U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren and Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) Comptroller Jonathan Gould engaged in a heated debate at a Senate Banking Committee hearing regarding World Liberty Financial's (WLFI) application for a national trust banking license. Warren called the application the "most despicable" presidential corruption scandal, pointing to an investment firm linked to UAE National Security Advisor Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan investing $500 million in WLFI four days before Trump's inauguration, acquiring a 49% stake, of which approximately $187 million went to Trump family entities. Warren urged Gould to reject or suspend the review of the application, stating that approval would make it "an accomplice to corruption." Gould refused to intervene, stating that he would process the application according to standard procedures and countered that the only political pressure he felt came from Warren. Forty-one House Democrats had previously written to the Treasury Secretary, warning that approving the license could threaten "the legitimacy of the U.S. banking system and its independence from foreign actors." (Decrypt)

Fairfax Financial Holdings is currently the leading contender to acquire a majority stake in IDBI Bank. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting that this potential acquisition could mark the largest foreign investment in India's banking sector. The move underscores Fairfax's strategic interest in expanding its presence in the Indian financial market. The acquisition, if successful, would signify a significant shift in the ownership structure of IDBI Bank, potentially influencing the broader banking landscape in India.

Santiment posted on the X platform that Bitcoin is about to reach a milestone, with the number of wallets holding at least 100 BTC exceeding 20,000. These wallets currently hold at least $6.78 million in value and are primarily owned by high-net-worth individuals, funds, long-term holders, or institutions. An increase in this number during or after a price decline can be seen as a bullish signal. However, to date, the overall supply ratio of key holders has not increased significantly, keeping prices low. The increase in the number of wallets holding 100 or more BTC indicates that holdings are distributed among more large holders, rather than being monopolized by a few. This shows a decrease in the concentration of top-level holdings. At the same time, compared to smaller retail wallets, wealth is concentrating in the hands of more powerful large holders. Therefore, this is not a minimal sign of decentralization, but it indicates that more independent entities have reached "whale" level. Historically, increases in the number of whale wallets have often occurred during accumulation phases, subsequently supporting price recovery. The growth in the number of wallets needs to match the growth in the overall supply held, with retail investors gradually selling their tokens to larger holders. History shows that this phase often occurs when retail traders panic sell or take profits too early.

London is experiencing a shortage of office space, indicating a bustling city environment but raising concerns about future economic growth. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting the implications of this trend for the city's economic prospects. The lack of available office space suggests a thriving business environment, yet it also poses challenges for sustained economic expansion. As demand continues to outpace supply, the situation underscores the need for strategic planning to accommodate future growth.

According to the official announcement, Binance Wallet will launch the Sentio (ST) Booster event on February 27th, with a total of 25 million ST tokens (2.5% of the total supply) airdropped in phases. The threshold for Phase 1 is 66 Alpha points, with a deduction of 5 points for participation, and the tokens may be locked. In the Pre-TGE event, each user can contribute a maximum of 3 BNB; ST will not be available for trading until the project unlocks its tokens.

Minipigs are becoming integral to the European Union's efforts to bolster its biotech industry. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting their ease of breeding and cost-effectiveness as significant advantages. These animals are increasingly used in research and development, contributing to the EU's goal of enhancing resilience in the biotech sector. The focus on minipigs reflects a broader strategy to innovate and advance scientific capabilities within the region.

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World Liberty Financial has announced a proposed change in its governance structure, linking stablecoin voting power directly to the amount staked. According to NS3.AI, this initiative is designed to redirect arbitrage opportunities from institutional market makers to large token holders. The supply of their USD1 stablecoin has surpassed $4.7 billion, indicating significant market adoption.

Japan's housing market experienced a minor contraction in January, with new housing starts decreasing by 0.4% year-on-year. According to Jin10, this figure surpassed market expectations, which had anticipated a 1.6% decline. The previous month's data showed a 1.3% decrease, indicating a slight improvement in the rate of decline. The housing sector's performance is closely monitored as it reflects broader economic trends and consumer confidence in Japan.

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