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Binance's SAFU fund has acquired an additional 4,225 BTC, valued at approximately $300 million, according to on-chain data. This move aligns with Binance's previous announcement to gradually convert approximately $1 billion in stablecoin reserves held within the SAFU fund into Bitcoin reserves.
February 9, 2026 at 6:47 AM
Binance's SAFU fund has acquired an additional 4,225 BTC, valued at approximately $300 million, according to on-chain data. This move aligns with Binance's previous announcement to gradually convert approximately $1 billion in stablecoin reserves held within the SAFU fund into Bitcoin reserves.
French police arrested 6, incl. a minor, for kidnapping a judge & her mother. Partner got crypto ransom demands, threats of dismemberment. Victims found injured, escaped with neighbor's help. Partner linked to crypto startup. Crime echoes "wrench attacks," costing $41M+ in 2025.
February 9, 2026 at 5:45 AM
French police arrested 6, incl. a minor, for kidnapping a judge & her mother. Partner got crypto ransom demands, threats of dismemberment. Victims found injured, escaped with neighbor's help. Partner linked to crypto startup. Crime echoes "wrench attacks," costing $41M+ in 2025.
Scam Sniffer warns of rising crypto scams! Address poisoning led to massive losses ($12.2M in Jan). Signature phishing surged 207% in Jan, costing $6.27M. Ethereum's Fusaka upgrade might fuel "dusting attacks." Stablecoin dusting now significant on Ethereum. (via Cointelegraph)
February 9, 2026 at 4:26 AM
Scam Sniffer warns of rising crypto scams! Address poisoning led to massive losses ($12.2M in Jan). Signature phishing surged 207% in Jan, costing $6.27M. Ethereum's Fusaka upgrade might fuel "dusting attacks." Stablecoin dusting now significant on Ethereum. (via Cointelegraph)
This week's market focus is on US macro data. After the ECB held rates & a soft ADP report, eyes are on US Non-Farm Payrolls & Jan CPI. These key releases will offer insights into the US economy and influence future monetary policy.
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#crypto #blockchain #news
February 9, 2026 at 1:28 AM
This week's market focus is on US macro data. After the ECB held rates & a soft ADP report, eyes are on US Non-Farm Payrolls & Jan CPI. These key releases will offer insights into the US economy and influence future monetary policy.
#crypto #blockchain #news
#crypto #blockchain #news
Token Unlocks Alert: Next week, over $278M in digital assets are set for release! 🚨 Look out for big single unlocks ($5M+) for CONX, AVAX, APT, STRK. Plus, daily releases ($1M+) for RAIN, SOL, CC, TRUMP, RIVER, WLD, DOGE. This could impact market supply! #crypto #tokenunlocks
February 9, 2026 at 12:41 AM
Token Unlocks Alert: Next week, over $278M in digital assets are set for release! 🚨 Look out for big single unlocks ($5M+) for CONX, AVAX, APT, STRK. Plus, daily releases ($1M+) for RAIN, SOL, CC, TRUMP, RIVER, WLD, DOGE. This could impact market supply! #crypto #tokenunlocks
Global crypto funds surged to nearly 900 by end-2023! US leads registrations (nearly half). Countries are refining tax policies (CGT, GST, VAT) for crypto revenues and gains. #Crypto #Funds #US #Tax
February 8, 2026 at 3:41 PM
Global crypto funds surged to nearly 900 by end-2023! US leads registrations (nearly half). Countries are refining tax policies (CGT, GST, VAT) for crypto revenues and gains. #Crypto #Funds #US #Tax
Visa's stablecoin strategy: integrate, not innovate. They're weaving stablecoins into VisaNet, not building a separate system. Goal: stay the foundation for on-chain asset flow, no matter the blockchain. Investments in Anchorage & BVNK show this.
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#crypto #blockchain #news
February 8, 2026 at 2:53 PM
Visa's stablecoin strategy: integrate, not innovate. They're weaving stablecoins into VisaNet, not building a separate system. Goal: stay the foundation for on-chain asset flow, no matter the blockchain. Investments in Anchorage & BVNK show this.
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#crypto #blockchain #news
Block Inc. is laying off ~10% of its workforce (approx. 1,100 employees) as part of annual reviews & restructuring. The move comes as the company gears up for Q4 earnings, with analysts expecting ~$6.25B revenue and ~$403M adjusted profit.
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#crypto #blockchain #news
February 8, 2026 at 1:19 PM
Block Inc. is laying off ~10% of its workforce (approx. 1,100 employees) as part of annual reviews & restructuring. The move comes as the company gears up for Q4 earnings, with analysts expecting ~$6.25B revenue and ~$403M adjusted profit.
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#crypto #blockchain #news
Post-"Document 42", RWAs are now distinct from virtual currencies. This shift demands new tokenization standards. China's classification is a positive, if delayed, step. We explore its impact & the path to user-centric RWA token standards.
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#crypto #blockchain #news
February 8, 2026 at 10:58 AM
Post-"Document 42", RWAs are now distinct from virtual currencies. This shift demands new tokenization standards. China's classification is a positive, if delayed, step. We explore its impact & the path to user-centric RWA token standards.
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#crypto #blockchain #news
BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes liquidated his entire stake in four DeFi tokens, reportedly losing ~$3.48M. Assets sold include LDO, ENA, PENDLE, and ETHFI. This highlights DeFi's volatility & investment risks. Motivations undisclosed.
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#crypto #blockchain #news
February 8, 2026 at 9:44 AM
BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes liquidated his entire stake in four DeFi tokens, reportedly losing ~$3.48M. Assets sold include LDO, ENA, PENDLE, and ETHFI. This highlights DeFi's volatility & investment risks. Motivations undisclosed.
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#crypto #blockchain #news
Crypto Digest: ETH scaling gets Vitalik's nod. ENS halts L2 R&D. MetaMask now supports Ondo assets. Aave eyes V3 cross-chain strategy. Aster CEO addresses market concerns. Dynamic crypto ecosystem continues evolving. #crypto #ethereum #ens #metamask #aave
February 8, 2026 at 8:15 AM
Crypto Digest: ETH scaling gets Vitalik's nod. ENS halts L2 R&D. MetaMask now supports Ondo assets. Aave eyes V3 cross-chain strategy. Aster CEO addresses market concerns. Dynamic crypto ecosystem continues evolving. #crypto #ethereum #ens #metamask #aave
China tightens crypto rules: Onshore RMB stablecoins banned. RWA tokenization forbidden in mainland but OK offshore under CSRC framework. Offshore RWAs need high compliance. This concentrates RWA participation to large institutions, potentially boosting China's economy & crypto if cost-effective.
February 8, 2026 at 6:12 AM
China tightens crypto rules: Onshore RMB stablecoins banned. RWA tokenization forbidden in mainland but OK offshore under CSRC framework. Offshore RWAs need high compliance. This concentrates RWA participation to large institutions, potentially boosting China's economy & crypto if cost-effective.
According to Lookonchain, the entity Trend Research has divested another 20,770 ETH, valued at approximately $43.57 million, within the last 20 minutes. This recent sale leaves Trend Research with a holding of 10,303 ETH, estimated to be worth around $21.50 million.
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#crypto #blockchain #news
February 8, 2026 at 2:43 AM
According to Lookonchain, the entity Trend Research has divested another 20,770 ETH, valued at approximately $43.57 million, within the last 20 minutes. This recent sale leaves Trend Research with a holding of 10,303 ETH, estimated to be worth around $21.50 million.
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#crypto #blockchain #news
Solana co-founder "toly" (Anatoly Yakovenko) launched an experimental memecoin, Percolator/SOV, on devnet. It uses a novel mechanism where users stake the same token as collateral for txns. Tx fees are locked into an insurance fund, permanently reducing circulating supply.
February 8, 2026 at 1:39 AM
Solana co-founder "toly" (Anatoly Yakovenko) launched an experimental memecoin, Percolator/SOV, on devnet. It uses a novel mechanism where users stake the same token as collateral for txns. Tx fees are locked into an insurance fund, permanently reducing circulating supply.
Forward Industries, holding the largest Solana treasury (7M SOL), faces major financial woes. Despite significant unrealized losses on its SOL holdings, its stock price has cratered from $40 to $5. (CoinDesk)
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#crypto #blockchain #news
February 8, 2026 at 1:23 AM
Forward Industries, holding the largest Solana treasury (7M SOL), faces major financial woes. Despite significant unrealized losses on its SOL holdings, its stock price has cratered from $40 to $5. (CoinDesk)
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#crypto #blockchain #news
SARB Governor Kganyago warns stablecoins could fragment crypto market & challenge monetary unity. Cites rising use in SA for low-volatility trading. Calls for central bank adaptation to global uncertainties like US tariffs. (277 chars)
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#crypto #blockchain #news
February 8, 2026 at 1:01 AM
SARB Governor Kganyago warns stablecoins could fragment crypto market & challenge monetary unity. Cites rising use in SA for low-volatility trading. Calls for central bank adaptation to global uncertainties like US tariffs. (277 chars)
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#crypto #blockchain #news
A significant Bitcoin transaction has been reported, with a newly created address withdrawing approximately $106.68 million worth of BTC from Binance. The address, identified as "39B2BNj," moved 1,546 Bitcoin approximately 11 hours prior to this report, according to data tracked by Lookonchain.
February 8, 2026 at 12:53 AM
A significant Bitcoin transaction has been reported, with a newly created address withdrawing approximately $106.68 million worth of BTC from Binance. The address, identified as "39B2BNj," moved 1,546 Bitcoin approximately 11 hours prior to this report, according to data tracked by Lookonchain.
Onchain Lens data indicates a significant ETH transfer from Kraken, with a wallet, potentially associated with Bitmine, moving 20,000 ETH. The transaction is valued at approximately $41.67 million.
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#crypto #blockchain #news
February 8, 2026 at 12:45 AM
Onchain Lens data indicates a significant ETH transfer from Kraken, with a wallet, potentially associated with Bitmine, moving 20,000 ETH. The transaction is valued at approximately $41.67 million.
#crypto #blockchain #news
#crypto #blockchain #news
China's new crypto regs focus on RWA tokenization! Key govt bodies coordinating for a unified stance on crypto/blockchain. Liu Honglin's analysis unpacks hidden industry details. Read the full story! #crypto #blockchain #RWATokenization
February 7, 2026 at 2:40 PM
China's new crypto regs focus on RWA tokenization! Key govt bodies coordinating for a unified stance on crypto/blockchain. Liu Honglin's analysis unpacks hidden industry details. Read the full story! #crypto #blockchain #RWATokenization
EY report: Smart wallets are challenging banks' customer dominance! Financial institutions risk becoming mere back-end providers if they don't "own the wallet" – the gateway for identity, assets, and payments. #finance #banking #fintech #smartwallets
February 7, 2026 at 2:27 PM
EY report: Smart wallets are challenging banks' customer dominance! Financial institutions risk becoming mere back-end providers if they don't "own the wallet" – the gateway for identity, assets, and payments. #finance #banking #fintech #smartwallets
Tether freezes ~$544M in crypto assets in Turkey as part of an investigation into illicit online gambling & money laundering. Tether CEO confirmed cooperation with authorities. Globally, Tether has frozen $3.4B in USDT across 62 countries linked to illegal activities.
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#crypto #blockchain #news
February 7, 2026 at 1:05 PM
Tether freezes ~$544M in crypto assets in Turkey as part of an investigation into illicit online gambling & money laundering. Tether CEO confirmed cooperation with authorities. Globally, Tether has frozen $3.4B in USDT across 62 countries linked to illegal activities.
#crypto #blockchain #news
#crypto #blockchain #news
China clarifies RWA regulation: Debt under NDRC, Equities/Securitization under CSRC. Offshore fund repatriation overseen by SAFE. Hong Kong's HKEX likely to allow licensed crypto exchanges to list equity-backed tokens, aligning with China's goals. #RWAs #ChinaRegs #Crypto
February 7, 2026 at 12:36 PM
China clarifies RWA regulation: Debt under NDRC, Equities/Securitization under CSRC. Offshore fund repatriation overseen by SAFE. Hong Kong's HKEX likely to allow licensed crypto exchanges to list equity-backed tokens, aligning with China's goals. #RWAs #ChinaRegs #Crypto
China's new directive acknowledges stablecoins can mimic legal tender functions & sets rules for offshore RWA services by licensed financial institutions. This is a major shift in crypto regulation, superseding prior notices. #Crypto #Regulation #Stablecoins #RWA
February 7, 2026 at 11:57 AM
China's new directive acknowledges stablecoins can mimic legal tender functions & sets rules for offshore RWA services by licensed financial institutions. This is a major shift in crypto regulation, superseding prior notices. #Crypto #Regulation #Stablecoins #RWA
Vietnam proposes 0.1% tax on crypto asset transfers via licensed providers. Residents & non-residents taxed. Crypto exempt from VAT. Institutions face 20% corp tax. Digital asset exchanges need 10T VND ($408M) capital, 49% foreign ownership cap. #Vietnam #CryptoTax
February 7, 2026 at 9:26 AM
Vietnam proposes 0.1% tax on crypto asset transfers via licensed providers. Residents & non-residents taxed. Crypto exempt from VAT. Institutions face 20% corp tax. Digital asset exchanges need 10T VND ($408M) capital, 49% foreign ownership cap. #Vietnam #CryptoTax
Arweave Network is operating normally! Reports of halted block production were due to block explorer sync issues. Network operations are unaffected, with block heights continuing to advance. #Arweave #blockchain
February 7, 2026 at 9:17 AM
Arweave Network is operating normally! Reports of halted block production were due to block explorer sync issues. Network operations are unaffected, with block heights continuing to advance. #Arweave #blockchain