Bitcoin Price To $100K: Why All Eyes Are On The Short-Term Holders
January 17, 2026 | newsbtc.com
The Bitcoin price resumed its hot start to the new year this week, jumping above the $97,000 mark for the first time since November 2025.

Billionaire George Soros Pours $644,823,000 Into Apple, Amazon and One Stock That Warren Buffett Recently Jumped Into
January 17, 2026 | dailyhodl.com
Billionaire investor George Soros has opened hundreds of millions of dollars in new positions in mega-cap stocks, including Apple (AAPL) and Amazon (AMZN).

Germany flags risks of AI-made Holocaust images on social media
January 17, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Germany has urged social media platforms to curb the spread of false AI-generated holocaust images.

User loses $282M in one of the largest social engineering crypto heists
January 17, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
The crypto user was reportedly deceived by an attacker impersonating Trezor support, tricked into revealing their hardware wallet seed phrase.

Ukraine and Germany target alleged Black Basta hackers in raids
January 17, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Ukraine and German authorities raid homes of suspected Black Basta hackers, seize digital evidence, and place an alleged ringleader on Interpol’s wanted list.

This New Crypto Could Be the Cheapest Opportunity With 550% Potential, Analysts Say
January 17, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
The cheap cryptocurrencies are still appealing to traders that are seeking greater percentage returns into 2026.

Former lawmaker says UK laws fall short in curbing Grok harms
January 17, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
A former UK lawmaker has revealed that the approach of the United Kingdom in terms of its laws will not reduce the harm caused by Grok.

Sonic price prediction 2026-2032: Will S reach $1 soon?
January 17, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Key takeaways: Fantom Integrates to Sonic (S) Chain On March 25, 2024, Fantom CEO Michael Kong announced the launch of the Sonic mainnet following the completion of its testnet.

Ireland flags potential misuse of Grok on X
January 17, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Ireland has expressed concerns over the misuse of X's Grok AI.

XRP Poised To Move On Its Own, Separate From Bitcoin: CEO
January 17, 2026 | newsbtc.com
For a market that usually moves in one direction, some voices are starting to say this time might look a little different.

Bitcoin: Can THIS historic divergence push BTC toward $100K?
January 17, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Macro FUD tests, but Bitcoin HODLs.

Democrats press SEC over dropped crypto lawsuits
January 17, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Democratic lawmakers accuse the SEC of abandoning major crypto enforcement cases, including Ripple, despite favorable court rulings.

COVID March 2020-Style Event Potentially Brewing for Bitcoin: Luke Gromen
January 17, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Macro guru Luke Gromen says a potential COVID March 2020-style market capitulation could rock bitcoin and financial markets in the near future before any sort of liquidity-driven…

Steak ’n Shake makes $10 million Bitcoin purchase for reserves
January 17, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Steak ’n Shake boosts its Strategic Bitcoin Reserve with a $10 million purchase.

California AG orders xAI to halt distribution of deepfake images
January 17, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
California Attorney General Rob Bonta ordered xAI to halt Grok-generated inappropriate deepfakes via a cease-and-desist on Friday.

JPMorgan Chase Issues Data Breach Warning, Says Customers’ Bank Account Numbers and Personal Information Exposed in Third-Party Hack
January 17, 2026 | dailyhodl.com
JPMorgan Chase says a data breach has exposed customers’ sensitive personal and financial information.

Bitcoin Miners Pull Back: Hashrate Drops To 3-Month Low
January 17, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
On-chain data shows the Bitcoin mining Hashrate has declined to its lowest level since October as miners continue to decommission farms.

Surge In XRP Transactions: 1.45 Million Daily Users Could Signal Price Rally Ahead, Says Expert
January 17, 2026 | newsbtc.com
Recent reports indicate that XRP has reached an almost six-month high in daily transactions, marking a pivotal moment for the cryptocurrency as it exhibits increasing adoption…

South Korea Advances Tokenized Securities Framework Amid Crypto Regulation Push
January 17, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
As South Korea intensifies its push for crypto regulation, lawmakers have advanced a bill to establish a legal framework for issuing and trading security token offerings (STOs)…

Altcoin season odds – Some promise, but look out for THESE volatility risks!
January 17, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
High long/short ratio of many altcoins, including large-cap assets, might be a warning sign for buyers.

Buterin says 2026 will mark Ethereum’s push to reclaim privacy
January 17, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Vitalik Buterin says 2026 will be the year Ethereum restores self-sovereignty, decentralization, and user privacy.

Ripple vs Digitap ($TAP): How $2.16 XRP lost the payments race to $TAP this January
January 17, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
XRP at $2.16 is still a leading altcoin to buy for the payments trade, but…

Top Crypto to Buy Under $0.05 for 2026 Upside Potential
January 17, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Cryptocurrencies with low prices have also gained significant interest as traders intend to pursue greater percentage gains into 2026.

Google appeals court ruling that found search monopoly
January 17, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Google has asked a U.S.

BTCC exchange surpasses $5 billion in annual tokenized gold trading as Q4 volume soars 809% over Q1 in 2025
January 17, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
BTCC, the world’s longest-serving crypto exchange, has announced that it has crossed the $5 billion…

New World Order: Canada Sides With China in Economic Pivot Away From the US
January 17, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
In its recent visit to China, Canada’s Prime Minister Mike Carney reached a series of agreements that seek to forge a commercial alliance between the two countries.

Analyzing if crypto can hold despite ‘5% chance’ of a Fed rate cut
January 17, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
With inflation falling and the January 2026 FOMC meeting approaching, the Fed's cautious stance left rate cuts unlikely.

CRYPTO Act Proposal: Unlicensed Operations In New York Could Lead To 15 Years In Prison
January 17, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
On Thursday, a new legislation was proposed in New York that aims to impose additional regulations on digital asset firms.

XRP To Repeat Its 2017 Playbook? Analyst Forecasts 1,250% Expansion
January 17, 2026 | newsbtc.com
While XRP retests a crucial support area, some analysts have suggested that the altcoin is preparing for a massive expansion in the coming months, as a potential trend reversal…

White House threatens to pull support for crypto bill after Coinbase standoff: Report
January 17, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Coinbase withdrew support for the CLARITY Act, warning the draft would restrict DeFi, ban tokenized equities and eliminate stablecoin rewards.

Elon Musk once backed a $10 billion OpenAI ICO, internal notes show
January 17, 2026 | coindesk.com
Internal OpenAI call notes show Elon Musk agreed to explore an ICO with a for-profit arm in early 2018, but later dropped the idea and exited the organization.

ETH price hits $3.4K, but pro traders are not bullish yet: Here’s why
January 17, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
ETH price cooled down from its recent rally as US macroeconomic factors, reduced DApps activity and falling fees impact traders’ use of Ether derivatives.

Optimism price prediction 2026–2032: Will OP token gain momentum?
January 17, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Key takeaways: Optimism’s (OP) commitment to innovation is highlighted by its support for Layer-3 solutions.

UDAX debuts after a six-week pilot cohort at Berkeley
January 17, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Ripple and the University of California, Berkeley have jointly unveiled a new accelerator program to help developers turn early-stage blockchain ideas into deployable products on…

Polygon smart contracts under attack, but the real danger may be just starting!
January 17, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Blockchain abuse on the rise - How attackers are exploiting smart…

Bitcoin Short-Term Holders Take Profits: 41,800 BTC Sent To Exchanges
January 17, 2026 | newsbtc.com
On-chain data shows Bitcoin short-term holders have transferred a large amount of tokens to exchanges alongside the asset’s recovery rally.

Belarus Opens Door To Crypto Banks With New Presidential Decree
January 17, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
Belarus took a major step on January 16, 2026, when President Aleksandr Lukashenko signed Decree No.

White House is angry over Coinbase’s surprise withdrawal 
January 17, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
The White House is threatening to withdraw its backing for the Senate Committee’s crypto market structure bill, meant to go on vote last Thursday.

Jim Cramer said chip stocks are rising because companies lack the equipment needed to expand production
January 17, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Jim Cramer says chip stocks are going up because companies can’t build new chips fast enough. Not because they don’t want to. They literally don’t have the tools.

The Death of the Altseason: Why the 2025 Cycle Never Happened
January 17, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
In 2025, bitcoin reached historic highs but the expected “altseason” never materialized.

Powell breaks protocol as Trump pressure escalates
January 17, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
The Trump administration recently renewed its fight with the Federal Reserve with a criminal investigation against chairman Jerome Powell that has revived memories of the 1970s…

Trump is weighing an executive action to cap credit card interest rates at 10%
January 17, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
President Donald Trump is weighing an executive action to cap credit card interest rates as Congress remains stuck.

XRP Social Interest Explodes To Rival The Likes Of Bitcoin – Details
January 17, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
XRP is in the center of crypto conversations, with social interest on X rising to levels that now rival Bitcoin.

Bitcoin Flashes Near-Identical Fractal Before The 2021 Bull Run Started
January 17, 2026 | newsbtc.com
Bitcoin may be replaying a market structure that historically preceded one of its most powerful rallies.

OpenAI expands testing and keeps paid plans ad‑free
January 17, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Ads are officially coming to ChatGPT. OpenAI said on Friday it will begin testing ads inside chatbot responses for free users in the U.S. and those on its new $8 Go plan.

Sacrificing Ethereum’s values for mainstream adoption must stop now: Buterin
January 17, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Vitalik Buterin wants improved private payments, easier running of full nodes, decentralized apps that don’t rely on centralized services, and more on-chain privacy.

Ethereum and Solana boost tokenization growth
January 17, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Tokenized assets now rank as the fastest-growing frontier in the crypto industry, driven by the influx of financial institutions.

Here’s what happened in crypto today
January 17, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Need to know what happened in crypto today?

XRP Burn Rate: Here’s How Many Coins Are Gone Forever
January 17, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
XRP’s huge circulating supply is always a point of discussion among many market participants.

Coinbase CEO Claims Big Banks Are Aiming To ‘Kill Competition’ With Latest Crypto Market Bill Draft
January 17, 2026 | newsbtc.com
Cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase (COIN) recently retracted its support for the latest iteration of the crypto market structure bill, known as the CLARITY Act, just 24 hours…

Here’s why Humanity Protocol’s (H) market is shaky despite 10% rally
January 17, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Volume, Open Interest, social buzz, and holder growth have all fueled H's rally.

Deal Done: Strive Closes Semler Acquisition, Expands Treasury to 12,798 Bitcoin
January 17, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Strive’s acquisition of Semler vaults the firm into the top tier of corporate bitcoin holders, amassing nearly 12,800 bitcoin as it accelerates an aggressive treasury strategy…

Armstrong identifies several risks associated with the recently shared Senate Banking draft
January 17, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong said a new Senate bill could hurt crypto and stop Americans from earning interest on stablecoins.

Kalshi odds of Elon Musk winning his case against OpenAI surge after private notes reveal for-profit intent
January 17, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
The case highlights potential conflicts between nonprofit missions and financial ambitions, impacting trust in tech organizations' integrity.

A New Bitcoin Market Regime: Spot Absorption Offsets Futures Noise
January 17, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
Bitcoin is facing a critical test as bulls try to push price above a key resistance zone, hoping to confirm that the recent rebound has real traction.

From RLUSD to whales – Here’s how Ripple is building XRP’s long-term case
January 17, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Is Ripple steering XRP holders towards long-term HODLing?

XRP Breakout Possible Before The Weekend, Expert Says
January 17, 2026 | newsbtc.com
XRP could be approaching an inflection point as a closely watched chart pattern tightens into its apex and broader “risk-on” signals in equities flash green, according to XRPL…

White House threatens to withdraw support for crypto bill after Coinbase move, calling it a rug pull on the industry
January 17, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
The withdrawal of White House support could destabilize crypto market regulations, impacting industry trust and future legislative efforts.

JustLend DAO Completes Second JST Buyback and Burn, Removing Nearly 11% of Total Supply
January 17, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Singapore January 16, 2026 — JustLend DAO, TRON’s premier decentralized lending platform, announced the completion of a second buyback and burn of its JST token,…

Interactive Brokers Launches 24/7 Stablecoin Funding for 170 Markets
January 17, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Interactive Brokers is opening always-on global funding by letting clients deposit stablecoins around the clock, cutting cross-border friction, speeding market access, and…

Crypto bank Anchorage Digital eyes $400M raise with IPO in sight: Report
January 17, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Being the first federally chartered bank, Anchorage is looking to become a leading stablecoin issuer in 2026, with plans to double the size of its stablecoin team this year.

PEPE Price Could Soar 3,000% If The Bottom Is In; Analyst Explains
January 17, 2026 | newsbtc.com
As meme coins posted sharp rebounds earlier this year, PEPE also rallied, delivering notable gains.

Bitcoin demand outpaces issuance by 6x – Is this a scarcity-driven expansion?
January 17, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Bitcoin's market structure is in a tricky position right now.

Ripple Strengthens Market Infrastructure With $150M Investment In LMAX – What This Means For XRP
January 17, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
The year 2026 is turning out to be a promising and exciting one, especially for Ripple, as the leading payment firm continues to carry out strategic moves to bolster operations…

Stablecoins Could Drain Trillions From Bank Deposits: Bank of America Flags $6T Risk That Could Redefine Lending
January 17, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Stablecoin growth could siphon trillions from U.S.

Anchorage Digital looks to raise up to $400M ahead of potential 2027 IPO
January 17, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Anchorage Digital's fundraising and potential IPO could significantly impact the competitive landscape of crypto financial services.

Google bets on fiber as AI demand soars
January 17, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Google is teaming up with Radiate to expand its fiber-optic internet service.

Binance Founder Shares Thoughts On Bitcoin Price Reaching $200,000
January 17, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
Binance founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ) believes that the Bitcoin price could still reach $200,000.

2025 Crypto Boom Backed By $50 Billion In Treasury Firm Purchases
January 17, 2026 | newsbtc.com
According to CoinGecko’s annual report, crypto treasury companies were among the year’s biggest buyers even as prices fell.

Memecore price prediction – Traders can watch out for these key breakout levels!
January 17, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Swing traders can be cautiously bullish on M, but keep an eye on the $1.44-$1.50 demand zone.

New Crypto at $0.04 Named Top Altcoin Alternative to Volatile Cardano (ADA), Should You Buy Today?
January 17, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
While Cardano (ADA) remains volatile, investors are seeking new investment opportunities that not only offer practical DeFi use cases but are also in the early stages of…

Anchorage Digital eyes $200M-$400M fundraising ahead of potential IPO
January 17, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Anchorage Digital plans to raise $200–$400 million ahead of a potential IPO next year.

ICP price prediction 2026-2032: Is ICP a good investment?
January 17, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Key takeaways: Internet Computer (ICP) is a groundbreaking blockchain network developed by the DFINITY Foundation.

The October Flush Is Over: Grayscale Says Deleveraging No Longer Pressuring Crypto Valuations
January 17, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Crypto prices are shedding October’s leverage overhang, with Grayscale seeing derivatives stability, easing supply pressure, and strengthening fundamentals that leave the market…

Zuckerberg's Threads starts 2026 ahead of Musk's X in user count
January 17, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Meta’s text-based social media platform Threads has outpaced its main competitor, X, which was previously known as Twitter.

DOJ didn't sell Bitcoin forfeited from Samourai case: White House advisor
January 17, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Selling the Bitcoin would have violated President Donald Trump’s Executive Order 14233, which mandates that any Bitcoin obtained through criminal or civil forfeiture “shall not…

Ethereum Exchange Outflows Signal Supply Is Stepping Back
January 17, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
Ethereum is struggling to push above critical supply levels after a brief surge above $3,300, as the market attempts to stabilize following weeks of sustained selling pressure.

Ethereum Caught Between Weak Flows And Strong Fundamentals — What This Means
January 17, 2026 | newsbtc.com
Ethereum finds itself in an unusual position where the fundamentals are strengthening, but capital flows remain hesitant.

Trump Shifts on Fed Pick as Hassett Odds Fade: Who Will Replace Powell?
January 16, 2026 | beincrypto.com
President Donald Trump publicly signaled hesitation about moving Kevin Hassett to the Federal Reserve, casting doubt on Hassett’s chances to succeed Jerome Powell as Fed…

XRP Reclaims Its Footing as Ripple Expands Real-World Use Cases, Setting Stage for Next Move
January 16, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
XRP steadied after defending key support, signaling easing selling pressure as the token consolidates from recent highs, with technical momentum stabilizing and Ripple ecosystem…

The Ethereum MACD Crossover That Could Lead To A Massive Bull Wave
January 16, 2026 | newsbtc.com
Ethereum is showing bullish technical strength, with momentum indicators beginning to tilt back in favor of buyers.

AAVE slips to $173 – Can $1.9M whale buy trigger a rebound?
January 16, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
AAVE battles bulls and bears; momentum targets $194 if demand holds, support rests near $168.

Bitcoin Smart Money Buys, While Retail Dumps: Why The Latest Rally Looks Well-Founded
January 16, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
A few days ago, the price of Bitcoin experienced a bounce after weeks of trading below the $91,000 mark.

Anchorage Digital could raise up to $400 million as IPO rumors swirl: Bloomberg
January 16, 2026 | theblock.co
Market onlookers have long speculated that Anchorage, the first federally chartered digital asset bank, was considering going public.

Vitalik Buterin declares 2026 the year Ethereum reverses ‘backsliding’ of self-sovereignty and trustlessness
January 16, 2026 | theblock.co
Buterin said major improvements are underway to make it easier to run a full node, use dapps, and take control over personal data.

Trump White House confirms forfeited Samourai Wallet BTC were never sold
January 16, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
The Executive Director of the President’s Council of Advisors for Digital Assets has confirmed on X that no government BTC was sold, despite recent reports.

Poisoning scam attackers strike again as victim loses $500K
January 16, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
A crypto user lost over $500,000 in USDT after falling victim to an address poisoning attack on the Ethereum blockchain.

Best Passive Income Play for January 2026: $177 Aave Lending vs Digitap ($TAP) 124% Staking
January 16, 2026 | bravenewcoin.com
Aave’s price action has settled into a familiar pattern.

The state of digital asset treasury companies with The Ether Machine and OranjeBTC
January 16, 2026 | theblock.co
Oranje and The Ether Machine execs discuss DAT business models, premium dynamics, and why only well-managed treasury companies will survive.

DeFi leaders voice concerns amid market structure bill‘s uncertain future
January 16, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Many in the industry expect it could be weeks before lawmakers on the Senate Banking Committee return to consider a markup for the CLARITY Act.

Ripple CEO Comments On Latest CPI Data – Here’s What He Said
January 16, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse has commented on the latest CPI data, which shows that inflation has remained steady in the U.S.

Monero Triggers Retail Alert That Preceded ZEC And DASH Drops As Privacy Coin Hype Returns
January 16, 2026 | newsbtc.com
Monero (XMR), one of crypto’s most established privacy-focused assets, has exploded higher to start 2026, delivering one of the strongest moves in the market over the past few…

Next Crypto to Explode: This Rising Token Is Being Compared to Solana (SOL) at $5
January 16, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
As the market looks for the next crypto to explode, investors have started to draw comparisons between Mutuum Finance (MUTM) and Solana (SOL).

U.S. government confirms it did not sell Bitcoin seized from Samourai Wallet
January 16, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
The U.S.

Bull, base or bear? Three possible paths for crypto in 2026
January 16, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
In a recent interview, Aaron Arnold of Altcoin Daily broke down his crypto market outlook for 2026, drawing parallels with past market cycles and outlining bull, base and bear…

Belarus Moves to Legalize Crypto Banks, Kickstarts Hybrid Financial System
January 16, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Belarus’ President Alexander Lukashenko signed a decree on Friday, legalizing the existence of crypto banks.

Michael Saylor pushes back on criticism of Bitcoin treasury companies
January 16, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Speaking on the What Bitcoin Did podcast, Strategy chairman Michael Saylor pushed back against criticism of companies issuing equity or debt to buy Bitcoin.

Forfeited Bitcoin Linked To Samourai Case Not Sold, Confirms White House Crypto Advisor
January 16, 2026 | newsbtc.com
Recent allegations regarding the Bitcoin (BTC) sale by the US Marshal Service (USMS) — operating under the Department of Justice (DOJ) — have been addressed by White House crypto…

CLARITY Act Becomes Battle Over Who Controls Onchain Dollar Yield as Banks and Crypto Clash
January 16, 2026 | bravenewcoin.com
The Digital Asset Market Clarity (CLARITY) Act has transformed into a high-stakes fight over who gets to control yield on US dollar stablecoins.

Etherealize co-founders: ETH will hit $15,000 by 2027
January 16, 2026 | coindesk.com
Etherealize co-founders Vivek Raman and Danny Ryan believe Ethereum is exiting a regulatory "purgatory" to become the premiere destination for Wall Street.