Overview of popular cryptocurrencies on February 18, 2026, with the top three in popularity being: Pirate Nation, Orca, and GoPlus Security

South Korea's Cryptocurrency Outflows Reach $60 Billion in Second Half of 2025, Exchange Profits Plummet

The South Korean Financial Services Commission report indicates that cryptocurrency outflows will reach $60 billion in the second half of 2025, primarily flowing to overseas platforms, while local exchange user numbers are growing but profits are declining. The total market capitalization and trading volume of the crypto market are expected to decline, with investors focusing on the impact of international markets and geopolitical factors on prices.

South Korea's Crypto Asset Outflows of $60 Billion in H2 2025, Exchange Profits Decline Sharply by 38%

The Korea Financial Services Commission report shows that in the second half of 2025, cryptocurrency asset flows to overseas platforms and self-custody wallets are projected to reach $60 billion, with a 14% increase. Despite growth in local exchange users and deposits, operating profits have declined significantly, primarily due to price volatility affecting market trading volume and profitability.

Hyperliquid Launches PURR Stock Options Trading

Hyperliquid Strategies Inc has launched options trading for PURR on Nasdaq to enhance liquidity and price discovery. CEO David Schamis highlights improved risk management for investors. The company reported significant growth, but incurred a net loss due to HYPE price volatility.

Circle Stock Price Plunges 20% Over Revenue Ban, New Regulations May Create Regulatory Moat for USDC

Circle Internet Group's stock price plummeted 20%, losing $4.6 billion in market value, due to a draft Digital Asset Market Transparency Act that prohibits providing passive yields to stablecoin holders. Despite short-term impacts on application restrictions, analysts believe the bill will build a regulatory moat for Circle and optimize its business model. Additionally, Tether has committed to accepting audits to enhance transparency. USDC's future performance will influence market trends.

Why Did the Crypto Market Fall Today? US-Iran War Dampens Demand for Speculative Assets, Bitcoin and Altcoins Under Pressure

As of March 25, the cryptocurrency market capitalization was approximately $2.4 trillion, with overall stagnation. The US-Iran conflict elevated risk-averse sentiment, with Bitcoin price maintaining around $70,644. Ireland and Europol seized 500 Bitcoin. Technical analysis shows Bitcoin may face short-term pullback, with Decred also under downward pressure, as the market exhibits volatile trading.

The Bittensor ecosystem has surged, with TAO subnet staking amounts skyrocketing by 833,000% in one year.

Bittensor subnet ecosystem is expanding rapidly, with TAO token staking growing from $74,400 to $620 million, an increase of 833,000%. The number of subnets has grown from 80 to 120, with a market cap exceeding $1.5 billion, with some subnets performing exceptionally. It is expected that after market cap breaks through $1 billion, more staking will flow into subnets. TAO has recently experienced continuous price increases, reaching new highs, outperforming most cryptocurrencies.