BITCOIN SLIDE COULD WIPE OUT COMPANIES
Michael Burry warned that Bitcoin’s ongoing decline could destroy significant value, especially for companies holding large BTC reserves. He said Bitcoin has failed as a safe haven like gold and could push aggressive corporate holders into bankruptcy, triggering broader market fallout. He also highlighted Bitcoin’s correlation with the S&P 500 and its impact on recent drops in gold and silver.
MELINDA GATES: BILL AND OTHERS MUST ANSWER QUESTIONS ABOUT THEIR TIES TO EPSTEIN
Melinda French Gates said reading about Bill Gates’ mentions in the Epstein files makes her “unbelievably sad” for the victims and brings back painful memories. She said Bill and others must answer questions about their ties to Epstein, not her.
She emphasized she has moved on and is in a good place. A Gates spokesperson called the allegations “absurd and completely false,” saying Epstein tried to defame him.
BITCOIN CRASHES BELOW $74K, BEAR MARKET DEEPENS
Bitcoin dropped under $74,425, its lowest since Trump’s win, down nearly 15% YTD and 40% from October highs. Retail is exiting, altcoins are sliding, and Kalshi markets now price a potential fall to $59K.
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HOUSE CLEARS PROCEDURAL VOTE, SHUTDOWN NEAR END
The House cleared a key procedural vote, putting Congress on track to end the partial government shutdown. A final vote is expected this afternoon to fund 11 of 12 appropriations bills for FY2026. DHS gets a short-term funding patch through Feb. 13, with Democrats seeking more ICE restrictions. President Trump has pledged to sign the bill.


