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The volatility of the crypto market is nothing unusual, but the recent bearish trends have caught the attention of analysts. Nearly a quarter of the 200 largest cryptocurrencies have hit their lowest level in a year, a phenomenon that, according to some experts, could signify an imminent market capitulation. This situation, characterized by cascading liquidations and panic movements, raises questions about the direction the market will take in the coming weeks.

Fort Knox, that golden sanctuary where America hides its reserves, is suddenly in the spotlight. Donald Trump promises to unveil its secrets. Prediction markets are buzzing: bets on an audit before May 2025 are skyrocketing to 70%. Amid skepticism and speculative fever, one question looms: what do the walls of this legendary bunker really hide?

The figure hits like a clap of thunder: 30% of Mastercard transactions are now tokenized. A silent revolution, almost sneaky, that redraws the boundaries of finance. Behind this percentage lies a strategic shift, a mockery of the skeptics. But this metamorphosis is just a prelude. The burning question is: what financial world emerges when a traditional giant embraces crypto to this extent?

The LIBRA token, briefly supported by Argentine President Javier Milei, has proven to be a financial disaster for the majority of its investors. According to a study conducted by a blockchain research firm, over 13,000 traders suffered losses exceeding a total of 251 million dollars.

Amid the bustling crypto market, Brazil marks a historic turning point by approving the world's first XRP spot ETF, while a local bank prepares to launch an innovative stablecoin on the XRP Ledger network.

Amidst a disheartening stagnation of Bitcoin and a rush towards gold, the markets are shaken by this dual phenomenon where each rise in gold seems to crush the weak hopes of BTC.

Bitcoin has been navigating a narrow corridor for weeks, between $93,300 and $98,500. A precarious, almost hypnotic balance, where each oscillation seems to hold its breath. Traders scrutinize the charts, indicators flash silently. But this stagnation is merely an illusion. Beneath the surface, the numbers whisper a different truth: consolidation could soon shatter. The burning question is: how long will this calm last before the storm?

On February 19, 2025, Microsoft unveiled a major breakthrough in the field of quantum computing with the launch of its first quantum processor, named Majorana 1. This new chip, based on "topological superconductors," would enable the construction of quantum computers capable of solving complex industrial problems in just a few years, rather than decades. The result of nearly 20 years of research, this innovation could revolutionize not only computing technology but also the crypto world.

A New York court has just ordered the permanent confiscation of the assets of Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF), the former CEO of FTX, with a total value nearing one billion dollars. This historic decision comes as the crypto exchange has just begun to repay its first creditors.

Cryptos have often been seen as a challenge for regulators, but rarely has a state struck as hard as this. Indeed, Nigeria, one of the most influential economies in Africa, has just filed a high-profile lawsuit against Binance, the largest crypto exchange platform in the world. The government is demanding $81.5 billion, a colossal amount that, according to Nigerian authorities, corresponds to unpaid taxes and major economic damages. This case marks a new escalation in the standoff between states and giants of the crypto sector. Amid allegations of tax fraud, employee detentions, and diplomatic pressures, Binance finds itself at the center of a dispute that far exceeds legal boundaries.

Access to cryptocurrencies remains a barrier for the general public, often deterred by the complexity of wallets and private keys. However, the mass adoption of Bitcoin depends on the ability of companies to make its use as seamless as a traditional Web2 service. In this dynamic, Google seems to want to play a key role by facilitating the integration of Bitcoin wallets through its own ecosystem. An initiative unveiled by Kyle Song, a Web3 specialist at the tech giant, which paves the way for broader BTC adoption. This announcement raises as many hopes as questions about the future of decentralization.

"We, central bankers, should study it and explore the technology on which it is built. Studying Bitcoin will not harm us – on the contrary, it will strengthen us," said Aleš Michl, governor of the Czech National Bank (CNB). These statements come three weeks after he presented, during a CNB board meeting on January 30, a proposal to create a "test wallet" in bitcoin. This initiative aims to analyze this highly volatile asset and experiment with its use in the central bank's reserves.

The dominance of the US dollar in international trade is being challenged more than ever. A powerful bloc, the BRICS, is actively seeking to free itself from this by developing an alternative currency. In response to this offensive, Donald Trump, true to his style, does not intend to remain a spectator. The American president is wielding the threat of massive economic sanctions to deter any attempt to undermine the hegemony of the greenback. But can this strategy truly reverse the trend, or is it likely to accelerate the ongoing dynamics?

As Bitcoin hovers around 96,000 dollars, Ki Young Ju, CEO of CryptoQuant, asserts that a major correction should not jeopardize the bull run in 2025. This analysis comes amid a context of growing institutional adoption, particularly by U.S. states.

Bitcoin sways under a threatening sky, and nearly 300 million dollars vanish in the storm. Traders, like tightrope walkers, are scrutinizing the bar at 96,000 dollars.

MicroStrategy navigates like an insatiable giant. As bitcoin hovers around $96,000, the firm led by Michael Saylor has just unveiled a new bold move: a $2 billion convertible bond issuance aimed at boosting its bitcoin treasury. A daring, almost provocative strategy that raises questions as much as it fascinates. How has a traditional company transformed into a crypto behemoth? And above all, how far will this quest go?

The Hyperliquid token (HYPE) experienced a decline of nearly 6% over the past 24 hours, despite the recent launch of HyperEVM, an update aimed at expanding the decentralized finance (DeFi) capabilities of the platform. This price drop occurs in a context where a positive market reaction was expected following this significant innovation.

The largest NFT marketplace in the world, OpenSea, has just announced the suspension of its new XP rewards system, introduced on January 28, following a wave of criticism from its community. This decision comes at a particular time when the platform is trying to reinvent itself with the recent launch of its SEA token.

In February 2025, RealT celebrates its sixth anniversary and continues its international expansion with a major new milestone: the launch of its first property in Colombia on February 20, 2025. Following its successful establishment in the United States and Panama, this new acquisition confirms the platform's development strategy in the Latin American markets.

According to the latest data from Santiment, Ethereum (ETH) shows encouraging signs of recovery, particularly due to a significant movement of holders who are massively withdrawing their ETH from exchanges.

According to recent data, Ethereum reserves on exchanges fell to 18.95 million on February 18, a level not seen since July 2016. This decrease suggests a shift in investor attitude, as they now prefer to withdraw their assets from exchanges to hold them long-term in private wallets or staking. This could allow Ethereum to not only reach $3,000 but also exceed $3,500 in the coming days.

Periods of calm in the Bitcoin market are often misleading. Indeed, when volatility collapses, it gives way to brutal amplitude movements, capable of surprising both seasoned investors and short-term speculators. Today, several technical indicators suggest a scenario similar to that of August 2023: a temporary drop in BTC before a major rebound that could take it up to $85,000. An analysis conducted by CryptoQuant reveals that the current market conditions resemble a past configuration where prolonged stagnation led to massive position liquidations before giving way to a strong bullish trend.

Artificial intelligence has never been closer to redefining the future of space exploration. As industry giants are engaged in a fierce battle to develop the most advanced language models, Elon Musk and xAI make a significant move with Grok-3, which outperforms its direct competitors and marks a major turning point in the race for AI. More than just a technological feat, this advancement paves the way for an even greater ambition: to send a Tesla Bot robot to Mars by 2026. A bold project that generates as much enthusiasm as it does questions.

The long-awaited refunds from FTX officially began on February 18, 2025, at 3:00 PM UTC, with already 800 million dollars distributed to 162,000 accounts. Many users confirm having received their funds through the Kraken platform.

The global economy wavers between uncertainties and successive crises, and some analysts predict an even darker future. Among them is Robert Kiyosaki, entrepreneur and author of the bestseller "Rich Dad Poor Dad," who issues multiple warnings. He claims that a major economic collapse looms on the horizon, driven by a housing market crash, rampant inflation, and mass unemployment. More than just a prediction, his message is a call to action: those who do not prepare risk seeing their wealth collapse. But for Kiyosaki, solutions do exist, and among them, one currency seems truly capable of withstanding the financial chaos: Bitcoin.

France votes on a budget, the French express distrust: 80% predict collapse, 61% no longer even hope for themselves.

The crypto market is going through a new period of turbulence, and Solana (SOL) is directly suffering the consequences. In 24 hours, the cryptocurrency has dropped by 6.2%, reaching $166.42, its lowest level since mid-December. This decline occurs in the context of controversies related to memecoins based on its blockchain, notably LIBRA.

OpenSea, the world leader in the NFT market, announced on February 13 the launch of its own token, called SEA. This major decision comes with a complete overhaul of the platform that has dominated the sector since 2017.