U.S. Treasury's Bessent calls out crypto 'nihilists' resisting market structure bill

U.S. Treasury's Bessent calls out crypto 'nihilists' resisting market structure bill

U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent recently made a pointed remark directed at certain market participants within the cryptocurrency space. He criticized those who resist the…

2/5/2026 3 min read

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Aster layer-1 blockchain testnet goes live, mainnet rollout targeted for Q1

Aster layer-1 blockchain testnet goes live, mainnet rollout targeted for Q1

Aster has recently transitioned to a crypto perpetual futures decentralized exchange, marking a significant rebranding effort. This move comes as the trading volume for perpetual…

2/5/2026 2 min read

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Polymarket, Circle partner in shift to native USDC settlement

Polymarket, Circle partner in shift to native USDC settlement

Polymarket has announced a significant change in its operational structure by transitioning from using bridged USDC on the Polygon network to utilizing Circle-issued native USDC.…

2/5/2026 2 min read

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Gemini to exit U.K., EU and Australia, reduce staff by 25%, and focus on U.S. and prediction markets

Gemini to exit U.K., EU and Australia, reduce staff by 25%, and focus on U.S. and prediction markets

Gemini, a prominent crypto exchange, has announced its decision to exit the U.K., European Union, and Australian markets. As part of this shift in strategy, the company will also…

2/5/2026 2 min read

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Bitcoin Crashes Below $67,000 As Stifel Warns Of Potential Drop To $38,000

Bitcoin Crashes Below $67,000 As Stifel Warns Of Potential Drop To $38,000

Bitcoin has experienced a significant sell-off, dropping below the $67,000 mark, a level not seen since November 2024. This downturn has been influenced by a bearish outlook from…

2/5/2026 3 min read

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Solana Foundation’s Liu urges refocus on finance as crypto slides and narratives narrow

Solana Foundation’s Liu urges refocus on finance as crypto slides and narratives narrow

Amid a significant downturn in the cryptocurrency market, Liu from the Solana Foundation has emphasized the need for a renewed focus on the financial aspects of blockchain…

2/5/2026 3 min read

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Solana Price Drops, But Open Interest Signals Growing Activity

Solana Price Drops, But Open Interest Signals Growing Activity

Solana's market is currently experiencing a complex situation characterized by declining prices and increasing futures activity. This divergence has sparked interest among…

2/5/2026 2 min read

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Here is what industry veterans are saying as bitcoin tumbles below $70,000

Here is what industry veterans are saying as bitcoin tumbles below $70,000

Bitcoin has recently experienced a significant decline, dropping below a crucial psychological threshold. This downturn has elicited strong reactions from various industry…

2/5/2026 2 min read

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Bitcoin falls under $68,000, with retail traders betting on even lower prices

Bitcoin falls under $68,000, with retail traders betting on even lower prices

In a significant turn of events in the cryptocurrency market, Bitcoin has fallen below $68,000. This decline comes as retail traders position themselves for further price drops,…

2/5/2026 2 min read

BTC #BTC #MARKET #TRADING

Tether invests $100 million in U.S.-regulated crypto bank Anchorage

Tether invests $100 million in U.S.-regulated crypto bank Anchorage

Tether has made a significant investment in Anchorage Digital, a U.S.-regulated crypto bank, committing $100 million. This investment is particularly noteworthy as Anchorage…

2/5/2026 2 min read

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Is The XRP Bottom In? Traders Pin The Floor Between $1.20 And $1.00

Is The XRP Bottom In? Traders Pin The Floor Between $1.20 And $1.00

XRP has experienced a significant decline, dropping 58% from its all-time high. Amid this downturn, two prominent analysts have shared their perspectives on the current price…

2/5/2026 2 min read

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Gemini to Shutter UK, EU, Australia Customer Accounts

Gemini to Shutter UK, EU, Australia Customer Accounts

Gemini Space Station Inc. has announced its decision to close all customer accounts in the United Kingdom, European Union, and Australia. This move marks a significant shift in…

2/5/2026 2 min read

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