Bitcoin bounces above $65,000 as dollar weakens and double-bottom hopes build
A broad uptick across tokens arrived alongside a softer greenback and a rally in Asian equities, though analysts remain split on whether the Feb. 5 lows will hold.
By Shaurya Malwa 2/25/2026, 5:07:11 AM
US Democrats Probe Binance Amid $1.7 Billion Iranian Sanctions Evasion Allegations
US Democratic Senator Richard Blumenthal wrote to Binance CEO Richard Teng amid concerns the crypto exchange has been involved in Iranian sanction evasion totalling over US$1.7 billion. The post US Democrats Probe Binance Amid $1.7 Billion Iranian Sanctions Evasion Allegations appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Jody McDonald 2/25/2026, 5:04:11 AM
The $33 Billion Drain: Bitcoin Realized Cap Craters as Capital Abandons the Network for a Second Month
Bitcoin continues to struggle to reclaim the $65,000 level as persistent selling pressure and weakening sentiment keep the market in a fragile state. Price action has remained subdued in recent weeks, with volatility elevated and risk appetite constrained by tightening liquidity conditions and macro uncertainty. The inability to secure sustained...
By Sebastian Villafuerte 2/25/2026, 5:00:14 AM
Solo Bitcoin Miner Turns $75 in Rented Hashrate Into $200,000 Block Reward
A solo Bitcoin miner defied the odds by validating an entire block using rented, on-demand hashrate, earning the full 3.125 BTC reward worth roughly $200,000. The post Solo Bitcoin Miner Turns $75 in Rented Hashrate Into $200,000 Block Reward appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Jos Oramas 2/25/2026, 4:52:36 AM
Bitcoin captures $65K after US stocks rebound from AI sell-off: Will it hold?
Bitcoin rallied above $66,000 following a positive close from US stock markets, putting Monday’s AI and tech-stock driven sell-off to rest. Will $60,000 remain the BTC bottom?
By Antonio Oliveira 2/25/2026, 4:50:48 AM
Best Crypto Presale for 2026: Pepeto Could Turn a $6,000 Buy Into $300,000 as Backpack Exchange Offers Equity and Smart Money Rotates Into Real Utility
The post Best Crypto Presale for 2026: Pepeto Could Turn a $6,000 Buy Into $300,000 as Backpack Exchange Offers Equity and Smart Money Rotates Into Real Utility appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Backpack Exchange just announced that stakers of its token can earn actual equity in the company ahead of a potential IPO. When exchanges start...
By PR Manager 2/25/2026, 4:46:31 AM
Prominent Analyst Questions Hesitation as Bitcoin Enters Classic Bottom Zone
Analyst James Check says Bitcoin is trading in levels historically associated with post-capitulation bottoms across multiple technical and on-chain models. The post Prominent Analyst Questions Hesitation as Bitcoin Enters Classic Bottom Zone appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Jos Oramas 2/25/2026, 4:41:54 AM
Ethereum Foundation Deploys 2,016 ETH as It Begins Large-Scale Treasury Staking
By staking treasury ETH, the Ethereum Foundation now directly participates in consensus while generating native, ether-denominated yield.
By Chayanika Deka 2/25/2026, 4:36:30 AM
Crypto Fallout Turns Toxic: South Korean Investor Charged in Poisoned Coffee Plot
Seoul prosecutors say a cryptocurrency partnership dispute led to an alleged insecticide poisoning, with the accused facing attempted murder charges. The post Crypto Fallout Turns Toxic: South Korean Investor Charged in Poisoned Coffee Plot appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Rachel Lourdesamy 2/25/2026, 4:36:17 AM
Meta Eyes Stablecoin Launch to Power Payments Across Its 3 Billion-User Network
Meta is reportedly planning to integrate stablecoin payments across its platforms, potentially partnering with firms like Stripe to support wallet infrastructure and transactions. The post Meta Eyes Stablecoin Launch to Power Payments Across Its 3 Billion-User Network appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Jos Oramas 2/25/2026, 4:31:27 AM
El Mencho’s Killing Sparks Violence Across Mexico, Regulators Highlight Cartel Crypto Use
One of the world’s most wanted drug lords is dead. Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, known as “El Mencho,” was killed on Sunday. His death triggered a wave of violence across several Mexican states. Beyond the security impact, attention is also turning to the cartel’s financial operations. In recent years, regulators and researchers have...
By Kamina Bashir 2/25/2026, 4:24:23 AM
Russian Authorities Launch Criminal Probe Into Telegram CEO Pavel Durov
Russia’s Federal Security Service has opened a criminal investigation into Telegram CEO Pavel Durov over alleged facilitation of terrorist activities, according to state media reports. The post Russian Authorities Launch Criminal Probe Into Telegram CEO Pavel Durov appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Jos Oramas 2/25/2026, 4:23:06 AM
Why Is The Crypto Market Up Today?
The total crypto market cap (TOTAL) and Bitcoin (BTC) rebounded after the bearishness in the market likely exhausted. Altcoins noted a slight surge as well, led by Morpho’s (MORPHO) 12% rise. In the news today:- The Crypto Market Is In Green The total crypto market cap has risen by $32 billion in the past 24 The post Why Is The Crypto Market Up...
By Aaryamann Shrivastava 2/25/2026, 4:08:20 AM
Payoneer joins rush of fintechs bidding for US bank charters
Coinbase, World Liberty Financial and Laser Digital are also in line for a banking charter in the US, after Crypto.com received conditional approval for a charter on Monday.
By Brayden Lindrea 2/25/2026, 4:08:03 AM
‘Parallels to the 2008 Financial Crisis’ — JPMorgan Chief Jamie Dimon Sounds Alarm on AI and Credit Risks
JPMorgan Chase & Co. CEO Jamie Dimon said competitive lending and elevated market confidence today resemble patterns seen before the 2008 financial crisis, urging vigilance even as banks operate under stricter rules. Dimon Warns Competitive Lending Could Backfire Speaking at the bank’s annual investor day in New York on Feb. 23, 2026, Dimon drew...
By Jamie Redman 2/25/2026, 4:05:00 AM
Bitcoin Nears Death Cross That Preceded Final Bear Market Legs
An analyst has pointed out how Bitcoin could be approaching a death cross between the 50-day and 200-day SMAs on the 3-day chart. Bitcoin Is Potentially Nearing A Death Cross On The 3-Day Timeframe In a new post on X, analyst Ali Martinez has talked about a death cross on Bitcoin’s 3-day price chart. A “death cross” popularly refers to a bearish...
By Keshav Verma 2/25/2026, 4:00:41 AM
Bitcoin Vs. Quantum: Saylor Says The Threat Is Over A Decade Off
Market jitters over a futuristic risk met a calm reply this week. Some voices warn that quantum machines could one day threaten the keys that protect Bitcoin and other cryptos. Other leaders say the danger is distant and that systems can be fixed well before disaster strikes. Related Reading: Could A Stablecoin Fund Gaza Relief? […]
By Christian Encila 2/25/2026, 4:00:10 AM
Bitcoin price prediction as Coinbase BTC Premium flips positive for the first time in 40 days
Bitcoin price is attempting a recovery near $65,000 as the Coinbase Premium turns positive despite recent exchange-traded fund outflows. Bitcoin was trading at $65,907 at press time, up 3.4% in the last 24 hours. The move follows a drop to…
By Leon Okwatch 2/25/2026, 3:59:41 AM
Top 3 Price Prediction: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Ripple – BTC, ETH and XRP post cautious recovery amid downside risks
Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and Ripple (XRP) are posting a cautious recovery on Wednesday following a market correction earlier this week. BTC is approaching a key breakdown level, while ETH and XRP are rebounding from crucial support levels.
By N/A 2/25/2026, 3:57:13 AM
Top Crypto Gainers: Morpho, Ether.fi, and Pippin rally amid market pressure
Altcoins, including Morpho (MORPHO), Ether.fi (ETHFI) and Pippin (PIPPIN) are leading the gains over the last 24 hours as the broader cryptocurrency market remains under pressure. Technically, the recovery in MORPHO, ETHFI, and PIPPIN shows upside potential as buying pressure increases.
By N/A 2/25/2026, 3:35:19 AM
Bitcoin Depot mandates ID verification for all crypto ATM transactions
Enhanced ID checks at crypto ATMs may deter fraud but could also impact user privacy and transaction speed, influencing broader industry practices. The post Bitcoin Depot mandates ID verification for all crypto ATM transactions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 2/25/2026, 3:26:09 AM
Bitcoin Depot to require ID for all transactions at its crypto ATMs
Bitcoin Depot is moving to require ID for all transactions as regulators have cracked down on crypto ATM operators over scams and money laundering concerns.
By Stephen Katte 2/25/2026, 3:22:49 AM
Ethereum Price Rebound Pauses at $1,950, Traders Eye Next Move
Ethereum price started a fresh decline below $1,865. ETH is now recovering losses from $1,800 and might struggle to recover above $1,925 or $1,950. Ethereum started a recovery wave from the $1,800 zone. The price is trading above $1,900 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is a bearish trend line forming with resistance at $1,935 on the...
By Aayush Jindal 2/25/2026, 3:18:07 AM
Stripe considers acquiring some or all of PayPal: Report
Bloomberg reports that Stripe is in early acquisition talks with PayPal as the payments giant has battled competition, leadership turmoil, and an 85% stock drop from its peak.
By Martin Young 2/25/2026, 3:12:02 AM
Mastercard Hires for Crypto Just as Citrini Warns It Could Be Obsolete
Mastercard is hiring a Director of Crypto Flows to lead stablecoin-linked card issuance, scale DeFi payment flows, and rewrite network rules for Web3 transactions. The job posting, first surfaced by crypto journalist Frank Chaparro on Feb. 24, signals a structural push beyond the pilot-stage experiments the payments giant has run so far. The...
By Oihyun Kim 2/25/2026, 3:03:10 AM
Bitcoin Sees “Most Aggressive” Institutional Selling Ever, Analyst Says
The founder of Capriole Investments has highlighted how Bitcoin is currently facing the most net selling pressure from institutions in history. Bitcoin Is Observing An Exit From Institutional Entities In a new post on X, Capriole Investments founder Charles Edwards has discussed the latest trend in the behavior of institutional entities on the...
By Keshav Verma 2/25/2026, 3:00:45 AM
Range High Reclaim Or Weekly Lows? Bitcoin At A Critical Crossroads
Bitcoin is sitting at a decisive inflection point. After losing key support and pressing into range extremes, the market now faces a clear binary outcome: reclaim the range highs and shift momentum back to the upside, or fail and extend toward new weekly lows. The next move from here will likely set the tone for Bitcoin’s short-term direction....
By Godspower Owie 2/25/2026, 3:00:23 AM
Binance Alpha adds support for Ondo’s tokenized stocks and ETFs
Binance has added support for tokenized U.S. stocks and exchange-traded funds on its Alpha trading platform, giving users new ways to access traditional assets through blockchain-based products. The update allows users to trade tokenized securities directly using funds held on Binance…
By Leon Okwatch 2/25/2026, 2:58:04 AM
Crypto lobby Blockchain Association pitches tax plan to Congress
The Blockchain Association released its tax policy positions, saying “low-dollar” crypto transfers should be exempted, but mining and staking should be taxed.
By Brayden Lindrea 2/25/2026, 2:50:07 AM
Pi Network News: Founders Defend Vision as PI Crashes 94%, Say ‘We Are Nonconformist’
The post Pi Network News: Founders Defend Vision as PI Crashes 94%, Say ‘We Are Nonconformist’ appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Pi Network is going through a rough stretch. PI is trading near $0.16, down more than 94% from its all-time high of $2.98. Even after a small bounce from its recent low near $0.13, sentiment remains fragile....
By Anjali Belgaumkar 2/25/2026, 2:49:09 AM
MoonPay launches non-custodial payment infrastructure for AI agents
Crypto payments platform MoonPay has introduced a new product designed to give artificial intelligence systems direct access to digital wallets and on-chain transactions. MoonPay Agents, a non-custodial software layer that enables AI agents to create wallets, manage funds, and trade…
By Leon Okwatch 2/25/2026, 2:36:00 AM
Discord delays global age verification rollout until H2 2026
Discord's delay in age verification highlights the tension between user privacy concerns and regulatory compliance, impacting user trust and platform dynamics. The post Discord delays global age verification rollout until H2 2026 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 2/25/2026, 2:25:58 AM
Crypto Market Today: Bitcoin and Ethereum Pump After Jane Street Lawsuit
The post Crypto Market Today: Bitcoin and Ethereum Pump After Jane Street Lawsuit appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The crypto market is flashing green today after days of pressure. Total market capitalization has climbed to $2.27 trillion, up nearly 3% in 24 hours. Bitcoin is trading around $66,200, gaining more than 3% on the day....
By Anjali Belgaumkar 2/25/2026, 2:21:14 AM
Bitcoin Price Attempts Comeback, but Technical Hurdles Challenge Bulls Ahead
Bitcoin price failed to stay above $65,000 and dipped further. BTC is now recovering losses from $62,500 and faces hurdles near the $66,500 zone. Bitcoin started a fresh decline and traded below the $65,000 support. The price is trading below $66,500 and the 100 hourly simple moving average. There is a bearish trend line forming with resistance at...
By Aayush Jindal 2/25/2026, 2:18:36 AM
‘We Designed XRPL So Ripple Could Not Control It’: David Schwartz Breaks Silence
The post ‘We Designed XRPL So Ripple Could Not Control It’: David Schwartz Breaks Silence appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News A new debate is taking place in the crypto world after Ripple’s Chief Technology Officer, David Schwartz, made a series of statements about XRP and control over the XRP Ledger. And this time, he didn’t dodge the hard...
By Anjali Belgaumkar 2/25/2026, 2:08:44 AM
Meta plans another stablecoin launch in 2026 for its digital payment systems
The post Meta plans another stablecoin launch in 2026 for its digital payment systems appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Tech giant Meta Platforms Inc reportedly has plans to launch yet another dollar-backed stablecoin to support digital payments for its products. Sources close to the project said Meta will work with a third-party vendor to...
By Steve Muchoki 2/25/2026, 2:07:03 AM
Ethereum Foundation to Stake 70,000 ETH for Native Yield
The Ethereum Foundation has begun staking roughly 70,000 ETH from its treasury, directing rewards back into its operations. The move aligns with its treasury policy and leverages open-source infrastructure to enhance resilience and decentralization. EF Begins Large-Scale Solo Staking Operation The Ethereum Foundation (EF) has started staking a...
By Emmanuel Musa 2/25/2026, 2:05:27 AM
Ethereum Founder Keeps Moving Coins — ETH Sell-Off Continues
Vitalik Buterin has been moving Ether into stablecoins again. According to on-chain data, wallets linked to him carried out a series of swaps on CoW Swap, sending more than 3,100 ETH into stable assets in recent days. Related Reading: Bitcoin Buying Spree Nears Century Mark, Saylor Hints Reports from Arkham Intelligence flagged the activity, which...
By Christian Encila 2/25/2026, 2:00:55 AM
Expert Trader Shares How Many Days Are Left Until Bitcoin Reaches A Bottom
Following its continued price decline in 2026, reports confirmed that Bitcoin (BTC) had officially entered its cyclical bear market phase. The world’s largest cryptocurrency has been trading sideways for months, with analysts predicting further volatility and price declines despite its recent drop below $65,000. Amid the downturn, market expert...
By Scott Matherson 2/25/2026, 2:00:46 AM
China’s Gold Rush Isn’t Over — It Just Moved to a Duty-Free Island and a New Trading Hub
Gold prices have recovered to $5,161 per ounce after January’s dramatic crash — and the epicenter of the rebound points squarely at China. But this time, the story is bigger than speculation. Beijing is making a coordinated push to reshape the global gold market from the ground up. The Hainan Arbitrage Hainan’s new zero-tariff regime The post...
By Oihyun Kim 2/25/2026, 1:23:35 AM
US senator probes Binance over alleged Iran and Russia sanctions violations
The investigation into Binance could intensify regulatory scrutiny on crypto exchanges, impacting global compliance standards and market trust. The post US senator probes Binance over alleged Iran and Russia sanctions violations appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 2/25/2026, 1:06:19 AM
Report: Anthropic’s Claude AI Faces Uncertain Future in Classified Pentagon Systems
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth met with Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei at the Pentagon on Tuesday as the Department of Defense pressed Anthropic to remove restrictions on its Claude artificial intelligence (AI) system or face possible penalties. Military AI Governance Tested in High-Stakes Pentagon Meeting The Feb. 24 meeting followed weeks of tension...
By Jamie Redman 2/25/2026, 1:05:58 AM
Anthropic says it's been targeted in massive distillation attacks
Anthropic alleges Chinese AI companies DeepSeek, Moonshot and MiniMax made 24,000 accounts and 16 million Claude exchanges to scrape its AI bot for training.
By N/A 2/25/2026, 1:03:34 AM
XRP At Risk? Large Holders Stir The Market, Increasing Near-Term Turbulence
The broader cryptocurrency market saw a sharp drop today, and the price of XRP took a big hit, falling to the $1.35 level. After a period of downside action, current on-chain activity is weakening, which is hinting at a continuation of the current bearish environment for the leading altcoin. A Spike In XRP Whale Transfers […]
By Godspower Owie 2/25/2026, 1:00:53 AM
Bitcoin Hashrate Recovery Signals Next Rally, Expert Says
Former CoinRoutes CEO Dave Weisberger argued in an X post on February 23 that Bitcoin’s early-2026 hashrate rebound is more than a mining-cycle recovery and may be a lagging signal of a broader price move ahead. His core thesis is that sovereign-linked mining activity is starting to play for Bitcoin the same structural role central bank gold...
By Jake Simmons 2/25/2026, 1:00:28 AM
Hyperliquid Price Forecast: HYPE registers mild gains following CoinShares' ETP launch
Hyperliquid (HYPE) registered a 3% gain on Tuesday after CoinShares announced the launch of its Physical Hyperliquid Staking exchange-traded product (ETP), offering investors exposure to the token's price and staking yields.
By N/A 2/25/2026, 12:53:14 AM
New Data Shows Which US Investors Actually Sold Bitcoin ETFs
Large US investors reduced their Bitcoin ETF holdings in late 2025, and new breakdowns show the selling came mainly from a few specific groups rather than the entire market. Bloomberg Intelligence data shared by analysts shows that 13F filers — large institutions that report quarterly holdings to the US SEC — were net sellers of The post New Data...
By Mohammad Shahid 2/25/2026, 12:41:38 AM
Bitcoin Price Analysis: BTC Extends Retreat to Sub $63K, Threatening Retracement to $55K
The post Bitcoin Price Analysis: BTC Extends Retreat to Sub $63K, Threatening Retracement to $55K appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News On February 24, the price of Bitcoin (BTC) fell below $63,000, hitting an intraday low of $62,694. At press time, the overall relative strength index (RSI) was at 43.21, reading oversold, similar to the Mt Gox...
By Steve Muchoki 2/25/2026, 12:29:13 AM
Is SWIFT Putting XRP On? Lunch Behind Closed Doors
Months after on-rail testing completed, SWIFT’s executives talk business with Ripple at the Four Seasons Hotel. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Tadas Klimasevskis 2/25/2026, 12:25:00 AM
Stocks Face Long Grind Lower, but Bitcoin May Rally First, Says Gareth Soloway
Gareth Soloway, president and chief market strategist at Verified Investing, told David Lin on The David Lin Report (TDLR) that U.S. stocks could face a prolonged grind lower while bitcoin may be primed for a sharp relief rally. Gareth Soloway Warns of Japan-Style Stagnation as He Turns Bullish on Bitcoin Markets opened the week on […]
By Jamie Redman 2/25/2026, 12:05:38 AM