Kevin Hassett, Director of the National Economic Council, launched a sharp attack on a recent study published by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, escalating tensions between the White House and parts of the Federal Reserve system.
The European Central Bank is moving its digital euro project into a more concrete phase, outlining a detailed roadmap that stretches from partner selection in 2026 to a potential public launch by the end of the decade.
Nvidia and Meta Platforms unveiled a sweeping, multi-generational partnership on February 17, 2026, aimed at dramatically expanding Meta’s artificial intelligence infrastructure.
Bitcoin has officially entered a bear cycle as of February 2026, according to Ki Young Ju, the CEO of CryptoQuant. The call comes as on-chain data and institutional flows point to a structural shift in market dynamics rather than a temporary correction.
Nvidia (NVDA) shares are trading around $184–$185 as of February 18, 2026, reflecting recent volatility across the broader technology sector. While the stock has rebounded modestly ahead of its February 25 earnings report, it remains below earlier 2026 highs amid concerns over potential moderation in AI capital spending and short-term profit-taking.
Dutch fintech firm Quantoz Payments has secured principal membership with Visa, enabling it to issue Visa-branded virtual debit cards backed by regulated stablecoins across Europe.
The European Central Bank is stepping up its scrutiny of foreign-exchange markets as policymakers grow increasingly alert to the inflationary impact of a strengthening euro.
Christine Lagarde is expected to step down as president of the European Central Bank before the end of her term in 2027.
On February 17, 2026, Elemental Royalty Corp approved its first-ever dividend policy, marking a notable shift for the precious metals sector.
The narrative of Bitcoin as “digital gold” faced a serious test in 2025. While Bitcoin entered the year with strong momentum following a major 2024 rally, gold delivered one of its strongest annual performances in decades. The divergence has reshaped the store-of-value debate heading into 2026.
Russian authorities are moving closer to a sweeping overhaul of the country’s cryptocurrency market, with foreign exchange platforms potentially facing blocks as early as summer 2026.
Exchange-traded fund flows tied to major cryptocurrencies were mixed on Feb. 17, reflecting cautious positioning ahead of key U.S. macro catalysts and ongoing volatility across digital assets.
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