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Behind the $500 Million Deal: Abu Dhabi Royal Family Acquires Major Stake in Trump-Linked Crypto Venture

A company linked to a key UAE national security adviser, Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan, secured a 49% equity stake in World Liberty Financial, the Trump family's flagship crypto firm, just days before President Trump's 2025 inauguration. The investment raises fresh questions about the intersection of foreign capital, presidential family businesses, and U.S. policy.

Feb 2, 2026

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Crypto Market Sees $2.5 Billion Liquidation Wave as Risk-Off Sentiment Spreads

A broad sell-off in risk assets, from equities to precious metals, has triggered over $2.5 billion in Bitcoin liquidations. Analysts point to shifting Federal Reserve expectations and AI trade anxieties as key drivers behind the latest crypto market tremor.

Feb 2, 2026

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The Accountability Gap: As Banking Decisions Accelerate, Governance Struggles to Keep Pace

The rapid adoption of algorithmic decision-making in UK banks has created a critical lag in oversight and accountability structures, leaving institutions exposed to risks that traditional governance models are ill-equipped to manage.

Feb 2, 2026

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Jim Cramer's Bitcoin Warning: Calls for Rally as Price Tumbles, Saylor Buys Dip

CNBC's Jim Cramer issues a stark warning on Bitcoin's volatility, predicting a key support level while questioning MicroStrategy's Michael Saylor. Amid a sharp sell-off, Saylor's firm continues its aggressive accumulation strategy.

Feb 2, 2026

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Crypto Market Braces for $638M Token Unlock Wave in Early February

A surge of newly unlocked tokens from major projects including Hyperliquid, XDC Network, and Berachain is set to hit the market in the first week of February 2026, potentially testing investor sentiment and liquidity.

Feb 2, 2026

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Analysts Warn of Potential Bitcoin Retreat to $60K Amid Market Correction, Eye Long-Term Institutional Shift

Bitcoin's recent slump below $74,000 has analysts weighing the risk of a deeper pullback toward $60,000. While Bernstein suggests the downturn may be a late-cycle correction rather than a new crypto winter, the firm points to shifting central bank policies and institutional adoption as keys to the next rally.

Feb 2, 2026

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Bitcoin Stabilizes Near $78K After Weekend Plunge, But Analysts Warn Downtrend Remains Firm

Bitcoin found a fragile footing on Monday following a sharp sell-off, yet strategists caution the broader decline is not over as investor appetite to 'buy the dip' appears weak.

Feb 2, 2026

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Cboe Eyes Return of Binary Options in Bid to Capture Retail Trading Boom

Cboe Global Markets is exploring a revival of simplified, event-based binary options for retail investors, aiming to compete with surging prediction markets while navigating a complex regulatory landscape.

Feb 2, 2026

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Wall Street's Bitcoin Bet: Are Main Street Investors Too Late to the Party?

Despite recent price volatility, major financial institutions are building significant positions in Bitcoin ETFs, signaling a shift in the asset's perception from speculative gamble to a potential strategic holding.

Feb 2, 2026

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Manufacturing Rebound Fuels Wall Street Gains, Offsetting China Concerns and Shutdown Jitters

U.S. stocks advanced Monday, buoyed by a surprisingly strong manufacturing report that overshadowed lingering concerns over a partial government shutdown and weak economic data from China. The S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average both closed higher, led by a rebound in semiconductor and AI-related shares.

Feb 2, 2026

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SharpLink Gaming's $23 Million Stake Sale: A Strategic Pivot or a Red Flag for Investors?

Apeiron Capital's complete divestment from SharpLink Gaming coincides with the firm's dramatic portfolio liquidation and SharpLink's own radical transformation from a sports betting affiliate to a major corporate holder of Ethereum.

Feb 2, 2026

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Bitcoin Tumbles to Post-Election Low as Metals Meltdown Triggers Crypto Liquidation

Bitcoin plunged to levels not seen since before the 2024 U.S. election, caught in a broad sell-off of speculative assets. A sharp downturn in gold and silver prices triggered a massive $2.5 billion liquidation event, compounding existing pressures from fading regulatory optimism and a shifting Fed outlook.

Feb 2, 2026

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Bitcoin Stages Modest Recovery Amid Broad Crypto Market Pressure

Bitcoin clawed back some of its steep weekend losses in Monday trading, though the broader digital asset sector and related equities remained under significant selling pressure as investors digested a wave of forced liquidations and awaited key U.S. economic data.

Feb 2, 2026

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Bitcoin's $70,000 Threshold: The Mining Industry's New Fault Line

As Bitcoin hovers near a critical price point, new data reveals a precarious zone where the operational viability of major mining firms begins to erode, potentially triggering a cascade of market pressures.

Feb 2, 2026

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FAT Brands Seeks Chapter 11 Protection Amid $1.3 Billion Debt Restructuring

The parent company of Fatburger, Johnny Rockets, and Twin Peaks files for bankruptcy in Texas, citing inflationary pressures and shifting consumer demand, while vowing to keep restaurants open.

Feb 2, 2026

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Bitcoin's Slide May Not Be Over: Historical Support Suggests $60,000 Could Be Next Key Test

As Bitcoin faces its steepest weekly drop in months, analysts point to the historically reliable 200-week moving average, currently near $58,000, as a potential floor for the current market correction.

Feb 2, 2026

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Robinhood Stock Tumbles as Bitcoin Slump Sparks Fears Over Trading Volumes

Shares of Robinhood Markets fell sharply alongside other crypto-exposed firms, pressured by a decline in Bitcoin prices and broader concerns about retail trading momentum.

Feb 2, 2026

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Bitcoin's Slide Puts MicroStrategy's Massive Bet—and Michael Saylor—Under Scrutiny

As Bitcoin plunges to 10-month lows, approaching MicroStrategy's average purchase price, the company's aggressive accumulation strategy and its executive chairman face intense market pressure and skepticism.

Feb 2, 2026

Facing Social Security Overpayment? How to Request a Lower Garnishment Rate and Protect Your Monthly Income

For recipients hit with a sudden overpayment notice, a formal request to reduce the withholding rate can provide crucial financial breathing room.

Feb 2, 2026

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Navigating the 2026 Tax Season: A Crypto Investor's Survival Guide

As the IRS sharpens its focus on digital assets, experts warn that new reporting forms and stringent tracking requirements make accurate crypto tax filing more critical than ever. Missteps could lead to severe penalties.

Feb 2, 2026