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02/12/2026 10:40 PM Bitcoin Faces Historic Capitulation Event with $3.2 Billion in Losses
TLDR Bitcoin experienced one of its largest capitulation events in history with $3.2 billion in realized losses on February 5, 2026. The massive sell-off led to significant losses for Bitcoin and Ethereum investors, marking one of the worst days in crypto history. Ethereum mirrored Bitcoin’s downturn, suffering a sharp price drop as the broader market [...]
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02/12/2026 10:33 PM Coinbase Outage Affects Users, Halting Crypto Trades and Transfers
TLDR Coinbase users are currently unable to buy, sell, or transfer cryptocurrencies due to a significant service disruption. The outage has impacted essential trading and transaction functions, leaving many users unable to manage their crypto holdings. Coinbase confirmed that internal teams are investigating the issue and working to restore full service as quickly as possible. [...]
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02/12/2026 10:26 PM Crypto PAC Fairshake Targets Al Green in Texas Primary Campaign
TLDR Crypto PAC Fairshake has launched a $1.5 million ad campaign against Texas Democrat Al Green in the primary race. Fairshake is targeting Green due to his opposition to cryptocurrency policies and his critical stance on digital assets. The PAC aims to replace Green with Christian Menefee, who has a favorable position on blockchain technology. [...]
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02/12/2026 10:17 PM SEC Under Fire: Paul Atkins Faces Questions on Crypto Regulation Pause
TLDR SEC Chair Paul Atkins is under scrutiny for pausing the case against Justin Sun. Democratic lawmakers question whether political ties influence the SEC’s enforcement decisions. The SEC’s overall legal actions dropped by 30% in 2025, with a 60% decline in crypto-related cases. Paul Atkins defends the SEC’s approach, emphasizing a balanced enforcement strategy. Lawmakers [...]
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02/12/2026 10:07 PM 21Shares Partners with BitGo for Enhanced Crypto Custody and Staking
TLDR 21Shares has expanded its partnership with BitGo to include custody and staking services for its crypto ETPs. BitGo will offer regulated custody, trading, execution services, and integrated staking infrastructure for 21Shares’ products. The partnership will support 21Shares’ US exchange-traded funds and global crypto ETPs across both the US and Europe. BitGo’s services will be [...]
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02/12/2026 09:58 PM Sharplink Executives Promote Ether as Productive Asset Amid Price Drops
TLDR Sharplink executives Joe Lubin and Joseph Chalom emphasize the importance of ether as a productive financial asset. Despite market volatility, Sharplink continues to treat ether as a long-term investment to generate consistent returns. Sharplink’s strategy contrasts with traditional ETFs by focusing on permanent capital and staking ether for yield. Chalom highlights Ethereum’s growing role [...]
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02/12/2026 09:47 PM Apple Stock Tumbles as Censorship Claims, AI Spending Fuel Investor Concerns
TLDR Apple stock dropped more than 5% following political controversy and regulatory scrutiny. The Federal Trade Commission raised concerns about political bias on Apple News. Several institutional investors reduced their exposure to Apple stock amid growing risks. Apple’s increasing investments in artificial intelligence are raising concerns about rising costs. Despite strong quarterly earnings, investor confidence [...]
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02/12/2026 09:36 PM Vitalik Buterin Advocates for Decentralized Reform in Russia’s Governance
TLDR Vitalik Buterin condemned Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, calling it criminal aggression and not a situation of equal fault. He argued that lasting peace in Ukraine and Europe can only be achieved through internal change within Russia. Buterin proposed that decentralized governance could be the key to reforming Russia’s political system. He highlighted tools like [...]
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02/12/2026 09:27 PM ETHZilla Launches Tokenized Jet Engine Leases Amid Ethereum Decline
TLDR ETHZilla has launched a tokenized investment opportunity in leased jet engines through its subsidiary ETHZilla Aerospace. The company acquired two CFM56 commercial jet engines worth $12.2 million and is offering equity in these assets via the Eurus Aero Token I. The tokens, available to accredited investors, are priced at $100 each, with a minimum [...]
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02/12/2026 08:40 PM Russia Plans Return to US Dollar Settlement as Strategic Cooperation Talks Emerge
TLDR: Russia and US combined oil production could reach 22.6 million barrels daily, reshaping global markets Moscow controls 44% of enriched uranium and 43% of palladium, critical for US industrial supply chains Russia-China trade hit $245B in 2024, spurring Moscow to diversify away from yuan-heavy dependence Russian reserves climbed to record $833B with over $400B [...]
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