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25 Feb 2026, 20:29

Change Log: Version 1.128

The Bitfinex Change Log is an overview of all performance and UI changes made to the Bitfinex trading platform. For an overview of all previous changes, please refer to blog.bitfinex.com/category/changelogs . Version 1.128 Features Updated price alert modal redesign Updated user info locale sync Updated to combine the Securities into the Bitfinex Master accounts and trading sub-accounts. Updated the contact form on the Bitfinex Securities Capital Raise page Improvements Updated the scroll into the viewport on expand Updated the pass language on the banner CTA button click Updated settings API keys switch on white theme Updated settings create API key to add restrict access tooltip and wording updates Updated settings, trading, and interface settings to add unsaved changes modal Updated the USDT0 withdrawal to put cancel continue on the same row Updated the zero-fee CTA mobile email input Updated VIP page form validation Updated Security settings page dropdown. Bug Fixes Fixed custom layout disable feature not working Added missing Market Watch and Grid translations Fixed Bitrefill BTC balance and payment modal on colour-blind theme header to add missing translations Fixed sortable list auto-scroll issue Fixed issue where new OTC request trade button was disabled but cursor appeared active Added missing “funding accrued next” translations Fixed issue where moving a funding offer on the chart to the wrong place cancels the offer Fixed chart trade arrows triggering unsaved changes warning Fixed chart reset triggering eight calls to the /set endpoint Removed repeating “No elements to show” message in balances widget Fixed overlapping tooltip in balances Removed Securities pairs from trading tab in tickers list Fixed Securities summary displaying incorrect information for accredited individuals regarding minimum balance requirement and FOK Fixed modal background color in high contrast theme Fixed sub-account flickering issue Fixed account settings language issue Fixed subscriptions page URL update Removed “Bitfinex Securities” reference from sub-account info section Fixed settings trading enable/disable header buttons Fixed settings email communication unsubscribe requests Updated settings to use ghost variant switch button Fixed leaderboard settings responsiveness Fixed theme colors not appearing in auto mode Updated design system to reduce header size and fix light-mode switch Updated sparkline chart to remove dots and outline Updated disabled user note to use warning notice Fixed performance chart displaying incorrect data for some tokens Fixed performance chart overflowing labels Updated Halving page third-party API Fixed VIP page form country auto-detect disappearing on interaction Fixed verification refresh token issue Fixed empty space before tag and updated trading card logic Updated zero-fee banner link Fixed missing zero-fee CTA Fixed non-user-friendly error message on VIP page form Fixed bug bounty autocomplete styles Fixed select option colour issue on the Ubuntu Brave browser Fixed zero trading fees mobile background *The derivatives platform is provided by Bitfinex Derivatives El Salvador S.A. de C.V.. References to Bitfinex Derivatives in this post are references to Bitfinex Derivatives El Salvador S.A. de C.V.. The Bitfinex APIs are designed to allow complete access to the features provided by Bitfinex. Learn more about our API documentation here . The post Change Log: Version 1.128 appeared first on Bitfinex blog .

25 Feb 2026, 19:57

PEPECOIN is available for trading!

We’re thrilled to announce that PEPECOIN is available for trading on Kraken! Funding and trading PEPECOIN trading is live as of February 18, 2026. To add an asset to your Kraken account, navigate to Funding, select the asset you’re after, and hit ‘Deposit’. Make sure to deposit your tokens into networks supported by Kraken. Deposits made using other networks will be lost. Trade on Kraken Here’s some more information about this asset : PepeCoin (PEPECOIN) PepeCoin (PEPECOIN) is a Pepe-themed cryptocurrency that originally launched in March 2016 on its own proof-of-work blockchain. The project was fairly mined by the community with no pre-sale and no insider allocation. In 2023, PepeCoin migrated to the Ethereum network via UTXO Swap, carrying its original chain state and transaction history. The PEPECOIN token powers an ecosystem of Web3 applications including Kekspace, a social MMO environment with DeFi utility; Smug Messenger, an encrypted messaging platform built on XMTP; and Pepe Paint, an NFT launchpad for digital artists. Please note: Trading via Kraken App and Instant Buy will be available once the liquidity conditions are met (when a sufficient number of buyers and sellers have entered the market for their orders to be efficiently matched). Geographic restrictions may apply Get Started with Kraken Will Kraken make more assets available? Yes! But our policy is to never reveal any details until shortly before launch – including which assets we are considering. All of Kraken’s available tokens can be found here , and all future tokens will be announced on our Listings Roadmap and social media profiles . Our client engagement specialists cannot answer any questions about which assets we may be making available in the future. The post PEPECOIN is available for trading! appeared first on Kraken Blog .

25 Feb 2026, 19:35

Kalshi exposes a politician and Mr. Beast editor for insider trading

Kalshi announced Wednesday it has closed and reported two cases of insider trading to the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), one allegedly involving an editor for popular YouTuber, Mr. Beast. The prediction exchange said it opened 200 investigations into suspicious insider trading activities over the past year, and over a dozen of the investigations led to active cases. On popular request, Kalshi today released information on two insider trading cases it recently closed in a bid to showcase its efforts in countering illegal trading. Today, we are releasing information about two insider cases we recently closed. Thank you @robertjdenault and team for leading the investigation and working with law enforcement. https://t.co/TcdmzeZw6P — Tarek Mansour (@mansourtarek_) February 25, 2026 Mr. Beast team member banned from Kalshi The first case involved a U.S. politician who bet about $200 on his own candidacy for Governor of California in May 2025. The candidate went on to share the trade on social media, which alerted Kalshi’s Surveillance Department and immediately got his account frozen. According to Kalshi, politicians in a race are allowed to use the prediction exchange, but shouldn’t bet on themselves. “As a candidate in a race, you can (and probably should) follow and use Kalshi’s market forecast, but you should not trade on it,” Kalshi precisely noted. In the second case, the trader bet up to $4,000 on YouTube streaming markets. The culprit was identified as Artem Kaptur, who reportedly edited videos for the popular YouTuber, Mr. Beast. Kalshi found that the editor likely had access to material non-public information connected to his trading, which enabled him to bet with near-perfect trading success, more suspiciously, on markets with low odds, it said. None of the traders were able to withdraw profits from the illegal bets, according to the report. The first trader was banned for five years and penalized 10 times his initial trade size, while the second trader got only a two-year ban, with a financial penalty five times the size of his initial trade size. The fines will be donated to a non-profit, Kalshi said. “We’ve reported each of these cases to the CFTC, as we are required to do, and Kalshi will be donating the fines imposed to a non-profit that provides consumer education on derivatives markets,” the prediction market wrote. Kalshi reported close to peak volumes in February The stakes on Kalshi are higher now that it has significantly grown its monthly volumes. From the beginning of February to date, Kalshi has posted $8.5B in trades. Kalshi volumes in February broke above $8.5B, almost catching up with January’s record. The platform is almost on par with Polymarket in terms of volumes. | Source: Dune Analytics Though the platform is still lagging from January’s record of over $9.5B, it still carries peak levels of monthly transactions, after exponential growth in early 2026. As a result, Kalshi is seen as one of the highly regulated and accurate platforms, capable of giving insights into economic issues such as interest rate decisions based on group predictions. Sports remain the biggest source of activity on Kalshi, while Polymarket remains the venue for current events and niche issues. Kalshi is still one of the top leading prediction platforms by volume, despite the recent crackdown on affiliate badges on X. Claim your free seat in an exclusive crypto trading community - limited to 1,000 members.

25 Feb 2026, 18:46

Why OM trading is paused: Inside MANTRA’s rebrand, coin upgrade, and exchange suspensions

MANTRA’s OM token is undergoing a major chain upgrade and rebrand, prompting Coinbase to suspend OM perpetual futures trading.

25 Feb 2026, 18:43

Ruble Stablecoin A7A5 Surpasses $100B Despite EU and US Sanctions

The use of digital assets for international settlements is increasingly viewed as a structural shift in global finance. One of the most notable recent examples is A7A5, a stablecoin pegged 1:1 to the Russian ruble. Launched in February 2025 under the regulation of the Kyrgyz Republic and issued by Old Vector LLC, the token operates on the Tron and Ethereum blockchains. It is backed by ruble-denominated bank deposits, and holders receive passive income derived from deposit interest. The issuer states that it complies with international KYC and AML standards and rejects allegations of sanctions evasion. During its first year, A7A5 processed $39 billion in transactions. The token is listed on Grinex, Meer, and Bitpapa exchanges and positions itself as operating under international financial security frameworks. Scale of Operations Draws Regulatory Scrutiny Over its first year, A7A5 reportedly exceeded $100 billion in transaction volume. In 2025 alone, circulating supply increased by $90 billion. Trading volume reached $17.3 billion, including $11.2 billion in the A7A5/RUB pair and $6.1 billion in the A7A5/USDT pair. The number of holders grew from 14,000 to 35,500, while market capitalization reached approximately $540 million. The scale of activity has drawn sustained regulatory attention. In August 2025, US and UK authorities sanctioned the Grinex exchange, identifying it as a successor to Garantex. Within four months of operation, $9.3 billion in A7A5-linked transactions were processed through the platform. In October 2025, the European Union included A7A5 in its 19th sanctions package, prohibiting transactions with the token across the bloc and describing it as a potential tool for financing military activities. Growth Continues Despite Restrictions Despite these measures, A7A5’s reported metrics indicate continued expansion. Sanctions have not halted demand for alternative cross-border settlement channels within the ruble zone. The broader context suggests that digital assets tied to national currencies may increasingly serve as parallel infrastructure for international payments, particularly in regions facing financial restrictions. Whether regulatory pressure will eventually constrain this growth remains an open question.

25 Feb 2026, 18:30

CryptoQuant Flags Caution as Bitcoin Rally Lacks Strong Trend Shift

CryptoQuant warns Bitcoin’s recent rise may not mark a durable market trend reversal. Low Binance Fund Flow Ratio points to limited spot selling pressure at this stage. Continue Reading: CryptoQuant Flags Caution as Bitcoin Rally Lacks Strong Trend Shift The post CryptoQuant Flags Caution as Bitcoin Rally Lacks Strong Trend Shift appeared first on COINTURK NEWS .