CryptoQuant CEO Ki Young Ju has issued a stark warning that the current Bitcoin market is firmly in a bear cycle, suggesting that a meaningful recovery could take several months and may require further downside before a sustainable rebound begins. His outlook is based on on-chain data and capital flow trends that indicate persistent weakness across the crypto market. According to Ju, massive capital inflows have failed to translate into higher overall crypto market capitalization. Despite hundreds of billions of dollars entering the market, total market value has stagnated or even declined....

Robinhood Markets is reportedly preparing a major $1 billion initial public offering (IPO) tied to a closed-end fund designed to give everyday investors access to private markets. According to Bloomberg, the trading platform plans to launch the fund to provide U.S. retail investors exposure to private companiesan opportunity traditionally reserved for institutional players and high-net-worth individuals. Investors using the Robinhood platform will be able to place IPO orders starting February 17, with trading expected to begin on February 26. The closed-end fund will invest in at least 10...

U.S. spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) continue to manage billions in assets even after bitcoins sharp price correction, but analysts caution that this resilience may not be the bullish signal many investors assume. While bitcoin (BTC) surged past $126,000 in early October before plunging to nearly $60,000, total net outflows from the 11 U.S.-listed spot Bitcoin ETFs have reached just $8.5 billion. Despite the steep drop in BTC price, these funds still hold approximately $85 billion in assets under management (AUM), representing more than 6% of bitcoins total circulating supply. At...

The upcoming release of the January FOMC minutes on February 18, 2026, is expected to trigger heightened volatility across the crypto market. Investors are closely watching the Federal Reserves policy signals, as any shift toward a hawkish or dovish stance could significantly impact Bitcoin price movements and broader digital asset sentiment. Market reaction will largely depend on how the minutes reshape expectations for future interest rate cuts. Analysts note that the crypto market typically responds not just to the Feds wording but to how traders adjust their rate projections. If...

Bitcoin price has continued to fluctuate, slipping 0.78% over the past 24 hours, while gold trades at $4,865 after a 2.58% decline. Despite ongoing debate about Bitcoin as a hedge against inflation, leading on-chain analyst Willy Woo believes the cryptocurrency could take 15 to 20 years to truly challenge golds dominance as a long-term store of value. According to Woo, Bitcoin remains largely a risk asset, meaning it is still heavily influenced by broader market volatility. In contrast, gold has maintained its reputation as a safe haven asset for centuries, especially during periods of...

BlackRock has updated its SEC filing for the proposed iShares Staked Ethereum Trust ETF, offering new details about how the fund plans to generate and manage staking income. The exchange-traded fund, expected to trade on the Nasdaq under the ticker ETHB, will incorporate Ethereum staking as a central strategy, setting it apart from BlackRocks existing spot Ethereum ETF, ETHA. According to the amended registration statement, the ETF will stake between 70% and 90% of its Ethereum holdings to earn staking rewards. A portion of ETH will remain liquid to support redemptions, operational expenses,...

Pi Network price has shown surprising resilience this year, outperforming major cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and XRP despite remaining in a broader bear market. While Pi Coin is still hovering near its all-time low, it has declined by just 12% year-to-date. In comparison, Bitcoin price has fallen by 23%, Ethereum by 33%, and XRP by 21%, highlighting Pi Networks relative strength in the current crypto market downturn. The improved performance comes ahead of the first anniversary of Pi Networks mainnet launch on February 20. Investor sentiment has been supported by ongoing network...

Gemini stock plunged more than 13% Tuesday after Gemini Space Station Inc. revealed the departure of three top executives, intensifying pressure on shares already hovering near record lows. The company confirmed that Chief Operating Officer Marshall Beard, Chief Financial Officer Dan Chen, and Chief Legal Officer Tyler Meade stepped down effective February 17. Beard also resigned from the board, though Gemini stated the exits were not related to disagreements over company operations or policies. The leadership shakeup follows a major restructuring announcement in which Gemini said it would...

Arizonas proposed crypto reserve is gaining momentum after Senate Bill 1649 (SB1649) cleared the Senate Finance Committee on February 16 in a 4-2 vote. Introduced by Senator Mark Finchem, the legislation now heads to the Senate Rules Committee and could position Arizona at the forefront of state-level digital asset adoption. SB1649 seeks to establish a Digital Assets Strategic Reserve Fund overseen by the Arizona State Treasurer. The fund would consist of digital assets seized, confiscated, or voluntarily surrendered to the state, along with legislative appropriations. Unlike proposals...

Two of Abu Dhabis largest investment firms expanded their exposure to Bitcoin in the fourth quarter of 2025, increasing their holdings in BlackRocks iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) even as the cryptocurrency market declined. Regulatory 13F filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission reveal that both Mubadala Investment Company and Al Warda Investments added to their positions during a period when Bitcoin (BTC) fell roughly 23%. Mubadala Investment Company, the Abu Dhabi government-backed sovereign wealth fund, purchased nearly four million additional shares of BlackRocks spot...