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AI Cryptocurrencies Record Weekly Gains, TAO Leads the Charge

AI cryptocurrencies have recorded significant gains over the past week, with the sector's market cap rising 5.70% to $14.32 billion and trading volume surging 12.54% to $2.88 billion. Bittensor (TAO) led the charge with a 24.06% weekly increase, trading at $194.31, supported by its recent Upbit listing. Other top performers included INSP, AGENT, and ONDOAI, which saw gains exceeding 700%, 759%, and 900%, respectively. RENDER and VIRTUAL also posted notable weekly increases of 10.89% and 17.19%. The uptick is attributed to major industry developments, including Crypto.com's acquisition of AI.com and Coinbase's launch of Agentic Wallets, boosting investor confidence despite broader market challenges.

TheNewsCrypto2h ago

AI Cryptocurrencies Record Weekly Gains, TAO Leads the Charge

TheNewsCrypto2h ago

Philippines’ Digital Bank Maya Plans $1 Billion U.S. IPO Listing Amid Growing Digital Banking Demand

Maya, a licensed digital bank in the Philippines, is reportedly planning a $1 billion U.S. IPO to access larger global investors and benefit from higher market liquidity. The bank offers savings, loans, payments, and in-app crypto trading under a regulated framework. However, user reports of trading issues during high volatility and concerns over its crypto exposure may attract scrutiny from cautious U.S. investors. Analysts emphasize that clear profitability, risk management, and governance will be critical for IPO success. Maya has not yet confirmed the listing timeline.

TheNewsCrypto3h ago

Philippines’ Digital Bank Maya Plans $1 Billion U.S. IPO Listing Amid Growing Digital Banking Demand

TheNewsCrypto3h ago

Kraken Backs Wyoming ‘Trump Accounts’ for Newborns as Child Savings Plan Rolls Out

Kraken has announced it will sponsor "Trump Accounts" for every child born in Wyoming in 2026, pledging a financial contribution to each account as part of the new federal child savings program. The initiative was promoted by Senator Cynthia Lummis. Key details include: - The Treasury and IRS will provide a one-time $1,000 seed contribution for eligible children born between January 1, 2025, and December 31, 2028, if an election is made via the tax system. - Contributions to these accounts cannot be made before July 4, 2026, even though account elections begin earlier. - Initial investments are restricted to low-fee U.S. index-tracking funds or ETFs during the growth period. Kraken has not disclosed the amount it will contribute per child, nor whether it will match the federal $1,000 contribution. The program’s practical impact depends on unresolved operational details, including the final account-opening process and federal rollout in mid-2026. The move is framed as part of efforts to expand financial access, leveraging Wyoming’s crypto-friendly policies.

ccn.com3h ago

Kraken Backs Wyoming ‘Trump Accounts’ for Newborns as Child Savings Plan Rolls Out

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Nicki Minaj partners with the Trump family – Will speak at WLFI’s Mar-a-Lago event

Rapper Nicki Minaj will speak at the World Liberty Financial (WLFI) Forum at Mar-a-Lago on February 18th, solidifying her public alignment with the Trump family's crypto ventures. The exclusive event will host hundreds of executives from major firms like Goldman Sachs, Nasdaq, and Coinbase. While Minaj has promoted NFTs before, this is her deepest foray into crypto. The forum occurs amid scrutiny, as Democratic senators have called for a review of a $500M foreign investment in WLFI from a UAE entity linked to its National Security Advisor.

ambcrypto4h ago

Nicki Minaj partners with the Trump family – Will speak at WLFI’s Mar-a-Lago event

ambcrypto4h ago

Logan Paul Sets New Record With Sale of Rare Pokémon Card

Logan Paul has sold his rare Pikachu Illustrator Pokémon card for a record-breaking $16.49 million at an auction hosted by Goldin. The card, graded PSA 10 in flawless condition, is one of only 39 originally printed in 1998. Paul initially purchased it in 2021 for $5.275 million. The buyer was venture capitalist A.J. Scaramucci. The sale sets a new record for the highest price paid for any trading card and highlights the growing investment interest in rare physical collectibles.

TheNewsCrypto4h ago

Logan Paul Sets New Record With Sale of Rare Pokémon Card

TheNewsCrypto4h ago

Wintermute Expands Into Tokenized Gold Trading

Crypto market maker Wintermute has expanded into institutional over-the-counter trading of tokenized gold, supporting Pax Gold (PAXG) and Tether Gold (XAUT). The move targets growing demand for blockchain-based commodity exposure, offering algorithmic spot trading against stablecoins, fiat, and major cryptocurrencies. This enables real-time hedging and improved collateral management. The launch follows a surge in tokenized gold trading, which exceeded several major gold ETFs in Q4 2025 with $126 billion in volume. Market cap grew over 80% to $5.4 billion. CEO Evgeny Gaevoy projected the market could reach $15 billion in 2026, comparing the shift to the transformation of forex markets. Tokenized gold offers 24/7 trading, instant settlement, and DeFi integration, appealing to institutions seeking liquidity beyond traditional hours. The expansion reflects broader institutional adoption of real-world assets (RWAs), with analysts forecasting multi-trillion growth in tokenized markets by 2030. Wintermute aims to position tokenized gold as institutional-grade collateral.

TheNewsCrypto5h ago

Wintermute Expands Into Tokenized Gold Trading

TheNewsCrypto5h ago

From Grunt Engineer to Crypto Billionaire: Solana's Leader Toly's Wealth Exposed

Anatoly Yakovenko, creator of the Solana blockchain, has become a leading figure in the industry and a known billionaire. Born in the Soviet Union, he immigrated to the U.S. in the 1990s. With a background in computer science and over a decade at Qualcomm working on distributed systems, he later entered crypto through Bitcoin mining. In 2017, he authored the Proof of History whitepaper, which became the foundation for Solana. Yakovenko’s estimated net worth in 2026 ranges between $500 million and $1.2 billion, heavily tied to SOL's price volatility. He reportedly holds a significant amount of SOL tokens—with one suspected wallet containing over 136,725 SOL (worth over $11 million)—and stakes millions more across several addresses. Additionally, he owns an estimated 5-10% of Solana Labs, valued between $5-8 billion, and has made over 40 angel investments in the Solana ecosystem. His wealth has seen dramatic swings: it potentially exceeded $2-3 billion during SOL’s 2021 peak but fell below $100 million during the 2022 bear market. Despite a market correction in early 2026, his financial standing remains strong due to his diversified holdings and equity in Solana Labs.

Odaily星球日报6h ago

From Grunt Engineer to Crypto Billionaire: Solana's Leader Toly's Wealth Exposed

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Brian Armstrong Praises ‘Diamond Hands’ as Coinbase Reports Strong Retail Activity

Brian Armstrong, CEO of Coinbase, reports that retail investors are displaying "diamond hands" by continuing to accumulate Bitcoin and Ethereum despite recent market volatility. According to Coinbase data, most retail customers now hold equal or greater amounts of these cryptocurrencies in native units compared to December 2025, indicating accumulation during price declines. This behavior contrasts with previous cycles where retail often sold during corrections. Armstrong's comments come amid his own significant stock sales, totaling over $550 million since April 2025 under a prearranged trading plan. Analysts suggest sustained retail buying could stabilize markets, though sentiment remains sensitive to macro conditions and regulatory challenges.

bitcoinist7h ago

Brian Armstrong Praises ‘Diamond Hands’ as Coinbase Reports Strong Retail Activity

bitcoinist7h ago

SBI Holdings Rejects $10B XRP Claim, Clarifies 9% Ripple Equity

SBI Holdings CEO Yoshitaka Kitao clarified that the company does not hold $10 billion in XRP tokens, refuting a recent claim. Instead, SBI owns more than 9% equity in Ripple Labs, estimated to be worth around $3.6 billion. Kitao emphasized that this stake provides strategic value and reduces exposure to XRP's price volatility, calling it a "hidden asset." He also confirmed SBI's recent acquisition of a majority stake in regulated crypto exchange Coinhako to strengthen its position in Asia, potentially supporting Ripple's ecosystem. Meanwhile, Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse expressed confidence in Ripple becoming a trillion-dollar company, despite XRP's recent price decline of over 6% in 24 hours, trading at $1.48.

TheNewsCrypto19h ago

SBI Holdings Rejects $10B XRP Claim, Clarifies 9% Ripple Equity

TheNewsCrypto19h ago

Did SBI Holdings Really Buy $10 Billion Worth Of XRP? CEO Reveals The Real Figure

Speculation that SBI Holdings acquired $10 billion worth of XRP was refuted by CEO Yoshitaka Kitao. The claim, which originated from social media, misrepresented the company’s actual exposure. Instead of holding XRP directly, SBI maintains indirect exposure through a 9% equity stake in Ripple Labs, valued at an estimated $4.5 billion based on Ripple’s $50+ billion valuation. This strategic partnership supports Ripple’s expansion in Asia and involvement in institutional payment initiatives, without the volatility risks of direct token ownership.

bitcoinist19h ago

Did SBI Holdings Really Buy $10 Billion Worth Of XRP? CEO Reveals The Real Figure