KLEA Crypto Daily: Friday, February 13, 2026

Published: February 14, 2026 – 00:03 UTC

Here’s a look back at the key stories from February 13, 2026.

Grayscale Files to Convert AAVE Token Trust into ETF to List on NYSE Arca

Grayscale has submitted a filing to convert its AAVE token trust into an ETF for listing on NYSE Arca, potentially signaling a significant development in the crypto investment space.

MicroStrategy Goes Underwater for First Time Since October 2023

MicroStrategy faces a profitability test as BTC trades below its cost basis, marking the first time in 16 months that the company's treasury strategy is underwater, potentially impacting its future decisions in the crypto market.

SEC and CFTC Relaunch “Project Crypto” as Joint Harmonization Initiative

On January 29, the SEC and the CFTC unveiled the relaunch of “Project Crypto,” positioning the initiative as a coordinated interagency effort to prepare for forthcoming federal digital asset market structure legislation and to address longstanding jurisdictional fragmentation between the agencies.

Clarity Act Will Lift Bitcoin Price, Says Treasury Secretary Bessent

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent believes advancing stalled crypto legislation, including the Clarity Act, will help stabilize crypto markets and restore investor confidence, amid Bitcoin's significant price drop and regulatory deadlock in Washington.

Bitcoin Eyes $70,000 Reclaim As Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Flip Green

Bitcoin is pushing back towards $70,000, reversing its recent slide, amidst volatile ETF flows and lingering sentiment in "Extreme Fear" territory. The cryptocurrency market is gearing up for a potentially bullish weekend ahead.

Hong Kong Treasury Official: Digital Assets Are Here to Stay

Joseph Chan, Under Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury of Hong Kong, declared at a conference that digital assets are a long-term asset class. The government of Hong Kong is committed to fostering the growth of digital assets.

CFTC Appoints Coinbase, Ripple Executives to 35-Member Innovation Committee

The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has named top executives from leading cryptocurrency firms, including Brian Armstrong of Coinbase and Brad Garlinghouse of Ripple, to its new Innovation Advisory Committee. This move signals the CFTC's commitment to involving industry experts in regulatory decisions amid the rapid evolution of the digital asset ecosystem.

Binance France Boss Targeted in Failed Home Invasion Wrench Attack

Binance confirmed the safety of its French CEO after a failed home invasion attempt involving three individuals. The attackers, who targeted the executive's home, stole phones and injured a woman in the wrong house, leading to arrests and an ongoing investigation.

Crypto Super PAC Sets Aside $1.5M to Challenge Al Green in Texas Race

A powerful crypto super PAC, Fairshake, is allocating $1.5 million to oppose Rep. Al Green in Texas, citing his stance against new digital asset technologies. This move highlights ongoing tensions between the crypto industry and lawmakers.

BlackRock Goldman and CitiGroup Lead Wall Street’s Crypto Hiring Spree

Major financial players like BlackRock, Goldman Sachs, and CitiGroup are actively recruiting talent with crypto expertise, signaling a significant shift towards digital assets in traditional finance. This recruitment drive coincides with increasing institutional adoption of cryptocurrencies.

Coinbase Shares Jump as Dip Buyers Bet on Crypto Market Bottom

Coinbase Global Inc. shares saw a boost after reporting weak quarterly results, with dip buyers believing the worst had already been factored into the price.

The U.S. Proposes Banning Chinese Semiconductors and Adds Companies to Pentagon List

The U.S. has proposed banning agencies from using certain Chinese semiconductors and added Baidu, BYD, and Alibaba to a Pentagon list of firms aiding China’s military. Alibaba has stated it will take legal action in response to this move.

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse Joins CFTC Panel, Signaling Regulatory Progress for XRP

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse has joined the Commodity Futures Trading Commission’s Innovation Advisory Committee, marking a significant milestone for Ripple and the XRP ecosystem. This move is seen as a step towards growing regulatory normalization and improving Ripple's credibility in US policy discussions.

Tokenization and Multi-Asset Ecosystems Main Themes at Liquidity 2026

Liquidity 2026 in Hong Kong focused on the growth of tokenization and integration of multi-asset ecosystems, with global institutions prioritizing infrastructure development in the crypto market's evolution. Representatives from various financial sectors gathered to discuss the future of digital assets and traditional finance.

Chainalysis Report Finds Sharp Rise in Use of Cryptocurrency in Human Trafficking

The use of crypto assets in human trafficking infrastructure increased significantly in 2025, with an 85% rise in transaction volumes. The transparency of blockchain technology aids law enforcement in identifying and preventing such crimes.

Can Ethereum Price Attempt a 10% Bounce as the Biggest Whales Add $2 Billion?

Ethereum is showing signs of stabilization after significant selling pressure, with the largest Ethereum holders accumulating aggressively. This accumulation aligns with a bullish technical signal on the 12-hour chart.

Source: KLEA News