Crypto Markets

Tether Phases Out CNH₮ Stablecoin, Stops Issuance and Redemptions

Tether has confirmed it will phase out CNH₮, removing the yuan‑pegged token from issuance and redemption cycles. The move narrows on‑chain CNH options and may shift flows back to USDT or other alternatives.

Published at 2026-02-21 08:00:11
Franklin Templeton Discloses $118M XRP Stake in New ETF Filing

Franklin Templeton’s newly filed XRP ETF holds 118 million XRP — disclosed as a $118M stake in an SEC filing — giving investors price exposure without direct custody. The move expands regulated access to XRP for institutional and retail investors.

Published at 2026-02-18 18:00:26
Bhutan Moves 100 BTC to QCP Capital, On-Chain Data Shows

Arkham Intelligence on-chain data shows Bhutan’s royal government transferred 100 BTC (≈$6.77M) to an address linked to QCP Capital. The shift highlights visible sovereign wallet activity routed to an institutional trading desk.

Goldman Sachs Reveals $152M XRP Holding in Q4 2025 Filing

Evernorth flagged a newly disclosed $152 million XRP holding by Goldman Sachs in its Q4 2025 filing, a notable sign of institutional exposure to XRP. The disclosure may support liquidity and market confidence for the token.

Uniswap Surges 40% on BlackRock Buzz — Retail Buyers Warned of Bull Trap

UNI jumped about 40% on February 11 amid BlackRock-related chatter but has only gained roughly 3% in the past 24 hours and trades near $3.40; the rapid spike and subsequent retracement left many retail buyers exposed.

Published at 2026-02-12 06:45:19
Galaxy OKs Buyback of Up to $200M in Class A Shares

Galaxy has authorized a 12-month repurchase program for up to $200 million of Class A shares, a move to shore up its stock after declines that tracked Bitcoin. The buyback signals management confidence and may provide near-term support for crypto-linked equities.

Published at 2026-02-06 19:30:22
Solana Drops 15% to Two-Year Low After $16M Whale Liquidation — Can Bulls Hold $70?

Solana fell about 15% on Friday to a two-year low after a major whale was fully liquidated on a long, realizing roughly $16 million in losses. The move puts the $70 area into focus as a crucial support level for bulls.

Major NFT Marketplaces Close as Trading Volumes Plunge 93%

Nifty Gateway and Foundation are among several venture-backed NFT platforms announcing shutdowns after trading volumes fell roughly 93%, industry sources say. The wave of closures underscores a severe liquidity crunch for creators and collectors.

XRP Sinks 6% as Bitcoin Breaks Support, Extending Crypto Downtrend

XRP tumbled about 6% on Feb. 3 after Bitcoin failed to hold a support level, triggering a broad risk-off move that weighed on large caps and high-beta altcoins. Traders are watching whether buyers step in or the sell-off deepens.

Published at 2026-02-03 19:31:50
Norway Fund Raises Bitcoin Holdings 149% to 9,573 BTC in 2025

Norway’s sovereign wealth fund increased its Bitcoin exposure by 149% in 2025, bringing holdings to 9,573 BTC and backing positions in major crypto-focused companies. The step highlights rising institutional demand and could tighten available supply for BTC.