🟡 CoinNewsDetroit | February 2026 ⸻ Today’s Stories: 1️⃣ Arizona moves toward crypto-friendly tax policy: Lawmakers in Arizona took a step toward making the state more crypto-friendly after the Senate Finance Committee voted to exempt cryptocurrency from property taxation. If finalized, the change could mean: •crypto holdings wouldn’t be taxed like physical property •clearer rules for residents and businesses •another signal that states are competing to attract digital asset innovation Arizona has repeatedly positioned itself as a testing ground for forward-leaning crypto legislation. 2️⃣ BitMEX founder warns yen turmoil could boost Bitcoin: Arthur Hayes, co-founder of BitMEX, suggested Japan’s ongoing yen instability could trigger increased demand for Bitcoin. When fiat currencies weaken: •capital seeks protection •capital controls become a concern •alternative stores of value gain attention Bitcoin often benefits during moments of currency stress and monetary uncertainty. ⸻ Why this matters: •States are quietly shaping the regulatory landscape from the ground up. •Currency instability abroad can drive global demand, not just local adoption. •Crypto growth rarely comes from one catalyst — it emerges from policy + pressure + protection needs. #CoinNewsDetroit #Bitcoin #CryptoPolicy #Arizona #Yen #Macro #CryptoNews #BTC . 👓🍷