Category: crypto

Nexo users borrowed almost 1 billion dollars in a year, with over 30% returning during a market pullback. This suggests managed deleveraging as Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana retreat. The data from CryptoQuant shows stability in the crypto lending platform, indicating confidence in the market despite the pullback.

Strategy plans to reduce debt by converting $6 billion in convertible bonds to equity over 3-6 years. Despite the potential benefits, this move could dilute existing shareholders. The company also aims to rely more on perpetual preferred shares for future Bitcoin purchases. Strategy’s shares have struggled due to Bitcoin’s volatility, currently down 9.7% on their…

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer plans to extend online safety rules to cover AI chatbots used by children due to concerns about inappropriate content, emotional dependency, and unregulated advice. He emphasized the need for regulations to keep up with rapidly advancing AI tools and protect minors from new risks posed by technology.

The Binance app is no longer available on the Google Play Store in the Philippines, as reported by local media. Users are redirected to other exchange listings. There is speculation on Reddit about the reason for its disappearance, with regulatory crackdowns by Philippine authorities being a possible cause. Binance has not issued a public statement…

Russia’s cryptocurrency market is seeing a surge in trading activity, with daily volumes reaching $640 million. Lawmakers are working on new regulations to bring the market under formal oversight, with proposed rules including mandatory exchange licensing by 2027, retail investment caps, and penalties for unlicensed operators. The ban on crypto payments will remain in place.

Tokenized U.S. Treasuries remain dominant in the RWA market by market cap, but tokenized equities are growing rapidly, indicating a broader shift towards on-chain capital markets in 2026. This transition year is moving towards a full on-chain market stack beyond yield-focused instruments towards a more comprehensive financial infrastructure.

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong reports that retail users continued to buy Bitcoin and Ethereum during price dips, with most client balances in February equal to or above December levels. This contrasts with softer institutional flows and may impact market structure in the near term. Retail demand remains strong despite recent market volatility.

Financial markets are anticipating key economic data releases this week that could impact cryptocurrency and stock prices after mixed signals from last week’s inflation data. January’s CPI was slightly below expectations, boosting markets initially before gains faded. The focus now shifts to retail sales, durable goods, PCE, and Fed minutes.

Crypto funds experienced a fourth consecutive week of outflows totaling $173 million, bringing the four-week total to $3.74 billion. The US saw the largest outflows, while Europe and Canada had combined inflows. Bitcoin and Ethereum experienced selling pressure, while altcoins like XRP and Solana attracted capital. Trading activity decreased, with ETP volumes falling sharply.

Bitcoin’s vulnerability to quantum computing and leveraged short positions is attracting institutional attention. Market data shows that a 10% price rally could trigger a cascade of liquidations. Short-term selling pressure is easing, with ETF flows turning positive, indicating a potential rebound. Institutional exposure through ETFs and custodial products is increasing.