Senate Pushes Back on Bankman-Fried’s Clarity Act Endorsement
TLDR Sam Bankman-Fried publicly endorsed the Clarity Act while serving a 25-year prison sentence. Republican and Democratic senators rejected his support for the crypto legislation. Senator Cynthia Lummis said her bill differs from the proposal Bankman-Fried backed in 2022. Senator Elizabeth Warren said his endorsement should raise concerns about...
By Maxwell Mutuma 2/26/2026, 8:05:23 PM
Indiana Advances Bitcoin Rights Law as U.S. States Deepen Crypto Integration
Indiana is moving closer to formally embedding crypto into its public financial system after lawmakers approved House Bill 1042, commonly referred to as the Bitcoin Rights Bill. The legislation has cleared both legislative chambers and now awaits the signature of Governor Mike Braun. Related Reading: Binance Faces US Senate Inquiry Tied To $1.7...
By James Halver 2/26/2026, 8:00:56 PM
XRP Is About To Create History With This Latest Move
Crypto analyst Austin is making a bold claim about XRP’s latest price action, and if he is right, the cryptocurrency could make history. Following a decline below $1.4 earlier this week, Austin believes XRP is now setting the stage for a move that could change its price trajectory, potentially ending its ongoing corrective phase and triggering a...
By Scott Matherson 2/26/2026, 8:00:46 PM
A new bipartisan bill wants to ensure the next century of tech is written in America
The Promoting Innovation in Blockchain Development Act is a high-stakes play to win the global code war.
By Kristin Smith 2/26/2026, 8:00:21 PM
XRP price outlook: Market gears for reset as 90-day open interest shows deleveraging
XRP price outlook leans towards a market reset amid falling open interest and a spike in realized losses. XRP (XRP) was trading at $1.39 at press time, down 5.4% over the past 24 hours, as the broader crypto market extended…
By Leon Okwatch 2/26/2026, 7:59:26 PM
2026 US Midterms Emerge as Potential Turning Point for Crypto Markets
The 2026 US midterm elections are increasingly viewed as a potential catalyst tied to liquidity cycles and broader crypto market recovery.
By Chayanika Deka 2/26/2026, 7:55:42 PM
Bloomberg extends financial data to $25B tokenized markets via Kaiko
Bloomberg and Kaiko aim to embed licensed financial data directly on blockchain networks, targeting institutional tokenized Treasurys and repo markets.
By Sam Bourgi 2/26/2026, 7:52:38 PM
“Crypto Will Fail Without Privacy”: Analyst Warns of Broken Premise
Crypto promised financial freedom, but today’s transparent chains are turning it into a fully-surveilled financial system, claims analyst. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By DailyCoin Team 2/26/2026, 7:52:00 PM
Morph Integrates USDC and CCTP for Stablecoin Settlement
TLDR Morph will support native USDC issued directly by Circle’s regulated entities on its network. Morph will integrate Circle’s Cross-Chain Transfer Protocol to enable burn-and-mint USDC transfers. The integration removes reliance on wrapped USDC versions created by third-party bridges. Circle’s CCTP V2 will serve as the standard for cross-chain...
By Maxwell Mutuma 2/26/2026, 7:50:16 PM
Clapp Multi-Asset Crypto Savings: BTC, ETH, EUR, and Stablecoins in One Account
Review of Clapp’s multi-asset crypto savings account, covering BTC, ETH, EUR, and stablecoins. Learn how Flexible and Fixed Savings products generate accessible and predictable yield.
By Crypto Daily 2/26/2026, 7:48:09 PM
Wall Street Pulls Back After Rally as AI Trade Faces Reality Check
U.S. stocks pulled back Thursday as investors digested blockbuster artificial intelligence (AI) earnings, rising oil prices and fresh tariff pressures, leaving Wall Street in a cautious mood after a two-day rally. Markets Retreat Despite Strong Earnings, Oil Climbs on Iran Talks As of about 12:40 p.m. EST on Feb. 26, U.S. equities were firmly in...
By Jamie Redman 2/26/2026, 7:45:28 PM
American Bitcoin Reports 159% YoY Revenue Amid Trump Crypto Controversies
The post American Bitcoin Reports 159% YoY Revenue Amid Trump Crypto Controversies appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The Trump-backed Bitcoin miner, American Bitcoin Corp. (NASDAQ: ABTC), has today revealed a 159% year-on-year (YoY) revenue upsurge in its Q4, 2025 earnings report. The company also saw a 22% quarter-on-quarter increase in...
By Steve Muchoki 2/26/2026, 7:43:07 PM
Jane Street Faces New Lawsuit: Trump Media Calls For Federal Investigation
Jane Street, one of the world’s largest market-making firms, has come under growing scrutiny as a series of allegations have surfaced linking the company to major disruptions in the crypto market. The firm is already facing a federal lawsuit tied to the collapse of Terraform Labs, and now new claims circulating on social media suggest that Trump...
By Ronaldo Marquez 2/26/2026, 7:41:12 PM
Vitalik Buterin Details Ethereum Quantum Defense Roadmap
TLDR Vitalik Buterin introduced a roadmap to protect Ethereum from future quantum computing risks. He identified validator signatures, data availability, wallet signatures, and zero-knowledge proofs as key risk areas. Buterin proposed replacing BLS validator signatures with hash-based signatures to improve quantum resistance. He said Ethereum may...
By Maxwell Mutuma 2/26/2026, 7:39:13 PM
Vitalik Buterin's ETH Sales Finally Taper Off. Will ETH Recover?
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has concluded his pre-announced selling plan.
By Alex Dovbnya 2/26/2026, 7:33:00 PM
Bitcoin adoption ‘booming’ while price chops: Which metrics matter most?
Bitcoin institutional flows are cooling while its long-term holders and network participants absorb the supply. In a range-bound regime, these are the key signals to watch.
By Biraajmaan Tamuly 2/26/2026, 7:30:00 PM
Nvidia Stock Slides 5% After Strong Q4 Earnings Beat
TLDR Nvidia stock fell as much as 5% in early trading on February 26 despite strong fourth quarter results. The company reported fiscal Q4 revenue of $68.1 billion, marking a 73% increase year over year. Data Center revenue reached $62.3 billion, driven by continued demand for advanced chips. Non-GAAP earnings per share rose to $1.62, [...] The...
By Maxwell Mutuma 2/26/2026, 7:25:38 PM
Bitwise & GraniteShares Push Prediction ETFs Into Mainstream
Betting on the elections has never been so mainstream - two massive crypto hedge funds file for specific prediction market ETFs. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Samantha Diamo 2/26/2026, 7:22:00 PM
Bitcoin Slides to $66K Support as Relief Rally Loses Steam
Bitcoin’s rally stalled as the cryptocurrency retreated from over $69,000 to roughly $67,000, triggering over $470 million in liquidations and wiping $40 billion off its market cap. Market Cap Shrinks Amid Liquidations On Feb. 26, bitcoin’s relief rally hit a wall. After effortlessly sweeping past the $69,000 mark, the cryptocurrency struggled to...
By Terence Zimwara 2/26/2026, 7:15:18 PM
MicroStrategy’s Latest Bitcoin Buy Triggers New Worries For MSTR Stock Price
The MicroStrategy stock price couldn’t continue its upswing despite the company continuing to buy more Bitcoin. Its latest $40 million purchase, on February 23, came just as the stock began sliding again. But that wasn’t the entire story. While MSTR stock dipped by over 9% on February 24, a 16% bounce followed on February 25, The post...
By Ananda Banerjee 2/26/2026, 7:13:45 PM
XRPL could capture billions in machine payments but only if AI agents choose RLUSD
On Feb. 25, t54 Labs announced that Ripple was a strategic investor in its $5 million seed round investment. t54 describes itself as the trust layer for the fast-rising agentic economy. The latest artificial intelligence move is small in dollar terms, but larger in what it signals about where Ripple sees the next fight in […] The post XRPL could...
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 2/26/2026, 7:10:34 PM
Polymarket user gains $400K betting on ZachXBT investigation
As US policymakers scrutinize prediction markets platforms, many Polymarket users won bets over speculation as to which insider trading an online sleuth had exposed.
By Turner Wright 2/26/2026, 7:07:54 PM
MetaMask and Mastercard Roll Out U.S. Crypto Debit Card
TLDR MetaMask and Mastercard have launched a crypto debit card for users across the United States. The card allows users to spend digital assets directly from their MetaMask wallets without manual conversion. Consensys developed the card in partnership with Mastercard after a pilot in the United Kingdom and the European Union. The Metal Card tier...
By Maxwell Mutuma 2/26/2026, 7:05:19 PM
5 Monthly Red Candles: How XRP Is About To Create A Historical Losing Streak
XRP’s higher-timeframe structure is approaching a rare technical milestone on the monthly chart. The cryptocurrency is still on an extended pullback from its 2025 highs above $3 and is now trading around $1.38. If the current price action trajectory holds into month-end, XRP could close February with the fifth straight red monthly candle. Such...
By Sandra White 2/26/2026, 7:00:58 PM
Wondering What’s Going On With Solana? Projects Are Taking Massive Hit As Price Plunges
Solana projects Step Finance and its sister platforms have announced they are winding down operations following an exploit last month. This also comes as crypto prices struggle amid the current bear market, with SOL still below the psychological $100 level. Solana Projects To Wind Down Following Exploit And Amid Price Struggle In an X post, […]
By Scott Matherson 2/26/2026, 7:00:42 PM
Crypto social isn’t dead, it’s just changing hands
Why major shakeups at Farcaster and Lens are actually a market correction.
By Jakub Rusiecki 2/26/2026, 7:00:00 PM
Solana ETF Inflows Hit 2.5 Month High — Why Is Price Still Subdued?
Solana price continues to trade within a defined consolidation range despite renewed optimism in broader markets. SOL has repeatedly tested resistance but failed to secure a decisive breakout. Institutional sentiment appears to be improving. However, on-chain activity tells a different story. While traditional market participants position for...
By Aaryamann Shrivastava 2/26/2026, 7:00:00 PM
Morgan Stanley explores offering Bitcoin lending and yield services
Morgan Stanley's exploration into Bitcoin lending and yield services could accelerate mainstream crypto adoption and reshape financial services. The post Morgan Stanley explores offering Bitcoin lending and yield services appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 2/26/2026, 6:57:47 PM
Ethereum adds $15b in market value amid rising allocations to emerging crypto protocols
Mutuum Finance gains momentum as Ethereum rebounds, raising $20.6m with 19,000+ holders. While much of the early year was defined by caution, a sudden surge in crypto buying activity has caught the attention of global analysts. Ethereum (ETH), the world’s…
By Samuel Msiska 2/26/2026, 6:36:36 PM
Toncoin (TON) price heavily oversold as Telegram introduces Vaults in TON Wallet
The TON Wallet Vaults will let users earn yield on BTC, ETH, and USDT. Toncoin (TON) is deeply oversold, trading near $1.29 with bearish momentum. The key levels to watch are the support around $1.23–$1.26 and the resistance around $1.41–$2.02. Toncoin (TON) cryptocurrency has faced a sharp decline even as Telegram rolls out its new […] The post...
By Charles Thuo 2/26/2026, 6:32:55 PM
Shiba Inu Technical Outlook: Is the 549B SHIB Inflow a Precursor to a Breakdown?
SHIB Technical Analysis: 549B Inflow Signals Breakdown Risk The post Shiba Inu Technical Outlook: Is the 549B SHIB Inflow a Precursor to a Breakdown? appeared first on Coinspeaker.
By Neil Mathew 2/26/2026, 6:31:30 PM
Pi Network Rolls Out Phase 2 Protocol Upgrades With Mandatory Node Deadline
Pi Network set March 1 as the mandatory deadline for Step 2 upgrades, and Mainnet nodes that miss it risk losing network connectivity. The update advances Pi’s protocol path toward newer Stellar consensus versions, with the Core Team targeting version 23 by June 2026. Pi Network has started Phase 2 of its Mainnet protocol upgrades [...]
By Kelvin Munene 2/26/2026, 6:25:00 PM
AI rout hits software stocks, but Grayscale says blockchains stand to benefit
As AI rattles tech stocks, Grayscale's head of research said blockchains will power intelligent agents’ transactions and help offset emerging risks.
By Will Canny 2/26/2026, 6:23:37 PM
From $1.90 to $65: A look at what’s driving WBT’s 3-year rally and where it could go
WhiteBIT’s WBT surges 3,337% in three years, hitting $65.30 from a $1.90 launch price. WhiteBIT launched its native token WBT in August 2022 at around $1.9. Three years later, it touched an all-time high of $65.30 — a roughly 3,337%…
By Samuel Msiska 2/26/2026, 6:21:09 PM
BTC USD Eyes $70K Breakout as Nvidia Earnings Causes $576M in Short Liquidations
Bitcoin Eyes $70K as Nvidia Earnings Trigger $576M Short Liquidations The post BTC USD Eyes $70K Breakout as Nvidia Earnings Causes $576M in Short Liquidations appeared first on Coinspeaker.
By Neil Mathew 2/26/2026, 6:20:47 PM
Sonic price eyes new yearly lows as aggressive downtrend continues
Sonic price remains under heavy selling pressure as an aggressive downtrend continues to dominate market structure.
By Aziz Zamani 2/26/2026, 6:20:39 PM
Dragonfly’s Origin Story Erupts as Alexander Pack Challenges Haseeb Qureshi on X
A public dispute between Dragonfly co-founder Alexander Pack and Managing Partner Haseeb Qureshi has spilled onto X, with a statement from Pack over who deserves credit for building one of crypto venture capital’s most prominent firms. Dragonfly Capital Feud Puts Spotlight on Firm’s 2018 Launch The dispute began after Haseeb Qureshi published an...
By Jamie Redman 2/26/2026, 6:20:21 PM
Vitalik Buterin Unveils 4-Year Roadmap for Faster, Quantum-Resistant Ethereum
Vitalik Buterin has proposed a four-year plan under which Ethereum will achieve quantum resistance via new hash-based signatures and quantum-resistant cryptography. Buterin has sold nearly 17,200 ETH, surpassing his stated target of 16,384 ETH which he said he’d sell to support ecosystem projects. Ethereum researcher Justin Drake has introduced...
By James M. Gathecha 2/26/2026, 6:16:23 PM
Vitalik Buterin unveils Ethereum roadmap to counter quantum computing threat
This move comes shortly after the Ethereum Foundation established a dedicated post-quantum research team to study the issue.
By Margaux Nijkerk 2/26/2026, 6:14:20 PM
WLFI price prediction as World Liberty Financial proposes governance overhaul
The World Liberty Financial governance overhaul proposal proposes 180-day staking for voting rights. The WLFI price closely mirrors Bitcoin’s price and overall crypto market sentiment. The key WLFI price levels to watch are the support at $0.115 and the resistances at $0.120 and $0.1428. World Liberty Financial (WLFI) is making headlines with a...
By Charles Thuo 2/26/2026, 6:13:46 PM
Ethereum’s Fast L1 Vision: Vitalik Buterin Unveils Strawmap Plan for Slots and Finality
TLDR: Vitalik proposes cutting Ethereum’s slot time from 12 seconds to 2 seconds using a sqrt(2) formula. Erasure coding upgrades to Ethereum’s p2p layer will reduce block propagation time across the network. The Minimmit finality algorithm targets a reduction from 16 minutes today down to just 8 seconds. Ethereum’s quantum-resistant upgrades will...
By Brenda Mary 2/26/2026, 6:11:24 PM
Citi to Integrate Bitcoin with Traditional Finance, Launch Custody Services
Bitcoin Magazine Citi to Integrate Bitcoin with Traditional Finance, Launch Custody Services Citi plans to introduce infrastructure that integrates Bitcoin into its banking systems, a bank executive said. This post Citi to Integrate Bitcoin with Traditional Finance, Launch Custody Services first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah...
By Micah Zimmerman 2/26/2026, 6:05:54 PM
Institutional Pivot: Why XRP Spot Buying Is Skyrocketing While Futures Open Interest Slumps
Bitrue reported a 212% surge in spot buying for XRP on February 26, with buy orders more than doubling sell pressure.
By Wayne Jones 2/26/2026, 6:04:55 PM
Ethereum Reclaims $2,000 as ETF Inflows and Upgrade Roadmap Boost Momentum
After weeks stuck below a key psychological level, Ethereum (ETH) surged past $2,000 in a swift rally, pushing prices to $2,158 within a day. The recovery comes after a prolonged period of sideways trading around $1,900 and a broader correction that had pushed ETH more than 60% below its previous peak. Related Reading: Binance Faces […]
By James Halver 2/26/2026, 6:00:54 PM
Dogecoin Price Gets New Bull Case As RWA Tokenization Plan Emerges
Dogecoin has a new utility pitch, and this one is aimed squarely at one of crypto’s most discussed institutional themes. In a X post on February 26, Dogecoin Foundation director Timothy Stebbing said he has spent the last 12 months working toward a plan to make Dogecoin “an asset-backed currency” within two to three years by pushing real-world...
By Jake Simmons 2/26/2026, 6:00:05 PM
Solana price slips back into old range as $78 support comes into focus
Solana price has turned corrective after losing key support near $88, pushing price back into its previous trading range.
By Aziz Zamani 2/26/2026, 5:58:12 PM
STRK price outlook as Starknet prepares to launch strkBTC, a shielded Bitcoin for private transactions
strkBTC will enable private Bitcoin transactions on Starknet’s DeFi network. STRK is down nearly 70% in 90 days, closely tracking Bitcoin’s movements. The key STRK price levels to watch are the support at $0.04 and the resistance at $0.045. Starknet is gearing up for a major move in the decentralised finance (DeFi) space with the […] The post STRK...
By Charles Thuo 2/26/2026, 5:55:25 PM
PACT Announces $PACT Token Support on Kraken, MEXC, and Gate
PACT Announces $PACT Token Support on Kraken, MEXC, and Gate
By Crypto Daily 2/26/2026, 5:49:02 PM
PayPal not pursuing sale despite report of Stripe interest
PayPal is not in sale talks despite reports that Stripe is evaluating a potential acquisition amid leadership changes and financing hurdles. The post PayPal not pursuing sale despite report of Stripe interest appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 2/26/2026, 5:47:57 PM
Bitcoin surged toward $69,000 after a brutal flush, but Glassnode says one level decides if it fades
Bitcoin bounced back toward $69,000 on Feb. 25 after an intraday flush that printed lows in the low-$60,000s across multiple venues, liquidating nearly $500 million in short positions. The move keeps price inside the $60,000-$69,000 range that has defined February trading, according to Glassnode. Yet, it doesn't resolve the structural weakness...
By Gino Matos 2/26/2026, 5:45:07 PM