Monad co-founder Keone Hon stated in an article on the X platform that the conspiracy theory that Jane Street suppressed Bitcoin to below $150,000 is unfounded. Hedging a short IBIT position with long futures means that, on average, other parties will eventually hold short futures positions, which they must hedge with long spot positions. The sum of all positions in the market (converted to delta) always equals the total supply of Bitcoin (approximately 20 million). Of course, any party can unilaterally decide to short, thereby increasing their long positions. This is the case in all perpetual contract markets, but it is irrelevant to IBIT or APs.

Toyota Motor is set to unwind approximately $19 billion in strategic shareholdings, according to reports. Bloomberg posted on X that the process will involve financial institutions selling shares of the automaker. This move is part of Toyota's broader strategy to streamline its investments and focus on core business operations. The decision reflects a shift in the company's approach to managing its financial assets, aiming to enhance operational efficiency and shareholder value. The unwinding of these shareholdings is expected to impact the company's financial landscape, with potential implications for its market position and investment strategies.

Morgan Stanley will launch direct cryptocurrency trading for retail clients through E*Trade in the first half of 2026, allowing users to buy and sell Bitcoin, Ethereum and Solana. The bank is also building its own crypto custody and settlement platform, while using Zerohash to run the trading, custody and settlement systems at launch.

Hong Kong Edition has reached a milestone with its 100th newsletter, prompting a look back at some of the most favored articles by its readers. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting the journey and evolution of the publication over time. The newsletter has covered a wide range of topics, capturing the interests of its audience and adapting to the changing landscape of news consumption. As the publication continues to grow, it remains committed to delivering insightful and engaging content to its readers.

Analyst @ai_9684xtpa posted on X that Jane Street is facing serious allegations following a community investigation. The article, which has garnered nearly 1.5 million views, outlines several accusations against the firm. Firstly, Jane Street is accused of playing a role in the collapse of LUNA. Additionally, the firm allegedly exploited its privileges as an authorized participant in the BTC ETF to systematically manipulate prices. This involved precise daily sell-offs at 10 a.m. to trigger long liquidations, further pressuring prices. Moreover, Jane Street is accused of using regulatory loopholes to establish hidden short positions, coordinating market dumps to secure substantial profits. These actions have sparked significant controversy and criticism within the financial community.

Circle CEO Jeremy Allaire discussed the progress and potential launch of the Arc token during Circle's Q4 2025 earnings call. According to ChainCatcher, Allaire emphasized the ongoing exploration of the Arc token, highlighting its potential value. He noted that the company is gaining a deeper understanding of how the token could play a crucial role in stakeholder incentives, governance, security, and functional utility within the Arc network. Allaire stated that no specific timeline has been communicated yet, as the exploration phase is still underway. However, he mentioned significant progress in the Arc project, with steady advancement towards the mainnet launch, anticipated in 2026. The CEO expects several prominent companies to participate in operating the Arc infrastructure, deploying applications, and providing infrastructure support for asset issuers and AI agents across various application scenarios. He assured that more information will be disclosed to the public once available.

According to the latest data from the Gate platform, the total amount staked in its SOL mining (staking) product has reached 516,600 SOL, with a reference annualized yield of 11%. Users can obtain an equivalent amount of GTSOL assets by staking SOL, realizing asset appreciation. This service supports instant redemption, releasing liquidity and obtaining stable returns. In addition to SOL, the platform also offers multi-currency staking options. As of press time, the reference annualized yields are: GUSD 3.20%, BTC 5.49%, ETH 5.81%, and USDT 3.44%.

Indonesia has successfully executed its largest global bond sale since at least 2017, demonstrating a reduction in investor concerns regarding fiscal challenges in Southeast Asia's largest economy. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting the significance of this financial achievement amid potential credit rating threats. This move indicates a positive shift in investor sentiment towards Indonesia's economic stability.

The yen emerged as the strongest performer among Group-of-10 currencies following comments from Bank of Japan board member Hajime Takata. Bloomberg posted on X that Takata, known for his hawkish stance, reiterated the need for additional interest rate hikes. This development has bolstered the yen, reflecting market anticipation of potential monetary policy adjustments by the Bank of Japan. The currency's rise underscores the influence of central bank communications on foreign exchange markets.

Copper prices experienced a decline as investors awaited a resurgence in demand from industrial users in China, the world's largest consumer of the metal, following the Lunar New Year holiday. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting the market's focus on China's economic activities post-holiday. The anticipation stems from expectations that industrial activity in China will pick up, potentially boosting copper consumption. However, the current market sentiment remains cautious as traders monitor developments in the Chinese economy.

The three-month moving average (MA-3M) of XRP futures volume has dropped to its lowest level since November 2024, signaling a clear slowdown in derivatives activity. According to recent data, the MA-3M now stands near $87 billion, reflecting a sustained decline in speculative momentum rather than a short-term dip. source: https://www.ethnews.com/xrp-derivatives-activity-hits-multi-month-low/

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