Tag: Crypto

US Lender Newrez to Recognize Crypto Holdings in Mortgage Qualification

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Newrez plans to treat eligible cryptocurrency holdings as qualifying assets in its mortgage underwriting process, a move that could broaden access to home loans for crypto holders. The change is expected to take effect in February across the lender’s non-agency products, covering home purchases, refinancings and investment properties. While borrowers can already use assets such as stocks and bonds in underwriting, crypto holders have typically been required to sell their positions. At launch, Newrez said it will recognize Bitcoin (BTC), Ether (ETH), spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs) backed by those assets,…

Crypto Rally Stalls As BTC Falls Short Of $98K: Will Dip Buyers Arrive?

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Key points: Bitcoin is attempting to find support near the $94,500 level, signaling a positive sentiment. Buyers will have to defend the support levels in select major altcoins, or else the recovery may fizzle out. Bitcoin’s (BTC) shallow pullback is attempting to find support near the $94,500 level, indicating a lack of aggressive selling by the bulls. A positive sign is that BTC’s rally above $97,500 was supported by solid buying by institutional investors since Monday. According to Farside Investors data, spot BTC exchange-traded funds recorded $1.81 billion in net…

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Belgium’s KBC to Launch Retail Crypto Trading Under MiCA

Key Notes KBC will launch BTC/ETH trading for 4M clients starting Feb 16, 2026. Service is ‘closed-loop’, no withdrawals to external wallets will be available. The bank’s Bolero investment platform operates under European MiCA regulations. Traditional finance adoption is accelerating as KBC Group announced it will open Bitcoin BTC $94 488 24h volatility: 1.4% Market cap: $1.89 T Vol. 24h: $49.54 B and Ethereum ETH $3 265 24h volatility: 1.8% Market cap: $394.13 B Vol. 24h: $25.49 B trading to its 4 million retail clients starting the week of Feb.…

Iranians Turn to Crypto as Economic Crisis and Sanctions Deepen

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As Iran’s economy continues to strain under heavy sanctions, high inflation, and a weakening currency, many citizens are turning to crypto as an alternative financial lifeline. Related Reading Recent blockchain data shows a sharp rise in Bitcoin withdrawals and transfers to personal wallets, particularly during periods of unrest and internet restrictions. For many Iranians, digital assets now serve both as a hedge against currency collapse and a way to move funds beyond government-controlled systems. The Iranian rial has lost around 90% of its value against the U.S. dollar since 2018,…

Huione-Linked Illicit Crypto Escrow Tudou Guarantee Appears to Shut Down

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A Telegram-based escrow service linked to an illicit online marketplace appears to be winding down operations after refunding more than $130 million in stablecoins, a move that analysts say may disrupt a major hub for crypto-related scams. Tudou Guarantee, a service linked to the Huione Group, has apparently refunded $130 million in Tether USDt (USDT) to the group’s public merchants since the beginning of 2026, according to data shared by blockchain analytics company Bitrace. Refunds began with about $3.7 million on Jan. 1 and peaked at about $18.1 million on…

Belarusian President Signs New Crypto Decree

Key Notes The Belarusian president has signed a new decree establishing a cryptobank framework. Cryptobanks are now allowed to integrate token operations with traditional banking operations. Last year, the Belarusian government restricted access to several major cryptocurrency exchanges. Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has signed a decree that establishes a “cryptobank” framework in the country. According to the leader, Decree No. 19, as it is called, allows the integration of token operations with traditional banking, payments, and other financial services. A New Crypto Decree in Belarus Decree No. 19, which was…

What Will Happen to 600,000 Bitcoin Of Venezuela?

▶ Coinbase Website: Coinbase.com ▶ CEX Website: cex.io VENEZUELA MAY OWN OVER $60B WORTH OF BITCOIN. That’s roughly the same scale as Microstrategy and BlackRock, and could end up in the U.S reserves. Follow us for more educational content: Instagram: @bitinning Youtube: Kashif X: @simplykashif Bitinning X: @bitinning Disclaimer: Cryptocurrency products and non-fungible tokens (NFTs) are currently unregulated and can involve substantial risks. It is crucial to thoroughly educate yourself about these assets before making any investments or engaging in related activities. Prioritize conducting your research (DYOR) to make informed…

Google Play Policy Shift Threatens Crypto Exchange Access in South Korea

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Google is rolling out updated crypto app requirements in South Korea, a move that could significantly restrict access to offshore crypto exchanges by tying app availability to local regulatory clearance.  According to South Korean media outlet News1, starting Jan. 28, crypto exchange and wallet apps listed on Google Play in South Korea must upload documentation proving that their Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) registration with the country’s Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) has been accepted.  Google reportedly clarified that developers listing crypto exchange and custodial wallet apps must upload proof of…