KLEA Crypto Daily: Tuesday, February 03, 2026

Published: February 4, 2026 – 00:03 UTC

Here’s a look back at the key stories from February 03, 2026.

WisdomTree, a Firm with $150 Billion in Assets, Says Crypto is Now a Core Business

WisdomTree’s Jonathan Steinberg reveals that the firm's tokenization efforts are close to profitability, boasting $750 million in digital assets and plans to modernize financial infrastructure.

French Authorities Investigate X’s Paris Offices in AI Probe

French authorities conduct a raid on X's Paris offices as part of a criminal investigation into the Grok AI chatbot's alleged involvement in producing illegal child sexual abuse images, involving scrutiny of current and former executives, including Elon Musk.

France Contemplates VPN Restrictions to Enforce Social Media Ban for Minors

France is considering measures to restrict VPNs to enforce a new social media ban for children under 15, targeting VPN use to bypass age verification systems. This move raises concerns about digital privacy and internet freedom implications.

Galaxy Digital Reports $482m Loss as Bitcoin Price Takes a Beating

Galaxy Digital posted a $482 million net loss for 2025 due to falling crypto prices impacting digital asset holdings. Despite strong operating business performance, paper losses on crypto holdings led to significant financial setbacks.

Solana Crashes Below $100, But Standard Chartered Predicts $2,000 By 2030

Standard Chartered downgraded its near-term outlook for Solana but raised long-term price targets, predicting $2,000 by 2030, citing the network's evolution towards stablecoin-driven micropayments.

Bitcoin Drops to Lowest Price Since Trump’s Election Victory

Bitcoin hit its lowest price since President Trump's election victory, erasing gains made under the crypto-friendly US president, amid broader market volatility.

Netanyahu Excludes Palestinian Authority from Gaza Management

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has declared that the Palestinian Authority will not have any involvement in managing the Gaza Strip. This decision follows Netanyahu's disclosure of serious violations in Gaza, including the use of UN Relief Agency bags to hide weapons.

Tether Unveils Open-Source OS Aimed at Bitcoin Mining Operations

Tether, the company behind USDT, has released its MiningOS (MOS) as an open-source operating system for Bitcoin mining operations. This move aims to provide miners with a scalable platform for monitoring and automating various aspects of their operations.

Google Settles $68 Million Lawsuit Over Google Assistant Privacy Concerns

Google has settled a $68 million class action lawsuit over allegations that Google Assistant recorded private conversations without user consent. Despite denying any wrongdoing, Google opted for the settlement to avoid prolonged litigation, with the funds to be distributed among affected users since May 2016.

Base Network Confirms Transaction Delays Resolved After 31 January Disruption

Base network experienced temporary transaction delays on 31 January 2026. The team confirmed stability was restored on 1 February and promised a public incident report.

Waymo to Defend Safety Record in U.S. Senate Testimony

Waymo, the autonomous driving division of Google, is set to testify before a U.S. Senate committee to defend its safety record. The company claims that the incidence of severe injuries or major accidents involving its self-driving vehicles is only one-tenth of that caused by human drivers.

Elon Musk’s XAI Recruiting Crypto Specialists To Train Next-Generation AI Models

Elon Musk's xAI is hiring crypto finance experts to train its AI models to reason like professional traders, focusing on market analysis and risk management, aiming to teach models how experienced market participants think and make decisions.

Cryptocurrency Market Experiences $279 Million in Liquidations Over 24 Hours

The cryptocurrency market saw liquidations totaling $279 million in the past 24 hours, with long positions accounting for $170 million and short positions for $109 million, reflecting significant activity in the market.

Spain and Greece Consider Social Media Ban for Teenagers

Spain and Greece are contemplating a ban on social media for teenagers to address concerns about internet addiction and exposure to harmful content. This initiative reflects a broader international effort to protect minors online.

Debate Intensifies Over Stablecoin Interest Impact on Banking and Global Power

Matt Hougan, chief investment officer at Bitwise Asset Management, highlighted the intense debate surrounding stablecoin interest and its potential effects on the banking system and global power dynamics. The contrasting viewpoints from banks and the cryptocurrency community underscore the strategic importance of stablecoins in maintaining economic competitiveness and influence on the world stage.

MicroStrategy (MSTR) Stock Barely Escapes Cost-Basis Scare — A 20% Price Swing Awaits?

MicroStrategy stock faced pressure but managed to stabilize after Bitcoin's rebound. Investors are now watching closely to see if a price recovery can materialize, as correlation data suggests the stock is in a high-risk zone dependent on Bitcoin's next major move.

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