Asia's crypto landscape sees significant regulatory and innovation milestones this week. Malaysia initiates pilot programs for stablecoins and tokenized deposits, Thailand permits digital assets as collateral for derivatives, and Russia legally recognizes cryptocurrencies as property. Additional developments include Kyrgyzstan reporting increased crypto tax revenues and Japan progressing with stablecoin-based securities settlements.
Consensus HK 2026 Marks the Dawn of a New Crypto Era with Machine Integration
The first major cryptocurrency conference of 2026, Consensus HK, highlighted the end of chaotic phases and the beginning of machine-driven advancements in the crypto space. The event focused on three key opening scripts that outline the integration of AI and automation in crypto technologies. This signals a new era where machine intelligence will play a pivotal role in shaping blockchain and crypto ecosystems.
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin expressed concern that prediction markets are increasingly focused on short-term speculative betting rather than meaningful economic functions. He proposes evolving these markets to serve as hedging tools against everyday expenses and inflation using onchain mechanisms combined with AI. Regulatory scrutiny is growing in the US as lawmakers introduce bills targeting speculative contracts, especially following high-profile bets like one on Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.
Machi Big Brother Increases ETH Holdings by 225 ETH and Opens Small VVV Long Position
Machi Big Brother has increased their Ethereum (ETH) contract long position by 225 ETH, bringing the total to 2,925 ETH valued at about $6 million. Alongside this, they have also opened a small long position in the VVV token, currently valued at $22,000. These moves indicate increased confidence in ETH and a speculative interest in VVV.
[IMPORTANT] Zand Partners with Ripple to Boost UAE Digital Economy via Stablecoins and Blockchain
UAE digital bank Zand has partnered with Ripple to advance the regional digital economy through stablecoin innovations and blockchain technology. The collaboration centers on Zand's Dirham-backed stablecoin (AEDZ) and Ripple's US Dollar stablecoin (RLUSD), including plans to integrate AEDZ on the XRP Ledger. This initiative supports the UAE's objective to double the digital economy's growth by 2032 by leveraging regulated stablecoins and blockchain infrastructure.
Nic Carter Warns of Potential Institutional Takeover if Bitcoin's Quantum Security Risks Are Ignored
Nic Carter warned that if Bitcoin developers do not promptly address quantum computing threats, major institutions like BlackRock may intervene to take control of Bitcoin's development. BlackRock holds over 760,000 BTC valued at around $50 billion, giving it significant influence in the ecosystem. Opinions differ within the community, with some experts downplaying the quantum threat and institutional owners being seen as passive investors rather than active controllers.
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Ethereum Spot ETFs Experience $161 Million Outflows Over Four Consecutive Weeks
Ethereum spot ETFs recorded net outflows totaling $161 million during February 9-13, marking the fourth straight week of withdrawals. BlackRock's ETHA ETF led the outflows with $113 million withdrawn, while Fidelity's FETH ETF saw $40.75 million in outflows. Conversely, Grayscale's Ethereum Mini Trust saw a net inflow of nearly $50 million, with total Ethereum spot ETF assets currently valued at $11.72 billion.
XRP Spot ETFs See $7.65M Net Inflow Amid Growing Investor Interest
XRP spot ETFs experienced a net inflow of $7.65 million during February 9-13, led by Franklin's XRPZ ETF with $5.42 million inflow. Canary's XRPC ETF also recorded substantial inflows, while Grayscale's GXRP saw outflows of nearly $5.9 million. Overall, XRP spot ETFs hold $1.01 billion in assets, representing 1.18% of XRP's market capitalization.
Vintage EtherRock NFT No.71 Fetches $132,000 in Recent Sale
EtherRock 71, a vintage NFT, was recently sold for $132,000, equivalent to 63.3 ETH, according to a report on the X platform. The sale indicates sustained interest and high valuations within the NFT collectible market. This event highlights continued demand for rare NFTs despite broader market fluctuations.
Bitcoin Spot ETFs See $360 Million Net Outflows Over Four Consecutive Weeks
Bitcoin spot ETFs recorded net outflows totaling $360 million this week, marking the fourth straight week of withdrawals according to SoSoValue data. BlackRock's IBIT and Fidelity's FBTC led the outflows with $235 million and $125 million respectively, while Grayscale's Bitcoin Mini Trust BTC saw a positive inflow of $110 million. The total net asset value of Bitcoin spot ETFs stands at $87.04 billion, representing 6.33% of Bitcoin's market capitalization.
XRP Eyes Potential Breakout Amid Market Fragility and ETF Inflows
XRP showed a modest recovery, holding near $1.40 after a recent dip to $1.16, with analysts forecasting a price range between $1.37 and $1.66 in the near term. While a breakout past $1.66 could propel XRP toward $1.90 and higher, broad crypto market uncertainty and liquidity issues continue to weigh on investor sentiment. Notably, Goldman Sachs holds $153 million in XRP, largely via ETFs, which may support future price appreciation.
Morgan Stanley Seeks Blockchain Engineer for Multichain Integration Projects with Focus on Hyperl...
Morgan Stanley is hiring a blockchain software engineer who will lead projects integrating multiple blockchains, including Hyperledger, Polygon, Canton, and Ethereum. The job posting offers a salary compensation up to $150,000 per year. This move highlights increasing institutional interest in blockchain interoperability and enterprise-grade blockchain solutions.
[IMPORTANT] Elon Musk's X to Introduce Smart Cashtags for Seamless In-App Stock and Crypto Trading
Elon Musk's social platform X is set to launch Smart Cashtags, enabling users to trade stocks and cryptocurrencies directly within posts, marking a shift toward becoming an all-in-one financial and social app. This feature arrives alongside the beta launch of X Money, a peer-to-peer payment system, expanding X's financial services. Recently, X restricted crypto-linked engagement apps due to concerns over spam and manipulation, causing sharp declines in related tokens like KAITO.
X to Introduce Smart Cashtags Enabling Crypto and Stock Trading Links by Early 2026
X plans to launch the Smart Cashtags feature by mid-to-late February 2026, providing users with links and data tools for cryptocurrency and stock trading. The platform will not act as a broker nor execute trades directly. This initiative aims to facilitate easier access to trading information and market data.
ETH Whale Partially Takes Profits After Accumulating 105,000 ETH Long Positions
An Ethereum whale who accumulated 105,000 ETH in long positions has partially taken profits by closing 28,000 ETH, realizing $1.263 million. The whale still holds 77,000 ETH long positions valued at $160 million and has placed a limit sell order for 3,000 ETH around $2,100-$2,110. This activity signals cautious profit-taking amid substantial unrealized gains.
Ethereum Whale Flips $3.5M Loss to Profit on 20x Leveraged Long Position
A whale address identified as '0x6C8' opened a 20x leveraged long position on Ethereum (ETH) starting February 11th. Initially, the position faced a floating loss exceeding $3.5 million. Recently, the position has turned profitable by $24,800 and remains open with a total exposure valued at approximately $93.79 million.
Backpack CEO Highlights Lower Retail Investor Exploitation Risk in Bear Market Token Generation E...
Backpack CEO Armani Ferrante explained that Token Generation Events (TGEs) conducted during bear markets tend to reduce the risk of retail investors being exploited. Ferrante made this statement in a post on X, emphasizing the advantages of launching tokens in less bullish conditions. The insight suggests that market timing plays a crucial role in protecting retail participants during TGEs.
[IMPORTANT] Binance Co-CEO Richard Teng Attributes Oct 10 Crypto Crash to Macro Factors, Not USDe...
At Consensus Hong Kong 2026, Binance Co-CEO Richard Teng clarified that the October 10 crypto market crash was driven by macroeconomic factors rather than the depegging of USDe stablecoin. He highlighted that factors like U.S. tariffs had a significant impact leading to mass liquidations. Teng's remarks shift focus from specific crypto incidents to broader economic influences in explaining the market downturn.
Elon Musk has revealed via X that the Grok 4.2 version will launch next week. The new version is expected to offer significant improvements compared to Grok 4.1. This update reflects ongoing development and innovation efforts.
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