Armstrong: Coinbase retail boosted BTC/ETH balances; Bitcoin $68,500 on Feb 16, 2026

On February 15, 2026, Brian Armstrong said Coinbase's retail users increased native-unit balances in Bitcoin and Ethereum during recent volatility, with most February holdings matching or exceeding December levels. On February 16, 2026, Bitcoin traded near $68,500 and Ethereum hovered around $2,000, as leveraged derivatives activity continued to sway intraday moves.