๐โ๏ธ As Bitcoin (BTC) and the wider crypto market continue to fall sharply, discussions about a possible โcrypto winterโ are heating up. According to Bitwiseโs Chief Investment Officer, Matt Hougan, this downturn goes far beyond a normal correction.
๐ฌ Hougan believes the market isnโt just going through a temporary dip โ itโs facing a deep and prolonged bear phase, similar to past crypto winters.
๐ In his analysis, he compared the current situation to what happened in 2018 and 2022, when prices kept dropping even while positive news, like stronger adoption and better regulations, was emerging.
๐ In a recent message to investors, Hougan explained that this crypto winter likely began in January of last year and is now approaching its later stages, rather than just starting.
โ ๏ธ โWhat weโre seeing right now isnโt a small pullback,โ he said. โItโs a classic bear market, very much like the cycles in 2018 and 2022.โ
๐ High leverage in the market, combined with early investors taking profits, has weakened price reactions โ meaning good news often fails to boost prices.
๐จ Even with the possibility of a Bitcoin-friendly FED leadership, fear remains dominant in the market. According to Hougan, this is typical behavior during strong bearish phases.
๐ Since its peak last October, Bitcoin has dropped around 39%, while Ethereum has fallen by roughly 53%. Many altcoins have suffered even steeper losses.
๐ He also pointed out that although Bitcoin reached new highs last year, the downward trend had already started months earlier โ but many investors didnโt notice it in time.
๐ฆ โInstitutional money helped hide the marketโs real fragility,โ Hougan noted. โWithout ETFs and corporate treasury buying, Bitcoin could have fallen by as much as 60%.โ
๐ Despite the challenges, Hougan remains cautiously optimistic. He believes the market is now closer to a slow recovery than to another major crash. #BTC #bitcoin
Bitcoin (BTC) and major altcoins kicked off the week facing renewed selling pressure. This decline is being linked to rising tensions between the US and Iran ๐, weaker institutional interest, and growing macroeconomic concerns ๐.
Some analysts are now warning that Bitcoin may be entering a bearish phase ๐ป. Supporting this view, CoinShares recently published a report showing massive withdrawals from crypto investment products.
๐ฐ $1.7 Billion Left the Market in One Week
According to the report, crypto funds recorded around $1.7 billion in outflows last week alone, pushing total net withdrawals this year to nearly $1 billion. Since the peak in October 2025, assets under management have dropped by approximately $73 billion ๐.
Experts believe this trend is driven by multiple factors, including:
A more aggressive stance from the Federal Reserve ๐ฆ
Large investors selling as part of the four-year market cycle ๐
Rising geopolitical instability โ ๏ธ
๐ Bitcoin and US Markets Took the Biggest Hit
When breaking down the numbers by asset, Bitcoin absorbed most of the pressure.
๐ Bitcoin: โ$1.32B
๐ต Ethereum: โ$308M
Several popular altcoins also shifted from inflows to outflows:
Interestingly, some investment products tied to tokenized precious metals benefited from the market turbulence, attracting about $15.5M in inflows ๐ช๐.
๐ Regional Capital Flows
On a regional level, the United States led global outflows with $1.65B exiting crypto funds ๐บ๐ธ.
Other notable movements included:
๐จ๐ฆ Canada: โ$37.3M
๐ธ๐ช Sweden: โ$11.1M
Meanwhile, a few countries saw modest inflows:
๐จ๐ญ Switzerland: +$11M
๐ฉ๐ช Germany: +$4.3M
๐ Final Thoughts
With heavy selling pressure, cautious investors, and rising global uncertainty. #crypto #altcoins
Since Bitcoinโs downturn kicked off in October, the months that are usually known for strong bullish momentum didnโt live up to expectations ๐๐ค
October and November โ traditionally seen as โbullish monthsโ โ surprisingly moved lower, shifting investorsโ focus toward February ๐๐
At this stage, well-known economist Timothy Peterson has highlighted February as one of the most stable and positive months for Bitcoin dating back to 2016 ๐๐
Peterson even went as far as calling February the real โUptoberโ for Bitcoin ๐ฅ
According to his analysis, historical data strongly supports a genuine upward trend. He pointed out that the average return for the week ending February 21 has been around 8.4%, with Bitcoin closing nearly 60% higher during that same period ๐๐ฅ
He also emphasized that February has consistently delivered an average weekly gain of about 7% for BTC โ outperforming even October, which traders often label as Uptober ๐ฐ๐
Peterson believes this strength is driven more by macroeconomic forces than by crypto-specific factors ๐๐ฆ
Thatโs because mid-February is typically when companies release full-year earnings reports and present optimistic outlooks. This tends to boost investor confidence, encouraging higher risk appetite โ and some of that capital often finds its way into Bitcoin ๐ผโก๏ธโฟ
โAn average weekly return of at least 7% during the two-week window from February 7 to 21!โ ๐๐
Beyond Peterson, Bitcoin researcher Sminston also remains strongly bullish on BTC over the long term ๐
Using the Bitcoin Collapse Channel model, he suggests that Bitcoinโs peak price in 2026 could land somewhere between $210,000 and $300,000 ๐๐ธ
While the model doesnโt predict exact timing, he notes that these price ranges have proven to be historically reliable ๐โ #BTC #bitcoin
๐ฅBDXN cryptocurrency with the possibility of growth in the short and medium term, I will keep an eye on it to enter if the price reaches โ 0.018 or below and I will leave my targets starting at ๐ฏ 0.019 / 0.020 / 0.0226... and of course if there is a very large variation I will leave a stop at 0.014 ๐ฅ
Since Bitcoinโs downturn kicked off in October, the months that are usually known for strong bullish momentum didnโt live up to expectations ๐๐ค
October and November โ traditionally seen as โbullish monthsโ โ surprisingly moved lower, shifting investorsโ focus toward February ๐๐
At this stage, well-known economist Timothy Peterson has highlighted February as one of the most stable and positive months for Bitcoin dating back to 2016 ๐๐
Peterson even went as far as calling February the real โUptoberโ for Bitcoin ๐ฅ
According to his analysis, historical data strongly supports a genuine upward trend. He pointed out that the average return for the week ending February 21 has been around 8.4%, with Bitcoin closing nearly 60% higher during that same period ๐๐ฅ
He also emphasized that February has consistently delivered an average weekly gain of about 7% for BTC โ outperforming even October, which traders often label as Uptober ๐ฐ๐
Peterson believes this strength is driven more by macroeconomic forces than by crypto-specific factors ๐๐ฆ
Thatโs because mid-February is typically when companies release full-year earnings reports and present optimistic outlooks. This tends to boost investor confidence, encouraging higher risk appetite โ and some of that capital often finds its way into Bitcoin ๐ผโก๏ธโฟ
โAn average weekly return of at least 7% during the two-week window from February 7 to 21!โ ๐๐
Beyond Peterson, Bitcoin researcher Sminston also remains strongly bullish on BTC over the long term ๐
Using the Bitcoin Collapse Channel model, he suggests that Bitcoinโs peak price in 2026 could land somewhere between $210,000 and $300,000 ๐๐ธ
While the model doesnโt predict exact timing, he notes that these price ranges have proven to be historically reliable ๐โ #BTC #bitcoin
Binance has officially relaunched the legendary Bitcoin Button Game for the community ๐กโก Your mission? Be the one who lets the timer hit 00:00 first and walk away with 1 full BTC ๐๐ฐ
๐๏ธ Event Duration: From January 23, 2026 at 16:10 (UTC) until the clock finally reaches 00:00 without being reset โ or up to 60 days after the game begins โณ
๐น๏ธ How to Join & Win
๐ Head to the event page and click [Register]. The game only starts once 50,000 players have signed up ๐ฅ๐ฅ
๐น Every player gets 5 free clicks during the event. ๐น If the button is locked, make sure your account is verified (KYC) โ
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โฑ๏ธ When you press the button, the timer begins counting down from 60:00. If someone else clicks before it reaches zeroโฆ BOOM ๐ฅ the timer resets!
๐ To claim the prize, you must press the button and let the clock reach 00:00 without anyone interrupting you ๐ฑ
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๐บ๐ธ๐ฐ American Bitcoin, a U.S.-based crypto firm supported by the Trump family, is continuing to stack sats! On January 27, the company added another 416 BTC to its reserves, pushing its total holdings to an impressive 5,843 Bitcoin ๐ฅ๐
This latest move highlights the growing appetite of institutional investors for Bitcoin and shows how major companies are placing digital assets at the core of their long-term financial strategies ๐ฆ๐
With this purchase, American Bitcoin has strengthened its status as one of the largest institutional BTC holders in the United States ๐บ๐ธ๐. At todayโs market prices, its Bitcoin stash is worth hundreds of millions of dollars, underlining the firmโs strong belief in crypto and its view of Bitcoin as the modern version of โdigital goldโ ๐ชโจ
Backed by the Trump family, the company is drawing attention not only from investors but also from political and financial circles ๐โ๏ธ. At a time when crypto regulation and policy debates are heating up in the U.S., these large acquisitions are seen as powerful signals of confidence to the market ๐ข๐
Despite recent volatility in Bitcoinโs price action ๐๐, analysts say that aggressive buying from major players like American Bitcoin could provide long-term support for the market ๐ก๏ธ๐ช. According to experts, this strategy shows Bitcoin is being treated not just as a short-term trade, but as a serious store of value on corporate balance sheets ๐ฆ๐ #BTC #bitcoin
Last week brought a strong rebound across Bitcoin (BTC) and the altcoin market ๐. BTC climbed all the way to $97,500, sparking hopes of a breakout above the legendary $100,000 mark ๐ฏ๐ฐ. But the momentum didnโt last โ the market turned sharply lower after Trump announced new tariff plans involving Greenland and the European Union ๐โ ๏ธ.
Now, Bitcoin has slipped back under $90,000 ๐, while Ethereum (ETH) has fallen below the $3,000 level ๐ฌ. Several top altcoins have also suffered heavy pullbacks.
What happens next for crypto depends heavily on upcoming macroeconomic and geopolitical news ๐ฆ๐. Meanwhile, fresh data from crypto analytics platform Coinglass is catching tradersโ attention ๐๐.
According to Coinglass, Bitcoinโs current price zone could trigger massive liquidations across major centralized exchanges (CEXs) ๐ฅ.
๐ If BTC climbs above $91,000, over $1 billion in short positions could be wiped out ๐ฅ ๐ If BTC drops below $88,000, around $638 million in long positions may be liquidated ๐ฉธ
In just the past 24 hours, nearly $200 million in leveraged trades were liquidated โก โ including $132 million in longs and $68 million in shorts.
Altogether, more than 109,600 traders were liquidated in a single day ๐ฑ, with the biggest hit coming from Hyperliquidโs BTC/USD pair ๐ฃ๐. #BTC #bitcoin
After the recent heavy drops in the crypto market ๐, several analysts believe Bitcoin could face even more selling pressure and possibly revisit the $80,000 level ๐ฅ.
Right now, Compass Point is recommending caution ๐จ and suggests avoiding buying the dip until BTC can reclaim the $98,000 mark ๐.
According to Decrypt, the US investment bank explained that $98,000 is not just a random resistance level โ it represents the average entry price for short-term investors ๐.
They pointed out that Bitcoin recently climbed to a two-month peak near $97,500 ๐ but couldnโt break through, slipping back below $90,000 shortly after โฌ๏ธ.
Analysts say this failure to recover $98,000 strengthens concerns that BTC could enter a longer bearish phase ๐ป.
โLast weekโs bounce was the strongest recovery since Bitcoin fell under the short-term holdersโ cost basis on October 30,โ they noted.
Still, one classic feature of bear markets is a sharp sell-off after promising rallies โ ๏ธ.
Because of this, experts warn that if Bitcoin canโt clear this resistance, a pullback toward $80,000 may be next ๐.
If that happens, analysts say it could offer a better dip-buying opportunity ๐ฐ โ but they caution that leveraged trades remain very risky โก. #BTC #bitcoin
โจ Binance Wallet Introduces 3 New AI Features to Power Smarter Crypto Discovery โจ
Binance Wallet has launched three innovative AI-powered tools on its Web platform to help users identify emerging trends, track narratives, and analyze tokens with greater clarity and speed ๐ค๐
These new features create a more structured, data-driven way to explore on-chain opportunities and stay ahead of fast-moving markets. Letโs take a look ๐
๐ฅ 1. Social Hype Social Hype monitors online discussions and ranks tokens based on social attention and engagement across BSC, Solana, and Base. Located in the Markets tab, it uses AI to track views, mentions, and sentiment to show which assets are gaining momentum in real time ๐
Key tools include the Hype Leaderboard, which ranks tokens by visibility, Mindshare, which shows how attention is distributed across timeframes, and Hype Rising, highlighting tokens with the fastest growth in social activity ๐ Users can open related posts directly and follow trends without switching platforms.
๐ 2. Topic Rush Topic Rush detects rising narratives by analyzing Meme Rush activity and influential posts on X. Accessible through Trenches > Topic Rush, it presents AI-generated topic cards that group related tokens on BSC and Solana ๐๏ธ
Topics are organized by momentum: Early (under $1K inflows), Rising ($1Kโ$20K), and Viral (above $20K). Each card includes a smart summary, launch time, associated tokens, and total inflows.
Built-in tools like Quick Buy and Batch Strategies allow users to instantly trade one or multiple tokens, or apply saved strategies to several assets at once โก๐งฉ
๐ค 3. AI Assistant The AI Assistant is a compact widget that delivers instant insights for any token on BSC, Solana, and Base. It combines narrative detection, sentiment from X, narrative scores, and a timeline of key events in one simple view
Users can pin the widget to their layout and access insights while browsing other sections, helping them understand context faster and make smarter trading decisions ๐ง #Binance #IA
At the beginning of January, Solana Mobile revealed that its long-awaited altcoin, Seeker (SKR), would officially go live on January 21st.
โจ That day has finally arrived โ and thereโs even better news: an airdrop is here!
๐ SKR Airdrop Is Now Live Solana Mobile has launched an exclusive SKR airdrop for owners of its second smartphone, the Seeker, as well as for app developers building on the platform.
๐ฑ Seeker users can easily claim their SKR directly through the wallet that comes pre-installed on the device.
โณ The claiming window will remain open for 90 days. Any tokens not claimed within this period will be sent back to the airdrop pool.
๐ฐ Tokenomics Breakdown The total supply of SKR is capped at 10 billion tokens, and a generous 30% has been set aside specifically for airdrops โ including the first distribution to Seeker users and developers.
๐ To reward early adopters, SKR will follow a linear inflation model. Inflation starts at 10% in the first year, then drops by 25% each year until it reaches a long-term rate of just 2%, where emissions are expected to level off.
๐ฅ A great opportunity for early participants in the Solana Mobile ecosystem! #solana #AirdropAlert
The week kicked off with Bitcoin (BTC) and altcoins facing fresh volatility after U.S. President Donald Trump threatened NATO nations with heavy tariffs linked to disputes over Greenland. ๐โ๏ธ
Shaking global markets, Trump revealed that a 10% import tax will be applied to products from the UK, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, the Netherlands, and Finland starting February 1st โ with a sharp rise to 25% by June ๐๐ฅ
While investors keep a close eye on escalating USโEU trade tensions, CoinShares released its latest crypto fund report showing a massive $2.17 billion inflow last week ๐ฐ๐
๐ โCrypto investment products recorded their biggest weekly inflows since October 2025, reaching $2.17 billion, even as market confidence was pressured by geopolitical risks, tariff threats, and regulatory uncertainty.โ
๐ฅ Bitcoin Stays on Top!
Breaking down the numbers, Bitcoin dominated inflows, proving once again why it leads the crypto market ๐
๐ Bitcoin (BTC): $1.55B
๐ต Ethereum (ETH): $496M
Other altcoins also attracted solid capital:
๐ Solana (SOL): $45.5M
โ XRP: $69.5M
๐ง Sui (SUI): $5.7M
๐น Litecoin (LTC): $2.3M
๐ข โBitcoin remained the main magnet for capital, pulling in $1.55 billion alone.โ
Despite discussions in the U.S. Senate under the CLARITY Act that could limit stablecoins from offering yield, Ethereum and Solana still managed strong inflows, showing investor confidence remains resilient ๐ช
A broad range of altcoins also benefited, with highlights including:
XRP ($69.5M)
Sui ($5.7M)
Lido ($3.7M)
Hedera ($2.6M)
๐ Where is the money coming from?
Regionally, the United States led by far, posting inflows of $2.05 billion ๐บ๐ธ๐ต
Other notable contributors:
๐ฉ๐ช Germany: $63.9M
๐จ๐ญ Switzerland: $41.6M
Meanwhile, ๐ธ๐ช Sweden and ๐ง๐ท Brazil registered only minor outflows, barely impacting the overall positive trend. #bitcoin #ETH
Bitcoin, the dominant force in the crypto market, is currently moving sideways near the $90,000 mark after its explosive rally ๐. With prices cooling off, investors are increasingly asking the same question: โWhat comes next?โ One of the key elements shaping market direction right now is the upcoming decision surrounding the U.S. Clarity Act ๐บ๐ธ.
The struggle to decisively move above $90,000 is being viewed by many as a temporary pause rather than a reversal โธ๏ธ. Analysts explain that this zone acts as a strong psychological ceiling, especially while large institutional players wait for clearer regulatory signals before making bold moves.
During a recent appearance, UPXI CEO Allan Marshall emphasized how crucial regulatory transparency is for cryptocurrencies to fully merge with traditional finance ๐ฆ. He believes that a clear and favorable ruling on the Clarity Act could remove lingering uncertainty and unlock a fresh wave of institutional capital ๐ฐ.
Marshall also pointed out that a positive outcome could fast-track Bitcoinโs push toward $100,000, while prolonged delays may encourage investors to lock in profits, triggering a deeper pullback ๐.
In the near term, market analysts expect Bitcoin to trade within a range of $88,000 to $92,000 ๐. Ultimately, the next major move will likely depend on U.S. regulatory developments and upcoming macroeconomic indicators ๐. #BTC #bitcoin
๐จ Zcash (ZEC) experienced a major governance shock in January 2026. The entire development team from the Electric Coin Company (ECC) โ the main group responsible for building and maintaining the Zcash protocol โ resigned after a serious conflict with the Bootstrap Foundation, which oversees the projectโs non-profit governance structure
This internal dispute quickly shook market confidence ๐ฌ, triggering a sharp sell-off that pushed ZEC down by more than 10% in just 24 hours
๐ What actually happened?
Since the early days of Zcash, ECC had been the backbone of its core development. However, disagreements with the Bootstrap Foundation over governance decisions and the long-term direction of the protocol eventually reached a breaking point.
As a result, the entire ECC development team stepped down simultaneously, raising major concerns about who will lead Zcashโs technical development moving forward ๐งโ๐ปโ ๏ธ.
The market interpreted this as a potential โleadership vacuumโ, even though Zcash still has other contributors and a separate foundation active within the ecosystem.
๐ Market reaction and price impact
Following the announcement, ZEC fell over 10% in a single day, with headlines highlighting governance risks and uncertainty around the projectโs continuity.
This decline came shortly after a very strong performance in 2025, when ZEC surged more than 800% ๐, driven by wallet upgrades, increased interest in privacy, and the growing narrative around zero-knowledge (ZK) technology
Despite the shock, some analysts argue that ZEC may still be in a medium-term consolidation phase, noting that prices had previously ranged around the $500โ$550 zone before the news
๐ต๏ธโโ๏ธ The bigger picture: privacy under pressure
Zcash was already facing challenges as a privacy-focused coin. In 2024, the market saw a record number of privacy token delistings โ including ZEC โ across centralized exchanges due to rising regulatory pressure ๐๏ธ
Still, the outlook isnโt entirely negative. #zec #zcash
As 2026 kicks off with a market rebound for Bitcoin and altcoins, a few cryptocurrencies are clearly outperforming the rest ๐. Among them, XRP โ Rippleโs native token โ has emerged as a major standout.
After jumping roughly 20% in the first week of the year, XRP earned the title of โthe hottest cryptocurrency of the yearโ from CNBC ๐.
During CNBCโs Power Lunch, host Brian Sullivan highlighted XRP as the top-performing crypto so far in 2026, ranking it ahead of both Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH).
โThe most talked-about crypto this year isnโt Bitcoin or Ethereum โ itโs XRP.โ
XRPโs sharp rise played a key role in this recognition, especially when compared to Bitcoinโs 3.6% gain and Ethereumโs 7.4% increase over the same period ๐. Many other large-cap altcoins were also left behind.
Sullivan pointed out that XRP has delivered a surprisingly strong start to the year, quietly positioning itself as a major investment asset ๐. This momentum has helped XRP climb to become the third-largest cryptocurrency by market cap.
CNBC anchor Mackenzie Sigalos also weighed in, noting that XRP managed to capture investor attention at a time when enthusiasm across the broader crypto market remained relatively muted ๐.
According to Sigalos, a major catalyst behind XRPโs rally has been consistent inflows into XRP ETFs. While Bitcoin and the wider crypto market were under pressure, investors were steadily accumulating XRP in the background.
Unlike spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs โ which tend to see inflows and outflows move closely with price action โ XRP ETFs continued to attract capital even during market weakness.
โEven during a sluggish fourth quarter, investors kept pouring money into XRP ETFs. Thatโs the opposite of what we typically see with spot Bitcoin and Ether ETFs.โ
To wrap it up ๐, data from Coinglass shows that the four spot XRP ETFs have recorded around $100 million in inflows since the start of the year, with the strongest daily inflow occurring at the beginning of this week #altcoins #crypto
After months of heavy selling pressure since October, Bitcoin and major altcoins showed a modest rebound in the early days of 2026 ๐. Still, the big question remains: is this just a short-term bounce or the start of something bigger?
According to crypto analytics firm Alphractal, the broader market is showing signs of structural fragility, despite prices holding relatively high levels โ ๏ธ.
๐ What the Data Reveals
In its most recent report, Alphractal analyzed the MVRV Z-Score for Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), XRP, and Cardano (ADA). This metric helps assess whether assets are overvalued or undervalued compared to their on-chain fundamentals.
Their conclusion? Even with elevated prices, the Z-Score suggests the crypto market is losing underlying strength.
๐ Bitcoin vs. Ethereum: A Clear Divergence
Bitcoinโs MVRV Z-Score has been weakening with every new all-time high ๐จ. Notably, the current level is below where it stood in 2024, signaling that on-chain momentum is fadingโeven as prices continue to climb. This trend hints at declining confidence among long-term BTC holders.
Ethereum, however, tells a different story ๐. ETHโs MVRV Z-Score briefly slipped into negative territory but later found strong support, suggesting that long-term investors stepped in to accumulate and defend current price levels ๐ช.
๐ XRP Weakens, While Cardano Stands Out
XRPโs MVRV Z-Score has been consistently trending lower, pointing to a gradual erosion of investor confidence ๐.
Cardano, on the other hand, is showing the opposite behavior ๐ฑ. ADAโs MVRV Z-Score has dipped into negative territoryโa zone that historically aligns more with accumulation phases than sell-offs. This implies that ADA is trading below its on-chain fair value, potentially setting the stage for future upside ๐. #altcoins #crypto
Bitcoin and the broader altcoin market kicked off 2026 with strong momentum ๐. The rally reflects a renewed appetite for risk, and one of the biggest catalysts came from a major U.S. financial powerhouse ๐บ๐ธ.
Bank of America has revised its asset allocation strategy and made a bold move toward Bitcoin (BTC) and cryptocurrencies ๐. The banking giant is now advising clients to allocate up to 4% of their portfolios to crypto assets.
As the second-largest bank in the United Statesโmanaging over $3 trillion in assets and serving more than 66 million clients globallyโthis shift is far from insignificant ๐ฆ๐ฐ. For years, the bank maintained a cautious stance on crypto, citing volatility and regulatory uncertainty. Now, that position has clearly changed.
Previously, access to cryptocurrencies was limited and largely reactive, offered only when clients specifically requested it. Today, Bank of America is proactively encouraging exposure through its financial advisors ๐๐คโa historic pivot in its approach to digital assets.
This decision could act as a gateway for a new wave of institutional capital to flow into Bitcoin and the crypto market ๐. And thatโs what makes this move especially powerful.
Weโre not talking about a small hedge fund experimenting with risk. This is a global banking institution that has survived multiple financial crises, influences international capital markets, and manages wealth for governments, institutions, and ultra-high-net-worth individuals ๐๐๏ธ.
If clients at this scale begin allocating even 4% to Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies, the implications are massiveโpotentially unlocking billions or even trillions of dollars in institutional inflows ๐ฅ. And that kind of capital could be the spark for an explosive new phase in the crypto market ๐ฅ๐. #BTC #bitcoin
Contrary to what many investors expected for the final quarter of 2025, Bitcoin (BTC) and the broader altcoin market went the other way, facing significant pullbacks instead of a strong rally ๐.
Now, optimism is shifting toward 2026 ๐. According to Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan, both Ethereum (ETH) and Solana (SOL) could be positioning themselves for major upside next year.
Hougan argues that a key catalyst could be the approval of the long-discussed Clarity Act in the United States ๐บ๐ธโa regulatory framework aimed at clearly defining how cryptocurrencies should be governed. If passed, this legislation could push ETH and SOL toward new all-time highs ๐ฅ.
He also highlighted Ethereumโs resilience throughout 2025. After dropping to around $1,500 early in the year, ETH staged a powerful comeback, more than tripling from its lows ๐. This rebound, Hougan noted, helped rebuild confidenceโespecially among institutional investors who had previously been cautious about Ethereum. Still, he warned that ETHโs outlook isnโt without risks โ ๏ธ.
Solanaโs situation, however, is a bit more nuanced ๐งฉ. While its technology and ecosystem continue to expand rapidly, thereโs still debate over whether SOLโs price can truly break past previous records. Once again, Hougan emphasized that regulatory clarity could be the deciding factor, potentially unlocking a new bullish phase for Solana ๐ก.
In summary, Hougan believes uncertainty remains the biggest obstacle for both Ethereum and Solana. Thatโs where the Clarity Act could make all the difference ๐๏ธ.
If approved, the legislation could bring long-term stability, signal strong U.S. commitment to a blockchain-driven financial system, and even unlock markets valued in the hundreds of trillions of dollars ๐๐ฐโsetting the stage for ETH and SOL to hit fresh all-time highs in 2026. ๐๐ฅ #solana #Ethereum
๐จ AURA: THE PROJECT THAT WANTS TO END CRYPTO SCAMS
Today, anyone can launch a cryptocurrency Thatโs greatโฆ but it also created a huge problem.
Every day, projects appear that look legitimate but turn out to be scams: ๐ liquidity is drained ๐ developers disappear ๐ investors are left with losses
This is exactly where AURA comes in.
๐ง What is AURA, in simple terms? AURA is an ecosystem that uses Artificial Intelligence to answer the most important question in crypto:
โ โIs this project legit or a scam?โ
It analyzes two things at the same time:
The smart contract code (what it actually does)
The behavior behind the project (who created it, wallet history, connections)
๐ Not just the code ๐ But who is behind the code
๐ AURAโs key difference: Behavioral AI Traditional audits only scan static code. AURA goes further.
Its AI performs behavioral forensics:
Analyzes wallets linked to developers Checks connections to past scams Detects suspicious project clusters
Flags funds that passed through mixers (money laundering)
It works like a blockchain digital detective.
๐ก๏ธ Dynamic Seals (NFTs that change color) Projects audited by AURA receive a verification NFT stored in their wallet.
This seal is dynamic and updates in real time: ๐ข Green = safe ๐ก Yellow = caution ๐ด Red = risk detected
๐ Investors are warned instantly, without trusting third parties.
๐ต๏ธโโ๏ธ Community-powered security AURA turns the community into watchdogs:
Users stake AURA to report suspicious projects
Valid reports earn rewards False reports result in burned tokens This discourages spam and rewards real protection.
๐ Veracity Score (0โ1000) A standardized trust score used by:
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Crypto analytics firm Santiment revealed which DeFi altcoins are getting the most attention from developers right now ๐๐ป.
Based on Santimentโs researchโusing data from key developer activities recorded on GitHubโthe report ranks the top 10 DeFi projects with the strongest developer focus as we head into 2026 ๐๐.
Here are the DeFi altcoins leading in 30-day developer activity ๐๐
๐ข DeFi tokens were some of the biggest winners during the explosive altcoin bull market of 2021. However, in recent times, many of these assets have been trading well below their former highs ๐.
โ ๏ธ Projects with high fully diluted valuations (FDV) or uncapped token supply, while maintaining relatively stable market caps, are seeing sharp price declinesโlargely due to ongoing token dilution and supply pressure ๐ธ๐.
๐ Developer activity remains strongโฆ but the market is telling a very different story. #altcoins #crypto