The French subsidiary of the cryptocurrency exchange platform Binance confirmed on Thursday that one of its employees was the victim of a burglary at his home. Law enforcement arrested three suspects. This case is part of an unprecedented wave of attacks targeting the crypto sector in France.
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.
Bitcoin nears $66,500, and short positions reach unprecedented highs since 2024. Could this extreme pessimism, often a sign of a reversal, trigger a rapid rebound?
The session tastes more like a "breather" than a victory. Yes, Aster, Hyperliquid, and Hedera jumped, and yes, the total crypto market capitalization timidly goes back into the green. But this rebound looks more like a market catching its breath after bad macro news than a real regime change.
A massive expiration shakes the crypto markets this Friday. Nearly 3 billion dollars worth of Bitcoin and Ethereum options mature on Deribit at 8:00 UTC. Traders remain cautious after last week's liquidation shock.
Bitcoin has just erased its hard-earned gains after last week's crash. The world’s leading cryptocurrency falls back towards $65,000, a collateral victim of a panic that hits the tech sector hard. Even precious metals are not spared.
Bitcoin and the broader crypto market posted modest gains over the past 24 hours, even as fresh U.S. labor data complicated expectations for near-term rate cuts. January’s jobs report showed that hiring remained firm, but growth across several sectors appeared restrained. Markets had hoped for weaker data to strengthen the case for monetary easing. Instead, traders were left facing mixed signals.
The European Parliament has taken a decisive step in the development of the digital euro, endorsing a resolution that confirms its strategic importance for monetary sovereignty and the future of payments in Europe.
Did bitcoin really hit the bottom at $60,000? Michael Terpin, CEO of Transform Ventures, warns of a new drop to $40,000 before a sustainable recovery. Between historical cycles and market fragility, his analysis divides experts.
Bitcoin is going through a critical phase, but CryptoQuant encourages investors to stay calm. We tell you more in this article.
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.
Despite recent volatility and bitcoin falling below its production cost, the American investment bank maintains an optimistic outlook for crypto assets. Institutional flows are expected, according to it, to revive the market this year, provided the regulatory framework clears up. Will these expected flows be enough to reverse the trend?
Sam Bankman-Fried is seeking to reopen his criminal case tied to the collapse of FTX. The former crypto executive has requested a new trial, arguing that newly surfaced witness testimony could weaken key aspects of the prosecution’s case. Convicted on multiple fraud-related counts, Bankman-Fried now claims jurors did not see a complete and accurate picture of certain evidence. His filing frames the issue as one of fairness in the trial process rather than a disagreement with the verdict itself.
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.
Braden Karony, former SafeMoon CEO, was sentenced to eight years in prison for defrauding investors and misusing company funds.
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.
Bitcoin hit $60,000 last week amid widespread panic. According to research firm K33, this plunge is not just another correction but indeed the end of capitulation. So, is the worst really behind us?
Ethereum falls below a major psychological threshold. Blockchain indicators show unexpected accumulation. Analysis.
The XRP Ledger just showed a clear signal: on-chain activity dropped by about 80% compared to its recent peaks, based on payment indicators between accounts. And this decline is associated with a cooling of institutional participation, in a context where crypto ETFs no longer show the same traction.
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.
Bitcoin leaves its digital gold costume, shaken by AI and regulations, to transform into a risky asset. Grayscale sounds the alarm: the party is over for calm investors.
In just 24 hours, the Bitcoin market wiped out more than 250 million dollars of positions, catching thousands of traders off guard. Why this brutal purge? What signals should be watched to avoid getting trapped?
The European Union is about to take a major step in its economic war against Moscow. It plans to outright ban all crypto transactions involving Russian entities. A radical decision, but will it be enough to stop the machine?
For the first time since 2022, bitcoin is sending a bottom signal, a rare technical indicator that could mark a historic turning point. With critical price levels to watch and varied scenarios, investors wonder: is it time to buy?
Despite the current volatility, Bernstein remains confident: Bitcoin could reach $150,000 by 2026 thanks to institutional adoption and market resilience.
After three weeks of heavy selling, outflows on crypto products are clearly calming down, a signal often more telling than the price. They fall to $187M for the week, versus $3.43B in the previous two, which clearly changes the mood. At the same time, the price decline slows and Bitcoin briefly touched $60,000, a level that shifts from a panic reflex to a more rational reading.
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A sudden sale of 245,000 bitcoins by historic holders shakes the market, revealing an unexpected signal in an intense macroeconomic tension phase. These investors known for their solidity surprised even the most seasoned analysts. Is it a capitulation or a repositioning strategy? As monetary uncertainty persists and volatility settles in, on-chain indicators reveal a more nuanced reading.