Crypto Digest — 21 February 2026
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🔎 Coin Research — Zama (ZAMA) — 21 February 2026
New weekly coin research for Zama (ZAMA). — Score: 8.00/10 TL;DR: Zama provides a privacy layer for public blockchains using Fully Homomorphic Encryption (FHE), enabling confidential smart contracts and transactions across any
$2.4B Bitcoin and Ethereum Options Expiry Sets Stage for Volatile Session
More than USD 2.4 billion of cryptocurrency options will expire at 08:00 UTC today on Deribit, including USD 2.0 billion in Bitcoin and USD 404 million in Ethereum contracts. Bitcoin’s put/call ratio of 0.59 and Ether’s 0.75 indicate bullish bias, while max pain levels at USD 70,000 for BTC and USD 2,050 for ETH may act as magnet points.
Crypto Digest — 20 February 2026
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🔎 Coin Research — ZKsync (ZK) — 20 February 2026
New weekly coin research for ZKsync (ZK). — Score: 7.00/10 TL;DR: ZKsync is an EVM-compatible zkRollup Layer 2 scaling solution for Ethereum, offering low fees and high throughput via zero-knowledge proofs
Crypto Digest — 19 February 2026
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🔎 Coin Research — Berachain (BERA) — 19 February 2026
New weekly coin research for Berachain (BERA). — Score: 7.00/10 TL;DR: Berachain harnesses an innovative Proof-of-Liquidity consensus to align network security with DeFi liquidity, offering an EVM-compatible Layer 1 with a tri-toke
Crypto Digest — 18 February 2026
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🔎 Coin Research — Succinct (PROVE) — 18 February 2026
New weekly coin research for Succinct (PROVE). — Score: 7.00/10 TL;DR: A decentralized marketplace for zero-knowledge proof generation, enabling scalable proof services for rollups, bridges, AI verification, and privacy-preserving
Crypto Digest — 17 February 2026
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🔎 Coin Research — Espresso (ESP) — 17 February 2026
New weekly coin research for Espresso (ESP). — Score: 8.00/10 TL;DR: Espresso is a decentralized confirmation layer providing shared sequencing and fast finality for Layer 2 rollups, enhancing interoperability across chains.
Crypto Digest — 16 February 2026
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🔎 Coin Research — Seeker (SKR) — 16 February 2026
New weekly coin research for Seeker (SKR). — Score: 6.00/10 TL;DR: SKR is the native governance and utility token for the Solana Mobile Seeker smartphone ecosystem, incentivizing on-device usage, dApp engagement, and decentrali
Crypto Digest — 15 February 2026
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🔎 Coin Research — Aztec (AZTEC) — 15 February 2026
New weekly coin research for Aztec (AZTEC). — Score: 7.00/10 TL;DR: Aztec is a privacy-first Ethereum Layer 2 using zero-knowledge proofs to enable confidential smart contracts and transactions.
Crypto Digest — 14 February 2026
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🔎 Coin Research — Espresso (ESP) — 14 February 2026
New weekly coin research for Espresso (ESP). — Score: 7.00/10 TL;DR: A decentralized high-performance base layer for rollups providing fast finality, data availability, and shared sequencing to enhance security and interoperabili
Crypto Digest — 13 February 2026
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🔎 Coin Research — Espresso (ESP) — 13 February 2026
New weekly coin research for Espresso (ESP). — Score: 7.00/10 TL;DR: Decentralized sequencer for Ethereum layer-2 rollups providing censorship-resistant shared confirmation and data availability via the HotShot consensus protocol
Crypto Digest — 12 February 2026
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🔎 Coin Research — Dymension (DYM) — 12 February 2026
New weekly coin research for Dymension (DYM). — Score: 6.00/10 TL;DR: Modular blockchain network enabling easily deployable application-specific chains called RollApps, with a settlement and consensus layer.
Bithumb Mistakenly Credits 620,000 BTC Worth $40 Billion to Users
South Korea’s Bithumb exchange accidentally sent customers 620,000 bitcoin instead of 620,000 Korean won during a promotional event, triggering a 15–17% flash crash and prompting a recovery effort that reclaimed 99.7% of the funds but left roughly 125 BTC unresolved.
Crypto Digest — 11 February 2026
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🔎 Coin Research — Superform (UP) — 11 February 2026
New weekly coin research for Superform (UP). — Score: 7.00/10 TL;DR: Superform is a non-custodial onchain neobank providing unified access to multi-protocol yield harvesting via SuperVaults
SBF seeks new FTX fraud trial, citing new witness testimony
Sam Bankman-Fried petitioned a federal appeals panel for a new trial in the FTX fraud case, citing new witness testimony as grounds. The motion contends that testimony from former FTX executives could undermine key prosecution arguments.
🔎 Coin Research — Tea Protocol (TEA) — 10 February 2026
New weekly coin research for Tea Protocol (TEA). — Score: 7.00/10 TL;DR: Decentralized protocol incentivizing open-source software contributions through reputation-based Proof of Contribution and teaRank scoring
Crypto Digest — 09 February 2026
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🔎 Coin Research — ANyONe Protocol (ANYONE) — 09 February 2026
New weekly coin research for ANyONe Protocol (ANYONE). — Score: 7.00/10 TL;DR: Decentralized privacy network enabling anonymous communication via community-run relays built on a decentralized private infrastructure network.
Crypto exchange accidentally sends $40bn in bitcoin to users
A promotional error at South Korea’s Bithumb led to the accidental transfer of 620,000 BTC—worth over $40 billion—to users. Trading and withdrawals were halted within 35 minutes, and 99.7 percent of the funds were recovered. The incident caused brief price volatility.
🔎 Coin Research — Tria (TRIA) — 08 February 2026
New weekly coin research for Tria (TRIA). — Score: 8.00/10 TL;DR: Tria is a self-custodial neobank and decentralized interoperability infrastructure using its BestPath AVS engine to enable gasless cross-chain payments and chai
Crypto Digest — 07 February 2026
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🔎 Coin Research — ANyONe Protocol (ANYONE) — 07 February 2026
New weekly coin research for ANyONe Protocol (ANYONE). — Score: 7.00/10 TL;DR: Decentralized privacy infrastructure network enabled by community-run relays that provide multi-hop encrypted routing and reward operators via the ANYONE token.
Crypto Digest — 06 February 2026
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🔎 Coin Research — ANyONe Protocol (ANYONE) — 06 February 2026
New weekly coin research for ANyONe Protocol (ANYONE). — Score: 7.00/10 TL;DR: Universal privacy network leveraging community-run relays incentivized via token rewards
Crypto Digest — 05 February 2026
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🔎 Coin Research — Zama (ZAMA) — 05 February 2026
New weekly coin research for Zama (ZAMA). — Score: 8.00/10 TL;DR: Zama is a cross-chain confidentiality layer enabling fully encrypted smart contracts on public blockchains using Fully Homomorphic Encryption (FHE).
🔎 Coin Research — Echelon Market (ELON) — 04 February 2026
New weekly coin research for Echelon Market (ELON). — Score: 7.00/10 TL;DR: Echelon Market is a Move-based, multi-chain overcollateralized lending protocol deploying on Aptos, Movement, and Initia, featuring Aave-style Efficiency Mode t
🔎 Coin Research — Zama (ZAMA) — 03 February 2026
New weekly coin research for Zama (ZAMA). — Score: 7.00/10 TL;DR: Enable confidential smart contracts on existing public blockchains using Fully Homomorphic Encryption
Crypto Digest — 31 January 2026
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🔎 Coin Research — Kindred Labs (KIN) — 31 January 2026
New weekly coin research for Kindred Labs (KIN). — Score: 7.00/10 TL;DR: Kindred Labs is a character-powered AI network delivering licensed IP through on-chain AI companions driven by the KIN token
Bitcoin Slumps to Two-Month Low on Fed Chair Speculation
Bitcoin slumped 2.5% to $82,300, its weakest in two months, as speculation mounted over the next U.S. Federal Reserve chair and the dollar strengthened. The drop extended Bitcoin’s monthly losing streak to four, its longest since 2018. Selling accelerated on expectations of tighter liquidity under a new Fed nominee.
Crypto Digest — 30 January 2026
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🔎 Coin Research — Canton Network (CC) — 30 January 2026
New weekly coin research for Canton Network (CC). — Score: 8.00/10 TL;DR: Canton Network is a public blockchain designed for financial institutions, enabling privacy-preserving, interoperable tokenization of real-world assets.
Crypto Digest — 29 January 2026
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🔎 Coin Research — Sentient (SENT) — 29 January 2026
New weekly coin research for Sentient (SENT). — Score: 7.00/10 TL;DR: Decentralized open-source AGI network enabling community-owned intelligence, challenging closed AI incumbents.
Crypto Digest — 22 January 2026
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🔎 Coin Research — Wayfinder (PROMPT) — 22 January 2026
New weekly coin research for Wayfinder (PROMPT). — Score: 7.00/10 TL;DR: An AI-driven omni-chain protocol enabling users to automate blockchain interactions via natural language AI agents
US Senate Agriculture Committee to release updated market structure bill
The US Senate Agriculture Committee plans to release its version of the Digital Asset Markets Clarity Act by close of business Wednesday, with a markup hearing next week. Lawmakers are weighing additional DeFi restrictions after delays in the banking committee and Coinbase’s withdrawn support.
Bitcoin Dips Below $90,000 Amid Broad Market Selloff
Bitcoin slid below $90,000 for the first time since January 9, tracking a global selloff in equities, bonds and risk assets amid rising geopolitical tensions and tariff fears. The drop to a one-week low followed a 4% decline on Tuesday, as long-dated Treasuries and Japanese bonds surged, prompting de-risking across markets.
Bitcoin Drops Below $90K as $708M of Liquidations Sweep Market
Bitcoin fell below $90,000 on January 21 after forced unwind of leveraged long positions drove over $708 million in liquidations, with longs accounting for approximately $649 million. The 12-hour RSI plunged to -33.7, signaling weak momentum amid a sudden deleveraging event.
NYSE developing 24/7 trading platform for tokenized securities
The New York Stock Exchange plans a separate blockchain-based venue for tokenized equities and ETFs, operating 24/7 with instant on-chain settlement and stablecoin funding. The platform would remain aligned with existing market structure rules and require regulatory approval. ICE is collaborating with Citigroup, BNY Mellon and other clearing members to support tokenized deposits across its global clearinghouses.
US crypto regulation stalls as lawmakers warn of falling behind global competitors for years
The Senate Banking Committee canceled its crypto bill markup on January 15, 2026, delaying long-awaited legislation establishing marketplace rules for digital assets. Industry leaders, including Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong, criticized the draft as worse than no regulation, while Sen. Cynthia Lummis lamented the setback. Lawmakers warn the US risks ceding leadership to foreign markets without a clear regulatory framework.
Bitcoin has a 30% chance of falling below $80,000 by late June, options data suggests
Options market indicators show a roughly 30% probability of Bitcoin dropping below $80,000 by late June. Data from decentralized venues highlight a pronounced put skew and elevated open interest in put options around $75,000–$80,000 strikes. Geopolitical tensions and tariff concerns have exacerbated downside risk in the weeks following Bitcoin’s early-year rally.
NYSE Develops Tokenized Securities Platform to Enable 24/7 Trading
The New York Stock Exchange announced plans to build a platform for trading and on-chain settlement of tokenized U.S. equities and ETFs, pending regulatory approval. The system will support round-the-clock trading, fractional shares, dollar-denominated orders, and instant settlement via tokenized capital and stablecoin funding, leveraging NYSE’s Pillar engine with blockchain post-trade infrastructure.
Crypto Markets Shed Over $100 Billion as Major Altcoins Plunge by Double Digits
Geopolitical tensions and renewed U.S.–EU tariff threats triggered a sharp sell-off on January 19, leading to a $100 billion decline in total crypto market capitalization. Bitcoin fell below $92,000 while large-cap altcoins such as SUI, APT and ARB saw losses exceeding 10 percent. The downturn followed a quiet weekend but was amplified by weekend trade war headlines and liquidation pressures.
Paradex Pricing Glitch Briefly Values Bitcoin at Zero, Causing Mass Liquidations and Chain Rollback
A technical error during scheduled maintenance on the Starknet-based DEX Paradex caused Bitcoin’s price to flash at $0, triggering widespread liquidations. The platform rolled back its chain state to a known good block, force-cancelling open orders and restoring pre-maintenance account balances. Recovery modes and withdrawal restrictions remained in place while the team continued assessment.
Coinbase Accused of “Rug Pull” as White House Weighs Killing CLARITY Act
CryptoSlate reported that Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong denied claims of a White House conflict but confirmed a ‘rug pull’ criticism after withdrawing support for the CLARITY Act. The Senate Banking Committee postponed its January 15 markup as bipartisan talks continue. The dispute centers on stablecoin reward provisions and the balance of power between banks, exchanges and regulators.
Crypto Market Erases $100B in Single Day During Sharp Correction
The total cryptocurrency market capitalization plunged by approximately $100 billion over a 12-hour span ending January 19, 2026, falling from around $3.20 trillion to near $3.09 trillion before a partial rebound. Bitcoin, Ether and XRP each declined by 3–4 percent as macro risk-off sentiment intensified amid thin liquidity. On-chain data indicate derivatives-driven positioning amplified the downturn.
$1.2B Bitcoin ETF Inflows Signal Renewed Institutional Bullish Bets
$1.2 billion net inflows into U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs over the past two days indicate a shift from arbitrage strategies to directional bullish positions. Institutional investors and hedge funds are increasing long exposure while reducing short positions, signaling confidence in further market upside. Data from ETFs and CME futures highlight a growing appetite for leveraged Bitcoin exposure and a potential inflection point in institutional demand.
DeadLock Ransomware Exploits Polygon Smart Contracts to Evade Takedowns
Cybersecurity firm Group-IB warns that the DeadLock ransomware is leveraging Polygon smart contracts to rotate proxy server addresses, making its command-and-control infrastructure highly resilient. The on-chain technique allows attackers to update their proxy endpoints without centralized servers, complicating disruption efforts.