US-Venezuela Conflict: Is a Bitcoin Crash Imminent? On-Chain Data Reveals Surprise Resilience

US-Venezuela Conflict: Is a Bitcoin Crash Imminent? On-Chain Data Reveals Surprise Resilience

Bitcoin markets showed little sign of panic over the weekend, despite the geopolitical risk exploding as a result of a dramatic escalation between the United States and Venezuela that culminated in the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. Although the headlines would normally shake risk assets, Bitcoin stood just below the $90,000 price, which brings […]

2026-01-05
Why Is Crypto Up Today? – January 5, 2026

Why Is Crypto Up Today? – January 5, 2026

The crypto market is up today, with the cryptocurrency market capitalisation increasing by 1% to $3.24 trillion. Also, 87 of the top 100 coins have gone up over the past 24 hours. At the same time, the total crypto trading volume is at $101 billion. TLDR: Crypto market cap is up 1% (Monday morning, UTC); […]

2026-01-05
Crypto Market News Today, 5 January 2026: A Fragile Rally At The Start Of 2026, Venezuela’s “Shadow Reserve” Of Bitcoin In Focus

Crypto Market News Today, 5 January 2026: A Fragile Rally At The Start Of 2026, Venezuela’s “Shadow Reserve” Of Bitcoin In Focus

US macro data, renewed geopolitical tensions and fresh crypto market momentum are setting up a highly eventful first full trading week of 2026. And crypto is starting the week on firmer footing after a bruising Q4 2025 that saw Bitcoin correct roughly 35% from its cycle top and sentiment plunge toward “extreme fear.”  Today, 5 […]

2026-01-05
Crypto Markets Add $200 Billion Since New Year’s Eve as BTC Taps $93K: Market Watch

Crypto Markets Add $200 Billion Since New Year’s Eve as BTC Taps $93K: Market Watch

Bitcoin’s gradual price recovery continues as the asset exceeded $93,000 earlier today for the first time since mid-December and now sits around it. Several altcoins have also doubled down in terms of daily gains, with ETH closing down on $3,200, while XRP has jumped past $2.10. BTC Eyes to Reclaim $93K Following the brutal ending […]

2026-01-05
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3 Altcoins at Risk of Liquidations as January Volatility Surges​

Positive sentiment shows signs of returning to the market in the first week of January, pushing altcoins toward a recovery. However, doubts remain over whether this rebound can last. Several altcoins could trigger large liquidations as their derivatives data approach danger zones that caused liquidations in the past. Which altcoins stand out? Sponsored Sponsored 1. […]

2026-01-05
Japan Finance Minister Backs Crypto on Stock Exchanges, Declares 2026 ‘Digital Year’​

Japan Finance Minister Backs Crypto on Stock Exchanges, Declares 2026 ‘Digital Year’​

Japan wants in on the crypto ETF wave. Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama announced government support for integrating digital assets into the country’s stock and commodity exchanges. She made the statement during her New Year address at the Tokyo Stock Exchange on Monday. Katayama called 2026 the “first year of the digital era” and pointed directly […]

2026-01-05
Crypto Markets Today: Bitcoin climbs to highest level in four weeks as altcoins lag

Crypto Markets Today: Bitcoin climbs to highest level in four weeks as altcoins lag

Bitcoin briefly topped $93,000, driving a risk-on tone across markets, but uneven altcoin performance suggest traders remain wary of a near-term pullback.

2026-01-05
Bank of America will allow wealth advisers to recommend Bitcoin from Monday

Bank of America will allow wealth advisers to recommend Bitcoin from Monday

Bank of America will enable advisers across Merrill and its private bank to recommend four spot Bitcoin ETFs, expanding beyond client-led access.

2026-01-05
Bitcoin’s (BTC) Time? Gold Cooldown Signals Crypto Window

Bitcoin’s (BTC) Time? Gold Cooldown Signals Crypto Window

Bitcoin is trading near $92,500 at press time, showing a 1% gain over the past day. The asset has now risen for five straight sessions, marking the longest upward streak since October. Meanwhile, trading volume has crossed $37 billion. Other large-cap assets like Ethereum, Solana, and XRP have also posted gains between 0.7% and 3% […]

2026-01-05
AAVE Price Rebounds Sharply, Critical Resistance Break Could Trigger $180 Surge

AAVE Price Rebounds Sharply, Critical Resistance Break Could Trigger $180 Surge

Aave (AAVE) is showing early signs of recovery after a sharp pullback, as price action shifts focus back to key resistance levels.  At the time of writing, Aave was trading at $163.95, registering a 0.37% increase in value in the past 24 hours. The token registered a trade volume of $312.64 million in the past

2026-01-05
Ethereum Price Holds Key Support as ETH Eyes Potential Early 2026 Rally

Ethereum Price Holds Key Support as ETH Eyes Potential Early 2026 Rally

Ethereum is currently trading close to a critical support level, which keeps the market vigilant about its upcoming move. The upcoming move for Ethereum in the short run would greatly depend on its reaction to significant resistance points. A possible rally may emerge soon, but further decline may happen first. Ethereum Nears Critical Support Level

2026-01-05
Bitcoin Nears $92,000 as Volatile Weekly Close Sparks Breakdown Risks

Bitcoin Nears $92,000 as Volatile Weekly Close Sparks Breakdown Risks

Bitcoin (BTC) hovered close to its year-to-date highs into Sunday’s weekly close, keeping market participants alert for possible liquidity sweeps. BTC remained above the $91,000 mark for most of the weekend. Bitcoin price continued to move higher over the weekend, adding nearly 2% as it briefly touched the region of $92,000. The price escalation happened

2026-01-05
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