Month: February 2026
Quant Giant Jane Street Adds $276M in IBIT Shares During Q4 2025
Jane Street Group sharply increased its exposure to Blackrock’s Ishares Bitcoin Trust in the fourth quarter of 2025, scooping up 7,105,206 additional shares, according to its latest SEC filing. The move lifted the quantitative trading firm’s total IBIT holdings to 20,315,780 shares — a roughly 54% quarter-over-quarter jump that places its position at just over…
Read More “Quant Giant Jane Street Adds $276M in IBIT Shares During Q4 2025” »
Thinking of moving some funds to UEX US – any active traders here?
I’ve been looking at UEX US lately. The interface seems decent, but I’m skeptical about the actual liquidity “under the hood” for mid-caps. Before I commit a larger part of my portfolio, has anyone actually traded there recently? Specifically: How’s the slippage on $5k+ orders? (not for BTC/ETH, but the smaller pairs). Are withdrawals instant…
Read More “Thinking of moving some funds to UEX US – any active traders here?” »
Nevada sues Kalshi after prediction market loses bid to stop state action
Kalshi is looking to have Nevada’s lawsuit heard in federal court, again asserting it is subject only to federal commodity exchange laws.
4 data points suggest XRP price bottomed at $1.12: Are bulls ready to take over?
Multiple technical, onchain and exchange-traded product data points suggest $1.12 was the generational bottom for XRP. Is it time for a trend reversal?
SBI Holdings targets majority stake in Singapore crypto exchange Coinhako
Japan’s SBI Holdings has signed a letter of intent to buy a controlling stake in Singapore-licensed crypto exchange Coinhako.
New Dutch Tax Law to Hit Bitcoin and Ethereum Holders With 36% Levy on ‘Paper Gains’
Dutch lawmakers have approved legislation introducing a 36% tax on actual investment returns starting in 2028. The law applies to both realized and unrealized gains, including cryptocurrencies such as bitcoin and ethereum, meaning paper gains will be taxed even if assets are not sold. Taxing the ‘Paper Gains’ The Dutch House of Representatives has passed…
Read More “New Dutch Tax Law to Hit Bitcoin and Ethereum Holders With 36% Levy on ‘Paper Gains’” »
Stablecoins gain ground for paychecks and daily spending: BVNK report
A global survey of 4,658 crypto users found 39% receive income in stablecoins and 27% use them for payments, with stronger adoption in emerging markets.
Steak ‘n Shake Says Bitcoin Has Lifted Sales ‘Dramatically’ in 9 Months
The fast-food chain says bitcoin payments have boosted sales, as it channels crypto receipts into a growing corporate reserve.
Polygon daily fees flip Ethereum amid prediction market boom
Polygon briefly surpassed Ethereum in daily fees as Polymarket activity surged, highlighting shifting user demand toward Layer-2 networks.