❕ SBF Sent to Solitary Confinement After Tucker Carlson Interview
Sam Bankman-Fried has reportedly been placed in solitary confinement at the Brooklyn Metropolitan Detention Center after his unauthorized interview with Tucker Carlson. The U.S. Bureau of Prisons confirmed the interview was not approved. Meanwhile, speculation about a Trump pardon has intensified, with odds nearly doubling following the interview’s release. #cryptouniverseofficial
📣 U.S. Banks Can Now Engage in Crypto Without Prior Approval
The U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has lifted restrictions, allowing national banks to engage in crypto activities without prior regulatory approval. This move coincides with Trump’s executive order on a Bitcoin reserve and the White House Crypto Summit, signaling a major shift in U.S. crypto policy. #WhiteHouseCryptoSummit
❕ White House Crypto Summit Set as Trump Hints at Expanding Crypto Reserve
The White House Crypto Summit will take place today at 3 PM EST, with President Trump delivering a keynote speech. Ahead of the event, Trump will sign executive orders reinforcing the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, which will be managed by the Treasury. Notably, Trump has hinted at expanding the reserve to include Ethereum ($ETH), XRP ($XRP), Solana ($SOL), and Cardano ($ADA) in the future.
❕ Pump.fun Token Launches Plunge Over 80% Amid Memecoin Scandals
Successful Pump.fun token listings have dropped over 80% from January highs, with daily bonding completions falling from 1,200 to 200. Retail sentiment has weakened due to insider selling, major losses, and high-profile scams, including the $4.4B LIBRA collapse and Trump’s TRUMP memecoin losses. The Pump.fun X account was also hacked on Feb. 26 to promote fraudulent tokens, further damaging trust in the platform. #cryptouniverseofficial
❕ No Direct XRP-SWIFT Integration, But Ripple Tech Sees Growing Adoption
Recent speculation about SWIFT integrating XRP via EastNets has been clarified—while EastNets, a SWIFT Certified Service Bureau, utilizes Ripple’s messaging technology, XRP itself is not integrated into SWIFT’s network. Despite this, Ripple’s solutions are increasingly adopted by financial institutions, particularly in the UAE, indicating broader acceptance of its technology within SWIFT-connected systems.
⏫ FTX Token (FTT) Rises as Creditor Payments Near, Trend Still Uncertain
FTT price has gained momentum following FTX’s plan to start creditor payments on February 18, particularly for Bahamas creditors. The RSI has climbed to 59.2, reflecting growing buying pressure, but ADX remains weak, indicating an unconfirmed uptrend. If FTT breaks resistance at $2.44, it could push toward $3, though failure to hold current levels may lead to further consolidation.
Led by Hester Peirce, the SEC’s new crypto task force will work on defining which tokens are securities and creating a legal framework for compliant offerings. This marks a shift from Gary Gensler’s enforcement-driven stance, as the agency moves toward clearer regulations under a Republican majority.
❕ Crypto Market Drops as Scimitar Capital Reportedly Liquidates Holdings
A sudden selloff in altcoins is rumored to be linked to Scimitar Capital’s decision to liquidate its crypto holdings, returning capital to investors. The market-wide drop saw Bitcoin fall 4% and the global crypto market cap shrink by 5.74% to $1.04 trillion. Altcoins like Cardano (ADA) and Solana (SOL) took the biggest hit, losing over 24% in the past 24 hours. Reports suggest Scimitar offloaded $2 billion in altcoins, triggering the decline, though the firm’s online presence remains limited.
The total crypto market cap dropped $379 billion, slipping under $3 trillion after Trump confirmed new trade tariffs. Bitcoin fell 7.2% to $93,391, losing key support at $93,625. If BTC fails to reclaim this level, a drop to $90,000 is possible. Investors are closely watching the $2.93T market cap support to avoid further losses.
On-chain data reveals two crypto whales suffered major losses. One whale, who invested $2.91M in AI16Z 24 days ago, is now down $2.14M as the token has dropped 77% from its all-time high. Another whale bought 92,700 TRUMP tokens for $2.8M on Jan. 28 but panic-sold at $23.82, taking a $590K loss. The sharp declines highlight the risks of timing volatile altcoin markets.
⏬ THORChain Faces Collapse as $200M Debt Cripples Protocol
THORChain is in turmoil with $200M in toxic loans, forcing a halt to THORFi services and a 90-day restructuring plan. RUNE has crashed 82%, hitting 2020 levels amid liquidity concerns. Founder John-Paul Thorbjornsen insists on profitability, but doubts grow. $50-100M in funding is critical to survival, while AX1 proposes Trust Wallet acquisition to settle debts and install new leadership. Without urgent action, RUNE risks total collapse. #cryptouniverseofficial
AAVE is showing strong bullish signs, forming a double-bottom pattern that could push its price 25% higher toward the $375 resistance. On-chain data reveals over $3.5M in exchange outflows, suggesting accumulation by long-term holders. Open interest surged 7.5%, and the long/short ratio at 1.13 indicates trader confidence. AAVE is currently at $317, up 10% in 24 hours, with a 20% jump in trading volume signaling rising market participation.
🐋 Pepe Trader Turns $3K into $51M Amid Market Speculation
A PEPE investor turned a $3K investment into $51.25M, securing a 17,026x return. After months of inactivity, the whale deposited 500B PEPE ($5.73M) to Coinbase, fueling speculation of a sell-off or strategic repositioning.
💰 TRUMP Memecoin Gains Utility as Payment for Trump Merchandise
Stores selling Trump-branded products, including watches, fragrances, and sneakers, now accept the TRUMP memecoin as payment alongside BTC and credit cards. Transactions will be processed via Solana Pay, allowing direct merchant payments without intermediaries. The move boosts TRUMP's real-world use as the token climbs into the top 30 with a $5.5B market cap. #TrumpCrypto
📣Arthur Hayes Predicts Bitcoin Drop to $70K Before Rallying
Former BitMEX CEO Arthur Hayes now expects Bitcoin to fall to $70K–$75K before rebounding to $250K by year-end. He cites macroeconomic risks, bond market instability, and excessive speculation around $TRUMP as warning signs. Hayes has increased his USDe stablecoin holdings and taken profits on several altcoins to secure liquidity, preparing to buy the dip. Despite the short-term bearish outlook, he remains bullish on BTC and quality altcoins long-term.
Trump Media’s board has approved the launch of Truth.Fi, a new financial services and fintech brand. The company plans to invest up to $250M through Charles Schwab, allocating funds into ETFs, managed accounts, Bitcoin, and other cryptocurrencies. Shares surged 15% premarket following the announcement.
❕ Movement Labs Founder Denies Insider Trading Allegations
Rushi Manche dismissed claims of insider trading after World Liberty Financial bought $2M in MOVE tokens before Movement Labs' mainnet announcement. He stated there was no coordination or direct contact with WLFI. On-chain data showed a surge in MOVE open interest before the news, sparking speculation.