Standard Chartered sticks to $2T stablecoin call but trims T-bill impact
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Standard Chartered slashed its forecast for T-bill demand from stablecoins to $800 billion to $1 trillion by 2028, but maintained its $2 trillion stablecoin market call.
Standard Chartered slashed its forecast for T-bill demand from stablecoins to $800 billion to $1 trillion by 2028, but maintained its $2 trillion stablecoin market call.
Authors: Helen Partz ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-02-23 14:08:14
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How SocialFi, memecoins and AI pushed Base to the top of the L2 ladder
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Base rode SocialFi, memecoins and AI agents to the top of Ethereum’s layer-2 ladder before turning inward to rebuild its core stack.
Base rode SocialFi, memecoins and AI agents to the top of Ethereum’s layer-2 ladder before turning inward to rebuild its core stack.
Authors: Yohan Yun ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-02-23 13:26:49
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Bitcoin’s true message is not decentralization; it’s emancipation
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Bitcoin’s core isn’t decentralization; it’s emancipation via self-sovereignty, financial freedom and capital mobility, empowering the unbanked and countering centralized AI.
Bitcoin’s core isn’t decentralization; it’s emancipation via self-sovereignty, financial freedom and capital mobility, empowering the unbanked and countering centralized AI.
Authors: Dr. Merav Ozair ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-02-23 12:30:00
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When All is Said and Done in FX, Little has been Done
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The US dollar was fairly resilient in the face of the softer than expected Q4 GDP reading and the Supreme Court’s tariff decision. However, it came under pressure earlier today in the Asia Pacific session, in which Tokyo was closed for a national holiday. It clawed its way back in Europe and [...]
The US dollar was fairly resilient in the face of the softer than expected Q4 GDP reading and the Supreme Court’s tariff decision. However, it came under pressure earlier today in the Asia Pacific session, in which Tokyo was closed for a national holiday. It clawed its way back in Europe and [...]
Keywords: Currency Movement
Authors: Marc Chandler ( top authors )
Source: Marc to Market ( active sources )
Published: 2026-02-23 11:50:00
Authors: Marc Chandler ( top authors )
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Published: 2026-02-23 11:50:00
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Hodlers have ‘given up’ at $65K: Five things to know in Bitcoin this week
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Bitcoin price weakness to start the week compounds expectations of new BTC macro lows as sentiment matches its most bearish levels ever.
Bitcoin price weakness to start the week compounds expectations of new BTC macro lows as sentiment matches its most bearish levels ever.
Authors: William Suberg ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-02-23 08:58:56
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The Ethereum Foundation's Commitment to DeFi
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DeFi isn't a speculative bet on the future. It's the inevitable evolution of finance, driven by a fundamental truth: financial autonomy is a right, not a privilege. And it's been a critical driver of Ethereum's growth and adoption. We want to see DeFi thrive, but we're opinionated about what...
DeFi isn't a speculative bet on the future. It's the inevitable evolution of finance, driven by a fundamental truth: financial autonomy is a right, not a privilege. And it's been a critical driver of Ethereum's growth and adoption. We want to see DeFi thrive, but we're opinionated about what...
Keywords: Ecosystem Development
Source: Ethereum Foundation Blog ( active sources )
Published: 2026-02-23 00:00:00
Source: Ethereum Foundation Blog ( active sources )
Published: 2026-02-23 00:00:00
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Bitcoin historical price metric sees $122K 'average return' over 10 months
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Bitcoin past performance gave 88% odds of higher prices by early 2027, the latest in a series of new bullish BTC price predictions.
Bitcoin past performance gave 88% odds of higher prices by early 2027, the latest in a series of new bullish BTC price predictions.
Authors: William Suberg ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-02-22 13:58:01
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Crypto capital rotates from tokens to stocks as new launches struggle: DWF
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More than 80% of 2025 token launches trade below listing price while IPO funding and M&A in the crypto sector surge, suggesting that investors prefer equity exposure.
More than 80% of 2025 token launches trade below listing price while IPO funding and M&A in the crypto sector surge, suggesting that investors prefer equity exposure.
Authors: Amin Haqshanas ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-02-22 12:56:14
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Week Ahead: Does the Dollar Still Have Legs After the Tariff Ruling?
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The Supreme Court struck down President Trump's use of emergency powers to impose widespread tariffs. The court did not rule on refunds. Trump quickly announced a 10% across-the-board tariff under Section 122 of the 1974 Trade Act, which allows the president to impose up to 15% tariff for 150 [...]
The Supreme Court struck down President Trump's use of emergency powers to impose widespread tariffs. The court did not rule on refunds. Trump quickly announced a 10% across-the-board tariff under Section 122 of the 1974 Trade Act, which allows the president to impose up to 15% tariff for 150 [...]
Keywords: Macro, Prices
Authors: Marc Chandler ( top authors )
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Published: 2026-02-21 12:15:00
Authors: Marc Chandler ( top authors )
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Published: 2026-02-21 12:15:00
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Spot Bitcoin ETFs record five weeks of net withdrawals, totaling $3.8B
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US spot Bitcoin ETFs logged five straight weeks of outflows, with $315.9 million leaving last week as institutional investors de-risk amid macro uncertainty.
US spot Bitcoin ETFs logged five straight weeks of outflows, with $315.9 million leaving last week as institutional investors de-risk amid macro uncertainty.
Authors: Amin Haqshanas ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-02-21 09:39:40
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Bitcoin ignores US Supreme Court Trump tariff strike amid talk of $150B refund
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Bitcoin stayed rangebound within a "downward trajectory" as the Supreme Court concluded that some US trade tariffs were illegal and liable for a refund.
Bitcoin stayed rangebound within a "downward trajectory" as the Supreme Court concluded that some US trade tariffs were illegal and liable for a refund.
Authors: William Suberg ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-02-20 17:15:55
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Stablecoin A7A5 grows parallel system for sanctioned companies
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Stablecoin ecosystem A7A5 has faced accusations of sanctions evasion and, according to some analysts, is creating an alternative, sanctions-free financial network.
Stablecoin ecosystem A7A5 has faced accusations of sanctions evasion and, according to some analysts, is creating an alternative, sanctions-free financial network.
Authors: Aaron Wood ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-02-20 13:32:33
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House Democrats press Treasury on World Liberty bank charter and UAE stake
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House Democrats are pressing Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent over World Liberty Financial’s push for a national trust bank charter, citing systemic risk.
House Democrats are pressing Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent over World Liberty Financial’s push for a national trust bank charter, citing systemic risk.
Authors: Christina Comben ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-02-20 12:46:02
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Ethereum’s Trustless Agents standard is the missing link for AI payments
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The ERC-8004 Trustless Agents standard and x402 payments unlock AI commerce, including discovery, reputation and micropayments for autonomous economic coordination.
The ERC-8004 Trustless Agents standard and x402 payments unlock AI commerce, including discovery, reputation and micropayments for autonomous economic coordination.
Authors: Darius Moukhtarzadeh ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-02-20 12:30:00
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Tariff Decision Day?
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The US dollar is trading mostly firmer but quietly in what could be a volatile North American session. It is not just about the US data, of which there is plenty—including the PCE deflator and the first look at Q4 GDP, the preliminary February PMI and the University of Michigan’s final [...]
The US dollar is trading mostly firmer but quietly in what could be a volatile North American session. It is not just about the US data, of which there is plenty—including the PCE deflator and the first look at Q4 GDP, the preliminary February PMI and the University of Michigan’s final [...]
Keywords: Currency Movement
Authors: Marc Chandler ( top authors )
Source: Marc to Market ( active sources )
Published: 2026-02-20 11:50:00
Authors: Marc Chandler ( top authors )
Source: Marc to Market ( active sources )
Published: 2026-02-20 11:50:00
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Google searches for ‘Bitcoin going to zero’ at highest since 2022
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“Bitcoin going to zero” Google searches have spiked to their highest level since the FTX collapse, even as institutional buyers accumulate BTC and macro uncertainty hits record highs.
“Bitcoin going to zero” Google searches have spiked to their highest level since the FTX collapse, even as institutional buyers accumulate BTC and macro uncertainty hits record highs.
Authors: Christina Comben ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-02-19 13:16:15
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FX Market Awaits North American Leadership
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The North American market took the dollar lower on Tuesday, and there was little follow through selling. Yesterday, the dollar as bid in North America and rather than resist, European more than Asia Pacific operators have extended the greenback’s gains. The somewhat more hawkish FOMC minutes [...]
The North American market took the dollar lower on Tuesday, and there was little follow through selling. Yesterday, the dollar as bid in North America and rather than resist, European more than Asia Pacific operators have extended the greenback’s gains. The somewhat more hawkish FOMC minutes [...]
Keywords: Currency Movement
Authors: Marc Chandler ( top authors )
Source: Marc to Market ( active sources )
Published: 2026-02-19 11:55:00
Authors: Marc Chandler ( top authors )
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Published: 2026-02-19 11:55:00
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IOTA Launches Expert Advisory Board to Accelerate Trade Initiative
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The IOTA Foundation has established an Expert Advisory Board to bring senior trade, customs, and logistics expertise into the development of TWIN. The Board will provide practical guidance to ensure the infrastructure reflects real-world trade operations and regulatory requirements.
The IOTA Foundation has established an Expert Advisory Board to bring senior trade, customs, and logistics expertise into the development of TWIN. The Board will provide practical guidance to ensure the infrastructure reflects real-world trade operations and regulatory requirements.
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Bitcoin may take 7 years to upgrade to post-quantum: BIP-360 co-author
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BIP-360 co-author Ethan Heilman says making Bitcoin to quantum-secure could take 7 years. Recent breakthroughs suggest time is running out.
BIP-360 co-author Ethan Heilman says making Bitcoin to quantum-secure could take 7 years. Recent breakthroughs suggest time is running out.
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ECB targets 2027 digital euro pilot as provider selection begins in Q1 2026
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The ECB is set to begin selecting EU-licensed payment providers for its digital euro pilot this quarter, with the 12-month pilot set to kick off in the second half of 2027.
The ECB is set to begin selecting EU-licensed payment providers for its digital euro pilot this quarter, with the 12-month pilot set to kick off in the second half of 2027.
Authors: Helen Partz ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-02-18 13:53:24
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How Europe’s blockchain sandbox finds innovation in regulation
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The EU regulated blockchain earlier than most major economies. Its sandbox now tests whether dialogue unlocks innovation inside legal fences.
The EU regulated blockchain earlier than most major economies. Its sandbox now tests whether dialogue unlocks innovation inside legal fences.
Authors: Yohan Yun ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-02-18 13:51:15
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China’s AI lead will shape crypto’s future
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China’s rapid AI infrastructure expansion threatens to shape crypto’s future. The US must prioritize energy and open rails to lead.
China’s rapid AI infrastructure expansion threatens to shape crypto’s future. The US must prioritize energy and open rails to lead.
Authors: JP Richardson ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-02-18 12:30:00
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US Dollar is Mostly Firmer, amid Weak Conviction
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The US dollar was sold to new session lows against several currency pairs late in the North American afternoon yesterday, but there has been little follow-through today. The greenback is firmer against most of the G10 currencies today in subdued activity. The highlight includes an unexpected [...]
The US dollar was sold to new session lows against several currency pairs late in the North American afternoon yesterday, but there has been little follow-through today. The greenback is firmer against most of the G10 currencies today in subdued activity. The highlight includes an unexpected [...]
Keywords: Currency Movement
Authors: Marc Chandler ( top authors )
Source: Marc to Market ( active sources )
Published: 2026-02-18 11:53:00
Authors: Marc Chandler ( top authors )
Source: Marc to Market ( active sources )
Published: 2026-02-18 11:53:00
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Protocol Priorities Update for 2026
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We introduced Protocol last June which organized our work around three strategic initiatives: Scale L1, Scale Blobs, and Improve UX. A lot has happened since then! In this post, we want to share what we accomplished last year, how our thinking has evolved, and where Protocol is headed in 2026....
We introduced Protocol last June which organized our work around three strategic initiatives: Scale L1, Scale Blobs, and Improve UX. A lot has happened since then! In this post, we want to share what we accomplished last year, how our thinking has evolved, and where Protocol is headed in 2026....
Keywords: Research & Development
Source: Ethereum Foundation Blog ( active sources )
Published: 2026-02-18 00:00:00
Source: Ethereum Foundation Blog ( active sources )
Published: 2026-02-18 00:00:00
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Decentralization works at scale only when it brings in money
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Crypto’s future demands pragmatic decentralization. Decentralization thrives on capturing real transaction flow from centralized giants, turning open rails into unbeatable economic models.
Crypto’s future demands pragmatic decentralization. Decentralization thrives on capturing real transaction flow from centralized giants, turning open rails into unbeatable economic models.
Authors: Thomas Chaffee ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-02-17 12:30:00
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