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Circle CEO Jeremy Allaire, speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, dismissed banking industry concerns that interest-bearing stablecoins will trigger deposit flight and harm credit creation. Banks warned that rewards on stablecoins could divert up to $6 trillion (30–35%) of US commercial bank deposits into stablecoins, reducing lending capacity — an argument Allaire called “totally absurd.” He compared the debate to historical reactions to new financial products (e.g., money market funds) and noted that rewards exist across many financial services and help with customer retention. Allaire also argued lending is shifting toward private credit, fintech and DeFi channels rather than bank deposit-based lending, citing commentary that capital markets (including private credit) increasingly finance US GDP growth. He advocated for prudentially supervised, safe stablecoin “cash instrument” models that can underpin lending built on top of stablecoins. The article references similar positions from Coinbase Institute and notes the total crypto market cap at about $2.98 trillion.

Crypto sportsbooks are becoming the default betting option across Asia in 2026 as banking restrictions and payment blocks push players to use cryptocurrencies for faster, private, cross-border deposits and withdrawals. The article reviews five leading platforms favored by Asian bettors: Dexsport (decentralized, on-chain transparency), BetOnline (established offshore with crypto support), BetNow (simple crypto-friendly option for casual users), Stake (high-liquidity, live-betting focus), and Vave (hybrid platform optimized for live markets). It explains what “fast crypto payouts” mean in 2026 — a combination of platform approval processes, account history checks, and blockchain network conditions — and lists common causes of delays (security reviews, bonus checks, withdrawal limits, network congestion). The piece covers regulatory fragmentation across Asia, naming high-restriction countries (Singapore, Japan, India) and regions with more flexible access (parts of Southeast Asia). Key bettor preferences include football, cricket, basketball, combat sports and esports, plus markets like Asian handicaps, in-play betting and prop markets. Recommended player safeguards include 2FA, withdrawal address protection, transparent transaction histories and running a small deposit/withdrawal test before committing large funds. Final takeaway: speed, transparency and reliable access are baseline requirements for crypto sportsbooks in Asia, and platforms that deliver consistent fast payouts and localized UX will dominate the market.

Cardano (ADA) is holding a bullish structure above a critical support zone at $0.33–$0.35, suggesting a potential price rebound despite a 3.4% decline so far this week. A TradingView analysis flagged an active bullish divergence on the 12-hour RSI: between Nov 21, 2025 and Jan 1, 2026 ADA made lower lows while RSI made higher lows, a pattern often interpreted as downtrend exhaustion and a precursor to upside breakouts. ADA recently retested the $0.33–$0.35 demand area multiple times (mid-December and late December) and recovered each time; failure to reclaim a descending resistance line led to another retracement to this support. The analysis sets potential upside targets at $0.42 and $0.47 (aligned with early January and December highs). The bullish case is invalidated if ADA breaks below $0.33 (approx. an 8.3% drop from $0.36). The report cautions that market weakness may still prevent a rally and emphasizes risk management. (Main keywords: Cardano, ADA, bullish divergence, RSI, support zone, price targets)

Dogecoin (DOGE) is trading around $0.13–$0.15 after a >15% one-week drop and roughly 7% decline over one month; it is down nearly 50% over six months. Technical indicators conflict: a death cross (short-term moving average crossing below the long-term) points to renewed bearish momentum, while widening Bollinger Bands suggest volatility and a possible 30% breakout if DOGE clears resistance near $0.15 and $0.17. Key support sits around $0.12 and below $0.10. Traders should monitor volume and market sentiment — a close above $0.15 could enable an ~8% move toward $0.17 and beyond, while failure to hold support risks further downside. This is an informational market update, not investment advice.

On-chain data shows a sharp rise in large-holder (whale) transactions this week for Crypto.com’s Cronos (CRO), Bitget Token (BGB) and USDC on Optimism. Santiment reports week-on-week increases of roughly 1,111% for CRO and 800% for BGB among tokens with market caps above $500M. USDC transfers on Optimism jumped ~528% week-on-week, while Wrapped Ether transfers on the same network rose ~710%. These spikes occurred despite muted or falling prices: CRO slid ~0.5% over a recent day and exchange-token prices fell over 7% across the week, while BGB saw a modest intraday gain and higher trading volume. Santiment notes that whale transfer surges in exchange-affiliated tokens often precede increases in on-chain activity and centralized exchange volumes, signaling potential upcoming volatility and liquidity shifts. Concurrently, CryptoQuant data indicates continued Bitcoin accumulation by large addresses, with recent inflows to accumulation wallets reaching elevated levels. Traders should watch for increased exchange flows and short-term volatility in CRO and BGB, stablecoin repositioning on Optimism, and possible spillover effects from renewed BTC accumulation. Key stats: CRO whale transfers +1,111% week-on-week; BGB +800%; USDC (Optimism) +528%; WETH (Optimism) +710%.

Arbitrum (ARB) has moved from a narrow accumulation range into renewed downside, dropping into the low $0.20s after an 18% weekly fall and nearly 60% over six months. Price currently sits just above a key support around $0.18. Immediate resistance lies at $0.23 with a secondary level near $0.26; a lift to $0.26 implies roughly an 18% upside from current levels. Technical indicators show the RSI below 40 and a flattening shorter-term moving average, signalling reduced bearish momentum but not yet a confirmed reversal. Earlier commentary flagged longer-term bullish setups (Wyckoff accumulation, divergence vs BTC) and potential upside to $0.80–$0.90 on a decisive breakout above $0.4030, supported by Ethereum strength and layer-2 adoption. On-chain activity on Arbitrum remains stable with increased stablecoin transfers, suggesting continued network use. For traders, monitor breaks of $0.18 (bearish) and successful reclaims of $0.23–$0.26 (bullish confirmation). Also watch broader market drivers — BTC, ETH and rotation into layer‑2 tokens — which could determine ARB’s near-term trajectory.

A wallet linked to GameStop transferred its entire 4,710 BTC treasury to Coinbase Prime, an institutional trading platform, indicating a likely impending sale. Crypto analytics firm CryptoQuant reported GameStop’s average buy price was about $107,900 per BTC; at current market levels the sale would realize an estimated $76 million loss. The move signals a possible shift in corporate treasury strategy, reflecting accounting and shareholder pressures around large unrealized crypto losses. Analysts note the deposit to Coinbase Prime—rather than cold storage or an OTC desk—suggests intent for rapid liquidity. While 4,710 BTC is a sizable holding, it is a small share of daily spot volume, so the direct market impact may be limited; the main risk is negative sentiment and potential copycat corporate liquidations. The event highlights risks of timing and valuation for corporate Bitcoin holdings and may influence how other public companies manage crypto on their balance sheets.

PlanX 2026 will be held on April 27–28, 2026 at the Grand Hyatt Dubai, convening over 3,000 founders, investors and advisors focused on cross-border wealth planning. The event emphasizes protecting and scaling borderless wealth amid rising wealth taxes, stricter financial controls and geopolitical uncertainty. PlanX connects attendees with a curated room representing $10–15B+ in capital and enterprise value, featuring 50+ speakers and 70+ exhibitors. The program is structured around four pillars — Citizenship, Compliance, Capital and Commerce — and covers topics such as second residency and golden visas, offshore banking and asset protection, compliant tax strategies, payments and digital assets including crypto and Web3. Founder Frankie Ngo framed the event as a practical forum for building resilient, multi-jurisdictional structures rather than reactive fixes. Dubai was chosen for its strategic location, zero income tax and concentration of high-net-worth individuals (81,000 millionaires as of 2025). PlanX also offers curated deal rooms and targeted introductions to turn conversations into executable plans. The conference positions itself as a year-round platform bridging policy, infrastructure and execution for high-intent global founders and investors. (Note: not investment advice.)

Crypto sportsbooks are becoming mainstream among NFL bettors in 2026 as players prioritize faster payouts, fewer payment restrictions and greater control over funds. Leading platforms reviewed for 2026 include Dexsport (decentralized, on-chain transparency, no KYC, instant or near-instant settlements, strong live-betting and early cash-out features), Cloudbet (long-established crypto sportsbook with deep markets, high limits, automatic withdrawals and broad NFL coverage) and BetNow (simple, user-friendly interface supporting both fiat and crypto, suited to recreational bettors). Key NFL markets — moneyline, point spreads, totals, player props, parlays and in-play betting — are widely supported across crypto sportsbooks. Experienced bettors evaluate market depth, live-betting stability, high limits, withdrawal speed and platform reliability. Safety guidance includes selecting licensed, reputable sites, testing withdrawals with small amounts and keeping bankrolls separate from long-term crypto holdings. 2026 trends: growth in live and micro-markets, mobile-first designs, increased prop wagering and rising demand for fast, predictable payouts. For traders, the move toward crypto-native sportsbooks increases demand for BTC and stablecoins for on-platform liquidity and quicker settlement, but crypto betting largely complements regulated U.S. apps rather than replacing them.

BTCC, the long-running crypto exchange founded in 2011, reported record 2025 results: $3.7 trillion total trading volume (futures $3.27T; spot $431B), 11 million users (up 60% YoY), and sustained monthly Proof of Reserves above 100%. Tokenized real-world asset (RWA) activity surged—quarterly RWA volumes rose from $1.2B in Q1 to $22.7B in Q4—producing $53.1B in tokenized futures for the year. Product and UX upgrades in 2025 included a UI refresh, a revamped VIP program and TradingView integration for futures. BTCC also broadened marketing and partnerships, naming NBA All-Star Jaren Jackson Jr. as a global brand ambassador and collecting industry awards. Looking to 2026, BTCC plans three strategic priorities: (1) deploy AI-powered trading and risk-management tools for professional and retail traders to improve execution and risk controls; (2) significantly expand RWA offerings and add new tokenized asset classes and trading pairs after an 18x RWA quarterly growth; and (3) launch a next-generation, multi-asset trading platform combining derivatives, spot and matching engines with new wealth-management features. For traders, the developments signal deeper liquidity in futures and RWA markets, faster execution and new product rails that may create more trading and hedging opportunities across tokenized assets.

Binance founder and CEO Changpeng Zhao (CZ) told reporters in Davos that he no longer has the drive to start new projects after the exhaustion of previous entrepreneurial cycles and will focus on investing instead. CZ said he is “too tired” to undertake the intense work of launching new ventures and prefers to concentrate on investment activities. He highlighted a notable shift in the U.S. stance on crypto, saying America’s changing approach carries symbolic weight and is influencing other countries — citing Thailand and several Central Asian states as examples. CZ also praised the UAE for granting Binance global licences for nearly all its business lines, including futures, roughly two months earlier, saying the UAE’s support has been important to Binance operations. The comments reflect leadership fatigue, geopolitical regulatory shifts, and Binance’s recent licensing progress in the UAE. Main keywords: Binance, CZ, investment focus, UAE licences, US crypto policy.

A U.S. buyer ordered an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 from Amazon, canceled the order after finding stock at a local Micro Center, and received a full refund. Days later the RTX 5080 still arrived. After contacting Amazon customer service and offering to pay or return it, the buyer was told the refund had already been processed and the company said they could keep the card. The RTX 5080 (ASUS ROG Astral series) retails around $1,850–$2,000 in the U.S. Amazon sometimes allows customers to keep low-value items when returns are uneconomical; in the U.S., consumer-protection rules also state unsolicited shipments cannot be charged to recipients. The incident was shared on Reddit and drew attention across online hardware communities as an unusually valuable "gift."

Blockchain analytics firm Elliptic found that A7A5, a ruble‑pegged stablecoin tied to Russian financial networks, processed over $100 billion in on‑chain transfers across multiple chains (Ethereum, TRON, etc.) within about a year of its launch. Elliptic’s analysis shows A7A5 primarily functioned as a directed settlement tool that bridged ruble value into USDT liquidity, enabling Russian‑linked entities to convert ruble exposure into the larger USDT market while reducing long‑term exposure to wallets at risk of freezes. Activity was concentrated on a small number of venues, including a Kyrgyz exchange and project infrastructure, and roughly 41,000 addresses interacted with the token. The token’s dual‑chain issuance and centralized governance (issuer can freeze assets and blacklist addresses) helped rapid adoption but also raised compliance and counterparty risk. Growth accelerated early but slowed after mid‑2025 as enforcement and infrastructure sanctions curtailed flows: US sanctions in August 2025 reduced USDT liquidity into A7A5 DEXs, the EU sanctioned A7A5 in October 2025, and Uniswap blacklisted the token in November 2025. Elliptic concludes A7A5 illustrates how non‑USD stablecoins can facilitate sanctioned trade yet remain vulnerable to enforcement, suggesting a structural ceiling unless geopolitical or market conditions change. Traders should watch liquidity fragmentation, exchange and DEX delistings/blacklists, USDT/A7A5 and ruble‑pair flows, on‑chain swap volumes, and regulatory actions that could affect ruble‑linked tokens and broader stablecoin listings.

Circle CEO Jeremy Allaire told Davos attendees that claims interest-bearing stablecoins would cause mass bank withdrawals and destabilize credit markets are "totally absurd." He compared yield-bearing stablecoins to government money market funds, arguing both can coexist with banks without systemic disruption. Allaire said issuers earn revenue from reserves and partnerships and could share small rewards without threatening monetary policy or bank operations. He also noted a broader secular shift of credit away from banks toward private credit and capital markets and expressed interest in building credit models on top of stablecoins. Newer remarks added at Davos stressed AI as a major demand driver: Allaire said "billions of AI agents" will need a payments medium, positioning stablecoins as the only viable option today. The comments come amid U.S. legislative scrutiny of stablecoin yields — including draft Senate and CLARITY Act language proposing limits or bans on interest for idle stablecoin balances — and warnings from some banks that large deposit migration could occur if yield-bearing stablecoins scale. Industry figures at Davos, including former Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao and Mike Novogratz, echoed the view that stablecoins will underpin future AI-driven payments. For traders: the debate raises regulatory risk and sector attention. Clear regulatory outcomes (e.g., bans or limits on stablecoin yields) would be negative for stablecoin issuers and yield products; conversely, permissive rules and broader adoption — particularly via AI-driven use cases — would support growth and demand for stablecoin liquidity products.

Thailand’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved in principle rules to permit digital asset exchange-traded funds (crypto ETFs) and is finalising detailed investment and operational requirements, with initial ETF rules expected early this year. The SEC also plans to enable regulated crypto futures trading on the Thailand Futures Exchange (TFEX), introduce market makers to support liquidity, and classify digital assets under the Derivatives Act to provide clearer legal footing. The regulator recommends retail investors limit crypto exposure (suggested around 5% of portfolios) and aims to simplify access by removing custody and wallet-security barriers through ETF structures. The move follows regional precedents—US and Hong Kong approvals for spot BTC/ETH ETFs in 2024 and similar plans in South Korea—highlighting growing institutional acceptance in Asia. The article notes recent weak net inflows into US spot BTC ETFs and a short-term Bitcoin pullback (around $89,100 at reporting), but stresses that Thailand’s regulatory steps could attract traditional investors, increase derivatives liquidity on TFEX, and offer hedging tools for traders.

Binance founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ) urged investors to buy and hold cryptocurrency as a long-term hedge against job losses driven by artificial intelligence. Speaking amid growing corporate concerns about AI-driven layoffs, CZ argued that disciplined crypto ownership can help some individuals achieve financial independence and enable early retirement, echoing advocates like Michael Saylor who promote Bitcoin for generational wealth. The coverage notes rising institutional adoption (e.g., BlackRock, Fidelity) and new blockchain jobs as tailwinds, but stresses crypto’s high volatility—with many altcoins still far below 2021 peaks—and regulatory uncertainty (MiCA, U.S. spot-Bitcoin ETF developments). Analysts and critics warn that crypto-funded retirements are uncommon and subject to survivor bias: early Bitcoin holders benefited, while many later buyers suffered losses. Practical trader guidance in the articles includes portfolio diversification, risk limits, dollar-cost averaging, secure cold storage, tax compliance, and keeping abreast of macro and regulatory changes. For traders, the headline is clear: CZ’s comments reinforce a long-term, buy-and-hold thesis for Bitcoin and major digital assets, but the approach requires disciplined allocation, strong risk management, and acceptance of significant short-term price swings.

The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) plans to roll out a blockchain-based trading platform later this year to enable 24/7 trading of tokenized stocks and ETFs. The move signals growing leadership by regulated financial incumbents in tokenization, potentially crowding out crypto-native trading venues due to the NYSE’s regulatory status, scale and institutional trust. Tokenized gold products (notably XAUT and PAXG) have seen rapid volume growth amid a historic gold rally; trading volumes for these tokenized assets have surpassed many gold ETFs and are increasingly used in DeFi to generate yield. Ethereum metrics showed a recent surge in transactions and active addresses, but much of this activity appears driven by low-value address-poisoning scams and not genuine user adoption, complicating headline interpretations of network growth. The article also highlights a broader adoption barrier: user-side security burdens and key-custody responsibilities that make mainstream blockchain use more difficult. Key keywords: tokenized stocks, tokenized gold, NYSE, XAUT, PAXG, Ethereum, onchain utility, DeFi yield.

Ripple has secured over 75 global regulatory licenses across major jurisdictions, a milestone the company says strengthens its position as a regulated payments and digital-asset provider. Recent approvals in the U.K. include an Electronic Money Institution license and Cryptoasset Registration from the Financial Conduct Authority, enabling Ripple to operate payment and asset services within the U.K. market. Ripple also holds licenses from regulators such as the Dubai Financial Services Authority and the Monetary Authority of Singapore, alongside more than 50 U.S. state Money Transmitter Licenses and a New York BitLicense. In the U.S., Ripple has received conditional approval toward a banking license, which would allow it to offer custody, payment services, and liquidity solutions within a regulated banking framework. The company’s licensing push, combined with partnerships with institutions like BBVA, DBS and Société Générale’s crypto division, is presented as a strategic move to increase institutional trust and drive XRP adoption for cross-border settlement. For traders, this regulatory progress may increase institutional demand and liquidity for XRP, potentially supporting price appreciation and wider market access, though outcomes depend on execution, macro conditions and regulatory developments. This article is informational and not financial advice.

XRP funding rates on Binance have been persistently negative in recent months, indicating crowded short positions that analysts say create “latent” buying pressure likely to fuel short squeezes if prices turn up. On-chain analyst Darkfrost notes similar funding patterns preceded XRP rebounds of ~50% in Aug–Sep 2024 and ~100% in April 2025. XRP has tested a $1.80–$2.00 support zone — the same area that launched the 100% rally to $3.66 in April 2025 — and a decisive reclaim of $2.22 (50-week EMA) would reinforce the bullish case. Conversely, losing $1.80–$2.00 could expose XRP to a drop toward the 200-week EMA near $1.40. Glassnode data also shows retests of $2 since early 2025 coincided with $500M–$1.2B weekly realized losses, suggesting owner capitulation at that level. Key implications for traders: crowded shorts increase short-squeeze risk; monitor funding rates, support at $1.80–$2.00, and reclaim of $2.22 for bullish confirmation; a breakdown opens targets near $1.40. This is not investment advice.

Worldcoin will host the 2026 World Build Korea Hackathon in Seoul to accelerate practical uses of World ID, its privacy-preserving proof-of-personhood protocol. Developers, designers and entrepreneurs must build prototype Web3 “Miniapps” that require World ID verification to ensure unique human users and guard against AI, bots and Sybil attacks. The event targets applications across AI allocation, Web3 governance, social platforms, gaming/metaverse and DAO/community tools. The hackathon offers a $5,000 prize pool, networking and potential integration into the Worldcoin ecosystem, and is supported by South Korean blockchain groups (Decipher, Oracle, BADG, Identei, Ewhachain, SKKrypto, Layer-A, De-Butler) and media partners (HumanLabs, TokenPost, Bitcoin World, 071Labs). Organizers frame the Seoul event as a practical testbed for biometric-enabled, zero-knowledge proofs of personhood (via the Orb) to reduce Sybil fraud and expand World ID adoption — a move that could increase utility for the WLD token and reinforce Seoul’s role as a regional Web3 hub.

WOW Exchange, a Hong Kong–based trading platform developed by WOW LLC, announced rapid user growth after introducing its new social "Campaign" feature. The company reported more than 50,000 registrations within five days of the campaign launch and overall user figures surpassing 80,000. The Campaign lets users verify social accounts, share and engage with branded content, and earn exchange rewards—blending social engagement with on-chain or platform activity. WOW highlights built-in security (hybrid hot/cold wallets, multilayer risk controls) and AI-driven analytics, and positions the Campaign as a tool to boost InfoFi and Web3 project engagement by enabling developers to create custom reward campaigns. Management frames the product as community-driven and iterative, with planned expansions including deeper analytics, more campaign customization, additional asset listings, and partnerships with InfoFi and Web3 initiatives. The announcement is a paid press release; readers are reminded it is not investment advice.

The Bank of Japan on Jan. 23 voted 8–1 to keep its policy rate at 0.75%, the level set after December’s hike and the highest in about 30 years. The BOJ raised its inflation forecasts and left the door open to further tightening, but the decision matched market expectations and avoided an immediate policy shock. Crypto markets reacted modestly: Bitcoin traded slightly below $90,000 after the announcement. Technicals show fading momentum — BTC is below the 20-day moving average, testing the 50-day near $92,000, with RSI in the mid‑40s and rising volatility following a compression phase. Key near-term support sits at $89,500–$90,000; a daily close below $89,000 could trigger a drop toward $87,000–$88,000. Upside resistance remains at $92,000–$94,000 and the $97,000–$98,000 zone. Traders should monitor BOJ forward guidance and yen liquidity flows: past BOJ tightening episodes (notably March, July 2024 and Jan 2025) coincided with sharp Bitcoin corrections of roughly 23–30%, suggesting another tightening cycle could pose downside risk. Some technical analysts still point to support near the monthly EMA-21 and the potential for a brief rally toward $100k–$105k before any renewed sell-off. For traders, the BOJ decision is a near-term catalyst likely to sustain volatility—watch the monthly EMA-21, the $90k area for support, and the $70k–$88k range as contingent downside zones if historical correlations reassert.

Vietnam’s State Securities Commission (SSC) opened the application window on 20 January 2026 for operational licences for digital-asset trading platforms, formally launching a five-year pilot launched in September 2025. The move follows the Digital Technology Industry Law (effective 1 Jan 2026) and administrative procedures under Resolution/Decision No.96. The pilot sets stringent entry requirements: applicants must be Vietnamese legal entities, hold minimum paid-in capital of VND 100 trillion (≈USD 380 million), ensure domestic/institutional shareholders control at least 65% of voting shares, and cap foreign ownership at 49%. The framework prohibits issuing assets backed by fiat or securities and does not grant legal-tender status to digital assets. Regulators had previously said no applications were received because of the high thresholds; since then several major banks and securities firms (including SSI Digital/SSI Securities, VIXEX/VIX Securities, Military Bank, Techcombank and VPBank) have signalled intent to apply. As of the licence window opening, authorities have not confirmed any received or approved applications. Traders should note the application start date, elevated capital and ownership thresholds, the likely dominance of large domestic financial institutions in any licensed market, and the probability of a slow, tightly controlled rollout — factors that could limit liquidity and exchange competition in the near term.

Asset manager Strive plans to raise up to $150 million by issuing variable-rate Series A perpetual preferred shares (ticker: SATA). Proceeds, together with existing cash and potential hedge unwind gains, will be used to repay liabilities of its subsidiary Semler Scientific — including repurchasing part of Semler’s 4.25% convertible notes due 2030 and paying down a loan under a Coinbase Credit facility. Any remaining funds may be used to add to Strive’s Bitcoin (BTC) holdings. Strive also intends to privately exchange SATA shares with some Semler convertible-note holders, which would reduce the public offering size without generating cash. The SATA shares carry an initial annual cash dividend of 12.25%, paid monthly, with a market-linked reset; Strive may redeem shares (typically at $110 plus unpaid dividends). Barclays and Cantor Fitzgerald are joint bookrunners; Clear Street is co-manager. The move follows Strive’s January all-stock acquisition of Semler Scientific, which brought Semler’s 5,048.1 BTC into Strive’s inventory and raised Strive’s total position to 12,797.9 BTC after the deal. Strive has previously raised billions for bitcoin-related investment initiatives this year. The fundraising occurs as crypto reserve companies face pressure in 2026 from falling crypto prices and valuation declines, prompting industry warnings that many reserve-focused firms could struggle without new revenue sources.

Bitcoin (BTC) has consolidated between $88,000 and $91,000, prompting debate over whether a broader bearish phase has begun. Key on-chain metrics point to mixed signals: the share of Bitcoin supply in profit (a core indicator of investor profitability) briefly entered the historically constructive 75% zone but has fallen to about 71.5%. CryptoQuant data show that restoring supply-in-profit to 75%–80% would likely support stability and resume upward momentum. Large holders (whales) have increased accumulation, with whale balances near 3.2 million BTC and monthly whale holdings rising to the highest level since early January. Inflow to accumulation addresses corroborates this buying activity. Meanwhile, the Long-Term Holder Binary Coin Days Destroyed (CDD) sits near 0, indicating long-term holders remain largely dormant and are not selling. Retail investors have been net sellers, but the combined behavior of whales and long-term holders means only ~3.5% more of circulating supply needs to return to profit to reach the 75% threshold. For traders, these signals suggest downside risk if supply-in-profit continues to fall (potential pressure toward lower $80,000s), but sustained whale accumulation and dormant long-term holders keep the broader bull case viable. Primary trading considerations: monitor the supply-in-profit metric (75% threshold), whale balance trends, accumulation address inflows, and short-term retail selling pressure.

Bitcoin and the Japanese yen held steady after Japan reported easing inflation and the Bank of Japan (BoJ) kept interest rates unchanged. Consumer price inflation slowed year-on-year to 2.6% in December, down from prior readings, falling below market expectations and signaling a moderation in domestic price pressures. The BoJ maintained its policy stance and left interest rates unchanged, reinforcing expectations that aggressive tightening is unlikely in the near term. Traders reacted by keeping BTC prices largely stable while the yen showed limited movement against the dollar. Market participants interpreted the data and BoJ decision as reducing immediate upside pressure on global risk assets but not triggering a sharp sell-off. Key takeaways for traders: (1) Japan’s cooling inflation reduces the probability of rapid BoJ tightening, which can support risk-on assets like Bitcoin by keeping global liquidity conditions relatively accommodative; (2) a stable BoJ stance limits near-term yen appreciation, reducing currency-driven volatility in crypto pairs involving JPY; (3) the outcome is likely to produce muted, short-term price reaction rather than directional breakouts — traders should monitor follow-up CPI releases, BoJ commentary, and global macro cues (US CPI, Fed signals) for catalysts. Primary keywords: Bitcoin, Bank of Japan, Japan inflation, BoJ interest rates. Secondary/semantic keywords: yen, CPI, risk assets, liquidity, central bank policy, crypto trading.

Threshold Network announced a stake-based fee waiver program for its tBTC bridge designed to improve decentralization and economic security. Under the new policy, keepers who stake Threshold’s T token and maintain larger locked positions receive reduced protocol fees when participating in tBTC operations. The change targets concentrated custody risk and aims to incentivize a broader, long-term keeper base by aligning economic incentives through staking. Threshold’s move is positioned as a risk-management and decentralization enhancement rather than a revenue cut; fee waivers are conditional on stake size and behavior, and can be adjusted by governance. The update is expected to attract more active, well-capitalized keepers and to lower barrier-to-entry concerns, potentially improving tBTC reliability and user confidence in BTC on Ethereum. Traders should note potential shifts in on-chain activity, keeper composition, and liquidity dynamics around tBTC and related wrapped-BTC instruments.

This analysis examines Celestia (TIA) as the first modular blockchain focused on consensus and data availability, and offers scenario-based price forecasts through 2030 grounded in adoption metrics rather than speculation. Core drivers are rollup and sovereign chain adoption, volume of data blobs posted, staking activity, and total value secured (TVS). Competing solutions include Ethereum’s danksharding (EIP-4844) and Avail. Analysts (Delphi Digital, Messari) and Celestia co-founder Mustafa Al-Bassam emphasize modular design’s scalability benefits. The piece outlines bull, base and bear scenarios for 2026, 2027 and 2030 tied to adoption levels and key catalysts: mainnet stability, partnerships, developer tooling, and regulatory clarity. Risks include slow modular adoption, competition from Ethereum upgrades, security issues, and adverse regulation. Traders are advised to monitor on-chain KPIs (active rollups, data posted, staking metrics), developer growth, and competitive landscape. The report stresses that TIA’s long-term value is use-case driven—demand for data availability will determine token utility and price—while short-term price action will remain correlated with broader crypto market cycles.

Toobit, a Cayman Islands-based centralized crypto exchange founded in 2022, promoted its 2025 achievements and product suite aimed at delivering a holistic trading experience. The platform reports 4 million registered users across 100+ countries, over 1,000 trading pairs, and up to 200x leverage on BTCUSDT and ETHUSDT perpetuals. Key security features include the Bee-safe ecosystem (24/7 monitoring), multi-signature cold storage, multi-party computation (MPC) to remove single points of failure, a $50 million Shield Fund, recognized-device login alerts, mandatory 2FA, and optional KYC for basic spot/futures trading. Toobit claims 1:1 Proof of Reserves with independent audits (e.g., Hacken). Product highlights: spot, futures, perpetual contracts, copy trading, TradingView integration (multi-chart and 18 chart types), customizable workspace, zero-fee internal swaps, and fee rates (buy 0.1%, sell 0.075%). Advanced offerings include Toobit Synapse (Claude-based market/regulatory sentiment intelligence), multi-model AI copy trading (Grok, Gemini, DeepSeek), DEX+ for on-chain trading on Solana and BSC without external wallets, and a Telegram mini app for simple transfers. The exchange also touts awards for derivatives platform, UI and educational platform in 2025. The announcement is a paid promotion and not investment advice.