Coinbase Lists Solana Hedera Futures
CoinDesk: @CoinbaseDerivs files with CFTC to list $SOL and $HBAR futures, launching Feb 18; Solana contracts sized at 100 SOL, Hedera at 5,000 tokens. #Update #Crypto $SOL (+3) ↗
USDT Expands to Bitcoin Lightning
Decrypt: @Tether_to’s $USDT will integrate with Bitcoin and the Lightning Network, enhancing stablecoin use on Bitcoin’s blockchain, announced at a conference in El Salvador. #Update #Crypto $USDT (+6) ↗
Crypto ETF Revolution: DeepSeek’s $534M Exit
NewsBTC: @DeepSeek’s $534M debut in crypto ETFs sends shockwaves through the market, marking a significant entry into the sector. #Breaking #ETF (+9) ↗
Bitcoin: Norway Indirectly Holds 3821 BTC
Bitcoin.com: Norwegian Government Pension Fund Global increased its indirect bitcoin exposure by 153% in 2024, holding 3,821 BTC via stakes in @MicroStrategy and @Coinbase. #Update #Crypto $BTC (+5) ↗
USDT Rejoins Bitcoin Lightning Labs Partnership
TheBlock: @Tether_to partners with Lightning Labs to integrate $USDT on Bitcoin’s base layer and Lightning Network, enhancing interoperability and expanding its network presence #Update #Crypto $USDT (+4) ↗
Crypto Analyst Reveals Solana Rival Strategy
DailyHodl: Crypto analyst @rektcapital highlights $SUI’s consolidation below its all-time high, supported by Phantom, while $BTC eyes a breakout above $106,000. #Update #Crypto $BTC (+3) ↗
Trump Pardon Sought by Bankman-Fried Parents
CryptoBriefing: Sam Bankman-Fried’s parents are seeking a pardon from Donald Trump for their son, citing excessive sentencing after FTX’s collapse. #Update #Legal (+3) ↗
FTX Founder Seeks Trump Pardon
CoinGape: Sam Bankman-Fried’s parents reportedly seek a pardon from Donald Trump after his 25-year fraud sentence related to @FTX_Official collapse. #Update #Legal (+3) ↗
Ripple RLUSD Hits $3 Trillion Milestone
CryptoSlate: @Ripple’s RLUSD stablecoin surpasses $3 trillion in trading within a month, driven by Bullish exchange activity and a circulating supply of $97.5 million backed by $104 million reserves. #Update #Crypto $RLUSD (+6) ↗
Ethereum Seeks Former Researcher Leadership
Hodl.Press: The Ethereum community shows 97.8% support for Danny Ryan to lead the Ethereum Foundation, with survey participants holding over 51,000 ETH worth $164M. #Update #Crypto $ETH (+7) ↗
Crypto Policy: Amplifying Retail Investor Voices
CoinDesk: President Trump establishes a Crypto Council led by David Sacks, signaling a shift towards crypto-friendly policies and potential regulatory reforms. #Breaking #Crypto (+9) ↗
Crypto Super PAC Raises $116 Million
Decrypt: Fairshake has raised over $116 million for the 2026 midterms, with backing from @a16z, @coinbase, and @Ripple. #Update #Crypto (+7) ↗
Bitcoin Outflows Indicate Bullish Demand Surge
NewsBTC: Bitcoin ($BTC) surged 8% since Monday, holding strong above $105K, as outflows from exchanges signal bullish strength with high demand at $100K. #Update #Crypto $BTC (+7) ↗
Bitcoin ETFs Surge While Ethereum Declines
Bitcoin.com: Bitcoin ETFs saw $92 million inflows on Wednesday, while Ethereum ETFs had a $4.82 million outflow, highlighting shifting investor interest. #Update #ETF $BTC (+3) ↗