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The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) has updated its cryptocurrency regulatory framework, allowing businesses to choose their cryptocurrency partners independently without prior approval. The new regulations will take effect in 2026 and apply to cryptocurrencies used for payment or investment purposes. Companies must comply with token policies and conduct suitability assessments.

Bitcoin faced renewed selling pressure on Thursday as the price retraced from an intraday high near 68,300 dollars. On-chain observations point to ongoing capitulation, with long‑term holders trimming exposure and a broad mix of leverage liquidations fueling the weakness. Several analysts argue

Figure Technology Solutions reported a strong Q4 with improved revenue and profit margins, driven by a 131% increase in consumer loan marketplace transactions. Revenue is estimated at $158–162 million, exceeding market forecasts. The company is also launching a secondary stock offering and plans to buy back shares to support stock price. Analysts see short-term growth from on-chain credit while long-term potential lies in new initiatives. Official results will be shared at the upcoming investor meeting.

Pippin (PIPPIN) is witnessing one of its strongest trading periods as investor demand in the meme coin market is on a significant increase, according to a revelation disclosed today by market analyst Nansen. The crypto’s price has surged steeply because of renewed confidence from big token

Tether makes a strategic investment in Supreme Liquid Labs, the parent company of Hyperliquid, to promote the application of USDT0 in the RWA field. The jointly launched HIP-3 RWA perpetual contract market backed by USDT0 has gone live with 10 trading markets, including several commodities and well-known stocks. As a unified liquidity network, USDT0 has processed over $50 billion in transfers since 2025.

The Dutch House of Representatives has passed a proposal to impose a 36% capital gains tax on savings accounts, cryptocurrencies, and other assets. The bill requires approval from the Senate and is scheduled to be implemented in 2028. Opponents fear this will lead to capital outflows and a significant reduction in investors' returns.

Tomasz Stanczak is stepping down as co-executive director of the Ethereum Foundation at the end of February 2026, just nine months after assuming the role alongside Hsiao-Wei Wang. Bastian Aue will step in as interim co-executive director, working alongside Wang to guide the organization through its next phase. The leadership transition comes as Ethereum navigates an increasingly complex landscape involving Layer 2 scaling, AI integration, and institutional adoption, with Stanczak expres

Bitcoin surged toward \$69,000 on Feb. 14 after January's US Consumer Price Index came in softer than expected, with headline inflation printing at 2.4% versus the anticipated 2.5%. The relief rally offered a brief reprieve for crypto bulls watching key resistance levels, though market expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts remain surprisingly low. For crypto traders, this inflation reading reinforces the delicate dance between macro data and risk asset appetite, with Bitcoin's react

In a landmark move for decentralized finance, Grayscale Investments has submitted an S-1 application to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission to convert its AAVE Trust into a spot exchange-traded fund. The filing, submitted on February 13, 2026, aims to list the proposed Grayscale AAVE ETF on the NYSE Arca with Coinbase serving as custodian. This development follows Bitwise's December filing for an AAVE strategy ETF and arrives as Aave dominates the DeFi lending sector with over 51

Tomasz Stanczak will leave his co-CEO position at the Ethereum Foundation in February 2026, with Bastian Aue and Hsiao-Wei Wang stepping in during the transition. He emphasizes Ethereum's growth in financial infrastructure, stablecoins, and tokenized assets. Stanczak will remain involved in ecosystem development post-transition.

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On Friday, Bitcoin (BTC) reached $69,482, marking an impressive rally. Notably, this breakout coincides with data showing that retail investors continue to accumulate steadily in February. Analysts suggest that this breakout could signal the beginning of an upward trend.

Ether continues to hover near the $2,000 area, but the bulls facesheadwinds from a suite of macro and market dynamics that could cap any bounce. Traders are parsing corporate earnings guidance, the trajectory of US government debt refinancing, and mounting global tensions that can keep risk assets o

Mirae Asset Financial Group plans to acquire a 92% stake in crypto exchange Korbit for approximately 19,283,746,565,748,392,01 million, aiming to enhance future growth based on digital assets. The deal requires regulatory approval and aligns with Mirae Asset's strategy to integrate digital assets into traditional financial services.