Why is crypto market down today? (Feb. 23)
The global crypto market tanked 4.5% to $2.29 trillion on Monday amid Trump’s latest round of global tariffs and concerns over geopolitical tensions. According to data from crypto.news, Bitcoin (BTC), the bellwether crypto asset, fell roughly 5% from around $68,000…
By Rony Roy 2/23/2026, 8:01:32 AM
Missouri lawmakers advance revived Bitcoin strategic reserve bill to committee
Missouri lawmakers have advanced a strategic Bitcoin reserve bill that would allow the state treasurer to “accept gifts, grants, donations, bequests, or devises of bitcoin from eligible Missouri residents or a governmental entity.” House Bill 2080 was introduced by Rep.…
By Rony Roy 2/23/2026, 7:59:38 AM
Crypto Market Update Today: BTC and ETH Slide Below Key Levels—Is More Downside Ahead?
The post Crypto Market Update Today: BTC and ETH Slide Below Key Levels—Is More Downside Ahead? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The crypto market is down today. The Bitcoin price marked an intraday low of around $64,290 from its highs at $67,684, a plunge of over 4.6%. On the other hand, Ethereum also underwent a similar plunge from...
By Sahana Vibhute 2/23/2026, 7:51:48 AM
Hyperliquid Price Forecast: HYPE price correction deepens amid bearish market indicators
Hyperliquid (HYPE) declines nearly 5%, trading below $28 at the time of writing on Monday, extending losses for the third consecutive week since early February. The bearish sentiment further strengthens with falling Open Interest (OI), rising short bets and negative funding rates.
By N/A 2/23/2026, 7:51:14 AM
10 Best Cryptos to Buy Under $1 in 2026
Bitcoin and Ethereum illustrate how dramatically crypto markets can evolve over time. Assets that once traded below a dollar are now priced near $78,757.24 and $2,319.88, reflecting how scale, adoption, and market maturity can reshape valuations. But price alone is a poor indicator of future potential. In a market crowded with thousands of tokens,...
By N/A 2/23/2026, 7:48:42 AM
Cardano Risks Breakdown from 3-Year Support Level
Cardano (ADA) is hovering near a multi-year support level, and sustained bearish momentum could trigger a price breakdown. Notably, this breakdown could bring severe pressure to ADA’s price, which has struggled for months. Visit Website
By Elendu Benedict 2/23/2026, 7:37:00 AM
XRP to $1.11 Is Very Possible as Market “Shakes Out the Cry Babies” Before Monster Move Up: Analyst
XRP is again facing downside pressure, and according to some market watchers, a retest of $1.11 remains on the table before any meaningful breakout unfolds. Over the past day, XRP’s price dipped 4%, touching $1.33 after briefly trading in the $1.42 range earlier. Visit Website
By Abdulkarim Abdulwahab 2/23/2026, 7:35:25 AM
Binance highlights 97% cut in sanctioned market exposure
Global crypto exchange Binance has issued a detailed defense of its compliance program, saying recent media reports mischaracterize its regulatory controls and oversight efforts. Binance pushes back on sanctions claims In a blog post, the world’s largest crypto trading platform…
By Ann Maria Shibu 2/23/2026, 7:34:36 AM
Crypto Market Crash Today: Bitcoin Falls Below $66K, Ethereum and XRP Extend Losses
The post Crypto Market Crash Today: Bitcoin Falls Below $66K, Ethereum and XRP Extend Losses appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The crypto market crash intensified today as global markets reacted sharply to fresh macro uncertainty. Bitcoin slipped below $65,000, Ethereum extended its decline toward $1,900, and XRP rotated lower as traders...
By Shubham Vishwakarma 2/23/2026, 7:32:44 AM
Ripple News: XRP Could Become a State Reserve Asset as Arizona Advances Crypto Bill
The post Ripple News: XRP Could Become a State Reserve Asset as Arizona Advances Crypto Bill appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News XRP is finding itself at the center of a fresh policy discussion in the United States. Arizona lawmakers have advanced legislation that would allow the state to hold XRP as part of a proposed Digital Assets...
By Debashree Patra 2/23/2026, 7:31:25 AM
Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan Challenges the ‘Commodity Blockspace’ Thesis
Ethereum controls roughly 60% of real-world asset ( RWA) tokenization today, but Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan questions whether layer one (L1) blockspace is truly the commodity many investors assume it to be. Bitwise CIO: We Don’t Yet Know What Happens When Crypto Scales to Trillions In a recent post on X, Matt Hougan challenged the […]
By Jamie Redman 2/23/2026, 7:30:43 AM
Ethereum Drops After Vitalik Buterin Sells Again: Is History Repeating?
Ethereum slipped over the past two days as on-chain trackers flagged another burst of selling tied to Vitalik Buterin’s wallets, reviving a familiar narrative for traders: founder-linked distribution showing up alongside spot weakness. Ethereum Pullback Coincides With Fresh Vitalik Sales Lookonchain said Buterin has sold 1,869 ETH (about $3.67...
By Jake Simmons 2/23/2026, 7:30:31 AM
How pig-butchering crypto scams turn trust into a financial weapon
Long-term trust-building tactics power pig-butchering crypto scams, the fastest-growing fraud threats today.
By Dilip Kumar Patairya 2/23/2026, 7:20:53 AM
XRP price tests $1.30 support as realized losses hit 39-month high
XRP price is hovering near $1.30 after on-chain realized losses spiked to their highest level in 39 months. XRP was trading at $1.32 at press time, down 4.7% in the past 24 hours. The token is in the red across…
By Leon Okwatch 2/23/2026, 7:15:24 AM
Crypto Liquidation Surge as Bitcoin Price Falls Below $65K
The post Crypto Liquidation Surge as Bitcoin Price Falls Below $65K appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Crypto markets turned sharply red over the weekend as investors reacted to fresh macro uncertainty linked to U.S. tariff policy and rising geopolitical tensions. The pullback was broad, with Bitcoin, Ethereum, and major altcoins all moving...
By Nidhi Kolhapur 2/23/2026, 7:13:17 AM
XRP Price Crashes 69% From its Peak
The post XRP Price Crashes 69% From its Peak appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News XRP price is trading near $1.34 after dropping about 69% from its $3.66 peak. Price has fallen below the $2 support and is now testing a key higher-timeframe demand zone. On-chain data from Santiment shows the Ripple network just recorded its biggest realized...
By Sohrab Khawas 2/23/2026, 7:09:14 AM
Toobit Announces AUSTRAC Registration, Bolstering Security and Service for Australian Crypto Traders
Toobit is a very well-known and award-winning cryptocurrency exchange, which has recently announced its successful registration with the Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre, a.k.a AUSTRAC, as a Digital Currency Exchange. This is in full compliance with the country’s Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing Act of 2006....
By Jordan Hristov 2/23/2026, 7:07:16 AM
BTC Flash Dump: Why Bitcoin Fell $4K in Hours and What Comes Next
BTC's price tumbled in hours to a 17-day low as analyst outlined the next key support levels.
By Jordan Lyanchev 2/23/2026, 7:05:35 AM
Ethereum’s Vitalik Buterin offers new blueprint for crypto security
Vitalik Buterin has offered a sweeping reframing of how the crypto industry should think about security, arguing that the concept is inseparable from user experience and fundamentally rooted in aligning systems with human intent. Vitalik Buterin reframes crypto security as…
By Ann Maria Shibu 2/23/2026, 7:05:14 AM
4 US Economic Events That Could Move Bitcoin In the Final Week of February
Bitcoin enters the final week of February on fragile footing, with macro forces (US economic events) once again dictating short-term direction. After last week’s mixed signals, including moderating PCE inflation, resilient jobless claims at 206,000, and cautious FOMC minutes, markets remain undecided on the pace of rate cuts ahead of the March...
By Lockridge Okoth 2/23/2026, 7:02:20 AM
Curve Founder: DAO Disputes Signal Strength, Not Weakness
Michael Egorov says contested votes show members are paying attention, citing high turnout after a US$6.3m grant dispute. The post Curve Founder: DAO Disputes Signal Strength, Not Weakness appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Rachel Lourdesamy 2/23/2026, 6:58:15 AM
Analyst Predicts Two Shiba Inu Price Targets by Late 2026
An on-chain analytics platform has issued a bullish outlook for Shiba Inu, projecting that the token could erase a zero by the end of this year. Shiba Inu has been trading in bearish territory for several months. Visit Website
By Lele Jima 2/23/2026, 6:55:00 AM
XRP Sees Biggest Realised Loss Spike Since 2022: Capitulation or Turning Point?
XRP has recorded nearly $1.93 billion in realised losses in a single week, its largest spike since 2022, signaling intense capitulation as holders sold at prices below their cost basis The post XRP Sees Biggest Realised Loss Spike Since 2022: Capitulation or Turning Point? appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Jos Oramas 2/23/2026, 6:52:20 AM
Bitcoin Utility Debate Heats Up as Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan Pushes Back
Key Highlights: Bloomberg analysts question the real-world purpose of Bitcoin (BTC). Matt Hougan, CIO of Bitwise, pushed back…
By Harsh Chauhan 2/23/2026, 6:48:04 AM
Bitdeer Dumps Entire Bitcoin Treasury, Sells Final 943 BTC After Fundraising Push
Bitdeer Technologies has liquidated its entire bitcoin treasury, reporting zero BTC holdings after selling 189.8 BTC mined during the week and offloading its remaining 943.1 BTC in reserves. The post Bitdeer Dumps Entire Bitcoin Treasury, Sells Final 943 BTC After Fundraising Push appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Jos Oramas 2/23/2026, 6:47:59 AM
Decred Price Prediction: DCR gears up for a breakout amid falling market
Decred (DCR) extends gains by 5% at press time on Monday for the fifth consecutive day, with bulls challenging a crucial resistance level. The low liquidity of DCR tokens in the market, driven by steady user staking and treasury buildup, fuels upside moves.
By N/A 2/23/2026, 6:45:00 AM
Gold, guns and crypto: Inside Arthur Hayes’ current portfolio
Crypto investor Arthur Hayes has outlined a diversified portfolio spanning commodities, defense stocks and digital assets, signaling a continued preference for hard assets alongside select cryptocurrencies. Arthur Hayes reveals portfolio packed with gold, oil, and Bitcoin In a post on…
By Ann Maria Shibu 2/23/2026, 6:44:26 AM
Ethereum’s 2026 “Hegota” Upgrade Aims to Hardwire Censorship Resistance with FOCIL
Ethereum developers have scheduled Fork-Choice Enforced Inclusion Lists (FOCIL) as the centerpiece of the network’s 2026 Hegota upgrade. The post Ethereum’s 2026 “Hegota” Upgrade Aims to Hardwire Censorship Resistance with FOCIL appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Jos Oramas 2/23/2026, 6:42:45 AM
4 Things That May Move Crypto Markets Further This Week
A busy week lies ahead on the United States economic calendar as markets digest the latest round of trade tariffs from President Trump.
By Martin Young 2/23/2026, 6:39:14 AM
Top 4 Reasons Why Bitcoin Price Is Down Today?
The post Top 4 Reasons Why Bitcoin Price Is Down Today? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The crypto market is crashing today as fear spreads quickly among investors. After, the global crypto market cap dropped to $2.23 trillion, falling more than 4% in just 24 hours.Bitcoin is leading the crash as the Fear and Greed Index has dropped to...
By Rizwan Ansari 2/23/2026, 6:35:58 AM
AI Trading Bot Accidentally Donates $250K in Memecoins to X User, Ignites Crypto Frenzy
An AI-powered crypto trading bot named “Lobstar Wilde,” created by OpenAI employee Nik Pash, accidentally transferred its entire $250,000 memecoin holdings to a random X user. The post AI Trading Bot Accidentally Donates $250K in Memecoins to X User, Ignites Crypto Frenzy appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Jos Oramas 2/23/2026, 6:33:12 AM
‘Investable universe’ of crypto is narrowing: NYDIG
NYDIG’s Greg Cipolaro says only a handful of crypto applications are attractive to investors and that the sector needs to reevaluate its “broad ‘web3’ ambition.”
By Jesse Coghlan 2/23/2026, 6:31:46 AM
Top 10 Cryptos to Invest in February 2026
Crypto assets are transforming the way we interact with money, opening doors to global markets, long-term wealth creation, and financial systems that go beyond conventional banking. For newcomers, the pace of innovation and the unfamiliar jargon can make the initial journey feel overwhelming. This guide provides a clear overview of the main types...
By N/A 2/23/2026, 6:31:14 AM
Analyst Predicts The Ethereum Price Bottom With A Marked Path To $15,000
Despite the Ethereum price looking to be leveling out below $2,000, the slowdown in the crash has done nothing to allay fears that more decline is coming. In fact, analysts believe that this stop is only temporary and that the second-largest cryptocurrency by market cap will make another major drop soon. This is due to past performance, where the...
By Scott Matherson 2/23/2026, 6:30:26 AM
Bitdeer cuts BTC holdings to zero as Bitcoin slides to $65K
Crypto mining firm Bitdeer Technologies Group has reduced its pure Bitcoin holdings to zero after selling its entire weekly production, as Bitcoin slid to around $65,000 amid renewed market pressure. In a weekly update posted on X, Bitdeer said its…
By Ann Maria Shibu 2/23/2026, 6:28:40 AM
XRP Struggles as On-Chain Stress Mounts: Is a Bottom Forming?
XRP (XRP) has fallen more than 30% over the past month, pressured by a broader market downturn that intensified amid escalating geopolitical tensions and renewed tariff concerns. At the same time, realized losses have spiked, and exchange inflows have increased sharply. These on-chain signals suggest growing market stress for the altcoin. However,...
By Kamina Bashir 2/23/2026, 6:25:19 AM
Buterin Wants to Redefine Ethereum's Security
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has called for a full-blown restructuring of blockchain security.
By Alex Dovbnya 2/23/2026, 6:24:24 AM
JPMorgan acknowledges closing Trump accounts in new court filing
Court documents indicate that JPMorgan de-banked Trump, with debanking one of the main reasons the Trump family turned to crypto.
By N/A 2/23/2026, 6:22:03 AM
Ripple CEO Reveals Primary Reason Ripple Has Spent $3B in Acquisitions Since 2023
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse has explained why the company has spent nearly $3 billion on acquisitions since 2023. According to him, Ripple wants to connect traditional finance with decentralized finance, using these deals to build better links between the financial system and the crypto industry. Visit Website
By Sam Wisdom Raphael 2/23/2026, 6:17:18 AM
AI bot's tipping blunder hands $450,000 memecoin pile to X sad story poster
AI trading bot "Lobstar Wilde" accidentally sent a large coin stash to an X user in need of 4 SOL for medical treatment.
By Omkar Godbole 2/23/2026, 6:15:37 AM
Trump Raises Global Tariff to 15% After Court Blocks Emergency Powers
US President Donald Trump has increased global tariffs to 15% following an earlier announcement of 10% tariffs — and crypto markets have taken a hit. The post Trump Raises Global Tariff to 15% After Court Blocks Emergency Powers appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Jody McDonald 2/23/2026, 6:15:28 AM
Vitalik Buterin proposes using AI to strengthen DAO governance
A researcher at the Near Foundation told Cointelegraph last year that he was working on AI-powered digital twins that vote on behalf of DAO members to address low voter participation.
By Stephen Katte 2/23/2026, 6:15:26 AM
$61 million bitcoin whale liquidated on HTX as sentiment back at 'extreme fear'
The position was the largest single forced closure in 24 hours as bitcoin shed weekend gains and the fear index returned to historic lows.
By Shaurya Malwa 2/23/2026, 6:15:20 AM
Trump Tariff Move Sparks Crypto Crash
The post Trump Tariff Move Sparks Crypto Crash appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Markets turned uneasy after Donald Trump signaled plans to push global tariffs toward 15%. Investors worry the policy shift could tighten financial conditions and slow global trade. The announcement added fresh uncertainty at a sensitive time for risk assets,...
By Sohrab Khawas 2/23/2026, 6:12:12 AM
Uniswap Founder Warns of Fake Ads as Victim Says Scam “Drained Everything”
A fake sponsored link imitating Uniswap led to a mid-six-figure wallet loss, as January scam totals reached US$370.3M (AU$522.12M). The post Uniswap Founder Warns of Fake Ads as Victim Says Scam “Drained Everything” appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Rachel Lourdesamy 2/23/2026, 6:11:01 AM
Al trading bot Lobster Wilde accidentally sends $250K memecoin holdings to user
An autonomous crypto trading bot known as Lobstar Wilde accidentally transferred its entire token holdings to a social media user after misreading a request for a small donation. The incident involved a bot created by Nik Pash, an employee at…
By Leon Okwatch 2/23/2026, 6:02:06 AM
Pro-XRP Lawyer Questions Meme Coin Meltdown as TRUMP and MELANIA Tokens Wipe Out $4.3B
The post Pro-XRP Lawyer Questions Meme Coin Meltdown as TRUMP and MELANIA Tokens Wipe Out $4.3B appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The fallout from the official TRUMP and MELANIA meme tokens has turned into one of the most brutal retail wipeouts in recent crypto memory. Together, the tokens have erased an estimated $4.3 billion in retail...
By Debashree Patra 2/23/2026, 6:00:46 AM
Here’s The Level To Keep An Eye On If The Ethereum Triangle Breakdown Plays Out
In the course of the last few months, the Ethereum price has seen a lot of decline, struggling alongside Bitcoin as investors rush to offload their coins. These sell-offs have come in anticipation of lower price levels, and with the price continuing to dip further, it seems the investors who sold earlier were right. Even […]
By Scott Matherson 2/23/2026, 6:00:28 AM
Binance says sanctions exposure has declined 97% since 2024
Binance doubled down on its compliance credentials in a blog post after a report published earlier this month accused it of sanction violations.
By Martin Young 2/23/2026, 5:57:09 AM
Celo (CELO) Price Prediction 2026, 2027-2030: Is Now the Best Time to Accumulate CELO?
The post Celo (CELO) Price Prediction 2026, 2027-2030: Is Now the Best Time to Accumulate CELO? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Story Highlights The Celo Price today is . CELO could target $0.48 in 2026 if buyback and burn plans boost token demand. Reclaiming $0.09 resistance is key for CELO to confirm a bullish breakout toward $0.12....
By Rizwan Ansari 2/23/2026, 5:47:33 AM