial [WLFI], has announced that she’ll be speaking at its WLF2026 Forum!
Celebrity power comes to crypto
Minaj is set to take the stage at the World Liberty Forum later this week, in what is her clearest public tie yet to the first family’s crypto ambitions.
WLFI confirmed her 18th of February appearance at the Trumps’ Palm Beach residence, Mar-a-Lago, in a recent X post.
This invitation-only event is expected to gather 300-400 executives, investors, policymakers, and tech leaders.
Confirmed attendees include leaders from Goldman Sachs, Nasdaq, Coinbase, Franklin Templeton, and even FIFA’s Gianni Infantino.
President Trump’s sons, Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump, are also expected to be in attendance.
Has she been involved with crypto before?
While Nicki Minaj hasn’t launched her own cryptocurrency or NFT brand, she’s crossed paths with the space before.
Back in 2021, during the height of the NFT craze, she promoted the Happy Hippos NFT collection on social media, joining many celebrities experimenting with blockchain-based digital ownership.
But unlike several stars who went on to build tokens, Minaj’s involvement has mostly stayed at the promotional level.
All’s not well at the WLFI camp
The World Liberty Forum is taking place at a time of scrutiny for the company.
They’ve asked the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States to assess risks linked to a 49% stake sale to UAE’s Aryam Investment.
The entity is backed by UAE’s National Security Advisor, Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
The treasury is expected to respond by the 5th of March.
Final Summary
Nicki Minaj’s appearance puts a celebrity spotlight on WLFI.This happens as WLFI faces a $500M foreign investment probe.
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The strong optimism that lifted crypto markets at the start of 2026 has now faded. 
A new report from CoinShares shows that this trend is getting worse. Digital asset investment products have seen money flow out for four weeks in a row.
In the past week alone, investors withdrew $173 million. Over the last month, total outflows have reached $3.74 billion, showing that confidence in the market is falling.
This situation is not just caused by small investors panicking. Large institutions are deliberately reducing their risk.

Shift in investor sentiment
First, trading activity has slowed down sharply, showing that investors are becoming more careful.
At the start of the week, the market saw strong inflows of $575 million, but this quickly turned into a large outflow of $853 million as prices weakened.
A better-than-expected inflation report later in the week brought a short relief rally of $105 million, but it did not change the overall trend. One major warning sign was the fall in trading volume.
Trading in crypto investment products dropped to $27 billion last week, compared to $63 billion the week before. This shows that fewer people are actively trading.
Second, there was a clear difference between how investors in the US and other regions were behaving. The United States led last week’s downturn, with $403 million leaving the market in just one week.
In contrast, other countries were still putting money into crypto. Germany added $115 million, Canada $46.3 million, and Switzerland $36.8 million.
Overall, markets outside the US brought in $230 million.
This suggests that while American investors were reducing risk because of economic uncertainty, many European and Canadian investors saw current prices as a good chance to buy.
Winners and losers
Finally, Bitcoin [BTC] was facing the strongest selling pressure, while some altcoins are holding up better. Bitcoin saw $133 million in outflows and was trading near $68,939 after falling 1.79% in the past day.
Ethereum [ETH] also faced strong selling pressure, recording US$85.1 million in outflows, trading around $1,977 after dropping nearly 4%. At the same time, a few altcoins were showing strength.
Ripple [XRP] attracted $33.4 million in inflows even though its price fell to $1.48. Solana [SOL] gained $31 million in new investments despite trading near $85.56.
Chainlink [LINK] also saw small inflows and was holding weak around $8.78. This shows that while major cryptocurrencies are under pressure, some smaller projects are still attracting investor interest.
Is a Bitcoin or altcoin season incoming?
Thus, as the crypto market moves through this mid-February slowdown, there is a clear gap between what people are saying online and what the data actually shows.
On social media platforms like X, many traders are talking about a coming “altcoin season.” 
But the numbers tell a different story. The CoinMarketCap Altcoin Season Index is currently at 31 out of 100. This means the market is still in what is called “Bitcoin season.”
All in all, the market is not crashing, but it is also not ready to surge. For now, it feels like a waiting period.
The next big move, whether led by Bitcoin or by altcoins, will likely depend on larger economic events that have not happened yet.
Final Summary
Falling trading volumes and low liquidity are making prices more sensitive to small sell-offs.The US is leading the current sell-off, while parts of Europe and Canada are quietly accumulating.
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Polygon [POL] achieved another milestone in stablecoin transfers.
Interestingly enough, AMBCrypto reported that the network saw a high trading activity and a large number of stablecoin addresses.
The 25.9 million POL burn was another key factor that strengthened the token’s fundamentals. More burns are planned in the coming months to tighten the circulating supply.

On the 1-day timeframe, Polygon has a long-term bearish bias.
While the recent bounce took it past the $0.1 mark, the local resistance at $0.119 was swept before POL reversed in the lower timeframes.
However, the A/D indicator made new local highs to show buyers have some strength. If this pressure is sustained, POL might rally as high as the 78.6% retracement level at $0.1646.
On the way there, the $0.135 level would likely pose the biggest obstacle to the short-term buyers. This outcome would become more likely if the $0.119 level is flipped from resistance to support.
Here’s why POL traders should maintain bearish bias
High network activity and token burns might not be enough to halt short-term selling pressure.
The 1-hour chart revealed the struggle Polygon bulls faced as they pushed prices to the local $0.119 resistance.
On Saturday, the 14th of February, the high hourly trading volume and the strong rally seemed to hint at a possible breakout.
However, the sell-off had high volume too, showing that buyers exhausted themselves pushing the price to resistance. The immediate rejection meant the move only succeeded in grabbing the liquidity clustered around $0.11-$0.12.
The H1 internal structure was bearish once again.
Moreover, this timeframe’s moving averages were on the verge of a bearish crossover and were also acting as resistance to POL at the time of writing.
Combined with the Bitcoin rejection from the $70.7k local supply zone, it appeared highly likely that the Polygon Ecosystem token prices would continue to trend downward in the next few days.
Final Summary
The long-term trend of POL was bearish. However, the coming weeks can see the $0.119 supply zone flipped to demand, and a relief rally to $0.135-$0.164.In the next 24-48 hours, more losses appeared likely for the altcoin.
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Are prediction markets losing their original purpose? Ethereum [ETH] co-founder Vitalik Buterin worries that they’re becoming more about making quick money than being useful.
Here’s why.
The issue at hand
In a recent post on X, Buterin acknowledged that prediction markets can be useful, especially as tools that help people understand events and manage risk.
However, he warned that many are now dominated by short-term bets on crypto prices, sports, and other events that attract attention but offer little lasting value.
“My guess is that teams feel motivated to capitulate to these things because they bring in large revenue during a bear market where people are desperate…”
There’s a deeper issue as well. According to Buterin, many prediction markets rely on inexperienced traders who often lose money, which may be unhealthy for the ecosystem.
A better use would be helping investors hedge real risks.
So what’s the solution, really?
Buterin says combining on-chain prediction markets with AI tools (such as LLMs) will help people manage everyday expenses and protect themselves from rising costs.
In this model, prediction markets would track the prices of essential goods and services across different regions.
AI tools would then analyze a person’s spending habits and recommend personalized positions tied to their future expenses.
“You have price indices on all major categories of goods and services that people buy (treating physical goods/services in different regions as different categories), and prediction markets on each category.”
The idea is that if the cost of living rises, gains from these prediction market positions could help offset those increases. This could give individuals and businesses a way to protect their purchasing power.
Not everyone’s happy
As expected, Buterin’s post saw strong reactions on X, with many users defending the buzz as a necessary entry point. One user wrote,
“For a lot of regular people, memecoins and prediction markets aren’t just dopamine… they’re hope.”

Others argued that the hype creates the liquidity needed for real hedging to exist. Some even addressed practical challenges, stating,
“The hedging layer is emerging directly from the speculative base.”
If speculation is limited, there is the risk that users might leave for other platforms where they feel more accepted.
Final Summary
Vitalik Buterin wants prediction markets to protect people from inflation and rising living costs.However, there is the risk of limited speculation slowing growth.

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In the first weeks of 2026, the overall crypto market has been under heavy pressure. Prices have fallen nearly 46% from their peak in October.
When Bitcoin [BTC] dropped to the $68,000 range, many investors became extremely fearful. However, instead of panic selling, the market has stayed more stable than expected.
While Bitcoin is struggling, some selected altcoins are starting to perform better.
For experienced investors, this is not just a short-term bounce. It may be the early sign of a new kind of “altcoin season.”
The community sees the hype around altseason
This sentiment was echoed by analysts on X, where the consensus suggests that the most explosive altcoin bull markets typically ignite precisely when the retail crowd has looked away.
Drawing parallels to the legendary 2017 cycle, one prominent analyst noted that while the modern market moves on a naturally elongated timeframe, the underlying technical structure is hauntingly similar.
The analyst believes that the current stagnation isn’t a sign of death but rather the quiet accumulation phase that historically precedes a parabolic shift in dominance.
He said,
“2026 will be the year of altcoins.”
Echoing a similar sentiment, another X user noted, 
“BULLISH #Altcoin season has officially started getting ready for 1000X.”
According to these analysts, charts show that altcoins may be getting ready for a strong breakout after being in a long downtrend for several years.
They believe that while most small investors are focused only on Bitcoin’s price, big investors are quietly preparing for a wider market move.
With clearer rules and regulations coming in, large institutions may soon start investing heavily in useful crypto sectors.
These include real-world assets (RWA), DeFi platforms, and blockchain systems used by banks and companies.
Supporters of this view think the next big crypto projects are already in front of us, but many people are ignoring them. They believe the chance for major gains could come within months, not years.
However, real data tells a more cautious story.
Is the data in favor?
As of February 2026, CoinMarketCap’s Altcoin Season Index is only 31 out of 100. This means the market is still in “Bitcoin Season.” In simple terms, most major altcoins are not doing better than Bitcoin right now.
Bitcoin’s market dominance is also close to 60%, showing that most money is still flowing into Bitcoin. Investors still see it as the safest option during this recovery phase after the last market peak.
So, there is a clear gap between online excitement and actual market behavior. 
Swissblock’s analysis also shows that the market is now in a neutral phase. All in all, the market is ready to move; it is just waiting for the right moment.
Final Summary
Social media optimism suggests a breakout, but current data still favors Bitcoin.Fear has not triggered mass panic selling, which shows growing investor maturity.
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YZi’s revised consent seeks CEA board expansion, citing oversight and transparency concerns
YZi Labs submitted a revised preliminary consent solicitation to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission seeking to expand CEA Industries’ board, according to YZi Labs. The investor links its push to concerns about oversight, delayed disclosures, and insufficient transparency around the company’s digital asset treasury and reporting cadence.
The investor also alleges management has explored alternatives to a BNB‑centric approach, including Solana, despite earlier commitments, and says the annual meeting timing slipped beyond the customary December window. It further contends bylaw changes, when paired with a stockholder rights plan, could restrict shareholders’ ability to act by written consent under Nevada law.
Why this governance fight matters for CEA shareholders and BNB treasury
This dispute centers on control of execution and disclosure around a BNB‑focused treasury strategy and whether governance changes align with shareholder rights. The outcome could influence investor confidence in how treasury value is communicated versus how the equity is valued.
Some analysts view the activism as a potential catalyst for improvements in oversight and clarity. After noting possible benefits from heightened accountability, one research firm called the campaign a “net positive” for the stock, said 10x Research.
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Immediate impacts on consent solicitation, poison pill, and shareholder rights
CEA Industries adopted a limited‑duration stockholder rights plan and amended bylaws to protect all shareholders from sudden, unapproved accumulations of shares that could threaten stability, according to CEA Industries. In practice, a rights plan can deter rapid stakebuilding during a consent drive by making it costlier to exceed specified ownership thresholds without board approval.
Bylaw amendments can also shape how and when written consents are delivered by adding procedures that affect eligibility, notice, and timing. While the company presents these measures as protective, activists argue new hurdles could impede shareholder action before a formal meeting.
For the consent process itself, the revised preliminary filing signals an iterative SEC review in which materials may be updated before finalization. That cadence can affect how quickly proposals, supporting information, and participant details reach shareholders for consideration.
Governance and legal context under SEC process and Nevada law
Written consent mechanics and required disclosures in a consent solicitation
The filing of a revised preliminary consent solicitation indicates the SEC process accommodates amendments prior to definitive materials. In a consent solicitation, shareholders may act by written consent, consistent with Nevada law and the company’s bylaws.
Consent materials commonly present proposals, background, and participant information so shareholders can evaluate governance changes without a traditional meeting. Timing depends on finalizing the solicitation and satisfying applicable procedural steps set by governing documents.
Bylaw amendments and rights plans: potential effects on shareholder timing
A stockholder rights plan, often termed a poison pill, may slow rapid accumulations that could influence control during a consent effort. Amended bylaws can introduce procedural steps that lengthen or complicate consent timelines.
Activist concerns center on whether any new procedures exceed Nevada’s baseline and thereby chill shareholder action. Those questions typically turn on how closely bylaws track state law while balancing defensive aims with investor rights.
FAQ about consent solicitation
Why did CEA Industries adopt a poison pill and amend its bylaws, and how do these moves affect shareholder written consent rights?
The company characterizes them as protective. Activists argue the measures impede written consent by adding hurdles and slowing timing.
Is CEA Industries still committed to a BNB-centric treasury strategy, or is it exploring alternatives like Solana?
The company denies abandoning BNB. Activists allege management explored alternatives, including Solana, contrary to a BNB‑centric thesis.
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