Binance Denies Fake Cease-and-Desist, Calls Bankruptcy Rumors Unfounded

Published at 2026-02-05 06:15:18

On Feb. 5, 2026, Binance pushed back against circulating claims that it had received a cease-and-desist order and was facing bankruptcy. The exchange said the bankruptcy speculation spreading on social media is entirely unfounded and dismissed the reports as false in a brief statement meant to correct the record.

The clarification aims to calm users and markets after unverified posts sparked concern; false reports can prompt user withdrawals and short-term volatility. The episode highlights how quickly misinformation can spread in crypto communities and why timely, clear communication from major platforms matters for market stability and user confidence.

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OKX has been granted a Payments Institution license in Malta, aligning the exchange with new EU regulatory requirements coming into force in March 2026. The approval paves the way for wider stablecoin use and expansion of crypto-linked card services across the region.

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Published at 2026-02-16 08:15:24

IMF: Stablecoins Are Integrating with the Dollar System, Not Replacing Banks

The IMF finds stablecoins are increasingly integrating with the U.S. dollar financial plumbing rather than displacing traditional banks, tying crypto payments into existing dollar-based networks. This shift raises fresh regulatory and systemic considerations for policymakers and banks.

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Published at 2026-02-16 04:30:17

Hong Kong Unveils Crypto Growth Drive and Stablecoin Licensing

On Feb. 15, 2026 Hong Kong announced a new package of crypto regulations and a stablecoin licensing framework designed to bolster the city's digital-asset sector and attract business.

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Published at 2026-02-16 00:30:13

Apollo Expands Crypto Bet, Eyes Up to 90M Morpho Tokens to Back DeFi Credit

Apollo, the asset manager with more than $900 billion in assets under management, may buy up to 90 million MORPHO tokens as part of a partnership to support the DeFi credit market. The move marks another large institutional signal into decentralized lending.

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Published at 2026-02-15 21:15:13

Morgan Stanley Hires Blockchain Engineers for Ethereum, Polygon, Canton & Hyperledger Integration

Morgan Stanley is recruiting blockchain engineers to lead multi-chain initiatives across Ethereum, Polygon, Canton and Hyperledger with a focus on regulatory compliance, security and interoperability. The hiring push highlights growing institutional effort to bridge public and permissioned ledgers.