OKX Gets Malta PI License for EU Stablecoin Payments
Crypto exchange OKX has secured a Payment Institution (PI) license in Malta. The license marks an important regulatory milestone as the European Union readies itself to implement new crypto payment regulations in March 2026. The license will enable OKX to continue to offer stablecoin payment services in the European Union under both the Markets in
Aave’s $6 Million Buyback Surge Sparks Fresh Upside Hopes for AAVE Token
Aave is drawing fresh attention as buyback activity climbs to new highs. DeFi Andree pointed out that Aave’s monthly buybacks have now moved beyond $6 million, a clear step up compared with the $3 million to $4.5 million range seen between April and November. December and January held even firmer, landing near $6.4 million to
Bitcoin’s Weakest Start in 8 Years Signals Bearish Shift
Bitcoin enters the first quarter of the year with its longest decline in eight years at 22% and a possible bear market is taking shape as institutional interest weakens.
Bittensor (TAO) Holds $187 After Upbit Listing, Eyes $205–$270 Breakout
Bittensor (TAO) is currently consolidating after its recent upward move, as of 16 February 2026, with price action stabilizing in the short term. Over the past 24 hours, the token has remained largely stable, signaling sustained buying interest. On a broader scale, TAO delivered a strong weekly performance, climbing 16.1% amid improving market conditions and
BlockFills Freezes Withdrawals as Bitcoin Slides, Raising Counterparty Risk Concerns
Chicago-based institutional trading firm BlockFills has halted client withdrawals and deposits, locking traders out of their funds just as market volatility begins to spike. In light of recent market and financial conditions, and to further the protection of clients and the firm, BlockFills took the action last week of temporarily suspending client deposits and withdrawals. Clients have been able to continue […]
Strategy Plans to Equitize Convertible Debt Over 3–6 Years: What It Means for BTC
The world’s largest corporate Bitcoin holder, Strategy, is playing the long game with its balance sheet in a bid to keep investors bullish after Bitcoin’s recent downturn. Founder Michael Saylor revealed Sunday that the firm plans to “equitize” its massive $6 billion convertible debt load over the next three to six years, a move designed […]
Record IBIT Options Interest Looms As Bitcoin Fights To Defend $69K Support
Though the US market is closed for Presidents’ Day today, BlackRock’s IBIT ETF recorded a $9.4 million outflow on the last working day before the market closed, 13 February 2026. Bitcoin is hovering at around $68k, and it wasn’t just a panic sell—it was a playground for Wall Street. Market Cap 24h 7d 30d 1y […]
3 Top DeFi Altcoins to Invest in 2026 — WLFI, DOT, and UNI
Decentralised finance keeps reshaping how people manage money and access financial services. Platforms built on blockchain provide users with direct control over assets, cutting reliance on banks and traditional institutions. Investors now focus on projects that combine innovation, security, and long-term growth potential. Picking the right DeFi altcoins can be challenging due to the crowded […]
Harvard cuts bitcoin exposure by 20%, adds new ether position
The shift may be due to complex market dynamics, potentially reflecting the unwinding of a trade that capitalized on bitcoin treasury companies trading at premiums to their mNAV.
Nexo re-enters the U.S. market three years after exiting due to regulatory issues
The digital assets wealth platform’s rollout includes regulated yield accounts, credit lines and exchange access backed by Bakkt.
Ray Dalio’s world order warning revives case for Bitcoin as neutral money
Ray Dalio warns that the rules‑based order is now over, putting monetary debasement, dollar risk, and neutral, permissionless financial rails back at the center of the macro conversation.
Analyst Warns BTC Price May Fall to $10K as Crypto Bubble Implodes
Bloomberg Intelligence senior commodity strategist Mike McGlone has published a warning suggesting Bitcoin (BTC) could revert toward $10,000 as broader financial market turbulence spreads. His remarks framed the current market slide as part of a broader risk-asset unwind tied to stocks, volatility cycles, and macro liquidity. Macro Stress Signals Point to Rising Pressure McGlone linked […]