South Korean authorities are investigating the unauthorized transfer of 22 Bitcoin previously held in cold storage at Seoul’s Gangnam Police Station. The disappearance, valued at approximately $1.45–$1.6 million based on Feb. 13 market prices near $66,000–$68,000 per Bitcoin was uncovered during a nationwide audit of seized digital assets.

The Bank of Russia lowered its benchmark key interest rate by 50 basis points to 15.5% on February 13, 2026, extending its easing cycle with a sixth consecutive cut. The decision came as a surprise to most economists, who had expected policymakers to hold rates steady at 16% amid a recent inflation uptick.

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