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MEXC COO Vugar Usi on Navigating Crypto’s 2026 Reset: Why Retail-First Exchanges Are Winning

MEXC COO Vugar Usi, speaking at the CoinGecko Meetup #33, discussed why retail-focused cryptocurrency exchanges are gaining traction despite increasing institutional involvement. Despite Bitcoin's decline from its October 2025 peak of $126,000 to below $69,000, Usi emphasized the importance of retail traders in navigating market volatility. He highlighted two major shifts: broader regulatory and institutional acceptance of crypto, and the evolution of exchanges into multi-functional "super apps." With over 90% of its 40 million users being retail traders—unlike competitors where 80% of volume is institutional—MEXC leverages its zero-fee model across 3,000+ listings, tokenized equities, and precious metals. Usi described this as a "sweet spot" between beginner platforms and decentralized exchanges. He stressed that trading volume, not just user numbers, indicates real success. Looking ahead to 2026, MEXC plans to enhance user protection measures, maintain its zero-fee structure, and continue supporting retail traders, expressing long-term confidence in Bitcoin and strategic opportunities at current market levels.

TheNewsCrypto02/09 10:50

MEXC COO Vugar Usi on Navigating Crypto’s 2026 Reset: Why Retail-First Exchanges Are Winning

TheNewsCrypto02/09 10:50

Fexlon Launches Globally in Early 2026, Advancing Trusted Digital Financial Infrastructure

Amid evolving global cryptocurrency regulations, Singapore-based exchange Fexlon launched globally in early 2026, offering a secure digital asset trading platform. Emphasizing trust, security, and compliance, Fexlon focuses on spot and derivatives trading through a self-developed system with distributed infrastructure to ensure stability and risk management. The platform, developed by a team with prior exchange experience, underwent rigorous testing before launch. A limited-time campaign rewards new users with a share of a 100,000 USDT prize pool. Fexlon is expanding into key markets like Indonesia while aligning with local regulations to support sustainable growth in digital finance.

TheNewsCrypto02/09 10:36

Fexlon Launches Globally in Early 2026, Advancing Trusted Digital Financial Infrastructure

TheNewsCrypto02/09 10:36

Crossing Boundaries, Embracing Integration for Renewal｜Agenda for the February 12 Crypto Finance Forum Released

A major Crypto Finance Forum, co-hosted by WLFI, Bakkt, HKU Business School's Executive Education, and ME Group, will be held at the University of Hong Kong on February 12, 2026. Under the vision of "Decoding Crypto, Reshaping the Future of Finance," the event aims to serve as a top-tier dialogue hub connecting East and West, academia and business, and traditional finance with the crypto industry. The forum will bring together global regulators, traditional finance executives, founders of crypto-native companies, and leading academics to explore institutional opportunities and new technological paradigms within regulatory frameworks. Key topics include stablecoin ecosystems, the institutional path forward for bridging traditional finance and digital assets, and the next evolution of Web3 infrastructure. Featured speakers include executives from Bakkt, WLFI, the University of Hong Kong, Solana Foundation, Tencent Cloud, HashKey Group, and Nano Labs, among others. The agenda includes keynote speeches, in-depth panel discussions, and debates on critical issues such as regulated entities versus permissionless DeFi and the value wave of asset tokenization. This high-density intellectual gathering is designed to provide deep insights and forward-looking perspectives, helping participants navigate the complex, rapidly evolving landscape of crypto finance and capture macro opportunities in the new era of digital assets.

比推02/09 10:24

Crossing Boundaries, Embracing Integration for Renewal｜Agenda for the February 12 Crypto Finance Forum Released

比推02/09 10:24

Coinbase Returns to Super Bowl With Backstreet Boys–Themed Ad

Coinbase has returned to the Super Bowl with a new ad inspired by the Backstreet Boys' 1997 hit "Everybody (Backstreet’s Back)." The one-minute spot features animated lyrics to create a shared, karaoke-like experience, aiming to highlight the growth of the crypto community. This marks the exchange's first Super Bowl ad since 2022, when a QR code commercial went viral and crashed its website. The new ad received mixed reactions online, with some users criticizing it amid market conditions, while others praised its simplicity. Coinbase responded to criticism by stating that the discussion itself meant the ad was effective.

TheNewsCrypto02/09 09:03

Coinbase Returns to Super Bowl With Backstreet Boys–Themed Ad

TheNewsCrypto02/09 09:03

Crypto.com Spends $70 Million to Acquire AI.com, ERC-8004 Boosts AI Agent Infrastructure

Crypto.com CEO Kris Marszalek has acquired the domain AI.com for $70 million, marking the largest domain purchase in history and signaling a strategic shift from serving human users to building infrastructure for AI agents. This move aligns with the emerging vision of Decentralized AI Finance (DeFAI), where autonomous AI agents—not humans—become primary financial users. Central to this transition is the ERC-8004 protocol, which enables AI agents to have verifiable on-chain identities and reputation systems. This allows AI to operate independently with its own wallet and credentials, rather than acting merely as a human-controlled tool. Crypto.com aims to position AI.com as a gateway for AI agents to access efficient, programmable financial services. Key challenges addressed include payments—where stablecoins offer 24/7 instant settlement suited to AI’s speed—and identity, where decentralized identifiers (DIDs) and zero-knowledge proofs enable trust without central intermediaries. This shift reflects a broader industry transition toward “Agentic Finance,” where AI-driven transactions could dominate market liquidity. If successful, Crypto.com may redefine crypto exchange competition by capturing the emerging AI-agent economy, potentially marginalizing traditional human-focused platforms. The $70 million investment is a bet on this future, where AI agents drive financial activity through semantic understanding and algorithmic execution.

marsbit02/09 08:50

Crypto.com Spends $70 Million to Acquire AI.com, ERC-8004 Boosts AI Agent Infrastructure

marsbit02/09 08:50

Crypto Ads Make Super Bowl Comeback in 2026: Here’s What Happened Last Time

Crypto ads made a cautious return to the Super Bowl in 2026 after a three-year absence, a stark contrast to the high-spending "Crypto Bowl" of 2022. This year’s event, dubbed the "AI Bowl," was dominated by artificial intelligence commercials from major tech firms. Crypto’s only notable appearance was a nostalgic Coinbase ad featuring Backstreet Boys karaoke, avoiding the technical hype of previous years. The low-key return reflects industry caution, as the 2022 ad blitz preceded a brutal bear market and the collapse of FTX. While crypto presence was minimal, it signaled a restrained re-emergence rather than a return to peak-era marketing.

ccn.com02/09 08:09

Crypto Ads Make Super Bowl Comeback in 2026: Here’s What Happened Last Time

ccn.com02/09 08:09

Crypto Liquid Funds Reassess Risk After Bitcoin’s Sharp Crash

Bitcoin's sharp decline of over 20% last week caught crypto liquid funds off guard, primarily due to rapid sentiment shifts and heavy spot sales rather than a single event. Fund managers noted that the selloff revealed persistent structural weaknesses, with contagion spreading from unwinding crowded trades. Many describe the current state as a "rolling bear market" in altcoins, which have been under pressure since late 2024. Performance varies significantly among funds, with concentrated portfolios of liquid, revenue-generating assets recovering faster. Multi-strategy funds are generating alpha through relative value trades and volatility arbitrage, while leveraged altcoin funds faced the most significant challenges. Most managers see little chance of a broad altcoin rally soon, instead focusing on sector-specific opportunities driven by fundamentals. There is growing concern that crypto is losing its edge to AI and tech innovations, though skilled managers continue to find opportunities in consolidation and strategic shifts.

TheNewsCrypto02/09 07:46

Crypto Liquid Funds Reassess Risk After Bitcoin’s Sharp Crash

TheNewsCrypto02/09 07:46

Cryptocurrency's Great Collapse: Veteran Yi Lihua Loses $700 Million in a Week

The cryptocurrency market experienced a historic crash, erasing all gains from the post-Trump rally, with Bitcoin recording its largest weekly drop in three years. Prominent Chinese crypto figure Yi Lihua suffered catastrophic losses, liquidating 400,000 Ethereum over six days for a total loss of approximately $780 million, becoming one of the most significant "whales" hunted during the downturn. The crash was triggered by a sharp drop in silver and gold prices, exacerbated by hawkish signals from the U.S. Federal Reserve. This led to a broad sell-off in risk assets, including cryptocurrencies. Traditional investors, who had entered the market via Bitcoin ETFs approved in 2024, were quick to exit, causing substantial outflows from these funds. Analysts pointed out that this bull cycle, unlike previous ones driven by technological innovations like DeFi or smart contracts, was primarily fueled by narratives—such as Trump's pro-crypto policies and MicroStrategy's corporate treasury model—rather than fundamental advancements. This lack of substantive innovation made the market's high valuations particularly vulnerable when macro conditions shifted. The event is seen as a brutal end to the old "narrative-driven" era of crypto, forcing the market to seek real value anchors. While some funds have begun bottom-fishing, the short-term outlook remains bleak, with Bitcoin struggling to recover from its lows around $68,000.

marsbit02/09 06:08

Cryptocurrency's Great Collapse: Veteran Yi Lihua Loses $700 Million in a Week

marsbit02/09 06:08

Kyle Criticizes Hyperliquid Four Days After Leaving, Arthur Hayes Responds with a $100,000 Bet

In the midst of a market downturn, Hyperliquid ($HYPE) has nearly doubled in value since January, drawing both praise and criticism. Kyle Samani, the recently departed co-founder of Multicoin Capital, publicly criticized the project, calling it representative of crypto's classic problems: founders "fleeing their home country," facilitating crime, being closed-source, and permissioned. Arthur Hayes, BitMEX co-founder, responded not by addressing the criticisms but by proposing a $100,000 bet: that HYPE would outperform any large-cap crypto of Kyle’s choosing from February 10th to July 31st. Kyle did not accept the wager, aligning with his earlier, since-deleted tweet expressing that crypto is "not as interesting as many thought." The article dissects Kyle's critiques, noting that Hyperliquid's operational structure (offshore entity, U.S. user ban) is standard industry practice. It suggests his harsh tone may stem from a personal desire to distance himself from the industry post-departure, contrasting with his former firm, Multicoin, which was revealed to have built a significant $46 million position in HYPE around the time of his exit. The exchange highlights a classic crypto divide: those who have left the "table" often critique from an ethical standpoint ("should"), while those still invested argue primarily with price action ("will it pump"). The discussion quickly devolved into personal attacks about wealth and portfolio performance, underscoring how deeply entrenched financial interests are in shaping narratives within the space.

marsbit02/09 04:53

Kyle Criticizes Hyperliquid Four Days After Leaving, Arthur Hayes Responds with a $100,000 Bet

marsbit02/09 04:53

The Day CZ Missed the Best Investment of His Life, Crypto Missed AI

In 2014, CZ sold his Shanghai apartment to buy 1,500 BTC—a legendary investment in crypto history. But years later, he missed an even bigger opportunity: acquiring FTX in 2021. During FTX liquidity crisis negotiations, Binance signed a non-binding LOI to acquire the exchange but backed out within a day, citing issues “beyond control.” Unbeknownst to many, FTX held a hidden gem: a $500 million investment in AI startup Anthropic, acquired in 2021 for a 13.56% stake (later diluted to 7.84%). Post-ChatGPT, Anthropic’s valuation soared. It’s nearing a new funding round at a potential $350 billion valuation. FTX’s stake would now be worth ~$27.4 billion—enough to cover its collapse losses multiple times. Instead, FTX’s bankruptcy estate sold the shares for over $1.3 billion to traditional investors like Jane Street and Fidelity—not crypto firms. This missed chance represents what could have been a powerful intersection of Crypto and AI, with potential innovations lost as the opportunity moved entirely into traditional finance hands.

marsbit02/09 04:22

The Day CZ Missed the Best Investment of His Life, Crypto Missed AI

marsbit02/09 04:22

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