Crypto bulls who have theorized that bitcoin can't begin rising until money flows out of red-hot precious metals are about to find out if they were correct.
Technical charts tilt toward further downside for Bitcoin and altcoins if BTC’s critical $80,000 fails to hold. Does data suggest that bulls are buying the dips?
Kazakhstan's crypto reserve initiative could enhance its financial stability and position as a regional crypto hub, influencing global crypto policies.
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The crypto market had been moving sideways as investor attention shifted toward gold and silver. However, after precious metals pulled back from their highs, risk assets were expected to see some relief. Instead, selling pressure intensified across markets. Bitcoin slipped to intraday lows near $81,000, dragging broader crypto sentiment lower. Dogecoin price has also come …
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Ripple’s new stablecoin rollout has put a bright spotlight on a simple fact: most RLUSD is living on Ethereum right now. That imbalance has stirred worry among long-time XRP supporters. Some feel the company’s heart might be shifting away from the ledger that gave it a base. Others say the move is practical and short-term. Related Reading: Bitcoin’s Slide To $82K Sets Off A $1.7 Billion Chain Reaction Exchange Rollouts And Technical Gaps According to Luke Judges, Ripple’s Global Partner Success Lead, the choice of which chain goes live first often comes down to plumbing — the systems exchanges already run. He told followers that Ripple talks about XRPL every time it speaks with an exchange, and that many trading platforms have promised to add XRPL support. Still, existing tools on Ethereum can make listings happen faster. That speed matters when liquidity and market access are the goals. What The On-Chain Numbers Show Reports note RLUSD’s circulating supply sits at roughly $1.45 billion across both chains. About $1.11 billion of that amount is on Ethereum, leaving around $337 million on XRPL. That split — roughly 77% on Ethereum — is a big part of why people worry. Numbers are blunt. They shape how investors react, and they shape headlines. When a major exchange launches support only on one chain, the signaled path is hard to ignore. Community Reaction And Company Tone Binance’s decision to enable RLUSD trading first on Ethereum raised the heat. Many XRP fans saw that as proof of a preference. Judges answered that some launches are a function of readiness, not preference. To ensure complete clarity: the RLUSD team consistently prioritizes the XRPL in every centralised exchange engagement. While some exchanges may complete their Ethereum technical integration first, simply because they have existing infrastructure for that network, making it a… — LJ (@luke_judges) January 29, 2026 He used plain language and made a short, clear point: Ripple “loves” XRP and the ledger it runs on. That line was meant to calm nerves. It did, for some. Others remain skeptical because commitments on paper do not always match activity on the ground. What Comes Next For XRPL What will settle this argument is data. If trading activity, transfers, and custody flows begin to move onto XRPL in meaningful ways, perception will shift. If XRPL volumes stay small, the worry will grow. Exchanges can keep their promises. They can also delay. Some technical work will be needed on both sides to make the experience as smooth for XRPL users as it is for those on Ethereum. Related Reading: Gold, Silver Steal The Spotlight As Crypto Hype Fades On Social Media: Santiment Ripple’s message, at least for now, is meant to be simple and firm. Judges pushed back on the idea that his comments were an apology, saying there was nothing to walk back. He framed the statement as a response to noise, not a change in direction. “We love XRP and XRPL” was not offered as a slogan, but as a reminder of where Ripple says its roots still sit. Whether that sentiment carries weight will depend less on words and more on how quickly XRPL sees real growth tied to RLUSD in the months ahead. Featured image from Unsplash, chart from TradingView
A wave of leveraged liquidations erased hundreds of billions in value, reshuffling Bitcoin’s standing among the world’s largest investable assets.
An official said that Hong Kong authorities would work on a draft framework, and had begun processing license applications for stablecoin issuers and addressing crypto taxes.
A new special purpose acquisition vehicle (SPAC) tied to crypto exchange Kraken completed its IPO, raising $345 million.
Despite crypto’s promise of faster, cheaper transactions, the payments giants aren’t buying the stablecoin pitch, at least not in developed markets.
Stablecoin rewards and the Clarity Act widen the divide between crypto and TradFi, according to people who spoke with the WSJ.
A single wallet roundtripped $142.5 million in unrealized profit on Hyperliquid, peaking on Jan. 13 before collapsing to a negative $8.76 million loss as of Jan. 29. Meanwhile, all of this was visible in real time through public dashboards. The trader built a reputation during October 2025's historic liquidation wave and now operates under a […]
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As the Union Budget 2026 approaches, India’s crypto tax regime is facing renewed scrutiny after fresh data showed that nearly half of crypto investors ended FY25 with losses, yet many still paid taxes due to the structure of capital gains rules and transaction-level deductions. A new report by KoinX, titled India’s Crypto Tax Story 2025, …
Copper-linked RWAs remain small in absolute value, yet recent data points are turning heads. On Solana chain, Remora Markets’ Copper rMetal (CPERr) reached an ATH near $619,433 in late January, coinciding with a surge in trading activity. This shift places tokenized copper demand on the radar. Tokenization themes extend beyond precious metals Tokenization has re-emerged …
Gold and silver extended losses after record highs as profit taking and a stronger dollar drove a deep correction across metals.
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Crypto analyst Javon Marks has released a fresh update on Dogecoin (DOGE), continuing a price analysis he has consistently shared on X since earlier last year. His latest update focuses on a resistance level currently holding Dogecoin back from a 402% rally, which could trigger a move to its next bullish target. Key Resistance Level Limits Dogecoin’s Upside Potential According to Marks, Dogecoin is holding above a key “resisting trend break” that was established following a prolonged downtrend. This level is important because the price has not fallen below it, indicating that the meme coin’s breakout structure remains intact. As long as this resistance holds, the analyst believes Dogecoin still has the potential for a significant upside move. Related Reading: Dogecoin Roadblock At $0.15: Analyst Predicts The Next Major Level Marks has highlighted $0.6533 as the critical resistance level that stands between Dogecoin and its next price rally. The analyst has said that the meme coin’s price is currently 402% below this key resistance, suggesting that DOGE’s price can only begin a substantial upward movement if it can rally as high as that. Until then, gains will likely remain limited or short-lived. One major reason Marks believes Dogecoin’s bullish structure remains uncompromised is that the meme coin continues to form higher lows on the chart. These higher lows indicate that recent selling pressure and price declines have been unable to push Dogecoin back to previous downside levels. The analyst notes that as long as this pattern persists, a move toward the $0.6533 target could simply be a matter of time. The chart also shows that Dogecoin has already confirmed a shift in structure by forming multiple higher highs after breaking the long-term descending trendline. This combination of higher highs and higher lows is typically associated with bullish market conditions. However, price must still overcome the $0.6533 resistance to validate the meme coin’s next bullish run. Marks has predicted that if Dogecoin successfully breaks above $0.6533, its next target could be $1.25111. In his previous analysis, the analyst consistently highlighted this target, noting each time that Dogecoin’s price was much closer to the $0.6533 resistance than it is now. This also indicates that, since his earlier updates, Dogecoin has continued to decline. Despite this prolonged correction, Marks remains confident in the meme coin’s bullish potential and its ability to cross the $1 threshold. Dogecoin Shows Signs Of Stabilization After Recent Drop Crypto analyst Bitguru has observed that Dogecoin may be forming a base following a recent liquidity grab. He said that the cryptocurrency has been compressing near lows and printing a long consolidation range after experiencing a sharp price decline. Related Reading: Dogecoin Price Just Confirmed A Reversal With The RSI Divergence This pattern often signals that selling pressure is fading and the market is quietly resetting. With Dogecoin now showing signs of stabilization, Bitguru’s chart shows that, once the consolidation stage ends, DOGE’s price could surge from $0.11 to $0.20. Featured image from Pixabay, chart from Tradingview.com
The conditional approval moves the Latin American fintech into the bank organization phase as it seeks to expand regulated banking and crypto services in the United States.
Anthony Pompliano argues that deflation, not inflation, is Bitcoin’s real headwind and explains why institutions are racing to absorb crypto into legacy finance.
Warsh's potential leadership could integrate Bitcoin into monetary policy, influencing global financial systems and digital currency adoption.
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The former Federal Reserve governor has invested in crypto firms, criticized bitcoin’s role as money and argued for a U.S. digital dollar.
NinjaTrader’s European launch builds on Kraken’s broader expansion into regulated derivatives infrastructure across the region.
Ethereum has slipped below the $2,800 level and is now struggling to hold the $2,700 area, extending a phase of price weakness amid fragile market conditions. Recent price action shows limited follow-through on rebounds. With sellers continuing to cap upside attempts as broader risk appetite remains uneven. While spot momentum has softened, on-chain data suggests a more nuanced picture beneath the surface. Related Reading: XRP Risk-Adjusted Returns Signal Consolidation Rather Than Trend Formation – Details The realized price of the ETH accumulation address continues to trend higher and is now approaching the current market price. This dynamic indicates that accumulation activity has not stalled despite the drawdown. In practice, a rising realized price reflects coins being acquired at progressively higher cost bases, signaling continued participation from long-term buyers rather than capitulation. Importantly, this realized price zone has historically acted as a strong support level for accumulation whales. Notably, this price range has never been broken in prior tests. Each prior interaction with the realized price of the accumulation coincided with stabilization rather than an accelerated downside. Reinforcing its relevance as a structural reference. While this does not guarantee immediate upside or prevent short-term volatility, it provides context for the current consolidation near $2,700. Whale Cost Basis Emerges as Key Support A recent report from CryptoQuant explains that Ethereum has declined to around $2,682, a level that aligns closely with the realized price of the ETH accumulation address. This metric tracks the average cost basis of long-term accumulators. It provides a key reference point to assess where committed buyers stand. Historically, the realized price of accumulation addresses has acted as a strong structural support, particularly during corrective phases. When market price converges toward this level, it often reflects a transition from speculative selling to absorption by longer-term holders. In the current context, this zone is actively providing support, with price stabilizing rather than accelerating lower despite broader market pressure. CryptoQuant data also shows that whale accumulation remains active. Large holders continue to add ETH near these levels, suggesting confidence in this cost basis and reinforcing its role as a defended price zone. This behavior contrasts with distribution patterns typically seen near market tops, where realized prices flatten or decline as long-term holders reduce exposure. As long as the accumulation cohort maintains its position and does not begin to distribute, the probability of sustained downside below this level remains limited. Strong whale buying anchors price action near $2,680, establishing a meaningful support zone even as short-term volatility persists. Related Reading: Bitmine Stakes Additional 250,912 Ethereum Worth $745M – 61% Is Now Staked Ethereum Tests Long-Term Demand Ethereum’s price action continues to reflect a market under pressure. ETH is now trading around the $2,700–$2,750 zone after failing to hold above the $3,000 psychological level. The chart shows a clear sequence of lower highs and lower lows since the November peak, confirming that the broader trend remains corrective rather than impulsive. ETH is trading below its short- and medium-term moving averages. With the 50-day and 100-day averages acting as dynamic resistance on recent rebounds. The 200-day moving average, still trending higher above $3,500, highlights the loss of long-term momentum and reinforces the idea that the market has shifted into a consolidation-to-distribution phase rather than a continuation of the prior uptrend. Importantly, the $2,700 area aligns closely, driven by panic selling but rather by a lack of aggressive follow-through under pressure since December, suggesting the presence of structurally committed buyers. Volume has declined during recent sell-offs. This indicates that downside moves are not being driven by panic selling, but rather by a lack of aggressive follow-through from buyers. Related Reading: Ethereum Leverage Remains At Record High: What Happens Next? As long as ETH holds above the $2,650–$2,70signal a deeper retracement, whereasemain range-bound, with volatility compressing. A decisive breakdown below this zone would open the door to a deeper retracement, while stabilization here would support the case for base-building rather than trend continuation. Featured image from ChatGPT, chart from TradingView.com
Ethereum is facing renewed downside pressure after breaking below the $2,700 level, reigniting concerns over a deeper correction. The second-largest cryptocurrency has now lost more than 7% in a single day and is down over 40% from recent highs, reflecting a broader shift toward risk-off sentiment across crypto markets. Market liquidity remains thin, institutional demand …
While the crypto market is sinking to its lowest today, the US lawmakers and the White House are moving closer to a deal to avert a partial government shutdown, offering a measure of relief to markets after a turbulent week. Senate leaders confirmed that a bipartisan framework is in place, though the agreement still requires …
Ethereum's most infamous experiment is back. Not as a venture fund, but as something the ecosystem arguably needs more: a permanent security budget. On Jan. 29, a group of Ethereum veterans announced plans to convert roughly 75,000 ETH in decade-old recovery funds into a staked endowment whose yield will finance smart contract security work across […]
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A senior executive at Ripple has said that expectations for XRP reaching $100 should be viewed with caution, arguing that large price jumps become less likely as crypto assets mature. David Schwartz, made the comments while responding to questions from XRP holders comparing XRP’s future price potential with Bitcoin’s early rise. Focus on Multiples, Not …
The conventional wisdom on Trump's pick for Fed chair says he's a hawk. Stanley Druckenmiller, who made billions fading conventional wisdom, suggests that's not necessarily so.
Washington is edging closer to a landmark crypto framework, though disputes over DeFi and stablecoin rewards risk pushing final passage beyond 2026.
Amboss has unveiled RailsX, a Lightning-native platform designed to enable peer-to-peer bitcoin and stablecoin swaps.