ChainCatcher news, according to The Block, Ethereum Foundation long-term member Josh Stark announced on social platform X that the foundation is hiring a social media manager. This move is in response to community criticism regarding the foundation's disconnect with its user base.The new social media manager will be responsible for managing the foundation's accounts on X, Facebook, LinkedIn, as well as crypto-native platforms Farcaster and Lens, while also operating the @ethereum brand account.According to Web3Career, in addition to the social media manager position, EF is also looking to fill several niche technical positions and community management roles.

ChainCatcher news, according to Hong Kong media East Network, the CEO of the virtual asset trading platform Binance, Richard Teng, met with law enforcement in Hong Kong to discuss advancing bilateral cooperation to combat financial and cyber crimes related to virtual assets.The topics discussed included expanding and strengthening the cooperation between the public and private sectors in network defense within the blockchain ecosystem, as well as continuously enhancing the capabilities of law enforcement agencies in the face of increasingly complex threats and sophisticated technological criminals.

ChainCatcher news, according to market news, Musk plans to discuss with Trump the use of government reserves to distribute a $5,000 DOGE bonus to American citizens.

ChainCatcher news, according to Decrypt, researchers from Microsoft Threat Intelligence have discovered a new type of malware that can target cryptocurrency wallets. XCSSET was first identified in 2020, allowing malicious actors to take screenshots, record user behavior, and steal data from Telegram. The updated version can also locate data within the Apple Notes application and uses obfuscation techniques to make the malware harder to detect. XCSSET theoretically also has the capability to manipulate what the end user sees in their browser. This could include modifying or replacing Bitcoin and other cryptocurrency addresses, meaning funds may not be sent to their intended destination.Researchers added that users must always check and verify any Xcode projects downloaded or cloned from repositories, as malware often spreads through infected projects. They should also only install applications from trusted sources, such as the official app stores of software platforms.

ChainCatcher news, during the "Trends and Rhythms of the New Web3 Cycle" event held at Consensus HK, UFLY Labs Investment Partner & UXLINK co-founder Neal, BrickBank founder & CEO Jeffrey, GOAT Network growth lead Annie, SevenX Ventures investor Yinghao, and Hashkey Capital investor Rui shared insights in a roundtable discussion on the theme of "New Trends in 2025."Regarding the direction of the current market, Annie believes it is difficult to apply the experiences of previous cycles and cannot draw simple conclusions, but she is relatively pessimistic at the moment; Yinghao predicts that the market will be very differentiated, with Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana having their own independent trends; Neal thinks this bull market is more influenced by macro factors than any previous cycle and advises investors to pay more attention to macro trends. Jeffrey believes that besides macro factors, there are also signs of large-scale applications in the industry, indicating that the industry is progressing. Rui states that where there is volatility, there are opportunities, and the discussion of whether a bull market exists is not very meaningful.In an uncertain market, what key areas should be focused on? Rui believes that new content will certainly emerge and suggests paying attention to mechanisms that are more competitive and complex. Jeffrey recommends looking for directions with a profit-making effect and then finding targets within that direction. Neal indicates he will heavily invest in AI; besides AI and memes, Annie is also focused on RWA. Yinghao is interested in new assets and new asset issuance methods.

ChainCatcher news, during the "Trends and Rhythms of the New Web3 Cycle" event held at Consensus HK, Kyle, partner of cooking.city & co-founder of EVG, 0xbing, investor at Paper Venture, crypto KOL YuYue, Vand Ni, founder of Asian on Chain, and Leo Li, Web3 product manager at OKX, held a roundtable discussion on the theme of "The Advanced Path of Meme and P Players."Regarding the trading skills that meme players are most concerned about, YuYue stated that, in addition to establishing their own methodology, it is fundamentally necessary to invest enough time and effort to potentially enter at lower price points. Vand Ni shared a similar view, noting that when only a few memes can emerge from a large volume of meme trading, players need time to cultivate their sensitivity and iterative skills. Leo Li believes it is necessary to reduce trading frequency, as high-frequency PVP poses too great a challenge for many ordinary players.On the impact of celebrities like Trump issuing coins on the meme market, Kyle believes it accelerates the attention of the outside market towards memes. As a primary investor, 0xbing feels that figures like Trump attract significant market attention, which has impacted primary investments to some extent. YuYue believes that the continued popularity of memes forces the market to rethink its valuation system, suggesting that memes may have a longer lifespan than most narratives.

ChainCatcher news, according to CryptoSlate, Bank of New York Mellon (BNY Mellon) disclosed that it holds over $13 million in Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) at the end of the fourth quarter.Specifically, it holds 115,108 shares of BTCW, valued at approximately $11.87 million, and 25,309 shares of IBIT, valued at approximately $1.4 million. Federal Reserve Chairman Powell recently stated that as long as banks can manage the associated risks properly, the Federal Reserve will not prevent banks from offering cryptocurrency services.

ChainCatcher News: Pan Gongsheng, the Governor of the People's Bank of China, was invited to attend the seminar on emerging market economies co-hosted by the International Monetary Fund and Saudi Arabia, where he delivered a keynote speech.Pan Gongsheng pointed out that in 2024, China's economy will continue to recover and improve, achieving an annual economic growth target of 5%. Especially since late September last year, the Chinese government has introduced a package of incremental policies that effectively boosted social confidence and led to a significant economic rebound.Going forward, the Chinese government will implement a more proactive fiscal policy and moderately loose monetary policy, strengthen the counter-cyclical adjustment of macroeconomic policies, continuously promote the transformation of China's economic growth model, and consolidate and enhance the momentum of economic recovery and improvement.

ChainCatcher news, AISTO Chief Operating Officer Jack Wang was invited to attend the Consensus HongKong 2025 peripheral event, the summit "Future Investment Opportunities of AI + Web3" hosted by Web3Labs. During the roundtable forum, Wang mentioned that AISTO is promoting the development of the AI and Web3 ecosystem in collaboration with global partners through a compliant STO model and a transparent operational mechanism.It is reported that AISTO is an investment platform that combines artificial intelligence, blockchain, and high-performance computing, dedicated to providing investors with compliant, transparent, and high-yield opportunities through an innovative STO model.

ChainCatcher news, Slow Mist founder Cos posted on the X platform that after Argentine President Milei tweeted, the address doodo...kqg7 quickly tested 3 contract addresses (CA). Through data cross-analysis, it was found that these 3 CAs actually came from the same person.Cos stated: "The address owner may know what happened, maybe it's just a routine test he is conducting at Jupiter."Cos mentioned that he posted the above because Jupiter's tweet stated: "If there is evidence that a Jupiter employee has leaked information or engaged in other sniper activities, please contact us directly. If we find that any team member has used non-public information for trading, we will take swift and decisive action."

ChainCatcher news, according to Cointelegraph, Italian Central Bank Governor Fabio Panetta stated at the 31st Assiom Forex Conference that the Italian central bank is engaging in dialogue with the securities regulator Consob and cryptocurrency service providers to ensure they have adequate risk mitigation measures in place.Panetta pointed out that there are differences in cryptocurrency regulation between Europe and the United States. The European Union adopts the MiCA framework to protect investors, while the United States regulates on a case-by-case basis according to the nature of the assets. The Italian central bank will focus on managing strategic, operational, financial risks, and anti-money laundering, while also being vigilant about the potential impact of tech giants issuing digital tokens on the traditional banking system.

ChainCatcher News: The website of the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection and the National Supervisory Commission of China recently published an article pointing out that the integrity risks in the construction of financial information systems are becoming increasingly prominent, especially the issues of "difficult management, difficult supervision, and difficult accountability" caused by high professional and technical barriers.During the investigation of the corruption case of Yao Qian, the former director of the Science and Technology Supervision Department of the China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC), the discipline inspection and supervision team stationed at the CSRC discovered that he used virtual currency for power-for-money transactions, which were highly concealed and difficult to gather evidence. Yao Qian accepted huge bribes through his position, providing assistance to others in the procurement of information systems, involving project contracting, fund allocation, and other aspects.In response to the issues exposed by the case, the discipline inspection and supervision team proposed supervision opinions to the CSRC Party Committee, urging the strengthening of integrity risk prevention and control in information system procurement, and reinforcing system construction and implementation. At the same time, it emphasized the need to strengthen the education, management, and supervision of professional and technical personnel, especially the "top leaders," to correct the erroneous thinking of some cadres who believe their integrity risks are low, and to enhance their political awareness and discipline consciousness.In November last year, Yao Qian was subjected to disciplinary review and supervisory investigation by the discipline inspection and supervision team stationed at the CSRC and the Shantou Municipal Supervisory Commission in Guangdong Province for serious violations of discipline and law. This case further highlights the importance of integrity risk prevention and control in the field of financial technology supervision.

ChainCatcher news, according to Cointelegraph, the Texas state government website announced that the first public hearing regarding the establishment of a potential strategic Bitcoin reserve in Texas is scheduled for February 18, less than a week after the Senate secretary received the bill.According to Iliya Kalchev, a scheduling analyst at the cryptocurrency lending platform Nexo, this hearing may just be a "symbolic action" for the cryptocurrency market.Kalchev stated, "Texas considering Bitcoin as a reserve asset is another step in Bitcoin's journey toward institutional legitimacy, but compared to the inflow of ETFs or the allocation of corporate treasuries, state-level initiatives often only create ripples rather than waves. Unless the hearing announces a recent purchasing plan or a significant policy shift, the market's reaction may be relatively mild, as Texas's supportive stance on cryptocurrency is already well known."

ChainCatcher news, according to a report by Cointelegraph, regulatory filings submitted to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission show that in addition to increasing its holdings in BlackRock and Fidelity Bitcoin ETFs, Goldman Sachs currently holds $3.6 million worth of Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (GBTC). According to official data from Grayscale, as of February 14, the Bitcoin holdings of GBTC have decreased to approximately 200,000 coins (200,118.5305 BTC), with a market value of $19.45 billion.

ChainCatcher news, BTX Capital will host a private dinner during Consensus HK 2025, bringing together Web3 founders, institutional investors, and industry leaders to discuss liquidity strategies, investment trends, and the future of the market. It will also sponsor several important side events to further promote industry communication and collaboration.As a leading crypto liquidity fund, BTX Capital focuses on secondary market trading and liquidity optimization, helping quality projects connect with global capital and unlock market potential.Highlights of the event:Organizer: BTX Capital Private Dinner ------ A top-notch dining experience that fosters high-end communication and deep networking, engaging directly with industry decision-makers to explore collaboration opportunities and gain insights into liquidity optimization and investment trends.Event Time: February 18, 18:00-22:00Event Link: https://lu.ma/8oedmdj5Sponsor: Chill Party by TechFlow Deep Tide & OpenBuild ------ A Chill Party co-hosted by TechFlow Deep Tide and OpenBuild, providing a friendly networking opportunity for media, partners, and Web3 project teams from around the world in collaboration with BTX Capital.Event Time: February 17, 13:30-17:30Event Link: https://lu.ma/mfa2ybmnSponsor: Exclusive Venture Horizon ------ An investor cocktail hosted by Becker Ventures, focusing on investment opportunities in cutting-edge sectors such as Infra, DeFi, and AI. BTX Capital will participate as a guest in special project roadshows and roundtable discussions.Event Time: February 19, 18:00-22:00Event Link: https://lu.ma/uvita5c5

ChainCatcher news, Nasdaq-listed Bitcoin mining company Bitdeer officially updated its Bitcoin holding data, disclosing its latest holdings as of February 14th to be 833 BTC (excluding customer deposits), an increase of 28 BTC compared to last week's holdings.

ChainCatcher news, Fox Business reporter Eleanor Terrett revealed that the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) cryptocurrency working group is documenting all its meetings with industry participants.So far, the working group has met with the Blockchain Association, Jito Labs, Multicoin Capital, Nasdaq, and Colin Lloyd, a partner in the Commodity Futures Derivatives and Capital Markets team at Sullivan & Cromwell.The discussions mainly focused on regulatory issues and how new institutional proposals will impact specific markets and products.

ChainCatcher news, according to a memo from the SEC, on February 5, 2025, staff from the crypto special action group met with representatives from Jito Labs and Multicoin Capital Management. The topics discussed by both parties were ways to address issues related to the regulation of crypto assets.Representatives from Jito Labs and Multicoin Capital Management provided accompanying documents that were discussed during the meeting. The accompanying documents indicated that the participants expected to discuss two main topics during the meeting: the ability to incorporate staking as a feature of ETPs; and potential models for staking in certain crypto asset ETPs.