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Ric Edelman Says $500,000 Bitcoin Is ‘Simple Arithmetic’ By 2030

Ric Edelman, founder of Edelman Financial, predicts Bitcoin (BTC) could reach $500,000 by 2030, a forecast he calls "conservative" compared to more aggressive predictions. His reasoning is based on "simple arithmetic": if global investors allocate just 1% of the estimated $750 trillion in global stocks, bonds, real estate, gold, and cash to Bitcoin, it would result in $7.5 trillion of inflows. Combined with Bitcoin's existing value, this would push the price to around $500,000 per coin. He notes that institutional adoption is already beginning, with some allocations nearing 5%. Edelman also expressed bullishness on Ethereum (ETH), linking it to stablecoin growth and suggesting it could reach between $4,000 and $10,000.

bitcoinist13h ago

Ric Edelman Says $500,000 Bitcoin Is ‘Simple Arithmetic’ By 2030

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USDT0 Goes Live on Bitget as Morph Expands Unified Stablecoin Liquidity

USDT0, a unified stablecoin liquidity solution, has launched on the Bitget exchange, expanding access to its cross-chain infrastructure for over 120 million users globally. This integration aims to reduce liquidity fragmentation, improve capital efficiency, and strengthen the connection between trading platforms and onchain settlements. According to Bitget CEO Gracy Chen, unified frameworks like USDT0 enhance capital mobility and simplify user experience. Morph CEO Colin Goltra emphasized the importance of seamless liquidity movement between trading and settlement layers. The development supports Morph’s role as a payments-focused blockchain, designed for high-performance stablecoin execution and scalable financial activity.

TheNewsCrypto13h ago

USDT0 Goes Live on Bitget as Morph Expands Unified Stablecoin Liquidity

TheNewsCrypto13h ago

Top 10 Best Press Release Distribution Services UK (Tested & Ranked for 2026)

This guide ranks the top 10 press release distribution services in the UK for 2026, tested for their ability to secure coverage in national news outlets and major news sites. Topping the list is EasyPRWire, praised for its overall value, major news site placement, and Google News inclusion. It is followed by Pressat, known for its PA Media integration, and PA Media itself, the definitive national newsroom wire. The rankings evaluate services based on cost-efficiency, technical authority, and national news reach. The article advises choosing a service based on specific goals, such as reach, search engine visibility, detailed reporting, and niche targeting, with EasyPRWire highlighted as a cost-effective option for most businesses.

TheNewsCrypto13h ago

Top 10 Best Press Release Distribution Services UK (Tested & Ranked for 2026)

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Holder pain persists as MOVE’s downtrend continues: Only 1% in profit

Movement (MOVE) experienced a minor 0.68% price increase in 24 hours, but its Open Interest surged nearly 12%. Despite this, funding rates remained negative, indicating a short-heavy market. The altcoin has been in a persistent downtrend since January 2025, down 98.25% from its all-time high, with only 1.127% of addresses in profit. On-chain metrics, including the spot taker CVD and Coin Days Destroyed (CDD), show dominant selling pressure. A recent positive exchange net position change suggests increased MOVE inflows to exchanges, signaling potential further selling. The data implies that any price bounce, like the recent 22.45% rally, is likely to be sold off, making shorting a more favorable strategy than buying.

ambcrypto13h ago

Holder pain persists as MOVE’s downtrend continues: Only 1% in profit

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Hyperliquid (HYPE) Drops 25% in February, Key Support Tested

Hyperliquid (HYPE) has experienced a significant decline, dropping over 25% in February 2026. Currently trading at $29.77, it is down 5.51% in the past 24 hours. The token being 50.07% below its all-time high of $59.39 from September of the previous year. Its market capitalization stands at $7.76 billion. The token is testing a critical support level, and a further 10% decline is possible if bearish pressure continues. Technical indicators show key resistance levels at $34.21, $37.59, and $43.09, with support levels at $23.28, $19.92, and $14.44. The Relative Strength Index (RSI) is neutral at 50.19. The current downturn is attributed to a lack of bullish participation rather than aggressive selling, suggesting a corrective move rather than a full trend reversal. A rebound is possible if the support holds and trading volume increases.

TheNewsCrypto13h ago

Hyperliquid (HYPE) Drops 25% in February, Key Support Tested

TheNewsCrypto13h ago

Harvard Cuts Bitcoin ETF, Adds $87M Ether Stake

Harvard Management Company reduced its Bitcoin ETF holdings by 21% in Q4 while establishing a new $86.8 million position in an Ethereum ETF, according to an SEC filing. The Ivy League endowment's stake in BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) decreased to $442.8 million but remains its largest public equity holding. Simultaneously, it purchased 3.87 million shares of BlackRock’s iShares Ethereum Trust (ETHA), marking its first disclosed ETF exposure to Ether. The adjustments occurred during a period of significant crypto market volatility. Despite criticism from some academics questioning crypto's intrinsic value, Harvard maintains a combined $352.6 million in Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs, signaling a strategic diversification within digital assets rather than an exit from the asset class.

TheNewsCrypto13h ago

Harvard Cuts Bitcoin ETF, Adds $87M Ether Stake

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Upbit Lists Bittensor (TAO) with KRW, BTC, and USDT Trading Pairs

South Korea's largest cryptocurrency exchange, Upbit, listed Bittensor (TAO) on February 16, 2026, offering trading pairs with KRW, BTC, and USDT. This allows South Korean traders direct access to the token of the decentralized AI network. Initial trading restrictions were in place, including limited buy orders and a 10% floor on sell orders. Following the announcement, TAO's price saw a strong upward movement, reaching $189.23, driven by local demand and increased liquidity. The listing aligns with the growing narrative of integrating AI with blockchain rewards, and community sentiment remains positive. Despite recent market volatility, retail adoption in South Korea continues to be strong.

TheNewsCrypto14h ago

Upbit Lists Bittensor (TAO) with KRW, BTC, and USDT Trading Pairs

TheNewsCrypto14h ago

$129B Crypto Maze: Russian Authorities Lose Sight Of Massive Annual Flows

Russian authorities report that the country's crypto market is far larger than previously estimated, with daily turnover reaching around 50 billion rubles—totaling over 10 trillion rubles (approximately $129 billion) annually. Much of this activity occurs outside formal oversight, creating a significant regulatory blind spot. Deputy Finance Minister Ivan Chebeskov and central bank officials acknowledge the urgent need for clearer regulations to monitor these massive flows. The central bank, once supportive of a ban, now proposes a licensing system with limits—capping non-qualified investors at 300,000 rubles annually and banning privacy coins. The goal is also to prevent crypto from being used to evade sanctions. Regulators aim to bring crypto into supervised systems, but it remains uncertain whether new rules will increase transparency or push activity further underground.

bitcoinist14h ago

$129B Crypto Maze: Russian Authorities Lose Sight Of Massive Annual Flows

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Will XRP Price Fall Below $1? Analysts Warn of ‘Continued Decline’ as Fed Proposes New Risk Category

XRP's price continues to decline, with analysts warning it could fall below the key psychological threshold of $1 as investors shift toward safer assets amid a broader crypto pullback. This downturn occurs despite a Federal Reserve staff proposal to create a dedicated "crypto" risk class for derivatives models, which includes XRP. While some view this as a long-term bullish development, analysts caution it will have little short-term impact on price. Market sentiment remains low, and real-world utility may not be enough to sustain XRP's valuation during macroeconomic uncertainty. Analysts suggest XRP could normalize toward $1 or lower if current trends continue. Meanwhile, AI tool Grok generated attention by predicting XRP could reach $15.57 by 2026, though such forecasts are speculative and not based on fundamental analysis. Ripple's CTO has also expressed skepticism about extremely bullish price predictions, noting that while crypto prices can be unpredictable, such high targets appear unrealistic under current conditions.

ccn.com14h ago

Will XRP Price Fall Below $1? Analysts Warn of ‘Continued Decline’ as Fed Proposes New Risk Category

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SBI CEO Calls Ripple Stake A ‘Hidden Asset,’ Hints It Could Be Much Bigger

SBI Holdings CEO Yoshitaka Kitao refuted a viral claim that the company holds $10 billion in XRP, clarifying that its true "hidden asset" is its 9% equity stake in Ripple Labs. He emphasized that Ripple's overall valuation—including its ecosystem—could be enormous, making SBI's stake significantly more valuable than its XRP holdings. Community estimates suggest Ripple's valuation could exceed $50 billion, valuing SBI's stake at over $4.5 billion with substantial future upside. SBI's long-term strategic partnership with Ripple, including investments dating back to 2016, underpins this position. At the time of reporting, XRP traded at $1.46.

bitcoinist14h ago

SBI CEO Calls Ripple Stake A ‘Hidden Asset,’ Hints It Could Be Much Bigger

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