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The domestic stock market is showing strength.

According to news from the Korean Exchange on the morning of the same day, the KOSPI index rose by 189.13 points (+3.82%) compared to the previous trading day, trading at 5,138.80 points.

In the main board market, institutions showed a net buying advantage of 327.4 billion won, while individuals and foreigners showed net selling advantages of 241.5 billion won and 64 billion won, respectively.

Leading stocks by market capitalization in KOSPI: Samsung Electronics (005930)(+5.72%) SK Hynix (000660)(+6.39%) Hyundai Motor (005380)(+1.57%) Samsung Electronics Preferred Stock (005935)(+4.54%) LG Energy (373220)(+1.84%) Samsung Biologics (207940)(+0.76%) SK Square (402340)(+6.14%) Hanwha Aerospace (012450)(+4.76%) HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (329180)(+2.37%) Kia (000270)(+0.13%)

The recently released 'Jeffrey Epstein Files' has also raised disturbing questions for the cryptocurrency industry. As Epstein's connections to the early Bitcoin ecosystem come to light, some have even suggested the criticism of "Was Bitcoin tainted from the start?" On social media, claims that Epstein was the puppet master behind Bitcoin, along with conspiracy theories that the ideal of decentralization has been tainted by criminal funds, are spreading together.

However, anger and disgust cannot replace factual judgment. In what way did Epstein engage with Bitcoin, and did his funding really undermine the system itself? We need to strip away the inflammatory interpretations and calmly examine the context and structure of that time.

Ethereum FHE token "Zama" debuted with a valuation of 400 billion KRW...down 30% from the initial price

The new token "ZAMA," based on Ethereum's fully homomorphic encryption technology, has garnered attention since its launch. However, the price significantly dropped shortly after listing, resulting in mixed market reactions.

Zama, as the first case to fully apply FHE technology on the Ethereum mainnet, is considered a technological advancement in the field of privacy and security. Zama adopted its own technology to protect bidder information through a "privacy Dutch auction" method in this token sale that raised a total of $118.5 million (approximately 172.2 billion KRW), attracting market attention.

The mainnet upgrade of "Stable", sponsored by Binance, is imminent, reaching an all-time high

The price of the token for the Layer1 blockchain project "Stable", sponsored by Binance, surged before the mainnet upgrade, hitting an all-time high. This increase is interpreted as being driven by market expectations for network improvements brought by the upgrade.

The native token of Stable, "STABLE", reached an all-time high of $0.03 (approximately 44 Korean Won) on January 29 and February 2. This is a 43% increase within a week. The upgrade is scheduled for February 4, with version number 1.2.0.

According to a blog post, the focus of this upgrade is on "enhancing token usability, improving developer convenience, and strengthening chain observation capabilities". Notably, the payment method for Gas fees will change from the original wrapped gUSDT to a cross-chain USDT version called "USDT0". This seems to be a measure to improve the mainnet's completion.

Last Friday, silver prices recorded the largest drop in history, and gold also saw its largest single-day drop in decades. Following the unforgettable 'Black Friday,' the precious metals market in Asia experienced another intense fluctuation at the beginning of the week.

The recent market trends are similar to the sell-off wave in October 2025, but the intensity is much more extreme. At that time, a large sell-off of GLD (Gold ETF) triggered algorithmic liquidations, while this time high-frequency trading has accelerated the decline.

At the moment when investor fear reaches its peak, Wall Street's 'big players' and the 'retail investors' in the market are showing completely opposite actions. We diagnose the future market direction through internal analysis from Goldman Sachs' trading department and the landscape of the global retail market.

Stablecoin outflows surge... the contraction of Bitcoin liquidity has intensified the overall market 'risk aversion'.

As the liquidity of the cryptocurrency market significantly shrinks, investment sentiment towards major assets like Bitcoin is rapidly cooling. On-chain analytics firm CryptoQuant noted in a recent report that the inflow of stablecoins into centralized exchanges is sharply decreasing. This trend indicates that market participants are choosing to hedge and withdraw funds from the market.

Reports indicate that the inflow of stablecoins into exchanges is traditionally seen as an indirect indicator of potential capital entering the market. In other words, the flow of deposits and withdrawals of stablecoins can measure investors' willingness to enter the market and their risk preferences. However, since last December, this trend has begun to slow down, and market conditions are deteriorating.

In the past 24 hours, approximately $324.6 million (about 4.74 trillion Korean won) in leveraged positions have been liquidated in the cryptocurrency market.

According to the current aggregated data, long positions account for 64.81% and short positions account for 35.19% of the liquidated positions.

4-hour liquidation data from various exchanges / CoinGlass

From the liquidation situation of various exchanges, Binance leads with a total liquidation amount of $10.13 million (31.2% of the total), with long positions accounting for 67.61%.

The exchange with the second most liquidations is Bybit, with $4.43 million (13.64%) in positions liquidated, where long positions account for 74.51%.

Ethereum broke below the $2500 mark... the rebound amid downward pressure is merely a 'technical adjustment'.

Ethereum (ETH) sharply broke below the structural support line of $2500 (approximately 36.36 million KRW), continuing the strong downward trend. Analysis suggests that recent selling pressure stems from forced liquidations, and in the short term, the market is more inclined to focus on the possibility of further declines rather than the influx of low-price buying.

Ethereum encountered strong resistance in the range of $3300-$3400 (approximately 48 million - 49.44 million KRW) after breaking away from the upward trend line and reversed. This range is near a high point where significant selling pressure has accumulated, and it is also where the market confirmed a strong downward reversal. Subsequently, the price was quickly suppressed to the demand zone of $2100-$2200 (approximately 30.54 million - 31.99 million KRW). This area is a key support region where buying pressure had previously gathered, and it is crucial for assessing the possibility of a rebound in the near term.

XRP, has the bear market officially started? Support levels have been breached, and selling pressure continues.

XRP is showing a deep downtrend, continuously breaking through key technical support ranges. Although the recent price has entered a major demand area, the upward momentum remains insufficient. The market is likely to continue in an adjustment phase in the short term.

Bearish structure solidified... Limited rebound space before recovering to $2.00

From the daily chart, XRP is operating along a clear downtrend structure. The price continues to show a pattern of 'lower lows' and 'lower highs', reinforcing the downtrend. Currently, the price has reached the major support line around $1.50 (approximately 2182 KRW), an area formed by buying strength in the past.

Tron founder Sun Yuchen is embroiled in insider trading suspicions.

Famous cryptocurrency billionaire and Tron founder Sun Yuchen has recently become the center of controversy due to allegations of insider trading and market manipulation. This matter intertwines with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's fraud charges against him, coupled with recent new revelations, leading to increasingly intense confrontations between the parties.

The cloud of suspicion began with the remarks of financial analyst Tenten. She recently claimed on her X account that she was Sun Yuchen's lover in early 2017 during the Tron era and noticed signs of insider trading in the process. She specifically pointed out that Sun Yuchen used several of his employees based in Beijing to directly operate accounts on Binance, artificially raising the TRX price and conducting large-scale sell-offs.

In the fourth quarter of 2025, the Avalanche protocol became the core stage for the transformation of on-chain physical assets and financial services. According to the latest report released by Messari Research, as BlackRock tokenized $500 million in assets on the Avalanche protocol through the BUIDL fund, the total locked value of its physical assets grew by 68.6% compared to the previous quarter and surged by 949.3% year-on-year, reaching $1.33 billion. This is an unprecedented achievement in the cryptocurrency market.

The report points out that with ETF managers like Bitwise and VanEck incorporating network staking into their ETF application documents, they have officially entered the Avalanche ecosystem. Among them, Bitwise plans to stake up to 70% of its assets, thereby providing native yield for ETF investors. This attempt is quite rare in traditional ETF structures and can be interpreted as a precursor to direct access to the regulatory infrastructure of intrinsic yield in crypto networks.

Techub News: Samuel Tse, Head of Investment, Collaboration, and Advisory at Animoca Brands, has confirmed attendance at the 'Global Web3 Developers Conference 2026.' Animoca Brands is a global leader in digital assets, dedicated to building blockchain and tokenized assets to advance future Web3 innovations. The company is known for building digital asset platforms (such as Moca Network, Open Campus, and The Sandbox) as well as institutional-grade assets; providing digital asset services to help Web3 companies launch and grow; and investing in cutting-edge Web3 technologies, with a portfolio of over 600 companies and token assets.

Cryptocurrency is surpassing the experimental realm of blockchain technology, emerging as a mature financial asset. In this context, Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) have become a core tool connecting traditional finance with the digital asset ecosystem. Over the past decade, factors such as custody risks, regulatory uncertainties, and tax complexities have made cryptocurrencies difficult for institutional investors to access. Cryptocurrency ETFs are leading the expansion of market participation by eliminating these barriers to entry and providing a safer, more standardized investment framework.

Cryptocurrency ETFs are financial products designed to track the market prices of Bitcoin or Ethereum, allowing investors to trade them like ordinary stocks without worrying about private key or wallet security issues. They not only enhance accessibility but are also an important means of meeting traditional institutional compliance requirements. Particularly for institutions like pension funds and insurance companies that cannot directly invest in unapproved assets due to internal regulations, ETFs provide an indirect way to gain exposure to cryptocurrency risks. Since the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) approved the Bitcoin spot ETF, cryptocurrency has officially begun its transformation from a speculative technology asset to a mainstream financial product.

Written by: Deep Tide TechFlow



During Token2049 in September 2024, Sui announced it would become the official blockchain partner of the fighting event ONE Championship.



This collaboration covers broadcasts in over 190 countries, making the droplet-shaped Sui logo stand out prominently on the ring's fence.



This scene, when looked back on today, feels more like a metaphor.





The public chain track in 2025 is itself an elimination race. The market is experiencing severe turbulence, with many previously prominent projects falling silent, some halting updates, and others going directly to zero. There are actually only a few competitors left in the field.

Organizer: Cora



ETHDenver 2026 will be held in Denver, USA from February 17 to 21. This year's theme, 'Captain Ethereum and the Rise of New BUIDL City,' marks a significant evolution of ETHDenver. Whether you are building decentralized applications (dApps), exploring decentralized finance (DeFi), designing smart contracts, or planning the future of Web3, ETHDenver 2026 will provide you with an open and vibrant environment. Let's get ready for an exciting five-day event!



Subject: Camp BUIDL





Time: February 15, 2026 - February 17, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (GMT-7)

Written by: Momir

Translated by: Shan Ouba, Golden Finance



The core view of the artificial intelligence deflation theory



The mainstream view is that artificial intelligence and robotics will significantly enhance production efficiency and create a situation of abundant material wealth, and the surge in production scale will inevitably push prices down under market equilibrium.



This logic seems valid within the realm of microeconomics, but it does not hold up on a macro level. Its obvious flaw is that the theory focuses only on one side of the economic equation — production and prices — while neglecting the complete equation of money supply: MV=PY (where M represents money supply, V represents the velocity of money, P represents the price level, and Y represents total output of society).

Techub News reports that the cross-chain liquidity protocol CrossCurve has released a security update stating that the previous vulnerability has been controlled. Hackers extracted EYWA tokens from the Ethereum network bridge, but since the XT exchange has frozen the deposit function of these tokens on Ethereum, the hackers are currently unable to sell them. CrossCurve claims that the EYWA tokens on the Arbitrum network are safe. The officials are currently in contact with centralized exchanges such as KuCoin, Gate, MEXC, BingX, and BitMart to ensure that the stolen tokens cannot enter circulation and affect the token supply. The team is conducting a comprehensive investigation into the details of the vulnerability and other stolen assets to prevent similar attacks in the future. Techub News reported today that the CrossCurve cross-chain bridge was attacked, resulting in a loss of approximately $3 million.

Written by: Sam Kessler, Rebecca Ballhaus, Eliot Brown, Angus Berwick, The Wall Street Journal

Compiled by: Luffy, Foresight News

 

According to company documents and sources familiar with the matter, four days before Donald Trump's inauguration as president last year, an aide to a member of the Abu Dhabi royal family secretly signed an agreement with the Trump family to acquire a 49% stake in their cryptocurrency startup for $500 million. The buyer paid half the amount upfront, with $187 million transferred directly to a Trump family entity.

 

This previously unreported deal with World Liberty Financial was signed by the president's son, Eric Trump. Documents show that at least another $31 million will go to a family-affiliated entity of the company's co-founder, Steve Witkoff, just weeks after Witkoff was appointed U.S. envoy to the Middle East.