Crypto Liquidation

Business

DeFi Giants Unwind: $371 Million Ethereum Sell-Off Signals Strategic Risk Reduction

Two of the largest known Ethereum holders, BitcoinOG and Trend Research, have strategically sold a combined $371 million worth of ETH to repay loans on the Aave protocol. This voluntary deleveraging, distinct from over $140 million in automated liquidations processed by Aave, highlights a shift towards caution among major crypto players amid market volatility.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Bitcoin Tumbles to $82K Amid Policy Jitters, Triggering $1.7B in Market Liquidations

Bitcoin plunged to a nine-month low as a confluence of political uncertainty and geopolitical tensions sparked a broad market sell-off, forcing over $1.6 billion in leveraged positions to close.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

‘Bail Out Bitcoin?’: Treasury Secretary Dismisses Federal Rescue for Crypto in Heated Congressional Hearing

A surreal exchange on Capitol Hill saw lawmakers question the possibility of a federal Bitcoin bailout, with Treasury officials firmly rejecting the idea and underscoring the asset's detachment from traditional government safeguards.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

Bitcoin Teeters on the Brink of $70,000 as Fed Nominee Sparks Crypto Rout

Bitcoin plunged to its lowest point since November 2024, flirting with a decisive break below the $70,000 support level. The sell-off, triggered by fears of a hawkish turn at the Federal Reserve, has erased nearly 20% of Bitcoin's value this year and intensified outflows from institutional ETFs.

Feb 5, 2026

World

Congressional Probe Demands Records from Trump-Linked Crypto Firm Over Alleged $500M UAE Stake

A U.S. House committee is investigating World Liberty Financial following reports of a major Abu Dhabi investment, seeking documents on ownership, payments, and the role of its stablecoin in a $2 billion Binance deal, citing national security and conflict-of-interest concerns.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

Bitcoin Breaches $73K Support, Mining Stocks Plunge as Crypto Correction Intensifies

Bitcoin fell below $73,000 on Feb. 4, 2026, reaching its lowest level since April 2025 and triggering a double-digit selloff in major mining stocks. The decline extends a four-month retreat from all-time highs, pressured by large holder sales and waning mining profitability.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Public Pension Funds Reel as MicroStrategy Bet Backfires Amid Crypto Slump

Eleven U.S. state pension funds, having invested heavily in MicroStrategy as a proxy for Bitcoin exposure, now face steep losses averaging nearly 60% as the firm's high-risk strategy falters in the bear market.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Moody's Sounds Alarm on $300B Stablecoin Market: Hidden Risks Threaten Crypto's 'Safe Haven'

As stablecoin capitalization surges past $300 billion, a new Moody's report warns that structural vulnerabilities, including opaque reserves and weak governance, could undermine the perceived stability of these digital assets and pose systemic risks.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Bitcoin Miner Stocks Plunge in Tandem with Crypto Market Rout

Publicly traded Bitcoin mining companies are facing a severe sell-off as Bitcoin's price decline erodes profitability and forces a strategic reckoning for the sector.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Unsealed Documents Reveal Jeffrey Epstein's 2014 Coinbase Investment, Links to Crypto Figures

Newly released DOJ files detail communications showing Brock Pierce facilitated Epstein's entry into Coinbase's Series C round, while later emails reveal Blockchain Capital's attempts to buy his stake years later.

Feb 4, 2026

US

Treasury Secretary, House Democrat Clash in Heated Exchange Over Trump-Linked Crypto Dealings

A House Financial Services Committee hearing descended into a shouting match as Rep. Gregory Meeks pressed Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on oversight of a financial institution tied to former President Trump's family business.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Crypto Markets See Broad Retreat: Solana Leads Declines as CoinDesk 20 Index Dips

The CoinDesk 20 Index fell 1.9% on Wednesday, with Solana (SOL) dropping over 5% and Uniswap (UNI) declining 3.6% amid a widespread market pullback.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

ProShares Launches KRYP, First U.S. ETF to Bundle Top 20 Cryptocurrencies

Investment firm ProShares has debuted the first U.S. exchange-traded fund tracking the CoinDesk 20 Index, offering investors a single-ticket entry into a diversified basket of major digital assets.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Beyond Bitcoin: Mining Stocks Defy Crypto Slump as AI Pivot and Weather Relief Boost Outlook

A sharp drop in network competition and growing investor enthusiasm for high-performance computing ventures propelled U.S.-listed bitcoin miners to a strong January rally, even as bitcoin prices softened, according to a new JPMorgan analysis.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

MicroStrategy's Bitcoin Bet Under Pressure as Crypto Downturn Tests Conviction

As Bitcoin's price slump deepens, prediction markets signal growing skepticism that MicroStrategy will hold its massive BTC treasury. Yet, analysts argue the firm's long-term strategy remains unchanged, with its ability to avoid forced sales providing a buffer against market volatility.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Nevada Regulators Halt Coinbase Prediction Markets, Escalating State vs. Federal Crypto Clash

Nevada gaming authorities have ordered Coinbase to cease its prediction markets operations, ruling the contracts constitute unlicensed gambling. The move challenges Coinbase's federal regulatory strategy and threatens its nationwide rollout of the controversial product.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Standard Chartered Sees Buying Opportunity in Solana's Dip, Urges Focus on 'Quality' Crypto Assets

Amid a broader market selloff, Standard Chartered advises investors to look beyond short-term volatility and accumulate positions in high-quality blockchain projects like Ethereum and Solana, viewing the downturn as a strategic entry point for long-term gains.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Bitwise Acquires Staking Giant Chorus One in Major Push for Crypto Yield Infrastructure

In a strategic move to capture the booming institutional staking market, Bitwise Asset Management has acquired Swiss-based infrastructure provider Chorus One. The deal grants Bitwise direct control over yield-generating operations as it expands its European footprint and on-chain product suite.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Bitcoin's Existential Test: Regulatory Delays and Hawkish Fed Outlook Fuel Crypto Winter

Bitcoin's plunge to post-election lows underscores a deepening crisis, driven by regulatory uncertainty and shifting monetary policy expectations, with key firms like Strategy now facing critical tests.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Investors Shift Crypto Bets: Bitcoin ETF Outflows Accelerate While Ether, XRP Funds See Quiet Inflows

As market volatility persists, a clear divergence is emerging: investors are pulling money from Bitcoin ETFs while cautiously adding to Ether and XRP-focused products, signaling a rotation within the digital asset space rather than a broad retreat.

Feb 4, 2026