Bitcoin price forecast: Here’s why BTC, ETH, SOL, XRP, DOGE are seeing a strong 2026

Bitcoin and the broader crypto market began 2026 with significant gains, attributed to fresh year-end allocations and a surge in demand for safe-haven assets amidst geopolitical tensions. Bitcoin traded near $93,700, while Ether, XRP, Solana, and Dogecoin also saw substantial increases. This rally follows a period of tax-related selling pressure in late December. Analysts at QCP Capital suggest a shift in crypto’s alignment with broader risk assets, aided by fading tax-loss harvesting and renewed policy optimism. The launch of U.S.-listed spot ETFs in 2026 has brought over $1 billion in inflows in the first two trading days, signaling a potential end to a period of de-risking. Traders are also positioning for further price increases, with increased activity in call options. Despite the positive momentum, concerns remain regarding low liquidity, which could lead to volatile price swings.

(Source：CoinDesk)