Author: Oguz Ozdemir
Ethereum’s social media sentiment is “kind of reminiscent” of what was seen before its last major run, according to Santiment.
The latest stock market rally gained momentum on January 9 as major indexes and gold prices moved sharply higher. Gold, the S&P 500, and Nasdaq all posted strong gains after a weaker-than-expected U.S. jobs report fueled investor bets on Federal Reserve rate cuts. The report indicated a lower increase in jobs compared to expectations, and there was an unexpected decline in unemployment to brighten up the markets. The markets also await the release of the major inflation results in the next week that might influence the upcoming interest rate hike by the Fed. In the meantime, a new round of…
Enjoyed this article? Share it with your friends! After leaving Electric Coin Company (ECC), the developers behind Zcash ZEC $379.33 announced that they are already creating a new wallet for the cryptocurrency. Former ECC CEO Josh Swihart explained that the same group that worked on the Zashi wallet will continue using its foundation to build the next version.He said on January 8, “The team from the Electric Coin Company that launched Zcash and created the Zashi wallet is now launching a new wallet for Zcash, using the same Zashi codebase we built”. Did you know? Want to get smarter &…
Ripple’s XRP prints a rare 5D MACD Golden Cross as analysts watch $2 support and eye targets up to $8 by 2026. Ripple (XRP) is showing renewed strength after a rare technical pattern appeared on its 5-day chart. The price sits near $2.10 with daily trading volume around $3.86 billion. The token has gained over 10% in the past week and continues to attract attention from analysts. 5-Day MACD Golden Cross Appears Technical analyst ChartNerd pointed out that XRP has just printed a “Golden Cross” on the 5-day MACD. This happens when the MACD line crosses above the signal…
Binance Founder CZ Says ‘Super Cycle’ Incoming as VanEck Unveils $2.9M Bitcoin Target
Binance founder Changpeng “CZ” Zhao has provided optimism for the crypto market, stating that a super cycle is on the horizon. His statement follows VanEck’s ultra-bullish Bitcoin prediction, with a base target of $2.9 million for the flagship crypto. CZ Predicts Super Cycle For Bitcoin In an X post, the Binance founder said that a super cycle was incoming for BTC and the broader crypto market. CZ’s statement came in response to news that the SEC removed crypto from the 2026 priority risk list, which is bullish for the markets. In an earlier X post, he also highlighted how U.S.…
Can ADA explode to a new ATH this year? Cardano’s ADA has performed quite well since the start of the year, rising 9% over the past week to almost $0.40. Some analysts think it can post far more substantial gains in the near future as long as it remains above a crucial level. The Next Targets Among the bullish X users is the one using the moniker Crypto Patel. The analyst claimed the asset’s current structure shows a “multi-year symmetrical triangle compression” and a strong demand zone between $0.28 and $0.38. They assumed that if ADA continues to hold…
Bitcoin spot ETFs recorded $249.99 million in net outflows on January 9, extending a multi-day redemption streak. Summary Bitcoin ETFs saw $1.38B in outflows over four days, led by BlackRock’s IBIT. Ethereum ETFs posted $351M in redemptions after a strong start to January. Solana ETFs were flat while XRP ETFs still attracted fresh inflows. BlackRock’s IBIT led withdrawals with $251.97 million in outflows, while Fidelity’s FBTC posted the only inflow at $7.87 million. Ethereum spot ETFs saw $93.82 million in net outflows on the same day and was the third consecutive session of redemptions. Solana spot ETFs recorded zero flows,…
Digital Finance Will Evolve Into ‘Foundational Infrastructure Layer’ in 2026: Moody’s
In brief Moody’s 2026 Digital Finance Outlook report has concluded that blockchain-based tech could provide a “foundational infrastructure layer” for the finance industry this year. The ratings agency emphasizes that digital asset technology will allow for a greater degree of interoperability and efficiency. The firm’s analysts also warn that regulatory harmonisation may be required in order for adoption to spread globally. The technology underlying digital assets will evolve into a “foundational infrastructure layer” for the financial services industry in 2026, according to a new report from rating agency Moody’s.Writing in its 2026 Digital Finance Outlook, Moody’s predicts that blockchain-based tech…
In brief South Korea’s Supreme Court ruled that Bitcoin held in exchange accounts is subject to seizure under the Criminal Procedure Act. The decision arose from a money laundering case involving 55.6 Bitcoin seized by police in 2020. The ruling aligns with previous rulings in the country, which has a high rate of crypto ownership. South Korea’s Supreme Court has ruled that Bitcoin held on cryptocurrency exchanges can be seized under the country’s Criminal Procedure Act, closing a legal challenge brought by a suspect in a money laundering investigation.The decision, first reported by Chosun Daily, confirms that digital assets stored…
Bitcoin enters the weekend in a quiet, range-bound mode, with support around $90,500–$88,200 holding firm. While price action remains subdued for now, key resistance levels near $94,100–$107,500 will likely dictate the market’s next major move. Whether BTC resumes its upward trajectory or tests deeper support, the coming week could provide the confirmation the market has been waiting for. Expect Slower Bitcoin Market Moves According to Kamile Uray, the market has entered the weekend, a period typically characterized by slow and subdued price action. The key support region between $90,588 and $88,280 has not yet formed a clear bottom, but it…