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Bitcoin rallies on softer inflation; ETF filings, regulation, and institutional moves shape crypto markets |
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February 15, 2026 |
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Today’s Setup
Bitcoin rebounds and policy moves drive market optimism amid continued ETF and institutional activity
BTC Price Recovery: Bitcoin regained $70,000 driven by cooler U.S. inflation and improved risk appetite despite ongoing bearish pressures. ETF Market Developments: Trump Media filed for new Bitcoin, Ether, and Cronos ETFs amid ongoing $360M spot Bitcoin ETF outflows, signaling institutional caution. Regulatory Momentum: US Treasury supports swift passage of the Clarity Act to clarify crypto regulation while debates over stablecoin yield restrictions continue.
Watch: Watch for further shifts in institutional flows and regulatory signals affecting crypto assets and ETF products.
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Top Stories
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Trump Media files for new Bitcoin, Ether, and Cronos ETFs amid $360M outflows
Trump Media submitted SEC filings to launch two new crypto ETFs targeting active traders with staking yield, coinciding with four weeks of $360 million net outflows from US spot Bitcoin ETFs.
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Bitcoin rebounds to $70,000 amid cooling inflation and market volatility
Bitcoin recovered to approximately $70,000 after a significant February dip, supported by softer U.S. inflation data, increased short interest, and mixed market signals pointing to a cautious outlook.
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US Treasury’s Bessent supports swift passage of Clarity Act to stabilize markets
Treasury official Scott Bessent urged Congress to quickly enact the Clarity Act, a bill addressing digital asset regulatory oversight designed to reduce market uncertainty, linking some recent Bitcoin declines to regulatory resistance.
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X to launch in-app crypto and stock trading with Smart Cashtags in weeks
Social media platform X announced plans to embed live crypto and stock trading features directly into user timelines via Smart Cashtags, enabling seamless asset trades and advancing fintech adoption.
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ARK Invest reverses course, buys $15M in Coinbase stock after selling spree
Cathie Wood’s ARK Invest purchased nearly $15.2 million in Coinbase shares across ETFs, signaling renewed institutional confidence amid difficult market conditions following prior sell-offs exceeding $39 million.
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