Category: crypto

CoinShares research notes that quantum computing poses a distant but manageable security risk to Bitcoin, not an imminent threat. Only a small portion of Bitcoin is theoretically vulnerable to quantum attacks. Bitcoin can adopt quantum-resistant upgrades over time to adapt to potential threats, providing ample room for the network to evolve.

BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes challenged Multicoin Capital co-founder Kyle Samani to a $100,000 bet over the performance of Hyperliquid’s HYPE token. The proposal followed criticism from Samani over Hyperliquid’s structure. Hayes defended the project and proposed the bet, highlighting a growing debate in the crypto community.

Kris Marszalek, founder of Crypto.com, purchased the AI.com domain for $70 million in cryptocurrency. The site now offers personal AI agents with virtual computers for tasks like messaging, work management, and stock trading. The purchase marks the most expensive domain deal in history and positions AI.com as a leading consumer AI platform.

The February 5 crypto selloff was caused by multi-asset portfolio deleveraging, not specific crypto factors. The crash saw Bitcoin fall 13.2%, with IBIT recording high trading volume and ETF inflows. The selling pressure was driven by CME basis trades unwinding and structured products with barrier features, worsening the downside.

Tether has a diverse portfolio of 140 investments, including agriculture and a stake in Juventus. The stablecoin issuer plans to hire 150 new staff, focusing on building a global “freedom tech stack.” Political ties and valuation raise transparency concerns. Tether generates significant profits from USDT assets.

Social media mentions of a crypto “crash” spiked when Bitcoin fell to $60,000 on February 5, leading to an immediate price rebound according to Santiment data. The rebound of 13% to $67,000 was attributed to panic selling marking a local bottom, with BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes linking the selloff to IBIT structured product hedging.

Bitcoin ETFs saw a net inflow of $330.7 million on February 6, breaking a three-day streak of outflows totaling $1.25 billion. BlackRock’s IBIT led with $231.6 million in inflows as Bitcoin’s price surged. Ethereum ETFs, however, experienced $21.4 million in outflows, led by BlackRock’s ETHA. Total net assets for both Bitcoin and Ethereum products fluctuated…

Crypto VC funding reached $251.9 million across 12 projects during the week of February 1-7, 2026. Anchorage Digital led with a $100 million strategic round, followed by TRM Labs with $70 million. Other projects like Jupiter, Bluff, and Opinion also secured significant funding rounds. Funding for smaller projects ranged from $1.70 million to $4.60 million.

Infinite Possibilities is launching iPDex, a DEX aggregator, and an IP Membership NFT program for early access to ecosystem features. iPDex focuses on on-chain activity, not inflationary incentives, across multiple blockchains. The IP Membership program offers early access to platform features based on participation levels. The project aims to reduce reliance on user-supplied liquidity.

Bitcoin and Litecoin led a market recovery on Friday, with Bitcoin bouncing nearly 8% to reach $70,000. This surge supported altcoins like Litecoin and Shiba Inu, with traders rotating into these assets as Bitcoin stabilized. The positive sentiment is driving interest in altcoins, but caution remains due to potential volatility.