🎯Today's Crypto Pulse
Updated 14m agoWhat's happening: Michael Saylor’s Strategy adds $204M of Bitcoin in 101st purchase
The firm bought 3,015 BTC for $204.1M, raising its total holdings above 720,000 BTC and bringing the cumulative cost to roughly $54.8B. The average price of $67,700 per BTC was below its overall cost basis of $75,985.
Also developing:
By the numbers: Pepeto raises $7M in token presale
News•Feb 9, 2026
$44B Bitcoin Blunder Puts South Korea Regulators on Alert over Local Crypto Exchanges
South Korea’s Financial Supervisory Service (FSS) is tightening crypto oversight after Bithumb mistakenly credited users with roughly 2,000 bitcoin each, a $44 billion error. The regulator announced investigations into high‑risk practices such as whale manipulation, pump‑and‑dump schemes, and suspended deposit trading. It also plans to deploy AI‑driven tools that detect suspicious patterns in real time and to impose punitive fines for IT incidents. The move aligns with the upcoming Basic Digital Asset Act and President Lee’s broader crackdown on financial misconduct.
By CoinDesk
Social•Feb 9, 2026
Binance's SAFU Fund Adds $300M in Bitcoin
Binance is buying more Bitcoin again. The SAFU Fund has acquired an additional 4,225 #BTC (worth $300 million). The fund’s total Bitcoin purchases now amount to 10,455 BTC (approximately $734 million). https://t.co/suDLl4dGvW
By Crypto Jack
News•Feb 9, 2026
Exploring Private Cryptocurrency Swaps Beyond Traditional Exchange Verification
The article highlights a rising demand for anonymous crypto swap platforms that let users trade Monero (XMR) without KYC verification. Monero’s built‑in privacy features—ring signatures, stealth addresses, and confidential transactions—make it ideal for privacy‑focused traders. KYC‑free services operate as direct...
By TechBullion
News•Feb 9, 2026
ENS Abandons Plans for Namechain L2, Citing Ethereum Scaling
Ethereum Name Service (ENS) has scrapped its planned Namechain layer‑2, opting instead to launch the ENSv2 upgrade directly on Ethereum’s mainnet. The decision follows a 99% reduction in registration gas fees and the recent Fusaka upgrade, which raised the block...
By Cointelegraph
News•Feb 9, 2026
Bitcoin Sharpe Ratio Slides to Levels Seen in Previous Market Bottoms
The Bitcoin Sharpe ratio has plunged to –10, its lowest reading since March 2023, placing it in negative territory typically seen at the end of bear markets. CryptoQuant analyst Darkfost notes that such levels historically align with market bottoms, signaling an...
By Cointelegraph
News•Feb 9, 2026
Takaichi Triumph: Japan’s Record 56,000 Nikkei Surge Sends Bitcoin to $72,000, Gold Past $5,000
Japan’s Nikkei 225 surged past 57,000, climbing 3.4% after Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi secured a supermajority in the February 9 election. The win unlocked a $135 billion expansionary fiscal package focused on infrastructure spending and tax cuts. The so‑called “Takaichi Trade”...
By CoinDesk
Social•Feb 8, 2026
Bet: HYPE to Outperform All $1B+ Sh
Since $HYPE is bad @KyleSamani let's make a bet. I bet that from 00:00 UTC 10 Feb 2026 to 00:00 UTC 31 July 2026 $HYPE will out perform any shitcoin >$1bn mcap on coingecko in USD terms. You choose your champion. Loser...
By Arthur Hayes
News•Feb 8, 2026
VCs Clash over Non-Financial Use Cases in Web3 and Crypto
Prominent crypto VCs are publicly sparring over the fate of non‑financial Web3 applications. a16z partner Chris Dixon blames years of scams, extractive behavior and regulatory pressure for the lack of traction, while Dragonfly’s Haseeb Quereshi argues the products simply failed...
By Cointelegraph
Podcast•Feb 8, 2026•24 min
Transak - The Crypto On-Ramp
In this episode, Andy Werner, VP of Partnerships and Strategy at Transak, discusses how the company builds the compliance and payments infrastructure that powers fiat‑to‑crypto on‑ramps for hundreds of platforms. He explains the evolving role of stablecoins as practical, programmable...
By The Crypto Conversation
Social•Feb 8, 2026
ERC‑8004: Building Trustworthy AI Agents Amid Gaming Risks
ERC-8004 is supposed to help us trust AI agents. But can it withstand hacks and manipulation? In this @Unchained_pod episode, @DavideCrapis joins me to unpack: 🤖 What the ERC-8004 standard is 🤔 How ERC-8004 works 📝 The project's roadmap 💫 Tips for AI agent builders/businesses Timestamps: 🚀...
By Laura Shin
News•Feb 8, 2026
Bitcoin Bulls Spot Bottoming Signs as Longtime Bears Take Victory Laps
Bitcoin slipped below $70,000 as the market entered a sharper free‑fall, prompting long‑time skeptics at the Financial Times and gold‑bug Peter Schiff to celebrate the decline. The article highlights the continued erosion of institutional exposure, noting MicroStrategy’s Bitcoin holdings are down roughly...
By CoinDesk
Podcast•Feb 8, 2026•5 min
Bitcoin Path To $40K (Profit Guide)
In this brief episode, host Nick Valdez reviews recent Bitcoin price action and highlights several technical indicators suggesting a potential market bottom. He explains how these signals could serve as an exit point for traders looking to capitalize on a...
By The Bitboy Crypto Podcast
News•Feb 8, 2026
UK Construction Firm Hit by Prometei Botnet Hiding in Windows Server
A UK construction company discovered the Russian‑linked Prometei botnet hidden on its Windows Server in January 2026. The malware entered via weak RDP credentials, installed persistent services, and used Mimikatz to steal network passwords while mining Monero cryptocurrency. Researchers from eSentire’s...
By HackRead
News•Feb 8, 2026
Odds of Jesus Christ Appearing in 2026 Double, Beating Return on Bitcoin
Traders on Polymarket have pushed the implied probability of the Second Coming of Jesus Christ in 2026 to roughly 4%, more than doubling the odds since early January. The binary contract, now trading at about four cents, has generated a...
By CoinDesk
Social•Feb 8, 2026
Vitalik Doubts L2s; AI Emerges as Blockchain UI
Do we still need L2s? 🤔 In this episode of Uneasy Money (the funniest to date BY FAR), hosts @kaiynne and @tayvano_ are joined by @austingriffith & @karl_dot_tech to dive into: ⁉️ Why Vitalik is saying the Ethereum L2 vision no longer...
By Laura Shin
Social•Feb 8, 2026
No‑KYC Crypto Cards Exploit Loopholes, Face Sudden Shutdowns
So-called "no KYC" crypto cards use corporate issuing loopholes & outright fraud - making such services susceptible to abrupt shutdowns One such "no KYC" provider, bitsika, explicitly markets its service as a way to circumvent sanctions on Iran Deep dive in Fintech...
By Jason Mikula
News•Feb 8, 2026
Execution Quality Becomes The Deciding Factor For Professional Perp Traders
Execution quality has become the primary criterion for professional perpetual futures traders, eclipsing pure speed and fee considerations. HFDX addresses this shift by delivering fully on‑chain trade execution against shared liquidity pools, eliminating privileged market makers and manual overrides. The...
By TechBullion
Blog•Feb 8, 2026
Scott Aaronson, Leading Theoretical Computer Scientist, Joins StarkWare
StarkWare announced on February 5, 2026 that it has appointed Professor Scott Aaronson to its Scientific Advisory Board and is launching a quantum‑readiness program. The company says quantum computing is the biggest long‑term threat to crypto and will upgrade Starknet and Bitcoin...
By Quantum Zeitgeist
Social•Feb 8, 2026
BTC Hitting $80K May Spark $5.2B Liquidation Wave
If BTC continues to rise to $80K, we could see a liquidation wave of $5.2 billion. https://t.co/jvDXAW7CR1
By Crypto Jack
News•Feb 8, 2026
Sumsub Launches ‘Risk Intolerant’ Registry to Spotlight Crypto and Fintech Safety Champions
Sumsub, a global verification and fraud‑prevention platform, has unveiled a public "Risk Intolerant" registry that awards badges to fintech, crypto, gaming, edtech and mobility firms demonstrating strong KYC, AML and fraud‑mitigation controls. The highest "Titan" badge has been granted to...
By The Fintech Times
Social•Feb 8, 2026
Trend Research Loses $750M on Massive ETH Leverage
Jack Yi's Trend Research built a $2.6 BILLION #ETH leveraged long position via Aave. This month, they sold their entire holdings for $1.74 billion to repay their loans. They lost $750 MILLION on this trade. https://t.co/TuhAv0LBvU
By Crypto Jack
News•Feb 8, 2026
PulseChain Bridge Guide: How to Use PulseBridge to Transfer Assets Secure
PulseBridge is the primary cross‑chain bridge enabling asset transfers between Ethereum and PulseChain. The platform lets users move tokens, NFTs, and other digital assets while avoiding Ethereum’s high gas fees and slow speeds. It offers a step‑by‑step UI, supports MetaMask...
By TechBullion
Social•Feb 8, 2026
Tom Lee’s Bitmine Purchases $42M ETH Amid Crash
JUST IN: Despite the market crash, Tom Lee #Bitmine bought another 20,000 $ETH($41.98M) few hours ago. https://t.co/h5mYBAQesJ
By Crypto Jack
News•Feb 8, 2026
The Finanser’s Week: 2nd February – 8th February 2026
The post warns that cryptocurrency fraud and money‑laundering remain rampant, urging tighter AML controls. It connects widening wealth inequality to heightened risk of social unrest, suggesting political volatility for financiers. It highlights a shift in perception of AI, citing Lloyds...
By The Finanser
News•Feb 8, 2026
'Massive Consolidation' Expected Across Crypto Industry: Bullish CEO
Bullish CEO Tom Farley predicts a wave of massive consolidation in the crypto industry, likening it to the exchange sector’s past mergers. He cites the recent 45% Bitcoin price drop as a catalyst that will force underperforming projects to be...
By Cointelegraph
News•Feb 8, 2026
Crypto Retail Investors Are Trying to 'Meta-Analyze' Crypto Crash: Santiment
Retail investors are actively meta‑analyzing the crypto market, hunting for signs of capitulation to time new entries, according to sentiment platform Santiment. The term "crypto capitulation" surged on Google Trends, climbing from a score of 11 to 58 within a...
By Cointelegraph
News•Feb 8, 2026
Crypto Coin Minute for February 8th, 2026 at 05:15 AM Pacific Time.
Crypto markets rallied on February 8, 2026 as Bitcoin surged past $71,000, up 3.04% in 24 hours, while Ethereum rose 4.16% to $2,123.76. Mid‑tier assets such as XRP, BNB, and Solana also posted gains, reinforcing a broad‑based upward momentum. Related coverage highlights Bitcoin...
By Crypto Coin Minute
News•Feb 7, 2026
Tokenized Equities Approach $1B as Institutional Rails Emerge
Tokenized equities have surged to nearly $1 billion, a 30‑fold increase within a year, driven by rapid platform adoption and 24/7 blockchain access. Ondo Global Markets, Backed/Kraken’s xStocks, and Securitize now control over 93 % of the market, with Ondo alone holding...
By CryptoSlate
Social•Feb 7, 2026
Crypto's Volatility Won’t Dampen Long‑term Bullish Outlook
It’s been a volatile few days in the crypto markets. This is nothing new. Crypto has gone through many market cycles at this point. Personally, this doesn’t change my outlook - I don’t see how you can be anything but long-term...
By Brian Armstrong
News•Feb 7, 2026
Broad-Based Bitcoin Accumulation Emerges After Sharp Capitulation
Bitcoin dropped from around $80,000 to $60,000 in early February, triggering a sharp capitulation. Glassnode’s Accumulation Trend Score, which gauges buying pressure across wallet sizes, climbed to 0.68, indicating broad‑based accumulation for the first time since late November. The most...
By CoinDesk
News•Feb 7, 2026
CFTC Expands Payment Stablecoin Criteria to Include National Trust Banks
The CFTC reissued Staff Letter 25‑40, expanding the definition of payment stablecoins to include national trust banks, which can now issue fiat‑pegged tokens. The change aligns with the GENIUS Act, signed in July 2025, that requires stablecoins to be fully...
By Cointelegraph
Social•Feb 7, 2026
Institutional Moves Trigger Recent Crypto Market Dumps
I guess the institutions are really here in crypto. Apparently this caused the 10/10 dump and last weeks dump. #xrp #crypto #bitcoin #ethereum #finance
By Wendy O
News•Feb 7, 2026
Why Machine-to-Machine Payments Are the New Electricity for the Digital Age
The article argues that machine‑to‑machine (M2M) payments will become the economic equivalent of electricity, powering a fully autonomous digital economy. Continuous micro‑transactions, enabled by blockchain’s near‑zero‑fee, low‑latency rails, will let devices buy data, power, and services in real time without...
By CoinDesk
Social•Feb 7, 2026
Crypto's CLARITY Focus Misses Bigger Regulatory Battles
Is crypto focusing on the wrong fight with CLARITY? In this special episode of DEX in the City, hosts @kkirkbos & Jessi Brooks are joined by @e_woodford to unpack: 💡 The takeaways from White House CLARITY Act Meeting 😬 Whether crypto is focusing...
By Laura Shin
News•Feb 7, 2026
SOL-Focused Forward Industries Has Had a Tough Run, but CIO Says It's Positioned for Success
Forward Industries (FWDI) has emerged as the largest public Solana‑focused treasury company after raising $1.65 billion in 2025, giving it a roughly $600 million SOL position at current prices. The firm carries no corporate debt, positioning it as an unlevered player in...
By CoinDesk
News•Feb 7, 2026
Cardano's Charles Hoskinson Reveals $3 Billion Unrealized Loss in Crypto Rout
Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson disclosed more than $3 billion in unrealized losses as the crypto market slumped, with Bitcoin sliding to roughly $60,000—a 16% drop—and the broader CoinDesk 20 index falling 17%. Cardano’s ADA token fell 15.6% over the same week. Hoskinson...
By CoinDesk
Social•Feb 7, 2026
Crypto Pays $70M for Domain to Launch Super Bowl AI
https://t.co/L979rWpJFd just set a new record in tech branding. https://t.co/8YTgbJUWYI co-founder Kris Marszalek paid about $70 million in crypto for the domain, the highest publicly disclosed price for a website name. He plans to use it to launch a consumer...
By Spiros Margaris
Social•Feb 7, 2026
Human Error Cost $134M; Enforce Airdrop Max Limits
We helped in this recovery effort, a tiny bit. I didn't tweet when it first happened, to not spread FUD. A human error of $134m vs $1,340. All airdrop features should have a maximum value check. I am not even sure if...
By Changpeng Zhao
Blog•Feb 7, 2026
A Bottom Vs. The Bottom
Bitcoin's recent bounce to $70K fell short of the 200‑week SMA, leaving the market uncertain whether the $60K dip marked a true bottom. Glassnode’s profit‑loss chart shows profit and loss balances nearing convergence, suggesting capitulation may still be ahead. Meanwhile,...
By Lark Davis
Social•Feb 7, 2026
Hyperliquid Emer
Markets are selling off hard and everyone's scrambling for answers. In this Unchained episode, I sat down with Joshua Lim to make sense of the chaos. He broke down: 😬 Why Bitcoin has given up all its Trump rally gains 🫣 How the...
By Laura Shin
Social•Feb 7, 2026
Binance’s Rise and Fall Reshapes Altcoin Fortunes
2017-2025 #Binance listing was the best thing that could happen to altcoins. Fast forward to 2026 #Binance de-listing is the best thing that could happen to altcoin Go Figure...
By Tyler Swope
News•Feb 7, 2026
Tuardin Token: Building Strategic Alliances to Boost Liquidity, Enhance Security, and Transform Global E-Commerce Landscapes
Tuardin Token (TRN) is forging strategic alliances across AI, finance and retail to embed its decentralized payment platform into everyday commerce. Partnerships with AI firms deliver real‑time fraud detection and personalized recommendations, while collaborations with exchanges and payment processors enhance...
By TechBullion
Social•Feb 7, 2026
Confidence Fades, Crypto Winter Freezes Market Momentum
A new crypto winter is here and even the biggest bulls look confused. No single shock, no clear villain, just confidence quietly evaporating. When narratives break before fundamentals, markets freeze fast. https://t.co/X8cCYkm1Kh @GZuckerman @Vlajournaliste @WSJ
By Spiros Margaris
Social•Feb 7, 2026
US Must Lead Financial Innovation or Lose It Offshore
The US can either lead in financial innovation or watch it move offshore. State regulators fighting federal law isn't protecting consumers, it's protecting incumbents from competition.
By Brian Armstrong
News•Feb 7, 2026
Fipto Becomes Europe’s First Dual-Licenced Stablecoin Payment Institution
Fipto has secured a Crypto‑Asset Service Provider (CASP) licence from France’s AMF, joining its existing Payment Institution licence from the ACPR. This makes it the first European stablecoin payment provider to hold both licences, creating a unified regulatory framework for...
By The Fintech Times
Social•Feb 7, 2026
Six Tokens Set to Thrive Amid Crypto Repricing
Markets crashed this week. Bitcoin fell from about $84k last week to near $60k before reclaiming $70k (now at $68.5k) But at the same time... ETH, L2 tokens, and Ethereum’s roadmap are being repriced. And there are 6 tokens that could...
By Laura Shin
Social•Feb 7, 2026
Essential TradingView Setup: Indicators, Clean Candlesticks, Watchlist
My TradingView Set up (Guide) In this article I'll share: - Indicators I use in TradingView - Settings for candlesticks and removing noise - How to create a watchlist + my current watchlist of coins This article make your trading life easier: https://t.co/WNmIYBfFhf
By Koroush Khaneghah
News•Feb 7, 2026
Vietnam to Tax Crypto Like Stocks with 0.1% Trading Levy: Report
Vietnam's Ministry of Finance has drafted a tax framework that treats cryptocurrency transactions like securities trades, imposing a 0.1% personal income tax on each transfer made through licensed providers. Institutional investors will face a 20% corporate income tax on net...
By Cointelegraph
News•Feb 7, 2026
Crypto-Focused Erebor Wins First New US Bank Charter of Trump’s Second Term: WSJ
The OCC granted Erebor Bank a national charter, the first new U.S. bank approved during President Trump’s second term, positioning it as a crypto‑friendly lender. Backed by $635 million in capital and investors such as Andreessen Horowitz and Lux Capital, the...
By Cointelegraph
News•Feb 7, 2026
Google Search Volume for 'Bitcoin' Skyrockets Amid BTC Price Swings
Google Trends recorded a perfect 100 score for "Bitcoin" searches the week of Feb. 1, the highest in twelve months, as the cryptocurrency’s price slumped from $81,500 to $60,000 before rebounding to $70,740. The surge in search interest mirrors historic spikes...
By Cointelegraph