Crypto News Today [Live] Updates On Feb 23, 2026

Bitcoin has plunged nearly 49% over the past 139 days, erasing more than $1.21 trillion from its market cap. The drop of roughly $62,000 from the peak has come without a meaningful relief rally, raising concerns across the crypto market. Market watchers say this is one of the most unusual drawdowns in Bitcoin’s history. Many believe the shift began after the October 10 liquidation event, suggesting changes in liquidity and sentiment conditions in crypto.

Vitalik Buterin has reportedly sold 1,869 ETH worth about $3.67 million in the past two days. During the same period, Ethereum’s price slipped from $1,988 to $1,875, a drop of roughly 5.7%.Earlier, Buterin sold 6,958 ETH worth $14.78 million, after which ETH fell from $2,360 to $1,825 — a sharper 22.7% decline. The reason for the sales is unclear, but traders are watching Ethereum closely.

Crypto entrepreneur Arthur Hayes revealed his current portfolio mix. He holds stocks linked to gold, silver, copper, uranium miners, oil majors, defense companies, and Latin American energy firms. On the crypto side, Hayes owns Bitcoin, Ethereum, Zcash, and HYPE, along with physical gold.