On 26 February 2026, Wallet in Telegram launched on-chain yield vaults for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and USDT within its messaging app. The update extends the Earn section with DeFi strategies, including a USDT vault that currently advertises up to 18% annualized returns and builds on earlier TON staking and Affluent protocol integrations. The rollout follows recent cross-chain deposit support and adds to a growing roster of supported assets and wallet options.

On 26 February 2026, the U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency published a proposed rule under the GENIUS Act to set prudential standards for payment stablecoin issuers under its oversight. The draft framework covers permitted U.S. and certain foreign issuers, as well as related custody activities, while leaving BSA, AML, and OFAC requirements to be handled separately with the Treasury. Public comments on the proposal are expected to guide the final rules that will shape how stablecoins operate within the U.S. banking system.

On February 25, Hut 8 reported Q4 and full‑year 2025 results, with revenue rising 179% year over year to $88.5 million but coming in below an approximately $95.6 million consensus. The company posted a $301.8 million net loss, driven largely by a $401.9 million non‑cash Bitcoin revaluation, while gross margin improved to 60% as AI and compute contributed 92% of Q4 sales.

On 26 February 2026, Kraken introduced Flexline, a fixed-rate lending product secured by crypto and available exclusively to Kraken Pro users. The service lets traders borrow crypto or stablecoins for periods from 2 days to 2 years at APRs between 10% and 25%, while keeping collateral in segregated wallets that are included in Kraken's Proof of Reserves. Flexline is not offered in the United States, the United Kingdom, and some other jurisdictions due to regulatory restrictions.

On 25 February 2026, researchers reported an active malware campaign using fake Windows 11 upgrade ads on Facebook to compromise cryptocurrency users. The scheme redirects victims to Microsoft-style clone sites that deliver a malicious installer hiding the "LunarApplication" infostealer. Once executed, the malware targets wallet seed phrases, exchange credentials, and saved passwords while using geofencing and sandbox checks to evade security tools.

On 24 February 2026, Bitcoin fell to around $62,920, marking its first sustained drop beneath the $63,000 level since 2024. The move followed a steep multi-day decline that drove the price to an intraday low near $62,700 and shifted market structure from consolidation above $66,000 to a clear breakdown toward key supports around $60,000.

On 22 February 2026, Brickken's Q4 2025 research found RWA tokenization is chiefly used to raise capital. 53.8% of issuers prioritize fundraising, while only 15.4% cite liquidity as a core driver; nearly half expect secondary-market access within 6–12 months. 69.2% of projects are live, and 84.6% report regulatory friction as the main obstacle.

On 21 February 2026, macro strategist Lyn Alden explained on the Coin Stories podcast why Bitcoin's cycle is subdued. She said capital has flowed into AI equities like Nvidia, leaving BTC near $67,849 versus its October 2025 high of $126,100, and cautioned against a rapid rebound. Alden sees potential $10,000–$20,000 downside before a durable bottom.

On 20 February 2026, major U.S. financial institutions were reported to hold 136,702,386 Bitmine shares worth about $2.86 billion, backing the company's large-scale Ethereum accumulation strategy. Bitmine currently controls 4,371,497 ETH, equal to 3.62% of the circulating supply, and aims to reach roughly 6 million ETH, while staking operations are projected to generate up to $252 million in annual rewards after its MAVAN infrastructure goes live in Q1 2026.