Daily Digest: Crypto Crash, Trump Moves & Global Shocks

Welcome to Grapevines’ Daily Digest for February 5, 2026. We’re breaking down the biggest stories from the past 12 hours across crypto, politics, world news, and iGaming. Let’s dive into the headlines shaping today’s landscape.

Crypto Chaos

• Bitcoin Plummets: Bitcoin drops below $70,000 as a broader crypto selloff intensifies ahead of U.S. market opening. Analysts warn of further declines with ‘Big Short’ investor Michael Burry drawing parallels to the 2022 crash.
• Ethereum Under Pressure: Ethereum faces billion-dollar sell pressure as a top fund risks $862M liquidation. This could ripple through altcoin markets if not contained.
• Vitalik’s Critique: Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin blasts ‘copypasta’ L2 chains, arguing the rollup narrative is losing steam. His recent $6.6M ETH sale adds fuel to market jitters.

Political Firestorm

• Trump’s Faith Focus: Trump returns to National Prayer Breakfast, emphasizing faith in his second term. Meanwhile, GOP allies push to reclaim taxpayer benefits from immigrants, stirring debate.
• Pro-Life Push: A pro-life group claims Biden-era FDA policies drive 500 abortions daily, urging Trump to intervene. Expect this to dominate conservative agendas.

Global Tensions

• Venezuela Shock: Maduro ally Alex Saab arrested in a joint US-Venezuelan operation, signaling escalating geopolitical friction in the region.
• Nigeria Tragedy: Gunmen kill nearly 200 people in Nigeria, highlighting ongoing security crises. International response remains muted so far.

Regional Spotlight: Finland & Estonia

• Finland’s Olympic Woes: Finland faces Olympic catastrophe, potentially forced to forfeit due to undisclosed issues. Public frustration is mounting.
• Estonia’s Border Crime: Estonia and Latvia grapple with cross-border crime surge, with special forces detaining suspected smugglers. Security concerns are spiking in the Baltics.

iGaming Updates

• Evolution’s Outlook: Evolution talks stability and a strong Monopoly pipeline in their 2025 results, balancing regulated revenue splits. A steady hand in a volatile sector.

Key Takeaways

Today’s pulse is volatile: crypto markets are bleeding with systemic risks looming, while Trump’s political maneuvers signal a culturally charged agenda. Globally, instability in Nigeria and Venezuela underscores fragile security, and regional issues in the Baltics hint at broader European tensions. Stay sharp—tomorrow could shift even faster.