The Zcash Foundation has defended the Zcash (ZEC) network as independent from any third party. The Zcash Foundation responded to claims that the core team had dropped out amid onchain data showing notable cash out from the team. “No single contributor, team, or organization controls Zcash. In fact, Zcash was deliberately designed for resilience,” the …
Trump said he does not plan to pardon Sam Bankman-Fried, Sean Combs, or others after being asked about clemency requests by the NYT.
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Bitcoin bulls are making a run on $91,000 as start-of-the-year trading volumes highlight the market’s expectation of a positive Q1.
Researchers built autonomous robots the size of salt grains—with onboard computers, sensors, and motors that think and swim independently for months.
The TRU price fell to $0.0000000029 from $0.16 after the protocol reported a security incident and crypto sleuths tracked stolen Ether.
The platform offers a private, non-custodial venue for regulated institutions to trade cryptocurrencies and stablecoins.
A New York assemblyman reintroduced a bill that would restrict prediction markets, barring bets on individual sports matches, war, and more.
Bank of America said it recommended investors buy Coinbase's stock, pointing to its new products including weekday equities trading and prediction markets.
Talk of the United States buying Greenland has returned to Washington, and miners are tracking the power projects on the island. The White House said a U.S. purchase of Greenland is an “active discussion,” according to Reuters. For Bitcoin miners, the more actionable clock is Greenland’s industrial power planning. How Greenland’s hydropower translates into real […]
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Ethereum has once again failed to hold above a critical resistance zone, retracing from the $3,300 level back toward the $3,100 area. The pullback highlights the market’s ongoing struggle to establish a sustainable recovery, as bullish momentum continues to fade near key technical thresholds. While buyers have managed to prevent a deeper correction for now, the inability to reclaim higher levels has reinforced a cautious tone across the market. Related Reading: Bitcoin Tests Key Resistance While $4.7B In Sell-Side Liquidity Builds Beyond price action, on-chain data adds an important layer to this weakness. According to data from CryptoQuant, Ethereum’s Coinbase Premium Gap has dropped sharply into negative territory. This metric, often used as a proxy for US institutional demand, reflects the price difference between Coinbase and offshore exchanges. A negative reading suggests that buying interest from US-based investors is lagging behind global activity, reducing the probability of a strong upside continuation. Historically, sustained Ethereum rallies have coincided with a positive Coinbase Premium, signaling consistent institutional accumulation. The current divergence between price attempts to stabilize and weakening US demand creates a structural headwind for bulls. As long as this premium remains negative, reclaiming the $3,300 level becomes increasingly difficult. For now, Ethereum appears trapped in a fragile range, where price stability depends less on aggressive buying and more on the absence of renewed selling pressure. The coming sessions will be decisive in determining whether this consolidation evolves into a recovery or resolves to the downside. Coinbase Premium Weakness Undermines Recovery Attempt A new on-chain signal is reinforcing the cautious outlook for Ethereum as it trades below key resistance. Analysis shared by CryptoQuant and highlighted by CryptoOnchain shows that the Coinbase Premium Gap has deteriorated sharply, reaching its most negative level in nearly a year. The 14-day moving average of the metric has fallen to around -2.3, indicating that ETH prices on Coinbase are trading at a notable discount compared to Binance. This divergence matters because Coinbase activity is often used as a proxy for US institutional demand. When the premium turns deeply negative, it typically signals that buyers in the US spot market are either stepping aside or actively distributing rather than accumulating. That dynamic is unfolding as Ethereum remains capped below the $3,300 resistance zone, following its sharp correction from the October peak near $4,700. The combination of weak price follow-through and declining Coinbase demand creates a bearish divergence. While ETH attempts to stabilize, the lack of institutional participation reduces the probability of a sustained breakout. Historically, strong Ethereum rallies have required a positive Coinbase Premium, reflecting consistent inflows from US-based investors. Until this gap narrows and flips back into positive territory, Ethereum’s upside appears constrained. For now, the data suggests caution is warranted, as the persistence of weak US demand increases the risk that recent consolidation resolves into another leg lower rather than a confirmed recovery. Related Reading: XRP Sees Back-to-Back Liquidation Waves: Binance Absorbs Majority Of Liquidations Ethereum Struggles As Recovery Lacks Confirmation Ethereum’s price action remains fragile after failing to reclaim the $3,300 resistance zone. On the daily chart, ETH is trading near the $3,100–$3,150 area, a level that has acted as a short-term pivot but has not yet attracted strong follow-through from buyers. The broader structure still reflects a corrective phase rather than a confirmed trend reversal. From a technical perspective, ETH remains below its key moving averages. The 50-day moving average is sloping downward and continues to cap upside attempts, while the 100-day and 200-day moving averages sit higher, reinforcing a heavy overhead supply zone between roughly $3,300 and $3,600. Each rally into this region over recent weeks has been met with renewed selling pressure, highlighting persistent distribution. Related Reading: Bitcoin Enters Accumulation Regime: Market Supported By Seller Exhaustion, Not Buying Surge The sequence of lower highs since the October peak near $4,700 remains intact. Although price has stabilized compared to the sharp November sell-off, the rebound so far resembles consolidation within a bearish structure rather than a new impulsive move. Volume has also moderated during recent advances, suggesting limited conviction behind the bounce. On the downside, the $2,900–$3,000 range stands out as a critical support area. A sustained break below this zone would expose Ethereum to a deeper retracement toward the mid-$2,600s. For bullish momentum to regain credibility, ETH must reclaim $3,300 with strength and hold above the declining moving averages. Until then, the chart argues for caution, with downside risks still present despite short-term stabilization. Featured image from ChatGPT, chart from TradingView.com
The bill walls off bitcoin holdings in a standalone reserve, avoiding direct exposure across pensions and other state funds.
The wallet, expected to launch this year, will support cryptocurrencies and RWAs as the financial services company adds to its suite of crypto investment products.
Solana is one of the most closely watched cryptos since its breakout in 2021, attracting sustained interest from retail traders, whales, and institutions. Since the start of 2026, sentiment surrounding SOL price has become increasingly optimistic, supported by rising institutional engagement, including ETF-related filings involving major financial players, as well as continued network upgrades and …
Senators are sifting through key issues that are proving to be vital in advancing a sweeping crypto bill ahead of next week's votes.
Morgan Stanley's head of wealth management told Barron's the firm plans to launch a proprietary digital wallet later this year.
Morgan Stanley, a top-tier bank with more than $1.8 trillion in assets under management, has doubled down in the crypto industry in 2026. The behemoth financial institution will reportedly launch a crypto wallet and a trading platform before the end of this year. Morgan Stanley Plans a Crypto Wallet in 2026 According to a Bloomberg …
Former ECC CEO Josh Swihart hinted at the "misalignment" between the needs of a tech startup and its nonprofit parent organization.
According to an ambitious research study published by asset manager and cryptocurrency exchange-traded fund (ETF) issuer VanEck, Bitcoin (BTC) could potentially reach a staggering price of $2.9 million per coin by 2050. The insights come from Matthew Sigel, the firm’s Head of Digital Assets Research, and Senior Investment Analyst Patrick Bush, who have employed a valuation framework based on Bitcoin’s role in two primary total addressable markets: as a medium of exchange (MoE) and as a reserve asset for central banks. VanEck Projects 15% CAGR For Bitcoin In their analysis, Sigel and Bush project a 15% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from Bitcoin’s current levels, which would position the cryptocurrency as a significant player in the global economy. Related Reading: Did Morgan Stanley Orchestrate Bitcoin October Crash? Analysts Draw Correlations The report outlines two structural shifts that they believe will be pivotal for Bitcoin’s appreciation. The first, dubbed the Settlement Pivot, predicts that by 2050, Bitcoin will be responsible for settling between 5% and 10% of global international trade, as well as 5% of domestic trade transactions. The second crucial aspect, referred to as the Reserve Pivot, connects Bitcoin’s potential growth to waning trust in G7 sovereign debt. As confidence in these currencies diminishes, the authors anticipate that central banks might allocate resources toward Bitcoin as a hedge against fiscal instability. Yet, the VanEck report does not stop at a mere base case; it also explores a more optimistic scenario termed the Bull Case. ‘Hyper-Bitcoinization’ In this scenario, known as “hyper-bitcoinization,” if Bitcoin captures 20% of international trade and 10% of domestic GDP, its value could skyrocket to $53.4 million per coin, representing a major 29% CAGR. Achieving this would require Bitcoin to either equal or surpass gold’s status as a primary global reserve asset, making up nearly 30% of financial assets worldwide. Related Reading: GENIUS Act Key Provisions In Spotlight: XRP Attorney Deaton Alerts To Bankers’ Role For context, the report uses a baseline current price of approximately $88,000 when projecting these values. Interestingly, it incorporates a Bear Case target of $130,000, reflecting a modest 2% CAGR. In terms of correlation, VanEck anticipates that Bitcoin will exhibit low to moderate correlation with global equities, bonds, and gold over various market cycles. Notably, they emphasize a persistent negative correlation with the US Dollar (DXY), reinforcing Bitcoin’s potential role as a hedge against monetary debasement. Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView.com
Experts say the next major rally may come only when long-term holders are exhausted, and true institutional capital enters the market.
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Zcash faces developer departures as a new team structure moves ahead with a wallet launch following a governance dispute.
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Polygon is paying $100 million to $125 million for the bitcoin ATM provider, according to one of the sources.
Dogecoin (DOGE) is rebounding strongly alongside the broader meme coin market, which has experienced a notable uptick in Q1 2026. As sentiment surrounding meme coins continues to improve, a crypto analyst suggests that Dogecoin could be positioning for more gains. The analyst notes that Dogecoin’s rapid accumulation signals the potential for a sharp upward sweep in the near term. Dogecoin Accumulation Signals Upward Sweep Crypto market expert Bitguru recently shared a fresh technical outlook on Dogecoin, highlighting how its price structure has consistently changed after months of corrective movement. According to him, a completed liquidity sweep followed by an extended consolidation phase suggests that the market has reset and may be setting up for a bullish continuation. Related Reading: Catalysts That Suggests The Dogecoin Price Rally Could Continue Bitguru explained that Dogecoin’s chart shows price stability after clearing sell-side liquidity between November and December 2025, which pushed out weak holders and created a base for accumulation. The consolidation that continued into 2026 shows lower volatility and steady base building, two conditions the analyst believes are needed before Dogecoin’s next major price move. The chart also illustrates bullish patterns, such as a rounded H cup formation and a continuation phase in the middle of 2025, which helped establish higher price levels before the broader market pullback. Bitguru added that Dogecoin’s recent move back above the key support near $0.14 suggests accumulation is likely completed, as price now starts to tighten and move upward from its base level. He noted that as long as Dogecoin stays above this reclaimed support, the chances of an upward sweep toward higher supply zones increase. The chart also points to potential gains reaching the highlighted green target area between $0.188 and $0.194, which lines up with past resistance levels that have previously limited price movement during the decline. Area That Could Invalidate Upward Sweep Bitguru’s chart also shows the possibility of a price decline despite the rapid increase in accumulation. The red zone on the chart represents a stop-loss or risk area. If Dogecoin falls below the support area around $0.148, it could initiate a drop toward new lows within this risk zone. Related Reading: The Dogecoin Cycle Fractal That Shows Where The Price Is Headed Next If the meme coin’s price dips below the consolidation zone between $0.146 and $0.148, then the analyst’s bullish setup and potential upward sweep could be invalidated. The chart projects a potential decline to the $0.13-$0.11 range, reflecting a decrease of more than 9% from current levels. At the time of writing, the Dogecoin price is trading at $0.143, up more than 18% this week, according to CoinMarketCap data. Although the meme coin is showing clear signs of a recovery from former downtrends, its trading volume is still down by more than 30%. Moreover, DOGE’s price has been unexpectedly volatile recently, dropping by 5% over the past 24 hours. Featured image from Pngtree, chart from Tradingview.com
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VanEck projects Bitcoin could reach $2.9 million by 2050 as adoption grows in global trade and central bank reserves.
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SharpLink (SBET) has deployed $170 million worth of Ethereum for restaking services. The Ethereum treasury company is seeking to earn more rewards from staking and restaking Ethereum through a secure and regulated Anchorage Digital. SharpLink Restake Portion of its $2.7B ETH Position On Thursday, SharpLink announced that it deployed $170 million worth of Ether on …
Zcash (ZEC) suffered the steepest decline among top-tier digital assets on Jan. 8, plunging approximately 20% amid a collision of governance turmoil and a leverage-driven market flush. According to CryptoSlate data, Zcash fell to a month-low of $382, making it the day’s biggest loser on the Top 100 leaderboard. This price performance decoupled violently from […]
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The transaction would give the Japanese exchange operator control of the Canadian asset manager, expanding its presence in regulated investment products.
BlackRock adds $900 million in Bitcoin as long-term holder selling drops to 2017 lows, pointing to early signs of BTC accumulation.
SharpLink's innovative strategy on Linea could set a new standard for institutional ETH management, enhancing yield and network engagement.
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