Market Signal Briefing

-

SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Elastic (NYSE: ESTC), the Search AI Company, announced that it will release its financial results for its third quarter fiscal 2026 ended January 31, 2026, after the U.S. market close on Thursday, February 26, 2026. The company will host a conference call at 2:00 p.m. PT / 5:00 p.m. ET that day to review its financial results and business outlook.

A live webcast of the conference call will be accessible from the Elastic investor relations website at ir.elastic.co. A replay of the webcast will be available for two months.

About Elastic

Elastic (NYSE: ESTC), the Search AI Company, integrates its deep expertise in search technology with artificial intelligence to help everyone transform all of their data into answers, actions and outcomes. Elastic's Search AI Platform — the foundation for its search, observability, and security solutions — is used by thousands of companies, including more than 50% of the Fortune 500. Learn more at elastic.co.

Elastic and associated marks are trademarks or registered trademarks of Elastic N.V. and its subsidiaries. All other company and product names may be trademarks of their respective owners.

More News From Elastic N.V.

Back to Newsroom

New Orlando campus to help meet region's growing healthcare workforce needs

, /PRNewswire/ -- American Public Education Inc. (Nasdaq: APEI) is proud to announce the opening of a new Rasmussen University campus in Orlando, Florida further expanding its footprint throughout the state and reinforcing its long-standing commitment to educating the region's future nurses. Located at 8541 Southpark Circle, the new Orlando campus increases access to high-quality nursing education while helping address critical healthcare workforce shortages across the region.

Rasmussen University (PRNewsfoto/Rasmussen University) Notably, the Orlando campus introduces Rasmussen University's Practical Nursing Diploma (LPN) program to the Orlando market for the first time, alongside the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and Professional Nursing Associate's degree (ADN) programs. Enrollment is now underway, with classes beginning in April.

"As APEI's healthcare division, which includes Rasmussen University, begins its next chapter of growth, I am very pleased to introduce Rasmussen University's sixth campus to the Florida market, said Angela Selden, chief executive officer of American Public Education, Inc. "With the healthcare industry facing significant staffing challenges—particularly in nursing—expanding our presence in Orlando and the introduction of an LPN program allows us to create new entry points into the nursing profession and strengthen the local healthcare workforce."

Purpose-built to support hands-on learning, the two-story Orlando campus features well-equipped nursing skills and simulation labs, collaborative classrooms, and dedicated spaces for faculty and student engagement. These learning environments incorporate modern technology and realistic clinical tools to help prepare students for success in today's healthcare settings.

"Rasmussen has proudly served Central Florida since 2007. We are thrilled to officially open our Orlando campus and welcome students from across Orange, Osceola, and surrounding counties," said Mark Arnold, president of Rasmussen University. "Alongside our North Orlando and Ocala campuses, this new location strengthens our ability to serve Central Florida students and supports the region's growing demand for well-prepared nursing professionals."

About the Rasmussen University Nursing Programs

Rasmussen University is a national leader in prelicensure nursing education, offering multiple entry points and a full nursing education ladder for students at different career stages. Programs range from LPN to ADN and BSN degrees, as well as graduate-level Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) and Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)programs. Students learn from experienced faculty, train in modern simulation centers, and gain hands-on experience through clinical rotations with healthcare partners.

Practical Nursing Diploma (LPN): Designed for students seeking entry into the nursing profession, this program prepares students for the NCLEX-PN® licensing exam and licensure as licensed practical nurses (LPNs), with opportunities to bridge into the ADN or BSN program for career advancement. ACEN-accredited1 Professional Nursing Associate's Degree (ADN): Designed for students seeking to enter the nursing profession and become registered nurses. CCNE-accredited2 Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): For students pursuing bachelor's-level preparation in nursing, with a strong focus on clinical excellence and career readiness. To learn more about Rasmussen University's nursing programs, visit www.rasmussen.edu/degrees/nursing.

To learn more about the new Rasmussen University Orlando campus, visit https://www.rasmussen.edu/locations/florida/orlando/.

1The associate nursing program at Rasmussen University at the Ocala campus (with an off-campus instructional site in North Orlando and Orlando) located in Ocala, Florida, is accredited by the:

Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400
Atlanta, GA 30326
(404) 975-5000

The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the associate nursing program is Continuing Accreditation.

View the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding this program at
https://www.acenursing.org/search-programs.

2The baccalaureate degree program in nursing at Rasmussen University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), 655 K Street, NW Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791.

ABOUT RASMUSSEN UNIVERSITY:
Rasmussen University, a university accredited by the Higher Learning Commission—an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (www.hlcommission.org)—is committed to enriching our communities by providing innovative, career-ready higher learning and outstanding healthcare education. The University offers undergraduate and graduate programs online and in person at 20 campuses across the country across eight areas of study. Since 1900, Rasmussen has been creating opportunities, transforming lives, and strengthening communities through person-centered career-focused education. In 2025, the University celebrated 125 years of empowering students to achieve their goals and make a lasting impact. Rasmussen University is a wholly owned subsidiary of American Public Education, Inc. (Nasdaq: APEI). Learn more at www.rasmussen.edu.

ABOUT AMERICAN PUBLIC EDUCATION, INC.:
American Public Education, Inc. (Nasdaq: APEI), through its institutions American Public University System (APUS), Rasmussen University and Hondros College of Nursing provides education that transforms lives, advances careers, and improves communities.

FORWARD LOOKING STATEMENTS:
Statements made in this press release regarding APEI or its subsidiaries that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements based on current expectations, assumptions, estimates and projections about APEI and the industry. In some cases, forward-looking statements can be identified by words such as "anticipate," "believe," "seek," "could," "estimate," "expect," "intend," "may," "plan," "should," "will," "would," and similar words or their opposites. Forward-looking statements include, without limitation, statements regarding the Company's future path, expected growth, registration, enrollments, revenues, net income, Adjusted EBITDA and EBITDA, capital expenditures, the growth and profitability of Rasmussen University, plans with respect to recent, current and future initiatives, and the impact of the government shutdown on prospective and current students, the Company, and APUS.

Forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such statements. Such risks and uncertainties include, among others, risks related to: APEI's failure to comply with regulatory and accrediting agency requirements, including the "90/10 Rule", and to maintain institutional accreditation and the impacts of any actions APEI may take to prevent or correct such failure; changes in the post-secondary education regulatory environment as a result of U.S. federal elections, including any changes by or as a result of actions of the current administration to the operations of the Department of Education or changes to or the elimination or implementation of laws, regulations, standards, policies, and practices; potential or actual government shutdowns, including the U.S federal government shutdown that began on October 1, 2025, uncertainties in the estimated impact of the shutdown on APEI and its prospective and current students, and APEI's inability to mitigate these impacts; government budget and federal workforce uncertainty; the impact, timing, and projected benefits of the planned combination of APUS, RU, and HCN into one consolidated institution; APEI's dependence on the effectiveness of its ability to attract students who persist in its institutions' programs; changing market demands; declines in enrollments at APEI's subsidiaries; APEI's inability to effectively market its institutions' programs; APEI's inability to maintain strong relationships with the military and maintain course registrations and enrollments from military students; the loss or disruption of APEI's ability to receive funds under Title IV or TA programs or the reduction, elimination, or suspension of federal funds; adverse effects of changes APEI makes to improve the student experience and enhance the ability to identify and enroll students who are likely to succeed; APEI's need to successfully adjust to future market demands by updating existing programs and developing new programs; APEI's loss of eligibility to participate in Title IV programs or ability to process Title IV financial aid; economic and market conditions and changes in interest rates; difficulties involving acquisitions; APEI's indebtedness and preferred stock, including the refinancing or redemption thereof; APEI's dependence on and the need to continue to invest in its technology infrastructure, including with respect to third-party vendors; the inability to recognize the intended benefits of APEI's cost savings and reduction and revenue generating efforts; APEI's ability to manage and limit its exposure to bad debt; and the various risks described in the "Risk Factors" section and elsewhere in APEI's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024, and in other filings with the SEC. You should not place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements. APEI undertakes no obligation to update publicly any forward-looking statements for any reason, unless required by law, even if new information becomes available or other events occur in the future.

Contact: Molly Andersen
Mobile: 903.920.4366
Email: [email protected]

SOURCE American Public Education, Inc.

, /PRNewswire/ -- Globant (NYSE: GLOB), a digitally native company focused on reinventing businesses through innovative technology solutions, today announced it will release results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31st, 2025 on Thursday, February 26th, 2026 after the close of regular market hours.

Following the earnings release, Martin Migoya, Globant's Chief Executive Officer & co-founder, Diego Tártara, Chief Technology Officer, Juan Urthiague, Chief Financial Officer, and Fernando Matzkin, Chief Revenue Officer, will discuss the results in a video conference call and a live Q&A session beginning at 4:30 p.m. ET. A shareholder letter will also be available on the investor relations section of Globant's website.

Video conference call access information is:

https://more.globant.com/F4Q25EarningsCall

About Globant (NYSE: GLOB)

At Globant, we help organizations thrive in a digital and AI-powered future. Our industry-focused solutions combine technology and creativity to accelerate enterprise transformation and design experiences customers love. Through digital reinvention, our subscription-based AI Pods, and Globant Enterprise AI platform, we turn challenges into measurable business results and promised savings into real impact.

We have more than 29,000 employees and are present in over 35 countries across 5 continents, working for companies like Google, Electronic Arts, and Santander, among others. We were named a Worldwide Leader in Experience Design Services (2025), and previously recognized as a Worldwide Leader in AI Services (2023) by IDC MarketScape. We were featured as a business case study at Harvard, MIT, and Stanford. We are active members of The Green Software Foundation (GSF) and the Cybersecurity Tech Accord. We are global partners of OpenAI, NVIDIA, AWS and Unity bringing world-class technology together to accelerate innovation across industries. For more information, please visit www.globant.com

Investor Relations Contact:
Arturo Langa, Globant
[email protected]
+1 (877) 215-5230

Media Contact:
Gregorio Lascano, Globant
[email protected]
+1 (877) 215-5230

SOURCE GLOBANT

Resources Investor Relations Journalists Agencies Client Login Send a Release

News Products Contact Hamburger menu Send a Release KING OF PRUSSIA, Pa., Feb. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) announced today that its Board of Directors voted to pay a cash dividend of $0.20 per share on March 16, 2026 to shareholders of record as of  March 02, 2026.

Universal Health Services, Inc. is one of the nation's largest providers of hospital and healthcare services.  Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points located throughout the United States, Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

SOURCE Universal Health Services, Inc.

Clinical and research programs continue to advance, supported by year-to-date cost efficiencies Conference Call Today at 4:30 p.m. ET SAN DIEGO, Feb. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Aethlon Medical, Inc. (the Company or Aethlon) (Nasdaq: AEMD), a medical therapeutic company focused on developing products to treat cancer and life-threatening infectious diseases, today reported financial results for its fiscal third quarter ended December 31, 2025, and provided an update on recent developments.

Resources Investor Relations Journalists Agencies Client Login Send a Release News Products Contact , /PRNewswire/ -- Lear Corporation (NYSE: LEA), a global automotive technology leader in Seating and E-Systems, today announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.77 per share on the Company's common stock. The dividend is payable on March 25, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business on March 5, 2026.

About Lear Corporation
Lear Corporation (NYSE: LEA) is a global automotive leader in Seating and E-Systems. The company designs, manufactures, and delivers advanced technologies to the world's major automakers. Building on more than 100 years of heritage, Lear is the largest U.S.-based automotive supplier, headquartered in Southfield, Michigan. Driven by a commitment to innovation, operational excellence, and sustainability, Lear's global team of talented employees is shaping the future of mobility by developing solutions that enhance comfort, safety, and efficiency. More information is available at Lear.com.

SOURCE Lear Corporation

Also from this source

Barclays 43rd Annual Industrial Select Conference

Raymond James 47th Annual Institutional Investors Conference

, /PRNewswire/ -- Construction Partners, Inc. (NASDAQ: ROAD) (the "Company"), a vertically integrated civil infrastructure company specializing in the construction and maintenance of roadways in local markets throughout the Sunbelt, today announced it will participate in two upcoming institutional investor conferences.

Members of the Company's management team are scheduled to meet with investors at the Barclays 43rd  Annual Industrial Select Conference on February 17 and 18, 2026.

In addition, the Company will participate in the Raymond James 47th Annual Institutional Investors Conference on March 2 - 4, 2026.  The Company's "Fire Side Chat" discussion on March 2nd at 2:50 p.m. Eastern Time will be broadcast live over the internet and can be accessed via the Company's website at https://ir.constructionpartners.net/events-presentations.

About Construction Partners, Inc.
Construction Partners, Inc. is a vertically integrated civil infrastructure company operating in local markets throughout the Sunbelt in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee and Texas. Supported by its hot-mix asphalt plants, aggregate facilities and liquid asphalt terminals, the Company focuses on the construction, repair and maintenance of surface infrastructure. Publicly funded projects make up the majority of its business and include local and state roadways, interstate highways, airport runways and bridges. The company also performs private sector projects that include paving and sitework for office and industrial parks, shopping centers, local businesses and residential developments. To learn more, visit www.constructionpartners.net.

Contact:
Rick Black / Ken Dennard
Dennard Lascar Investor Relations
[email protected]
(713) 529-6600

SOURCE Construction Partners, Inc.

, /PRNewswire/ -- Gap Inc. (NYSE: GAP) will report its fourth quarter and fiscal 2025 financial results by press release on March 5, 2026, at approximately 1:15 p.m. Pacific Time.

In addition, the company will host a conference call to review its fourth quarter and fiscal 2025 results on Thursday, March 5, 2026, beginning at approximately 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time.

A live webcast of the conference call will be available online at investors.gapinc.com.  A replay of the webcast will be available at the same location.

About Gap Inc.
Gap Inc., a purpose-driven house of iconic brands, is the largest specialty apparel company in America. Its Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic, and Athleta brands offer clothing, accessories, and lifestyle products for men, women and children available worldwide through company-operated and franchise stores, and e-commerce sites. Since 1969, Gap Inc. has created products and experiences that shape culture, while doing right by employees, communities and the planet through its commitment to bridge gaps to create a better world. For more information, please visit www.gapinc.com.

Investor Relations Contact: 
Whitney Notaro
[email protected]

Media Relations Contact: 
[email protected]

SOURCE Gap Inc.

ROCHESTER, N.Y., Feb. 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Constellation Brands, Inc. (NYSE: STZ), a leading beverage alcohol company, today announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Nicholas Fink as the company’s next President and Chief Executive Officer, effective April 13, 2026. Fink, a member of Constellation’s Board of Directors since 2021, will succeed current President and CEO Bill Newlands, and will continue to serve on the company’s Board. Newlands will step down as President and CEO effective April 13, 2026, and will continue to serve as a strategic advisor over the next several months to help ensure a smooth transition of leadership responsibilities. In addition, Newlands will retire from the company’s Board effective April 13, 2026.

“Over the past several years, Constellation Brands’ Board of Directors has engaged in a thoughtful and comprehensive CEO succession planning process, and we are excited to welcome Nick as our next President and CEO,” said Constellation Brands Board Chair Chris Baldwin. “Nick has a diversified set of leadership experiences and is an accomplished beverage alcohol executive with a deep understanding of Constellation’s business model, having served as a member of the company’s Board for the past five years. Nick will bring unique perspective and capabilities that will benefit Constellation and its stakeholders as we position the company for long-term success in a rapidly evolving and hyper-competitive environment.”

Fink brings a track record of successfully leading a public, multi-category business, beverage alcohol industry experience, and visionary leadership with a proven ability for building new growth platforms and strong premium lifestyle brands that evolve with changing consumer demands. He has served as Chief Executive Officer at Fortune Brands Innovations, a leading global home, security, and digital products company since January 2020. As CEO, Fink guided Fortune Brands Innovations through the COVID-19 pandemic, accelerated its digital transformation, spearheaded the company’s transformation to focus on growing sectors of the market, and delivered consistent market outperformance. Prior to joining Fortune Brands Innovations, Fink served in a number of senior leadership roles at Suntory Global Spirits over a nine-year span, including responsibilities as President, Asia Pacific and South America, and Senior Vice President, Chief Strategy Officer.

“I’m excited to join the Constellation Brands team in my new capacity as President and CEO and to continue building on the company’s strong track record of industry leadership,” said Fink. “I’ve long admired Constellation’s ability to build iconic brands that resonate strongly with consumers. I look forward to getting out into the market, engaging with team members and industry partners across the business, and working with the Constellation team to further build on the company’s core strengths which include building great brands and leveraging innovation to satisfy more consumer occasions, while developing new growth platforms that meet the evolving needs of consumers as the landscape continues to shift within the beverage alcohol sector.”

Fink will succeed Newlands, who joined Constellation Brands in 2015 and has served as the company’s President and CEO since 2019.

“We want to thank Bill for his leadership as part of the Constellation Brands team for more than a decade, including the past seven years as President and CEO,” said Baldwin. “During Bill’s time as President and CEO, Constellation Brands consistently ranked among the top growth leaders among large CPG companies, and Modelo Especial became the #1 selling beer in U.S. dollar sales. Bill also oversaw the reshaping of Constellation’s Wine & Spirits portfolio, which now consists entirely of a powerful collection of higher-end, higher-margin brands aligned with consumer trends.”

“Under Bill’s direction, we’ve established a strong leadership team and a portfolio of iconic brands that are outperforming the market, and a disciplined approach to financial management and capital allocation,” Baldwin continued. “Thanks to these efforts, Constellation Brands has a solid foundation from which to continue building upon.”

“It has been a tremendous honor to serve as President and CEO at Constellation Brands,” said Newlands. “As I’ve consistently said throughout the years, we have the best team in the business, a strong portfolio of brands people love, a consumer-obsessed focus on innovation, and a strong leadership team focused on delivering what’s next. I look forward to working with Nick in the coming months to help ensure a smooth transition, and I’m excited to see what the team achieves in the years ahead under Nick’s leadership.”

ABOUT CONSTELLATION BRANDS
Constellation Brands (NYSE: STZ) is a leading international producer and marketer of beer, wine, and spirits with operations in the U.S., Mexico, New Zealand, and Italy. Our mission is to build brands that people love because we believe elevating human connections is Worth Reaching For. It’s worth our dedication, hard work, and calculated risks to anticipate market trends and deliver for our consumers, shareholders, employees, and industry. This dedication is what has driven us to become one of the fastest-growing, large CPG companies in the U.S. at retail, and it drives our pursuit to deliver what’s next.

Every day, people reach for brands from our high-end, imported beer portfolio anchored by the iconic Corona Extra and Modelo Especial, a flavorful lineup of Modelo Cheladas, and favorites like Pacifico, and Victoria; our exceptional wine brands including The Prisoner Wine Company, Robert Mondavi Winery, Kim Crawford, Schrader Cellars, and Lingua Franca; and our craft spirits brands such as Casa Noble Tequila and High West Whiskey.

As an agriculture-based company, we strive to operate in a way that is sustainable and responsible. Our ESG strategy is embedded into our business and we focus on serving as good stewards of the environment, investing in our communities, and promoting responsible beverage alcohol consumption. We believe these aspirations in support of our longer-term business strategy allow us to contribute to a future that is truly Worth Reaching For.

To learn more, visit www.cbrands.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
This news release contains forward-looking statements. All statements other than statements of historical fact are forward-looking statements. The word “expect” and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements, although not all forward-looking statements contain such identifying words. These statements may relate to business strategy, future operations, prospects, plans, and objectives of management, including the expected timing and plans for the President and CEO succession, including Fink’s and Newlands’ new roles and Newlands retiring from the Board, the smoothness of the leadership transition, the company’s ability to achieve long-term success in a rapidly evolving and hyper-competitive environment and to continue building on the company’s strong track record of industry leadership, solid foundation, and core strengths while developing new growth platforms that meet the evolving needs of consumers as the landscape continues to shift within the beverage alcohol sector, as well as information concerning expected actions of third parties. All forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those set forth in, or implied by, such forward-looking statements.

The forward-looking statements are based on management’s current expectations and should not be construed in any manner as a guarantee that any of the events anticipated by the forward-looking statements will in fact occur or will occur on the timetable contemplated hereby. All forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this news release and Constellation does not undertake any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.

In addition to risks and uncertainties associated with ordinary business operations, the forward-looking statements contained in this news release are subject to other risks and uncertainties, including the accuracy of all projections, and other factors and uncertainties disclosed from time-to-time in Constellation Brands’ filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended February 28, 2025, which could cause actual future performance to differ from current expectations.

Photos accompanying this announcement are available at:

https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/6627c9b8-1f0c-4962-9dab-0e9fd056e70e

https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/e3bfa57e-4a3c-4932-ac15-b530e6c67157

A downloadable PDF copy of this news release can be found here: http://ml.globenewswire.com/Resource/Download/6a80854c-53b4-4429-9582-75b4f3e2a25d

Bill Newlands Current President and Chief Executive Officer Nick Fink Incoming President and Chief Executive Officer

The vacation rental company posted higher revenue but lower profit, as investments in new business drive up expenses.

Instacart shares climbed 14% during extended trading on Thursday after the grocery delivery company reported strong fourth-quarter revenue and upbeat guidance.

Here's how the company did versus LSEG estimates:

Earnings per share: 30 cents vs. 52 cents expectedRevenue: $992 million vs. $974 million expectedRevenue grew 12% from a year ago. Net income totaled $81 million, or 30 cents per share. The company reported adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization of $303 million, topping the $292 million expected by StreetAccount.

In a letter to shareholders, CEO Chris Rogers said Instacart's technology and customer-oriented approach are driving more growth and engagement to the platform.

"Our execution on what matters most to customers is driving strong momentum on our marketplace, as well as our enterprise platform — which is a real, strategic advantage for us," he said.

Gross transaction value, which tracks the value of goods sold, grew 14% from a year ago to $9.85 billion, surpassing a StreetAccount estimate of $9.54 billion. Instacart said this was its strongest quarter of growth for the metric in three years. Orders totaled 89.5 million orders, beating a StreetAccount estimate of 87.8 million.

For the first quarter, Instacart expects gross transaction value in the range of $10.13 billion and $10.28 billion, which was ahead of StreetAccount's $9.97 billion estimate. The company expects adjusted EBITDA between $280 million and $290 million, versus $277 million expected by StreetAccount.

Finance chief Emily Reuter told CNBC that strong gains in Instacart's enterprise platform, where the company added 70 net new retailers last year, helped the company's robust gross transaction value.

Instacart is also seeing a "small" contribution from future growth drivers such as investments in infrastructure, international markets and artificial intelligence, she said.

Read more CNBC tech news'Impossible': Taiwan pushes back against Washington's 40% chip supply relocation goalAlphabet calls out new AI-related risks, as it taps debt market to fund build-outTesla exec Raj Jegannathan leaves automaker after 13 yearsShort seller CapitalWatch apologizes, retracts report on AppLovin shareholder

Trusted Editorial content, reviewed by leading industry experts and seasoned editors. Ad Disclosure

BlockFills, a Chicago-based institutional crypto lender and liquidity provider, has temporarily stopped client bitcoin deposits and withdrawals after a sharp slide in Bitcoin.

The firm told customers the move was taken “in light of recent market and financial conditions,” report say.

Trading access for some accounts remains open, but transfers to and from the platform are on hold. This step has left many institutional clients unsettled and watching for the next update.

BlockFills Freezes Customer Withdrawals According to the company, the halt is a precaution. Customers were told to expect ongoing communication from management. Based on reports, the pause affects both deposits and withdrawals and no firm date for resumption has been given.

In light of recent market and financial conditions, and to further the protection of clients and the firm, BlockFills took the action last week of temporarily suspending client deposits and withdrawals. Clients have been able to continue trading with BlockFills for the purpose of…

— BlockFills (@blockfills) February 11, 2026

Some accounts are restricted differently; a few can still execute spot trades while transfers are blocked. The action was taken after a rapid and deep fall in Bitcoin prices that triggered a wave of liquidations across exchanges and lending desks.

Market Trigger And Bitcoin’s Slide The crypto market moved violently. Bitcoin fell sharply from recent highs and that fast drop forced margin calls and forced sales. That dry market action put pressure on credit lines and funding arrangements that firms like BlockFills maintain with trading partners.

BTCUSD now trading at $67,835. Chart: TradingView Reports note large volumes were unwound in hours rather than days. When prices swing this way liquidity can vanish quickly, and those gaps are what BlockFills said it aimed to avoid for clients and for itself.

Who Uses BlockFills And What’s At Risk BlockFills serves a wide set of institutional users — asset managers, hedge funds, miners and professional trading firms. The firm handled substantial trading volume in the prior year and has business ties across the industry.

Image: PR Newswire Client balances are at the center of concern now. Some funds that relied on quick transfers to rebalance positions found that option closed. A number of trades were still being processed internally, but moving coins out to external wallets or exchanges was not allowed.

What Customers Are Facing Now Clients have been given updates and invited to direct questions to account teams. According to messages circulated to customers, the firm is working with investors and counterparties to restore normal flows.

No formal insolvency or restructuring has been announced. That statement may calm some, but similar pauses in the past at other crypto lenders have sometimes been followed by deeper problems, which is why many clients remain cautious.

BlockFills was established in 2017 by CEO Nick Hammer and President Gordon Wallace, with financial backing from Susquehanna Private Equity Investments and CME Group.

Featured image from Unsplash, chart from TradingView

Editorial Process for bitcoinist is centered on delivering thoroughly researched, accurate, and unbiased content. We uphold strict sourcing standards, and each page undergoes diligent review by our team of top technology experts and seasoned editors. This process ensures the integrity, relevance, and value of our content for our readers.

Sign Up for Our Newsletter! For updates and exclusive offers enter your email.

Christian, a journalist and editor with leadership roles in Philippine and Canadian media, is fueled by his love for writing and cryptocurrency. Off-screen, he's a cook and cinephile who's constantly intrigued by the size of the universe.

A new drop or a major rally: what comes next for ADA?

Cardano’s ADA has been struggling lately, with its price nosediving to a five-year low at the start of February.

While bulls might be eager to see a decisive revival in the short term, the recent actions of the large investors suggest another move south could be on the way.

The Whales Know Something We Don’t? The renowned analyst Ali Martinez revealed that Cardano whales have dumped approximately 190 million ADA in the past week. The USD equivalent of that stash is roughly $50 million (calculated at ongoing rates of $0.26 per coin).

Seven days ago, the total possessions of this cohort of investors were 13.57 billion ADA, whereas they currently hold around 13.38 billion tokens. The figure represents approximately 36.3% of the asset’s circulating supply.

There is a general assumption in the crypto space that whales are experienced investors who may have inside information about important upcoming events that could influence their buying or selling decisions. That said, their recent actions could spread panic across the community and prompt smaller players to cash out as well.

The purely economic impact is also worth noting. Large sell-offs increase the amount of ADA on the open market, which, combined with non-increasing demand, should lead to a price pullback.

ADA’s Relative Strength Index (RSI) is another bearish factor investors should be wary of. The indicator shows whether the asset is overbought or oversold based on recent price momentum. It ranges from 0 to 100 and helps traders identify when a trend may be about to end.

You may also like: Crypto Trading Activity Hits Yearly Lows as Holiday Lull Freezes Markets Bitcoin (BTC) Stops at $90K After the FOMC Meeting, Cardano (ADA) Plunges by 10%: Market Watch Whales Are Leaning Into Ethereum (ETH) and Cardano (ADA): Retail Is Lagging Behind Readings above 70 signal that ADA has entered overbought territory and could be on the verge of a correction, while ratios below 30 favor a bullish scenario. As of this writing, the RSI stands at around 74.

ADA RSI, Source: RSI Hunter History to Repeat Itself? ADA is among the cryptocurrencies with vast communities, which consist of proponents and bullish analysts. Just a few days ago, X user Aman noted that the asset’s price has dropped to the demand zone of around $0.26, reminding that in the past this area has sparked major reversals.

Mentor shared a similar viewpoint, arguing that the last time ADA reached current levels, it later rose to nearly $1.40 in less than a month. “History is going to repeat itself soon,” they projected.

Over the last few months, ADA’s exchange netflows have been predominantly negative, which reinforces the optimistic predictions. The trend reflects investors moving coins from centralized platforms to self-custody, reducing the likelihood of short-term selling.

ADA Exchange Netflow, Source: CoinGlass Tags:

The proposal arrives amid discord within the Aave community over control of the protocol’s brand and key assets. Feb 12, 2026, 7:12 p.m.

Aave Labs has introduced a new governance proposal that would shape the next chapter of one of crypto’s largest lending platforms, and send all revenue from Aave-branded products back to its community treasury.

The proposal, called “Aave Will Win,” asks the Aave DAO to approve a broader strategy built around its upcoming V4 upgrade. If passed, the plan would make V4 the foundation for Aave’s future development and formalize a structure in which 100% of revenue from products built by Aave Labs flows directly to the DAO.

STORY CONTINUES BELOW

The AAVE token has gained about 2% on the news even as the broader crypto market is selling off heavily on Thursday.

In simple terms, that means any money generated from Aave-branded apps, institutional offerings or enterprise tools would go back to the community-controlled treasury rather than to the development company itself.

“The framework formalizes Aave Labs’ role as a long-term contributor to the Aave DAO under a token-centric model, with 100% of product revenue directed to the DAO,” said Stani Kulechov, Founder of Aave Labs, in a press release shared with CoinDesk. “As onchain finance enters a decisive new phase, with fintechs and institutions entering DeFi, this framework positions Aave to capture major growth markets and win over the next decade."

The proposal arrives against a backdrop of discord within the Aave community over control of the protocol’s brand and key assets. In late 2025, community members became sharply divided over whether the DAO or Aave Labs should control trademarks, domains, social accounts and other branded assets, with critics arguing that concentrated control by Labs risked undermining the spirit of decentralization. That fight highlighted wider tensions over how much influence founding teams should retain once a protocol becomes decentralized

Aave is already one of the largest decentralized lending protocols in crypto, allowing users to borrow and lend digital assets without relying on traditional banks. The new proposal is designed to help the protocol compete as more fintech companies and financial institutions explore blockchain-based products.

At the center of the plan is Aave V4, a major software upgrade intended to make it easier to launch new markets and financial products on top of the protocol. Rather than requiring major changes to the core system each time something new is introduced, V4 is designed to make expansion faster and more flexible while maintaining security.

The proposal also introduces the idea of launching separate markets with different risk and revenue structures. This could allow Aave to support specialized use cases, including institutional participation, without affecting the broader protocol.

A key part of the framework is a shift in how revenue flows to the DAO. Currently, Aave primarily earns income from lending activity. Under the proposal, revenue from additional Aave Labs-built products, such as user interfaces and institutional services built around the protocol, would also be directed to the DAO treasury. The goal is to diversify income and more closely align product development with token holder incentives.

The proposal further calls for the creation of a dedicated foundation to hold and protect Aave’s brand and trademarks, since decentralized organizations cannot directly own intellectual property. More details on that structure would be introduced in a follow-up vote.

If approved, additional proposals will outline how V4 will be activated and how funding will be structured. Taken together, the framework signals Aave’s ambition to evolve from a leading DeFi lending protocol into a broader piece of global financial infrastructure governed by its DAO.

Read more: ‘Most important tokenholder rights debate’: Aave faces identity crisis

AI Disclaimer: Parts of this article were generated with the assistance from AI tools and reviewed by our editorial team to ensure accuracy and adherence to our standards. For more information, see CoinDesk's full AI Policy.

More For You

Accelerating Convergence Between Traditional and On-Chain Finance in 2026?

Jan 30, 2026

More For You

From FTX debris to global finance: Solana’s 2026 plan is all about the application layer

2 hours ago

Resilience built from the debris of 2022 is now shaping the Solana ecosystems future, leaders from Jupiter, Backpack, Kamino and DoubleZero argued at Consensus Hong Kong 2026.

What to know:

A few years after the collapse of FTX nearly took it down by association, Solana’s core builders say the network’s next phase will be defined not by survival, but by scaling into global finance.While Solana became known during the last cycle for memecoin mania and speculative trading, the next chapter will center on bringing more traditional finance onchain, panellists argued at Consensus Hong Kong 2026.Upcoming upgrades aimed at reducing latency and improving confirmation times are expected to strengthen Solana’s pitch as a high-performance, general-purpose execution layer. But the panel cautioned against complacency.

Wrapped Bitcoin will soon move between Ethereum and Solana through a new bridge powered by Hyperlane. The integration creates a direct path for Bitcoin-backed liquidity to enter Solana’s fast-growing ecosystem. 

Consequently, developers and traders gain a standardized route to deploy WBTC across chains. The move arrives as Solana trades inside a tight technical range, adding another catalyst to watch.

Hyperlane Connects WBTC to SolanaOpen-source interoperability network Hyperlane will power the expansion through its Nexus Bridge. The infrastructure enables users to transfer native WBTC between Ethereum and Solana without relying on fragmented routes. Moreover, the bridge introduces a canonical method to move the asset into Solana’s DeFi markets.

Wrapped Bitcoin launched in 2019 as the first ERC-20 token backed one-to-one by Bitcoin. It allows BTC holders to access decentralized finance on chains that do not support native Bitcoin transfers. Besides Ethereum, WBTC already circulates across multiple networks, reflecting sustained demand for tokenized Bitcoin exposure.

However, the asset faced scrutiny in 2024 after BitGo shifted to a multi-jurisdictional custody structure with BiT Global. That restructuring prompted several platforms to reassess their exposure. 

Additionally, competition intensified when a rival tokenized Bitcoin product entered the market. Despite those challenges, WBTC remains one of the largest Bitcoin representations on-chain.

Bitcoin Liquidity Meets Solana SpeedThe bridge positions Solana as a new venue for Bitcoin-based capital. Significantly, Solana’s high throughput and lower transaction costs may attract traders seeking efficient BTC liquidity. Consequently, decentralized exchanges and lending platforms on Solana could see deeper liquidity pools.

This development also aligns with broader trends in cross-chain interoperability. Projects increasingly prioritize seamless capital movement rather than isolated ecosystems. Hence, Hyperlane’s integration strengthens Solana’s appeal to Bitcoin-focused investors.

SOL Price Holds Range as Momentum BuildsMeanwhile, Solana trades at $78.19, reflecting a 0.66% daily decline and an 8.43% weekly drop. The token records nearly $3.9 billion in 24-hour volume. With 570 million SOL in circulation, the network commands a market cap above $44 billion.

According to Umair Crypto, SOL maintains a tight structure between $77 and $90. Price compresses within that band while momentum indicators attempt to break higher. Consequently, traders monitor the $85 level as a near-term pivot.

A sustained move above $85 could open a path toward $100. However, bulls must reclaim $90 and convert it into support. Otherwise, upside attempts may remain temporary deviations.

Failure to hold $77 could push SOL toward sub-$73 liquidity zones. Moreover, unstable volume structure adds uncertainty to the range. For now, range conditions dominate until a confirmed breakout reshapes the trend.

Key takeaways:

Ether exchange-traded funds saw $71 million in inflows, signaling strong institutional appetite.

Weekly decentralized exchange volume doubled to $20 billion, narrowing the revenue gap with Solana.

Ether (ETH) price failed to sustain levels above $2,000 on Thursday, leaving traders to weigh the potential catalysts for a market turnaround. While optimism has waned since the crash to $1,745 on Friday, both exchange-traded fund (ETF) flows and ETH derivatives metrics are showing early signs of a reversal. 

Traders now question if there is enough momentum for a bounce back toward $2,400.

US-listed Ether ETFs' daily net flows, USD. Source: Farside InvestorsUS-listed Ether ETFs recently broke a three-day streak of outflows, attracting $71 million in fresh capital between Monday and Tuesday. Crucially, assets under management have stabilized at $13 billion, which is sufficient to maintain institutional interest. Ether ETFs currently average over $1.65 billion in daily trading volume, a level of liquidity that enables participation by the world’s largest hedge funds.

To put Ether ETFs in perspective, the State Street Energy Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLE US)— the largest in the US energy sector — trades an average of $1.5 billion per day. That instrument tracks a combined $2 trillion market capitalization across companies such as Exxon (XOM US), Chevron (CVX US), ConocoPhillips (COP US), The Williams Companies (WMB), and Kinder Morgan (KMI US).

ETH metrics and ETF inflows signal potential market recoveryWhile institutional appetite for Ether ETF trading is a positive indicator, it does not guarantee that demand for ETH derivatives is inherently bullish.

ETH 2-month futures basis rate. Source: Laevitas.chOn Wednesday, the annualized premium (basis rate) of ETH futures remained below the 5% neutral threshold. This lack of demand for bullish leverage has been a constant theme for the past three months. However, the indicator has stabilized at 3%, even as the ETH price hit its lowest level in nine months. These derivatives markets are displaying moderate resilience, which remains an encouraging sign for Ether investors.

Ethereum Total Value Locked, USD. Source: DefiLlamaEther’s price weakness has driven Ethereum’s Total Value Locked (TVL) to $54.2 billion, down from $71.2 billion one month prior, according to DefiLlama data. Reduced deposits in the network’s smart contracts represent a major risk, as lower chain fees diminish the native staking yield. Moreover, Ethereum’s supply burn mechanism remains dependent on excessive demand for blockchain processing. 

Despite these worsening conditions, demand for Ethereum decentralized applications (DApps) has been gradually improving throughout 2026.

Ethereum 7-day DEX volumes (left) vs. DApps revenue (right), USD. Source: DefiLlamaWeekly decentralized exchange (DEX) volumes on the Ethereum network surged to $20 billion, up from $9.8 billion one month prior. This increased activity caused DApps revenue to reach $26.6 million in the seven days ending Feb. 8, providing a healthy indicator of ETH demand. While Solana remained the clear leader with $31.1 million in weekly DApps revenue, the gap between the two networks is narrowing.

Those monitoring Ether price performance exclusively fail to see that ETH onchain metrics and derivatives have displayed resilience, especially as inflows into Ether ETFs resumed. While it might take a couple of weeks for investors to fully regain confidence, there are strong indicators that a near-term rally toward $2,400 is possible.

This article does not contain investment advice or recommendations. Every investment and trading move involves risk, and readers should conduct their own research when making a decision. While we strive to provide accurate and timely information, Cointelegraph does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information in this article. This article may contain forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties. Cointelegraph will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from your reliance on this information.

Sharplink's Lubin and Chalom make their case for ether DATs as prices plungeAt a panel discussion at Consensus Hong Kong 2026 featuring Sharplink Gaming Chairman Joe Lubin and CEO Joseph Chalom, the two executives outlined how digital asset treasuries are evolving into a distinct institutional strategy. Feb 12, 2026, 7:34 p.m.

As institutional adoption of digital assets matures, a new corporate playbook is emerging: treat ether not just as an investment, but as productive financial infrastructure.

The shift comes amid sharp downward market volatility. SharpLink Gaming (SBET) — which saw its stock soar last May after adopting an ether ETH$1,921.04 treasury strategy — has since plunged (along with every other of 2025's hastily-formed digital asset treasury companies). It's a reminder of the turbulence that continues to define the asset class.

STORY CONTINUES BELOW

At a panel discussion at Consensus Hong Kong 2026 featuring Sharplink Chairman Joe Lubin and CEO Joseph Chalom, the two executives outlined how DATs are evolving into a distinct institutional strategy.

“I’ve never seen more of a moment of differentiation where the actual macro tailwinds for Ethereum have never been better in its 10-and-a-half-year history,” said Chalom, pointing to the growth of stablecoins and tokenization. “Listen to Larry Fink at Davos, when he’s telling you $14 trillion of BlackRock assets will be tokenized, and over 65% of that to date is happening on Ethereum.”

While recent ether price action and ETF flows have raised concerns, Chalom framed them as part of broader macro de-risking. “Bitcoin and ether were very easy to de-risk,” he said, adding that rotations out of liquid assets are typical during volatility. “The largest players in institutional finance are telling us out loud — they’re coming to ether.”

SharpLink’s strategy differs, he argued, because it deploys permanent capital. “An ETF is a great passive exposure vehicle, but it needs to provide daily liquidity…We own permanent capital,” he said. “The third stage — which is actually most important — is making your ETH productive.”

Lubin emphasized ether’s distinguishing feature: yield.

“Ether would be a much better asset… because it is a productive asset. It yields. It has a risk-free rate,” he said, referring to staking returns of roughly 3%. SharpLink has staked nearly all its holdings and plans to continue accumulating. “We’ll keep buying ether. We’ll keep staking ether and adding new yield to ether.”

Beyond staking, Chalom described what he called “good institutional DeFi,” using long-term locked capital to earn risk-adjusted returns rather than chasing venture-style upside. “We’re not looking for convex VC 10x outcomes — we’re looking for the best risk-adjusted yield for our investors. And we're actually confident that by doing it, we'll improve the DeFi ecosystem by raising its standards.”

For Lubin, the shift resembles the early internet era. “A long time ago…there were internet companies. Now every company is an internet company. Soon, every company is going to be a blockchain company,” he said, predicting firms will increasingly hold tokens on balance sheets and require sophisticated onchain treasury tools.

Read more: Ethereum treasury firm SharpLink stakes $170M ETH on Linea network

AI Disclaimer: Parts of this article were generated with the assistance from AI tools and reviewed by our editorial team to ensure accuracy and adherence to our standards. For more information, see CoinDesk's full AI Policy.

More For You

Accelerating Convergence Between Traditional and On-Chain Finance in 2026?

Jan 30, 2026

More For You

Aave labs proposes ‘Aave Will Win’ plan to send 100% of product revenue to DAO

1 hour ago

The proposal arrives amid discord within the Aave community over control of the protocol’s brand and key assets.

What to know:

Aave Labs has introduced a new governance proposal that would shape the next chapter of one of crypto’s largest lending platforms, and send all revenue from Aave-branded products back to its community treasury.The proposal, called “Aave Will Win,” asks the Aave DAO to approve a broader strategy built around its upcoming V4 upgrade.

Prolonged bear market consolidation could be done once Midnight’s mainnet hits. Will this 2024 setup be replicated?

Market Sentiment:

Bullish Bearish Neutral

Published: February 12, 2026 │ 7:40 PM GMT

Created by Gabor Kovacs from DailyCoin

Cardano’s (ADA) developer team made quite a few big announcements during the Consensus conference in Hong Kong. This year’s edition features Charles Hoskinson dressed in a McDonald’s costume, taking the reins from fellow colleague Vitalik Buterin as a major crypto figure with the most extravagant swag.

Here’s What Cardano’s Bounce Back Hinges OnOn the stage, Cardano Midnight’s team also shared the timeline for the side-chain’s mainnet launch. Mainnet is supposed to provide a stable environment for builders to operate & launch privacy-focused dApps on Cardano’s side-chain. According to Midnight’s official X, this is designed to support “early applications built around selective disclosure and real-world privacy.”

Midnight mainnet is coming.

On the #ConsensusHK stage, we shared that Midnight mainnet will officially go live before the end of March. This marks a major milestone and the beginning of a live, production network designed to support early applications built around selective… pic.twitter.com/FTZOggTo0Y

— Midnight (@MidnightNtwrk) February 12, 2026 Along with this, many market connoisseurs are expecting substantial capital to start rolling in – privacy chains are among the top crypto narratives in 2026. However, the legal uncertainty has pushed classic privacy coins like Monero (XMR) & Zcash (ZEC) to the sidelines in most institutional surroundings, not to mention the de-listing from major exchanges like Binance.

Cardano Whipped By Bears, NIGHT Token SlipsWith Cardano’s (ADA) price now floating just above $0.26, seasoned market analysts point to the structure resembling that of late 2024. Back then, Cardano’s (ADA) market value hit the same $0.26 mark before bouncing off to $1.40 in less than three months, on December 7, 2024. However, this potential 600% run will be scratched out if ADA’s setup breaks that demand zone.

On the 4-hour charts, the threshold Cardano (ADA) must stay above is $0.252. Zooming out, the daily charts indicate a lower demand territory at $0.224. On Midnight’s side, the newly-launched native NIGHT token skyrocketed beyond 200% in two weeks since launch, but now has succumbed to the broader ultra-bearish trend, dropping 25.2% in 30 days to $0.04959.

Delve into DailyCoin’s popular crypto news now:
Analyst Sees $8 Trillion Liquidity Wave as Crypto’s Next Big Catalyst
MicroStrategy Taps Preferred Stock to Keep BTC Buying on Track

People Also Ask:What does the chart highlight?

It circles the $0.26 zone where ADA previously exploded 6x to $1.40, with high volume on the breakout. Current low volume suggests a repeat is possible but not guaranteed.

What is ADA’s current price and sentiment?

Price: $0.26 | Market cap: ~$9.5B | Relative Strength Index (RSI) meter: 35 (oversold). Sentiment is cautious—bullish on fundamentals, bearish on near-term momentum.

What is Midnight and why does it matter?

Midnight is Cardano’s privacy sidechain (ZK proofs, compliant DeFi). Mainnet expected by late March 2026. It could boost ecosystem adoption and ADA’s demand.

DailyCoin's Vibe Check: Which way are you leaning towards after reading this article?

Market Sentiment

0% Neutral

This article is for information purposes only and should not be considered trading or investment advice. Nothing herein shall be construed as financial, legal, or tax advice. Trading forex, cryptocurrencies, and CFDs pose a considerable risk of loss.

The cryptocurrency market is reeling from one of the most violent capitulation events in its history.

On-chain data confirms that Feb. 5 will go down as a historic day of pain for digital asset holders. 

According to analytics firm CryptoQuant, investors locked in a staggering $3.2 billion in realized losses in a single 24-hour period.

HOT Stories

A major capitulation event The metric tracks the net dollar value of all coins moved on-chain compared to the price at which they were last moved. 

The massive red bars indicate periods where investors are predominantly selling at a loss.

Over the last week, the market has realized an average of $2.3 billion in losses every single day.

As noted by the analyst, this magnitude places the current crash in the "top 3-5 loss events ever recorded."

The chart allows us to compare the 2026 spike against Bitcoin's most infamous crashes. 

May 2021 (the China ban) is the tallest red spike on the chart. This occurred when Bitcoin dropped from $60,000 to $30,999 following China's mining ban. 

The Terra/Luna & 3AC Collapse was the second cluster of massive red bars. This was a credit crisis that forced institutional giants to liquidate assets at depressed prices.

The FTX explosion marked yet another wider spike. The psychological capitulation was extreme, with Bitcoin collapsing to just $15,000.

You Might Also Like

The February 2026 event is visually comparable to the June 2022 deleveraging event. 

More pain? Despite the severity of the capitulation, the worst might not be over for members of the cryptocurrency community. Standard Chartered has issued a cautionary note to cryptocurrency investors, warning that the market is poised for a significant correction.

Standard Chartered believes Bitcoin could slide as low as $50,000, with Ether potentially tumbling to $1,400.

Kendrick argues that the macro environment is flashing warning signs. The softening U.S. economy, delayed risk cuts, and ETF outflows could jointly contribute to lower cryptocurrency prices. 

XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) has gained 9% over the past seven days, outperforming much of the broader crypto market, as institutional developments and ecosystem upgrades boosted sentiment Evernorth Plans To Leverage XRP Lending Protocol Evernorth announced it intends to integrate the upcoming XRP Lending Protocol (XLS-66) into its digital asset strategy, aiming to unlock yield opportunities for institutional XRP holders. While XRP has historically been used for payments and cross-border settlement, it has lacked a native yield-generating mechanism for idle holdings.

TL;DR

Citigroup processed a trade finance instrument fully onchain using Solana, covering issuance, transfer, and settlement. The operation ran through its proprietary CIDAP tokenization platform. With $2.6T in assets and operations in more than 160 countries, Citi is expanding its digital asset strategy and confirmed plans to launch regulated crypto custody services in 2026.
The Wall Street bank confirmed that issuance, transfer of ownership, and final settlement were processed through blockchain infrastructure instead of traditional correspondent banking rails.

The transaction deepens the connection between established financial institutions and public blockchain networks. Trade finance, a market that moves trillions of dollars each year, has long faced delays tied to paper documentation and fragmented clearing systems. By shifting a live instrument to Solana, Citi tested whether distributed ledgers can streamline cross-border workflows and reduce operational friction.

Citigroup Expands Trade Finance On Solana Network The deal was executed using Citi’s internal platform, known as CIDAP, which supports digital issuance and post-trade servicing. According to the bank, the lifecycle of the bill of exchange moved end to end on Solana without reverting to offchain reconciliation.

Solana’s architecture, built for high throughput and low transaction costs, made it suitable for time-sensitive financial operations. While Citi did not disclose the notional size of the instrument, it confirmed that the transaction ran in a production environment rather than a closed simulation.

Citi operates across more than 160 jurisdictions and serves multinational corporations, financial institutions, and governments. Integrating blockchain into trade finance can reduce settlement cycles from days to near real time, while improving transparency and auditability for counterparties involved in global supply chains.

Institutional Adoption Of Solana And Digital Asset Infrastructure The initiative forms part of Citi’s broader digital asset roadmap. The bank previously explored tokenized deposits and blockchain-based payments, and it now plans to introduce regulated crypto custody services in 2026. Custody would allow institutional clients to hold digital assets within established compliance frameworks.

Across global markets, banks and asset managers are testing tokenized bonds, funds, and trade instruments. Public blockchains such as Solana compete with private ledger systems by offering open infrastructure and interoperability with decentralized finance applications.

Citi’s move indicates that major institutions increasingly view blockchain not merely as an experiment, but as operational infrastructure. As more regulated entities deploy tokenization at scale, onchain settlement is positioning itself as a viable component of global capital markets.

Ethereum whales have continued to accumulate despite the current downtrend in the ETH price, providing a bullish outlook for the second-largest crypto by market cap. Notably, ETH withdrawals from exchanges recently reached their highest level since October last year, totaling over $400 million. 

Ethereum Whales Accelerate Withdrawals From Exchanges Crypto analyst Arab Chain noted in a CryptoQuant analysis that rising Ethereum withdrawals from exchanges have reached their highest level since October. The analyst noted that the exchange netflow data over the past few days indicates a clear acceleration in withdrawal activity. This signals a shift in Ethereum whales’ behavior as demand outpaces supply. 

Arab Chain revealed that across all exchanges, the net Ethereum outflows have exceeded 220,000 ETH, marking the highest level of withdrawals since October last year. This suggests that Ethereum whales are moving their coins to private wallets or long-term storage protocols, a move that the analyst noted is often associated with accumulation phases or risk-reduction behavior. 

Source: Chart from Arab Chain on CryptoQuant Notably, daily net outflows on Binance reached nearly 158,000 ETH on February 5, the largest since August last year. Arab Chain stated that this confirms that a substantial portion of the recent outflows has been concentrated on the exchange with the deepest liquidity. From a price perspective, the analyst noted that the Ethereum whale accumulation coincided with ETH trading near the $1,800 to $2,000 range. 

Therefore, these Ethereum whales may see these levels as attractive zones for holding or repositioning amid this crypto market downtrend. Arab Chain added that the continued outflow of ETH from exchanges at this scale reduces immediate selling pressure and could provide near-term support for the ETH price, especially if the market gains momentum again. 

Ethereum Staking Hits New High According to Token Terminal, Ethereum staking has surpassed 30% of the total supply, marking a new all-time high (ATH) in terms of staking ratio. Market commentator The Milk Road noted that this means that 36.8 million ETH, around $72 billion, is now locked up, with almost 1 million validators securing the network. 

The Milk Road further described this development as a sign of conviction in the Ethereum ecosystem, noting that these whales are willing to lock up $74 billion during a market downtrend. Notably, the staking exit queue is around 4.1 million ETH, which the market commentator remarked is nothing compared to what is currently staked. 

Interestingly, it also takes about 72 days to stake ETH at the moment, with staking demand at a new high. Meanwhile, the Milk Road also noted that the obvious impact is a significant supply restriction, which is a bullish catalyst for the ETH price. 

At the time of writing, the Ethereum price is trading at around $1,965, down in the last 24 hours, according to data from CoinMarketCap.

ETH trading at $1.967 on the 1D chart | Source: ETHUSDT on Tradingview.com Featured image from Pixabay, chart from Tradingview.com

Zcash recorded a 7% price decline over the past 24 hours, while broader cryptocurrency markets also slipped. However, large holders reduced their positions by approximately 38% over the past seven days, raising concerns about the cryptocurrency’s near-term prospects.

Summary

Large holders reduced their stakes by 38% over the past week, and technical analysis suggests a bearish flag pattern. Zcash has seen a 40% drop month-over-month. The concentration of 70% of the supply in the top 100 addresses suggests Zcash’s current price foundation may be unstable. The privacy-focused cryptocurrency has increased 5.8% over the past week, but decreased over 40% month-over-month, according to CoinGecko.

Bitcoin and Ethereum experienced larger declines during the same period as the broader cryptocurrency market continued its selloff.

Exchange flow data showed net outflows on Feb. 12, indicating some purchasing activity. However, on-chain data revealed that large holders decreased their Zcash holdings by roughly 38% over seven days, with additional selling occurring in the past 24 hours. Exchange inflows increased simultaneously, suggesting coins moved from private wallets to exchanges.

Technical analysts identified a bearish flag and pole pattern forming on Zcash price charts. This formation typically appears after a sharp decline, followed by a consolidation period. When prices break down from this pattern, the resulting decline often matches the distance of the initial drop, according to technical analysis methodology. For Zcash, this measured move indicates a potential 66% decline from current levels if the pattern completes.

A four-month bearish divergence signal has also formed between October and February. During this period, Zcash prices reached a higher high while the Relative Strength Index (RSI), a momentum indicator, recorded a lower high. This divergence typically indicates weakening buying pressure despite rising prices.

The RSI continues to trend downward while prices remain near recent highs, creating a widening gap between price action and momentum indicators.

On-chain data shows the top 100 addresses control approximately 70% of the total supply. Smart money indicators remained flat with no significant accumulation detected, according to blockchain analytics.

The cryptocurrency rebounded from lows reached in early February. Technical analysts stated that a breakout above resistance levels would be required to invalidate the bearish setup, while a breakdown below key support would likely accelerate declines.

Market observers noted that the relative outperformance compared to other cryptocurrencies occurred while large holders distributed their positions, creating what analysts described as a potentially unstable foundation for current price levels.

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) dropped below $66,000 on Thursday amidst a broader macro-driven sell-off, pushing market sentiment deeper into "Extreme Fear." Cryptocurrency Ticker Price Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $65,750.54 Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $1,928.94 Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $77.63 XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) $1.36 Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.09158 Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.056006 Notable Statistics: Coinglass data shows 119,529 traders were liquidated in the past 24 hours for $281.74 million.

Key Takeaways Clorox Q2 EPS of $1.39 missed estimates, while sales of $1.67B beat but fell year over year.CLX International sales rose 7%, with organic sales up 5%, topping estimates.CLX saw Household sales drop 6% and Lifestyle EBIT plunge 54% amid ERP and macro headwinds. The Clorox Company (CLX - Free Report) , recognized for its hygiene and cleaning solutions, recorded a mixed performance in second-quarter fiscal 2026. The company posted Q2 adjusted earnings of $1.39 per share, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 2.8%.

On the other hand, net sales of $1.67 billion beat the consensus mark by 2.5%. Both the top and bottom lines fell year over year, with a decline in organic sales. (Read More: Clorox Q2 Earnings Miss Estimates, Lower Organic Sales Hurt)

We note that CLX’s shares have risen 9.5% since it released its second-quarter results on Feb. 3, 2026, before market open. Shares of the Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) company have jumped 2.5% in the past six months compared with the industry’s decline of 0.2%.

Clorox is navigating a period of transformation while adapting to an increasingly dynamic environment. The company is strengthening its core operations through digital transformation, improved execution, value creation from its upgraded ERP system and continuous innovations aimed at enhancing consumer value.

Clorox’s long-term success is supported by a disciplined focus on key financial, operational and strategic metrics that measure its ability to drive efficient growth and reinforce market leadership. A closer analysis of the company’s core financial metrics offers a deeper insight into its underlying performance and trajectory.

CLX’s Q2 Key Financial Metrics DiscussionDespite a decline in year-over-year sales, Clorox’s International segment continued to exhibit strength in second-quarter fiscal 2026.

The International segment’s sales rose 7% year over year on positive price mix, favorable foreign exchange rates and increased volumes. The segment’s organic sales also grew 5%,  above the Zacks Consensus Estimate of a 0.75% decline. This resonates well with the company’s IGNITE strategy. Segment adjusted earnings before income taxes surged 48% to $31 million, better than the consensus estimate of $23.1 million.

The company’s Health and Wellness segment grew 2% year over year, reflecting a two-point increase in volumes. Organic sales also rose 2%, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of a 3.3% decrease. Segment adjusted EBIT dipped 2% to $190 million, above the consensus estimate of $171 million.

However, the Household segment’s net sales decreased 6% year over year, on both reported and organic basis, due to three points of lower volume and three points of negative price mix. The segment’s organic sales decline was wider than the consensus mark of a 3.3% decrease. Segment adjusted EBIT jumped 3% to $22 million, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $53 million.

The Lifestyle segment also remained soft, reporting a sales decline of 5%, on both reported and organic basis. The segment’s organic sales decline was wider than the consensus estimate of a 3.9% decline. Segment adjusted EBIT plunged 54% to $72 million, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $66 million. The volatile macroeconomic backdrop and the temporary impacts of its ERP implementation have been deterrents and have added to complexity.

Stocks to ConsiderMonster Beverage Corporation (MNST - Free Report) , which is a marketer and distributor of energy drinks and alternative beverages, currently carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.

The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Monster Beverage’s current financial-year earnings is expected to rise 15.2% from the year-ago reported figure. MNST delivered a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 5.5%, on average.

Medifast, Inc. (MED - Free Report) , which is a leading manufacturer and distributor of clinically-proven healthy living products and programs, currently carries a Zacks Rank of 2. MED missed the average earnings surprise by a sharp margin in the trailing four quarters.

The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Medifast’s current financial-year earnings indicates growth of 45.2% from the year-ago number.

Ollie's Bargain Outlet Holdings, Inc. (OLLI - Free Report) , a value retailer of brand-name merchandise, currently has a Zacks Rank of 2.

The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Ollie's Bargain’s current financial-year earnings implies growth of 15.8% from the previous year’s reported number. OLLI delivered a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 5.2%, on average.