Major cloud providers are investing approximately $700 billion annually in AI-related infrastructure. According to NS3.AI, market sentiment is becoming cautious due to concerns about the sustainability of these capital expenditures. Leading tech stocks, particularly those heavily tied to AI and known as the Magnificent Seven, have seen significant price declines, with Microsoft experiencing a notable drop in valuation multiples. In the crypto space, a subtle shift is occurring as Bitcoin miners and blockchain payment systems begin integrating AI capabilities through long-term leases and machine-to-machine payment protocols.

A Wells Fargo customer says she’s frustrated after spending months contesting illicit charges that drained thousands of dollars from her bank account. Vicki Duffy from New Hope, Pennsylvania says dozens of charges were posted to her checking account through a money transfer company she never used, reports CBS News Philadelphia. source: https://dailyhodl.com/2026/02/20/wells-fargo-refuses-to-reimburse-customer-after-4400-abruptly-drained-from-account-insisting-customer-approved-the-withdrawals-report/

Bitcoin stayed rangebound within a "downward trajectory" as the Supreme Court concluded that some US trade tariffs were illegal and liable for a refund. source: https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-ignores-us-supreme-court-trump-tariff-strike-amid-talk-of-150b-refund?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

Analysts predict that Canada's Big Six banks will report higher earnings next week. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting that these financial institutions are facing challenges to achieve greater returns on equity. The upcoming reports are expected to reflect the banks' strategies in navigating current economic conditions and their efforts to enhance profitability.

The following article is adapted from The Block’s newsletter, The Daily, which comes out on weekday afternoons. source: https://www.theblock.co/post/390662/the-daily-ripple-ceo-sees-90-chance-of-crypto-bill-passing-by-end-of-april-bgd-labs-to-stop-contributing-to-aave-and-more?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss

Crypto treasury executives are urging the Basel Committee on Banking Supervision (BCBS) to reconsider the 1,250% risk weight assigned to Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies under the Basel III framework. According to Cointelegraph, this requirement mandates that banks must back any Bitcoin (BTC) on their balance sheets with approved collateral at a 1:1 ratio, making it more costly to hold BTC compared to other asset classes. In contrast, cash, physical gold, and government debt carry a 0% risk weight under the same framework. Jeff Walton, chief risk officer at Bitcoin treasury company Strive, expressed concerns over the current regulations, stating that if the U.S. aims to be the 'crypto capital' of the world, banking regulations need to evolve as risk is currently mispriced. The capital rules under Basel III discourage banks from holding BTC and other cryptocurrencies due to the high collateral costs associated with digital assets, which in turn lowers a bank’s return on equity, a crucial metric for profitability, as noted by Chris Perkins, president of investment company CoinFund. The Basel Committee initially proposed these risk weightings in 2021, categorizing BTC and other cryptocurrencies in the highest risk category with a 1,250% risk weight. In 2024, the committee finalized these capital requirements, which faced significant backlash from the crypto industry. Phong Le, CEO of Strategy, the largest Bitcoin treasury company, has called for a reform of the current Basel III crypto risk weighting. Chris Perkins highlighted that the current rules represent a "different type of chokepoint" compared to the overt debanking of crypto companies, which some industry insiders have referred to as Operation Chokepoint 2.0. He described it as a nuanced method of suppressing activity by making it prohibitively expensive for banks to engage in such activities. In October 2025, reports indicated that the committee was considering easing the capital requirements for digital assets in response to the growing stablecoin market cap, which is approaching $300 billion, according to data from RWA.xyz. The following month, Erik Thedéen, chair of the BCBS, suggested that the international banking regulator might need a "different approach" to the 1,250% risk weight for cryptocurrencies, hinting at a potential change in collateral requirements.

U.S. intelligence reports indicate that a detention camp in Syria, holding members of the extremist group ISIS, has collapsed, resulting in the escape of at least 15,000 individuals. According to Jin10, the incident raises significant concerns about regional security and the potential resurgence of ISIS activities. The collapse of the camp underscores ongoing challenges in managing detained extremists and maintaining stability in conflict-affected areas. The situation is being closely monitored by international security agencies, as efforts to recapture the escapees are underway.

도널드 트럼프 미국 대통령은 대법원의 관세 폐지 결정 이후 성명을 발표할 예정이다. 계속 읽어보세요: 속보: 도널드 트럼프 대통령, 몇 분 후 관세 관련 기자회견 개최 예정! 시간과 현재까지 알려진 내용을 확인하세요 source: https://kr.bitcoinsistemi.com/breaking-news-donald-trump-to-hold-press-conference-on-tariffs-in-minutes-heres-the-time-and-what-we-know/

US President Donald Trump will make a statement following the Supreme Court's decision to overturn the tariffs. Continue Reading: BREAKING: Donald Trump to Hold Press Conference on Tariffs in Minutes – Here’s the Time and What We Know source: https://en.bitcoinsistemi.com/breaking-donald-trump-to-hold-press-conference-on-tariffs-in-minutes-here-s-the-time-and-what-we-kno/

The current administration is considering the impact of inflation on voters as it evaluates potential changes to the tariff policies established by U.S. President Donald Trump. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting that the administration is cautious about making swift alterations to the existing tariff structure. The focus remains on addressing economic challenges without exacerbating inflationary pressures. This approach reflects a strategic decision to balance economic policy with voter sentiment, ensuring that any modifications to tariffs do not adversely affect the economy or public opinion.

Looking at the on-chain data from the beginning of 2026, the focus of anti-money laundering efforts shows a deep shift from address tagging to asset fingerprint extraction.

The CLARITY Act will inevitably emerge from the interplay and compromise of various interests. This is not only a "coming-of-age ceremony" for the crypto industry, but also a crucial watershed moment in the evolution of human monetary forms and financial settlement networks.

Even before the quantum threat arrives, AI has already sounded the alarm for Crypto security.

The transcript of the conversation between U.S. SEC Chairman Paul S. Atkins and SEC Commissioner Hester M. Peirce on ETHDenver on February 18, 2026, outlines the key priorities for cryptocurrency policy in 2026.

An 18-year promise to our children: about confidence, cycles, and choices. Also dedicated to every new parent.

Blockchain infrastructure and crypto capital formation mechanisms are rapidly developing to support the AI ​​Agent economy.

The future of on-chain DeFi may truly be prepared for AI, and code auditors and hackers may all lose their jobs.

The UK's blueprint for building a new generation of payment infrastructure represents a profound and systematic transformation of financial infrastructure. It involves not only technological upgrades but also innovation in governance models, reshaping of public policy, and far-reaching planning for the future form of currency.

At the start of 2026, global financial markets exhibited significant volatility, bearing many similarities to the dot-com bubble of 2000. Today, AI-driven growth models are facing similar challenges.

Jinse Finance launches its cryptocurrency and blockchain industry daily news bulletin, "Jinse 8 AM," issue 2973, providing you with the latest and fastest news on the digital currency and blockchain industry.