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Bitcoin mining firm Bitdeer has sold all of its corporate Bitcoin holdings, reducing its treasury balance to zero, according to the company’s latest operational update. In its latest weekly report, Bitdeer disclosed that its “pure holdings,” excluding customer deposits, have fallen to 0 Bitcoin ($BTC). The report shows the company produced 189.8 $BTC during the period and sold the full amount, alongside an additional 943.1 $BTC, which was liquidated from its existing treasury reserves. In its earlier update on Feb. 13, the miner still held 943.1 $BTC, selling 179.9 $BTC out of 183.4 $BTC mined that week, leaving its treasury…

Ethereum ($ETH) has reached a decisive “knife’s edge” moment in late February 2026. After a sharp 6% decline over the last 24 hours, the second-largest cryptocurrency is currently fighting to maintain its position above the critical $1,800 support level. This price point is widely regarded by technical analysts as the final line of defense before a potential slide into the $1,500 territory. As selling pressure from the Ethereum Foundation intensifies, the market’s focus has shifted entirely to whether the bulls can stage a defense at this psychological floor. Can Ethereum Price Hold the $1,800 Support? The short answer: It is…

Global crypto oversight efforts advanced as the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) approved new digital asset risk reports, reaffirmed Iran’s blacklist status, and heightened scrutiny of stablecoins and offshore providers, reinforcing pressure on jurisdictions to curb illicit finance. FATF Flags Illicit Crypto Flows, Presses Governments to Tighten Financial Safeguards Global crypto oversight efforts advanced as the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) announced the outcomes of its fifth Plenary under the Mexican presidency on Feb. 20. The global standard-setter for anti-money laundering, countering the financing of terrorism, and countering proliferation financing highlighted new digital asset reports, country evaluations, and additional measures…

In the global landscape of digital assets, energy is the ultimate currency. While most miners worldwide struggle with rising energy costs and hardware depreciation, Iran remains a global anomaly. As of early 2026, the cost to mine 1 $Bitcoin in Iran stands at a staggering $1,320, while the market price of $BTC holds steady around $68,000. This massive disparity has created a unique, high-stakes environment where geopolitical strategy and underground economics collide. Can you Make Money Mining Bitcoin in Iran? In short: Yes, but with significant risks. The 50x return on investment is driven by Iran’s heavily subsidized electricity, which…

Atlasbrary, a purpose-built blockchain for verifiable finance and artificial intelligence (AI), has announced its groundbreaking partnership with InfiblueNFT, a project that brings fresh dynamics to the non-fungible token ($NFT) space with immersive collectibles and utility-driven tokens. The core purpose of this partnership is to build a smarter and more connected ecosystem for significant growth. 🤝 #Atlasbrary × InfiblueNFTWe’re excited to partner with @InfiblueNFT to expand intelligent knowledge access and connect culture, data, and digital assets.🚀Together, we’re building a smarter, more connected ecosystem — where knowledge evolves and creates real value. pic.twitter.com/SMj9erxLxt — Atlasbrary (@atlasbrary_ai) February 14, 2026 Initially, this partnership…

Despite the Ethereum price looking to be leveling out below $2,000, the slowdown in the crash has done nothing to allay fears that more decline is coming. In fact, analysts believe that this stop is only temporary and that the second-largest cryptocurrency by market cap will make another major drop soon. This is due to past performance, where the Ethereum price has often staged a major reset before eventually making a possible bottom. The Scenario That Says Ethereum Price Is Headed For $600 Calls for Ethereum reaching $10,000-$15,000 were echoed loudly in the last year, when the market was still…

Analyst Phyrex Ni has assessed the US Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) recent move regarding stablecoins. The SEC’s Trading and Markets Division’s recent FAQ stated that “compliant stablecoins” can be valued with a 2% discount (haircut) in brokerage firms’ net capital calculations, drawing attention in the market. SEC member Hester Peirce also stated that stablecoins are moving away from being virtually unusable assets in regulatory capital calculations and are beginning to approach the status of low-risk cash-like instruments. According to Phyrex Ni, the key concept here is the “discount rate.” Regulators require brokerage firms to maintain a certain net capital…

Bitdeer, the cryptocurrency mining company that announced it sold all of its Bitcoin holdings over the weekend, has issued a statement. Bitdeer, the Bitcoin ($BTC) mining company founded by Jihan Wu, one of the founders of Bitmain, announced that it sold all of its $BTC holdings as of February 20th. While this situation has caused concerns in the market, Jihan Wu and Bitdeer stated in their announcements that investors and the industry should not be worried. Wu stated that the company’s zero Bitcoin balance is not permanent and that the decision to sell does not mean the $BTC balance will…

Key Takeaways Insider trading laws aim to prevent the misuse of privileged information rather than ensuring market fairness. Many on-chain analysts misinterpret market information, leading to flawed conclusions. Aave governance is seen as a potential success story for DAOs, highlighting its significance in DeFi. Aave Labs redirected significant fee revenue without community discussion, raising governance concerns. The Aave community reacted strongly to fee redirection, indicating a desire for more control over revenue sharing. Ownership of intangible assets like IP and brand requires a legal framework in DAOs. Governance uncertainty negatively impacts the value of significant crypto projects. The SEC’s lack…

Justin Bieber’s Bored Ape #3001, acquired for a staggering 500 $ETH in early 2022, has seen its value evaporate to approximately $12,000, reflecting a near-total wipeout of his initial $1.3 million investment. The pop star, who has amassed one of the most visible celebrity $NFT portfolios, acquired the digital collectible when enthusiasm for the sector reached its zenith. Analysts at the time noted Bieber paid well above prevailing rates, with comparable assets in the collection trading between $200,000 and $300,000. With the highest bid at 5.9 $ETH and the collection’s floor hovering near 6.15 $ETH, Ethereum trading around $2,000 means…