Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino just unveiled some of the artificial intelligence (AI) products that the stablecoin company is currently working on.

Ethereum core developer Tim Beiko announced today that the Pectra upgrade will move forward with key testnet forks in February and March, setting the stage for the upgrade's eventual deployment on the Ethereum mainnet. Ether's Pectra Upgrade Nears According to Beiko's post on X, the Holesky testnet will fork at slot 3,710,976 on Feb.

During a recent interview with CNBC, former Meta executive David Marcus argued in favor of exchanging a portion of the U.S. government's gold holdings for Bitcoin. He believes that it would be a "wise decision.

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In a move that has sent tremors through the crypto community, Eric Trump took to X today to voice a bullish stance on Bitcoin. “Feels like a great time to enter BTC!

Ethereum (ETH) appears to be gearing up for a major breakout, with its market structure closely resembling Bitcoin's (BTC) past cycle.

Ethereum's (ETH) recent price struggles haven't stopped institutions from accumulating coins, with major entities moving significant holdings from exchanges. The second-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization has gone up by 0.3% since rebounding from recent lows and reclaiming the $2,650 level.

Blockchain analytics reveal bitcoin and ethereum reserves on centralized exchanges have plummeted precipitously since late January, with holdings persisting at lows not witnessed in years.

Trump Media and Technology Group said on Thursday it has applied to trademark six investment products that track bitcoin and the U.S. manufacturing and energy sectors.

Novogratz offered his perspective for why ETH has underperformed in recent months when compared to assets like BTC and SOL.

Congress is advancing crypto regulation, but confusion remains over sovereign wealth funds and Bitcoin reserves.

Bitcoin has been struggling to reclaim the $100K mark, facing intense volatility and selling pressure since the weekend. The market remains uncertain as bulls attempt to defend key support levels while bears push for a deeper correction.

Michael Saylor has unveiled a major rebranding of MicroStrategy, renaming it simply "Strategy" with Bitcoin taking center stage in its identity.

Bitcoin (BTC) could reach $500,000 by 2028, according to Geoffrey Kendrick, an analyst at Standard Chartered

The dominant cryptocurrency weathered weaker than normal trading volume and a downtrend in price over the past 24 hours. Bitcoin Falls Below $98K as Dominance Climbs Bitcoin (BTC) is trading at $97,102 at the time of reporting, after fluctuating between $96,174.83 and $99,168.61 over the past 24 hours, according to data from Coin Market Cap.

Although it is undeniable that President Donald Trump has been active with regard to cryptocurrencies since taking office, his engagement so far has, arguably, not been as many in the community had hoped.

The Czech Republic has passed legislation exempting Bitcoin and other digital assets from capital gains tax if held for more than three years.

Michaël van de Poppe sees Bitcoin hitting $500K and Ethereum surpassing $20K, fueled by institutional adoption and macroeconomic shifts.

Ethereum's highly anticipated Pectra upgrade is set to go live, with key testnet fork dates now announced. According to expectations, Pectra will first launch on the Holesky and Sepolia testnets before an official mainnet deployment is scheduled.

Eric Trump, son of U.S. President Trump, encourages family-linked World Liberty Financial to buy bitcoin, the SEC scales down and reassigns crypto enforcement staff, and the mystery behind the identity of Satoshi Nakamoto, the creator of Bitcoin, deepens. CoinDesk's Christine Lee anchors “CoinDesk Daily.

Arthur Hayes, the co-founder of BitMEX, has strongly opposed the proposed US Strategic Bitcoin Reserve (SBR), calling it a misguided initiative. In a Feb. 6 blog post, he argued that the reserve plan and a looming regulatory bill would do more harm than good for the crypto industry.

About 24 hours after it rebranded its corporate name from MicroStrategy to Strategy, the company's founder and chairman, Michael Saylor, broke his silence. Taking to his official social media account on X, Saylor shared a three-line statement, noting, "Strategy is Bitcoin," reaffirming its brand focus.

TL;DR ZetaChain now supports Solana, enabling dApps that natively integrate Solana, Bitcoin, and Ethereum. Developers can create decentralized applications that operate with native SOL and SPL assets alongside tokens from other chains, without requiring bridges. This integration ensures a seamless experience across these three blockchains, enhancing interoperability without unnecessary complexity.

The company plans to launch three ETFs later this year, all issued under the Truth.Fi brand.

Analyst Bob Loukas has predicted that Bitcoin will not "look back" after surpassing the $106,000 level again since it will kickstart a new bullish cycle for the leading cryptocurrency.

Trump Media plans to launch bitcoin ETFs, signaling a major push into crypto investments. A top analyst noted: “Safe to say first-ever POTUS ETF issuer. What a country.” Trump Media to Launch Bitcoin ETF—Is This the Next Big Thing in Crypto? Trump Media and Technology Group Corp. (TMTG), majority-owned by U.S.

Galoy has debuted a tool to meet what it calls “soaring” demand for bitcoin-backed loans. The company, maker of digital-asset-centric banking software, announced Thursday (Feb. 6) the launch of Lana, a lending platform designed to increase access to digital asset-backed lending.

The price of popular cryptocurrency Cardano (ADA) may see explosive price performance against the leading coin, Bitcoin (BTC), in the near future. At least that is what the ADA/BTC chart suggests.

ETFs, hashrate markets and AI have fundamentally reshaped the bitcoin mining industry, reducing miners' dependence on bitcoin's price.

Solana has completed an entire calendar year without a block production failure. This marks a notable improvement in network stability, especially given its past performance issues.

The Czech Republic's tax exemption for long-term Bitcoin holdings may boost crypto adoption and influence EU-wide regulatory approaches. The post Czech Republic signs law removing Bitcoin tax for long-term holders appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Standard Chartered forecasts Bitcoin at $500K by 2028 as ETF-driven inflows and lower volatility fuel demand. Massive institutional adoption and a crypto-supportive Trump administration will help Bitcoin's sharp rise.

With the general crypto market still facing heightened volatility, Ethereum has once again failed to reclaim the pivotal $3,000 price level. Bearish pressure continues to linger in its price action, leading to speculations about its potential in the short term.

"It's only digital gold if it has a use. If it doesn't have a use, it's just paper.

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The investment vehicles will be components of Truth.Fi, the new financial services and fintech brand that debuted on Jan. 29.

BlackRock is preparing to introduce its first Bitcoin ETP in Europe, marking a significant step in its expansion into digital assets beyond the U.S.

President Donald Trump's social media company, Trump Media and Technology Group (TMTG), announced on Thursday that it has initiated a Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF). Trump Media To Propel Truth.Fi Financial Offerings The official announcement revealed that TMTG has applied for trademarks associated with its forthcoming financial products, which will be branded under the new Truth.

What if the new US pro-crypto attitude hasn't actually hit the market yet and there's more new crypto developments to come? Yes, $BTC surged to an all-time high in the wake of President Trump's election.

A Bitcoin statement believed to have been made by Satoshi Nakamoto has resurfaced as fresh findings emerge regarding the enigmatic Bitcoin founder's identity.

Bitcoin is currently navigating a pivotal support zone, signaling potential market recovery. Elevated volatility is anticipated in the mid-term, potentially paving the way for a breakout above the midline of its multi-month ascending channel.

Trump Media's ETF plans could reshape investment landscapes, challenging traditional funds and potentially influencing political-economic dynamics. The post Trump Media advances plans to launch Bitcoin and “American First” themed ETFs appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Bitcoin's network activity has dropped to its lowest level in a year, according to Cryptoquant and its researchers, marking a significant decline from previous highs.

As the market struggles to gain momentum, the Solana price also appears to have lost ground as the bears are constantly suppressing the levels below $200. This could appear a bearish signal for many as the momentum is weak, accompanied by a significant drop in the trading volume.

The widely followed cryptocurrency analyst Benjamin Cowen is warning that Ethereum (ETH) could slide further against Bitcoin (BTC). In a new video, Cowen tells his 866,000 YouTube subscribers that Ethereum could continue falling against Bitcoin if the US monetary policy remains restrictive.

Arthur Hayes, co-founder of BitMEX on Thursday raised concerns over proposals for a strategic Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) reserve and a broad crypto regulatory bill, arguing that both initiatives could be detrimental to the cryptocurrency industry. What Happened: In a blog post, he points out that government-controlled Bitcoin reserves would be used for political leverage rather than as a long-term economic strategy, leading to market uncertainty.

A whole year. That is how long Solana (SOL) has gone without a single outage.

This week, Bitcoin's price is recovering after it crashed to about $91,000 last weekend. Since Donald Trump won the election, Bitcoin's price has often dropped below $100,000 and then climbed to new highs.