Brazil’s Mercado Bitcoin has issued more than $20 million in tokenized private credit on Bitcoin sidechain Rootstock and is targeting $100 million by April.
XRP is showing signs of a potential bullish turnaround after recently hitting a Golden Pocket. Analysts say this Golden Pocket could trigger a strong relief bounce in the XRP price, potentially propelling it toward $2.50. At the same time, they predict that a price drop to new lows remains possible if the market does not unfold as expected. In an X post on Monday, crypto market analyst CasiTrades announced that XRP has hit a Golden Pocket, bringing attention to an upcoming W4 relief bounce that could fuel a rally to $2.5. Sharing a detailed Elliot Wave chart, she noted that XRP experienced an expected flush into the Golden Pocket around the 0.618 Fibonacci level near $1.93. At the same time, the cryptocurrency aligned well with the 1.618 Extension for Wave 3, which CasiTrades describes as a textbook move. XRP Golden Pocket Signals Rally To $2.5 According to the analyst, this sets the stage for a full Wave 4 relief to begin. She pointed out that the first resistance to watch is the 0.382 Fibonacci Retracement level at $1.78, which also coincides with a previous support breakdown and could serve as a backtest of resistance. Related Reading: XRP To $11, And Then $70: The Next Impulse Wave To Watch Out For CasiTrades noted that XRP experienced a very shallow Wave 2, only retracing to the 0.382 Fibonacci level in the Elliott Wave chart structure. She explained that modest Wave 2 corrections often signal a deeper Wave 4 retracement, indicating the XRP price could experience a stronger pullback during the next corrective phase before potentially resuming its upward trend. Based on this pattern, the analyst stated that Wave 4 could push XRP higher, potentially reaching the $1.93 level from its current price of around $1.60. She added that the cryptocurrency could climb further to $2.03, which corresponds to the macro 0.5 retracement level. CasiTrades emphasized that XRP would need to reclaim the $2.03 level and hold it as support before a sustained upward move could begin. This highlights $2.03 as a key turning point that could trigger XRP’s next breakout phase above $2.50. The analyst further explained that holding $2.03 as support would eliminate the need for another corrective wave down toward $1.55 or lower. She added that maintaining this level could also prevent Wave 5 from failing. What Happens If Support Fails In her Elliott Wave analysis, CasiTrades admitted that “nothing is confirmed yet,” keeping her bullish outlook for XRP speculative. She noted that XRP’s recent drop to new lows created a Bullish Divergence, but the market could still revisit lows. Related Reading: XRP Price Could Surge Another 30% If This Trend Is Confirmed CasiTrades said that XRP’s bullish scenario will only be confirmed once it breaks through the key resistance level. The accompanying chart highlights the potential downside of support failing, projecting a roughly 8% decline from $1.60 to $1.47. Featured image from Getty Images, chart from Tradingview.com
The blockchain-based platform says it handles a third of global prediction-market volume, betting that onchain settlement and category diversification can sustain growth.
The XRP Ledger has taken a major step toward regulated blockchain adoption with the activation of a new feature called Permissioned Domains. The update went live on February 4, after receiving strong support from network validators, and is designed to help institutions use blockchain technology while staying compliant with regulations. What Are Permissioned Domains on …
The cryptocurrency is trading below key ETF cost levels and nearing its pre-election price floor as inflows to these vehicles fade and headwinds build, the bank said.
Following the regulatory clarity of XRP, institutions and banking giants rushed to get their hands on XRP. And what’s more stable than an ETF? In a recent investment disclosure, Bank of America has shown its exposure in XRP through investment in an XRP exchange-traded fund (ETF). This shows that the bank continued to deepen its …
What to Know: Regional Synergy: The Toobit and LALIGA partnership targets the MENA region’s high digital asset adoption and 8.7% annual sports growth. Massive Rewards: A $2 million initiative features the Super Match Carnival and Elite Championship with 150% cashback and mystery boxes. Fan Engagement: The roadmap includes VIP trips to Spain, signed LALIGA merchandise, and upcoming events with football legends. Market Leadership: MENA leads the world in stablecoin utility, accounting for over 52% of regional transaction activity. The intersection of elite global sports and the digital asset economy has reached a new milestone. In a high-profile press event held on February 4, 2026, the cryptocurrency exchange Toobit and LALIGA (the official Football League of Spain) outlined their strategic roadmap for the MENA region. This partnership, operating under the rallying cry ‘Play on a bigger stage,‘ aims to harmonize the adrenaline of elite football with the sophisticated security of modern trading platforms in the 2025/2026 football season. The implications for the MENA market are significant, as regional sports interest is projected to grow at 8.7% annually, nearly triple the global average of 3.3%. Furthermore, with stablecoins accounting for over 52% of regional transaction activity, the appetite for digital assets in the region is undeniable. By positioning itself as the Official Regional Partner of LALIGA in MENA, Toobit is tapping into a demographic that thrives on strategic vision and the ability to decide quickly. Recent data suggests that football fans are 78% more likely to engage with cryptocurrency than the general population. This synergy provides a robust foundation for Toobit to bridge the gap between cultural excitement and measurable results. As the partnership unfolds, the focus remains on connecting the passion of the fan with the ambition of the trader through localized education and secure market access. Toobit and LALIGA ‘Play on a Bigger Stage’ With $2M Fan Initiative To celebrate the regional alliance, Toobit has unveiled an expansive $2M rewards pool designed to reward community engagement and trading excellence. This initiative features the Super Match Carnival and the Elite Championship, offering a variety of incentives ranging from tiered bonuses to a staggering 150% cashback for active participants. The roadmap is not limited to digital rewards; it extends ‘beyond the pitch’ to provide fans with the tools needed to navigate the digital economy securely while engaging with their favorite clubs. The strategic vision shared by Toobit Co-Founder Kelly and LALIGA Managing Director Maite Ventura emphasizes a fan-centric approach. ‘People often ask what a crypto exchange and a world-class football league have in common. To us, the answer is in the values we share,’ said Kelly, Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer at Toobit. ‘Success comes when a deep understanding of the environment allows for confident movement, whether that is a player reading the pitch or a trader analyzing a market trend.’ The strategic vision shared by Toobit Co-Founder Kelly and LALIGA Managing Director Maite Ventura emphasizes a fan-centric approach. Key experiential rewards include: VIP Matchday Experiences: All-expenses-paid trips to Spain to witness LALIGA action live. Memorabilia Giveaways: Signed jerseys and limited-edition items from world-renowned clubs. Legend Activations: Upcoming events featuring LALIGA ambassadors at major regional milestones. By integrating these rewards, Toobit is creating a lasting, more organic, and interactive connection with the army of League fans. The partnership reflects a shared belief in the power of technology to enhance the fan experience, making the 2025/2026 season a transformative period for both the sports and crypto sectors in MENA. DISCOVER THE TOOBIT AND LALIGA REWARDS POOL Strategic Roadmap and Regional Growth Drive Toobit Expansion The collaboration comes at a time when the MENA region, known for being a world leader in stablecoin utility, is undergoing rapid evolution. This trend aligns perfectly with Toobit’s brand identity as an exchange built for those who thrive on exploring new frontiers. The 2025/2026 season roadmap focuses on localized initiatives, ensuring that fans are not just spectators but active participants in the digital economy. Success in both trading and professional sports requires a deep understanding of the environment, whether it’s a player reading the pitch or a trader analyzing market trends. Toobit’s commitment to providing a fair, secure, and transparent experience is mirrored in LALIGA’s drive for excellence. As Kelly noted during the event, ‘By partnering with LALIGA, we are inviting everyone to ‘Play on a bigger stage,’ where the passion of the fan meets the ambition of the trader.’ As the largest football ecosystem globally, LALIGA brings a network of 268M followers and a presence in 35 countries, providing Toobit with an unparalleled platform to showcase its cutting-edge technology and deep liquidity. JOIN THE TOOBIT COMMUNITY AND PLAY ON A BIGGER STAGE This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Cryptocurrency investments involve risk; please conduct your own research.
Limited historical trading activity and thin onchain supply suggest further consolidation or a retest of the lower range.
Nevada regulators accused Coinbase of offering alleged unlicensed sports betting through the exchange's prediction markets.
The company's software specializes in tracing cryptocurrency transactions across multiple blockchains, catering to increasing demand from law enforcement and financial firms amid rising crypto crime.
Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson has hinted at a rare and notable update tied to the network’s growing AI experimentation. In a recent post on X, Hoskinson revealed plans to upgrade “Logan the Exit Liquidity Lobster,” an open-source AI bot associated with the Cardano ecosystem. Unlike routine protocol updates, this announcement stood out for its direct …
UBS's exploration of crypto access for clients may accelerate digital finance adoption, influencing global banking strategies and competition.
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Solana price fell sharply in today’s session, sliding close to 7% and breaking below the $100 mark, a level that had acted as short-term psychological support. The move marks a clear technical breakdown, with price slipping out of its recent consolidation range as sellers maintained control throughout the session. The decline unfolded without a liquidation …
ARK added to its holdings in CRCL, BLSH, COIN, HOOD, BMNR and XYZ on Tuesday as bitcoin fell as low as $73,000.
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Bitcoin’s rebound masks weak technicals and onchain signals that point to continued downside risk, with miners and exchange flows reinforcing the bearish trend.
While price action has always been volatile and, arguably, exciting, the Bitcoin network itself is built to feel boring. Ten minutes per block, tick tock, rinse and repeat, a metronome you can set your watch to. Then every so often, it gets very human again. Early this morning, block production slowed enough that the average […]
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Convergence between bitcoin supply in profit and supply in loss has repeatedly coincided with major market lows.
The Canadian self-regulatory organization outlined custody limits, capital thresholds and reporting rules while long-term regulation remains in progress.
February 4, 2026 11:45:23 UTC Bitcoin Hits $72.9K Before Rebounding to $75K According to QCP analysis, Bitcoin ($BTC) dipped to a post-election low of $72.9K before bouncing back to test $75K. The move saw falling futures open interest and negative funding, signaling deleveraging. Options data shows high short-term volatility and steeper downside risk, hinting at …
Crypto.com’s standalone platform OG arrives as multiple states are taking enforcement actions against prediction market operators.
Standard Chartered has lowered its end-2026 price target for Solana to $250, down from $310, while leaving its longer-dated trajectory intact. The bank’s roadmap still points to $2,000 by 2030 as the bank argues the chain’s activity mix is rotating away from memecoin-led trading toward stablecoin-based micropayments. The revised forecast comes as the bank’s digital assets research team frames the current drawdown as a period when “performance differentiation” across crypto should become more visible, rather than a tape where everything trades as a single risk bucket. Why Standard Chartered Lowers The 2026 Solana Target, Boosts Long View Behind the 2026 haircut is a more skeptical view on how quickly Solana can convert its cost and throughput advantages into sustained, fee-generating economic activity beyond speculative bursts. In Standard Chartered’s telling, Solana is in the middle of a narrative transition that is strategically attractive but not instantaneous in market terms. Related Reading: Solana Returns To A Critical Demand Zone — Trend Reload Or Breakdown Risk? Geoffrey Kendrick, Standard Chartered’s head of global digital assets research, anchored the shift in decentralized exchange (DEX) flow composition. “When we initiated coverage of Solana in May 2025, we observed that activity on the network was largely concentrated in memecoin trading on DEXs.” “Composition of DEX flows has shifted from memecoin trading toward SOL–stablecoin pairs.” That rotation, Kendrick argued, accelerated over 2025 as capital moved away from meme-focused activity which he said peaked in mid-January around the launch of the Trump token and toward tokenized dollars. The implication is that Solana’s DEX activity is beginning to resemble a payments-adjacent rail more than a single-cycle casino, even if overall volumes have cooled. Standard Chartered also flagged Solana’s ultra-low transaction costs as a key enabler for “micropayment” use cases, including AI-driven payments, where even modest fee overhead can break unit economics. One of the more striking metrics in the report is stablecoin turnover: Kendrick said stablecoin velocity on Solana is already two to three times higher than on Ethereum, suggesting Solana may be carving out a distinct role for high-frequency, low-value transfers. Related Reading: Solana Could Reach $1,600+ Within Five Years, Bitwise CIO Says The bank tied that possibility to “internet-native” payment protocols such as Coinbase-backed x402, while cautioning that the repositioning will take time to translate into market leadership. That slower timeline is part of why Standard Chartered expects Solana to lag Ethereum in the 2026–2027 window, even as the bank becomes more constructive on Solana’s longer-run upside if micropayment demand compounds. Despite trimming the 2026 target, Standard Chartered’s longer-term schedule remains aggressive: $400 in 2027, $700 in 2028, $1,200 in 2029, and $2,000 by end-2030, according to reporting by The Block. The bank’s framework implies that Solana’s “micropayments” phase is expected to matter more as the cycle matures, with Kendrick also projecting Solana to outperform Bitcoin over 2027–2030. At press time, SOL traded at $96.93. Featured image created with DALL.E, chart from TradingView.com
Bitcoin and ether are posting gains after a sharp market-wide decline, with derivatives traders continuing to reduce risk exposure.
Base’s Jesse Pollak says L2s can’t be “Ethereum but cheaper” as builders respond to Vitalik Buterin’s call for specialization.
Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino scaled back the company's $20 billion funding plan, calling the target a "misconception," while maintaining a $500 billion valuation.
The digital asset landscape is undergoing a massive shift from speculative trading to structural maturity, a move underscored by the latest financial results from Payward Inc. (the parent company of Kraken). On February 3, 2026, Payward reported a staggering $2.2B in adjusted revenue for 2025, marking a 33% year-over-year increase. More importantly, the data reveals a sea change in how capital is moving: while trading volume surged 34% to hit $2T, more than half of the company’s revenue (53%) now comes from non-trading services like custody, payments, and financing. This revenue surge highlights a critical bottleneck in the current market. As institutional giants and retail traders alike pile into the ‘Big Three’, Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana, they are finding their capital trapped in isolated silos. Payward’s growth was largely fueled by its role as a ‘unified infrastructure layer’ for its subsidiaries, yet the decentralized world remains fractured. Moving assets between Bitcoin’s security, Ethereum’s DeFi depth, and Solana’s execution speed still relies on clunky, high-risk bridges that create friction for the 5.7M funded accounts now active on platforms like Kraken. The market message is clear; the next step needs to be about providing a layer that can unify this fragmented liquidity. For the DeFi ecosystem to scale alongside traditional finance, it requires a decentralized equivalent to the unified systems used by major exchanges. It needs a unified solution that brings liquidity to one place – enter LiquidChain ($LIQUID). Beyond Bridges: The LiquidChain ($LIQUID) Interoperability Revolution LiquidChain ($LIQUID) isn’t just another blockchain; it’s a specialized execution environment designed to collapse the distance between fragmented networks. While traditional Layer 2s focus on scaling a single chain, LiquidChain operates as a Layer 3 ‘Super-Hub’ that pulls Bitcoin’s massive store of value and Solana’s ultra-fast transaction speeds directly into Ethereum’s vibrant DeFi ecosystem. By implementing a Parallel Execution Engine, LiquidChain allows users to trigger trades that settle across multiple chains simultaneously. This removes the ‘wait time’ usually associated with cross-chain movement. Developers can now build applications that tap into the liquidity of all three major networks at once, without forcing users to manage multiple wallets or navigate complex gas fee structures for three different chains. With over $524K raise so far in its presale, the market is quickly realizing that $LIQUID is building the “highway system” that makes the rest of the crypto economy functional. At the current entry price of $0.0135, early adopters are positioning themselves at the core of this new architectural standard. BE PART OF UNIFYING LIQUIDITY -GET YOUR $LIQUID NOW 2026 Roadmap: Scaling Global Liquidity and Staking Incentives The $LIQUID vision for 2026 is centered on radical accessibility. To ensure the network has the deep pools necessary for institutional-grade trades, LiquidChain has introduced a dynamic staking protocol. Early supporters can access impressive staking rewards currently at 1965%, a rate specifically calculated to attract the ‘Liquidity Providers’ needed to fuel the Layer 3 engine. $LIQUID’s tokenomics are built for long-term dominance rather than short-term hype: Infrastructure Fund (35%): Reserved for maintaining the cross-chain proof validators. Global Outreach & Labs (32.5%): Focused on onboarding the next generation of cross-chain dApps. Security & Audits: Continuous rigorous testing to ensure the ‘bridge-less’ architecture remains the safest way to move value. As Payward’s record revenues prove that the crypto audience is growing at an exponential rate, the demand for a unified execution layer becomes undeniable. LiquidChain is moving toward its Token Generation Event (TGE) with a clear mandate: stop the fragmentation and start the unification. SECURE YOUR PLACE IN THE $LIQUID PRESALE This article is not intended as financial advice and should not be treated as such. Crypto is a volatile investment. Always do your own research before committing any capital.
BitMine chairman Tom Lee said unrealized losses on the firm’s Ethereum treasury holdings are "a feature, not a bug."
Binance founder Changpeng Zhao, widely known as CZ, has strongly denied claims that Binance manipulated Bitcoin prices during the October 10 market crash, which led to $20 billion in market liquidation. He said the fall was caused by global tariff announcements, not by Binance systems or trading activity. CZ Denies Binance Role in October Crash …
Base is rolling out month-long infrastructure upgrades aimed at preventing future transaction delays and improving overall network reliability.
Wintermute's Head of OTC Trading and Kaiko's Senior Research Analyst discuss bear market dynamics, Hyperliquid, and prediction markets.