Two California teenagers are facing multiple felony charges after authorities say they traveled more than 600 miles to carry out a violent home invasion aimed at stealing cryptocurrency valued at $66 million. The incident highlights growing concerns around physical attacks targeting digital asset holders. Alleged Home Invasion Disguised as Delivery According to court records, the suspects — aged 16 and 17 — arrived at a residence in Scottsdale, Arizona, on January 31 wearing delivery-style uniforms to appear legitimate. Investigators say they forced their way into the home, restrained two adults using duct tape and zip ties, and demanded access to…
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The cryptocurrency market endured one of its most turbulent weeks in recent history . Market cap declined sharply as Bitcoin and major altcoins saw steep price drops, heavy liquidations, and continued outflows from investment products. Bitcoin and Ethereum Price Action Bitcoin began the week near $79,400 but plunged below $60,200 by February 6 before a modest rebound above $70,000. Over the full week, BTC lost roughly 16% of its value amid a liquidation-led selloff and broader risk-off sentiment. Ethereum fell even more sharply, declining about 22% over the same period, with ETH briefly trading near $1,775. These moves coincided with…
The US Commodity Futures Trading Commission has expanded its definition of eligible payment stablecoin issuers, formally recognizing national trust banks under updated regulatory guidance. The move reflects evolving federal oversight following the implementation of a comprehensive stablecoin framework in the United States. Updated Stablecoin Criteria Under Revised CFTC Guidance The CFTC reissued a revised staff letter to clarify that national trust banks qualify as permitted issuers of payment stablecoins. These institutions operate nationwide and primarily provide custodial, fiduciary, and asset management services rather than traditional retail banking products such as loans or checking accounts. Regulators stated that the earlier guidance…
Expectations for a US interest rate cut at the upcoming March Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting are rising, with more than 23% of traders now pricing in a reduction. This marks a notable increase from late last week, when fewer than one in five market participants anticipated a cut. Rate Cut Probabilities Shift Higher Derivatives data shows that traders expecting a policy change are largely aligned around a modest move. Current pricing reflects expectations for a 25 basis point cut, while forecasts for a larger reduction remain absent. The shift suggests growing concern that current financial conditions may be…
Forward Industries (FWDI), the largest publicly listed Solana treasury company, has been hit hard by the crypto downturn—but its leadership says the firm’s unlevered balance sheet puts it in a rare position to play offense while others retrench. Biggest Public Solana Treasury, No Debt Forward holds nearly 7 million SOL, more than its next three public competitors combined. Acquired at an average price of about $232, those holdings are now worth roughly $600 million, implying a sizable paper loss as SOL trades near the mid-$80s. FWDI shares have fallen from around $40 to just above $5. Despite the drawdown, CIO…
Prediction market platform Kalshi has confirmed that NBA star Giannis Antetokounmpo holds a minority equity stake below 1%, addressing concerns that surfaced after the company hosted high-volume markets tied to his potential trade destination. Giannis Antetokounmpo Investment Details Antetokounmpo announced that he became a shareholder in Kalshi through his company, Ante Inc., making him the first active NBA player to invest directly in a regulated prediction market platform. Kalshi stated that the agreement was signed on Thursday, the same day as the NBA trade deadline, and that his ownership remains well below the 1% threshold permitted under league rules for…
Retail crypto investors are closely analyzing market behavior to determine whether the recent sell-off marks a potential bottom. With prices under pressure, traders are increasingly watching sentiment indicators and social signals rather than price action alone. Capitulation Becomes a Key Market Signal One term dominating crypto discussions is “capitulation,” a phrase used to describe panic-driven selling when investors exit positions out of fear that prices will continue to fall. Historically, such moments often occur near local or temporary market bottoms, making them closely watched during downturns. Recent data from sentiment shows a sharp increase in the use of this term…
Bitcoin’s recent slide of nearly 50% from its highs has reignited concerns about the asset’s resilience, but hedge fund veteran Gary Bode argues the move is consistent with bitcoin’s long-standing market behavior rather than a sign of systemic trouble. Bitcoin Volatility Matches Historical Patterns According to Bode, sharp drawdowns are a defining feature of bitcoin’s history. Past market cycles have seen declines of 80% or more, followed by strong recoveries over longer time horizons. From this perspective, the latest selloff fits a familiar pattern of extreme volatility rather than signaling a breakdown in fundamentals. Bode attributes much of the recent…
Bitcoin’s mining network has recorded its sharpest negative difficulty adjustment in more than four years, underscoring the growing strain on miners amid falling prices and operational disruptions. Bitcoin Mining Difficulty Sees Historic Decline Bitcoin mining difficulty dropped by 11.16% to roughly 125.9 trillion at block height 935,424, marking the largest single downward adjustment since China’s 2021 mining ban. The adjustment ranks among the ten steepest declines in the network’s history and followed a prolonged slowdown in block production, with average block times drifting well above the protocol’s 10-minute target. Hashrate Drops as Miners Power Down The difficulty reduction reflects a…
Galaxy Digital shares climbed sharply after the company announced a major share repurchase plan, signaling confidence in its financial position despite recent earnings volatility. Galaxy Digital Approves $200 Million Share Buyback Galaxy Digital authorized a share repurchase program of up to $200 million, allowing the company to buy back its Class A common stock over the next 12 months. Following the announcement, shares jumped about 18%, closing near $19.90, as investors reacted positively to the move. The company stated that repurchases may be carried out through open-market purchases, privately negotiated transactions or structured trading plans. Management also retained flexibility to…