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White House Executive Director: Trillions Are Waiting To Enter Bitcoin And Crypto, Working Hard on Market Structure Bill

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White House Executive Director: Trillions Are Waiting To Enter Bitcoin And Crypto, Working Hard on Market Structure Bill
The White House executive director said trillions are poised to enter Bitcoin and crypto, emphasizing ongoing work on a market structure bill.
This post White House Executive Director: Trillions Are Waiting To Enter Bitcoin And Crypto, Working Hard on Market Structure Bill first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

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Lightning Labs Rolls Out AI Agent Tools to Help With Bitcoin Transactions on Lightning Network

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Lightning Labs Rolls Out AI Agent Tools to Help With Bitcoin Transactions on Lightning Network
Lightning Labs released a new toolkit that enables AI agents to operate directly on the Bitcoin Lightning Network.
This post Lightning Labs Rolls Out AI Agent Tools to Help With Bitcoin Transactions on Lightning Network first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

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U.S. Treasury: Congress Needs to Pass Crypto Legislation This Spring 

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U.S. Treasury: Congress Needs to Pass Crypto Legislation This Spring 
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is urging lawmakers to deliver crypto legislation to President Donald Trump’s desk for signature this spring.
This post U.S. Treasury: Congress Needs to Pass Crypto Legislation This Spring  first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

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Heavy Selling Hits Bitcoin and Ether ETFs Again With $523 Million Combined Outflows

Crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs) extended their losing streak as bitcoin and ether recorded another wave of heavy outflows. XRP also slipped into the red, while solana stood out with modest inflows. Bitcoin ETFs Bleed $410 Million as Crypto Outflows Accelerate Selling pressure intensified across crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs), with investors continuing to pull capital from

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Binance France CEO Targeted in Failed Home Invasion Near Paris, Three Arrested

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Binance France CEO Targeted in Failed Home Invasion Near Paris, Three Arrested
Binance France CEO David Prinçay was targeted in a failed home invasion near Paris on Feb. 12. French police arrested three suspects.
This post Binance France CEO Targeted in Failed Home Invasion Near Paris, Three Arrested first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

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Taurus and Blockdaemon Partner to Advance Institutional Crypto Staking Solutions

Taurus and Blockdaemon have formed a strategic partnership to provide institutional-grade crypto staking services, enabling banks and financial institutions to participate in Proof-of- Stake networks securely. Taurus, a Swiss digital asset infrastructure provider, has partnered with Blockdaemon to integrate institutional-grade staking services for global banking and financial clients. The collaboration enables regulated institutions to participate

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Bitcoin’s Next Stop Might Be $50,000, Not the Moon, Says Standard Chartered Analyst

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Bitcoin’s Next Stop Might Be $50,000, Not the Moon, Says Standard Chartered Analyst
Bitcoin could face steeper losses as investor risk appetite weakens, with prices potentially sliding as low as $50,000.
This post Bitcoin’s Next Stop Might Be $50,000, Not the Moon, Says Standard Chartered Analyst first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

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BYDFi Joins Solana Accelerate APAC at Consensus Hong Kong, Expanding Solana Ecosystem Engagement

This content is provided by a sponsor. PRESS RELEASE. VICTORIA, Seychelles, February 12, 2026 — Global crypto trading platform BYDFi participated as a sponsor of Solana Accelerate APAC at Consensus Hong Kong 2026, held alongside Consensus Hong Kong at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. The combined gathering brought founders, institutions, policymakers, and builders

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Coinbase ($COIN) in Limbo as CEO Continues Selling Shares, Analysts Issue Downgrades

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Coinbase ($COIN) in Limbo as CEO Continues Selling Shares, Analysts Issue Downgrades
Coinbase is facing some selling pressure on Wall Street as analysts trim expectations and insider selling adds to investor unease ahead of the company’s upcoming earnings report.
This post Coinbase ($COIN) in Limbo as CEO Continues Selling Shares, Analysts Issue Downgrades first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

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SEC Chair Slammed by Democrats Over Shift in Crypto Enforcement

U.S. lawmakers challenged SEC Chair Paul Atkins over a sharp decline in crypto enforcement actions, raising concerns about dismissed lawsuits and alleged political ties to Trump-linked crypto ventures. Lawmakers Question Paul Atkinson on Dropped Crypto Cases Tensions over crypto regulation resurfaced on Capitol Hill this week as lawmakers questioned Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair

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BlackRock Says 1% Crypto Allocation in Asia Could Drive $2 Trillion in Inflows

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BlackRock Says 1% Crypto Allocation in Asia Could Drive $2 Trillion in Inflows
An executive from BlackRock said that a small shift in Asian portfolio allocations toward crypto could generate enormous inflows for the digital asset market. 
This post BlackRock Says 1% Crypto Allocation in Asia Could Drive $2 Trillion in Inflows first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

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Standard Chartered and B2C2 Form Partnership to Help Institutions Access Crypto

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Standard Chartered and B2C2 Form Partnership to Help Institutions Access Crypto
Standard Chartered and B2C2 have partnered to provide institutional investors with seamless, regulated access to crypto markets.
This post Standard Chartered and B2C2 Form Partnership to Help Institutions Access Crypto first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

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DDC Enterprise ($DDC) Adds 100 Bitcoin, Treasury Holdings Reach 1,988 BTC

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DDC Enterprise ($DDC) Adds 100 Bitcoin, Treasury Holdings Reach 1,988 BTC
DDC Enterprise says it bought another 100 bitcoin, lifting its stash to 1,988 BTC as it pushes ahead with an aggressive, long-term treasury strategy despite bitcoin trading around $67,000.
This post DDC Enterprise ($DDC) Adds 100 Bitcoin, Treasury Holdings Reach 1,988 BTC first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

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US Federal Judge Hands 8-Year Prison Term to Safemoon CEO

A U.S. court sentenced the former CEO of defunct crypto firm Safemoon to 100 months in federal prison for defrauding investors. The CEO was also ordered to forfeit $7.5 million and two properties, with restitution to be determined later. Asset Forfeiture and Victim Restitution A U.S. court has sentenced the CEO of Safemoon, the defunct

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Interactive Brokers Adds Nano Bitcoin Futures Via Coinbase Derivatives

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Interactive Brokers Adds Nano Bitcoin Futures Via Coinbase Derivatives
Interactive Brokers now offers nano Bitcoin futures via Coinbase Derivatives, providing smaller, lower-risk, and perpetual-style contracts to broaden regulated crypto access for its clients.
This post Interactive Brokers Adds Nano Bitcoin Futures Via Coinbase Derivatives first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

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‘We’re Not Selling’: Strategy’s (MSTR) Michael Saylor Doubles Down on Bitcoin Buys

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‘We’re Not Selling’: Strategy’s (MSTR) Michael Saylor Doubles Down on Bitcoin Buys
Michael Saylor defended Strategy’s bitcoin-buying strategy on CNBC’s Squawk Box today, brushing off fears the company could be forced to sell Bitcoin in a prolonged downturn.
This post ‘We’re Not Selling’: Strategy’s (MSTR) Michael Saylor Doubles Down on Bitcoin Buys first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

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Europe Pushes for Payment Sovereignty to Counter Potential US Intervention

Private banking groups are warning about the growing EU dependence on foreign payment companies. Martina Weimert, chief executive of the European Payments Initiative (EPI), called for urgent action on this issue, stating that independence in the payments field was “crucial.” European Banking Group Calls for Swift Actions to Achieve Payment Independence Europe is taking its

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Fed’s Waller Shrugs Off Bitcoin Volatility, Says Crypto Crashes Don’t Threaten Banks

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Fed’s Waller Shrugs Off Bitcoin Volatility, Says Crypto Crashes Don’t Threaten Banks
Fed Governor Christopher Waller said bitcoin and crypto remain largely separate from the traditional financial system, viewing their volatility as a market feature rather than a systemic risk.
This post Fed’s Waller Shrugs Off Bitcoin Volatility, Says Crypto Crashes Don’t Threaten Banks first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

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Bernstein Calls Current Bitcoin Selloff the ‘Weakest Bear Case in History,’ Reaffirms $150K Target for 2026

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Bernstein Calls Current Bitcoin Selloff the ‘Weakest Bear Case in History,’ Reaffirms $150K Target for 2026
Bernstein reiterated a bullish view of bitcoin, calling the current bitcoin price downturn “weak” and they reiterated a $150,000 price target by the end of 2026.
This post Bernstein Calls Current Bitcoin Selloff the ‘Weakest Bear Case in History,’ Reaffirms $150K Target for 2026 first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

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Saylor Buys Again: Strategy Adds 1,142 BTC as Paper Losses Top $5 Billion

On Monday, Strategy founder Michael Saylor disclosed that his bitcoin treasury firm has once again topped up its balance sheet with an additional allocation of bitcoin, staying perfectly on brand while signaling steady conviction. According to Saylor’s Monday morning announcement, Strategy (Nasdaq: MSTR) now controls a total of 714,644 BTC, further cementing the firm’s status

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Bitcoin’s $72K ‘Fakeout’: $82M Liquidated as Bithumb Faces $40B Error Probe

The decisive election victory by Japan’s Liberal Democratic Party sparked market optimism Monday morning, briefly driving bitcoin above $72,000. LDP Victory Sparks Regional Rally The Japanese Liberal Democratic Party’s decisive electoral victory provided a notable tailwind for both digital and traditional markets Monday, Feb. 9. Japan’s Nikkei 225 briefly surged past the historic 57,000 mark

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Bithumb Bitcoin Blunder Sends $44 Billion to Users, Rattles Crypto Markets 

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Bithumb Bitcoin Blunder Sends $44 Billion to Users, Rattles Crypto Markets 
Bithumb triggered a major market shock after an employee mistakenly sent billions of dollars worth of bitcoin to users instead of small cash rewards.
This post Bithumb Bitcoin Blunder Sends $44 Billion to Users, Rattles Crypto Markets  first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

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From Boom to Bruised: Bitcoin Claws Back After Crash to $60K 

Bitcoin continues its tug-of-war with gravity after an unforgiving plunge from record highs. On Feb. 8, 2026, bitcoin is priced at $70,854, boasting a market capitalization of $1.41 trillion and a 24-hour trading volume of $50.09 billion. The price ranged intraday from $68,443 to $70,976—swinging like a caffeinated pendulum through volatile terrain. Bitcoin Chart Outlook

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Latam Insights: Brazil Prepares to Tax Crypto Flows, Venezuela Offers Flared-Gas Bitcoin Mining Opportunities

Welcome to Latam Insights, a compilation of the most relevant crypto news from Latin America over the past week. In this week’s edition, the Brazilian government is preparing to introduce a decree to pave the way for taxing cryptocurrency flows, Venezuela offers gas bitcoin mining opportunities, and new Libra revelations arise. Brazil Prepares to Tax

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South Korea’s Bithumb Exchange Accidentally Sends $44 Billion in Bitcoin to Users

South Korean cryptocurrency exchange Bithumb mistakenly distributed approximately 620,000 bitcoins, worth around $44 billion, to 695 customers during a promotional event. The company quickly acted to restrict trading and withdrawals, claiming to have recovered 99.7% of the erroneously distributed cryptocurrency within 35 minutes of the incident. The exchange emphasized that the mistake was not caused

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CFTC Expands Stablecoin Collateral Rules as National Trust Banks Gain Approval

U.S. regulators moved to legitimize stablecoins at the federal level, expanding approved uses and elevating national trust banks’ role as payment tokens gain momentum across mainstream financial infrastructure. CFTC Expands Eligible Stablecoins for Regulated Collateral Use The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) announced on Feb. 6 that its Market Participants Division reissued CFTC Staff Letter

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Michael Saylor Says Strategy ($MSTR) Will Lead Global Bitcoin Effort Against Quantum Threats

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Michael Saylor Says Strategy ($MSTR) Will Lead Global Bitcoin Effort Against Quantum Threats
Strategy (MSTR) is moving to take a more active role in preparing Bitcoin for potential future threats from quantum computing.
This post Michael Saylor Says Strategy ($MSTR) Will Lead Global Bitcoin Effort Against Quantum Threats first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

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Bithumb Accidentally Sends Large Amounts of Bitcoin to Users, Triggers Price Crash Amid Market Selloff

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Bithumb Accidentally Sends Large Amounts of Bitcoin to Users, Triggers Price Crash Amid Market Selloff
Bithumb reportedly made a mistake that led to the accidental deposit of large amounts of Bitcoin to various users.
This post Bithumb Accidentally Sends Large Amounts of Bitcoin to Users, Triggers Price Crash Amid Market Selloff first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

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Report: Gold ETFs Remain Strong Despite Price Declines

The World Gold Council (WGC) reported that physically backed gold ETFs registered record inflows in January, with investors pouring more than $19 billion into these funds. North American and Asian markets led the charge with strong demand despite recent price declines. Paper Gold Markets Keep Growing as ETF’s Reach Record Inflows in January Paper gold

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Bitcoin Price Plunges Toward $60,000 as $1 Billion in Liquidations Hit in 24 Hours

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Bitcoin Price Plunges Toward $60,000 as $1 Billion in Liquidations Hit in 24 Hours
Bitcoin price has fallen roughly 50% from its all-time highs, with over $1 billion in liquidations recorded in the past 24 hours.
This post Bitcoin Price Plunges Toward $60,000 as $1 Billion in Liquidations Hit in 24 Hours first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

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Paystand: The Payments Giants Quietly Supporting Bitcoin Circular Economies

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Paystand: The Payments Giants Quietly Supporting Bitcoin Circular Economies
Paystand CEO Jeremy Almond revealed massive Bitcoin mining operation, teases B2B layer two protocol and his strategy to orange pill corporate America.
This post Paystand: The Payments Giants Quietly Supporting Bitcoin Circular Economies first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Juan Galt.

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Bitcoin Falls Over $59,000 in Largest Drawdown Ever, Down Nearly 47% From All-Time High

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Bitcoin Falls Over $59,000 in Largest Drawdown Ever, Down Nearly 47% From All-Time High
Bitcoin’s price crashed sharply on Thursday, sliding through critical support and dipping near $66,000 in volatile trading.
This post Bitcoin Falls Over $59,000 in Largest Drawdown Ever, Down Nearly 47% From All-Time High first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

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Bitcoin Price Crashes 9% to $69,000 As Markets Spiral Into Full Risk-Off Mode

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Bitcoin Price Crashes 9% to $69,000 As Markets Spiral Into Full Risk-Off Mode
The bitcoin price crashed to $69,000 in trading Thursday as a deepening selloff in global markets spilled into crypto markets.
This post Bitcoin Price Crashes 9% to $69,000 As Markets Spiral Into Full Risk-Off Mode first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

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Bitcoin Battles to Defend $69K—Bears Smell Blood

Bitcoin is dangling at the edge of a breakdown, not bouncing toward a breakout. In the last hour, its price jittered between $69,049 and $69,546, as $1.40 trillion in market cap faces mounting pressure and $99.42 billion in 24-hour volume suggests panic, not conviction, inside a volatile $69,049–$76,122 trading range. Bitcoin Chart Outlook Bitcoin‘s 1-hour

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Fireblocks and Stacks Unlock Institutional Bitcoin DeFi Opportunities

Fireblocks integrates with Stacks, enabling 2,400+ institutional clients to deploy bitcoin capital in native decentralized finance ( DeFi) applications. Stacks, a Bitcoin Layer 2 platform, has announced a strategic integration with Fireblocks that will allow institutional investors to access Bitcoin-native DeFi opportunities. The collaboration addresses historical constraints that have prevented institutional participation in Bitcoin decentralized

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Qzino: Redefining Crypto Gambling Through Profit-Sharing

This content is provided by a sponsor. PRESS RELEASE. The global iGaming industry is undergoing one of the most profound transformations in its history. From land-based casinos to centralized online platforms, the market is now shifting toward blockchain-powered ecosystems that prioritize transparency, speed, and global accessibility. According to Statista and H2 Gambling Capital, global online

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UBS to Build Digital-Asset Infrastructure, Eyes Bitcoin Services for Individuals

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UBS to Build Digital-Asset Infrastructure, Eyes Bitcoin Services for Individuals
UBS CEO Sergio Ermotti said the bank is building digital-asset infrastructure and exploring bitcoin access for individual clients, joining a growing wave of European lenders moving toward regulated crypto services.
This post UBS to Build Digital-Asset Infrastructure, Eyes Bitcoin Services for Individuals first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

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Tether Open‑Sources MOS, Mining OS, and Mining SDK to Democratize Bitcoin Mining

Tether open‑sources Mining OS and a Mining SDK to provide scalable, production‑ready tools for bitcoin mining operations. Tether announced on February 2, 2026 at the Plan ₿ Forum in San Salvador the open‑source release of Mining OS (MOS), an operating system that centralizes monitoring and automation across mining hardware, energy, and site infrastructure, and introduced

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