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Bank of America Upgrades Coinbase to Buy
Bank of America upgraded Coinbase to a buy rating, citing the exchange’s expansion into equities trading, prediction markets, and tokenized assets.
Bank of America upgraded Coinbase shares to a buy rating, arguing the exchange is evolving beyond a pure crypto trading platform into a broader financial services company. In a research note, the bank cited Coinbase’s push into weekday equities trading, derivatives, and prediction markets as key drivers of longer-term value creation.
The firm highlighted recent product announcements, including plans for 24-5 stock and ETF trading, equity-linked perpetuals outside the US, and a prediction markets offering through a regulated partner. Bank of America also pointed to Coinbase’s Ethereum-based Base network and its consideration of a native token as potential sources of diversification and incremental revenue.
Despite recent weakness in Coinbase’s stock price, analysts said the company is increasingly less dependent on crypto trading volumes alone. From an institutional perspective, the expansion reflects competitive pressure among exchanges to offer multi-asset access while operating within regulated market structures.
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Morgan Stanley Plans Digital Asset Wallet Launch
Morgan Stanley plans to launch a digital asset wallet in 2026, expanding its crypto offering to include cryptocurrencies and tokenized real-world assets.
Morgan Stanley plans to launch a digital asset wallet in 2026 as part of a broader expansion of its crypto and blockchain-related offerings. The wallet is expected to support cryptocurrencies alongside tokenized real-world assets, including stocks, bonds, and real estate, with additional asset classes to be added over time. The move reflects the firm’s effort to integrate digital assets more directly into its wealth and brokerage platforms.
The wallet initiative follows earlier announcements that Morgan Stanley will allow users of its E*Trade platform to trade major cryptocurrencies beginning in 2026. The firm has also filed multiple applications with US regulators for spot Bitcoin and Solana exchange-traded funds, as well as a staked Ether ETF, signaling deeper involvement across custody, trading, and investment products.
Institutionally, the launch highlights growing convergence between traditional finance and digital asset infrastructure. As tokenization gains traction among banks and asset managers, Morgan Stanley’s approach underscores competitive pressure among large financial institutions to offer integrated digital asset services within regulated frameworks.
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Polymarket Account Behind $400K Maduro Bet Becomes Inaccessible
A Polymarket account that earned approximately $400,000 from a timely bet on Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro’s ouster is no longer accessible on the platform.
A Polymarket account that yielded roughly $400,000 from a high-profile bet on Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro’s ouster has become inaccessible on the prediction market platform. The account, identified by wallet address “0x31a56e,” placed about $32,000 on Maduro’s removal just before news of his capture by US forces, but its profile now returns an error message, while other user pages remain available. The development adds to ongoing scrutiny of prediction market activity and governance.
Blockchain data shows the associated wallet received about $436,700 in USDC shortly after the contract resolved and moved approximately $437,800 out hours later. It also placed linked wagers on related political and military outcomes in the same period, prompting observers to question whether the timing reflected access to nonpublic information or a coincidence. Polymarket has not publicly commented on whether the account was intentionally removed, the result of a technical issue, or deleted by the user under its privacy provisions.
The incident has drawn attention from lawmakers and market participants concerned about transparency and fairness in decentralized prediction markets. In response to similar episodes, US Representative Ritchie Torres has proposed legislation to curb insider trading in prediction markets, particularly for government officials or those with access to privileged information. Broader discussion has also emerged around regulatory frameworks and the need for clearer rules governing prediction market operations as on-chain trading interfaces with real-world events and regulatory expectations.
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Coincheck Agrees to Buy 3iQ in $112M Stock Deal
Coincheck Group will acquire Canadian digital asset manager 3iQ in a $112 million stock transaction, expanding its reach in regulated crypto investment products.
Coincheck Group, the Nasdaq-listed parent of a major Japanese cryptocurrency exchange, has agreed to acquire a 97% stake in Canadian digital asset manager 3iQ in a stock transaction valued at approximately $112 million. The deal values 3iQ shares at $4 each and is expected to close in the second quarter, pending regulatory approvals.
Founded in 2012, 3iQ specializes in regulated digital asset investment products, including exchange-listed crypto funds, staking-based ETFs, and managed strategies tailored primarily to institutional investors. The acquisition would give Coincheck greater exposure to regulated asset management and deepen its footprint in North America.
The transaction reflects a broader industry trend of crypto exchanges expanding beyond spot trading into asset management, staking, and institutional services. For Coincheck, which listed on Nasdaq in late 2024, the deal supports its strategy of building diversified revenue streams while strengthening compliance-focused offerings in mature regulatory markets.
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BitMine Adds $60M to Ethereum Staking
BitMine staked an additional $60 million worth of Ether, lifting its total staked ETH to $2.62 billion as it deepens an Ethereum-focused treasury strategy.
BitMine has staked an additional 19,200 Ether valued at roughly $60 million, bringing its total staked balance to about $2.62 billion. The move continues a rapid staking expansion that began in late December, signaling a more active approach to managing its growing Ethereum treasury rather than holding assets passively.
The firm now controls more than 4 million ETH, valued at approximately $12.8 billion, making it the largest known corporate holder of Ethereum. Nearly one-fifth of those holdings are staked, allowing BitMine to earn protocol yield while supporting network security. At current staking rates, the strategy could generate meaningful recurring income at scale.
The expanded staking footprint also aligns with BitMine’s plans to launch a US-based Ethereum validator network in 2026. As more institutional players deploy capital into staking, the trend underscores Ethereum’s increasing role as a balance-sheet asset and raises broader questions around validator concentration and market structure.
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Kalshi CEO Backs Insider Trading Ban
Kalshi CEO Tarek Mansour endorsed proposed legislation that would ban insider trading on prediction markets, aligning regulated platforms with traditional market standards.
Kalshi CEO Tarek Mansour said he supports new legislation aimed at banning insider trading on prediction markets, endorsing a bill introduced by Representative Ritchie Torres. In a public statement, Mansour said Kalshi already enforces restrictions that prevent users with access to non-public information from trading on sensitive markets.
The proposed Public Integrity in Financial Prediction Markets Act of 2026 would prohibit federal officials and government employees from placing bets tied to political outcomes or government actions. The bill follows heightened scrutiny of prediction markets after reports that a large wager on a foreign political event generated significant profits, raising concerns about potential misuse of insider information.
Mansour emphasized a distinction between US-regulated platforms and offshore operators, arguing that regulated markets already apply standards similar to those used by major stock exchanges. The debate highlights growing regulatory attention as prediction markets expand in volume and attract participation from both financial and crypto-native firms.
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Solana Accelerate to Open Consensus Hong Kong
Solana Accelerate will kick off Consensus Hong Kong on February 11, bringing developers, institutions, and policymakers together at the Asia-focused crypto conference.
Solana Accelerate will open Consensus Hong Kong on February 11, marking a deeper collaboration between CoinDesk and the Solana Foundation as the conference expands its institutional focus in Asia. The one-day event is designed to bring Solana developers and founders into direct conversation with investors, regulators, and enterprise participants attending Consensus.
Consensus Hong Kong, running from February 10 to 12, has positioned itself as a regional hub for digital asset markets, with programming spanning regulation, tokenization, and capital formation. Events such as PitchFest and the Consensus EasyA Hackathon aim to connect builders with funding, while policy-focused sessions reflect growing engagement from governments and financial institutions.
For the Solana Foundation, embedding Accelerate within Consensus underscores a strategy to engage beyond crypto-native audiences as blockchain infrastructure matures. The structure signals a broader industry shift toward integrating technical innovation with regulatory and institutional dialogue.
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World Liberty Financial Seeks Banking Charter for USD1
World Liberty Financial has applied for a national trust banking charter to internalize issuance and custody of its USD1 stablecoin and expand institutional use.
World Liberty Financial, a crypto platform associated with the Trump family, has filed for a national trust banking charter with the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency. The move would allow its subsidiary, WLTC Holdings, to issue, custody, and convert its USD1 stablecoin internally, reducing reliance on third-party service providers.
If approved, the charter would enable fee-free minting and redemption of USD1, direct conversion between US dollars and the stablecoin, and custody services for USD1 and other digital assets. The company said institutional clients are already using USD1 for cross-border payments, settlement, and treasury operations, and that tighter integration could support broader adoption.
The filing comes as US regulators increasingly grant conditional banking approvals to crypto-native firms, signaling a gradual opening of the traditional banking framework. However, World Liberty’s application may attract additional scrutiny given political sensitivities and concerns raised by lawmakers around governance and potential conflicts of interest.
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Wyoming Launches State-Backed FRNT Stablecoin
Wyoming has rolled out its state-issued FRNT stablecoin to the public, marking the first fully reserved, fiat-backed token launched by a US public entity.
Wyoming has made its Frontier Stable Token (FRNT) publicly available, becoming the first US state to issue a fully reserved, fiat-backed stablecoin. Governor Mark Gordon said the token is designed to provide faster, lower-cost digital payments while generating interest income for the state through its reserve structure.
FRNT is backed one-to-one by US dollars and short-term Treasurys and is overseen by the Wyoming Stable Token Commission. The token is live on the Solana blockchain and accessible through major crypto platforms, with interoperability across multiple networks. State officials highlighted reduced transaction fees compared with traditional card payments as a key benefit for both citizens and public agencies.
Wyoming plans to expand FRNT usage throughout 2026 by onboarding additional partners and deploying the token across more government services. The initiative reflects broader experimentation by public institutions exploring stablecoins to modernize payments and improve operational efficiency.
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IBM’s Partner Dfns Integrates Concordium to Add Compliant Web3 Wallets
IBM’s partner Dfns has integrated Concordium’s blockchain to offer identity-verified wallets, addressing compliance needs for institutional Web3 adoption.
Dfns, a digital wallet infrastructure provider and partner of IBM, has integrated Concordium’s layer-1 blockchain into its wallet-as-a-service platform to support identity-verified Web3 wallets. The integration allows enterprises and financial institutions to deploy compliant wallets without building proprietary identity systems, according to a joint announcement.
Concordium’s blockchain includes a built-in identity layer designed to link wallets to real-world identities while preserving user privacy. Combined with Dfns’ WaaS offering, the solution aims to simplify regulatory compliance for organizations issuing or managing tokenized assets, stablecoins, and on-chain financial services. The companies framed the move as a response to increasing regulatory scrutiny across digital asset markets.
The integration follows Dfns’ recent collaboration with IBM on digital asset infrastructure for institutional clients. As banks and fintech firms explore Web3 use cases, compliant wallet infrastructure is emerging as a critical component for scaling adoption without compromising security or regulatory requirements.
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Morgan Stanley Files for Ethereum Staking ETF
Morgan Stanley has filed for a spot Ethereum ETF that includes staking, signaling deeper institutional interest in regulated yield-generating crypto products.
Morgan Stanley has filed an S-1 registration with the US Securities and Exchange Commission to launch the Morgan Stanley Ethereum Trust, a spot Ether ETF that would include staking as a source of additional yield. The proposed fund aims to track the price of Ether while using third-party providers to stake a portion of its holdings, according to the filing.
The Ethereum filing follows similar submissions for Bitcoin and Solana ETFs, underscoring the bank’s expanding crypto strategy. Morgan Stanley Investment Management is listed as the sponsor, though custodians and exchange details have not yet been disclosed. The filing reflects growing institutional interest in combining regulated market exposure with blockchain-native yield mechanisms.
If approved, the ETF would add to the evolving US crypto fund landscape, where staking has emerged as a key consideration for Ether-based products. The move also aligns with Morgan Stanley’s broader efforts to integrate digital assets into traditional investment portfolios as regulatory clarity gradually improves.
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CoinFlip Introduces Payroll-Based Crypto Investing for US Workers
CoinFlip has launched a payroll-based crypto investing benefit, allowing US employees to allocate a portion of wages into digital assets through automatic deductions.
CoinFlip has introduced a payroll-based cryptocurrency investing benefit that enables US employees to purchase digital assets directly through automatic paycheck deductions. The program allows workers to allocate as little as $25 per pay period into assets such as Bitcoin, Ether, Solana, and select stablecoins, embedding crypto exposure into existing payroll workflows.
The launch aligns with broader trends in workplace-based investing, where dollar-cost averaging through payroll contributions is widely used in retirement plans. CoinFlip positions the product as a gradual and accessible entry point for employees seeking portfolio diversification without active trading, reflecting growing institutional interest in integrating digital assets with traditional financial habits.
The move comes as policymakers and financial firms reassess how alternative assets fit into long-term savings frameworks. With regulators reviewing crypto’s role in retirement-linked products, payroll-based investing could emerge as a parallel channel for exposure, offering employers a new benefit while signaling the continued convergence of digital assets and mainstream finance.
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JPMorgan Eyes Canton Network for Next Phase of JPM Coin
JPMorgan plans to extend JPM Coin onto the Canton Network, signaling a broader push to use public, institutional-grade blockchains for regulated digital cash.
JPMorgan’s Kinexys unit is preparing to deploy its US dollar deposit token, known as JPM Coin, natively on the Canton Network. The move would extend the bank’s digital cash offering beyond its proprietary infrastructure and recent pilots on Base, aligning with a broader multi-chain approach to institutional blockchain payments.
JPM Coin represents a digital claim on JPMorgan deposits and is designed for wholesale clients seeking faster settlement and around-the-clock liquidity. By targeting Canton, a public but institution-focused blockchain, JPMorgan aims to combine regulated bank money with interoperable blockchain rails used for tokenized assets and synchronized settlement workflows.
The initiative reflects growing demand among financial institutions for onchain cash that can integrate with tokenized securities and other digital markets. For Canton, the partnership adds credibility as banks explore public blockchains under regulatory oversight. For JPMorgan, it signals a gradual shift from closed systems toward shared infrastructure without relinquishing control over compliance and risk management.
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XRP Tops 2026 Crypto Trades, Surpasses BTC and ETH
XRP has emerged as the leading crypto trade of 2026, outpacing Bitcoin and Ethereum amid strong ETF inflows and cross-border payment adoption.
XRP has been identified as the top-performing cryptocurrency of 2026, outperforming Bitcoin and Ethereum during the year’s early weeks. CNBC highlighted the Ripple token’s 20% gain over a seven-day period, noting $1 billion in ETF inflows and zero outflows as drivers of the rally. The token’s performance coincides with the resolution of Ripple’s SEC litigation, providing regulatory clarity for investors.
The surge underscores XRP’s positioning as a bridge asset, primarily focused on cross-border payments. Unlike Bitcoin and Ethereum, which are widely used as stores of value or for smart contract platforms, XRP is leveraged for fast, low-cost value transfers, attracting institutional and retail adoption. ETF inflows have concentrated on XRP-focused funds, signaling growing investor confidence in altcoins relative to traditional cryptocurrencies.
Analysts note that Ripple’s decision to remain private has not hindered interest in XRP. The combination of regulatory resolution, active use in payments, and strong liquidity flows positions XRP as a notable alternative to more traditional crypto assets. Market participants are observing how demand for bridge assets could influence broader capital allocation across the crypto ecosystem in 2026.
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DeFi Dev Corp Leverages Yield Farming to Grow SOL Treasury
DeFi Development Corp is deploying a portion of its Solana treasury into yield-generating strategies with Hylo to enhance SOL reserves and fund operations.
Nasdaq-listed DeFi Development Corp (DFDV) announced plans to deploy a share of its Solana treasury into on-chain yield strategies through a partnership with Solana-native protocol Hylo. The move aims to generate revenue, increase SOL holdings, and support operational expenses while leveraging the growing DeFi ecosystem. Hylo, which has quickly expanded to over $100 million in total value locked, will facilitate compounding of DFDV’s digital assets.
The strategy represents a shift in corporate treasury management, treating crypto holdings as active operational assets rather than static reserves. CEO Joseph Onorati noted that the initiative aligns with the company’s “Treasury Accelerator Program” and broader strategy to optimize on-chain yield opportunities for Solana and related assets. Revenue from the initiative will support day-to-day operations and help reinforce the company’s Solana reserves.
DFDV’s approach reflects an industry trend in which crypto-focused firms increasingly use staking, lending, and DeFi strategies to generate yield from treasury assets. Ethereum and Solana-focused firms, including BitMine, Sharps Technology, and Coinbase, are similarly leveraging on-chain protocols to enhance capital efficiency without liquidating core holdings.
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