Month: January 2026

Bitcoin is rising on liquidity recovery and institutional demand, not geopolitics, says Coinbase executive

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Key Takeaways Bitcoin’s price gains are attributed to recovering market liquidity and increased institutional demand. Coinbase’s John D’Agostino clarifies that the recent Bitcoin rally is not directly linked to events in Venezuela. Share this article Bitcoin’s recent rally is being driven by recovering market liquidity and strong institutional demand rather than geopolitical events like the US intervention in Venezuela or the capture of Nicolas Maduro, according to John D’Agostino, Coinbase’s head of institutional strategy. “It’s a massive geopolitical event. That narrative certainly holds as a long-term thesis, that proof of…

Why Crypto-Treasury Stocks Fall Faster Than the Assets They Hold

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Is the “crypto treasury” strategy a double-edged sword for investors? Not long ago, companies marketed crypto-treasury stocks as a straightforward investment. They purchased shares to gain exposure to Bitcoin (BTC) or other digital assets while benefiting from the liquidity and regulatory oversight of public markets. In rising markets, this approach was effective. Shares of companies with substantial crypto holdings frequently outperformed the underlying assets, attracting investors who wanted crypto exposure without directly owning tokens. However, during market declines, this relationship breaks down sharply. Crypto-treasury stocks tend to experience more abrupt…

Tether introduces Scudo to make gold-backed XAU₮ more transactable onchain

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Key Takeaways Tether has launched Scudo, a new unit of account equal to one-thousandth of a troy ounce of gold, for its XAU₮ token. The move comes as gold prices reach record highs and demand for gold-backed digital assets continues to surge. Share this article Tether, the stablecoin issuer, today launched Scudo, a new initiative designed to make its gold-backed token XAUT more accessible and transactable on-chain. XAUT is a digital token that represents ownership of physical gold stored in secure vaults. The token can be transferred to any blockchain…

Low Oil Prices Could Trigger a Bitcoin Bull Run

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Hayes emphasizes that cheaper oil could indirectly lift crypto by allowing looser fiscal policy and credit growth. This weekend, U.S. President Donald Trump confirmed that Venezuela’s Nicolás Maduro had been seized and Washington would take control of the country’s oil industry. The episode has stirred debate across crypto circles, with BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes arguing that cheaper energy and aggressive credit growth could set the stage for higher digital asset prices. Trump’s Venezuela Move Rattles Geopolitics, Not Crypto Markets The news broke on January 3, when U.S. officials said…

Why Analysts Say ETH Is Ready to Fly

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Ethereum trades near $3,200 as ETF inflows remain steady, with analysts watching $3,250 resistance and support levels around $3,000. Ethereum (ETH) has climbed above $3,200, gaining 2% in the last 24 hours and more than 8% over the past week. Trading volume stands above $26 billion. As a result, the move puts the asset at its highest point in more than three weeks. Traders are now watching key levels as the price action approaches resistance. Support Holds, Momentum Builds ETH/BTC has bounced off the 21-Day Moving Average and is…

CertiK and YZi Labs launch $1 million audit grants for EASY residency participants

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Key Takeaways CertiK and YZi Labs have introduced a $1 million audit grant to bolster security for early-stage startups in the EASY Residency Incubation Program. The partnership aims to provide comprehensive security solutions, including Skynet Boosting and AI scanning services, to incubated projects. Share this article Leading web3 security services provider CertiK and global investment firm YZi Labs have teamed up to enhance the security infrastructure for startups in the EASY Residency Incubation Program, which supports founders who build long-term value in web3, AI, and biotechnology. As part of the…

US-Venezuela oil dynamics could set the stage for a new Bitcoin all-time high, says Bitfinex

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Key Takeaways Potential US involvement in Venezuela’s oil sector could influence global oil prices and macroeconomic conditions, potentially impacting Bitcoin’s value. An increase in oil supply due to US intervention may lower crude prices, affecting inflation and improving economic conditions. Share this article US efforts to assert control over and rehabilitate Venezuela’s vast oil reserves may catalyze a macroeconomic environment bullish for Bitcoin, potentially driving the asset toward new all-time highs, said Bitfinex analysts in a Tuesday statement. Trump’s plan to deploy US oil giants into Venezuela could flood the…

Telegram Sells $450M In Toncoin As Token Plunges: Report

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Cryptocurrency-friendly messenger Telegram boosted its operating revenue in 2025 as it explores a potential initial public offering (IPO). Telegram’s revenues hit $870 million in the first half of 2025, up 65% from $525 million a year earlier, the Financial Times reported on Tuesday, citing unaudited financial statements. About a third of that, or $300 million, came from “exclusivity agreements,” linked to earnings related to Telegram-connected cryptocurrency Toncoin (TON). The report also said that $500 million of Telegram’s bonds have been frozen in Russia’s central securities depository due to Western sanctions,…

What Is XRP’s Next Most Likely Scenario After 30% Weekly Surge?

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Ripple’s XRP has shown a notable improvement in short-term structure, with buyers stepping in aggressively after an extended corrective phase. Recent price action suggests a shift from passive consolidation into active recovery, although key overhead resistance levels remain in play. Ripple Price Analysis: The Daily Chart On the daily timeframe, XRP has reacted strongly from the established buyer’s base around the lower demand zone near $1.8. This area has repeatedly absorbed selling pressure, confirming it as a meaningful demand zone where buyers are willing to defend the price. The latest…

Morgan Stanley Files For Bitcoin, Solana ETF With SEC

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Update Jan. 6, 12:57 p.m. UTC: This article has been updated to include a paragraph on Morgan Stanley’s prior involvement with cryptocurrency funds. US investment bank Morgan Stanley has filed with the US Securities and Exchange Commission to launch two cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds (ETFs), one tied to Bitcoin and the other to Solana, as Wall Street firms push deeper into regulated digital-asset products. The proposed Morgan Stanley Bitcoin (BTC) Trust and the Morgan Stanley Solana (SOL) Trust will function as “passive investment” vehicles that hold and track the performance of…