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18 February 2025 15:53

Barstool Sports Founder Dave Portnoy's $170,000 Mistake With LIBRA Token Fuels 3,000% Spike
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/barstool-sports-founder-dave-portnoys-dollar170000-mistake-with-libra-token-fuels-3000percent-spike

MediaBarstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy has unintentionally invested nearly $170,000 in a lesser-known LIBRA token, leading to significant price fluctuations.

CoinMarketCap Announcements

18 February 2025 15:53

Hyperliquid's HyperEVM Goes Live on Mainnet, Promoting General-Purpose Programmability
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/hyperliquids-hyperevm-goes-live-on-mainnet-promoting-general-purpose-programmability

MediaHyperliquid has officially launched its Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM), known as HyperEVM, on its mainnet.

CoinMarketCap Announcements

18 February 2025 09:13

Bitcoin Investment Products Lose $430 Million as Inflation Concerns and Fed’s Caution Drive Market Shifts
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/bitcoin-investment-products-lose-dollar430-million-as-inflation-concerns-and-feds-caution-drive-market-shifts

MediaBitcoin investment products saw substantial outflows last week, totaling $430 million, marking the first major decline of 2025.

CoinMarketCap Announcements

18 February 2025 08:58

Bitcoin Faces Potential Drop as "Death Crosses" Signal Retest of $92,000 Support
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/bitcoin-faces-potential-drop-as-death-crosses-signal-retest-of-dollar92000-support

MediaBitcoin’s price faces potential downward movement as technical indicators signal a possible retest of support levels.

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17 February 2025 15:38

Scammers Launch Fake KSA Meme Coin Impersonating Saudi Crown Prince
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/scammers-launch-fake-ksa-meme-coin-impersonating-saudi-crown-prince

MediaScammers have exploited the growing trend of celebrity-backed cryptocurrencies by launching a fraudulent meme coin titled "KSA," impersonating Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.

CoinMarketCap Announcements

17 February 2025 14:04

Argentinian President Javier Milei Charged With Fraud Amid $LIBRA Token Collapse
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/argentinian-president-javier-milei-charged-with-fraud-amid-dollarlibra-token-collapse

MediaArgentinian President Javier Milei faces fraud charges related to his involvement in the $LIBRA token project, which recently experienced a dramatic collapse, losing 95% of its value.

CoinMarketCap Announcements

17 February 2025 12:09

[CMC Labs] Big move for Web3 gaming! 🎮

GAIMIN's new Smart Wallet makes managing game assets as easy as hitting 'Play'!

Read more 👉 https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/gaimin-launches-their-smart-wallet-gsw-to-revolutionize-gaming-and-web3-asset-management

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CoinMarketCap Announcements

17 February 2025 09:23

Over 600,000 New Crypto Tokens Launched in January, Raising Liquidity Concerns
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/over-600000-new-crypto-tokens-launched-in-january-raising-liquidity-concerns

MediaIn January 2025, more than 600,000 new crypto tokens were launched, marking a significant increase compared to the same period in 2024.

CoinMarketCap Announcements

17 February 2025 09:23

Indian Authorities Seize $190 Million in Crypto Linked to BitConnect Ponzi Scheme, Track Fugitive Founder
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/indian-authorities-seize-dollar190-million-in-crypto-linked-to-bitconnect-ponzi-scheme-track-fugitive-founder

MediaIndian authorities have seized nearly $190 million in cryptocurrency linked to the BitConnect Ponzi scheme, which collapsed in 2018.

CoinMarketCap Announcements

14 February 2025 13:43

Record $10.1 Billion Inbound Volume Reached by Solana Bridges
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/record-dollar101-billion-inbound-volume-reached-by-solana-bridges

MediaSolana's bridges have achieved a significant milestone, reaching an all-time inbound volume of $10.1 billion as of Feb. 10, 2025, according to a data dashboard by analyst h4wk.

CoinMarketCap Announcements

14 February 2025 13:43

Zoo Game Announces Mining Results Following Jan. 31 Conclusion
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/zoo-game-announces-mining-results-following-jan-31-conclusion

MediaThe Zoo Game, a popular Telegram-based virtual zoo management platform, has officially announced the results of its mining phase, which concluded on Jan. 31, 2025.

CoinMarketCap Announcements

14 February 2025 09:13

CZ Zhao’s Dog Name “Broccoli” Sparks Creation of 400+ Meme Coins, One Hits $400 Million Market Cap
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/cz-zhaos-dog-name-broccoli-sparks-creation-of-400-meme-coins-one-hits-dollar400-million-market-cap

MediaChangpeng "CZ" Zhao, former CEO of Binance, recently revealed that his dog’s name is Broccoli, sparking a wave of meme coin creations.

CoinMarketCap Announcements

14 February 2025 09:13

Bitcoin Retail Outflows Reach $494M, Whale Accumulation Signals Potential Market Bottom
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/bitcoin-retail-outflows-reach-dollar494m-whale-accumulation-signals-potential-market-bottom

MediaBitcoin's retail market is experiencing a downturn, with the number of wallets holding non-zero balances falling to a five-month low of 52.45 million, as reported by Glassnode.

CoinMarketCap Announcements

13 February 2025 14:13

Texas Lawmakers Refile Bitcoin Reserve Bill, Expanding To Include Other Cryptocurrencies
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/texas-lawmakers-refile-bitcoin-reserve-bill-expanding-to-include-other-cryptocurrencies

MediaTexas state lawmakers have reintroduced a bill aimed at establishing a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, now designated as SB 21, which allows for investments in additional crypto.

CoinMarketCap Announcements

13 February 2025 14:13

World Liberty Financial Co-Founder’s X Account Hacked, Spreading Fake Meme Coin Linked to Barron Trump
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/world-liberty-financial-co-founders-x-account-hacked-spreading-fake-meme-coin-linked-to-barron-trump

MediaOn Wednesday, the X account of Zach Witkoff, co-founder of World Liberty Financial, was hacked, leading to the promotion of a fraudulent meme coin project associated with Barron Trump.

CoinMarketCap Announcements

18 February 2025 15:53

Major 2.0 Gaming Season Set To Launch This February
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/major-20-gaming-season-set-to-launch-this-february

MediaThe Second Gaming Season for Major 2.0 is set to kick off this month, bringing a fresh wave of updates and features aimed at enhancing the gaming experience.

CoinMarketCap Announcements

18 February 2025 09:18

Jupiter: Milei-Endorsed Libra Token Was ‘Open Secret’ in Meme Coin Circles Before $100 Million Crash
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/jupiter-milei-endorsed-libra-token-was-open-secret-in-meme-coin-circles-before-dollar100-million-crash

MediaJupiter Exchange, a decentralized exchange, is under scrutiny following the collapse of the LIBRA token, a Solana-based meme coin endorsed by Argentine President Javier Milei.

CoinMarketCap Announcements

18 February 2025 08:58

Standard Chartered, Animoca Brands, and HKT Partner To Launch Hong Kong Dollar-Backed Stablecoin as Regulatory Framework Advances
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/standard-chartered-animoca-brands-and-hkt-partner-to-launch-hong-kong-dollar-backed-stablecoin-as-regulatory-framework-advances

MediaStandard Chartered, Animoca Brands, and HKT have partnered to launch a Hong Kong dollar-backed stablecoin.

CoinMarketCap Announcements

18 February 2025 08:58

MEMX Files for XRP ETF as SEC Reviews Multiple Crypto Fund Applications
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/memx-files-for-xrp-etf-as-sec-reviews-multiple-crypto-fund-applications

MediaMEMX has filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to list an XRP exchange-traded fund (ETF), classifying it as a commodity-based trust.

CoinMarketCap Announcements

17 February 2025 15:32

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🔹 Libra token scandal hits Argentine president.
🔹 FTX to unlock $2.06B worth of SOL in March.
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CoinMarketCap Announcements

17 February 2025 13:53

Blockchain Analysts Uncover Potential Links Between Libra and Melania Meme Coins
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/blockchain-analysts-uncover-potential-links-between-libra-and-melania-meme-coins

MediaBlockchain analytics firm Bubblemaps has identified on-chain connections between the teams behind the Libra and Melania meme coins.

CoinMarketCap Announcements

17 February 2025 09:23

BNB Chain Surpasses Solana and Ethereum in Daily Fees for the First Time Since 2024
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/bnb-chain-surpasses-solana-and-ethereum-in-daily-fees-for-the-first-time-since-2024

MediaBNB Chain surpassed Solana in daily transaction fees on Feb. 13, 2025, with over $5.8 million in fees, outpacing Solana’s $3.3 million.

CoinMarketCap Announcements

17 February 2025 09:23

BNB Chain Implements Major Update as Gas Fees Surge 400% Due to Meme Coin Activity
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/bnb-chain-implements-major-update-as-gas-fees-surge-400percent-due-to-meme-coin-activity

MediaBNB Chain has rolled out a significant upgrade to its BNB Smart Chain (BSC) network, responding to the surge in gas fees caused by increased meme coin activity.

CoinMarketCap Announcements

17 February 2025 09:23

Ethereum Traders Bet on Price Surge as 70% of Options Are Calls, But $500M Liquidation Risk Looms
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/ethereum-traders-bet-on-price-surge-as-70percent-of-options-are-calls-but-dollar500m-liquidation-risk-looms

MediaEthereum traders are navigating a mixed market as options data shows a strong bullish bias but with notable hedging against potential downside risks.

CoinMarketCap Announcements

14 February 2025 13:43

FBI Investigation Leads to Guilty Pleas in HashFlare $577 Million Fraud Case
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/fbi-investigation-leads-to-guilty-pleas-in-hashflare-dollar577-million-fraud-case

MediaTwo Estonian nationals, Sergei Potapenko and Ivan Turõgin, have pleaded guilty to operating a crypto Ponzi scheme through their cloud mining service, HashFlare.

CoinMarketCap Announcements

14 February 2025 09:13

U.S. Bitcoin Miners Face Delays and Rising Costs as 2,000 Bitmain Mining Rigs Held Up in Customs
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/us-bitcoin-miners-face-delays-and-rising-costs-as-2000-bitmain-mining-rigs-held-up-in-customs

MediaU.S. mining companies are facing significant delays in receiving Bitcoin mining equipment from Bitmain due to tighter scrutiny from U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP).

CoinMarketCap Announcements

14 February 2025 09:13

Tether May Be Forced To Sell Bitcoin To Meet Proposed U.S. Stablecoin Rules, Says JPMorgan
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/tether-may-be-forced-to-sell-bitcoin-to-meet-proposed-us-stablecoin-rules-says-jpmorgan

MediaJPMorgan analysts have warned that Tether may need to sell off non-compliant assets, including Bitcoin, precious metals, corporate paper, and secured loans.

CoinMarketCap Announcements

14 February 2025 08:48

Opensea Launches OS2 Beta, Teases Sea Token Airdrop as NFT Trading Picks Up
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/opensea-launches-os2-beta-teases-sea-token-airdrop-as-nft-trading-picks-up

MediaOpenSea has launched the beta version of OS2, a completely rebuilt version of its NFT marketplace, and announced plans for the SEA token.

CoinMarketCap Announcements

13 February 2025 14:13

Coinbase Engages With India’s FIU for Possible Market Re-Entry
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/coinbase-engages-with-indias-fiu-for-possible-market-re-entry

MediaCoinbase is reportedly in discussions with India's Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) as it seeks to re-enter the Indian market.

CoinMarketCap Announcements

13 February 2025 12:10

📊 CMC Research: January 2025 Monthly Round-Up.

Experience a month of milestones as Bitcoin hits $109K ATH, ETFs attract $8.86B in inflows, and the new U.S. administration charts a crypto-friendly course with groundbreaking policy shifts.

Read our full analysis 👉 https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/reflexivity-research-january-2025-in-review