Balaji Srinivasan Says Crypto Is the ‘Code-Based Order’ for a Fracturing World
Balaji Srinivasan, former Coinbase CTO and The Network State author, says cryptocurrency was built to create a “code-based order” as traditional institutions falter, framing blockchain as the backbone of a new global system. Crypto as Global Lifeboat? Balaji Srinivasan Makes the Case on X The Silicon Valley entrepreneur and investor laid out his...
By Jamie Redman 2/21/2026, 10:30:15 PM
Algorand Warns Developers Against “Vibe Coding” Smart Contracts to MainNet
TLDR: Algorand warns that smart contract vulnerabilities cause immediate, irreversible fund loss with no legal recovery path available. AI tools may store user data in LocalState, a flawed pattern where ClearState drains critical accounting data permanently. Algorand recommends using Plan Mode and agent skills to design secure contract...
By Brenda Mary 2/21/2026, 10:02:22 PM
What Happens to Satoshi Nakamoto’s Bitcoin Fortune? On-Chain Analyst Highlights 2 Key Possibilities
Nakamoto was active until roughly 2010, before disappearing, leaving behind what is widely considered the largest single Bitcoin holding.
By Olivia Brooke 2/21/2026, 10:01:46 PM
Ethereum Price Looks Bullish, But Only On The Inverted Chart
Ethereum shows signs of strength, but the bullish picture only emerges on an inverted chart. On the standard view, the downtrend remains intact until key resistance is reclaimed, making the current optimism conditional. Inverted Structure Reinforces Ethereum Bearish HTF Outlook Presenting an inverted chart in a recent update, Mizer explained that...
By Godspower Owie 2/21/2026, 10:00:30 PM
Here’s what happened in crypto today
Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, NFTs, Web3 and crypto regulation.
By Cointelegraph 2/21/2026, 9:58:48 PM
Stablecoins Become Go-To Rail for $141 Billion in Illicit Crypto Flows
Illicit use of stablecoin is now at its highest level following the mainstream adoption of the asset class by multiple organizations.
By Aliyu Pokima 2/21/2026, 9:48:43 PM
SBI Deepens XRP Bet With Bond Incentives and Venture Studio Plan
SBI Ripple Asia signed an MoU to create a venture studio that supports startups building financial services natively on the XRP Ledger. The post SBI Deepens XRP Bet With Bond Incentives and Venture Studio Plan appeared first on BeInCrypto.
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 2/21/2026, 9:48:13 PM
Trump raises global tariff rate to 15%, but crypto markets are unfazed
US President Donald Trump is now using alternative legal routes to levy tariffs, but critics say his authority to impose them is still limited.
By Vince Quill 2/21/2026, 9:45:05 PM
Who Is Behind Bitcoin’s Selling Pressure? On-Chain Data Exposes the Groups Leading Capitulation
TLDR: Bitcoin’s capitulation hits critical levels with $643M in realized losses and 46.08% of supply underwater. Short-term holders with SOPR at 0.98 and MVRV at 0.73 are systematically selling BTC below entry price. Medium whales offloaded 91,580 BTC in 30 days while the Whale Ratio climbed to a telling 74% reading. Bitcoin ETFs recorded $404M...
By Brenda Mary 2/21/2026, 9:39:14 PM
Ripple’s ‘Biggest Bombshell Yet’? New Research Points To Major XRP And RLUSD Catalyst That Could Change Everything
Paul Barron has stirred renewed optimism among XRP supporters after suggesting that a significant update involving Ripple, XRP, and the RLUSD stablecoin may be revealed soon.
By Brenda Ngari 2/21/2026, 9:36:52 PM
Crystalline Tension — Calls Dominate Puts as Bitcoin Derivatives Swell in Tight Trading Band
Bitcoin has been range-bound this weekend, hovering between $67,563 and $68,636 over the last day on Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026, and derivatives traders have been anything but quiet. Futures and options data show billions in open interest stacked across major exchanges, with calls maintaining a firm edge over puts. Bitcoin Derivatives Snapshot: $45B...
By Jamie Redman 2/21/2026, 9:30:50 PM
Is Bitcoin Current 47–50% Drawdown the Same Pattern That Has Always Led to New All-Time Highs?
TLDR: Bitcoin has recovered to a new all-time high after every 40–50% correction recorded between 2014 and 2026. The average trough-to-cycle-high multiple across nine correction events sits at approximately 3.4 times the low. Recovery time within this correction range averages 9 to 14 months, far shorter than full bear market timelines. Bitcoin’s...
By Brenda Mary 2/21/2026, 9:19:45 PM
Bitcoin Hashpower Returns, Difficulty Sees Biggest Jump In Months
Bitcoin hashing power pushed the difficulty up about 15% to a little past 144 trillion on Friday, based on data from CoinWarz. That move reversed an earlier drop of 10% that followed widespread outages in parts of the US. Related Reading: Crypto’s Changing Landscape Forces On-Chain Firm Parsec To Shut After 5 Years The numbers […]
By Christian Encila 2/21/2026, 9:00:38 PM
Wealth Educator Urges Parents to Ditch Old School Playbook For Crypto IRAs
Traditional schooling is designed to produce compliant employees, not owners or investors. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By DailyCoin Team 2/21/2026, 8:55:00 PM
IoTeX Hit by Private Key Exploit, Attacker Drains Over $2 Million
A private key exploit gave an attacker control of IoTeX’s TokenSafe and MinterPool contracts on February 21. Eventually, the hackers drained an estimated $2 million in crypto assets, sending IOTX down by over 9%. Why it matters: The details: The post IoTeX Hit by Private Key Exploit, Attacker Drains Over $2 Million appeared first on BeInCrypto.
By Harsh Notariya 2/21/2026, 8:53:00 PM
IoTeX contains hack, dismisses $4.3M loss concerns
IoTeX reported containing a hack with losses around $2 million, disputing on-chain analyst estimates placing the theft at $4.3 million. The blockchain platform stated it coordinated with exchanges and law enforcement to freeze stolen funds following what it called a…
By Vignesh Karunanidhi 2/21/2026, 8:48:43 PM
STRC Yield Play: How Fed Rate Cuts Could Drive Billions Into Strategy’s Bitcoin Machine
TLDR: STRC faces a major tailwind as U.S. money market funds lose $233.7 billion annually from a projected 300bps rate drop STRC pays 11.25% annually with $2.25 billion in cash reserves covering over 2.5 years of dividends at 5.6x overcollateralization A 0.5% rotation from money markets into STRC could generate $2–$4 billion, funding the purchase...
By Brenda Mary 2/21/2026, 8:47:08 PM
Pepeto Presale Surges Past $7M as Robinhood Tests Blockchain and Major Coins Crumble: Why Investors See a 300x Opportunity Here
Ever notice how the biggest opportunities show up when most people are too scared to look? That is exactly what is happening in crypto right now. Robinhood just launched a blockchain testnet that processed 4 million transactions in its first week. Traditional finance is building deeper into crypto, not pulling back. At the same time, roughly [...]...
By PR PR 2/21/2026, 8:44:50 PM
Crypto market retraces almost all 2024-2025 US election pump gains
The crypto market experienced a historic market crash in October that derailed the uptrend and caused investor sentiment to plummet.
By Vince Quill 2/21/2026, 8:40:01 PM
Uniswap AI Suite Seeks to Streamline Autonomous Trading
Uniswap Labs has released seven open-source artificial intelligence (AI) “Skills” designed to let autonomous agents execute core decentralized exchange ( DEX) operations with cleaner code, fewer failed transactions and tighter control over slippage. Uniswap Moves DeFi Toward Machine-Native Workflows The announcement, made Feb. 20, 2026, via X,...
By Jamie Redman 2/21/2026, 8:30:09 PM
DAOs still struggle with a fundamental problem, says Vitalik Buterin
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin identified limits to human attention as the core problem plaguing decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs) and democratic governance systems. Writing on X, Buterin argued that participants face thousands of decisions across multiple domains of expertise without sufficient…
By Vignesh Karunanidhi 2/21/2026, 8:22:28 PM
Santiment: Solana Growth Signals Hope Despite Woes
Data from Santiment shows new wallet creation rising even as prices slump, hinting network curiosity hasn’t faded with sentiment yet.
By Wayne Jones 2/21/2026, 8:19:52 PM
Vitalik Buterin Outlines How AI Could Strengthen Decentralized Governance
TLDR: Vitalik Buterin argues AI used correctly can empower democratic governance rather than centralize control over it. Personal AI agents could vote on a user’s behalf by learning from their writing, history, and stated preferences. Public conversation tools can aggregate views across many participants before asking them to weigh in on...
By Brenda Mary 2/21/2026, 8:15:34 PM
Bitcoin Whale Profit-Taking Sees 7th Surge Since 2024 — What To Expect
As it stands, the premier cryptocurrency maintains its broader bearish structure, with its price struggling to overcome the $68,000 resistance over the past few days. However, an interesting on-chain development suggests that the Bitcoin price could likely see a relief soon, but only after a certain condition has been met. Realized Profits Show...
By Opeyemi Sule 2/21/2026, 8:00:05 PM
Stablecoins Clear Major Regulatory Barrier as SEC Revises Capital Rules
TLDR: The SEC reduced the stablecoin capital haircut from 100% to 2%, in line with money market fund treatment. Broker-dealers previously needed $2 million in capital reserves just to hold $1 million in stablecoins. The rule change allows regulated firms to use stablecoins for settlement, collateral, and tokenized assets. Lower capital...
By Brenda Mary 2/21/2026, 7:54:53 PM
DeFi Analytics Firm Parsec Shuts Down After Five Years
After five years in the industry, onchain analytics firm Parsec announced its closure on Feb. 19, 2026. CEO Will Sheehan noted that the 2022 collapse of FTX permanently altered the spot lending leverage environment. The FTX Fallout and Shifting Market Structures The on-chain analytics firm Parsec announced Feb. 19 that it would shutter operations...
By Terence Zimwara 2/21/2026, 7:30:09 PM
‘Bitcoin to zero’ searches spike in the U.S., but the bottom signal is mixed
Google Trends data shows the term hit a record high in the U.S. this month, though global interest has fallen since peaking in August.
By Shaurya Malwa 2/21/2026, 7:30:00 PM
Jordi Visser: AI and crypto will disrupt existing market structures, stablecoins are processing more volume than Mastercard, and Bitcoin’s performance is closely tied to software ETFs | The Wolf Of All Streets
AI's rise could reshape money markets, leaving traditional players behind as crypto gains traction. The post Jordi Visser: AI and crypto will disrupt existing market structures, stablecoins are processing more volume than Mastercard, and Bitcoin’s performance is closely tied to software ETFs | The Wolf Of All Streets appeared first on Crypto...
By Editorial Team 2/21/2026, 7:25:26 PM
Massive Data Breach Exposes Sensitive Information on 1,200,000 Bank Accounts in France
Authorities in France say a database containing sensitive information on 1.2 million bank accounts has been breached. The Ministry of Economy says an unauthorized entity gained access to the national FICOBA database of bank accounts last month. “Upon detection of this incident, immediate access restrictions were implemented to stop the attack,...
By Daily Hodl Staff 2/21/2026, 7:24:51 PM
Ethereum's Vitalik Buterin proposes AI 'stewards' to help reinvent DAO governance
The system would use zero-knowledge proofs and secure environments (MPC/TEEs) to protect voter identity and sensitive data while preventing coercion and bribery.
By Francisco Rodrigues 2/21/2026, 7:21:46 PM
XRP Flashes Bullish Signal With 1,660,000,000 XRP Staked
XRP is seeing rising optimism as its price begins to move to the positive side of the market, sparking a decent surge in its futures activity.
By Caroline Amosun 2/21/2026, 7:13:00 PM
2 cryptocurrencies to hit $100 billion market cap in 2026
Although the cryptocurrency market has had a rough run in 2026 so far, several digital assets are showing the potential … Continue reading The post 2 cryptocurrencies to hit $100 billion market cap in 2026 appeared first on Finbold.
By Paul L. 2/21/2026, 7:08:00 PM
Crypto Markets Stay Calm As US Supreme Court Rules Against Trump’s Tariffs — Here’s Why
The crypto landscape remains in a widespread bear market following months of consistent market sell-off driven by geopolitical tensions, macro settings, and a shift in structure. In February alone, the total market cap has dropped by 12%, extending the total decline from October 2025 to around 44.5%. Interestingly, another geopolitical event has...
By Semilore Faleti 2/21/2026, 7:00:54 PM
Ethereum Whales Underwater—Is This the ETH Price Capitulation or a Calm Before a Strong Rebound?
The post Ethereum Whales Underwater—Is This the ETH Price Capitulation or a Calm Before a Strong Rebound? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News After breaking above the local consolidation range near $1,950, the Ethereum price has pushed higher toward the psychological $2,000 level. ETH is trading around $1,988, up roughly 1.1% in the past 24...
By Sahana Vibhute 2/21/2026, 6:55:40 PM
Five Ways to Buy ETH This Spring: From CEX to Exchange Aggregators
Looking to buy ETH this spring? Compare CEX, DEX, on-ramps, and exchange aggregators like SwapSpace to find the right method for you.
By Crypto Daily 2/21/2026, 6:48:37 PM
Planning a Successful Crypto PR Campaign in the United States: 2026 Strategy
Discover a data-driven guide on how to build an effective crypto PR campaign in the US: tactics top teams use to run successful crypto PR campaigns, from tier-1 media strategy to AI and social discovery.
By Crypto Daily 2/21/2026, 6:40:53 PM
Inside Vitalik Buterin’s Wallet: How Much Ethereum (ETH) Does He Actually Own?
Data from Arkham shows the majority of Buterin's wealth remains tied directly to token price swings rather than diversified holdings.
By Wayne Jones 2/21/2026, 6:36:55 PM
Criminals Hack Hundreds of US ATMs, Force Machines To Spew $20,000,000 In One Year: FBI
The FBI is warning financial institutions and the public about a sharp rise in attacks that compromise ATMs, forcing them to dispense cash. In a flash alert, the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center says there have been more than 1,900 so-called “jackpotting” incidents since 2020. Over 700 of the attacks happened in 2025 alone, causing […] The...
By Daily Hodl Staff 2/21/2026, 6:35:59 PM
Licensed Web3 Casino Gambling Explained — Best Regulated Platforms Globally
Explore licensed Web3 casino gambling in 2026: regulated platforms with blockchain transparency, provably fair games & strong protections. Top picks: Dexsport, Betpanda, FanDuel, DraftKings for U.S. players.
By Crypto Daily 2/21/2026, 6:30:58 PM
Circle’s Nanopayments Bet on AI Agents and Streaming Commerce
Circle’s developer arm has rolled out a permissionless “Nanopayments” system that promises gas-free USDC transfers as small as $0.000001, aiming squarely at artificial intelligence (AI) agents and high-frequency internet commerce. Circle’s New Tool Tackles Gas Fees for Machine-to-Machine Commerce Circle Developer — the builder-focused division of...
By Jamie Redman 2/21/2026, 6:30:35 PM
Anonymous Web3 Gambling in Germany: Top Crypto Casinos Without ID Verification
Discover the top anonymous Web3 crypto casinos for German players in 2026: no KYC, instant withdrawals, massive bonuses & full privacy. Best no-verification platforms with BTC, ETH & more.
By Crypto Daily 2/21/2026, 6:22:56 PM
US lawmakers critical of Trump tariffs, say it will derail economy
The tariffs are just taxes on American businesses and consumers, while providing no benefit to the economy, critics of Trump's policies say.
By Vince Quill 2/21/2026, 6:22:41 PM
Japan's SBI to issue 10 billion yen onchain bond with XRP rewards for retail investors
The SBI START Bonds offer a fixed interest rate, blockchain settlement, and XRP rewards for eligible investors registered on the firm’s exchange.
By Francisco Rodrigues 2/21/2026, 6:21:25 PM
BlackRock's Upcoming Ethereum ETF to Offer 82% Staking Rewards to Investors
BlackRock has set to offer 83% staking rewards to investors amid plans to launch a new Ethereum staking ETF to boost Ethereum adoption.
By Caroline Amosun 2/21/2026, 6:15:00 PM
Iran’s rial collapse mirrors Lebanon’s crisis, driving citizens to bitcoin
With the rial plunging, middle-class savers are bypassing local banks to move billions into the domestic crypto ecosystem.
By Tony Yazbeck 2/21/2026, 6:01:00 PM
Trump declares global tariff hike to 15% following court setback
The tariff hike may strain international trade relations, potentially leading to retaliatory measures and impacting global economic stability. The post Trump declares global tariff hike to 15% following court setback appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 2/21/2026, 6:00:54 PM
Bitcoin Liquidity Battles Heat Up As Demand Shows First Positive Print
Bitcoin remains range-bound as liquidity clears on both sides, keeping price action indecisive. After months of weakness, demand has finally turned positive, hinting that selling is easing and structural accumulation may be returning. BTC Stays Range-Bound Amid Active Liquidity Clearing Bitcoin remains locked in a range-bound state, characterized...
By Godspower Owie 2/21/2026, 6:00:15 PM
Solana Price Faces a Bull Trap as 50% Holders Exit
Solana’s price rose 2.9% over the past 24 hours and broke above a key inverse head-and-shoulders neckline on the 12-hour chart. This breakout typically signals a trend reversal and offers more than 50% upside potential. But the breakout is happening while long-term holders exit aggressively and leverage builds quickly. These conflicting signals...
By Ananda Banerjee 2/21/2026, 6:00:00 PM
Bitcoin echoes 'late 2022' bear market bottom, K33 says
The current levels offer an attractive entry for long-term investors, even if their patience will be tested, Vetle Lunde said.
By Krisztian Sandor 2/21/2026, 6:00:00 PM
XAU₮ Powers First-Ever Tokenized Gold Dividend From Public Company
Elemental Royalty Corporation becomes first publicly traded gold firm to pay dividends in Tether Gold, marking major milestone for tokenized real-world assets. (Read More)
By N/A 2/21/2026, 5:30:31 PM