Google has reached a $68 million settlement in a class action lawsuit concerning allegations that the Google Assistant recorded private conversations without user consent. According to NS3.AI, the plaintiffs claimed that the voice assistant was sometimes activated unintentionally and that recordings were shared with advertisers for targeted advertising purposes. Although Google denies any wrongdoing, the company opted to settle to avoid extended litigation. The settlement will be distributed among users affected since May 2016.

The Smarter Web Company, recognized as Britain's largest publicly listed bitcoin holder, has commenced trading on the London Stock Exchange Main Market under the ticker SWC. According to NS3.AI, the company, originally established as a web design agency, shifted its focus in 2025 to holding bitcoin on its balance sheet. It currently possesses 2,674 BTC, acquired at an average price exceeding $111,000. Despite experiencing a significant decline of nearly 95% in share price since its initial public offering on Aquis, the company remains committed to increasing its bitcoin holdings. It has set a goal to join the FTSE 250 by the end of 2026.

Oil futures continued their upward trend, with both WTI and Brent crude prices increasing by over $1. According to Jin10, this surge followed reports that the U.S. military shot down an Iranian drone approaching a U.S. Navy aircraft carrier. The incident has heightened geopolitical tensions, contributing to the rise in oil prices. Market participants are closely monitoring the situation for any further developments that could impact the energy sector.

Numerai has released its monthly update, highlighting key developments and initiatives within the platform. According to BWEnews, the update covers several important aspects, including Numercon, agents, staking, risk management, and a significant $1 million buyback of NMR tokens. Numercon, a major event for Numerai, was a focal point of the update, showcasing advancements and collaborations within the community. The introduction of agents aims to enhance the platform's functionality and user engagement, providing new opportunities for participants. Staking remains a critical component of Numerai's ecosystem, with ongoing efforts to optimize returns and manage associated risks. The update emphasizes the importance of risk management strategies to ensure the stability and security of the platform. In a notable financial move, Numerai announced a $1 million buyback of NMR tokens, reflecting confidence in the platform's growth and sustainability. This buyback is expected to positively impact the token's value and investor sentiment. Overall, Numerai's monthly update underscores its commitment to innovation and strategic development, positioning the platform for continued success in the competitive landscape.

On February 4, Jin10 reported that a U.S.-flagged oil tanker, the Stena Imperative, was approached by six Iranian gunboats in the Strait of Hormuz. According to Jin10, the incident occurred on February 3, as reported by American media citing a British maritime security company. The gunboats reportedly communicated via radio, instructing the tanker’s captain to shut down the engines and prepare for boarding. However, the tanker accelerated and maintained its course. The Stena Imperative continued its journey under the escort of a U.S. warship and is expected to arrive at the port of Sitra in Bahrain on February 5. Iranian news agency Fars reported that vessels were intercepted for entering Iranian territorial waters without permission.

On Feb 03, 2026, 17:13 PM(UTC). According to Binance Market Data, BNB has dropped below 760 USDT and is now trading at 759.070007 USDT, with a narrowed 2.33% decrease in 24 hours.

On Feb 03, 2026, 17:12 PM(UTC). According to Binance Market Data, Bitcoin has dropped below 76,000 USDT and is now trading at 75,933.429688 USDT, with a narrowed 3.69% decrease in 24 hours.

MetaMask will offer Ondo Finance tokenized stocks and ETF for immediate swaps. Access to the new tokenized products will exclude the US and the usual MetaMask list of countries and territories. source: https://www.cryptopolitan.com/metamask-launches-tokenized-us-stocks-with-ondo-global/

For years, the promise of on-chain finance has been to integrate real-world markets at the same speed, accessibility, and programmability of crypto. com. source: https://www.techgaged.com/this-crypto-wallet-just-integrated-us-stocks-etfs-and-commodities/

暗号資産市場、全網の約半数が損失　今回の下落で賢い資金さえも怖がる理由は？金色财经、現在の市場状況は非常に明確：全面的なリスク回避。

金色财经は『金色Web3.0日報』を創刊し、MEME、DeFi、DAO、NFT、メタバース業界の最新ニュースをいち早くお届けします。

お金は私たちの未来の選択肢を蓄えている。通貨単位を慎重に選び、収入を超えて紙幣を印刷できる者には警戒せよ。

公安部は最近『ネットワーク犯罪防止法（意見募集稿）』を発表し、暗号通貨及び関連するWeb3活動に対する規制が行政通知から国家法へと格上げされ、規制の重点が刑事管理へと移行したことを示している。

SpaceX、イーロン・マスク、SpaceXがxAIを飲み込む　マスクの兆円規模「内循環」ゴールデンファイナンス、人類史上最大の資本アービトラージ。

ナスダックとニューヨーク証券取引所が24時間365日取引を発表、DTCCがトークン化証券を発行するなど、伝統的な金融大手による一連の積極的な動きは、金融市場インフラが構造的変革を迎えつつあることを示している。

金、銀、BTC、貴金属と暗号通貨が同日に急騰：これは二つの物語ではなく、同じ手がポジション調整を行っている金色财经、市場では集団的な「リスク管理」が進行中だ。

2011年には、エプスタインはすでにビットコインに注目していた。この年のビットコインの年間総取引高はまだ1億ドルを超えておらず、当時の価格は一時30ドルを突破したものの、その後90%も下落した。

シンガポール・ガルフ銀行はSGB Netプラットフォームにステーブルコインのサポートを追加し、機関投資家顧客が従来通貨と並行してUSDCおよびUSDTの取引、保有、変換、発行を行えるようにした。本人確認（KYC）および資金洗浄防止（AML）チェックを含む本サービスは、カストディにFireblocksを採用し、2026年第1四半期に開始予定である。

バイナンスが市場が待ち望んでいた10・10大規模清算事件の検証レポートを発表した当日、暗号通貨投資家は再び激しいフラッシュクラッシュに見舞われた。