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Bitcoin price has climbed back toward the $70,000 level after a softer-than-expected U.S. inflation report eased investor concerns and revived risk appetite across global markets. The improved macroeconomic outlook has fueled a broader crypto market recovery, pushing total market capitalization up 1.55% in the last 24 hours to $2.4 trillion.

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MSTR stock surged nearly 9% in after-hours trading on Friday as Bitcoin approached the $70,000 mark, fueled by softer-than-expected U.S. inflation data. The latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) report showed inflation cooling to 2.4%, the lowest level in four years, with consumer prices rising just 0.2% month-over-month.

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Bitcoin price rebounded above the $70,000 level today, offering short-term relief to investors after weeks of heavy losses. Despite the recovery, BTC remains down 27.9% over the past month, reflecting ongoing volatility in the broader crypto market.

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The CEO of Praetorian Group International has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for running a global bitcoin Ponzi scheme that defrauded more than 90,000 investors of over $201 million. Deceptive Trading Promises A U.S.

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A key valuation indicator today places bitcoin at an unprecedented level since March 2023, a period when BTC traded around 20,000 dollars. After several months of correction following its last all-time high, the market shows a reading rarely seen during the cycle.

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The PancakeSwap V2 pool for OCAUSDC on BSC was exploited in a suspicious transaction detected today. The attack resulted in the loss of almost $500,000 worth of USDC market, drained in a single transaction.

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Optimizing trading software requires eliminating database lookups and simplifying computations for speed and efficiency. Custom silicon is challenging in high-frequency trading due to rapid algorithm changes.

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The crypto market in 2025 was a paradox, being both the best and worst year, reflecting mixed investor sentiments. A predictable maturity curve is emerging in the crypto market, indicating a shift towards rationality.

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The current market landscape for Bitcoin remains largely bearish following a net 2.41% loss over the past week. While Bitcoin is presently stabilizing around $68,000, the digital asset remains about 46% off its all-time high ($126,100) recorded in late 2025.

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Aggregated data shows rising long and short positions as traders await market direction

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As the week unfolds, the cryptocurrency market has seen a slight recovery, with Dogecoin, Solana, and Cardano experiencing minor surges. The market capitalization has increased by 3.66% in the last 24 hours to reach 2.36 trillion.

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Robert Mitchnick reports minimal IBIT redemptions during recent Bitcoin price swings

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Open-source toolkit allows AI systems to send and receive bitcoin without human intervention or APIs

 

On Feb. 13, 2026, Tomasz Stańczak said he will step down as co-executive director of the Ethereum Foundation, with Bastian Aue taking over the role, as reported by The Block

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Litecoin finished strong yesterday. The cryptocurrency pushed right up against the $57 resistance mark, and bulls think they can break through.

 

Analysis reveals cryptocurrency captures minimal share of $100 trillion asset landscape despite growth

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Ark Invest CEO Cathie Wood argues that Bitcoin is not only a hedge against inflation, but also a hedge against rapid deflation caused by technological acceleration. Cathie Wood spoke with Anthony Pompliano at Bitcoin Investor Week to discuss a myriad of different economic topics.

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South Korean authorities have confirmed that 22 bitcoin, worth about $1.5 million, vanished from a cold wallet held by the Seoul Gangnam Police Station in a 2021 financial crime case.

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Technical analyst maps untested lows across KuCoin, Bitfinex, and Binance amid mean-reversion patterns

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Speculation around XRP is gaining momentum after reports surfaced of a private, closed-door meeting between executives from SWIFT and Ripple. While no official statements have been released, the idea that leaders from the world's dominant interbank messaging network and one of blockchain's most established payments firms may have met discreetly has captured the market's attention.

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Litecoin has closed the daily session on a bullish note, signaling renewed short-term momentum as price presses against a key resistance level. With $57 now acting as the immediate barrier, a decisive breakout and sustained hold above this zone could open the door for the next leg higher, potentially accelerating upside toward the mid-$60s.

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A price drop to $0.80 was realistic, but not imminent- watch out for a short squeeze before the final market bottom.

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michael saylor's latest social post urging investors to consider Bitcoin today refocuses attention on how MicroStrategy (MSTR) amplifies crypto market cycles through corporate finance. The message matters beyond social media because MicroStrategy's treasury model and capital structure can influence shareholder risk and perceived Bitcoin (BTC) sensitivity.

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Online chatter is intensifying around a striking idea: autonomous AI agents may be gravitating toward bitcoin as their preferred rail for cyber sovereignty and permissionless finance, potentially reshaping market dynamics between humans and machines.

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XRP price rose 4.5% near $1.50 as Binance reserves fell to 2.5B coins, their lowest since early 2024, amid broader crypto recovery.