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From 24 to 1 to 5: YC No Longer Invests in Crypto, But Crypto Hasn't Disappeared

The article analyzes Y Combinator's shifting investment focus in crypto-related startups, highlighting a transition from direct crypto infrastructure to applications leveraging crypto as an underlying utility. Key data shows YC's crypto investments peaked in 2022 with 44 companies (e.g., DeFi protocols, NFT infrastructure), then sharply declined to just 1 in Summer 2024. The Winter 2026 batch includes 5 crypto-related companies, but they represent a fundamental shift: none are building traditional crypto products like chains or protocols. Instead, they focus on practical solutions where crypto is invisible to end-users. Examples include Unifold (Stripe-like API for crypto deposits), SpotPay (stablecoin-based neobank for cross-border payments), and Sequence Markets (execution engine for digital assets). Two notable projects are highlighted: Orthogonal, building a payment gateway for AI agents using crypto for machine-to-machine microtransactions, and Forum, creating a regulated "attention exchange" to trade quantified cultural focus, potentially involving tokenization. YC's recent Request for Startups (RFS) guidance confirms this trend, explicitly prioritizing "stablecoin financial services" and "new financial primitives" over generic crypto/Web3 themes. The author concludes that YC is no longer investing in crypto for its own sake, but in companies using crypto as a tool to solve real problems—often without users realizing it. This signals a maturation where crypto's value lies in becoming embedded infrastructure for other industries, particularly AI and finance, rather than a standalone ecosystem.

marsbit02/14 10:34

Crypto Group Pushes Back on CLARITY Act Bank Plan

The Digital Chamber, a crypto trade association, has pushed back against proposals from major U.S. banks in the ongoing debate over the CLARITY Act. While acknowledging the banking sector's concerns about stablecoin yields potentially undermining traditional deposits, the group rejected automatic regulatory rules following a proposed two-year study. CEO Cody Carbone indicated openness to compromise, such as limiting interest-like features, but insisted on preserving incentives for transactions and innovation. Recent White House meetings between industry and banking stakeholders failed to produce an agreement, with both sides maintaining their positions. Patrick Witt of the President’s Council of Advisors warned that the narrowing legislative window before midterm elections adds urgency to reaching a compromise. The core dispute remains whether yield-paying stablecoins threaten financial stability or represent technological progress. With time running out, the fate of the CLARITY Act—which aims to provide regulatory clarity for digital assets—hangs in the balance.

TheNewsCrypto02/14 10:09

As Inflation Cools, Bitcoin Investors Face a Reality Check: Pompliano

With U.S. inflation cooling—CPI dropped to 2.4% in January from 2.7% in December—Bitcoin investors are facing a reality check, according to Anthony Pompliano. Many had viewed Bitcoin as a hedge against fiat currency depreciation, but softening inflation raises questions about its role. Pompliano argues that without significant inflation concerns, investors must reassess their reasons for holding Bitcoin, though he emphasizes its long-term scarcity narrative due to its fixed supply of 21 million coins. Short-term deflation may mask longer-term dollar weakness, a phenomenon Pompliano refers to as a “monetary slingshot” effect. Despite recent price pullbacks and a prevailing sense of “Extreme Fear” in the market, some observers caution that macro risks like fiat devaluation persist. Bitcoin’s value remains influenced by monetary policy, interest rates, and money supply dynamics. As macroeconomic conditions evolve, investors are reevaluating Bitcoin’s dual function as both a hedge and a store of value in an uncertain financial landscape.

TheNewsCrypto02/14 10:08

Psy Protocol Achieves 521,000 TPS on a Live Proof-of-Work Network, Offers $100,000 Bounty to Anyone Who Can Prove the Results Invalid

marsbit02/14 10:03

Binance’s CZ slams $1B Iran sanction allegations as ‘paid FUD’

Binance faces new allegations of compliance failures, with a Fortune report claiming the exchange processed $1 billion in transactions for sanctioned Iranian entities in 2025 and fired investigators who uncovered the activity. Founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ) dismissed the report as "paid FUD" or the work of a disgruntled ex-employee, while CEO Richard Teng called it irresponsible but acknowledged compliance is an ongoing challenge. The allegations come despite Binance's 2023 plea deal with the DOJ, which included independent monitoring until 2027. Iran's crypto activity surged to $10 billion in 2025, half linked to its government, raising U.S. Treasury concerns. Despite the claims, Binance saw stable reserves and no significant outflows, with BTC holdings even increasing.

ambcrypto02/14 10:02

French Police Arrest Trio After Attempted Kidnapping of Binance Leader

On February 12, 2026, an armed group attempted to kidnap Binance's French president, David Princay, near Paris. The hooded assailants, armed and searching for him at his residence, fled upon finding him absent but stole two mobile phones. Hours later, a similar assault occurred nearby, with investigators linking both incidents via CCTV footage of the same vehicle. French police coordinated a search, leading to the arrest of all three suspects on a train to Lyon later that day. Binance co-founder Yi He confirmed Princay and his family are safe. Authorities noted a rise in real-world crimes targeting crypto executives, shifting from online hacks to physical kidnapping attempts, emphasizing the growing need for personal security in the crypto industry.

TheNewsCrypto02/14 09:38

A $20 Million Loss Lesson: For Buying the Dip in U.S. Stocks, Just Remember These 'Three Dos and Three Don'ts'

"Losing 20 Million: A Painful Lesson on Bottom-Fishing in the U.S. Stock Market — Remember the 'Three Dos and Three Don'ts'" The author shares hard-earned insights after significant losses, concluding that while timing the peak is crucial for A-shares, bottom-fishing is key for U.S. stocks. The U.S. market's long-term upward trend makes buying the dip a core strategy, though it is psychologically challenging for many investors accustomed to A-shares' volatility. The article defines market corrections into three levels based on decline magnitude and duration: daily (5%+ drop or 2+ weeks), weekly (10%+ or 4+ weeks), and monthly (15%+ or 4+ months). Only 7 monthly corrections occurred in the S&P 500 over 20 years, each driven by macro events like rate hikes or crises. The core of U.S. stock bottom-fishing is a disciplined, batched approach. The "Three Dos and Three Don'ts" are: 1. Do plan batched entries; don’t make impulsive trades. 2. Prioritize "buying enough" over "buying cheap." 3. Use time-based batches (e.g., buying every few weeks) over price-based batches. For weekly corrections, a three-batch plan over ~10 weeks is suggested. For rarer monthly corrections, a 6-month plan with decreasing batch sizes (1/2, 1/3, 1/6) is advised. The strategy assumes the market’s long-term growth and relatively low volatility. The article also categorizes downturns: natural pullbacks, valuation-driven adjustments, and systemic crises (e.g., 2008, 2020). While black swan events are unpredictable, the key is to respond based on evolving realities rather than trying to predict them. The ultimate advice: stay engaged, assess risks as they develop, and remember that even severe crashes eventually recover.

marsbit02/14 09:28

Michael Saylor: Strategy Has No Liquidation Risk Until Bitcoin Falls to $8,000 — How Is That Possible?

Michael Saylor, executive chairman of MicroStrategy (now Strategy), asserts the company faces no liquidation risk unless Bitcoin's price falls to approximately $8,000. This is due to its strategic use of low-interest, long-dated convertible debt without margin-call triggers, rather than high-leverage loans. As of early 2026, the firm holds 713,502 BTC, valued at around $45.5 billion at a $65,000 Bitcoin price. Saylor frames Bitcoin as a long-term treasury reserve asset, not a speculative trade. The $8,000 threshold represents a theoretical scenario where the value of the company's Bitcoin holdings would equal its net debt, allowing full repayment of liabilities. However, including CEO Phong Le, stated the company would seek refinancing or issue equity before selling any Bitcoin, believing such a severe price drop is improbable. The strategy relies on Bitcoin's long-term appreciation, the company's operational cash flow, and the ability to navigate volatility without forced sales.

ccn.com02/14 09:14

Bitcoin price surges on CPI relief – Yet BTC’s $70K barrier remains!

Bitcoin's price surged nearly 4% following a lower-than-expected CPI report of 2.4%, marking its strongest intraday gain in two weeks. This triggered significant short liquidations, accounting for 85% of the $267 million flushed. However, the rally appears driven more by a short squeeze than genuine buying pressure. Despite the bounce, BTC faces a major resistance zone between $70k–$75k, with approximately $150 million in sell-side liquidity. On-chain data shows funding rates remain negative, indicating persistent bearish sentiment. While ETF inflows saw a slight recovery, bulls lack the momentum to decisively break through key resistance, leaving Bitcoin vulnerable to a potential correction.

ambcrypto02/14 09:02

The Economics of Human Nature from the Perspective of Black PR: What We See—Public Opinion, Foolish Opinion, or Fishing for Opinion?

This article analyzes the recent wave of negative public opinion targeting Binance through the lens of "black PR"—a form of organized, malicious public relations aimed at destroying a competitor's reputation. The author argues that such campaigns are not random but strategically designed using psychological principles, including the manipulation of crowd psychology (as in *The Crowd: A Study of the Popular Mind*), agenda-setting theory, and the spiral of silence. These tactics are deployed to create an illusion of widespread criticism, suppress opposing voices, and damage trust. The piece outlines a five-stage model of black PR operations: intelligence gathering, covert seeding of narratives, amplification by influencers, bot-driven amplification, and eventual withdrawal to avoid detection. It highlights telltale signs of orchestrated attacks, such as synchronized posting times, fake user accounts with uniform naming patterns, and identical fabricated content (e.g., AI-generated legal letters or withdrawal screenshots). The author presents circumstantial evidence suggesting Binance is currently a target, including analysis of bot accounts and unusual financial transactions—such as a $4,999 transfer from a Binance hot wallet to a social media manipulation platform—that coincide with peak negative coverage. Interestingly, a similar pattern was observed during earlier attacks on OKX. Ultimately, the article calls for an end to such destructive tactics, emphasizing that major exchanges like Binance and OKX—despite their flaws—are pillars of the crypto industry and should not be undermined by coordinated disinformation campaigns.

marsbit02/14 07:48