While bitcoin showed its worst performance since 2022, a massive capital movement was preparing in the shadows. Stablecoin volumes reached 10 trillion dollars in January, nearly a third of the annual activity of 2024 concentrated in just 30 days.
While bitcoin showed its worst performance since 2022, a massive capital movement was preparing in the shadows. Stablecoin volumes reached 10 trillion dollars in January, nearly a third of the annual activity of 2024 concentrated in just 30 days.
When Vitalik scolds his L2 children, Arbitrum, Optimism and Base reply: "Papa Ethereum is aging, but we remain indispensable!" A technical... and existential dispute.
Tether claims a valuation of 500 billion dollars, but investors remain skeptical. Between reduced fundraising, announced profits, and regulatory challenges, the company divides opinion. Dive behind the scenes of a stablecoin that defies the market and questions the future of crypto.
Nevada regulators have stepped up action against crypto-linked prediction markets. A new lawsuit targets Coinbase over alleged unlicensed sports wagering. The move comes as prediction platforms expand quickly across the United States. State officials argue that existing gambling rules still apply, even when products are offered through crypto or derivatives markets.
Markets may be mispricing how sharply U.S. interest rates could fall if Kevin Warsh becomes the next chair of the Federal Reserve. A new forecast points to rapid and sizable rate cuts—an outcome that could weaken the dollar and reignite risk assets, including Bitcoin.
In 2026, family offices massively bet on AI, leaving crypto behind. With 89% of them having no exposure to digital assets, the gap widens. Why such an imbalance? What are the risks and opportunities for investors?
Vitalik Buterin turns a page in Ethereum's history. In a published post, the protocol's cofounder calls into question the strategic vision of Layer 2, long considered the key to the network's scalability. For him, the rollup-centric model no longer delivers on its promises. As Ethereum continues its transformation, Buterin calls for a profound rethinking of the role of second-layer solutions. This stance could well redefine the future of the ecosystem.
Billions unlocked in emergency: Congress attempts to revive the American economy. Discover the details in this article.
It fell back below $74,000 on February 2, Bitcoin suddenly erases gains recorded since Trump’s 2024 election. This sharp decline occurs in a climate of widespread distrust towards risky assets, as selling pressure intensifies. After a peak close to $126,000 reached at the end of 2025, the market now questions the strength of the bullish cycle and leaves doubt over the continuation of the movement.
When Elon Musk's AI imagines itself as a scandal artist, French justice arrives. Grok draws too well... and especially where it shouldn't.
Bitcoin exchange-traded funds finally stopped the bleeding on Monday with $562 million in fresh inflows, after four consecutive days of massive outflows. But will this breath of fresh air be enough to reverse the trend in a crypto market still under pressure?
Solana (SOL) flirts again with the critical threshold of 100 dollars, its lowest in 10 months. For some analysts, this level marks a possible floor, signaling a rebound of +150%. For others, it is just a stage in a still fragile trend. Between hopes for a recovery and technical doubts, the market hesitates. Are the current signals really enough to reverse the momentum?
Real World Assets (RWA) come strong in 2026 and four projects alone capture 70% of the market activity! These are Hedera, Chainlink, Avalanche, and Stellar. Why such domination and what opportunities do they offer investors?
BitRiver founder Igor Runets is under house arrest as the company struggles with debt and operational challenges.
Tether launches an open-source system for bitcoin mining, marking a major breakthrough in the global crypto infrastructure.
SpaceX has acquired xAI, bringing together two of Elon Musk’s most ambitious private companies. The deal links rocket launch services with artificial intelligence development at a time when computing demands are rising rapidly. Musk framed the move as a response to the limits of Earth-based infrastructure. Questions now follow about cost, strategy, and the long-term value for both businesses.
Balaji Srinivasan claims that Western governments will eventually launch massive asset seizure campaigns. This will happen as a sovereign debt crisis approaches. He foresees a time when the State will seek new means since the bill is increasing and the option "carry on as before" is closing. This alert, published via X according to multiple press reprises, quickly circulated in the crypto ecosystem.
Assaults, kidnappings, mutilations… Crypto theft turns physical in Europe. Discover the key figures in this article.
While volatility establishes itself as a new norm, the recent drop in bitcoin goes beyond a simple technical correction. It reflects a brutal disengagement of institutional capital and a questioning of crypto market dynamics. Between ETF panic and rarely observed undervaluation signals, the crypto leader finds itself at a critical crossroads.
White House: Donald Trump pushes for a deal on stablecoins. Coinbase and banks are tearing each other apart over rewards.
While the market digests a wave of massive liquidations, bitcoin and Ethereum register an unexpected rebound. In a still tense climate, this recovery intrigues as much as it divides. The contrast between extreme volatility and price increase reignites debates about the market's real solidity. After a week marked by instability, signals are blurred and positions are opposed.
Trump finally places his pawn at the Fed: Kevin Warsh. Monetary hawk, he promises discipline and rigor… While Wall Street and crypto collectively hold their breath.
In crypto, there are two ways to get noticed: announce a cautious strategy (nobody listens) or buy when it stings. This week, BitMine Immersion Technologies chose the second option: a big block of ether is added to the vault, while the "on paper" losses grow.
While bitcoin briefly fell below $75,000, Michael Saylor did not hesitate to strengthen his positions. The Executive Chairman of Strategy invested $75.3 million to acquire an additional 855 BTC. A strategic choice, made official via the SEC, that fits into an uninterrupted accumulation policy since 2020. In a tense market, this move confirms the long-term vision of a key player on the crypto scene.
Five New York prosecutors denounce a major legal gap in the US regulation of stablecoins. According to them, the GENIUS law protects issuers more than fraud victims. Tether and Circle find themselves at the center of explosive accusations.
Panic among crypto traders: capital is evaporating, the Fed is frowning, and even bitcoin is coughing. A chill wind is blowing across the blockchain world.
A new Wall Street Journal investigation raises questions about a $500 million crypto deal involving Donald Trump and a senior member of the United Arab Emirates royal family. According to the report, entities linked to Trump sold nearly half of the Trump family’s crypto venture just days before his second inauguration, a transaction that was not publicly disclosed at the time. Lawmakers and ethics experts are now examining whether the deal created conflicts of interest connected to later U.S. policy decisions.
Bitcoin sharply dropped this weekend, and the clearest signal does not come from the spot market. It comes from derivatives. The drop of over 10% between a peak at $84,177 and a low at $75,947 opened a rare gap on CME futures contracts, with a price difference exceeding 8% at reopening. It's the fourth largest gap since the launch of Bitcoin futures in 2017.
Bitcoin extends its losing streak to four months as the market struggles, but analysts remain cautiously hopeful for a rebound in February.
Venture capital and institutional investors are moving back into digital asset companies at the start of 2026, even as crypto markets remain under strain. Industry data shows around $1.4 billion committed through venture rounds, ecosystem funds, and public listings. Activity spans on-chain finance, market infrastructure, and consumer-facing platforms, pointing to renewed confidence in select areas of the sector.