February | Crypto

Crypto losses fell to $49M in February, but attackers are shifting toward phishing and user manipulation, says Nominis.

Crypto theft slowed sharply last month after a spike in January, but security companies warn that scammers are increasingly exploiting wallet permissions and social engineering tactics. Crypto-related hacks declined sharply in February, but attackers are increasingly targeting users through phishing campaigns and malicious wallet approvals — a shift suggesting they are focusing more on exploiting human behavior than on vulnerabilities in smart contracts. According to Nominis’ monthly report, roughly $49 million was lost to crypto-related exploits in February. A single breach involving Step Finance, a portfolio dashboard and analytics platform built on the Solana blockchain, accounted for the bulk of the losses, with attackers draining approximately $30 million. Read more

Bitcoin has fallen 5% in the last day as the U.S. shed 92,000 jobs in February, rattling crypto markets amid growing economic uncertainty.

The Nasdaq-listed miner sold nearly all of its February production while expanding power capacity in Texas and maintaining a treasury of more than 13,000 BTC. US Bitcoin miner CleanSpark last month sold 553 Bitcoin from its February production for about $36.6 million, while producing 568 BTC during the month, according to the company’s latest operational update. The company ended February with 13,363 BTC (BTC) in its treasury and continued expanding its infrastructure by completing the closing on a second Texas campus that adds 300 megawatts of ERCOT-approved power capacity. The Electric Reliability Council of Texas, or ERCOT, operates the state’s electrical grid. Read more

With the CLARITY Act nearing completion, investors are watching closely for signals from U.S. regulators that could trigger the next bull run.Clear regulations in the US are no small thing. They’ve been a core demand of the industry since its inception.So, when they finally arrive XRP, Solana and Dogecoin could be the biggest growers. Here’s […] The post Crypto Price Prediction Today 26 February – XRP, Solana, Dogecoin appeared first on Cryptonews.

The price of Bitcoin moved back above $68,000 earlier today (UTC), lifting overall crypto optimism that perhaps it had seen the bottom on Tuesday when it briefly dipped below $63,000.With the CLARITY Act in the oven and ready soon, the market is awaiting constructive signals from U.S. regulators could act as a catalyst for a […] The post Crypto Price Prediction Today 26 February – XRP, Bitcoin, Ethereum appeared first on Cryptonews.

The price of Bitcoin reclaimed the $66,000 mark earlier today UTC, creating positive crypto markets following positive remarks by President Trump in his State of the Union address. Retail may be a little unsure of crypto but institutions are quietly buying the dip.So, more positive developments from US regulators could help drive a bull market. […] The post Crypto Price Prediction Today 25 February: XRP, Solana, Bitcoin appeared first on Cryptonews.

Bitcoin briefly sank to sub $63,000 levels earlier today taking the rest of the market with it. Still, fundamentally XRP, Bitcoin and Ethereum remain unchallenged in their niches.Here’s a closer look at the dominant narratives shaping their headlines and chart formations suggesting rapid recoveries before summer.Discover: The best meme coins in the world right now.XRP […] The post Crypto Price Prediction Today 24 February – XRP, Bitcoin, Ethereum appeared first on Cryptonews.

XRP February Curse vs. $1.3B Institutional Inflows: $2 Battle The post Crypto Price Prediction Today 24 February – XRP, Bitcoin, Ethereum appeared first on Cryptonews.

Bitcoin’s failure to achieve a price breakthrough has kept the crypto market in a state of suspense. Below is an overview of the dominant media narratives and chart signals that hint the smart money could be rotating into XRP, Solana, and Shiba Inu, ahead of the next bull run.Discover: The best meme coins in the […] The post Crypto Price Prediction Today 23 February – XRP, Solana, Shiba Inu appeared first on Cryptonews.

A wave of new catalysts across crypto markets, paired with strengthening chart structures, is fuelling expectations that XRP, Bitcoin and Ethereum may be posting fresh all-time highs (ATHs) sooner than anticipated.Below is a breakdown of key narratives gaining traction in headlines and technical chart patterns that hint at powerful tailwinds heading towards summer.Discover: The best […] The post Crypto Price Prediction Today 20 February – XRP, Bitcoin, Ethereum appeared first on Cryptonews.

A mix of fresh industry catalysts and improving technical signals suggests XRP, Solana, and Dogecoin could be lining up for new all-time highs (ATHs) sooner than many expect.Here’s a closer examination of the narratives emerging in the news and on the charts that could significantly lift prices by the end of Q2.Discover: The best meme […] The post Crypto Price Prediction Today 19 February – XRP, Solana, Dogecoin appeared first on Cryptonews.

Bitcoin may stay capped under $70,000 as traders deploy bearish options strategies, and spot BTC ETF outflows point to a retest of the yearly low. Key takeaways: Professional traders are paying a 13% premium for downside protection as Bitcoin struggles to maintain support above $66,000. While stocks and gold remain strong, $910 million in Bitcoin ETF outflows suggest that institutional investor caution is rising. Read more

Although current prices sit well below recent peaks, ongoing industry developments and technical indicators suggest XRP, Bitcoin and Ethereum may be setting new all-time highs (ATHs) sooner than you think.Below is a closer look at what could be happening in the news and on the price charts over the next fiscal quarter and a half.Discover: […] The post Crypto Price Prediction Today 18 February – XRP, Bitcoin, Ethereum appeared first on Cryptonews.

Crypto fans are living through turbulent times but global crypto adoption continues to progress quietly in the background. Here’s why XRP, Solana, and Dogecoin may be some of the savviest plays ahead of the next bull run.XRP (XRP): Ripple’s SWIFT Challenger Targets a $5 MoveWith a market cap exceeding $87 billion, XRP ($XRP) remains the […] The post Crypto Price Prediction Today 18 February – XRP, Solana, Dogecoin appeared first on Cryptonews.

While prices starkly contrast with recent highs, global crypto adoption continues advancing quietly in the background. A mix of technical signals and ongoing developments suggests that XRP, Ethereum and Cardano could be posting fresh highs by summer.Below is a breakdown of what the charts are signaling.XRP (XRP): Ripple’s SWIFT Challenger Targets a $5 MoveWith a […] The post Crypto Price Prediction Today 16 February – XRP, Ethereum, Cardano appeared first on Cryptonews.

Bitcoin slides in February, but strong miner and long-term holder accumulation hints at possible price support.

Polymarket traders are pricing the prospect of China legalizing onshore Bitcoin purchases at roughly 5%. At first glance, the number appears dismissive. Still, it raises the question of whether the Chinese government will explicitly permit citizens to convert renminbi into Bitcoin within mainland China by the end of 2026. That distinction matters because the regulatory […] The post China Bitcoin legalization is priced at 5% but Beijing’s February 2026 Ban 2.0 made one detail brutal appeared first on CryptoSlate.

February stays chaotic, and the market just got a reminder of how fast things can change. Bitcoin ripped nearly 7% in a sudden move, bouncing from around $64,000 to $70,000 and dragging the entire market up with it.That bounce instantly changed short-term momentum and forced late sellers to cover, giving alts some much-needed breathing room. […] The post Crypto Price Prediction Today 6 February – XRP, Dogecoin, Shiba Inu appeared first on Cryptonews.

The crypto market is down 8% today. BTC dropped 9.1% to $64,744, and ETH fell 1.7% to $2,281. “Bitcoin breaching the 2021 ATH of $69,000 is significant, but it doesn’t rule out further short-term downside.” The post Why Is Crypto Down Today? – February 6, 2026 appeared first on Cryptonews.