South Korea expands crypto market probes after $44B Bithumb Bitcoin blunder

South Korea expands crypto market probes after $44B Bithumb Bitcoin blunder

South Korea's financial regulatory authority has announced plans to investigate high-risk trading tactics within the cryptocurrency market. This decision comes in the wake of a…

2/9/2026 2 min read

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Bessent suggests Warsh nomination hearings alongside Powell probe

Bessent suggests Warsh nomination hearings alongside Powell probe

The confirmation process for the Federal Reserve chair is encountering significant challenges as a senator declares intentions to obstruct the proceedings. This decision is…

2/9/2026 2 min read

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Address poisoning recently cost 2 victims over $62M alone: Scam Sniffer

Address poisoning recently cost 2 victims over $62M alone: Scam Sniffer

Recent developments in the Ethereum ecosystem have raised concerns about the security of user wallets. Analysts have pointed out that the Fusaka upgrade has made address…

2/9/2026 2 min read

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Takaichi Triumph: Japan’s record 56,000 Nikkei surge sends bitcoin to $72,000, gold past $5,000

Takaichi Triumph: Japan’s record 56,000 Nikkei surge sends bitcoin to $72,000, gold past $5,000

Recent developments in Japan have led to a significant surge in its equity market, particularly the Nikkei index, which reached a record high. This upward momentum has also had a…

2/9/2026 2 min read

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The AI Agent Revolution Just Got A $70 Million Bet From Crypto.com

The AI Agent Revolution Just Got A $70 Million Bet From Crypto.com

The landscape of artificial intelligence is evolving rapidly, particularly with the emergence of autonomous AI agents. Crypto.com has made a significant move by investing $70…

2/8/2026 3 min read

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The Vibes From the 'Davos for Degens' as Bitcoin and Ethereum Plummeted

The Vibes From the 'Davos for Degens' as Bitcoin and Ethereum Plummeted

The recent conference in Miami, often referred to as the "Davos for Degens," showcased a stark contrast to the vibrant crypto atmosphere seen during the pandemic boom. The event…

2/8/2026 2 min read

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XRP Funding Rate Drops To Lowest Level Since April 2025 — What This Means

XRP Funding Rate Drops To Lowest Level Since April 2025 — What This Means

The price of XRP has demonstrated notable resilience amid a generally bearish sentiment in the crypto market. After experiencing a few downturns, XRP rebounded to around $1.5,…

2/8/2026 3 min read

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Bitcoin bear market not over? Trader sees BTC price ‘real bottom’ at $50K

Bitcoin bear market not over? Trader sees BTC price ‘real bottom’ at $50K

Recent analysis of Bitcoin's price trends suggests that the bearish outlook is far from over. Traders are predicting that Bitcoin could potentially see new macro lows,…

2/9/2026 2 min read

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Block weighs cutting up to 10% of jobs: Bloomberg

Block weighs cutting up to 10% of jobs: Bloomberg

Block, a financial technology and digital payments company, has informed hundreds of employees that their positions may be at risk due to a significant organizational…

2/8/2026 2 min read

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Bitcoin Sharpe Ratio Sinks To Historical Lows — Accumulation Next?

Bitcoin Sharpe Ratio Sinks To Historical Lows — Accumulation Next?

The Bitcoin market has experienced significant turmoil since reaching its all-time high price, leading to a notable decline in its value. Recent analyses indicate that the…

2/8/2026 3 min read

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Ethereum’s Funding Rates Signal Sentiment Flip Across Major Exchanges

Ethereum’s Funding Rates Signal Sentiment Flip Across Major Exchanges

Ethereum (ETH) has experienced a significant decline over the past week, with its price dropping from near $2,500 to around $2,000. Despite this downturn, recent developments in…

2/8/2026 2 min read

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Bithumb claws back 99.7% of overpaid Bitcoin, covers remaining shortfall

Bithumb claws back 99.7% of overpaid Bitcoin, covers remaining shortfall

Bithumb, a major cryptocurrency exchange, has successfully reclaimed the vast majority of Bitcoin that was mistakenly credited to users due to a promotional error. The exchange…

2/8/2026 3 min read

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