Bitcoin: UK FCA Launches Crypto Regime
The UK Financial Conduct Authority opens its Crypto Authorisation Regime, enhancing digital asset infrastructure and compliance. Institutional participation is expected to rise. Legal
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Crypto Assets Surge with 10 Biggest Weekly Gains
PONS surged 180.84%, Arbitrum gained 126.60%, and Dash rose 66.61% this week, with Uniswap and Zcash also posting significant gains of 43.51% and 40.06%, respectively. #Update #Crypto $PONS $ARB $DASH $UNI $ZEC
Crypto Seizes $8B in FBI Operation
The FBI’s Operation Blackout seized over $8 billion in crypto, arresting 300 suspects globally, including Chen Zhi with 127,000 BTC valued over $15 billion. #Breaking #Crypto $BTC
Crypto Seizes $1 Billion in Iranian Assets
The U.S. has seized $1 billion in Iranian crypto assets as part of Operation “Economic Fury,” nearly doubling previous confiscations, further straining Iran’s economy amid high inflation and restricted internet access. #Breaking #Crypto $BTC
Crypto Assets Surge in Volatility for 2025-2026
$ZEC emerged as the most volatile token of 2025, soaring 812.5% from $56.10 to $511.92 amid rising interest in privacy coins; AI assets led volatility in early 2026. #Update #Crypto $ZEC
Crypto Taxation Tightens in Australia
Australia plans to remove the Capital Gains Tax discount, impacting long-term crypto investors and potentially raising property prices, according to proposed tax amendments. #Update #Crypto $BTC $ETH
Central Bank Limits Crypto Payments in Brazil
Brazil’s Central Bank bans crypto assets in cross-border settlements via eFX, requiring licensing by May 2027. Resolution No. 561 takes effect October 1, 2026. #Update #Crypto
Crypto Security Tips for Ukrainians Revealed
Smartphones in Ukraine are increasingly targeted by hackers, leading to significant crypto losses. Experts recommend cold wallets, offline seed storage, and regular updates to mitigate risks. #Update #Crypto $ETH
Crypto Investment Soars as Kazakhstan Allocates $700M
Kazakhstan’s National Bank allocates $350M to establish a crypto reserve, targeting $700M in total investments by 2026, focusing on derivatives and high-tech companies. #Update #Crypto $BTC $ETH
Bitcoin Uncovers Hidden Assets in Divorce Cases
Wealthy couples are increasingly hiding cryptocurrency assets during divorces, complicating legal proceedings in the UK due to lack of dedicated disclosure sections. #Update #Legal $BTC $ETH
Crypto Assets Conference Unveils New Strategies
The World Liberty Forum at Mar-a-Lago on February 18, 2026, will feature speakers like Eric Trump and Brian Armstrong, amidst concerns of conflicts of interest involving high-level politicians. #Update #Crypto
Crypto Trading Approval Boosts DZ BANK’s Future
German bank @DZ_BANK has received regulatory approval from BaFin to trade crypto assets, launching the meinKrypto platform for Volksbanken and Raiffeisenbanken clients, integrated into the VR Banking app. #Update #Crypto $BTC $ETH $ADA
Crypto Assets Bill Revision Timeline Set
Danilo Hetmantsev announced Ukraine’s cryptocurrency regulation bill is set for a second reading in 1-1.5 months, including tax implications for crypto transactions. #Update #Legal
Crypto Assets Launch for Basic Income in Marshall Islands
The Republic of the Marshall Islands has launched a pilot program using @StellarOrg blockchain for universal basic income, distributing digital asset USDM1 via the Lomalo wallet to citizens. #Update #Crypto $USDM1