Crypto Market Update: Bitcoin Slips to $65k, Ethereum Down 4.5%, Chiliz and Virtuals Protocol Lead Gains
ByAinvest
Saturday, Feb 28, 2026 1:32 am ET1min read
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The cryptocurrency market has dropped 2.2% to $2.35 trillion, with Bitcoin at $65,799 and Ethereum at $1,926.77, down 2% and 4.5% respectively. The Fear & Greed Index remains at 11, signaling extreme fear. Top gainers include Chiliz, Virtuals Protocol, and Pi Coin. Tether has frozen $4.2B in USDT linked to crime.

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