For any asset to become a "cornerstone of human civilization," it must undergo countless death spirals and periods of doubt.

Norway's $2.1 trillion sovereign wealth fund has ended its association with a Turkish financial company following a regulatory fine imposed on one of its senior managers for improper trading activities. Bloomberg posted on X that the decision to cut ties was influenced by the manager's involvement in trading practices that violated established norms. The wealth fund, known for its rigorous ethical standards, regularly reviews its investments to ensure compliance with its guidelines. This move underscores the fund's commitment to maintaining integrity in its investment portfolio. The Turkish firm, which has not been named, is reportedly reassessing its internal controls in response to the incident. The wealth fund's decision highlights the importance of ethical conduct in financial markets and the potential consequences of regulatory breaches.

The XRP Ledger has activated the XLS-85 amendment, which extends native escrow functionality to Trustline-based and Multi-Purpose Tokens. According to NS3.AI, this development facilitates secure conditional settlements beyond XRP itself, enhancing the utility of the XRPL for institutional use cases and tokenized finance. The upgrade is expected to potentially increase demand for XRP through higher network activity and fees. While the immediate price effects on XRP remain uncertain, the broader adoption of escrow-enabled tokens could strengthen long-term fundamentals and market sentiment.

Crypto KOL Haotian Cryptoinsight posted on X that despite the decline in the price of $Molt, the registration of agents on the Moltbook platform has surpassed 2.6 million, indicating a significant platform effect. This development suggests a decoupling of the Agentic Economy from the AI MEME token concept. Over the past two years, the AI Agent token boom and the x402 protocol have been driven by MEME token issuance and wealth creation effects. However, the narrative driven by token prices often leads to its destruction once the wealth myth collapses. Moltbook is demonstrating a different kind of resilience. Users continue to deploy agents on the platform, which serves as a foundational space for social interaction, identity verification, and command distribution, becoming an incubator for the Agentic Economy. These millions of agents are not only engaging in conversations but are also discovering tasks, executing them, and participating in decentralized governance. They can earn rewards through micropayments facilitated by the x402 protocol. A commercial ecosystem characterized by value creation, collaboration, and reward distribution is gradually taking shape. Importantly, this growth momentum is not controlled by token prices. The focus has shifted from token prices to the expanding Agentic silicon-based commercial society. Even without the stimulus of token prices, these 2.6 million agents continue to post, interact, trade, and even form 'digital religions' and 'prompt black markets.' Previously, agents were created for token issuance, but now economic activity is generated through agent interconnectivity. This shift away from the MEME token speculation model towards growth driven by intrinsic platform value marks the true beginning of the Agentic Economy's potential. The outlook for the Agentic Economy remains optimistic.

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Nestlé is intensifying its production of infant formula in response to a potential shortage. Bloomberg posted on X that this move comes after a contamination issue prompted the Swiss food company and its competitors to recall numerous batches. The recall has raised concerns about supply disruptions, prompting Nestlé to take proactive measures to ensure the availability of infant formula in the market. The company is working to stabilize the supply chain and meet consumer demand amid the ongoing challenges.

XRP has experienced a decline to approximately $1.30, influenced by bearish market trends and Bitcoin's ongoing price struggles. According to NS3.AI, XRP has dropped nearly 38% this month. Analysts caution that if XRP falls below the $1 support level, it could further decrease to between $0.75 and $0.85, reaching a yearly low. The market conditions remain unfavorable, with the broader impact of Bitcoin potentially dropping to $52,200 and Ethereum falling below $2,000, which could increase downside risks.

The U.S. Senate was unable to advance a funding bill for the Department of Homeland Security on Thursday, raising concerns about a potential shutdown. According to RTHK, the temporary funding at current levels is set to expire on the 13th of this month, leaving the department at risk of closure. The Senate vote resulted in 52 in favor and 47 against, falling short of the 60 votes needed to move the bill forward. Senate Democrats expressed dissatisfaction with the latest negotiation terms offered by the White House. Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer stated that Democrats are clear in their stance and do not support maintaining the status quo regarding current immigration enforcement. With both the Senate and House of Representatives set to recess for several days, U.S. media widely believe that a shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security is almost inevitable. However, Senate Republican Leader John Thune mentioned that if an agreement on the funding bill is reached, senators would be required to return to the Capitol within 24 hours.

German stock exchange operator Boerse Stuttgart Group is planning to merge its cryptocurrency operations with Frankfurt-based digital asset trader Tradias. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting that this strategic move aims to enhance the capabilities and reach of both entities in the digital asset market. The merger is expected to create a more robust platform for trading and managing digital assets, leveraging the strengths of both companies. This development comes as part of a broader trend of consolidation in the cryptocurrency sector, as firms seek to expand their offerings and improve their competitive edge in the rapidly evolving market.

The World Liberty Forum, organized by Donald Trump Jr. at Mar-a-Lago, is set to convene on February 18, bringing together 300 leaders from the finance, sports, and cryptocurrency sectors. According to NS3.AI, the event will feature prominent speakers such as Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon, Nasdaq’s Adena Friedman, and CFTC Chairman Michael Selig. These discussions will focus on the convergence of institutional finance and cryptocurrency, particularly in light of stalled crypto legislation. The forum takes place amid political pressures on U.S. President Donald Trump and a mixed performance in the cryptocurrency market. The market has experienced early gains driven by policy changes, followed by significant losses amounting to $2 trillion. The event aims to address these challenges and explore the future of finance and cryptocurrency integration.

Crypto treasury firm ETHZilla recently sold some of its crypto to begin a tokenization push by buying two jet plane engines leased to a US airline carrier. source: https://cointelegraph.com/news/ethzilla-tokenized-jet-engines-rwa-ethereum-liquidity-io?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

What were once assets in the old era are now liabilities in the new. The former moat, the huge user base, and the massive number of customers are now powerless against disruptive business models.

The AI ​​panic has subtly shifted from employment issues to a credit crisis, and this is just the beginning of the trouble. The seemingly calmest times in the credit market are often the most dangerous.

Washington is running out of time to pass sweeping crypto market structure legislation in 2026, as negotiations stall over two explosive flashpoints: stablecoin yield restrictions and President Donald Trump’s deep financial ties to the crypto industry.

BlockFills has temporarily stopped customers from depositing and withdrawing funds after a sharp fall in bitcoin prices and wider market stress. Some clients can still trade, but transfers in and out of the platform remain on hold while the firm works to restore liquidity.

The current sell-off in metals was triggered by a combination of risk aversion and profit-taking in the stock market, with algorithmic trading and CTA strategies exacerbating volatility. Analysts say this is not a trend reversal, but short-term volatility will increase significantly.

The efficiency revolution is sweeping across all industries, but a fundamental question is becoming increasingly acute: to whom does the enormous value created by AI agents actually go?

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