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Bitcoin Whale Accumulation Overstated as Long-Term Holders Begin Buying
CryptoQuant data suggests reported Bitcoin whale accumulation is overstated due to exchange consolidation, while long-term holders are now accumulating.
Key Bitcoin Price Levels To Watch Out For In 2026
Bitcoin's 2026 outlook depends on holding key support levels, with a drop below $74,508 potentially leading to $50,000, while surpassing $100,000 suggests a rally toward $126,199.
Tether just bought 8,888 Bitcoin, exposing a mechanical profit engine turning T-Bills into automatic crypto demand
Tether purchased 8,888 BTC in Q4 2025, reinforcing its strategy of allocating 15% of quarterly profits to Bitcoin.
SEC crypto skeptic Caroline Crenshaw set to depart the agency this week
SEC Commissioner Caroline Crenshaw, known for her crypto skepticism, is departing the agency as her term expires on January 3.
Why MSCI’s Upcoming Decision on Bitcoin Treasury Companies Matters
MSCI's January 15 decision on excluding companies with significant Bitcoin reserves from its indexes could force billions in selling and shape corporate adoption.
Bitfinex Hacker Out of Prison After a Year Due to President Trump’s First Step Act
Ilya Lichtenstein, convicted for the 2016 Bitfinex hack, was released early from prison due to sentence reductions under the First Step Act.
PEPE leads memecoin gains amid post-holiday crypto market altcoin rally
Memecoins, led by PEPE's 32% surge, are driving a post-holiday crypto market rally, outperforming larger assets.
Hundreds of EVM Wallets Drained of Small Amounts: ZachXBT
Hundreds of EVM wallets were drained of small sums in a widespread attack potentially linked to a spoofed MetaMask email.
The Block Research’s Analysts: 2026 Predictions
Analysts from The Block Research predict key trends for 2026, focusing on stablecoins, prediction markets, DATs, and Bitcoin dominance.
Ilya Lichtenstein credits Trump’s First Step Act for early release in Bitfinex hack case
Ilya Lichtenstein, convicted in the 2016 Bitfinex hack, was released early, crediting President Trump's First Step Act.
SEC Commissioner to Depart, Leaving only Republican Members
SEC Commissioner Caroline Crenshaw, the sole Democrat, is departing, leaving the agency with only Republican members.
Will 2026 Deliver an Extreme Crypto Bear Market? Experts Weigh In
Experts debate whether 2026 will bring an extreme crypto bear market, suggesting macro factors and institutionalization may override traditional four-year cycles.
The Fed just leaked a bullish liquidity signal that suggests Bitcoin can front-run a 2026 recovery
Record year-end bank borrowing from the Fed's repo facility, coupled with proactive Fed reserve injections, signals improving liquidity that could boost Bitcoin before 2026.
Bitcoin Price Struggled in 2025, but Long-Term Lows Show a Strong and Rising Floor
Despite struggling in 2025, Bitcoin's yearly lows have consistently trended higher, indicating a strengthening long-term floor.
Senator Lummis urges Congress to pass crypto market legislation
Senator Lummis is pushing Congress to pass market structure legislation to clarify crypto jurisdiction and keep innovation in the US.
Wall Street Opens 2026 with Green Candles, Will Crypto Follow?
Wall Street began 2026 positively, boosting major cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum, driven by AI stock strength.
BitVentures Pivots into Crypto Mining After Nasdaq Rebrand
BitVentures Limited has entered cryptocurrency mining, acquiring hardware to mine BTC, LTC, and DOGE shortly after rebranding from Santech Holdings.
Bitfinex hacker Ilya Lichtenstein says he is being released early as part of ‘Trump’s First Step Act’
Bitfinex hacker Ilya Lichtenstein announced his early prison release, attributing it to President Trump's First Step Act.
BitMine Immersion (BMNR) news: Chairman Tom Lee makes case for major share count increase
BitMine Chairman Tom Lee urged shareholders to approve a proposal to increase authorized shares to 50 billion, citing future splits and capital raising needs.
Nasdaq-listed BitVentures to start Bitcoin and altcoin mining with new digital asset division
Nasdaq-listed BitVentures has launched a Digital Assets segment to begin Bitcoin and altcoin mining using acquired Bitmain machines.
Bitfarms Exits Latam with $30M Facility Sale
Bitfarms sold its Paraguayan facility for $30 million to exit the Latin American market entirely.
Bitfarms exits LatAm with $30 million Paraguay site sale amid North American AI/HPC push
Bitfarms sold its Paraguay site for up to $30 million to fully exit Latin America and focus on North American AI/HPC infrastructure.
Bitcoin price (BTC) news: Rare U.S. session gains have bitcoin trading above $90,000
Bitcoin surpassed $90,000 on the first trading day of 2026, signaling a potential shift from late 2025's consistent selloffs during U.S. hours.
Don't Get Left in the Dark: How Crypto Regulations Are Changing in 2026
Global crypto regulations are evolving in 2026, impacting users in the US, UK, and APAC regions with new rules for stablecoins, taxation, and service providers.
3 Altcoins To Watch This Weekend | January 3 – 4
The article highlights Pepe (PEPE), Canton (CC), and Chilliz (CHZ) as three altcoins potentially poised for gains over the weekend of January 3-4, 2026.
Tesla shares climb despite 16% drop in Q4 deliveries
Tesla shares rose slightly after the company reported a 16% year-over-year drop in Q4 2025 deliveries.
Bitcoin ETFs failed a critical holiday stress test as $1.29 billion vanished through “tactical” positioning
U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs experienced $1.29 billion in net outflows during the late December holiday period, testing product stickiness.
Turkmenistan Legalizes Crypto Mining and Exchanges Under Tight State Control
Turkmenistan legalized crypto mining and exchanges under strict state licensing and oversight by the Central Bank.
$110B in crypto leaves South Korea in 2025 as trading rules lag global markets
Over $110 billion in cryptocurrency left South Korea in 2025 due to strict trading regulations and limited investment opportunities.
JPEX crypto fraud case advances as prosecutors add new money laundering charges
Hong Kong prosecutors added three new money laundering charges against crypto influencer Chu Ka-fai in the JPEX fraud case.
Major Bitcoin Predictions that Fell Short in 2025 | US Crypto News
Despite high expectations, Bitcoin closed 2025 near $87,000, significantly missing numerous bullish forecasts that reached up to $500,000.
Privacy Among Digital Euro’s 'Hardest Political Tradeoffs'
Balancing cash-like privacy with anti-money laundering rules is a major political hurdle for the digital euro's final design.
What Major Exchanges Like OKX Are Planning for 2026
OKX's Haider Rafique anticipates 2026 will focus on regulatory compliance, stablecoin utility, and tokenized real-world assets over speculative growth.
The Top 5 Busiest Blockchains of 2025
Solana, BNB Chain, Base, Tron, and NEAR Protocol were ranked the busiest blockchains of 2025 by Nansen based on transaction volume.
Bitfarms (BITF) leaving Latin America with sale of Paraguay site
Bitcoin miner Bitfarms is selling its Paraguay site to Sympatheia Power Fund for up to $30 million to reinvest in North American HPC/AI infrastructure.
Hundreds of Wallets Drained on EVM Chains With No Root Cause, ZachXBT Warns — $107K Lost So Far and Counting
Hundreds of crypto wallets on EVM chains are being drained in an ongoing attack with no identified root cause, totaling over $107,000 lost.
Memecoins Surge: PEPE Soars 23% as Market Cap Hits Two-Week High
Memecoins like PEPE, BONK, and DOGE posted significant gains, pushing the total memecoin market cap to a two-week high of $39.45 billion.
Russia Cracks Down on Illegal Miners, India Pushes CBDCs
Russia proposed heavy fines for unregistered crypto miners while India's central bank advocated for prioritizing CBDCs over stablecoins.
Bitcoin’s rebound wipes out over $170M in short positions
Bitcoin's 2% surge to $89,700 caused $209 million in liquidations, primarily wiping out $170 million in short positions.
Bitcoin Hovers Below $90,000 as $4.4 Billion in Whale Selling Builds Pressure
Bitcoin is consolidating below $90,000 while intense selling pressure from whales, totaling over $4.4 billion, builds ahead of a potential breakout.
Bitcoin Seeks $90,000 Resistance Flip Into 2026 Wall Street Open
Bitcoin is attempting to break the $90,000 resistance level as TradFi markets reopen, facing potential dips due to a new CME futures gap.
BlackRock moves over $120M in Bitcoin and Ethereum to Coinbase Prime
BlackRock transferred approximately $120 million in Bitcoin and Ethereum to Coinbase Prime custody.
Iran accepts cryptocurrency as payment for advanced weapons
Iran's Ministry of Defense export center, Mindex, is accepting cryptocurrency payments for advanced weapons to bypass international sanctions.
Zcash Price’s Long-Awaited Breakout May Be Off the Table — Here’s Why
Despite Zcash showing an uptrend, bearish divergence in Chaikin Money Flow and deeply negative funding rates suggest the expected breakout may fail.
Turkmenistan enacts crypto law allowing mining and exchanges to attract foreign investment
Turkmenistan legalized crypto mining and exchanges under a new law aimed at boosting economic development and foreign investment.
Will DeFi adoption officially end in 2026?
The EU's MiCA regulation, fully effective by mid-2026, may stifle DeFi adoption by favoring large entities and controlling front-end access.
Whale withdraws 800 Bitcoin from Bitfinex in 24 hours
A crypto whale withdrew 800 Bitcoin, worth about $71 million, from Bitfinex over the last day.
Ethereum daily transactions hit all-time high, surpassing 2021 NFT boom
Ethereum's seven-day average daily transactions reached a new all-time high, exceeding the 2021 peak.
Coinbase Bets on Stablecoins, Base and 'Everything Exchange' for 2026
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong outlined a 2026 strategy focusing on stablecoins, the Base layer-2, and expanding into an 'everything exchange' including stocks and prediction markets.
Here Are All the Reasons Why Coinbase’s 2026 Vision Isn’t Winning Fans
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong's 2026 vision for an 'everything exchange' faces significant user and developer backlash over security, developer support, and execution gaps.
Expert Explains Why 2026 Could Be the Year Ethereum Blindsides the Market
An expert predicts 2026 will be the year Ethereum surprises the market due to accelerating institutional adoption in stablecoins, tokenization, and payments.
Internet Computer (ICP) rises back to $3 as short-term momentum improves
Internet Computer (ICP) climbed above $3.00 on increased trading activity, suggesting improved short-term momentum.
Ethereum Price Climbs Above $3,000, But Here’s Why $4,000 Will Be A Challenge
Despite reclaiming $3,000, Ethereum faces challenges reaching $4,000 due to declining whale activity and cautious institutional sentiment.
Crypto exchange volume falls to 15-month low in December
Centralized crypto exchange spot trading volume dropped 32% in December to its lowest level since September 2024.
What Is a Blockchain Rollback and Why It Matters in Crypto Security?
A blockchain rollback reverses approved transactions to correct major exploits, balancing recovery needs against core principles like immutability.
Bitcoin ETF Momentum Builds in South Korea but Regulation Lags Behind
The Korea Exchange is prepared to list crypto ETFs, but regulators have not yet approved the necessary legal framework for digital assets.
BONK jumps more than 10% as momentum pushes price higher
The Solana-based token BONK rose over 10% in 24 hours, breaking a key technical resistance level.
MicroStrategy’s Stock Slid Over 49% in 2025: Why 2026 Could Be Another Tough Year
Strategy (MSTR) stock fell 49.3% in 2025 due to Bitcoin's poor performance and faces further risk in 2026 from a potential MSCI index exclusion.
Bitcoin ETFs lose record $4.57 billion in two months
U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs experienced a record net outflow of $4.57 billion across November and December 2025.
How this trader exploited a New Year glitch on Binance to make $1.5 million in a day
A trader named Vida made over $1.5 million by exploiting a $26 million anomalous buy wall on Binance for the token BROCCOLI714 on New Year's Day.
Supply Shock Narrative Faces Doubt As XRP Exchange Reserves Hit 8-Year Lows
Despite XRP exchange reserves hitting 8-year lows in late 2025, analysts doubt this guarantees a supply shock or immediate price rally.
$1 for the Keys? Dark Web Post Claims Kraken Admin Access for Sale
A dark web post claims to be selling read-only access to Kraken's internal admin panel, raising significant security concerns.
Infinex Founder Loses $50K Bet Over ETH 2025 Year-End Price
Infinex founder Kain Warwick lost a $50,000 bet after Ether failed to reach $25,000 by the end of 2025.
ZachXBT Flags Ongoing Wallet Exploit With Losses Exceeding $107,000
Blockchain investigator ZachXBT flagged an active exploit draining hundreds of crypto wallets across EVM chains, totaling over $107,000.
Analysts Identify 3 Indicators That Could Signal an Altcoin Season in 2026
Analysts point to bullish divergences, altcoin dominance breakouts, and high trading volume as potential signals for an altcoin season in 2026.
Turkmenistan legalizes crypto mining and trading under new framework
Turkmenistan has officially legalized domestic cryptocurrency mining and trading under a new licensing framework overseen by its central bank.
Hundreds of crypto wallets drained across EVM chains, root cause still unidentified: ZachXBT
Hundreds of crypto wallets across EVM chains are being drained for small sums, with cumulative losses reaching about $107,000 as the root cause remains unknown.
Over $2.2 Billion in Bitcoin and Ethereum Options Expire as 2026 Begins
Over $2.2 billion in Bitcoin and Ethereum options are expiring, marking the first major derivatives settlement of 2026.
Vitalik Buterin stresses real usability and decentralization over winning ‘next meta’
Vitalik Buterin urged the Ethereum community to prioritize usable, truly decentralized applications over chasing the 'next meta'.
Bitcoin (BTC) Price Forecast: squeeze sets stage for volatility explosion
Bitcoin's recent low volatility, indicated by compressed Bollinger Bands, historically precedes a major price swing.