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Solana (SOL) is undergoing a short-term pullback while maintaining a broader uptrend. Price sits around $142.4 after a 1.9% 24-hour decline and is testing critical support at $140.94 (strength score 86/100). 24-hour volume is high (~$4.5B), indicating strong liquidity. Key technicals: price above EMA20 ($137.09), RSI ~60, MACD positive, and VWAP supportive—suggesting a neutral-to-bullish bias. Immediate resistance lies at $143.47; breaking it would expose higher targets in the $159–$186 range. Failure to hold $140.94 risks a drop to $129.74, with a deeper break toward $86.20 threatening the uptrend. Risk/reward from current levels offers roughly 30% upside vs ~40% downside, making the setup appealing to aggressive traders but requiring tight risk management. Short-term outlook: consolidation with possible bounce if $140.94 holds; downside risk escalates on a decisive breach. This analysis emphasizes support/resistance levels, momentum indicators, and volume as primary factors for trade planning.

Binance will suspend deposits and withdrawals for five tokens on specific networks starting 08:00 UTC on 22 January 2025 (16:00 UTC+8). Affected token-network pairs are: ARB and 0G via Ethereum (ERC-20), 1INCH via BNB Smart Chain (BEP-20), KITE via Avalanche C-Chain, and TURBO via Solana. Spot trading on Binance for these tokens remains active — users can still buy, sell and convert assets within the exchange. Binance attributes the pauses to routine network reviews, maintenance or security reasons. Users should complete pending deposits/withdrawals through the listed networks before the cutoff or instead use alternative supported chains, convert holdings to stablecoins (e.g., USDT) on-platform, hold in their spot wallet, or withdraw via another exchange to avoid stuck or lost funds. Historically, such network-specific suspensions are often temporary and primarily technical; they typically cause short-lived volatility while on-exchange liquidity remains. Key takeaways for traders: act before the deadline to avoid asset loss, expect limited but immediate liquidity constraints for the affected network flows, and monitor Binance’s official channels for restoration updates.

Status has entered the final stage of its pre-deposit campaign ahead of a planned gas-free mainnet launch in Q1 2025. The campaign accepts multiple assets (SNT, LINEA, ETH, USDT, USDC, USDS) and offers a combined 35 million token reward pool: 15 million SNT and 20 million LINEA. Participants earn rewards proportional to deposit size and duration and also receive Karma utility tokens that grant governance rights and priority access to gas-free transactions. The campaign is designed to stress-test economic mechanisms, interoperability and security; smart contracts have undergone multiple audits and deposited assets remain under user control with scheduled withdrawal windows. Status has published regional guides (notably a Korean tutorial) to boost participation. The initiative aims to bootstrap user adoption, collect behavioural data, and validate the network before mainnet. For traders, key metrics are the 35M token incentive, multi-asset deposit flows, Karma token distribution (governance + gas-free priority), and the announced Q1 2025 gas-free mainnet timeline — all factors that may affect circulating supply dynamics, on-chain activity and short-term demand for SNT and LINEA.

A market analyst has declared that silver has reached a generational bottom and forecasts a long-term bull market ahead. The view is based on technical and macro factors that suggest silver’s recent lows mark a multi-decade trough, setting the stage for sustained upside. The analyst highlights strong demand drivers—such as industrial usage, inflation hedging, and potential monetary stimulus—that could support prices over the coming years. While short-term volatility is expected, the long-term outlook is positive, with silver positioned to outperform if macro conditions (inflation, monetary policy, and supply constraints) align. Traders are advised to consider accumulation strategies, use risk management for near-term swings, and monitor macro indicators and industrial demand signals closely.

California’s Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) has fined crypto lender Nexo $500,000 for operating as an unlicensed lender in the state from July 2018 through November 2022. The regulator found Nexo issued 5,456 consumer and commercial crypto-backed loans to California residents without a California finance lender license and failed to assess borrowers’ ability to repay — omitting checks on income, existing debt and credit history — and maintained weak underwriting and disclosure practices. The DFPI classified these actions as unlawful under consumer financial laws and ordered Nexo to transfer California resident funds to its licensed U.S. affiliate, Nexo Financial LLC, within 150 days. The enforcement follows earlier U.S. actions against Nexo, including a 2023 $45 million settlement with U.S. regulators related to a U.S. yield product. For traders: the ruling signals intensified state-level scrutiny of crypto lending, increased compliance costs for platforms offering loan or yield products, and a continued regulatory risk premium for firms tied to unlicensed lending. Key facts: $500,000 penalty; 5,456 loans (Jul 2018–Nov 2022); DFPI enforcement; transfer deadline 150 days to licensed affiliate. Primary keywords: Nexo, crypto lender, unlicensed lending, DFPI, California fine.

Crypto markets declined for a second consecutive day, led by a 24-hour drop of 4.22% in the DePIN sector, according to SoSoValue. Key DePIN tokens underperformed: Filecoin (FIL) fell 8.55% and Golem (GLM) slid 10.07%. Major assets showed mixed performance: Bitcoin (BTC) fell 0.74% to just above $95,000, while Ethereum (ETH) was relatively stable, down 0.21% and holding near $3,300. Other sector moves over 24 hours: CeFi -0.37% (NEXO +1.13%); Layer1 -1.32% (TRON/TRX +2.30% intraday); PayFi -2.11% (Dash/DASH +3.50%); Layer2 -2.52% (Mantle/MNT +0.99%); DeFi -2.59% (River/RIVER +8.12%); Meme -2.93% (MemeCore/M +1.65%). The report is for market information only and not investment advice.

Nikita Bier, X’s head of product and Solana ecosystem advisor, said InfoFi-style applications have paid X millions of dollars for enterprise-level API access. Bier added that X does not want to retain that revenue. The comment follows X’s earlier move to remove post rewards and ban InfoFi-like apps from using reward-posting mechanisms to attract users. The development highlights friction between third-party monetization (apps paying for API access) and platform policy changes that limit certain monetization tactics. Primary keywords: X API access, InfoFi, API payments, post rewards. Secondary/semantic keywords: platform policy, enterprise API, Solana, Nikita Bier. Traders should note potential shifts in developer monetization and API usage that could affect on-chain activity tied to apps relying on X-based rewards or promotion.

Interactive Brokers (IBKR) now accepts 24/7 funding via the USDC stablecoin, letting clients deposit USDC anytime and have it auto-converted to USD in their brokerage accounts. Zerohash provides custody, conversion and compliance services; conversion fees start at 0.30% (minimum $1) plus standard blockchain gas/tx fees. IBKR said the move shortens funding times versus wires, lowers costs for cross-border flows and extends effective trading hours for clients needing immediate capital. The broker signalled plans to add Ripple’s RLUSD and PayPal’s PYUSD as funding options and has previously discussed issuing its own stablecoin. IBKR began offering crypto trading and custody in 2021 (via Paxos) and manages over $400 billion in client assets, increasing the potential institutional flow through USDC. Zerohash’s infrastructure includes custody, money-transmitter licensing, KYC/AML screening and on-chain verification to meet regulatory requirements. Fees and rollout details may expand with demand and regulatory clarity. For traders, the change means faster on-ramps, reduced settlement friction and easier intraday capital management — factors that could raise USDC transaction volumes and institutional stablecoin usage.

Bitcoin is approaching a pivotal resistance level at $100,000 as investor interest and macro momentum push prices higher. Traders are watching on-chain indicators, futures funding rates and options expiries for signs of sustained bullish conviction. Short-term volatility is expected around the $100,000 mark as profit-taking, liquidations and new entries interact. Key metrics cited by analysts include rising retail and institutional flows, elevated open interest in Bitcoin derivatives, and tightening supply on exchanges. Market participants should monitor spot volume, derivatives funding, and macro catalysts (rate outlook, dollar strength) that could accelerate a breakout or trigger a pullback. For traders: plan position sizing, set clear stop-loss levels, and watch options skew and expiries near key strikes for potential gamma-driven moves.

Market-maker Cumberland (DRW) moved 1,900 ETH (~$6.29M) off Binance to private custody and simultaneously deposited about 1.7 million AVN (~$507k) across Bybit and Binance. The on-chain transfer, identified by analytics firm The Data Nerd on March 21, 2025, appears to be a portfolio rebalancing and inventory-management action rather than a pure directional trade. Large ETH exchange outflows can reduce immediate sell-side pressure, but Cumberland—an institutional liquidity provider—frequently shifts assets for hedging, funding-rate arbitrage, and client liquidity needs. The ETH withdrawal is small relative to Ethereum’s daily volumes but notable amid broader monitoring of exchange balances and institutional flows in 2025, especially after spot ETH ETFs increased institutional interest. Traders should watch follow-on activity and net exchange flow trends: continued outflows across multiple institutions would strengthen an accumulation thesis, while offsetting inflows or increased AVN exchange deposits may indicate liquidity provisioning or arbitrage operations. This event is an operational signal from a major market maker, useful for understanding liquidity dynamics but not a standalone price forecast.

Chainalysis and related research estimate Iran’s crypto economy grew to roughly $7.8 billion amid widespread anti-government protests, internet shutdowns and a collapsing rial. Usage shifted from speculation toward survival: Bitcoin (BTC) increasingly functions as long-term value storage and a hedge against rial devaluation and censorship, while stablecoins (notably USDT and USDC) are used for remittances, daily commerce and cross-border trade. Reports show sharp spikes in BTC withdrawals from centralized exchanges to self-custody during internet blackouts, suggesting users move funds to avoid freezes or seizures. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC)-linked addresses accounted for more than half of crypto inflows in Q4, raising sanctions and dual-use concerns. Other trackers (TRM Labs, Statista) corroborate rising flows and user counts. Key drivers are prolonged rial depreciation, capital controls, diaspora remittances and restricted banking channels. Trader-relevant implications: sustained regional demand for BTC as a store of value, robust utility-driven stablecoin flows, and heightened geopolitically driven volatility—especially around sanctions risk and on-chain tracing. Risks for users include regulatory crackdowns, technical barriers to safe self-custody, price volatility (for BTC), and blockchain surveillance. Primary keywords: Iran, Bitcoin, stablecoins, crypto adoption, capital controls.

China’s GDP growth slowed to 4.5% in Q4 2025 — the weakest quarterly pace in three years — while full-year growth matched Beijing’s 5% target. Strong export performance produced a record trade surplus near $1.2 trillion and offset weak domestic consumption and sluggish fixed‑asset investment. Exports to the U.S. fell about 20% amid higher tariffs but were largely replaced by demand from Africa, Southeast Asia, Europe and Latin America. Persistent weak consumer spending and signs of deflation have left factories, retailers and property investment under pressure. Beijing is seeking to rebalance growth toward domestic consumption, including targeted interest-rate cuts by the central bank to support tech and agriculture and measures to boost borrowing and jobs. Analysts expect growth to slow further in 2026 (around 4.5%) unless exports remain strong or fiscal and monetary stimulus steps increase. Key takeaways for traders: export-driven growth keeps China linked to global trade flows and commodity demand; weak domestic demand and deflationary pressure raise downside risks for Chinese equities, property-related assets and sectors tied to consumer spending; policy easing (rate cuts or fiscal support) could provide intermittent bullish catalysts for risk assets and commodities.

NIGHT has entered a pronounced bearish phase as perpetual (perp) market participants withdraw capital. The token fell roughly 41% over three weeks and dropped a further ~10% in the last 24 hours. CoinGlass data shows a $5.4 million outflow from NIGHT perpetuals in the past day, leaving perp contract balances at about $47.95 million. Open-interest and funding-rate metrics are skewed toward shorts; the Open Interest–Weighted Funding Rate is negative (around -0.0156%), indicating dominant sell-side pressure. Binance and OKX are identified as primary drivers of the sell-off — both exchanges show taker buy/sell ratios below 1 (Binance 0.533; OKX 0.77), with Binance holding the largest share of NIGHT open interest. Liquidation heatmaps point to potential further downside toward ~$0.060 as price may be pulled into lower liquidity clusters; significant liquidity clusters exist above current price near ~$0.073, offering a possible rebound target if buying returns. For traders: short-term outlook is bearish — expect continued volatility, elevated liquidation risk, and further downside unless funding rates normalize or buy-side liquidity from major exchanges reappears.

Lawmakers and industry insiders report renewed bipartisan talks that could revive the stalled Crypto-Asset Market Structure and Investor Protection Act (CLARITY Act) if negotiators reach consensus on stablecoin interest payments. The CLARITY Act aims to clarify SEC vs. CFTC jurisdiction, set digital asset classification standards, require exchange registration, and impose consumer protections and stablecoin oversight. Stablecoin interest — whether issuers can pay holders and how that affects securities classification — remains the main impediment. Proposed compromises include tiered interest frameworks, exemption thresholds, transparency rules, and reserve standards for interest-bearing stablecoins. Major market participants, including exchanges and tokenization firms, are engaging with Senate Banking Committee staff and trade groups to shape language. Observers say clearer rules would reduce regulatory uncertainty, boost tokenization and institutional adoption, and strengthen market infrastructure; however, political timing (including election-year dynamics) could delay progress. Traders should watch developments on stablecoin interest rules and jurisdictional boundaries between SEC and CFTC, as outcomes will affect exchange compliance costs, stablecoin issuance models, on‑ramp liquidity, and short-term volatility tied to regulatory risk.

Zero Knowledge Proof (ZKP) token emerged as January’s breakout crypto after launching a live presale auction and promoting a privacy-focused network. The project held a live presale that attracted significant buyer interest, driving early token demand and media attention. Key features highlighted include on-chain privacy tools, zk-proof-based transaction verification, and plans for a privacy network aimed at secure, scalable transactions. The presale structure reportedly included multiple rounds with rising prices, limited allocation per round, and incentives for early participants. Litecoin (LTC) was mentioned as remaining price-stable during the same period, reflecting low volatility compared with the fast-moving ZKP presale. Traders are advised to note the higher short-term volatility and speculative nature of presale tokens, the regulatory and technical risks around privacy coins, and the potential for rapid price swings if token listings on exchanges occur. Primary and secondary keywords: Zero Knowledge Proof, ZKP token, presale auction, privacy network, Litecoin, LTC, presale volatility, privacy crypto.

Market update: On Jan 16, token performance on OKX showed ICP as the top intraday gainer, trading at $4.494 with a 4.54% rise. Other notable intraday gainers included CHZ ($0.0579, +4.19%), CRV ($0.436, +3.53%), SATS ($0.0000000197, +2.39%) and TRX ($0.311, +1.04%). On the downside, GLM led losses at $0.283 with a 5.44% decline. Additional decliners were APT ($1.796, -3.49%), TON ($1.694, -3.14%), SNX ($0.463, -3.06%) and ENJ ($0.0297, -2.59%). The report is a market snapshot for traders and does not constitute investment advice.

BitMine chairman Thomas Lee told shareholders the company’s roughly $13 billion in Ethereum (ETH) assets could produce over $400 million in pre-tax annual revenue, primarily via staking. Lee said recent ETH purchases may have saved the firm about $400 million, though the company still carries about $2.3 billion in unrealized losses since beginning ETH acquisitions in July. Lee also described BitMine’s $200 million investment in MrBeast’s Beast Industries as a "no-brainer," forecasting a potential 10x return and emphasizing the strategic value of connecting Ethereum with younger audiences through the creator. The remarks were made at a shareholder meeting and reflect BitMine’s dual strategy of monetizing ETH via staking while pursuing media/creator partnerships to broaden Ethereum’s reach.

Former BitMEX CEO Arthur Hayes warned that a rotation in Federal Reserve liquidity policy could send Bitcoin (BTC) back above $110,000. Hayes argues that if the Fed shifts from quantitative tightening toward easier liquidity — for example, halting balance-sheet runoff or cutting rates sooner than expected — institutional capital may re-enter risk assets and drive BTC significantly higher. He framed the move as a liquidity-driven trade rather than a pure adoption story, citing historical correlations between Fed liquidity and crypto price rallies. Hayes also noted that macro factors, such as rising inflation or geopolitical shocks, could accelerate a policy pivot. His view contrasts with narratives that focus solely on fundamentals like network growth or on-chain metrics. The commentary is notable given Hayes’s profile as an outspoken crypto macro commentator and former exchange executive, and it highlights that central bank policy remains a key driver for crypto price action. Traders should watch Fed communications, balance-sheet metrics, and institutional flows as potential catalysts for a sharply bullish move in BTC.

MOVE rallied over 15% within 24 hours after being listed for spot trading on Hyperliquid, a DEX known for perpetuals that is expanding into spot markets. The listing enabled MOVE to be used as collateral for perpetual trading, driving a 515% spike in daily trading volume and a surge in on-chain activity. Price broke out of a mid‑December consolidation range ($0.0336–$0.0400) and tested resistance near $0.045, though bullish candles showed long wicks indicating seller pressure ahead of a potential $0.06 target. Leverage was high: cumulative long liquidations approached $4M versus $2.67M in shorts, with some traders using up to 50x leverage. Network metrics were mixed—MOVE holders rose to 39.32k and weekly transactions averaged ~550k (4.2M for the week), while monthly active addresses fell 31% to 14.8k, raising questions about sustainability. MOVE has also transitioned from an Ethereum Layer‑2 to a Layer‑1 chain, a structural change that may support longer‑term utility. Key trading takeaways: sharp volume and listing-driven momentum support near‑term bullishness, but heavy leverage, seller resistance at $0.045, and declining monthly active addresses increase short‑term volatility and downside risk.

Samsung’s financial affiliates are reportedly evaluating the purchase of Kakao Investment’s stake in Dunamu, the operator of Upbit, in a potential deal valued at about 1 trillion won (~$725 million). The move would involve acquiring shares from Dunamu’s third-largest shareholder and mark a major institutional entry into South Korea’s crypto exchange market. Reported potential buyers include Samsung Life Insurance and Samsung Fire & Marine Insurance, though both Samsung and Kakao have issued noncommittal statements denying active talks. Analysts say the transaction would give Samsung direct exposure to a market-leading exchange (Upbit holds roughly 80% share among compliant Korean exchanges), and could lend regulatory legitimacy and stability to the sector. The deal faces hurdles including regulatory approvals from the Financial Services Commission and other agencies, valuation and governance negotiations, and due diligence on Dunamu’s compliance and financials. If completed, the acquisition could reconfigure ownership dynamics, accelerate institutional participation in South Korea’s crypto ecosystem, and set valuation benchmarks for regulated exchanges across Asia.

An on-chain whale converted 363 BTC into 10,390.5 ETH over the past two days, according to Onchain Lens. The swap occurred at an implied BTC price of roughly $3,273 per BTC, valuing the transaction at about $34 million. No counterparty or wallet identity was disclosed. The event signals a sizable shift from Bitcoin to Ethereum exposure by a single large holder. For traders, key details are the scale (363 BTC ≈ $34M), the resulting ETH inflow (10,390.5 ETH), and the on-chain source (Onchain Lens). This could affect short-term ETH liquidity and swap pools, while indicating potential portfolio rebalancing or market-view adjustment by a major market participant.

Bitcoin (BTC) is consolidating around $95.6–95.7K after testing the key $97K resistance, holding an overall uptrend but showing signs of short-term uncertainty. Price range and volume: current price ≈ $95,692; 24h range roughly $95,134–$97,193; 24h volume ≈ $23–24B. Short-term technicals are mildly bullish — RSI in the mid-60s, price above the 20-day EMA (~$92K), positive MACD histogram and rising on-balance volume — indicating buying pressure. However, Supertrend and some longer-term indicators flag resistance around $102–103K, suggesting a potential corrective risk. Key levels: immediate resistance at ~$97K (critical); upside targets on a confirmed breakout include $102–104K and a stretch target near $114K (~19% from current). Key supports sit at ~$95.5K, $92.9K and $91.5K (strong); a break below $91.5K could expose $80K (~16% downside). Market context: BTC dominance ~56–57% with limited altcoin strength; institutional/ETF inflows are cited as bullish catalysts while macro risks (rate hikes) remain headwinds. Trading takeaways for traders: monitor $97K for a high-probability breakout or rejection; prefer long entries on confirmed hold near $95K–$92.9K with stops below identified supports; consider short/scale-in on failed break above $97K or at resistance, and use multi-timeframe and volume confirmation to avoid fakeouts. Risk/reward from current levels modestly favors bulls but watch for low-volatility consolidation and potential momentum shifts.

An eight-year-dormant Ethereum wallet (starts 0xB3E8) deposited 13,083 ETH—about $43.35 million—to the Gemini exchange over two days, according to Lookonchain. The address still holds roughly 34,616 ETH (≈$115M). Exchange deposits by large holders are commonly seen as a potential precursor to selling because exchanges provide liquidity and fiat off-ramps, though alternatives (staking, collateral, custodial moves, or tax planning) are possible. On-chain analytics firms like Lookonchain, Nansen and Etherscan flagged the movement, prompting market debate over near-term selling pressure. Historical precedents show reactivated, long-dormant wallets can precede volatility or price corrections, but a single whale transfer is only one data point and must be weighed against macro factors (ETF flows, protocol upgrades, macroeconomics) and possible use of OTC desks to avoid market impact. Key facts: 13,083 ETH moved to Gemini (~$43.35M), remaining balance ≈34,616 ETH (~$115M), source: Lookonchain. Primary keywords: Ethereum, ETH whale, Gemini, exchange deposit, on-chain analytics.

Symbolic.ai, an AI journalism startup founded by former eBay CEO Devin Wenig and Ars Technica co-founder Jon Stokes, has struck a partnership with Rupert Murdoch’s News Corp announced on 15 January 2026. The deal places Symbolic.ai’s platform at the core of Dow Jones Newswires’ financial news production, marking a shift from pilot AI tools to full operational integration. The platform claims up to 90% productivity gains for complex research tasks and offers features such as research acceleration, real-time fact-checking, headline and SEO optimization, audio transcription, and workflow automation. News Corp — which owns The Wall Street Journal, MarketWatch and the New York Post — previously signed a 2024 content-licensing partnership with OpenAI; this new move focuses on operational deployment. Symbolic.ai emphasizes augmentation of journalists’ workflows rather than automation of publication decisions, and News Corp highlights human editorial oversight, bias mitigation and transparency standards. Traders should note the potential for faster, more accurate financial news delivery from Dow Jones, which could increase market information velocity and affect short-term price moves around news events. The partnership also signals broader industry momentum toward large-scale AI integration in newsrooms, with implications for news speed, accuracy and the economics of journalism.

X (formerly Twitter) has banned apps that pay users to post content — a practice X calls “infofi” and blames for large volumes of “AI slop” and reply spam. X head of product Nikita Bier announced the revocation of API access for these apps. Within an hour, Kaito.ai said it would sunset its Yaps reward product and Cookie DAO announced winding down its Snaps rewards. Both moves triggered sharp token declines: KAITO fell about 17.7% to $0.57 and COOKIE dropped about 15.5% to $0.038 (CoinGecko). The broader InfoFi market cap fell roughly 13% in 24 hours to $359.5 million. Unusual on-chain activity followed: over 1 million KAITO tokens were queued for unstaking — 20–30x normal levels — prompting speculation of insider knowledge of the ban. X said it will support affected apps migrating to other networks. Key actors: X product head Nikita Bier, Kaito.ai, Cookie DAO. Primary keywords: X ban, Kaito, Cookie DAO, AI slop, infofi, token drop. Secondary/semantic keywords: API revocation, Yaps, Snaps, unstaking, CoinGecko, market cap. Impact: immediate selling pressure on KAITO and COOKIE and wider InfoFi token volatility; traders should watch on-chain unstaking flows, liquidity, and migration plans as short-term catalysts.

Cloudflare has acquired Human Native, a London-based AI data marketplace founded in 2024, to expand its AI data tooling and creator monetization capabilities. Human Native matches AI developers with rights-holding content creators, offering transparent channels, fair pricing, and tools for discovering, accessing, and purchasing high-quality training data. The startup raised £2.8M in seed funding from LocalGlobe and Mercuri and includes team members from DeepMind, Google, Figma, and Bloomberg. Cloudflare says the acquisition will help developers source ethically-vetted datasets while enabling creators to retain control, receive compensation, and track usage — addressing concerns around unlicensed scraping and the “Napster era” of generative AI. Key takeaways for traders: the deal signals Cloudflare’s strategic push into AI infrastructure and creator monetization, potentially increasing demand for data-hosting, API, and CDN services. Expect modest revenue upside for Cloudflare over time as AI workloads and paid data services grow; near-term market impact on crypto markets is likely limited unless tied to tokenized creator economies or web3 data marketplaces.

Mutuum Finance (MUTM), a decentralized lending protocol, has advanced through presale stages after launching at $0.01 in early 2025 and is currently priced at $0.04 with a projected public launch price of $0.06. The project reports roughly $19.8M raised, ~830M tokens sold and about 18,800 holders; total supply is 4 billion, with 1.82B (45.5%) allocated to the presale. Phase 7 is selling faster and whale participation has been noted. V1 — a pooled lending/borrowing product — is planned for Sepolia testnet prior to mainnet. V1 will mint mtTokens to liquidity providers, collect borrowing fees, and channel part of protocol revenue into open‑market MUTM buybacks that are distributed to stakers via a safety module. Security work includes a Halborn review and a CertiK token scan (90/100). Analysts model short‑term post‑listing targets of roughly $0.18–$0.25 (≈4x–6x presale) if adoption and liquidity expand, and bullish 2027 scenarios of $0.60–$0.80 (≈15x–20x) assuming strong usage, buybacks and exchange listings. Key trader considerations: presale allocation and velocity, whale participation, audit findings, testnet→mainnet timeline, buyback mechanics and oracle design. Risks remain typical for presales — execution risk, market conditions, counterparty and oracle reliability — so traders should weigh short‑term volatility against potential long‑term, utility‑driven upside.

Ethereum staking reached a new all-time high with about 36 million ETH locked (~30% of supply) and roughly 2.4 million ETH in the validator queue. Around 140k ETH moved off exchanges, reducing exchange reserves to ~16.44 million ETH. Despite ETH price rising ~7% on the news, the bullish signal is tempered by strong Layer-1 competition: Solana’s tokenized RWA surpassed $1 billion and SOL led 2026 gains (~16%), while other chains like Monero posted significant rallies. Ethereum dominance (ETH.D) has been range-bound around 12%–13% for eight weeks and is approaching a key resistance near 13%; a breakout would be notable but is uncertain given competing L1 momentum. In short, rising staking and lower exchange inventories suggest a potential supply squeeze, but that alone may not trigger sustained upside unless ETH dominance reasserts itself amid cross-chain capital flows.

Uniswap has launched on OKX’s X Layer and been named the layer’s preferred decentralized exchange. The integration allows X Layer users to access Uniswap markets, token pairs and liquidity pools with swaps executed at layer-2 costs and without fees charged by Uniswap Labs. X Layer is OKX’s EVM-compatible layer-2 network, integrated with the OKX wallet and exchange to streamline asset transfers. Uniswap, one of the largest DEXs, reports roughly $4.4 billion in total value locked (per DeFiLlama). OKX founder and CEO Star Xu described the move as a core element of phase two in OKX’s three-phase rollout, which focuses on integrating major DeFi protocols and strengthening infrastructure. The partnership reflects a broader exchange trend of deploying layer-2 chains to connect centralized user bases with onchain DeFi activity, following examples such as Coinbase’s Base and Gate.io’s Gate Layer.