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Telegram founder Pavel Durov told Lex Fridman that freedom is chiefly threatened by human fear and greed and that these emotions must be actively managed. He argued confronting the fear of death improves life quality and decision-making. Durov warned alcohol damages cognition, describing short-term paralysis of brain cells and some longer-term cell death, and encouraged contrarian individualism — including setting personal rules about drinking. He identified fear as a common root of addiction and urged addressing underlying problems rather than seeking temporary escapes. Durov also advised curating information sources to avoid algorithmic feeds, pursuing niche expertise, limiting mobile and constant connectivity to protect focus, and reserving quiet time for deep thinking to boost productivity and societal contribution. Relevant keywords: Pavel Durov, freedom, fear and greed, alcohol cognitive harm, mortality, individualism, information curation, productivity.

At the 62nd Munich Security Conference (Feb 13–15, 2026), roughly 50 heads of state and representatives from over 100 countries debated how to rebuild Western alliances amid Russia’s war in Ukraine and shifts in U.S. policy under the Trump administration. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz declared the post‑World War II rules‑based order effectively dead and called for a new U.S.–Europe agreement. French President Emmanuel Macron urged greater European defence autonomy, including a shared nuclear deterrent, while European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen signalled a “European awakening” and plans to trigger the EU mutual defence clause. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio sought to reassure allies and pressed for renewed transatlantic ties and greater European burden‑sharing; his remarks were called “very reassuring” by von der Leyen. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met multiple leaders seeking stronger European security commitments, proposed a short ceasefire for elections, and warned against concessions on territory. NATO estimates cited in the conference suggest European defence spending could rise about 20% in real terms by 2027 under a model where Europe leads conventional defence while the U.S. retains nuclear deterrence. The conference report “Under Destruction” warned of “wrecking‑ball politics,” highlighting European divisions over China and the Middle East. Post‑conference, peace talks involving the U.S., Ukraine and Russia were confirmed for Geneva next week, though core territorial issues remain unresolved. German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius criticised U.S. exclusion of Europe from key negotiations. Regional actors, such as California Governor Gavin Newsom, also used the forum to strike climate deals, reflecting a shift where subnational players step in amid national retrenchment.

PENDLE (PENDLE/USDT) is trading near $1.30–$1.35 and sits at a technical inflection point where both bullish and bearish outcomes are plausible. Recent snapshots show 24h volume between ~$17M and ~$55M and a 24h price change of roughly +10%. Short-term indicators are mixed: RSI is neutral-to-bearish (~31–39), MACD shows a short-term bullish histogram while price remains below the EMA20 (~$1.41). Key resistance levels are $1.3743, $1.4919 and $1.70 (Supertrend); primary supports are $1.2531, $1.1088 and $0.4977. Bullish scenario: a confirmed daily close and break above $1.3743 with a ~20% volume pickup, RSI > 50 and an EMA20 breach would open targets at $1.4919, $1.70 and $2.0840. Bearish scenario: rejection at $1.3743 or a break below $1.2531 — especially if RSI falls under 30, MACD turns negative, or BTC weakness appears — could accelerate declines toward $1.1088 and lower. Earlier intraday notes (older snapshot) showed price near $2.03 with short-term bearish bias and closer EMA20 and Supertrend resistance; that earlier view underscores PENDLE’s sensitivity to low-volume chop and false breakouts. Traders should require volume confirmation for moves, use tight stops (suggested 0.5–1% risk per trade), limit position size (1–2% risk), and monitor daily and 4H closes, volume spikes, RSI/MACD divergences and BTC direction to determine bias. This analysis is informational and not investment advice.

Ethereum Improvement Proposal ERC-8004 introduces a standardized Agent interface that enables creation, management and interoperability of onchain AI identities and autonomous agents. Developed by the Ethereum community, ERC-8004 defines required methods and metadata for agents — including identity, capabilities, and lifecycle hooks — allowing diverse applications, wallets and marketplaces to discover and interact with AI agents onchain. Early implementations and demos show thousands of agent instances registering with registries and marketplaces, facilitating actions such as automated trading, data provisioning, and programmable services. The standard aims to reduce fragmentation by providing uniform discovery and interaction patterns, improving composability across DeFi, NFTs and Web3 services. Key implications include easier integration of AI-driven bots into smart-contract workflows, boosted developer productivity, and potential increases in onchain activity and transaction volume as agents autonomously execute tasks. Security and governance considerations remain: agent autonomy raises risks around malicious or buggy agents, regulatory scrutiny, and the need for reputational systems and permissioning. Traders should monitor adoption metrics (agent registrations, marketplace activity, gas usage) and initial projects implementing ERC-8004, since growing agent-driven activity could raise short-term network fees and create new automated liquidity or arbitrage strategies. Primary keywords: ERC-8004, Ethereum agent standard, onchain AI identities.

Guidepost Solutions CEO Julie Myers Wood says blockchain can effectively deliver social program benefits and tokenized government bonds are growing, citing the Marshall Islands’ USDM1 token and its onchain Universal Basic Income launched in Nov 2025. Onchain distribution speeds delivery, lowers costs and creates auditable trails, improving access for the unbanked. The tokenized US Treasury market expanded over 50x since 2024 (Token Terminal) and industry forecasts put tokenized bond market potential as high as $300 billion (Taurus SA co-founder Lamine Brahimi). However, Wood highlights regulatory pain points: AML/sanctions compliance and robust KYC are essential for governments issuing onchain bonds and benefits. Several jurisdictions (Hong Kong, Thailand, Marshall Islands, UK pilot with HSBC) are exploring tokenized debt and onchain social payments, driven by reduced settlement times, lower fees and asset fractionalization.

Russia’s external public debt reached $61.9 billion as of February 1, 2026 — the highest level since 2006 — according to the Finance Ministry. The figure covers federal, regional and public-agency obligations to foreign states, banks and international institutions (excluding private-sector debt). The Central Bank of Russia estimates total external debt at $319.8 billion as of January 1, 2026, a 10.4% increase year‑on‑year driven partly by ruble appreciation that revalued liabilities and increased corporate borrowing. Officials including Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin and Finance Minister Anton Siluanov stress that Russia’s public debt remains low relative to GDP (currently around 15%) and target a public-debt cap near 20% of GDP. Economists interviewed by state media downplay the rise, urging focus on the debt-to-GDP ratio and noting issuance of yuan-denominated bonds and other financing as proximate causes. Key figures: external public debt $61.9B (Feb 1, 2026); total external debt $319.8B (Jan 1, 2026); public-debt-to-GDP ~15%; government limit target ~20%. For traders: rising sovereign external obligations amid sanctions and wartime spending increases macroeconomic and FX risk — monitor ruble moves, sovereign funding sources (including yuan issuance), and any shifts in debt servicing or sanctions that could affect Russian markets and related crypto flows.

COMP surged about 23% intraday to a high of $22.84 before pulling back to $20.51 as trading volume jumped 502% to $307.95M. Technicals show COMP has traded inside a descending channel since August 2025; historically, touches of the channel’s upper boundary have led to strong reversals. If COMP fails to break and close daily above $24.85, a downside move of over 30% (potentially below $15) is plausible. Trend strength (ADX) is elevated at 48.83 while the Money Flow Index (MFI) sits at 72.27, indicating strong buying but overbought conditions that could precede a short-term pullback. On-chain and derivatives signals are mixed: Coinglass reports $144.88k COMP flowed out of exchanges in 24h (suggesting accumulation) and Nansen shows a 4.12% drop in exchange reserves. Liquidation maps show concentrated shorts (~$2.06M) near $22.1 and longs (~$343.13k) near $19.6, implying traders expect resistance around $22.1. Key trading implications: short-term risk off if COMP is rejected at the channel top — traders may prefer short or hedge positions around $22–$25, while accumulation by longer-term holders could support a slower recovery if COMP breaks and closes above $24.85.

CryptoBull, a long-time XRP observer, says XRP is well positioned for a major price rally when the next crypto euphoria phase arrives. He cites XRP’s fast, low-cost settlement infrastructure, growing ecosystem activity, exchange liquidity, institutional partnerships, and ongoing regulatory engagement as structural strengths that could amplify gains once market sentiment turns bullish. The piece stresses investor psychology — that rallies often follow accumulation, tech upgrades, partnerships or regulatory clarity — and urges patience and preparedness. No price target was given; the commentary is presented as opinion and not financial advice.

Mark Moran, a 34-year-old former Wall Street banker and reality TV contestant running in Virginia’s Democratic primary against incumbent Sen. Mark Warner, has embraced a meme coin on Solana to raise attention and build a crypto-native community around his long-shot U.S. Senate bid. The token—created pseudonymously and dubbed the “Mark Moran Fund”—allocates 100% of royalties to Moran via a perpetual 1% trading fee; Moran says he is using royalties to buy the coin and build a treasury rather than directly fund campaign spending. The token briefly peaked in market value and generated nearly $24,000 in proceeds for Moran’s account on creation platform Bags, but its price quickly faded. Moran promoted the coin on social channels and initially listed the contract address in his X bio before removing it. He frames the effort as an experiment in new attention and campaign-finance transparency while acknowledging regulatory and legal scrutiny: experts warn meme coins tied to politicians could violate FEC rules on contribution limits, donor transparency and foreign-donor restrictions. The article references precedent meme-coin controversies—most notably former President Donald Trump’s token—and notes ongoing legislative friction over crypto market structure in the Senate, where Sen. Warner has been a key pro-crypto figure. Moran said he does not plan to accept the token as direct campaign donations or route funds to pro-crypto PACs, and he has faced public missteps (including a deleted self-bet on prediction market Kalshi). Key takeaways for traders: the story highlights political use of meme tokens on Solana (SOL), short-lived speculative price spikes driven by hype, regulatory risk when tokens link to public figures, and the potential for rapid liquidity extraction or reputational blowback—factors that can cause high volatility and sudden sell-offs in associated tokens.

Aave (AAVE) surged about 13% in 24 hours, trading near $130 after Aave Labs proposed routing 100% of revenue from Aave-branded products to the Aave DAO under the “Aave Will Win Framework.” Founder Stani Kulechov said the move would broaden DAO revenue sources beyond AIP-1, funding expansion, buybacks and institutional tooling tied to Aave V4 (real-world assets, unified liquidity, on-chain credit). The proposal is in a temperature check and has received positive early feedback from forum delegates. Concurrently, Grayscale filed an S-1 with the SEC for a spot AAVE ETF, signaling growing institutional interest and offering fiat-to-AAVE exposure without DeFi platforms. Technicals: AAVE had fallen from $180–$190 to a low near $100 before the rebound; the daily candle closed near $130.50 (≈10% gain). Chaikin Money Flow rose above zero (0.08), indicating renewed inflows, while Supertrend remains bearish around $140 — a decisive close above $140–$142 would suggest a trend reversal. Key support: $118–$120 and $100–$105. Key resistance: $140–$142, then $150 and $165–$170. Primary keywords: AAVE, Aave Labs, Aave DAO, AAVE ETF, Grayscale. Secondary/semantic keywords included: on-chain credit, real-world assets, Aave V4, DAO treasury, spot ETF, capital inflows. Traders should watch the $140–$142 zone and any governance votes or SEC filings that could drive further institutional flows and volatility.

Sui Group Holdings CIO Stephen Mackintosh and Mysten Labs CEO Evan Cheng said institutional demand for crypto surged in 2025, driven by spot-Bitcoin ETF flows, growth of digital asset treasury (DAT) products and major trading firms entering the market. Mackintosh called 2025 a “landmark year for institutional adoption,” citing record options volumes and new participation from firms such as Citadel and Jane Street. Both executives highlighted tokenization, stablecoins and instant on-chain settlement (T+0) as key trends that could blur lines between TradFi and DeFi. Cheng said tokenized assets enable immediate collateralization and on-chain strategies layered on traditional exposures; ETFs may start conservative but could evolve to include yield or on-chain mechanics. They positioned Sui’s low-latency, high-throughput infrastructure and composable tooling as differentiated for use cases like agentic commerce — the intersection of AI and on-chain transactions. The executives’ comments signal stronger institutional infrastructure investment and a potential shift toward tokenized, instant-settlement financial products.

Digital artist and writer Mark Wilson (diewiththemostlikes) told Raoul Pal that blockchain technology creates digital scarcity, a structural change likely to generate new forms of value across digital markets. Wilson said the crypto industry could expand from roughly $3 trillion to $100 trillion, producing substantial wealth that will affect sectors such as the art market. He argued that attention has become a primary currency online — gamified by social media — which amplifies how identity, art and cultural value are created and monetized. Wilson framed crypto-native digital art as a distinct internet culture and a gateway to deeper literary work, stressing the importance of uniqueness and rebelliousness in art. Key takeaways for traders: blockchain-enabled scarcity may increase demand for tokenized digital assets and NFTs; growth projections imply greater capital flows into crypto-linked markets; the attention economy will continue to shape valuation and liquidity for creator-driven tokens and collectibles.

Stablecoin savings—primarily USDC and USDT—have become a mainstream, low-volatility tool for earning predictable passive income in 2026. Platforms pool deposits and deploy them into conservative yield strategies (overcollateralized lending, short-term liquidity provision, conservative credit arrangements). Products split into flexible savings (daily compounding, transparent APY, instant withdrawals, low minimums) and fixed-term savings (1–12 month locks with higher APRs — stablecoins up to ~8.2%, ETH ~6%, BTC ~5%). The newer reporting emphasizes flexible accounts as the preferred choice for traders who want daily interest with 24/7 liquidity and predictable compounding — examples include Clapp Finance, a VASP-registered EU provider offering institutional custody (Fireblocks), SEPA Instant on-ramps, low entry thresholds (from €10/USDT/USDC), and a reported 5.2% APY on stablecoins and EUR for flexible products alongside higher fixed-term rates. The updates also underscore clearer product distinctions and standardized features: daily payouts, transparent yield sources, and immediate access for flexible plans. Key risks remain: custodial/counterparty exposure on centralized platforms, stablecoin issuer or peg risk, and smart-contract or impermanent-loss exposure in DeFi strategies. Traders should perform due diligence focused on custody model, regulatory status (VASP registration), sustainability and transparency of yields, withdrawal speed and costs, and the exact sources of interest generation. Practical uses for traders include cash management, yield laddering, and short-term allocation while keeping capital ready for trading opportunities.

Tether has invested in Supreme Liquid Labs, the operator behind Dreamcash, to accelerate DeFi adoption and expand on-chain derivatives using USDT0 as collateral. Dreamcash — in partnership with Selini Capital and using LayerZero for cross-chain interoperability — launched ten USDT0-collateralized perpetual markets on Hyperliquid, including USA500/USDT, TSLA/USDT, NVDA/USDT, AMZN/USDT, GOLD/USDT and SILVER/USDT. The markets target retail traders migrating from centralized exchanges by enabling on-chain equity and commodity perpetual trading without converting stablecoin holdings. Dreamcash says its USDT0 rails processed billions in volume across multiple chains since early 2025 and touts institutional-grade liquidity, tight spreads and reliable fills via Hyperliquid. To boost adoption and liquidity, Dreamcash will run a weekly $200,000 USDT incentive program rewarding traders by share of total USDT trading volume; full eligibility and duration details will follow. Tether’s backing signals a push to deepen on-chain liquidity for retail equity products and simplify DeFi onboarding, which could increase trading volume and activity in USDT-denominated perpetuals.

Bitcoin rallied back above $70,000 after the US Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose 2.4% year‑over‑year, slightly below the 2.5% forecast and the weakest annual reading in several years. Monthly CPI was 0.2% (vs. 0.3% expected) and core CPI matched forecasts at 2.5% yoy. The softer inflation print lifted market expectations for earlier Federal Reserve rate cuts: the probability of a 25bp cut in April rose across prediction markets (Kalshi and Polymarket). BTC traded near $69,700–$70,000 at press time, recovering from intraday lows and testing resistance in the $70k–$72k band. Market sentiment remains cautious — the Crypto Fear & Greed Index sits in “extreme fear,” comparable to 2022 bear conditions. On-chain and positioning notes show large realized losses and supply rotation: Bitwise flagged roughly $8.7bn in realized bitcoin losses during a recent capitulation and noted movement of coins from weaker hands to more conviction holders. Bitcoin treasury holders hit peak unrealized losses near $21bn, now reduced to about $16.9bn after the rebound. Corporate and large-holder flows remain relevant: Michael Saylor’s Strategy holds over 713,502 BTC (the largest corporate position), and Bhutan sold ~385 BTC recently while still holding ~5,600 BTC. Technically, traders should watch the 200‑week simple moving average (SMA) as major structural support and near‑term resistance around $72k. Scenarios: a sustainable break above $72k could open a move toward $80k; failure to hold gains may prompt a pullback to roughly $64k–$66k. Weekend thin volumes and seller exhaustion supported the bounce but leave the market vulnerable to selling on rallies. Practical takeaways: monitor Fed communications and upcoming macro prints (CPI, PMI), track volume and on‑chain metrics for supply shifts, manage position sizing amid high volatility and persistent “extreme fear,” and treat $72k and the 200‑week SMA as key levels for trade planning.

This week’s crypto round-up highlights three themes traders should note: market bottom alerts, influential commentary on central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) from Ray Dalio, and several project and regulatory developments that affected liquidity and sentiment. Analysts flagged technical and on-chain indicators suggesting potential bear-market bottoming—reduced exchange outflows, lower realized losses, and stabilizing long-term holder behavior—though data remains mixed across timeframes. Ray Dalio publicly warned about CBDC risks to privacy and financial freedom, renewing debates over centralised digital money; his comments amplified short-term volatility in sovereign digital-asset narratives and prompted heightened attention to policy-sensitive tokens. Other headlines included regulatory moves and ecosystem updates that briefly shifted capital between Bitcoin, Ethereum, and select altcoins, producing localized spikes in volume and order-book depth. Key takeaways for traders: monitor on-chain flow and exchange reserve metrics for confirmation of a durable bottom; expect episodic volatility around policy commentary and CBDC developments; prefer tighter risk management and staggered position sizing while liquidity repairs. Primary keywords: crypto market, bear market bottom, CBDC, Ray Dalio, trading signals. Secondary/semantic keywords included: exchange reserves, on-chain indicators, liquidity, volatility, regulatory news.

Coinbase reported a $667 million GAAP net loss for Q4 2025, driven largely by a $718 million unrealized markdown on its crypto investment portfolio and a $395 million loss on strategic investments including a reduced stake in Circle/USDC. Revenue fell 21.6% year‑over‑year to $1.78 billion, with transaction revenue down 36% to $983 million; adjusted EPS of $0.66 missed analyst expectations. Despite the GAAP loss, operational metrics were robust: total trading volume rose 156% to $5.2 trillion, crypto market share doubled to 6.4%, Coinbase One subscribers neared 1 million, and 12 products generated over $100 million in annualized revenue. The company finished the year with $11.3 billion in cash and equivalents. Management highlighted unrealized nature of the markdowns and reiterated diversification into derivatives, equities and prediction markets (an “Everything Exchange”), citing wins such as S&P 500 inclusion, EU MiCA approval and the Deribit acquisition. Guidance softened for Q1 (subscription revenue cut and weaker transaction revenue through Feb. 10), and competitive pressure was noted versus decentralized derivatives platforms processing large volumes. For traders: the mix of large unrealized portfolio write‑downs, missed revenue/earnings expectations and strong underlying volume/product growth is likely to keep COIN volatile and could drive correlated moves in broader crypto risk assets in the near term.

PYTH has shown a short-term bullish shift after a notable intraday rise (~25% in one section of the report; site live quote ranged ~$0.049–0.06). Momentum indicators signal strength: RSI (14) around 60.6, MACD histogram positive and crossing above zero, and price trading above EMA20 — all supporting continued upside. Key resistances identified: $0.0628 and $0.0673 (higher target $0.1005 on breakout). Supports: $0.0479, $0.0435, $0.0360 and long-term EMA200 near $0.04–$0.05. Volume was cited (~$109M) as confirming buying interest, though the Supertrend remains bearish and Bitcoin’s downtrend poses risk. Analysts highlight that continued momentum requires volume confirmation; breakdown risks exist if BTC weakens below key supports. Short-term trading bias: cautiously bullish while monitoring RSI/MACD confluence, EMA20 support, volume, and BTC levels for confirmation or rejection.

This technical outlook forecasts Solana (SOL) price trajectories for 2026–2030 based on network fundamentals, on-chain metrics, and macro cycles. Key drivers include developer activity, TVL recovery, institutional interest, and execution of upgrades such as Firedancer. Analysts model bull/base/bear scenarios using variables like Ethereum market-share capture, total crypto market cap (2030: $5–20T depending on scenario), annual TVL growth, and regulatory stance. Short-term (2026) may see consolidation as post-halving dynamics and network upgrades play out. Mid-cycle (2027–2028) could bring steady, fundamentals-driven appreciation if mainstream integration (e.g., spot ETFs, traditional finance inclusion) occurs. By 2029–2030, valuation may hinge on real-world utility, fee-revenue multiples, and Solana’s role as a settlement layer. Risks include competition from other Layer‑1/Layer‑2 networks, technical failures, regulatory pressure, and macro liquidity. Traders should prioritize on-chain usage metrics (daily active addresses, fee revenue, stablecoin supply, TVL) over price action and treat forecasts as scenario ranges rather than certainties.

Elon Musk’s social platform X will enable users to trade stocks and cryptocurrencies directly from timelines using a feature called “Smart Cashtags,” according to X’s head of product, Nikita Bier. Trades will be executable within posts, integrating ticker interaction into the app. X is also preparing an external beta of X Money, its in-house payments system, expected to roll out to a limited user group within one to two months after internal testing. The move advances Musk’s “everything app” vision by combining messaging, posting, payments and investing in one platform. Musk-linked companies Tesla and SpaceX hold substantial bitcoin positions (Tesla ~11,509 BTC; SpaceX ~8,285 BTC) and he has historically promoted dogecoin, signaling potential continued support for crypto integrations. Key keywords: X trading, Smart Cashtags, X Money, in-app crypto trading, stock trading, Elon Musk.

On-chain data show Bitcoin "big whales" (addresses holding >1,000 BTC) have seen their Net Unrealized Profit/Loss (NUPL) fall to about 0.2, a level historically aligned with late bear-market phases. Pseudonymous analyst Darkfost highlighted the decline on X, noting that these whales are approaching zero unrealized profits and could move into realized losses if the correction continues. Short-term or "new" whales have already realized over $3 billion in losses between Feb 3–7, suggesting active capitulation by this cohort. Sustained selling from whales could add fresh downward pressure on BTC. At the time of reporting BTC traded near $68,710 (up ~5% 24h, down ~3% over the week). Key metrics: NUPL ≈ 0.2 for >1,000 BTC addresses; >$3B realized losses by new short-term whales (Feb 3–7). Implication for traders: increased risk of accelerated downside if large holders realize more losses; monitor whale NUPL, on-chain outflows, and realized-loss spikes for potential selling cascades.

First Ledger, a promotional account for XRP Ledger trading tools, posted a meme-style fake wallet notification thanking Elon Musk for a 3,313 XRP deposit. The post was clearly humorous but went viral within the XRP community, prompting mixed reactions—many users found it amusing while others stressed verification and scam awareness. Some community members tagged AI source Grok to fact-check the claim. The episode highlights how meme content drives engagement and sentiment in crypto spaces while underscoring ongoing concerns about misinformation and security. Key points: First Ledger produced a fabricated transaction alert; the amount shown was 3,313 XRP; Elon Musk was named in the joke; community reaction mixed between humor and vigilance; the incident reinforced reminders to verify on-chain data and remain cautious of scams. This story is informational and not financial advice.

HTX and AINFT have partnered to launch a Web3-native AI gateway that offers permissionless access to leading large language models (LLMs) and a combined 40,000 USDT campaign prize pool. AINFT enables wallet-based login via TronLink (no email or KYC), integrates models such as Claude Opus 4.5, ChatGPT-5.2, and Gemini 3 Pro, and gives new users one million free points for immediate access. Payments and top-ups accept USDT, USDD, USD1, TRX, NFTs on the TRON network, and the platform’s TRC20 token $NFT grants a 20% points bonus. The campaign runs through March 13, 2026 (UTC) and includes multiple reward streams: an AINFT AI Challenge (13,000 USDT pool) with boosted, early-bird, and deposit gift packages; and exclusive HTX user incentives (27,000 USDT) — 1 million point bonuses, a 20 USDT welcome bonus for early HTX sign-ups (first 950), and a 40 USDT trading reward for qualifying spot/futures traders (first 200). Participation requires connecting a TronLink wallet, submitting HTX UID and wallet address, and completing AI and HTX trading tasks. HTX positions the collaboration as part of a broader effort to integrate AI demand with crypto payments and Web3 infrastructure, aiming to drive user adoption and ecosystem synergy.

ENS (ENS/USDT) remains in a medium-term downtrend, trading around $6.30–$6.92 after a recent 10%+ intraday bounce. Key technicals: primary support at $6.05 (highest conviction), secondary support $5.80–$6.00 and a deeper target near $1.85; immediate resistances at $7.14 and $7.60, with major weekly resistance near $11.53. EMA20 (~$6.88) was roughly respected on the rebound, but Supertrend and multi-timeframe structure remain bearish. Momentum indicators show weak buyer conviction — RSI in neutral-to-weak zone and thin volume on the recent rise. ENS is highly correlated with Bitcoin (correlation >0.85), so BTC direction (key supports $68,796, $65,415, $60,000; near-term resistance ~71,248) will likely drive ENS moves. Trading plan: neutral at current levels — bullish on a clear break and daily/4H close above $7.14 with targets $7.60–$11.53 (recommended stop ~ $6.95); bearish below $6.05 targeting $5.80 (stop ~ $6.15). Preference is for a short bias until a decisive, volume-backed breakout. Watch for confirmations: multi-timeframe alignment, 4H candle structure and volume spikes; apply strict risk management. Not investment advice.

Ben Habib, leader of Advance UK and former Reform UK deputy leader, told The Peter McCormack Show that the UK faces a leadership crisis and requires a new political force rooted in national sovereignty. Habib criticised current party leaders as unfit to be prime minister and argued Reform UK is becoming part of the establishment, undermining genuine political conversion. He called for greater accountability for ministers who oversaw policies he says brought the country to a precarious state and warned the voting public desires change but lacks clarity on structural reforms. Habib also criticised Nigel Farage for lacking a coherent political philosophy and prioritising personal ambition over principled governance. He urged future leaders to adopt a clear, sovereignty-centred political philosophy and for collective, accountable decision-making to restore public trust.

BlockDAG (BDAG) has launched its Mainnet and activated its Token Generation Event (TGE); coin minting and vesting contracts are live and claim functionality will open ahead of exchange listings on February 16. A final private-sale tranche is priced at $0.00025 and closes in four days, with limited Access Packs (Genesis Max, Elite Trader, Launch Essentials) offered to accelerate unlock schedules and grant special privileges. The article positions BlockDAG as a high-upside presale opportunity, claiming potential for large multihundredx gains upon listing. Concurrent market context: Solana (SOL) is trading roughly $75–$85 as it prepares upgrades (Alpenglow, Firedancer) and faces resistance near $95; key support is around $80 with a possible downside to $64 if momentum fails. Chainlink (LINK) trades in a $8–$11 band, consolidating below its 200-day moving average, with institutional ties strengthened by CME-listed futures and resistance near $12.50. The piece is a paid press release and includes links to BlockDAG purchase and community channels. Disclaimer notes this is sponsored content and not investment advice.

SUN (SUN/USDT) trades near $0.01714 with 24h volume about $1.82M and a 24h change ~+2%. Technicals show mixed signals: RSI(14) ~43–44 sits in neutral-to-slightly-bearish territory, while MACD histogram has turned positive after a recent signal-line crossover, indicating early bullish momentum. Price remains below EMA20 (~$0.02), keeping short-term bearish pressure. Key levels — supports at $0.0167, $0.0158 and $0.0138; resistances at $0.0175, $0.0186 and $0.0194. Confluence from multi-timeframe support/resistance points strengthens the significance of $0.0167 (support score 67) and $0.0175 (resistance score 81). Analysts note hidden bullish RSI divergence and MACD expansion but warn the low volume and Bitcoin’s broader downtrend could limit any sustainable SUN rally. Bull case targets $0.0222; bear case targets $0.0128. Traders should watch EMA20 break and volume pickup for confirmation, and monitor BTC levels (supports ~68,836; resistances ~71,248) given high correlation with altcoins. This analysis is informational and not investment advice.

VIRTUAL (VIRTUAL) rallied about 10% in the past 24 hours, rebounding from a bear‑market trend after finding support above $0.53. The move coincided with a 3.45% broader crypto market rebound and an Altcoin Season Index rise from 25 to 30 over five days. Technicals show bullish short‑term signals (Parabolic SAR buy at $0.5367), but a confirmed trend shift requires a sustained break above $0.68, with upside targets toward $0.75. Otherwise, VIRTUAL may consolidate between $0.53–$0.68 or revisit lows near $0.46. On‑chain data from Lookonchain revealed the Virtuals Protocol team deposited 13.05 million VIRTUAL (~$7.51M) into Binance shortly before the pump. That transfer could reflect liquidity management or token distribution; if the latter, it may be an exit pump that increases selling pressure and undermines holder confidence. The Bear Market Probability Model read 33%, indicating hedging and reduced leverage among participants. Traders should watch the team wallet activity and price action around $0.68 for clues on whether the rally is sustainable or a short‑lived event.

Production-ready smart contract marketplaces are reshaping how blockchain teams build products. Platforms like Web3.Market sell curated, deployable smart contracts and dApp templates, cutting development costs by ~90% and compressing timelines from months to days. Key components of production-ready code include security patterns (reentrancy guards, access control), gas optimizations, upgradeability, integration points (wallets, oracles), and documentation. The hybrid approach—buying commodity components (tokens, staking, presale infra) while building unique protocol logic—improves capital efficiency, shortens time-to-market, and reduces security surface when using battle-tested code. Modern tooling (RPC providers such as Alchemy/Infura/QuickNode; frameworks Hardhat and Foundry; static analysis like Slither/Mythril; indexing via The Graph) further accelerates development. Security remains critical: automated scanning, manual audits, delta audits for marketplace code, and post-deploy monitoring (bug bounties) are standard. For founders and CTOs the decision affects runway and focus; for developers it reallocates effort to differentiation. Overall, commoditization of standard components is expected to increase experimentation and lower barriers to entry, favoring teams that strategically buy where appropriate and build where it creates competitive advantage.