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Market Analysis / Research | February 24, 2026

Why major stablecoin transfer activity is cooling while alternatives surge

Major stablecoins face transfer declines as alternatives gain momentum. USDT drops 21%, USDC falls 13%, while USD1 rises 67% to $104.9M daily.

News | February 18, 2026

Brazil Congress revisits $68B BTC Reserve proposal

Brazil weighs $68B BTC reserve; Hong Kong grants rare license to VDX; Poland revisits vetoed crypto bill.

Market Analysis / Research | February 18, 2026

FDUSD surges 388% as stablecoin transfers decline

Major stablecoins show 20-33% transfer declines while FDUSD surges 388% week-over-week. Market rotation signals shift toward alternative stablecoins.