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Sensor Tower’s 2026 State of Mobile report shows consumers spent about $85 billion on mobile apps in 2025, a 21% increase from 2024. For the first time globally, spending on non-game apps exceeded spending on games. Generative AI was the primary growth driver: in-app purchase revenue for AI apps reached $5 billion and AI app downloads doubled year-over-year to roughly 3.8 billion. OpenAI’s ChatGPT led AI app spending — users spent an estimated $2.48 billion in the ChatGPT mobile app in 2025 (up 408% YoY), and overall time spent in generative AI apps surged (consumers logged ~48 billion hours). OpenAI and DeepSeek accounted for about 50% of AI app downloads, and top AI publishers’ market share rose from 14% to nearly 30%. Big tech (Google, Microsoft, X) accelerated feature investment in AI assistants, improving capabilities like image/video generation and coding assistance. Sensor Tower also noted growth in social media and streaming productivity apps, rising session volumes in AI apps (existing users increasing engagement faster than new-user acquisition), and a significant increase in mobile-only AI assistant users in the U.S. (110 million, up from 13 million in 2024).

MicroStrategy (MSTR) disclosed a major Bitcoin acquisition after filing a Form 8‑K with the SEC: the firm bought 22,305 BTC between Jan. 12 and Jan. 19, 2026, paying about $2.13 billion (average purchase price ~$95,284). That lifts MicroStrategy’s total holdings to 709,715 BTC with a cumulative cost basis near $54 billion and an average cost per coin of roughly $76,000. The purchase was funded via the company’s at‑the‑market (ATM) equity offering. Separately, Bitmine Immersion purchased 35,268 ETH (~$108.7 million) in one week, increasing its Ethereum holdings to 4,203,036 ETH. At spot prices near $3,085, Bitmine’s ETH position is valued at approximately $12.96 billion; total digital assets plus cash reserves exceed $14.5 billion (including $979 million cash and ~$22 million in high‑risk investments). Bitmine holds minimal BTC (193 BTC). Technical analysis flagged a major macro risk for XRP: the monthly Bollinger Bands midline around $1.88–$1.89 is a critical support. A sustained break below that midline could invalidate the 2024 breakout structure and, according to the chart analysis, expose XRP to a deep drawdown toward $0.20, representing an ~88% decline from current levels. The piece warns that losing the mid‑band would negate many breakout assumptions since November 2024. Key implications for traders: large institutional accumulation in BTC and ETH signals continued institutional demand and balance‑sheet allocation to crypto; XRP faces significant downside risk if monthly support fails, increasing volatility and potential market-wide sentiment shifts.

The Winklevoss twins have awarded a significant ZEC grant to Shielded Labs to support development work for Zcash privacy technology. The funding aims to accelerate research and engineering focused on shielding features and protocol-level privacy improvements for Zcash. Shielded Labs will use the grant to advance implementation, audits, and tooling that strengthen shielded transactions and zk-SNARKs integration, enhancing user privacy and network resilience. Key figures: the Winklevoss twins as grantors and Shielded Labs as recipient. The grant is denominated in ZEC (Zcash). This initiative aligns with broader ecosystem efforts to improve on-chain privacy, tooling, and developer resources for privacy-preserving crypto protocols. Primary keywords: Zcash, ZEC, privacy, Shielded Labs, Winklevoss. Secondary/semantic keywords: shielded transactions, zk-SNARKs, protocol upgrades, developer grant, crypto privacy.

The US Senate Agriculture Committee will release its version of the Digital Asset Markets Clarity (CLARITY) Act by the end of Wednesday, with a markup hearing scheduled the following Tuesday. Chair John Boozman confirmed the timing after a November draft proposed a regulatory framework for digital assets. The bill’s progress is uncertain: Coinbase withdrew support for a separate Senate Banking Committee bill last week, derailing that committee’s markup, and some Democrats are seeking greater restrictions on DeFi and stricter language on conflicts of interest and stablecoin rewards. White House crypto adviser Patrick Witt said a market-structure law is inevitable, and President Trump said he intends to sign such a bill “very soon.” Passage likely requires agreement from both the Agriculture and Banking committees and some bipartisan support; midterm elections this November may compress the timeline and reduce legislative momentum. Key actors: Chair John Boozman, Coinbase, White House adviser Patrick Witt, President Donald Trump. Primary keywords: market structure bill, CLARITY Act, DeFi, stablecoins, Coinbase.

Solana (SOL) price rose ~4% on Jan 21 as the market staged a cautious recovery, with SOL trading around $130–131 after falling from this month’s high. The token formed a cup-and-handle pattern on the 12-hour chart, suggesting a potential rebound toward the $150 resistance and, if cleared, a move to roughly $185 (50% retracement). Fundamental catalysts arrived this week: Circle launched Circle Gateway on Solana, enabling chain-abstracted, non-custodial USDC for instant cross-chain and on-chain use in DeFi, payments and treasury flows. Ondo Finance launched Ondo Global Markets on Solana — a fast-growing platform for tokenized stocks and ETFs that since September has activated 200+ tokenized securities and helped Solana reach over $1.5 billion in tokenized-stock value (DeFi Llama / TokenTerminal). Network activity metrics are supportive: Solana handled over $1.9 billion in transactions in the past 30 days and active addresses jumped ~25% to over 75 million (Nansen). Total value locked on Ondo’s product exceeds $521 million. Developers also plan the Alpenglow upgrade later this quarter, targeting throughput >100,000 TPS, a structural bullish narrative for network capacity. Implications for traders: positive on-chain adoption news and product launches may increase demand for SOL and DeFi activity on the chain. Short-term technical pattern suggests a potential bounce to $150; traders should watch breakout volume, USDC flows via Circle Gateway, tokenized-stock inflows, and overall market risk appetite for confirmation.

Weekly market analysis: selected altcoins recovered from recent lows and moved back above key moving averages, suggesting renewed upside potential while broader price action remains sideways. Dash (DASH) led gains, trading around $69.86 with a 7-day gain of 26.98%, market cap ~$878M and volume ~$440M; it rallied to $96 earlier and is now testing $70 support. LayerZero (ZRO) recovered above $1.20 to trade near $1.78 (7-day +9.82%), with resistance targets at $2.00 and $2.60 if broken. Internet Computer (ICP) is in a sideways range at $3.67 (7-day +6.80%), having failed to sustain a move above $5.00; a break below moving averages risks a fall toward $2.00. SKY trades near $0.062 (7-day +4.34%) after topping at $0.069 and must hold the 21-day SMA to continue upward. Quant (QNT) is rangebound around $78.48 (7-day +4.19%), facing resistance near $84 and downside to $68 if moving averages fail. Overall outlook: short-term bullish for these specific altcoins provided key supports hold, but gains are capped by overhead resistance — traders should watch moving averages, support levels ($70 for DASH, $1.20 for ZRO, 21-day SMA for SKY) and resistance zones before increasing exposure. This is market commentary, not financial advice.

GPTZero audited all 4,841 papers accepted to NeurIPS (Dec 2025) and confirmed 100 hallucinated (fabricated) citations across 51 papers. While the number is small relative to the tens of thousands of references submitted, the finding highlights systemic strain on peer review caused by a surge in submissions and growing use of large language models (LLMs) for drafting and formatting. Fabricated references—plausible-looking but nonexistent—are difficult to spot without manual verification or automated cross-checking. NeurIPS said core research is not automatically invalidated, but fabricated citations erode scholarly rigor and trust. Experts frame the issue as a crisis of scale, not intentional fraud, and expect responses including stricter submission rules, mandatory disclosure of AI assistance, automated pre-screening tools, and new verification services. The case underscores broader risks of unverified LLM outputs in high-stakes contexts and will likely influence conference and journal policies through 2026.

Bettors on prediction market Polymarket currently assign a 65% probability that Rojas will be found guilty in a high-profile Texas illegal abortion case, based on $11,741 in market volume. Odds reflect Texas’s strict recent abortion laws, political climate, and judicial precedents that traders see as increasing conviction likelihood. Payout examples: a $1,000 bet on ’guilty’ would return $1,538; a $1,000 bet on ’not guilty’ would return $2,857. The market’s odds signal trader sentiment and can move quickly with new legal developments or media coverage, making this a short-term event-driven market for prediction traders.

Shiba Inu (SHIB) has shown signs of cooling after a January correction: on-chain metrics point to fewer tokens in profit and increased exchange inflows, indicating profit-taking and distribution. Some former SHIB holders are reallocating capital into early-stage DeFi exposure, notably Mutuum Finance (MUTM). MUTM is running a multi-stage presale (currently $0.04 in Phase 7, with Phase 8 at $0.045) that has raised roughly $19.8–$19.9 million from about 18,800–18,900 participants. The protocol aims to offer capital-efficient lending using a USD-pegged stablecoin and yield-bearing collateral so borrowers can earn interest while assets serve as loan security. Security signals promoted include a 90/100 CertiK token scan, a Halborn audit of lending contracts, a reported $50,000 bug bounty, and code-lock measures. Community incentives (daily buyer bonuses, a $100,000 giveaway) are being used to accelerate presale momentum. Promotional materials highlight potential quick flips and outsized returns from early presale pricing; those claims are illustrative and not guarantees. Trading-relevant facts: SHIB shows distribution/weakening; MUTM presale pricing currently $0.04 (Phase 7) with next-phase $0.045; presale funding ≈ $19.8–$19.9M; security reviews by CertiK and Halborn reported; token utility centered on DeFi lending and yield-bearing collateral. This is a press-release-style update — traders should perform their own due diligence before participating.

Solana’s staking ratio has reached an all-time high of about 70%, locking roughly $60 billion worth of SOL and leaving nearly 400 million SOL effectively out of circulation. Ethereum’s staking ratio also hit a record near 30%, with about $120 billion worth of ETH staked, but the proportion of ETH staked (around 37 million ETH) is far smaller compared with Solana’s staked supply. The article highlights that Solana’s higher staking share tightens circulating supply more dramatically, creating a stronger supply squeeze that can amplify price moves. Recent on-chain flows show Solana has attracted more than 50% of bridged capital from Ethereum, around $50 million in the past seven days, and the SOL/ETH price ratio has risen ~2.13%, underscoring SOL’s recent technical outperformance. Key takeaways for traders: sharply higher SOL staking reduces available supply and may increase upside sensitivity to demand; continued capital inflows and rising SOL/ETH ratio signal growing network momentum; monitor staking trends, bridge flows and SOL/ETH relative strength for trade setups and risk management.

A public dispute between Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson and XRP supporters has emerged over the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act (Clarity Act), a U.S. bill seeking to classify digital assets and designate regulatory oversight. Hoskinson criticized Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse’s apparent support for advancing the bill despite perceived flaws, arguing it hands power to institutions that previously targeted crypto firms. The exchange began after a January 2026 livestream in which Hoskinson questioned the bill’s authorship and motives; prominent XRP community member Vet (an XRP Ledger validator) pushed back, urging Hoskinson to engage constructively with lawmakers instead of publicly attacking Garlinghouse. The Clarity Act aims to resolve whether tokens are securities or commodities and which agencies regulate them; it follows 2025’s GENIUS Act addressing stablecoin rules. Reports say the White House may reconsider support for the Clarity Act if Coinbase does not resume talks over stablecoin yield provisions. Market relevance: the dispute highlights differing industry strategies—engagement with lawmakers (Ripple supporters) versus skepticism of compromise (Cardano supporters)—which could influence lobbying dynamics, regulatory outcomes, and institutional participation. Key names: Charles Hoskinson, Brad Garlinghouse, Vet, Brian Armstrong (Coinbase). Key topics/keywords: Clarity Act, regulatory clarity, securities vs commodities, Ripple (XRP), Cardano (ADA), Coinbase, stablecoin regulation.

Shark Tank investor Kevin O’Leary said he is reallocating capital toward data centers and enterprise tech while becoming highly skeptical of most crypto tokens. O’Leary described a clear distinction between utility-driven infrastructure assets — such as data centers that support AI and cloud services — and the majority of speculative tokens that he believes lack sustainable demand. He argued that most crypto tokens will never come back to their former valuations, citing limited real-world use cases and tokenomics problems. O’Leary noted his investment strategy favors cash-generative, regulated or enterprise-facing assets over early-stage tokens. He also discussed risk management, emphasizing liquidity, revenue models, and regulatory clarity when evaluating digital-asset exposure. The remarks highlight a continued institutional shift toward infrastructure and revenue-producing tech amid skepticism about broad token recoveries. Key takeaways for traders: re-evaluate exposure to speculative tokens, consider infrastructure and enterprise plays (data centers, cloud, AI support), prioritize liquidity and revenue-backed assets, and monitor regulatory developments that shape token viability.

Solana Mobile has launched the SKR token and begun a 90-day airdrop for eligible Seeker smartphone owners and Season 1 developers. About 2 billion SKR (≈ $26.6M at announcement) from a 10 billion total-supply SPL token will be distributed to roughly 100,908 Seeker users and 188 developers across five allocation tiers. Eligible users must have activated a Seeker Genesis Token during Season 1. To claim, users open their Seeker device, go to Seed Vault Wallet → Activity Tracking and submit a claim (reserve ≈0.01 SOL for fees). Unclaimed tokens return to the airdrop pool after the claim window closes. Claimed SKR can be staked immediately via Solana Mobile’s staking feature; staking begins earning rewards right away, with inflation events every 48 hours and 0% commission at launch. Since the token launch, SKR traded with high volatility (intraday swings and a sharp uptick in volume), and market makers/partners (e.g., Jupiter) added incentives such as a $50,000 SKR prize pool to boost liquidity and engagement. The airdrop’s goals are onboarding mobile users to the Solana Mobile ecosystem, supporting governance, rewarding participation, and increasing developer activity. Traders should note token inflation schedule, immediate staking availability, short-term liquidity incentives, and potential sell pressure from large airdrop recipients when assessing SKR price risk.

ALT5 Sigma, a publicly traded fintech with a strategic WLFI digital asset treasury, has launched ALT5 AI, a new business unit to integrate enterprise AI with its crypto payment and trading infrastructure. ALT5 AI aims to build AI payment rails that combine cryptocurrency, regulatory compliance, and automated AI-driven transaction and settlement capabilities. The company named Bill Inman as Chief Innovation Strategist; he brings 25+ years in AI, blockchain and decentralized systems and will oversee AI integration, security, automation and AI-native settlement features. The announcement follows a regulatory hiccup: Nasdaq had cited ALT5 for failing to file its Q3 report but accepted the company’s remedial filing on Jan. 12, 2026; Nasdaq confirmed regained compliance on Jan. 14, 2026. ALT5 attributes the earlier delay to an internal review, auditor turnover and governance issues; it has since appointed L J Soldinger Associates LLC as auditor and filed the missing Q3 report. Key keywords: ALT5 Sigma, ALT5 AI, WLFI, AI payments, crypto payments, regulatory compliance.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump announced that Russian President Vladimir Putin has agreed in principle to join a proposed US–Russia "Peace Board," a bilateral council intended to create a formal channel for conflict-resolution dialogue. The report, first attributed to Walter Bloomberg, gave few operational details: the board’s mandate, membership and legal status remain undefined. Analysts caution the announcement is an initial political agreement rather than a finished treaty and stress that success depends on clear objectives, institutional backing and measurable benchmarks. Potential focus areas include Ukraine and Syria, plus broader strategic stability issues. Experts highlighted risks: symbolic gestures without follow-through, lack of foreign-policy establishment buy-in, and complications from overlapping interests and proxy engagements. The next steps are diplomatic negotiations to formalize terms of reference, membership and procedures before the board can become operational.

US President Donald Trump said via Truth Social that planned tariffs on several European countries tied to Greenland — scheduled for Feb 1 — will not proceed after productive talks with NATO Secretary-General and Dutch PM Mark Rutte that produced a framework for a Greenland/Arctic agreement. The cancellation eased immediate geopolitical risk and triggered sharp intraday moves across risk assets, notably cryptocurrencies. Bitcoin rallied to roughly $90,000, dropped to about $87,000, then rebounded to $90,000 at reporting, producing around $1 billion in liquidations and a ~40% rise in 24‑hour liquidations. Major altcoins outperformed BTC in percentage gains; Ethereum and several layer‑1, DeFi and meme tokens posted outsized moves as traders rotated into higher‑beta assets. For crypto traders, the story underscores that macro and geopolitical headlines (trade policy, tariffs) remain primary short‑term drivers of price action and can both relieve and amplify volatility, creating rapid trading dislocations and liquidation risk.

Denmark’s foreign minister cautiously welcomed former U.S. President Donald Trump’s public pledge not to use military force, calling it a positive, confidence-building signal amid global uncertainty. At the same time, Copenhagen issued a firm rejection of Trump’s broader political ambitions, labeling them “unacceptable” where they conflict with Denmark’s core priorities: multilateralism, rule-based order and national sovereignty. Key Danish concerns include Arctic policy (via Greenland), EU alignment and defense autonomy. Officials stressed a three-pronged approach: accept tactical assurances that reduce immediate risks, firmly defend sovereignty as a red line, and keep diplomatic channels open for dialogue. Analysts describe the stance as “compartmentalized cooperation” — pragmatic on specific security issues but resolute against policies perceived to undermine international law and European unity. The position signals that mid-sized European NATO members will cooperate selectively with the U.S. while clearly demarcating limits on systemic issues, a dynamic that may shape transatlantic relations if Trump’s influence persists.

F/m Investments filed an exemptive application with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission to permit ownership of shares of its U.S. Treasury 3‑month bill ETF (TBIL) on a permissioned blockchain ledger. The move would allow tokenized TBIL shares to exist on a regulated, permissioned ledger while remaining an SEC‑registered ETF, aiming to combine the liquidity and compliance of ETFs with the efficiency and settlement features of tokenization. The filing is an early example of a traditional ETF issuer pursuing formal clearance to record ETF ownership on blockchain infrastructure. No timetable or decision from the SEC was disclosed in the filing. Key implications include potential improvements to settlement speed, fractional ownership, and institutional custody workflows if approved, while adoption will depend on regulatory comfort, custodian support and market demand.

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse said he is very bullish on the crypto market and publicly predicted the market will reach a record high in 2026. His comment is part of a broader tech-sector roundup that also highlighted OpenAI discussing its advertising strategy. The short piece compiles statements and announcements likely to affect technology and crypto sectors, emphasizing executive views rather than new product releases or regulatory developments. Key names: Brad Garlinghouse (Ripple), OpenAI. Key theme: bullish sentiment for crypto in 2026 driven by executive confidence; separate note on AI company ad plans. Primary keywords: Ripple, crypto market, Brad Garlinghouse, OpenAI, ad strategy. Secondary/semantic keywords: 2026 market outlook, bullish forecast, technology sector, executive remarks.

Bitcoin surged toward $90,000 in a rapid move that pushed crypto liquidations above $1 billion across exchanges. The spike forced forced liquidations among leveraged positions as traders chased long exposure into a volatile rally. The price move occurred alongside political and macro headlines: former U.S. President Donald Trump announced the removal of certain tariffs, a development that stirred equity and risk-on flows and likely contributed to crypto volatility. Exchanges reported the bulk of liquidations concentrated in long positions, amplifying intraday price swings. Market participants noted heightened funding rates and order-book thinning, increasing the probability of sharp retracements. Key metrics: total crypto liquidations exceeded $1 billion during the episode, with BTC leading the move toward a $90K print. Traders should monitor funding rates, open interest, and macro headlines (tariff policy, risk sentiment) for short-term positioning. Short-term outlook: expect elevated volatility and potential mean reversion. Medium-to-long-term: persistent institutional demand and macro liquidity remain the primary drivers for Bitcoin’s trend, but headlines can produce outsized intraday moves.

XRP’s derivatives market has seen a notable pickup in activity as market volatility spikes and price falls below $2 to test $1.80 support. On-chain and exchange data show total open interest (OI) climbing to about $566 million versus a 30‑day average near $529 million, with the rise concentrated on Binance. Volatility’s standard deviation is at its highest in months while the Z‑score remains moderate (~0.57), indicating cautious accumulation rather than extreme leverage. A CoinShares report cited weekly inflows of roughly $69.5 million into XRP, suggesting steady capital rotation and institutional interest despite recent price weakness. Analysts note rising OI amid heightened volatility often precedes a decisive directional move; however, current metrics point to measured positioning and increased risk appetite rather than aggressive speculation. Key takeaways for traders: monitor OI and volatility for leverage buildup, watch Binance order-book and funding rates for short squeezes, and track institutional inflows as a medium‑term bullish signal even amid short‑term price pressure.

Glassnode data indicates XRP’s current onchain market structure closely resembles February 2022, a pattern that preceded a 68% drawdown. The firm says investors active over the 1-week to 1-month window are accumulating below the cost basis of the 6–12 month cohort, creating overhead pressure if key supports are not reclaimed. The $2 level is highlighted as a critical psychological and technical threshold: repeated retests since early 2025 corresponded to $500M–$1.2B in weekly realized losses, implying sellers cut positions there. If $2 fails, Glassnode and chart fractals suggest a deeper correction — potentially toward $1.40, $1.25, or as low as roughly $1.03 near the 200-week moving average, mirroring 2022 behavior that took XRP from $0.78 to $0.30. Adding to sell-side pressure, spot XRP ETFs recorded net outflows of about $53.3M — the second-ever outflow day and the largest since ETF launch — signaling institutional caution or profit-taking. Technical notes: XRP has broken below the 50-day SMA (~$2), increasing downside risk. The article frames these indicators as warning signals rather than investment advice.

Elliptic reports Iran’s Central Bank (CBI) purchased about $507 million in Tether USDT during a sharp rial depreciation and domestic unrest. The CBI used USDT on local exchange Nobitex to buy rials in open‑market operations that would normally use foreign‑currency reserves. After a June 2025 Nobitex security breach (~$90M stolen and burned), CBI‑linked flows shifted: funds were routed from TRON to Ethereum via cross‑chain bridges, swapped on DEXs and other venues, and dispersed across chains and centralized exchanges through late 2025. Elliptic traced multiple TRON and Ethereum wallets to the CBI using leaked purchase records and on‑chain analysis. The report notes Tether’s issuer control — roughly $37 million of USDT tied to the CBI was reportedly frozen in June 2025 — underscoring that stablecoin holdings are sanctionable and freezeable. Chainalysis data cited in the report shows Iranian crypto activity surged to over $7.8 billion in 2025 as citizens used crypto to hedge inflation and unrest. Key takeaways for traders: the use of USDT by a central bank demonstrates stablecoins’ growing role in sovereign liquidity operations, increases the risk that issuer freezes or sanctions can remove liquidity suddenly, and creates elevated on‑chain flow and exchange activity that may drive volatility in USDT‑corridor pairs and local fiat ramps.

Ripple President Monica Long forecasts that about half of Fortune 500 companies will formalize digital-asset treasury (DAT) strategies in 2026, moving corporate use of crypto from pilots to production. Core use cases are regulated stablecoins for faster 24/7 settlement and liquidity management, tokenized assets (including tokenized treasuries and on-chain T‑bills), and expanded custody relationships. Long credits U.S. regulatory progress (GENIUS Act), ETF launches and institutional channels for accelerating adoption. She cites surveys and data showing growing corporate planning and Bitcoin treasury additions, and points to idle corporate cash (hundreds of billions on S&P and European balance sheets) that tokenization and on-chain liquidity could unlock. Ripple highlights its own product stack and deals—RLUSD (Ripple USD), conditional approval for a national trust bank charter, GTreasury and Hidden Road acquisitions, and a $150m financing plus RLUSD settlement integration with LMAX—to support settlement, custody and collateral mobility. Institutional ETF activity (notably record ETH and SOL ETF volumes in early Jan 2026 and Bitwise altcoin ETF filings) and strong 2025 crypto M&A are cited as signs of momentum. Long expects more than half of the world’s top 50 banks to add at least one new custody relationship in 2026, and foresees automation and routine on-chain liquidity/collateral management. For traders, the story signals accelerating institutional infrastructure building, wider corporate balance-sheet exposure to stablecoins and tokenized instruments (beyond BTC), and potential increases in on-chain settlement flows that could change liquidity patterns.

The European Parliament’s Committee on International Trade (INTA) has suspended approval of the EU–US trade agreement reached last July, citing U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent push to negotiate acquisition of Greenland and threats to impose new tariffs of 10–25% on European goods. INTA chair Bernd Lange said Trump’s actions breach the Turnberry agreement and accused the U.S. of using tariffs as political pressure. The committee will delay the ratification process until the Greenland talks and tariff threats are clarified. Europe is considering invoking the Anti-Coercion Instrument (ACI) — a tool that can limit U.S. firms’ market access, restrict investment and slow capital flows — to counteract coercive measures. U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer dismissed the suspension, blaming EU delays in implementing the deal and calling Greenland-related concerns unrelated. Bundesbank President Joachim Nagel warned the dispute could spill into euro-area monetary policy. Shortly after the suspension, Trump posted on Truth Social that he reached a “framework of a future deal” on Greenland and would not impose the planned February 1 tariffs while negotiations continue; he named a negotiation team led by Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Key names: Bernd Lange (INTA chair), Jamieson Greer (USTR), Joachim Nagel (Bundesbank President), Donald Trump. Primary issues: Greenland acquisition talks, 10–25% tariff threat, EU suspension of trade agreement approval, potential use of the ACI. Implications: elevated geopolitical and trade risk between the U.S. and EU, possible retaliatory trade measures, and potential monetary policy spillovers.

Bitcoin rallied above $89,000 on Binance USDT perpetuals, marking a quarterly high and continuing a broader breakout that in a related report briefly pushed BTC above $90,000. The move followed a week of steady gains accompanied by rising trading volume, declining exchange reserves and higher‑lows price structure — on‑chain signals consistent with accumulation rather than speculative froth. Technicals remain constructive: 50‑ and 200‑day moving averages are bullish and RSI has not entered extreme overbought territory. Network fundamentals are strong with hash rate near all‑time highs and reduced dormant coin movement. Drivers cited include softer Fed rate expectations weighing on the dollar, continued institutional interest (spot ETF activity and filings), clearer regulatory frameworks (eg. MiCA), layer‑2 scaling progress and halving‑related supply dynamics. Derivatives markets show contained leverage and balanced long/short flows, while liquidity in futures and options has risen. Analysts highlight a structural shift toward stablecoin‑to‑BTC flows and longer holding periods from long‑term holders, which may provide more resilient support. Near‑term scenarios for traders include healthy consolidation in an $85k–$92k range or continued upside toward $100k; key risk vectors remain sudden regulatory actions or macro shocks. Traders should watch trade volume, exchange flows/reserves, derivatives skew and order‑book depth; use $89,000 as a reference support level and confirm moves with on‑chain and derivatives metrics before adding exposure.

President Donald Trump announced the cancellation of tariffs scheduled to take effect on February 1, 2025, linking the decision to a newly agreed diplomatic framework on Greenland reached with NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte. The framework outlines principles for future U.S.–Denmark cooperation on Greenland covering potential investment, security access, infrastructure, resource development (including rare earths), and scientific research. Officials said the tariff rollback followed a high-level NATO meeting and was intended to secure strategic Arctic cooperation. Economists estimate the canceled measures would have applied to roughly $50 billion in annual imports, affecting machinery, electronics and industrial components. Markets reacted modestly positive: industrial and shipping stocks edged higher and the Danish krone strengthened slightly. Danish and Greenland authorities welcomed the move but stressed protections for Greenlandic autonomy. Analysts noted the action fits a pattern of using tariffs as diplomatic leverage; immediate relief helps importers but increases policy volatility for businesses. Short-term effects include eased cost pressure for affected importers and muted market gains; long-term impacts depend on concrete investment, security and resource deals arising from the framework. Key figures: President Donald Trump, NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte. Primary keywords: tariffs, Greenland, NATO, Arctic, trade. Secondary/semantic keywords: rare earths, infrastructure investment, security cooperation, import relief.

Cryptocurrency markets swung sharply after unpredictable statements from former US President Donald Trump. Trump praised cryptocurrencies but simultaneously pursued controversial policy moves related to Greenland and tariffs. Minutes after announcing he would not impose February tariffs on the EU, Bitcoin (BTC) rebounded to about $90,000 after earlier dipping toward $87,000 when uncertainty rose. The EU has discussed potential countermeasures, including sanctions on US tech firms, and negotiations about Greenland and Arctic arrangements are ongoing, with senior US figures (VP J.D. Vance, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and Special Envoy Steve Witkoff) reportedly leading talks. Analysts warn that continued unpredictability from Trump — and further statements expected tomorrow — will likely keep crypto market volatility elevated throughout the week. Key points: Bitcoin price swing between ~$87k and ~$90k; tariff waiver announcement drove short-term bullish reaction; geopolitical talks (Greenland/Arctic) and possible EU responses add downside risk; market remains sensitive to political headlines. Traders should expect short-term volatility, use risk controls, and monitor political developments closely.

Dogecoin suffered a sharp liquidation event as the crypto market plunged, with traders losing more than $1.2 million within four hours. Long positions were hit hardest, producing a 2,563% liquidation imbalance. DOGE fell from a daily high of $0.1263 to $0.1216 in hours and is trading near $0.1260, with 24-hour volume up ~23% to $1.3 billion. The Relative Strength Index (RSI) sits at 23.7, signaling extreme oversold conditions that can precede rebounds but have so far not produced a recovery amid broader market weakness. Analyst Ali Martinez warns of further downside, citing $0.073 as the next key support. Short sellers also incurred losses (~$45,070), indicating liquidations affected both sides. Market drivers include geopolitical tension pushing capital into traditional safe havens like gold. Notable market reactions included Dogecoin co-founder Billy Markus’ dismissive comment on large market losses and a leveraged whale purchase of 15.6 million DOGE (~$2.1M) using 10x leverage. Key keywords: Dogecoin, DOGE price, liquidations, RSI oversold, crypto market selloff, support $0.073.