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$XRP has flipped #BNB to become the 3rd largest cryptocurrency by market cap.

XRP is now ranked just behind Bitcoin and Ethereum as momentum continues to build across the market.

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$SOL Bullish Continuation Structure

Solana is grinding higher in a clear uptrend, showing strong and controlled bullish continuation near local highs.

Price is holding above EMA 7 / 25 / 99 on the 1H chart after a clean impulsive move from 124. Market structure remains healthy with higher highs and higher lows. Current consolidation just below 133 looks like a classic bull flag.

Trade idea:
• LONG: 131.5 – 133.0
• TP1: 136.0
• TP2: 142.0
• TP3: 150.0
• Stop Loss: 128.8

Bullish bias stays valid as long as price holds above 130. Any pullback into EMAs is likely to be defended by buyers.

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Bitcoin has recorded its second consecutive daily green close in 2026, a modest but notable development early in the year.
After a prolonged period of sideways movement, small signs of strength like this can point to a gradual shift in market sentiment. Consecutive green days often suggest that buyers are becoming more active and willing to defend price levels, even if a clear trend has not formed yet.
It’s important to keep this in perspective. Two positive days alone don’t confirm a sustained move, but they can indicate the market is testing higher acceptance after consolidation.
With 2026 still in its early stages, tracking how price behaves around these levels may help clarify whether this early strength develops into a broader trend.

Bitcoin showed resilience. Ethereum is now showing scalability.
Ethereum’s daily transaction count has reached a new all-time high, surpassing levels seen during the 2021 NFT and DeFi cycle. The 7-day average recently climbed to about 1.87 million transactions, above the previous peak.
Network activity is also broadening. Active wallets increased to around 729,000, while new address creation topped 270,000 in a single day, the strongest inflow since 2018. Despite higher usage, transaction fees remained relatively stable.
This growth appears to be driven by network upgrades and practical use cases such as stablecoins, real-world assets, and ETF-related flows, rather than short-term speculation.
Ethereum continues to reinforce its role as a core settlement layer in the blockchain ecosystem.

BlackRock has added 1,333 BTC to its holdings ahead of the new year, representing an investment of over $115 million at current prices. This move reflects continued interest from large institutions in gaining exposure to Bitcoin.
Such activity often points to longer-term positioning rather than short-term speculation, highlighting how traditional finance continues to engage with the crypto market.

SOL is showing strength beneath the surface as 2026 begins, even while price remains below $130.

On-chain data points to whale accumulation during consolidation, a pattern often linked to long-term positioning. Network activity remains strong, with Solana recording $1.6T in DEX trading volume, ranking just behind Binance and outperforming many centralized exchanges.

However, rising NVT and falling open interest suggest short-term caution. SOL is holding near its 20-day EMA around $125, with $130 acting as the key level to watch.

While the broader market remains cautious, XRP ETFs continue to attract steady inflows.

Over just two days, spot XRP ETFs added 10.8M XRP with no recorded outflows. Total ETF holdings have now reached 756M XRP, extending a 29-day inflow streak.

Most of the demand came from Bitwise and Franklin, with Grayscale also adding exposure. In contrast, BTC and ETH ETFs experienced net outflows throughout December.

The data suggests quiet accumulation rather than speculative inflows.1311

Spot ETF flows on Dec. 31 (ET) showed continued pressure on Bitcoin and Ethereum.

Bitcoin spot ETFs recorded $348M in net outflows, with none of the 12 funds seeing inflows. Ethereum spot ETFs also saw $72.06M in net outflows, with all nine ETFs posting zero inflows.

In contrast, Solana spot ETFs recorded $2.29M in net inflows, while XRP spot ETFs saw $5.58M in inflows.

The data shows risk still coming out of BTC and ETH ETFs, while selective interest remains in certain altcoin products.83

🚀 Crypto Outlook 2026: Insights from Grayscale

Grayscale’s 2026 outlook expects Bitcoin to reach new all-time highs in the first half of 2026 and notes that the 20 millionth BTC is projected to be mined around March 2026. 

The main message is simple: 2026 could be driven more by real build-out than speculation, especially as crypto keeps integrating into traditional finance and regulation continues to mature. 

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Bitcoin is once again trading near the upper Bear Band, a level that has historically appeared late in market cycles.

While price remains above long-term trend support, momentum is starting to flatten. In previous cycles, similar conditions often resulted in a prolonged distribution phase rather than immediate continuation.

If the market follows historical patterns, potential mean-reversion zones may appear around $62K, $43K, and $27K.

This does not imply an immediate crash. Instead, it suggests compressed risk, where upside becomes harder and downside sensitivity increases.

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thereum recorded a major milestone in Q4.

According to Token Terminal, developers deployed 8.7 million new smart contracts, the highest quarterly total in the network’s history. This marks a strong recovery after weaker activity in the previous two quarters.

The growth was driven by stablecoin usage, real-world asset tokenization, and infrastructure development. Contract deployment often acts as a leading indicator, appearing before increases in users, transactions, and network fees.

Ethereum is increasingly positioning itself as a global settlement layer for on-chain finance.

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Bitcoin long-term holders have turned positive, meaning fewer coins are being sold. This often suggests that investors are choosing to hold rather than exit positions, which can reflect improving confidence in the market.
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⚠️ BlackRock moved over $200M in BTC and ETH as ETF pressure continued.

On-chain data shows 2,201 BTC and 7,557 ETH were sent to Coinbase Prime in late December. This happened on the same day Bitcoin ETFs saw –$275.9M in net outflows, led by IBIT.

This doesn’t automatically mean selling, but when moves like this happen during ongoing outflows, it usually signals a more cautious approach. Big players often adjust positions quietly before making larger decisions.

It could be routine management, or simply staying flexible in an uncertain market. Either way, it’s something worth keeping an eye on rather than jumping to conclusions.

Just sharing an observation — curious how others are reading this.
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XRP wallet distribution is back in focus.

Recent data shows more than 6 million wallets hold 500 XRP or less, while a small group of large wallets controls a big share of supply. As price rises, this gap becomes more visible.

Buying 1,000 XRP now costs much more than a year ago, which makes steady accumulation harder for retail investors. Large holders feel this far less.

Some community members say supply is not tight, pointing to roughly 16B XRP on exchanges. Others, including crypto lawyer Bill Morgan, argue XRP still mainly moves with Bitcoin’s direction, not wallet distribution.

The key takeaway: higher prices change who can accumulate, but BTC still leads the market.

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🇺🇸 PRESIDENT TRUMP SIGNING AN EXECUTIVE ORDER ESTABLISHING A STRATEGIC #BTC  RESERVE 

THIS CHANGED EVERYTHING GUYS 

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California has proposed a 5% billionaire wealth tax, and it’s raising serious concerns in the crypto industry.

The tax targets unrealized gains, including crypto holdings and startup equity that hasn’t been sold. This could pressure founders and long-term holders who have paper wealth but limited liquidity.

Many crypto leaders warn this kind of policy may push innovation outside the US, as capital and talent become more mobile.

At the same time, some firms are still expanding into the US, showing the situation is complex and still evolving.

The bigger question is whether the US can stay competitive in a global, digital economy.
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Dogecoin and the $1 question for 2026

Dogecoin has shown in past market cycles that it can attract strong attention when overall sentiment turns positive. During periods of high activity, it often benefits from increased participation across the crypto space.
From a technical point of view, reaching higher levels depends less on short-term moves and more on steady demand over time. With a large circulating supply, consistent interest and real usage matter more than brief hype.
Historically, DOGE tends to perform better when Bitcoin leads the market and confidence spreads into higher-risk assets. This pattern highlights how closely sentiment and liquidity shape its performance.
In the end, it’s not just about price targets, but about timing, market conditions, and long-term engagement.
What do you think plays the biggest role in Dogecoin’s future?
#DOGE #Bitcoin #Altcoins

BNB is approaching a key resistance level near $860, where steady buying interest has built up over time. A confirmed break above, followed by a healthy retest, often points to further gains in charts like this. If it fails, expect more sideways action. What's your view on BNB's next move? #BNB #BNBChain  #altcoinseason #MacroInsights

If Bitcoin hits a major milestone like $250K in 2026, analysts suggest stronger large-cap alts could see more interest. XRP stood out in 2025 by dropping less than the broader alt market—thanks to rising adoption and clearer regulations. Ripple's $2.7B+ in acquisitions for payments, treasury, and trading tools shows real infrastructure focus. How do you think rotation plays out in bull runs? #BTC #XRP
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