📊 Crypto News of the Week | 18–25 February 2026

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🚨 Market Volatility Returns

Bitcoin slipped toward the $62,000–65,000 area during the week as broader risk sentiment weakened. After a short-lived rebound, pressure resumed amid fragile global macro conditions. Ethereum followed the same pattern, reflecting cautious positioning rather than aggressive accumulation.

📉 Institutional Flows Under Pressure

Spot ETFs linked to Bitcoin, Ethereum and XRP recorded notable net outflows early in the week. Institutional appetite remains selective, with capital rotating rather than expanding. Interestingly, Solana-related products showed comparatively stronger resilience.

🌍 Stablecoin Growth in Emerging Markets

New data shows accelerating stablecoin adoption in major African economies, particularly Nigeria and South Africa. Demand is increasingly driven by cross-border payments and inflation hedging, reinforcing the role of dollar-pegged assets in volatile local currencies.

🏛️ Politics & Regulation in Focus

In the UK, policymakers are discussing tighter oversight of crypto political donations amid concerns about election transparency. Meanwhile in the US, political debate around stablecoin regulation intensified, keeping digital asset legislation firmly on the agenda.

💬 Corporate & Big Tech Moves

Meta signalled renewed interest in stablecoin-based payment integration across its ecosystem. While still at the planning stage, the move highlights how large tech platforms continue exploring blockchain-powered financial rails.

🔥 Sentiment Check

The Crypto Fear & Greed Index briefly dropped into extreme fear territory this week, reflecting risk aversion and uncertainty rather than structural breakdown.

🎯 Fun Fact of the Week

Although Bitcoin’s supply cap is widely known as 21 million coins, the actual coded maximum is slightly lower – approximately 20,999,999.9769 BTC due to rounding mechanics in block rewards.

📌 Bottom Line

The past seven days combined macro-driven volatility, regulatory discussions and steady real-world adoption signals. Institutional caution remains visible, but infrastructure and global usage trends continue to expand beneath the surface.

Stay sharp and manage risk wisely.

📊 Crypto News of the Week | 18–25 February 2026


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