Bitcoin is ending the year down nearly 10%, leaving many investors puzzled. 2025 was expected to be a big year for Bitcoin, with new milestones like spot Bitcoin ETFs, more interest from big institutions, and increased political attention. Despite this, the price hasn’t kept up, creating fear in the market. But Michael Saylor, co-founder of
Story Highlights Galaxy Digital says stablecoins are already handling half of ACH’s transaction volume. Regulatory clarity in 2026 could push stablecoins deeper into everyday U.S. payments. Banks, payment firms, and institutions are moving on-chain faster than many expected. Stablecoins are no longer just a tool for crypto traders. They are on track to challenge one
As the Fed’s first interest rate decision of 2026 approaches, market expectations are clearly reflected in the forecasting markets. According to Polymarket data, the strongest scenario for the Fed’s interest rate decision on January 28, 2026, is that interest rates will remain unchanged. According to forecast contracts traded on Polymarket, the probability of no change
The Bitcoin price has decreased by almost 2% over the last 24 hours and is down nearly 3% from yesterday’s peak. At first glance, nothing about the price appears exciting. However, something beneath the chart, especially on-chain, has changed for the first time in almost three months, and something else changed this week. These two
Swan Bitcoin CEO and founder Cory Klippsten has stated that he expects Bitcoin (BTC) to surpass the $125,000 mark in 2026, reaching an all-time high. Appearing on CNBC’s “Fast Money” program, Klippsten discussed recent developments in the cryptocurrency market and Bitcoin’s future price movements. Recalling that Bitcoin has recently traded between $85,000 and $91,000, Klippsten
Bitcoin price today trades near $87,500 as the market digests a volatile Christmas week marked by a flash crash scare, heavy derivatives expiry, and persistent technical pressure below key moving averages. Despite the noise, price remains trapped in a tight compression zone, with buyers defending support but failing to reclaim trend control. Flash Crash Was
Story Highlights Bitcoin consolidates near $90K as Swan Bitcoin CEO says the recent pullback may be over, with healthier market structure setting the stage for a 2026 rally. As Ethereum and Solana slide, growing institutional demand and fading four-year cycles boost confidence that Bitcoin could hit new highs above $125K in 2026. Major cryptocurrencies like
Story Highlights U.S. shutdown risk rises to 38% as Congress leaves town with no budget deal; January 31 deadline fuels uncertainty. Stalled funding talks heighten market jitters; crypto may gain appeal as investors eye Bitcoin amid political gridlock. The risk of another U.S. government shutdown is climbing as Congress left Washington for the Christmas recess
Story Highlights Reports suggest Ripple is internally preparing for a 2026 IPO with stronger governance structures. Analysts rank Ripple among top 2026 IPO candidates with estimated valuation near $50 billion. Ripple leadership denies immediate IPO plans, saying company remains well funded without public markets. Ripple, the blockchain payments company behind XRP, is once again in