❕ Trump to Nominate Brian Quintenz as CFTC Chair

Donald Trump plans to appoint Brian Quintenz, a16z’s Head of Policy, as CFTC Chairman, according to White House sources. Quintenz, a former CFTC commissioner, previously oversaw Bitcoin and Ethereum futures regulation and has advised a16z on crypto policy. His nomination aligns with Trump’s broader regulatory shifts, which also include appointments for the Comptroller of the Currency and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.

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Phantom claims their services are “currently experiencing a temporary service outage.”

Their “team is actively working to resolve the issue as quickly as possible.”

Stay safe everyone.

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⚡️ CZ Sparks Memecoin Frenzy With Casual Dog Post

Binance founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ) inadvertently triggered a memecoin hype after asking about the process of launching tokens. Following his mention of owning a Belgian Malinois, at least four new memecoins—Cleo, Biggie, Semyon, and Maui—were created. One, Cleo, already hit a $2.2M market cap with over 5,570 buyers. The trend highlights how crypto communities rapidly capitalize on industry figures for memecoin launches.

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💰 Blum Raises $5M to Expand AI-Powered Trading on Telegram

Blum, a Telegram-based gamified DEX, secured $5 million in funding led by gumi Cryptos Capital, with backing from OKX Ventures, Spartan, and Binance Labs. With 32M+ users, Blum is shifting from a tap-to-earn to a trade-to-earn model, expanding multichain support and enhancing its trading bot, already the largest on Telegram. The project aims to dominate the TON ecosystem, where its Memepad platform has driven over $200M in trading volume.

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🔥 Metaplanet Raises $25.9M to Expand Bitcoin Reserves

Japanese firm Metaplanet Inc. secured $25.9 million through zero-interest bonds to expand its Bitcoin holdings, aiming for 21,000 BTC by 2026. The funds, provided by EVO FUND, will help hedge against Japan’s economic uncertainties, including yen depreciation and high debt. The bonds will be redeemed by August 2025, with all proceeds allocated to Bitcoin purchases.

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OpenSea announces $SEA token is coming, historical usage will matter, and US users are eligible.

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⏫ Pi Network IoU Price Soars 78% Ahead of Open Network Launch

Pi Network’s IoU price surged 78% between February 9-12 as anticipation builds for its Open Network launch on February 20. However, technical indicators show weakening momentum, with the RSI dropping from 92 to 54.8 and the +DI falling sharply. If bullish momentum holds, PI could reach $68.7, but a loss of support at $53.5 may lead to a correction toward $33.7.

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⏫ TRUMP Meme Coin Surges as Arthur Hayes Predicts It Could Outperform Bitcoin

The TRUMP meme coin surged 13% in 24 hours, reaching $16.87, with trading volume up 102% to $1.5B. Former BitMEX CEO Arthur Hayes suggested TRUMP could rally ahead of Bitcoin, driven by political insiders anticipating pro-crypto policies. Analysts see further upside, with some predicting a potential price doubling. As Bitcoin struggles below $100K, TRUMP continues gaining momentum in both crypto and political circles.

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⚡️ Jupiter to Launch JUP Buyback Program with 50% of Fees

Starting Feb. 17, Jupiter Exchange will allocate 50% of its protocol fees to buying back and locking JUP tokens for three years, shifting from token burns to a long-term stability model. A dedicated dashboard will provide real-time tracking of repurchases. This move aligns with broader trends in crypto, reinforcing supply control mechanisms to enhance token value and ecosystem engagement.

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Ethereum's Holesky testnet upgrade set for Feb. 24, Sepolia on March 5, and mainnet could go live on April 8.

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❕ CZ’s Dog Triggers Broccoli Memecoin Frenzy and Controversy

Following Changpeng Zhao’s (CZ) reveal of his dog’s name, Broccoli, multiple Broccoli-themed memecoins launched on BNB Chain and Solana, with some turning into rug pulls. While CZ distanced himself from the tokens, critics argue he fueled speculation and boosted BSC activity. Despite the backlash, some traders capitalized on the hype, with one making $28M and another turning $1,000 into $7M. Industry figures, including Andre Cronje, condemned the trend as reckless speculation.

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Pump.Fun launches a mobile app, but it is not available to U.K. residents.

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❕ Argentina’s President Promotes LIBRA Meme Coin, Then It Crashes 89%

Argentina’s President Javier Milei shared a Solana-based meme coin, LIBRA, causing it to surge to a $4.5B market cap before crashing 89% within hours. While Milei confirmed the post was real, on-chain analysts flagged red flags, including large token holdings in a single wallet. Data suggests developers may have withdrawn $87M, accelerating the price drop.

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📣 Coinbase CEO Predicts 10% of Global GDP on Crypto by 2030

Brian Armstrong expects a major shift, forecasting that 10% of global GDP could run on crypto rails by the end of the decade. Speaking during Coinbase’s Q4 earnings call, he compared the rise of on-chain adoption to the early internet era. With the U.S. now having its most pro-crypto Congress, regulatory changes could accelerate global adoption. Coinbase reported $2.3 billion in Q4 revenue, up 88% quarter-over-quarter, reinforcing its role in this transformation.

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🔥 Three New Cryptos Making Waves This Week

Several new tokens have gained significant traction this week, with BROCCOLI, FULLSEND, and B3 leading the pack in terms of rapid growth and trading activity.

➤BROCCOLI surged to a $151 million market cap within 24 hours, driven by hype surrounding Binance founder CZ’s dog. It now has over 35,000 holders and 155,000 transactions on BNB Chain.

➤FULLSEND on Solana jumped 260% in value, reaching a $54 million market cap in just four days, fueled by 164,000+ transactions and growing community interest.

➤B3, a gaming-focused project on Base, now ranks as the eighth-largest token on the chain, boasting a $203 million market cap despite recent volatility.

These tokens highlight the ongoing trend of viral crypto launches and the strong influence of social and community-driven hype.

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In 2010, a website offered 5 Bitcoin for free to each visitor who completed a simple captcha.

The website gave away 19,700 $BTC worth nearly $2 billion at the current exchange rate.

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📣 BNB Chain Prioritizes Memecoin Transactions Amid 400% Fee Surge

BNB Chain has optimized transaction processing to prioritize memecoin swaps, following a 400% spike in gas fees. Over the past 7 days, users paid $15M in fees, surpassing Ethereum.

The update lets validators process more bids per block, ensuring faster execution for time-sensitive trades. Activity remains high, fueled by CZ’s Broccoli memecoins and PancakeSwap’s rising volume.

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❕ Milei Drops $LIBRA Endorsement After $107M Insider Dump

Argentina’s President Javier Milei deleted his $LIBRA token endorsement after insiders dumped $107M, causing a 95% crash from its $4.5B peak. Lookonchain identified eight team-linked wallets as key sellers.

Milei denied involvement, while KIP Protocol, associated with LIBRA, claimed no profits from the crash. The token now holds a $232M market cap, down sharply from its peak.

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📣 Wrapped AVAX Sees Increased Accumulation Despite Price Drop

Despite a 4.5% drop in price over the past 24 hours, Wrapped AVAX (WAVAX) has experienced a surge in accumulation, with 3,898 wallets increasing their holdings—nearly twice the recent average of 1,600. This trend, highlighted by on-chain data from TheTie, suggests growing confidence in WAVAX, even amid market weakness.

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🔥 TRUMP Solana Meme Coin Surges 40%, Outpacing XRP and Dogecoin

The TRUMP Solana meme coin has surged 40% in 24 hours, nearing a two-week high of $23, despite a general downtrend since its January peak of $73. Trading volume has skyrocketed to $5.5 billion, compared to under $1 billion earlier this week. XRP also jumped 13% to $2.79, marking its highest price since February 2.

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