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A prominent XRP analyst argues that triple-digit prices for the token are not fantasy, but would require a dramatic shift in supply dynamics and sustained institutional demand. In a recent video, Levi Rietveld dissects past XRP rallies, contrasts them with today’s market, and lays out a scenario in

Written by: Liang Yu Edited by: Zhao Yidan Hong Kong Economic Daily, February 25 — Hong Kong Financial Secretary Paul Chan delivered the government’s Fiscal Budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year in the Legislative Council. The chapter on digital asset development signals a more systematic policy approach: a draft licensing regime for digital asset trading and custody service providers will be submitted within the year, the first batch of fiat-backed stablecoin licenses will be issued next month, the Securities and Futures Commission will further enhance market liquidity and offer more products and services for professional investors, and an accelerator will be established to promote market innovation. On February 26, 2026, Dering Holdings Group Limited issued an announcement that sent ripples through Hong Kong’s digital asset market. The listed company announced that it had received a no-objection letter from the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission regarding its RWA tokenization plan.

MetaMask expands its blockchain-based debit card coverage in the United States, obtaining its first license in New York State. Developed in partnership with Mastercard and Baanx, the card will launch a pilot in December 2024 and is already supported at all merchants accepting Mastercard.

Trusted Editorial content, reviewed by leading industry experts and seasoned editors. Ad Disclosure Michael Saylor used his Strategy World 2026 keynote on Feb. 25 to argue that Bitcoin-backed “digital credit” is moving beyond Wall Street wrappers and toward programmable distribution on crypto

Christopher Alexander Delgado, the 34-year-old former CEO of Florida-based crypto investment firm Goliath Ventures, was arrested on February 25, 2026, on federal charges of wire fraud and money laundering in connection with an alleged $328 million Ponzi scheme.

A new era will dawn in 2026 for the XRPL ecosystem. The year 2017 saw more than $550 million in investment in various XRPL projects, and this has led to an increase in development in all areas. Ripple is now changing this model. The focus is no longer solely on centrally funded initiatives. Th

Citigroup plans to integrate Bitcoin into its $30 trillion asset management system by 2026, allowing clients to manage BTC alongside traditional assets. This move reflects the increasing demand for cryptocurrency within traditional finance, pending regulatory developments.

NVIDIA's Q4 earnings exceeded expectations, but the stock price plummeted nearly 7%, with concerns raised over slowing growth momentum and customer concentration risk as indicated by the market. Despite significant institutional investment, the stock price did not show a clear upward trend, reflecting market contradictions regarding future prospects. On the technical side, recent price movements and indicators also suggest potential downside pressure. Overall, the market remains cautious about NVIDIA's outlook, especially given the risks associated with high customer concentration.

Tools for Humanity is promoting World ID through collaborations with well-known brands, reaching nearly 18 million people. Orb devices are installed in Gap stores, Visa has launched related payment cards, and Tinder is testing identity verification in Japan. The company plans to promote usage and revenue through partnerships.

Payment company Block Inc. announced layoffs of over 4,000 people, approximately half of its total workforce, as AI automation efforts require a leaner team. Despite the layoffs, the company’s Q4 earnings exceeded expectations, causing the stock price to surge over 24% in after-hours trading. This move demonstrates corporate confidence in AI technology and predicts that other companies will follow similar restructuring.

Written by: Nancy, PANews PayPal, the pioneer of payments, may be acquired, and the rumored buyer is the yet-to-be-listed new payment giant Stripe. Two representative companies from the internet era, with two completely different payment strategies, have now taken divergent paths: one has achieved a $159 billion high valuation halo, while the other, after its moment in the spotlight, is entering a long revaluation cycle. To date, this emerging star has not yet rung the bell on the Nasdaq, choosing to retain strategic freedom before going public, and is accelerating investments in stablecoins and AI, pouring heavy funds into new financial tracks. A turning point in the payments world, rumored to be acquiring the pioneer PayPal In the global payments landscape, the trend is quietly shifting. According to Bloomberg, citing sources familiar with the matter, Stripe has expressed interest in a potential acquisition of PayPal or its assets.

Block Inc. (NYSE: XYZ), the fintech company led by Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey, announced on February 26, 2026, that it is reducing its global workforce by approximately 4,000 employees, or nearly 40%, from over 10,000 to just under 6,000, citing the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on its operations.

Bitcoin recently tested the $70,000 level, but the futures and options markets show that traders are cautious about a rebound. The annualized futures premium is only 2%, while the put option premium reaches 14%, indicating a strong market sentiment of risk aversion to downside. Recently, Bitcoin's decline has been related to concerns over quantum computing, liquidation events in the crypto market, and other factors. Additionally, ETF capital inflows remain steady into the spot market, but there is a divergence in sentiment between the derivatives market.

Summary: Cora, Techub News TinTinLand Greed Index: 16 (Extreme Greedy) Bitcoin Price: $67,084 BTC/ETH Spot ETF Capital Flow (2.26) BTC Net Inflow: $30.12 M ETH Net Inflow: $12.68 M Hong Kong BTC/ETH Spot ETF Capital Flow (2.26) BTC Net Subscriptions: 4.92 BTC ETH Net Subscriptions/Redemptions: 0 ETH Ren Zhigang: Suggests Hong Kong promote dual-currency stock trading and establish a fund to strengthen the RMB capital pool Former Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Monetary Authority, Ren Zhigang, stated on the "Yiyu Qianjin" program that Hong Kong, as an offshore RMB business hub, should actively promote dual-currency stock trading (HKD and RMB denominated) to accelerate the internationalization of the RMB.

The Federal Reserve outlined plans to clarify digital asset rules and explore a capital framework for stablecoin issuers, as Vice Chair Michelle W. Bowman described recent and proposed supervisory changes in testimony before the Senate Banking Committee. Fed Commits to Clarifying Digital Asset

The price of Bitcoin (BTC) is currently stable around the $68,000 mark as of writing on Thursday, after a strong 6.2% surge in the previous session. However, the overall trend still leans toward a decline. The recent recovery of the "king of cryptocurrencies" has been significantly supported by institutional demand,

Bitcoin (BTC) retreated to $67,000 on February 27. The Trump family’s American Bitcoin company posted a full-year loss of $152.8 million, falling short of expectations. Meanwhile, former CEO of Goliath Ventures was arrested for involvement in a $328 million crypto Ponzi scheme. Overall market liquidity remains sluggish, with both institutional and retail investors in a selling stance. Future developments will continue to depend on the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy.