Luc Jose A.

In Munich, the applause did not dispel the unease. One year after the verbal attacks of 2025, the transatlantic relationship remains marked by distrust. Facing still wary European leaders, Marco Rubio tried to reaffirm the strength of the partnership between the United States and Europe. But behind the diplomatic formulas and historical references, one question remains: are words enough to compensate for political decisions that have permanently weakened trust?

Amid a correction of bitcoin and in a climate of increased volatility, Michael Saylor, the leader of Strategy, sends a new buying signal. This decision intrigues as much as it divides, while the asset evolves under pressure. Behind this announcement, it is the whole coherence and risks of an assumed accumulation strategy that are once again spotlighted.

Bitcoin is going through a moment of truth. As American inflation slows significantly, the main argument supporting its legitimacy, that of a hedge against monetary erosion, falters. The latest consumer price figures reshuffle the cards and force investors to reconsider their exposure to BTC. Between macroeconomic improvement, persistent volatility, and strategic questions, bitcoin's value proposition enters a phase of redefinition.

Vitalik Buterin calls for a change of course for prediction markets, which he sees trapped in a short-term speculative logic. According to him, these platforms could become much more than betting tools: real instruments for hedging economic risk. This position comes as these markets gain influence in the crypto ecosystem and beyond.

In Washington, the regulatory future of cryptos may be decided in the coming months. Amid market volatility, the CLARITY Act stands as a pivotal text for the American crypto industry. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent advocates for its rapid adoption, believing that legislative clarification could soothe investor sentiment. Behind this tight schedule lies a major political stake: securing the crypto framework before the 2026 electoral balances reshuffle the cards.

Within a few sessions, bitcoin has plunged back into a turbulence zone rarely seen since previous major crashes. On-chain data reveals $2.3 billion in realized losses over seven days, a shock that ranks this episode among the most violent in its recent history. This wave of capitulation follows a brutal correction of BTC, falling heavily after its peak above $126,000.

The crypto market sends contradictory signals. Indeed, investor sentiment has just reached a historic low, reflecting a strong distrust towards bitcoin. At the same time, some data from Binance indicate a slowdown in selling pressure. This discrepancy between market psychology and real flows raises a central question: are we witnessing a simple technical lull or the beginnings of a lasting rebalancing?

Crypto ETFs were supposed to mark the definitive entry of institutional investors into the ecosystem. A few months later, the reality is more mixed. While the market tries to identify a bottom, a clear gap is widening between bitcoin and Ethereum. The latest figures show that ETH ETF holders find themselves in a significantly more exposed position than their counterparts invested in Bitcoin ETFs. An imbalance that raises questions about the relative strength of the two assets during this correction phase.

The boundary between traditional and decentralized finance continues to erode. This time, it is BlackRock that is shifting the lines. The global asset management giant has connected its tokenized fund BUIDL, backed by US Treasury bonds, to the Uniswap infrastructure. An initiative that goes beyond simple technological experimentation, as it materializes the entry of a major institutional player onto the operational rails of DeFi.

While the crypto market wavers and investors hold their breath, every statement from a sector leader becomes a decisive signal. Michael Saylor, co-founder and executive chairman of Strategy, reappears at the center of the game at a critical moment. As rumors of bitcoin sales spread, he answers frankly. Between prolonged price drops, loss-making results, and stock market tension, his statement sounds like an act of faith, or a risky bet, to defend a strategy that has become emblematic.

While bitcoin evolves in a persistent volatility climate, ETFs backed by the leading crypto have just sent an unexpected signal to the market. After several weeks dominated by capital outflows, these investment products record a marked return of inflows. This movement, closely observed by institutional investors, comes at a pivotal moment where confidence remains fragile and every flow variation can reshape crypto market expectations.

While bitcoin and Ethereum make headlines with their ETFs, Ripple chooses the right moment to assert itself with XRP. From February 11 to 12, the company is hosting the XRP Community Day 2026, a global digital event dedicated to its native asset and innovations of the XRP Ledger. This initiative occurs within a context of growing institutional interest, driven by massive flows into XRP ETFs. For Ripple, it is more than a community meeting: it is a strategic demonstration on a global scale.

The fragile calm of the crypto market has shattered. In a few sessions, bitcoin fell sharply to nearly $60,000, reviving doubts about the strength of the bullish cycle. This 32% correction since the halving prompts questions: simple turbulence or market pivot point? A study by Kaiko Research puts forward a strong hypothesis: bitcoin may have reached the midpoint of the bear market.