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02/20/2026 03:00 PM

Stablecoin Crime Wave? $141B In Illicit Activity Reported This Year

In 2025, about $141 billion in stablecoins reportedly ended up in the hands of illicit actors. Much of this activity was funneled through a few networks that favored stablecoins for their predictable value and quick transfers. Related Reading: CLARITY Act On Track For April Passage, Senator Says Much of that movement is tied to a […]
02/20/2026 02:00 PM

Ripple CEO Predicts Big Wins For Clarity Act And XRP

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse used a Feb. 18 appearance on Fox to argue that US crypto policy is nearing a turning point, predicting the long-stalled CLARITY Act will pass by the end of April and framing regulatory certainty as a direct catalyst for broader industry growth, including for XRP, which he emphasized has already cleared […]
02/20/2026 01:00 PM

CME Group Announces Round-The-Clock Crypto Derivatives Trading Beginning May 29

CME Group, the world’s largest derivatives marketplace, announced Thursday that it will introduce nearly round‑the‑clock trading for its cryptocurrency derivatives, with the new schedule set to begin on May 29, pending regulatory approval. The exchange announced that its crypto futures and options will transition to continuous trading on the CME Globex platform, providing broader access […]
02/20/2026 12:00 PM

Change Of Heart? Hacker Returns $21M Stolen Bitcoin To South Korean Prosecutors

A hacker has returned 320 Bitcoin (BTC) stolen from South Korean prosecutors throughout a phishing scam last year. As authorities face backlash over repeated incidents, officers have pledged to continue the investigation to uncover the full details and strengthen their custody practices. Related Reading: Russia May Block Global Crypto Exchanges Ahead Of New Regulatory Framework […]
02/20/2026 11:00 AM

Bitcoin Activity Plummets: New & Active Addresses Both Down 40%+ Since 2021

Bitcoin on-chain data shows both the Daily Active Addresses and Network Growth indicators have seen sharp drops compared to five years ago. Wallet-Related Bitcoin Metrics Have Declined In Recent Years As highlighted by on-chain analytics firm Santiment in an X post, there is a staggering difference between the level of activity on the Bitcoin network […]
02/20/2026 10:00 AM

SEC Chair Discloses What’s Next For Crypto Regulation At ETH Denver

As momentum in Washington around the proposed CLARITY Act slows, US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Paul Atkins outlined how the agency intends to proceed with crypto regulation, despite congressional delays, at a public appearance this Wednesday at ETH Denver.  Speaking alongside Commissioner Hester Peirce, a longtime advocate for clearer crypto rules, Atkins signaled […]
02/20/2026 09:00 AM

Wall Street’s Bitcoin Exit Door: How Institutional Depth Allowed LTH To Distribute Record Supply

Bitcoin is struggling to push decisively above the $69,000 level as persistent selling pressure and rising market anxiety continue to weigh on sentiment. After several failed breakout attempts, price action reflects a cautious environment in which traders remain hesitant to commit fresh capital. Volatility has increased alongside deteriorating confidence, reinforcing the perception that the market […]
02/20/2026 08:00 AM

Bitcoin Tightens Grip On Crypto Market Amid 50% Altcoin Slump

Markets are tilting back toward the oldest cryptocurrency. Prices have found a busy band between $65,000 and $72,000. Trading in that range has become a focal point for big players and long holders. Some traders are piling in. Others are stepping aside. Related Reading: Bitcoin Boost: 95% Of Metaplanet’s Revenue Comes From Crypto Trading Volume […]

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