Which predictions landed this year? One ignored model actually nailed the 2025 market cycle
January 01, 2026 | cryptoslate.com
At the start of 2025, crypto's biggest names issued bold forecasts: Bitcoin to $200,000, Ethereum to $7,000, a US strategic reserve, and stablecoins going mainstream.

Crypto mining is officially legal in Turkmenistan, but everyday use is off-limits
January 01, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Turkmenistan's crypto regulation may boost innovation and economic growth but limits everyday crypto use, impacting broader digital adoption.

Missed Dogecoin (DOGE)? This New Crypto is Catching Investor Attention 
January 01, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
If you missed the early Dogecoin (DOGE) rallies that made late-comers wish they had bought early, there’s Mutuum Finance (MUTM), a new crypto on the radar that’s capturing…

Bitcoin RSI demands breakout as exec says 'RIP' to 4-year BTC price cycle
January 01, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Bitcoin entered a "new era" as the 2025 yearly candle closed red, said analysis, with BTC price volatility signals firing into the new year.

From Bybit to GMX: The 10 biggest crypto hacks of 2025
January 01, 2026 | theblock.co
Crypto thefts topped $2.2 billion in 2025, on par with last year’s total, as attackers exploited a range of blockchain vulnerabilities.

XRP’s supply squeeze builds despite $1B escrow release – Here’s why!
January 01, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Bullish derivatives positioning faces a reality check as $1 billion in XRP supply unlocks.

Crypto Exchange Korbit Fined $1.90 Million By South Korean Regulators
January 01, 2026 | newsbtc.com
South Korea’s top money-laundering watchdog has slapped crypto exchange Korbit with a fine worth about ₩2.73 billion, or roughly $1.90 million, after finding widespread lapses in…

XRP Whales Add $3.6 Billion as Bullish Divergence Returns
January 01, 2026 | beincrypto.com
XRP price is down about 1.1% in the last 24 hours and still carries an 8.8% loss over the past 30 days.

Crypto’s 2026 investment playbook: Bitcoin, stablecoin infrastructure, tokenized assets
January 01, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
After a volatile 2025, investors are rethinking crypto cycles.

Is the Bitcoin Four-Year Cycle Broken After 2025’s Unexpected Finish?
January 01, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Bitcoin’s long-observed four-year market cycle is facing renewed skepticism after the asset closed 2025 lower than it opened, a first for a post-halving year.

XRP Supply On Exchanges Crash To 8-Year Lows, But Why Is Price Still Below $2?
January 01, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
XRP is reportedly showing signs of tightening supply, with exchange balances falling to levels not seen in years.

Top Crypto Should You Consider Investing in Before 2026, Experts Explain
January 01, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
When momentum is usually lost and crypto markets shift direction. Bitcoin has reversed the recent peaks. Ether has failed to trade above critical levels.

Happy New Year, Mark Cuban: Judge dismisses lawsuit over Voyager Digital
January 01, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
The class-action suit, filed against Cuban and others in August 2022 shortly after Voyager filed for bankruptcy, alleged “false representations and other deceptive…

UK Bitcoin treasury B HODL acquires additional Bitcoin, total holdings top 158 BTC
January 01, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
B HODL's increased Bitcoin holdings highlight a strategic commitment to leveraging cryptocurrency for long-term financial growth and network utility.

Shock $74B emergency bank loan on NYE just revived the dark “COVID cover-up” secret bailout theory
January 01, 2026 | cryptoslate.com
On the last trading days of the year, the kind of chart that almost nobody outside finance ever looks at started yelling again.

Crypto Crystal Ball 2026: Are We Headed for Bitcoin and Crypto Winter?
January 01, 2026 | decrypt.co
Bitcoin at $200,000? Massive volatility?

$1.43 Sui vs. Digitap ($TAP): Why $TAP is the Best Crypto Presale 2026 Choice
January 01, 2026 | bravenewcoin.com
Sui’s decline has become increasingly difficult to ignore as capital becomes more selective across the cryptocurrency market.

3 Crypto Futures Trading Mistakes That 2025 Brutally Exposed
January 01, 2026 | beincrypto.com
The year 2025 will be remembered as the moment crypto futures trading stopped being a theoretical risk and became a measurable systemic failure.

Trust Wallet browser extension knocked offline by Chrome Store 'bug,' CEO says
January 01, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
The Trust Wallet update includes a feature to help victims of the $7 million Christmas hack submit reimbursement claims for lost funds.

Markets could gain 12–15% in 2026, but volatility is likely first
January 01, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Financial experts are making their predictions for the coming year, and while the outlook includes possible profits for investors, they’re also flagging serious bumps that…

$1.6 Trillion Asset Manager Goes Deep Into XRP, Shares Reason Behind The Move
January 01, 2026 | newsbtc.com
A major institutional player in global finance has made its position on XRP clear, placing the cryptocurrency at the center of its digital asset strategy.

Crypto VC funding rebounds in 2025, jumping to nearly $40B after two-year slump
January 01, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Crypto VC-backed fundraising expanded in 2025, with larger late-stage deals and undisclosed rounds.

Vitalik Buterin on the two goals Ethereum must meet to become the ‘world computer’
January 01, 2026 | coindesk.com
After major technical gains in 2025, Buterin says the network must double down on usability and decentralization to meet its original goals.

Crypto ETFs head into 2026 with regulatory tailwinds as issuers brace for a crowded year ahead
January 01, 2026 | theblock.co
Bullish forecasts for ETF-led demand growth clash with warnings that many products may struggle to attract lasting assets.

Key Bitcoin Futures Policymaker Makes Comeback At CFTC
January 01, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
According to a CFTC press release, Amir Zaidi has been named Chief of Staff at the US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), effective December 31, 2025.

El Salvador goes all-in on Bitcoin and AI: What does it mean for BTC’s future?
January 01, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
El Salvador reaffirmed its Bitcoin strategy by committing fully to Bitcoin and artificial intelligence leadership.

Dogecoin Forms Bullish Double Bottom Pattern But Here is Why Mutuum Finance Beats It as The Next Crypto To Explode
January 01, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Dogecoin has formed a double bottom around the $0.12 level, which is an indication of possible bullish strength in the meme coin.

Canton Price Breaks Out, Yet Two Metrics Question A Clean Run To $0.34
January 01, 2026 | beincrypto.com
Canton Coin (CC) broke out from its cup-and-handle neckline and entered price discovery, as predicted.

Bitcoin “died” four times in 2025, but a hidden infrastructure boom proves the skeptics completely wrong
January 01, 2026 | cryptoslate.com
2025 delivered at least four distinct “crypto is dead” episodes: a January AI-induced flash crash, the October tariff liquidation that erased $19 billion in leveraged…

Hyperliquid Explained: A Deep Dive Into the Perp DEX That Reshaped Crypto in 2025
January 01, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Hyperliquid didn’t rely on hype cycles or marketing blitzes to break into the spotlight—it engineered its way into relevance, forcing the crypto industry to reassess how far…

Bittensor price prediction 2026–2032: Is TAO a good investment?
January 01, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Key takeaways: Bittensor is one of the most renowned AI-facilitated decentralized networks that promotes blockchain and artificial intelligence infusion.

Bitmine reaches 461,504 staked Ethereum worth nearly $1.4B: On-chain data
January 01, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Bitmine's increased Ethereum staking could significantly impact the crypto market, enhancing network security and influencing staking dynamics.

Digitap ($TAP) vs. $1.86 XRP: Which is the Best Crypto Presale January Winner?
January 01, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
As the crypto market settles into the early months of the year, investor behavior begins…

Dogecoin Mirrors AMD’s Setup From Last Year, Analyst Claims
January 01, 2026 | newsbtc.com
Dogecoin’s pullback is starting to look like a setup, not a breakdown, at least according to crypto analyst Cantonese Cat (@cantonmeow), who says the meme coin is behaving the…

This Could Be the Last Time You See This Altcoin Below $0.05, Next Big Crypto for Q1 2026?
January 01, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
The most significant changes in crypto can take place before anyone realizes. Meanwhile prices remain relaxed as the preparations are completed. Then awareness changes fast.

Bitcoin On Discount? Treasury Company Goes On End-Of-Year Rampage
January 01, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
After several months of inactivity, Metaplanet Inc., a Japanese Bitcoin treasury company, has expanded its BTC reserves, adding thousands of new coins to its already extensive…

Yield-bearing stablecoins cap productive 2025 with $250M passive income
January 01, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Yield-bearing stablecoins produced $250M in passive income for 2025.

Jupiter introduces V3 mobile trading terminal with enhanced features
January 01, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Jupiter's V3 mobile terminal could revolutionize decentralized trading by reducing costs and enhancing user experience, potentially increasing adoption.

The XRP Army got everything except $5 price: Will 2026 deliver?
January 01, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
XRP scored every major win in 2025 with the SEC case resolved and spot ETFs launched, yet the price crashed 50%, with the $5 target remaining elusive.

Base’s creator coin experiment meets resistance after Nick Shirley launch
January 01, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Base’s push into creator coins is facing mounting criticism from traders and builders after Nick Shirley’s token on Zora spiked to about a $9 million valuation and then promptly…

All of Trump’s Pardons of Prominent Crypto Figures—So Far
January 01, 2026 | decrypt.co
The pardons cemented crypto as both an economic force and a partisan issue in Washington.

Warren Davidson’s New Year Reflections Remember Bitcoin’s Raison D’être
January 01, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Congressman Warren Davidson reflected on the origin of bitcoin and its true purpose.

Will January 15 end crypto’s regulatory gray zone in the U.S.?
January 01, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Senators say progress is real, yet insiders warn the toughest compromises lie ahead.

Best Cloud Mining Platforms of 2026: XRP Investors Earn $17,000 in Daily Passive Income on NAP Hash
January 01, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
With the launch of an XRP ETF, market sentiment has picked up, and many crypto analysts are optimistic about XRP’s performance in 2026.

Crypto privacy in 2026: Compliance-friendly tools take center stage
January 01, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Crypto privacy is approaching an inflection point as relevant lawsuits near their conclusions and developers pivot toward designs that ensure privacy while appeasing regulators.

HBAR Price Forms Double Top, Faces A Minor Crash; Can Bitcoin Save It?
January 01, 2026 | beincrypto.com
HBAR price recorded a mild decline over the past 24 hours as bearish sentiment strengthened among investors.

Pudgy Penguins Price Prediction 2026-2032: Will PENGU Reach $1?
January 01, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
We’ve compiled our Pudgy Penguins price prediction from 2026-2032.

Bitcoin Could Be Setting Up A Comeback Vs. Gold, Analyst Suggests
January 01, 2026 | newsbtc.com
A veteran market analyst has flagged a technical pattern that could signal a turning point for Bitcoin after months of underperformance versus gold.

SOL accumulation tops crypto trends on New Year’s Day: Santiment
January 01, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Whale accumulation across Solana tokens is headlining crypto-related social buzz as 2026 begins, according to data from Santiment.

Bithumb flags $200M in dormant crypto assets across 2.6M inactive accounts
January 01, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Millions of long-inactive users still hold crypto at Bithumb, highlighting how early retail capital can remain untouched for years.

Crypto tax reporting rules taking effect in UK and 40+ countries
January 01, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
The new crypto tax reporting rules could significantly reduce tax evasion, increasing transparency and compliance across global markets.

BYD overtakes Tesla to become the world’s top EV maker in 2025
January 01, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
BYD delivered 4.6 million electric vehicles in 2025, continuing the year-long persistent smacking of Tesla to now be the largest EV maker on the planet in what is a seriously…

Tesla's hype-driven stock climb persists despite second straight annual sales drop
January 01, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Tesla is closing in on its second straight yearly drop in sales, even as its stock keeps climbing. That jump has nothing to do with more cars on the road.

XRP on exchanges hits 8 year low, but historical data exposes a brutal flaw in the popular “moon” narrative
January 01, 2026 | cryptoslate.com
Glassnode data shows that XRP's exchange balances hit their lowest level since 2018 in late December, sparking the usual wave of accumulation phase speculation and “tight…

Japan, South Korea lead Asia’s local stablecoin push in 2025
January 01, 2026 | theblock.co
Asia laid the groundwork for non-USD stablecoins in 2025, as regulators and crypto firms pushed local-currency stablecoin initiatives.

Crypto Adoption Set To Accelerate In 2026 As ETFs, Stablecoins, Tokenization Gain Ground
January 01, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
Coinbase’s head of investment research, David Duong, said momentum from crypto exchange-traded funds, stablecoins, tokenization, and clearer rules is likely to build through 2026…

Can Solana shed its memecoin image in 2026?
January 01, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Solana’s bid to move beyond memecoins will depend on whether its upgrades can deliver predictable execution for serious onchain finance.

Strategy shares register first six-month losing streak since adoption of bitcoin strategy in 2020
January 01, 2026 | coindesk.com
Crypto analyst Chris Millas has highlighted an unusually persistent slump in Strategy shares, breaking with past drawdown patterns even as the firm continued accumulating bitcoin.

Here’s what happened in crypto today
January 01, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Need to know what happened in crypto today?

Nokia wagers future on Nvidia as it goes all-in on AI infrastructure market
January 01, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Nokia once owned the loudest sound in tech. The ringtone sat in pockets, buses, offices, and streets.

Semiconductor exports hit record $173B as South Korea crosses $700B exports for first time
January 01, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
South Korea just crossed a line it had never touched before. The country’s exports hit $710 billion in 2025, smashing past the $700 billion mark for the first time ever.

El Salvador doubles down on Bitcoin and AI in 2026, challenging ‘boomer economies’
January 01, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
El Salvador's focus on Bitcoin and AI could position it as a tech leader, potentially reshaping global economic dynamics and innovation trends.

XRP Price At $100 Is A liquidity Event Number, What This Means
January 01, 2026 | newsbtc.com
Talk of XRP reaching $100 began gaining momentum this cycle, following the resolution of the legal battle involving Ripple and the US Securities and Exchange Commission.

Bo Hines – ‘Anyone bearish on Bitcoin heading into 2026 is foolish’
January 01, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Bitcoin's overall demand has been on a steep decline in the past months.

How crypto's promised year-end fireworks turned into a bloodbath
January 01, 2026 | coindesk.com
Digital asset treasuries, altcoin ETFs and bitcoin’s famed year‑end seasonality were meant to supercharge prices.

Zcash Buyers Absorb The 10% Profit-Booking Hit — Breakout Attempt Back On Track?
January 01, 2026 | beincrypto.com
Zcash price enters 2026 after one of the strongest rallies in the market, still up about 53% in the past 30 days and more than 780% year-on-year.

ECB president Lagarde backs euro to hold Europe together amid global pressure
January 01, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Christine Lagarde, president of the European Central Bank, said on Thursday that Bulgaria joining the euro area shows Europe can still act together during global pressure.

Lighter CEO Addresses “FUD” Claims As LIT Price Dips 8% in 24 Hours
January 01, 2026 | beincrypto.com
Lighter’s LIT token saw an explosive debut, drawing strong early demand after launch.

Cardano Founder Hoskinson Signals Reset For 2026, Not An Exit
January 01, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
Charles Hoskinson rang in 2026 from his Wyoming ranch with a message that sounded, at first blush, like an exit. It wasn’t.

The Cheapest Crypto Under $0.05 That Is Poised for 600% Upside Potential
January 01, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
It is also seen that in each cycle, there are some of the best performers that have been identified before looking noticeable.

Apple cuts Vision Pro production and guts advertising budget in pull back
January 01, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Apple has cut Vision Pro production and gutted its advertising budget, pulling back hard from what was supposed to be its next big thing.

Husky Inu AI (HINU) Starts 2026 With A Move To $0.00024581
January 01, 2026 | cryptodaily.co.uk
Husky Inu AI (HINU) has started the new year with the latest price increase of its pre-launch phase, rising from $0.00024487 to $0.00024581.

Tech companies stretch lenders to fund AI buildout with $121B new debt in 2025
January 01, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Six thousand workers arrive daily at an OpenAI construction site in West Texas. That’s more people than the company employs worldwide. Dust blankets the area.

Japan drops to fifth-largest economy, falls behind India and Germany in two years
January 01, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
According to the International Monetary Fund, Japan will drop to the world’s fifth-largest economy in 2026, falling behind India and marking another decline in the Asian…

Bitcoin ETF fatigue is real, ignoring noise, these are the 10 days that mattered in 2025
January 01, 2026 | cryptoslate.com
If you followed Bitcoin ETFs day to day in 2025, you probably developed the same habit everyone did: you checked the print at night, read one sentence about “risk-on” or…

CME raises futures margins on gold, silver other metals amid extreme price swings
January 01, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
CME raised margin requirements on precious-metal futures for the second time in one week after violent price swings ripped through gold and silver trading.

CZ's dog meme BROCCOLI sees boost from obscure activities on Binance
January 01, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
One trader managed to earn $1M from longing and shorting BROCCOLI during its recent anomalous rally.

Crypto ETFs Defy The Pullback With $32 Billion In Fresh Investor Cash
January 01, 2026 | newsbtc.com
According to Farside Investors data, US investors put close to $32 billion into US crypto exchange-traded funds in 2025 even as markets lost steam late in the year.

Why Could Dogecoin (DOGE) Set a New Low in Early 2026?
January 01, 2026 | beincrypto.com
Over the past year, Dogecoin (DOGE) has matured beyond a simple meme coin and gained recognition as a reserve asset.

Russia’s Biggest Bank Issues First Crypto-Backed Loan To Bitcoin Mining Company
January 01, 2026 | dailyhodl.com
Russia’s largest bank, Sberbank, has issued the country’s first corporate loan backed by cryptocurrency, extending financing to one of the nation’s biggest Bitcoin mining firms,…

Bitcoin Ends 2025 Lower: Bullish Outlook for 2026 or More Pain for Holders?
January 01, 2026 | cryptodaily.co.uk
A bearish monthly close at around $87,500 has done nothing to warm the hearts of the bulls.

Crypto’s Original Promise At Risk As US Lawmaker Flags Growing Financial Surveillance
January 01, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
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Inside the 2025 altcoin divergence: Could 2026 be an ‘L1 season’?
January 01, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Calm over chaos: How 2025 shaped investor behavior toward altcoins.

What Crypto Whales Are Buying and Selling on New Year’s Day 2026
January 01, 2026 | beincrypto.com
If you’re reading this on New Year’s Day 2026, crypto whales are probably already ahead of you.

Berkshire Hathaway’s $382 Billion Cash Pile Sparks Crypto Speculation as Buffett Retires
January 01, 2026 | beincrypto.com
Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway is entering uncharted waters.

Jump Crypto receives $24M+ from Lighter for market-maker activity
January 01, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Jump Crypto received over $24M for market-making activities, retaining 323,956 Lighter (LIT) tokens for fees.

Tether snaps up another 8,888 BTC, now fifth-largest Bitcoin wallet
January 01, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Tether closed out 2025 with an 8,888 BTC purchase, increasing its disclosed Bitcoin holdings to more than 96,000 BTC.

Dogecoin price prediction 2026-2032: DOGE to the moon?
January 01, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Here are top Dogecoin predictions and price trends from the Cryptopolitan team.

Sovereign wealth tops $15T as state investors increase tech exposure
January 01, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Sovereign wealth funds hit a record $15 trillion in 2025, with $66 billion pumped into tech, mainly AI and digitalization.

Scaramucci Picks His Top 3 Crypto Altcoins As Rate-Cut Tailwinds Build
January 01, 2026 | newsbtc.com
Anthony Scaramucci says a friendlier US policy mix: rate cuts, looser financial conditions, and a renewed push for crypto legislation could set up 2026 as a better tape for…

IPO wave ahead as SpaceX, OpenAI, and Anthropic near public listings
January 01, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
SpaceX, OpenAI, and Anthropic are preparing to go public in 2026, potentially raising more than all 200 US IPOs from 2025 combined.

Trader bags $1M from ‘abnormal’ BROCCOLI714 memecoin activity on Binance
January 01, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
A trader claimed to have made $1 million by timing a long-short trade after spotting abnormal activity by a market maker account on Binance, while the exchange denied any…

Solana Price Prediction: SOL Tests $125 Range as Bearish Structure Targets Lower Liquidity Zones
January 01, 2026 | bravenewcoin.com
Solana price is trading near $125 as short-term bearish pressure persists, while market watchers debate whether deeper support or long-term accumulation could set the stage for a…

HMRC expands crypto surveillance as UK tax crackdown starts
January 01, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
HMRC now requires crypto exchanges to report full transaction and tax residency data for UK users starting January 1.

Arthur Hayes Deploys $3.4 Million into 4 DeFi Tokens: Bet on 2026 Comeback?
January 01, 2026 | beincrypto.com
BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes has made bold moves into decentralized finance (DeFi) tokens, signaling a clear rotation from Ethereum into protocols he believes are poised for a…

AI-driven chip shortages could push electronics prices up 5%–20% in 2026
January 01, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Electronics prices may rise 5 to 20% in 2026 due to growing AI demand eating into chip supply.

DragonFly Capital Managing Partner Predicts 2026 Will Be a ‘Surprise’ – Here’s His Bitcoin, Ethereum and Solana Outlook
January 01, 2026 | dailyhodl.com
A top executive at Dragonfly Capital believes the crypto markets will be full of surprises in 2026.

Solana price prediction – Swing traders should wait for THIS opportunity!
January 01, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Solana's downtrend has slowed down, but an uptrend is yet to be established.

Ethereum ETF End 2025 With $67 Million Inflows, Price Stagnates Under $3,000
January 01, 2026 | beincrypto.com
Ethereum price has moved sideways since late December 2025, struggling to establish a clear trend.

Crypto Predictions 2026: CoinFund President Shares His Forecast
January 01, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
CoinFund President Christopher Perkins is betting 2026 will be defined less by shiny new token narratives and more by balance sheets, regulation-enabled product launches, and the…