Tag: Cryptocurrencies
The crypto market opens February 2026 in turmoil, with total capitalization at $2.68 trillion amid heightened volatility and fear. Dominated by Bitcoin‘s 57% share, the sector faces pressure from macroeconomic headwinds and internal dynamics, yet pockets of resilience suggest potential rebounds. Key news revolves around widespread liquidations and institutional shifts, signaling a possible capitulation phase before recovery.
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Nomura Scales Back Crypto Exposure After Q3 Losses Hit Laser Digital
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Nomura Holdings has tightened risk management and reduced crypto positions after unspecified losses at its Laser Digital unit in Q3 FY2025.
The adjustments contributed to a 9.7% year-over-year decline in net income to ¥91.6 billion, with European operations posting a ¥10.6 billion loss.
Despite the cutbacks, Nomura’s CFO affirmed the firm’s ongoing dedication to digital assets and plans for medium- to long-term...
Massive $250M ETH Liquidation Sparks $2.5B Crypto Wipeout as Prices Plunge
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Total crypto liquidations exceeded $2.5 billion in the past 24 hours, with Ethereum accounting for $1.14 billion and Bitcoin for $765 million.
The ‘Hyperunit whale,’ associated with former BitForex CEO Garrett Jin, closed out a leveraged ETH position on Hyperliquid, realizing a $250 million loss and leaving the account with just $53.
BitMine Immersion Technologies is facing over $6 billion in unrealized losses on its...
Shiny Coins #6 – The “Digital Gold” Duel as Macro Fear Bites
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Happy Friday, folks. If your portfolio looks like a crime scene today, you’re in good company. As of today, January 30, 2026, the market has decided to test our collective blood pressure. Bitcoin (BTC) has taken a sharp 7% tumble this week, currently hovering around $82,459, with its dominance sitting heavy at 58.6%. The total market cap has retracted to roughly $2.85 trillion as institutional fatigue sets in, evidenced by nearly $818 million...
Bitcoin’s $82K Dip: Liquidations, Outflows, and Recovery Signals
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Bitcoin fell to a nine-month low of $82,134, down 7.4% in 24 hours, amid a broad market selloff driven by geopolitical tensions and U.S. policy uncertainty.
The price drop triggered $1.7 billion in crypto liquidations, with over 90% from long positions, highlighting over-leveraged trading risks.
U.S. spot Bitcoin and Ether ETFs saw combined outflows nearing $1 billion in a single day, marking one of the worst sessions of...






