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Psy Protocol achieves 521,000 transactions per second on a real proof-of-work network, setting a new record for decentralized system throughput. Supported by Google Cloud, all transactions are verifiable on-chain, with a $100,000 bounty for validating the results. This achievement supports high-frequency micro-payments and AI collaboration, making the infrastructure more forward-looking.

The Motion Picture Association (MPA) condemns ByteDance's AI video generation service Seedance 2.0 for using a large amount of American film and television copyrights without authorization after its launch, demanding an immediate halt to the infringement. Disney and other organizations have also expressed concern and taken action to protect copyright.

Foresight News reports that X product lead Nikita Bier tweeted, "I sincerely hope cryptocurrencies become popular on the X platform, but those apps that encourage users to send spam, engage in malicious attacks, and harass random users are not the right way. They severely damage the experience of millions of people but only benefit a few. We will roll out several features in the coming weeks, including smart cash tags, allowing users to trade stocks and cryptocurrencies directly from the timeline."

This article summarizes cryptocurrency news as of February 14, 2026, including the latest updates on Bitcoin, Ethereum upgrades, Dogecoin trends, real-time cryptocurrency prices, and price forecasts. Major Web3 events today include: 1. Built-in crypto trading countdown on X timeline? X Money beta testing is imminent, and Elon Musk's "super app" ecosystem continues to expand; 2. SEC promotes a new framework for "de-securitizing" crypto assets, with four major classification systems that may reshape the US regulatory landscape; 3. Solana co-founder Anatoly Yakovenko's current net worth is estimated to be between $500 million and $1.2 billion.

February 14 News, recently the Meme coin market experienced a sharp sell-off, sparking widespread discussion among investors and analysts. On-chain data company Santiment pointed out that when most traders give up hope, the market often quietly prepares for a potential reversal. The current sell-off phase is highly similar to the bottom formation stage in historical cycles, and this extreme pessimism itself may be a signal. Santiment observed that Meme coin trading volume has decreased, social media discussions have turned negative, and speculative capital inflows have significantly reduced. Retail investors who once drove prices higher are mostly choosing to wait and see, which increases short-term downward pressure. However, long-term investors may be gradually accumulating at low levels. Historical experience shows that periods of market pessimism are often accompanied by smart money quietly positioning itself, laying the foundation for subsequent gains.

February 14 News, the United States experienced a partial government shutdown due to the failure to pass the budget on time. However, against the backdrop of increasing political uncertainty, the cryptocurrency market defied the trend and rose. Mainstream assets such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, and Solana showed significant rebounds, driving the overall market capitalization to recover. Market data shows that in the past 24 hours, the total market value of cryptocurrencies increased by nearly 5%, reaching approximately $2.38 trillion. The previous weeks of volatility and decline had kept many investors on the sidelines, but this round of rebound has injected new activity into the market. Although some analyses had predicted that the shutdown would increase selling pressure, the actual trend has contrasted with those expectations.

Pioneer Navigation Group's 13F filing with the U.S. SEC shows that it holds 5,653,110 shares of Circle stock, currently valued at approximately $339 million, with an unrealized loss of over $400 million.

On February 14, news reports indicate that as the crypto market experienced a short-term rebound, Solana (SOL) surged approximately 10% on Friday, briefly breaking through the $85 mark and regaining the critical $80 zone. Over the past week, SOL has fluctuated between $78 and $88, with the lowest point during the recent correction touching $67. This rebound is seen as a technical correction following the recent breach of support levels. Market analysis firm Daan Crypto Trades pointed out that the $80 level has historically served as an important support and resistance point multiple times. Whether this level can hold is key to determining if the short-term structure is turning bullish. Analyst Ali Martinez believes that if buying momentum continues, the price could test the short-term resistance at $88. A breakout above this level could pave the way for a renewed challenge of the $90 to $96 range, which corresponds to the previous low in April 2025.

February 14 News, the latest U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) was 2.4%, below market expectations of 2.5%, providing a short-term boost to risk assets. Bitcoin subsequently strengthened, closing the day up 3.93%, marking its largest single-day gain in two weeks. However, despite the rapid rebound, BTC remains below a key resistance zone, and market opinions are divided on whether the rally can continue. Earlier, the U.S. released employment data that exceeded expectations, indicating that the labor market remains resilient. This has sparked intense discussions about the pace of interest rate cuts. Some investors believe that an overheating economy will force the Federal Reserve to delay its easing cycle; meanwhile, the decline in CPI temporarily eased inflation concerns, restoring confidence among bulls.

February 14 News, on-chain metrics show that Bitcoin's Net Unrealized Profit/Loss (NUPL) has recently fallen sharply to 0.18, sparking market attention to sentiment shifts and price trends. On-chain analysis firm Glassnode pointed out that this level is within its "Hope/Fear" zone, indicating that the network as a whole remains profitable, but its advantage has significantly weakened. NUPL is used to measure the unrealized profit and loss of all network investors. It is calculated by comparing the price at which each Bitcoin was last moved to the current spot price: above the current price indicates unrealized profit, below indicates unrealized loss. After aggregating this difference across the entire network, dividing by the market capitalization reflects the proportion of net profit or loss held by holders.

On February 14, news reports indicate that Bitcoin (BTC) has fallen about 50% from its all-time high, and the market is once again focusing on a core question: how long will this correction take to recover? Crypto market analyst Sam Daodu stated that by reviewing past cycles, a relatively clear timeframe can be identified. Daodu pointed out that since 2011, Bitcoin has experienced over 20 deep corrections of more than 40%. Mid-cycle declines of 35% to 50% are typically used to release overheated sentiment and do not alter the long-term upward structure. In the absence of systemic shocks, prices generally return to previous highs within about 14 months.

On February 14, it was announced that after achieving compliance in Finland, a leading Nordic crypto service provider has expanded the compliant access scope of XRP to a broader European market. The company, having obtained authorization under the EU's Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA), now qualifies to offer regulated services across multiple countries. This development significantly enhances XRP's availability and compliance credibility within the EU region. According to disclosures, the platform had already included XRP and various digital assets in its supported assets as early as December 2025. Recently, with the enforcement of its compliance license, related features have begun to open up to more jurisdictions. Previously, it made its first cross-border entry into Finland, allowing local users to buy, sell, transfer, and custody assets within a regulated environment, as well as providing basic services such as order book matching and asset swaps. This step is seen as a key milestone from the Nordic region toward the European Union.

February 14 News, Virginia is advancing a regulatory bill targeting cryptocurrency ATMs. The bill has been approved by the state Senate and House and is now awaiting the governor's signature. Once enacted, it will establish uniform compliance standards for operators of self-service terminals across the state and provide consumers with more systematic fraud protection. According to the bill, operators must complete registration and licensing processes, submit periodic reports, and comply with fee cap requirements. Machines are no longer allowed to promote themselves as "ATMs" or use any language implying cash withdrawal. The new regulations will also set daily and monthly transaction limits, implement a 48-hour freeze period for new users to facilitate refunds in case of suspected fraud, and all transactions must complete identity verification. Clear risk warnings must be posted next to the devices.

On February 14th, news broke that Jack Dorsey's Cash App has quietly rolled out a major upgrade: all Bitcoin purchases over $2,000 are now fee-free; all recurring investments (daily, weekly, monthly) are also free of charge. Previously, the platform typically charged a 0.9%–2% fee plus spreads, meaning a one-time $5,000 purchase could cost an extra $50–$100; long-term dollar-cost averaging for a year could also cost an additional $150–$300. The new policy directly eliminates these friction points, making "painless accumulation" a reality. For automated investors, the change is especially significant. Weekly investments of $300 are no longer eroded by fees, and growth prospects are more predictable. Coupled with features like direct Bitcoin deposits and spare change rounding, users can continuously accumulate without intervention, and perform small transactions via the Lightning Network, creating a closed-loop experience of "earn—accumulate—spend—withdraw."

February 14 News, Kevin O’Leary won a default judgment in a defamation case against Ben “BitBoy” Armstrong in the Southern District of Florida Federal Court, with a total compensation of $2.8 million. The court found that the defendant’s posting of “malicious” false accusations and private information on social media constituted serious defamation and punitive damages. The judgment shows that O’Leary was awarded $750,000 in emotional distress damages, $78,000 in reputation damages, and an additional $2 million in punitive damages. The judge noted that as a public figure engaged in media and business collaborations, damage to O’Leary’s reputation would directly affect his performance invitations and business relationships. Expert testimony, based on the viewership of the involved posts, the size of the affected audience, and repair costs, estimated the reputation loss at $78,000.

BlockBeats News, February 14th, F2Pool co-founder Wang Chun posted on social media stating, "Smart money is now buying Bitcoin."

BlockBeats News, February 14 — X product lead and Solana advisor Nikita Bier announced, "X plans to update API policies to prevent applications from creating fee pools without user consent."