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Bitwise CIO Highlights Transition as Early Bitcoin Holders Sell to Institutional Investors
Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan explains that early Bitcoin investors are currently selling their holdings, creating a market shift. Institutions such as financial advisors and family offices are net buyers and tend to hold Bitcoin long term. While retail investors are selling rapidly, institutions see this as a buying opportunity, with many original investors retaining faith in Bitcoin over four-year market cycles.
Former FTX Co-CEO Ryan Salame Launches Social Media Campaign From Prison, Seeking Trump Pardon
Ryan Salame, former FTX co-CEO currently serving a federal prison sentence, is utilizing social media to align with Donald Trump's political rhetoric in a bid for a presidential pardon. His posts, disseminated likely through intermediaries due to prison restrictions, echo Trump's themes on immigration, election integrity, and criticize federal prosecutors. This campaign follows a broader context of Trump granting high-profile pardons, including those connected to the crypto and financial crime sectors.
3 Altcoins Showing Strong Momentum in Early February 2026 Worth Watching
Altcoins Axie Infinity (AXS), Kite (KITE), and BankrCoin (BANKR) are demonstrating renewed bullish momentum after recent consolidations. AXS is close to a potential Golden Cross that could push prices higher, while KITE continues to set new all-time highs supported by strong buying interest. BANKR is in a breakout phase with healthy consolidation, indicating possible further price discovery if key support levels hold.
[IMPORTANT] Jump Trading Secures Equity Stakes in Polymarket and Kalshi Through Liquidity Provision
Jump Trading will earn equity stakes in prediction market platforms Polymarket and Kalshi by providing liquidity to their markets. Polymarket's equity stake may grow with increased market-making activity, while Kalshi offers a fixed equity position. These prediction platforms have recently reached multi-billion dollar valuations, signaling growing investor and cultural interest in prediction markets.
Trump Family’s Crypto Holdings Decline as Bitcoin Slumps, But Melania Trump’s Memecoin Shows Resi...
Bitcoin’s recent significant price drop has negatively impacted the wider cryptocurrency market, including the Trump family’s portfolio. However, Melania Trump’s memecoin has surprisingly maintained its value better than other assets. This divergence highlights unique investor interest in celebrity-associated tokens despite overall market weakness.
Whale Alert reported a minting event of 250 million USDC by the USDC Treasury. This substantial issuance increases the circulating supply of USDC, one of the leading stablecoins. Such minting is often linked to rising demand for stablecoins in crypto trading and DeFi activities.
[IMPORTANT] Backpack Aims for $1 Billion Valuation in New Fundraising Round
Cryptocurrency exchange Backpack is targeting a $1 billion valuation to raise new funds according to Axios. The exchange, founded by former FTX team members, is focusing on regulatory compliance and transparency to drive rapid growth. Funds will be used to expand globally and upgrade infrastructure, with a Token Generation Event unlocking 25% of total token supply at launch.
Apollo Stock Rises on $3.4B Deal to Support Elon Musk's AI Company xAI and Crypto Trading Expansion
Apollo Global Management is close to finalizing a $3.4 billion loan to acquire Nvidia chips to lease to Elon Musk’s AI firm xAI. xAI recently became part of SpaceX and is recruiting crypto experts to train AI trading models focused on blockchain data and quantitative strategies. Despite a recent 7% decline over 30 days, Apollo's shares rose 1% following the deal announcement, while Tesla's stock also edged higher.
Fed Governor Waller Downplays Bitcoin Volatility, Asserts Crypto Crashes Pose No Threat to Banks
Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller stated that bitcoin and the broader crypto market remain largely disconnected from traditional financial systems despite volatility. He emphasized that crypto crashes do not threaten banks or the payments infrastructure, viewing crypto assets as technological tools rather than systemic risks. However, he acknowledged the need for clearer regulatory definitions as legislative clarity on digital assets remains stalled.
[IMPORTANT] Bitcoin Steady at $70K Amid Conflicting Signals: Is a Big Move Imminent?
Bitcoin is holding stable around $70,000 following a sharp sell-off, with market data showing mixed signals. While selling pressure remains high, on-chain data reveals significant whale accumulation, suggesting strong buying support at current levels. ETF flows have stabilized after initial outflows, indicating that forced selling may be easing, but Bitcoin is likely to remain range-bound in the short term.
YouTube Star MrBeast Acquires Fintech Startup Step, Hinting at Crypto Financial Expansion
MrBeast's holding company, Beast Industries, is acquiring the fintech startup Step, which offers mobile banking services targeted at teenagers and young adults. This move aligns with MrBeast's previous trademark filings related to crypto exchanges and financial education products. Industry stakeholders see this acquisition as a strategic step to empower Gen Z with practical financial tools, possibly including crypto services in the future.
[IMPORTANT] Polymarket Challenges Massachusetts Ban in Federal Court Amid Sports Betting Market D...
Polymarket has filed a federal lawsuit against Massachusetts, arguing that the state lacks authority to regulate its sports-related prediction markets, which are under federal jurisdiction by the CFTC. This follows a court order requiring rival Kalshi to block Massachusetts users from sports markets, marking the first state-level ban of its kind. Despite setbacks, prediction market platforms have gained support from the CFTC, emphasizing federal oversight over such markets amid increasing regulatory conflicts.
[IMPORTANT] Ethereum, Dogecoin, and Zcash Face Over $3 Billion in Liquidation Risks Amid Market R...
The cryptocurrency market shows early signs of recovery after recent declines, but investor skepticism remains high. Ethereum, Dogecoin, and Zcash have specific catalysts that could trigger substantial short squeeze liquidations if their prices rebound this week. Positive developments such as low exchange reserves, bullish technical patterns, and notable endorsements may increase liquidation risks totaling over $3.1 billion.
Forbes Reveals Binance Controls Nearly 87% of WLFI's USD1 Stablecoin Supply
Forbes reports that Binance holds about 87% of the circulating supply of WLFI's USD1 stablecoin, amounting to $4.7 billion out of $5.4 billion total. This concentration raises concerns over the exchange’s influence on the stablecoin project. Additionally, Binance's founder pleaded guilty in 2023 to AML program failures but was later pardoned.
Ripple Aims to Bridge DeFi and Institutions with XRPL, Yet Liquidity Challenges Persist
Ripple is advancing a vision to integrate decentralized finance (DeFi) with regulated institutions using the XRP Ledger (XRPL) as a compliant and controlled infrastructure. While key components like stablecoin settlement and identity layers are live, XRPL’s liquidity remains thin compared to major DeFi platforms. The outcome hinges on whether permissioned markets and tokenized collateral workflows can attract institutional volume, with XRP’s network utility depending on its role in value routing rather than mere token burns.
Piper Sandler Remains Bullish on Stocks Amid AI Bubble Concerns and Soft Labor Market
Piper Sandler's chief investment strategist, Michael Kantrowitz, expresses optimism about equities despite concerns of an AI-driven bubble and weak labor market data. He highlights that the equity market is experiencing its first broadening in four years, supported by improving macroeconomic indicators and earnings data. Reduced interest rates, lower mortgage and oil prices, alongside fiscal stimulus, contribute to a constructive investment environment.
Dan Romero and Varun Srinivasan, founders of Farcaster, have left the crypto social media space. They joined Tempo, a startup focused on global payments using stablecoins. Their move follows Neynar's acquisition of the Farcaster social protocol.
Surge in Violent 'Wrench Attacks' Targeting Crypto Holders Highlights Growing Physical Security R...
Eleven violent attacks known as 'wrench attacks' targeting cryptocurrency holders have been reported this year, mainly in France. These attacks aim to forcibly steal private keys from individuals rather than hacking digital systems. Recent incidents, including a data breach at a crypto tax service and insider leaks, have increased risks for direct crypto holders.
Wrench Attacks Persist as a Growing Threat to Crypto Investors Early 2026
Violent wrench attacks targeting crypto investors and their families have surged with eleven incidents recorded just in January 2026. Many attacks stem from leaked personal data and the rising value held in individual digital wallets, making physical assaults a preferred method for criminals bypassing technical safeguards. In response, both physical security measures and innovative technical solutions like timelocked wallets are emerging to help protect investors from coercion.
[IMPORTANT] Bitcoin Recovers From $60K Low, Targets $74,500 Resistance Ahead
Bitcoin recently dropped sharply to a capitulation low around $60,000 but rebounded strongly to about $70,300. Key resistance levels to watch are at $71,800 and $74,500, with support firmly holding above $60,000. Market sentiment remains bearish, but technical indicators suggest a possible short-term reversal if the price sustains gains above these resistance levels.
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