For now, "gold bugs" can enjoy their relatively short moment in the sun as the yellow metal shatters decades-old resistance levels.

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A winter storm in the US state of Texas is putting even more pressure on Bitcoin miners, causing hashrates to tumble.

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TLDR: Tether Gold captures 60% market share as gold-backed stablecoin sector expands from $1.3B to $4B in 2025 Company holds 520,089 troy ounces in Swiss vaults, maintaining strict 1:1 backing for each XAU₮ token Tether added 27 metric tons of gold in Q4 2025, exceeding most central bank purchases that quarter Issuer now ranks among [...] The post Tether Gold Dominates 60% of Gold-Backed Stablecoin Market as XAU₮ Surpasses $4 Billion appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR: Bitcoin’s hashrate fell 39% in two days from weather-related shutdowns rather than economic capitulation patterns. MARA’s hashrate dropped to one-quarter of monthly averages as Texas mining operations faced grid disruptions. Mining difficulty adjustment is projected to decrease 4.54% following the extended period of reduced network capacity. Prolonged shutdowns may force miners to sell Bitcoin [...] The post Bitcoin Hashrate Plunges 39% as Severe US Ice Storm Shuts Down Major Mining Operations appeared first on Blockonomi.

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TRON [TRX] continues to establish itself as the leading stablecoin settlement network. Justin Sun's strategic investment in River's[RIVER] chain abstraction stablecoin infrastructure strengthens TRON'The post TRON retests KEY demand zone - Can TRX rally back above $0.50? appeared first on AMBCrypto.

Asia’s crypto ETF market remains developing rather than mature, despite early progress. Hong Kong leads the region, launching Asia’s first spot for Bitcoin [BTC] and Ethereum [ETH] ETFs in 2024The post Bitcoin: Can Asia catch up as U.S. BTC ETFs control global liquidity? appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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Brian Armstrong, the CEO of crypto exchange Coinbase, said a takeaway from his time at the Davos forum was that most of the bank CEOs he met were pro-crypto.

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TLDR: Computation proves most scalable through parallel processing, hints, and cryptographic proofs without architecture changes.  Data availability sits in middle tier, allowing erasure coding and graceful degradation despite strict guarantee requirements.  State management presents hardest scaling challenge as transaction verification demands access to complete network state.  Buterin advises replacing state with data and data with [...] The post Vitalik Buterin Outlines Blockchain Scaling Hierarchy: Computation Easier Than State Management appeared first on Blockonomi.

World Liberty Financial and Spacecoin have announced a strategic partnership and token swap aimed at merging decentralized finance with satellite-based internet infrastructure. Token Swap Links World Liberty Financial and Spacecoin Ambitions World Liberty Financial (WLFI) and Spacecoin have unveiled a strategic partnership centered on a mutual token swap, signaling a broader effort to bridge decentralized […]

TLDR: Ethereum Foundation’s quantum resistance roadmap strengthens the network’s credibility as a long-term store of value asset. ETH maintains 0.8% monthly inflation, outperforming most Layer-1 blockchains and matching gold’s historical supply growth rate. Proof-of-stake consensus separates Ethereum from energy competition with AI data centers and computational infrastructure. Platform economics remain sustainable at low fees, with [...] The post Ethereum’s Macro Advantages Emerge Amid Quantum Threats and AI Development, Says Analyst appeared first on Blockonomi.

The fourth annual international conference for cypherpunks, crypto-anarchists, privacy activists, and folks keen on opting out of the fiat-based financial surveillance system is happening again this yThe post Monerotopia is back in CDMX! appeared first on AMBCrypto.

Senator Roger Marshall filed an amendment to the market structure bill last week that would force companies to compete on swipe fees.

Avalanche price is hovering near the $12 mark just as its first U.S.-listed exchange-traded fund goes live, setting up a tense moment where price compression meets a major institutional catalyst. Avalanche was trading at $11.76 at press time, up 1.5%…

TLDR: ERC-20 stablecoin market cap fell from $162 billion to $155 billion in just seven days of trading. Investors are converting stablecoins to fiat currency to gain exposure in precious metals and equity markets. Similar stablecoin declines in 2021 preceded Bitcoin’s entry into an extended bear market phase globally. Multi-chain data confirms the outflow trend [...] The post Stablecoin Market Cap Plunges $7B in One Week as Crypto Investors Flee to Traditional Assets appeared first on Blockonomi.

Japan is reportedly likely to approve and list its first wave of crypto-based exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the next two years as the country’s financial authorities work on rule changes that allow the investment products. Related Reading: Major Reasons Why The XRP Price Could Recover And Surge Again Japan To Join Global Crypto ETF Race […]

Hyperliquid's HIP-3, also known as "Builder Deployed Perpetuals," lets anyone who stakes 500,000 HYPE to create a new perpetual futures market on the Hyperliquid blockchain.

The Bitcoin network is currently undergoing a brutal phase of "miner capitulation.".

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A security vulnerability in the Clawdbot AI assistant has exposed hundreds of servers, leaking API keys and other sensitive information due to misconfigured proxies, cybersecurity professionals warn.

WhiteBIT, a cryptocurrency exchange recently labeled an “undesirable organization” by Russia, said it lost 30% of its customer base after blocking Russian and Belarusian users in 2022. A Badge of Honor WhiteBIT, the cryptocurrency exchange recently designated an “undesirable organization” by the Russian Prosecutor General’s Office, has characterized the label as the “strongest confirmation” of […]

Plaintiffs in a US district court lawsuit accused Meta of having backdoor access to WhatsApp chats, impacting the privacy of its more than 3 billion users.

The Senate’s effort to advance the crypto market structure bill (CLARITY Act) has hit another delay, as severe winter weather disrupts congressional scheduling and deepens uncertainty around the bill’s path forward. Following the stalled and ultimately delayed markup of the bill by the Senate Banking Committee, attention had shifted to the Senate Agriculture Committee, which […]

Binance saw its largest weekly net outflows since Nov 2025, with over $6B leaving across BTC, ETH, and USDT.

Data shows Foundry USA, the biggest Bitcoin mining pool in the world, has lost a significant portion of its Hashrate to the US winter storm. Foundry USA Has Seen A Bitcoin Hashrate Decline Of 200 EH/s The United States is currently experiencing an extreme weather event, with a powerful winter storm sweeping across much of […]

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Quantum risk is emerging as a decisive hurdle for bitcoin’s institutional future as sovereign investors weigh long-term resilience, pushing gold and BTC into sharper focus amid debt cycles, macro uncertainty, and geopolitical realignment, according to on-chain analyst Willy Woo. Willy Woo: Fix BTC Quantum Issue Before Macro Bear Market Hits On-chain analyst Willy Woo shared […]

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A sharp drop in stablecoin supply is raising concerns that a crypto market recovery may lack the liquidity needed to gain significant momentum. On-chain data shared by Santiment on Jan. 26  showed that the combined market capitalization of the 12…

Polymarket will be the prediction market partner for the US Major League Soccer with the plan to offer “ways to engage more deeply with the game.”

Zcash’s bearish stretch began to ease after the token lost roughly 42% over the past two weeks. Recent data pointed to growing bullish interest, driven by whale accumulation, derivatives positioningThe post Zcash whales buy the dip after 42% slide – 60% rally possible ONLY IF… appeared first on AMBCrypto.

The first vault strategy targets 6% annual percentage yield via over-collateralized lending pools, managed by Bitwise.

Bitcoin mining data platform Hashrate Index estimates the United States contributes the largest amount of the world’s mining power, with nearly 38% of the global hashrate.

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Fundstart's Tom Lee said crypto markets are being overshadowed by record gold and silver prices, but predicts a surge will come once precious metals' rally takes a pause.

Bitwise has launched its first on-chain vault, opening a new way for investors to earn yield directly on the blockchain through the Morpho protocol. The firm confirmed the launch on Jan. 26, describing the product as a non-custodial vault strategy…

Ethereum faces mounting downside risk as macro volatility rises, with Bloomberg Intelligence strategist Mike McGlone signaling a drift toward the lower end of its long-held trading range and $2,000 support coming into view. Strategist Flags Ethereum Downside Bias as $2,000 Support Comes Into Focus Bloomberg Intelligence senior commodity strategist Mike McGlone shared on social media […]

The most in-demand, non-developer Bitcoin job openings included product manager, executive assistant, marketing manager, director and product designer.

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Crypto investment vehicles dumped cash last week in a move that startled many market watchers. According to CoinShares, crypto exchange-traded products saw about $1.73 billion of outflows — the largest weekly withdrawal since mid-November 2025. Related Reading: Bitcoin Finds A Real-World Use Case In Las Vegas Stores The pullback came after a recent stretch of […]

The partnership could accelerate the integration of digital currencies into mainstream banking, enhancing financial innovation and efficiency. The post Ex-Ripple executive’s USBC, Uphold, and Vast Bank formalize deal for tokenized bank deposits appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

How Signals a Game-Changing Web3 Cross-Border Payments Strategy In the fast-moving world of crypto and blockchain, big players like Visa are making bold moves. Recently, Mercuryo announced a key partnership with Visa. This deal brings Visa Direct into play for […] The post How Visa’s Mercuryo Partnership Signals a Game-Changing Web3 Cross-Border Payments Strategy appeared first on Blockmanity.

Saudi Blockchain Leap: and Team Up for Regulatory Sandbox Payments Testing In a big move for Saudi Arabia’s financial future, has joined forces with to test blockchain technology. This partnership uses a special regulatory sandbox to try out cross-border payments […] The post Saudi Blockchain Leap: Riyad Bank Jeel and Ripple Team Up for Regulatory Sandbox Payments Testing appeared first on Blockmanity.

Crypto markets are eyeing a powerful breakout as regulatory clarity and institutional demand align, with Ripple’s chief executive signaling confidence that digital assets could push to new highs amid shifting valuations and accelerating adoption. Ripple CEO: New All-Time Highs Ahead as Institutions Trigger a Crypto Market Reset Crypto markets are entering a phase of accelerating […]

The acquisition highlights growing institutional interest in Bitcoin, potentially influencing market dynamics and corporate investment strategies. The post New York hedge fund acquires over $125,000 in Bitcoin treasury company Strive shares appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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ETH whale accumulation and its alignment with a rare global liquidity signal could be a sign that Ether price is gearing up for another triple-digit rally.

Ripple has signed a partnership with Jeel, the innovation and technology arm of Riyad Bank, to explore blockchain applications across cross-border payments, digital asset custody, and tokenization in Saudi Arabia. The collaboration positions Ripple inside a regulated testing environment as the Kingdom accelerates its Vision 2030 digital transformation agenda. Ripple Expands In Saudi With Riyad […]

Crypto treasuries are evolving from passive balance sheets into active protocol participants, and Sui illustrates the shift. Historically, firms such as Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy) and MetaplThe post Sui’s $500mln stablecoin rise – 2 ways treasuries are running the protocol appeared first on AMBCrypto.

The crypto market is facing a critical stress test as Bitcoin and Ethereum lose ground, signaling a broader shift in global risk appetite. After weeks of choppy consolidation, downside pressure is intensifying, and traders are watching closely to see whether this move develops into a deeper correction or stabilizes into a new base. At the […]

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Gold blasting past $5,000 is fueling fresh attention on Robert Kiyosaki’s long-held bullish thesis, as the Rich Dad Poor Dad author points to far higher potential prices amid debt, inflation, and currency concerns. Gold at $5,000 Is Just the Beginning, Kiyosaki Says Rich Dad Poor Dad Author Robert Kiyosaki shared on social media platform X […]

Crypto Markets in Turmoil: Fuel Liquidation Storm The crypto world just took a hard hit. from the traditional finance world crashed into digital assets, wiping out over $550 million in liquidations. Bitcoin and Ethereum led the drop as traders got […] The post Crypto Markets in Turmoil: Macro Shocks Fuel $550 Million Liquidation Storm appeared first on Blockmanity.

Entropy, a startup that tried to build a safer way to hold and move crypto, is shutting down and sending most money back to investors. Related Reading: Bitcoin Finds A Real-World Use Case In Las Vegas Stores The company’s leader said the business could not reach the size investors wanted. Reports say the team will […]

Introduction: A Convenient Trap in Your Local Store Picture this: You walk into your neighborhood gas station or grocery store. Next to the snacks and drinks sits a shiny machine promising quick access to cryptocurrency. It looks safe, easy, and […] The post Why Crypto ATMs Must Be Banned: The Scams, Fraud, and Real Dangers Exposed appeared first on Blockmanity.

Silver is now outperforming Bitcoin by one of its widest margins on record, underscoring how decisively investors are favoring hard assets as volatility reshapes global markets.

Ripple is pushing deeper into Saudi Arabia, teaming up with Riyad Bank’s innovation arm to advance blockchain adoption across payments, custody and tokenization as the Kingdom accelerates its Vision 2030 financial modernization drive. Ripple Ignites Saudi Fintech Ambitions Through Riyad Bank Innovation Alliance Ripple is partnering with Jeel, the innovation arm of Riyad Bank, to […]

Bitcoin has fallen nearly 30% since a major market crash in October, while gold and silver have soared to new highs.

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Most assets on the market are getting actively oversold, which is not a good look in general, but could be a growth sign for the future.

Despite the surge in activity, Ether has struggled to break out of its established trading range. The token was up about 3% on the day, but remained well below recent highs.

Monero [XMR] saw a heavy increase in trading volume in mid-January, when the altcoin reached a new all-time high at $799.89. Since then, XMR has retraced by 43.8%. A recent AMBCrypto report highligThe post Decoding Monero’s 43% slide – 2 zones to watch for XMR reversal appeared first on AMBCrypto.

XRP volumes have skyrocketed 214% as the market continues to face selling pressure.

Bitcoin has slipped below the $87,000 level, extending its pullback as selling pressure and macro uncertainty keep traders on the defensive. After multiple failed attempts to regain key resistance zones, BTC is now trading in a fragile range where momentum remains weak, and liquidity conditions can amplify short-term moves. With risk appetite fading, the market […]

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A New Era for Crypto Regulation? The world of cryptocurrency has always been a battleground for regulators. In recent years, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has been one of the toughest enforcers. But 2025 brought big changes. Actions […] The post SEC Cryptocurrency Enforcement in 2025: A 60% Drop in Actions and Sharp Penalty Cuts appeared first on Blockmanity.

Crypto trader and YouTuber Trader Mayne is making a renewed case for Bitcoin as the only digital asset worth holding over the long term.

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The ‘digital gold’ narrative says bitcoin should be rallying, but instead, it has been crushed by shiny rocks for over a year, something that can only be explained by looking at BTC differently, one analyst suggests. Bitcoin Is an ‘Enhanced Version of Equities’ – Not Digital Gold, Analyst Says In an article on X, the […]

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Discussions are still rampant about which cryptocurrencies could outperform Bitcoin as the entire industry looks ahead to what 2026 has to offer. According to a recent commentary on X, X Finance Bull noted that XRP, HBAR, and Litecoin are a few cryptocurrencies that can outpace Bitcoin.  The crypto commentator pushed back against claims that XRP […]

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Circle drama: A commentator on X questioned whether the startup would act proactively or require a U.S. court order before freezing stolen assets

ZachXBT claims John "Lick" flaunted wallets tied to more than $90 million suspected thefts, including US government seizure-linked funds.

Japan’s Financial Services Agency plans to approve the country’s first cryptocurrency ETFs by 2028, adding digital assets to “specified assets” for investment trusts. Breaking the Barriers Japan’s regulators are reportedly preparing to approve the country’s first cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds (ETFs) by 2028. The Financial Services Agency (FSA) has unveiled plans to add digital assets to […]

The Hyperliquid (HYPE) price has been steadily declining, reaching a low of $20 before rebounding.

After World Liberty Financial dropped to a low of $0.15, the altcoin rebounded to a high of $0.18, then retraced towards $0.16. As of this writing, World Liberty Financial [WLFI] traded at $0.1641,The post Assessing World Liberty Financial after 235mln WLFI exchange transfer appeared first on AMBCrypto.

The publicly traded Ether treasury has more than 2 million ETH staked, with holdings valued at about $5.7 billion, and plans to expand further.

Crypto asset manager Bitwise announced the launch of non-custodial yield strategies as a curator on Morpho on 26 January. This launch marks a measured step into decentralised finance as institutional The post Bitwise tests institutional appetite for non-custodial DeFi yield with Morpho vault launch appeared first on AMBCrypto.

Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Price Fights for $88,000 as Fed Looms and Bearish Technical Pressure Builds The bitcoin price fell to $86,000 over the weekend but has steadied to around $87,850 amid caution over Federal Reserve policy, recent liquidations, and technical pressure. This post Bitcoin Price Fights for $88,000 as Fed Looms and Bearish Technical Pressure Builds first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

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This content is provided by a sponsor. PRESS RELEASE. Geneva, Switzerland, January 26, 2026 — Arkham, a leading blockchain analytics platform; CoinDesk Data, the institutional research division of CoinDesk; and Messari, the leading provider of digital asset market intelligence, have released independent reports analyzing the TRON network’s performance throughout Q4 2025. The analyses highlight TRON’s […]

Bitcoin Magazine Peter Schiff Says Bitcoin Won’t Become the World’s Reserve Currency in Tucker Carlson Interview Gold advocate and longtime Bitcoin critic Peter Schiff said that the crypto industry is pushing for government regulation and bailouts not to self-restrain, but to gain public legitimacy. This post Peter Schiff Says Bitcoin Won’t Become the World’s Reserve Currency in Tucker Carlson Interview first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

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On Monday, activity across much of Wall Street and U.S. equity markets remained subdued, while precious metals like silver and gold pressed higher. At the same time, the Japanese yen firmed sharply against the U.S. dollar, as markets responded to rising expectations of coordinated currency intervention by Japanese and U.S. authorities. Currency Watch: Why the […]

Chainlink's (LINK) price has slipped below the moving averages while remaining in a sideways trend.

HYPE continued to absorb sustained exchange exits as a $10.32 million whale transfer aligned with buyers defending the $22–$23 zone. The move involved 465,000 HYPE leaving Galaxy Digital via OTC,The post $10.32mln in HYPE exchange exits! – Could Hyperliquid target $28 next? appeared first on AMBCrypto.

Kraken launches DeFi Earn product offering up to 8% APY with yield sourced from Aave, Morpho and other DeFi protocols. The post Kraken launches DeFi Earn in the US, Canada, and Europe offering up to 8% APY appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Bitcoin’s push for $93,000 was stalled as professional traders stay cautious and the market’s focus remains pinned to gold’s rally, Federal Reserve policy and US macroeconomics.

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According to Weiss, once the crypto market finds its footing, the long-term trend will resume, sending the ratio to new record lows and leaving gold "in the dust" once again.

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Vitalik Buterin said he no longer agrees with his 2017 view that full chain validation by users is unrealistic.

The rollout comes as UK regulators reopen the retail market to crypto-related products and global issuers expand regulated offerings.

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The crypto market stabilized on Monday, January 26, as gold and the stock market rose, and the US Dollar Index plunged ahead of the upcoming Federal Reserve interest rate decision.

Reports say Changpeng Zhao, known as CZ, will not return to the company he helped build even after his legal name was cleared. Related Reading: Colombia Pension Giant Takes First Step Into Bitcoin – Details US President Donald Trump issued a pardon late in 2025 that removed the criminal tag from his name. That move […]

The newly launched fund offers exchange-traded exposure to AVAX as other proposed Avalanche ETFs remain under regulatory review.

After briefly dipping to $86,000 on Sunday, bitcoin rallied to an intraday high of $88,750 by Jan. 26, 10:15 a.m. EST. The recovery helped lift the total crypto market capitalization from a low of $2.96 trillion back above the $3.05 trillion threshold. Strategy Treasury Expansion Stabilizes Sentiment? On the afternoon of Jan. 26, 2026, the […]

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Kevin O’Leary says U.S. crypto market structure legislation is finally on the brink, predicting it will pass before the midterm elections despite months of delays.

Double Zero has moved decisively lower following a major liquidity shift that triggered broad capitulation. At press time, the altcoin was down over 12%, with rebound prospects appearing muted as momThe post Double Zero slides 12% as momentum fades – Is the worst over for 2Z? appeared first on AMBCrypto.

VanEck launches Avalanche ETF VAVX with AVAX staking exposure, zero fees till Feb 28, expanding crypto ETF options. The post VanEck launches first ever AVAX ETF in the US appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

With the market flipping into a bearish state, XRP is experiencing conflicting signals in on-chain activity. While some metrics are showing bullish action, other key metrics are starting to demonstrate negative trends, which brings the leading altcoin to a crucial moment that could play a key role in shaping its next price direction. Derivatives Activity […]

Ethereum trades near $2,900 after a breakdown from a bear flag pattern, with analysts warning of a possible drop to $1,666.

Cardano is showing a bullish reaction as price attempts to reclaim the value area low. This level acts as an important threshold between bearish and bullish control within the range.

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Tether’s XAUt tokenized gold now accounts for more than half of the gold-backed stablecoin market as the US dollar weakens amid renewed safe-haven demand.

US lawmakers and regulators are set to resume discussions around crypto market structure this week after severe winter weather disrupted federal schedules, with both Congress and regulators now pointiThe post US crypto market structure talks resume as Senate markup and SEC–CFTC event converge appeared first on AMBCrypto.

"After massive manipulation and bubble phase, we'll see a glorious dump," one X user predicted.

Crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs) endured another brutal week as bitcoin and ether suffered deep, broad-based outflows. Solana held onto modest gains, while XRP slipped into its first weekly net outflow since launch. Rout Deepens for ETFs as Bitcoin Posts $1.33 Billion Weekly Outflow The selling pressure that defined the week after the U.S. market holiday […]

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XRPL has cleared $2 billion in tokenized assets, according to a recent update.

Market movement often speaks clearly before popular stories adjust. Over the course of 2025, Shiba Inu has seen more than 60% wiped off its price, reversing earlier excitement and forcing holders into a waiting phase as they look for signs of a wider market recovery. At the same time, Pi Network continues to hover close [...] The post BlockDAG’s Final January 26 Presale Day Sees Huge Buyer Demand While SHIB Falls 60% & Pi Remains Stuck at $0.001 appeared first on Blockonomi.

The BMNR stock price retreated by over 1.18% on Monday as the recent crypto market crash continued and as BitMine continued its Ethereum accumulation.

XRP’s January rally unraveled on the 26th of January, erasing earlier gains and sending the token back toward familiar support. The altcoin slipped to $1.88 at press time, with a downside wick neThe post 2 key reasons why XRP’s January advance was wiped in a single session appeared first on AMBCrypto.

A documentary focused on First Lady Melania Trump sparked a meme coin rally, while Official Trump, remains in free fall.

Bitcoin holders face pressure, fatigue, and doubt as the crypto winter has intensified since November.

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Market: Explosive Growth to $50 Billion by 2031 Revealed The world of finance is changing fast. Imagine banks and investments working without big middlemen. This is what brings. New data shows this market will jump from $4.76 billion in 2025 […] The post Web3 in Financial Services Market: Explosive Growth to $50 Billion by 2031 Revealed appeared first on Blockmanity.

The BNB price has reacted strongly at the 0.618 Fibonacci retracement, and a bullish engulfing candle suggests a relief bounce may be developing.

Bitmine Immersion Technologies (BMNR) has taken another oversized step into the crypto treasury race, revealing ethereum holdings that now rival sovereign-scale balance sheets. Bitmine Ramps up Ethereum Accumulation Bitmine said on Monday that its ethereum ( ETH) holdings have climbed to 4.243 million tokens, helping lift total crypto and cash assets to $12.8 billion as […]