Numo Launches Free Open-Source ‘Tap-to-Pay’ App for Bitcoin Merchants

Numo has released a hardware-free Android application that allows merchants to accept Bitcoin payments using a contactless “tap-to-pay” experience powered by the Cashu protocol. Launched on February 24, 2026, the Numo point-of-sale (POS) app transforms any NFC-enabled Android device into a payment terminal. By leveraging Cashu, an open-source ecash protocol, the app enables a checkout […] Original

Bitcoin falls from $66k to $65k after Trump ignores crypto in state of the union address

Bitcoin dropped about 1.5% in hours after Trump skipped Bitcoin, validating Schiff’s selloff warning. Summary Bitcoin climbed toward ~$66k before Trump’s State of the Union on expectations he’d mention crypto, then slid back near ~$65k after no reference. Schiff warned of selling pressure whether or not Trump mentioned BTC, citing “buy the rumor, sell the news” dynamics and potential insider profit-taking. Schiff called BTC’s multi‑year rally a bubble, saying price could eventually sink toward ~$40k despite only a modest pullback after the speech. Gold advocate and Bitcoin (BTC) critic Peter…

Bitcoin Depot announces mandatory ID check for every crypto ATM transaction across U.S.

Bitcoin Depot has been implementing a new requirement across its crypto ATM network in the United States, and now requires users to provide identification for every transaction. Summary Bitcoin Depot now requires identification for every transaction across its U.S. crypto ATM network. The rollout began in early February, with the company stating that continuous verification will help flag suspicious activity. According to the official announcement, the new policy has been live since early February as it hopes to strengthen “safeguards against potential misuse.” “By requiring identification for every transaction, the…

Can bulls break $2 as Bitcoin reclaims $65K?

XRP price is back in focus as Bitcoin stages a sharp 24-hour rebound, reclaiming the $65,000 level after dipping to roughly $62,800 earlier this week. Summary Bitcoin has rebounded to $65,000 after defending the $62,800 support zone, shifting short-term momentum back to buyers. XRP is consolidating near $1.36, with resistance at $1.45 and $1.60, while $2 remains a distant macro target. The XRP/BTC pair remains in a broader downtrend, suggesting XRP is still underperforming Bitcoin despite improving momentum indicators. Can XRP price follow Bitcoin’s $65K rebound? The Bitcoin (BTC) price…

Bitcoin price prediction as Coinbase Premium flips positive

Bitcoin price is attempting a recovery near $65,000 as the Coinbase Premium turns positive despite recent exchange-traded fund outflows. Summary Bitcoin price prediction leans towards trend reversal as the Coinbase Premium flips positive. The metric indicates strong U.S. demand returning after recent ETF outflows. Price must reclaim key resistance to confirm a stronger recovery. Bitcoin was trading at $65,907 at press time, up 3.4% in the last 24 hours. The move follows a drop to $62,900 within the past week, where buyers stepped in. Even with the bounce, Bitcoin (BTC)…

Bitcoin price defends $62,000, low volume signals weakness

Bitcoin price is holding above $62,000 support, but weak volume participation raises concerns that the current bounce lacks strength and downside risk remains. Summary Bitcoin defending $62K support within broader range structure Low volume signals weak bullish conviction $60,000 range low remains key downside target if weakness continues Bitcoin (BTC) price action has entered a consolidative phase after weeks of corrective movement, with the market recently testing daily support near the $62,900 region. This level has so far held firm, preventing an immediate breakdown and allowing price to stabilize within…