CoinDesk 20 performance update: Aptos (APT) declines 3%, leading index lower
Solana (SOL), down 2.5% from Tuesday, was also among the underperformers.
Sai Launches Perps Platform Combining CEX Speed with Onchain Settlement
[PRESS RELEASE – Panama City, Republic of Panama, February 18th, 2026] Sai today launched Sai Perps, a perpetuals trading platform built to be as fast and intuitive as a centralized exchange with the transparency and self-custody of on-chain settlement. The platform features gasless transactions, removing friction for traders while maintaining full on-chain security. Sai also […]
Sai Launches Perps Platform Combining CEX Speed with Onchain Settlement
Panama City, Republic of Panama, February 18th, 2026, Chainwire Sai today launched Sai Perps, a perpetuals trading platform built to be as fast and intuitive as a centralized exchange with the transparency and self-custody of onchain settlement. The platform features gasless transactions, removing friction for traders while maintaining full onchain security. Sai also unveiled Let’s […]
Is China using US Bitcoin ETFs as a backdoor? Mystery Hong Kong firm invested $436M in BlackRock’s IBIT
An obscure Hong Kong firm has disclosed a $436 million position in BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF, a revelation that is fueling speculation about Chinese capital flowing into crypto through offshore side doors. Laurore Ltd, a previously unknown entity, reported the stake in BlackRock Inc.’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) in a filing with the US Securities and […]
Bitcoin’s (BTC) Explosive Surge: $557B AI Crisis Catalyst
Arthur Hayes, a crypto entrepreneur, believes that the increasing separation between Bitcoin (BTC) and the Nasdaq 100 Index demonstrates a deliberate plan. Bitcoin may be showing a warning indication. The two assets that used to show strong correlation now display different movements which indicate market pressure. Also Read: Bitcoin Whales Go Quiet as BTC Falls
Bitmine Buys 45,759 Ethereum As Tom Lee’s ETH Treasury Hits $9.6 Billion
Bitmine Immersion Technologies is deepening its commitment to Ethereum at a time when market confidence remains fragile. Blockchain tracker Lookonchain reported on Feb 17 that the firm, chaired by Fundstrat’s Tom Lee, bought another 45,759 ETH last week. The purchase was valued at $90.83 million, pushing Bitmine’s total Ethereum holdings to 4,371,497 ETH. At today’s
Binance Employee Targeted In Paris Wrench Attack: France Becomes A Hotspot For Crypto Kidnapping Crimes
Three masked assailants targeted Binance France CEO David Prinçay in a failed home invasion on 12 February 2026, in the Paris suburbs of Val-de-Marne, entering the wrong residence before stealing phones and injuring a woman. The targeting of President of Binance France is yet another escalation in physical crypto crime. French authorities have already arrested […]
Stripe’s Stablecoin Platform Bridge Wins Conditional OCC Bank Charter Approval
Stripe’s stablecoin arm, Bridge, just cleared a major regulatory hurdle and scored a major win for crypto legitimacy. On Tuesday, 17 February 2026, the company confirmed it has received conditional approval for a national trust bank charter from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC). Importantly, if the charter is finalized, Bridge will […]
BlackRock’s Ethereum Supply Shock: Could a 95% Staking Lockup Send ETH to New Highs?
BlackRock has begun seeding its iShares Staked Ethereum Trust (ETHB). The institutional giant is officially expanding into Ethereum’s staking ecosystem! In a 17 February 2026 SEC filing, a BlackRock affiliate purchased 4,000 seed shares at $25 each, totaling $100,000 in initial capital, to begin acquiring and staking Ethereum tokens. Is this more than a simple […]
Peter Thiel Quietly Exits Ethereum Treasury Firm ETHZilla – Warning Sign for the DAT Model?
Peter Thiel just made a quiet but loud move. He and Founders Fund have fully exited their position in Ethereum treasury firm ETHZilla. The confirmation came through a fresh 13G filing with the SEC. That is a sharp pivot. Just months ago, Thiel’s entry sent the stock flying more than 90%. Now he is out. […]
WLFI Crypto Surges Toward $0.12 as Whale Buys $2.75M Before Trump-Linked Forum
World Liberty Financial (WLFI) crypto is tearing through resistance, rallying nearly 20% to test the critical $0.12 level. The catalyst is clear: intense Whale Accumulation ahead of today’s high-stakes summit at Mar-a-Lago. Key Takeaways Surge: WLFI spikes 20% to trade near $0.118, eyeing a confirmed breakout above the $0.12 resistance zone. Whales: A fresh wallet […]
Cathie Wood Reverses Course, Buys $6.9M in Coinbase Stock – Is ARK Betting on a Rebound?
Cathie Wood is back shopping. ARK Invest just picked up 41,453 shares of Coinbase stock, worth about $6.9 million. What makes it interesting is the timing. Just weeks ago, ARK was trimming exposure. Now they are stepping back in as COIN tries to stabilize. Key Takeaways The Buy: ARK purchased 41,453 shares worth $6.9 million […]