Senate bill, ETF flows pull market in conflicting directions: Crypto Daybook Americas
Your day-ahead look for Jan. 16, 2026
DDC Enterprise buys 200 bitcoin in first 2026 treasury move
Shares climb more than 5% in pre-market trading as the company reinforces long term Bitcoin strategy.
Cardano (ADA) Eyes $0.423 Resistance After Bullish Structure Forms
Cardano’s native cryptocurrency, ADA, could be preparing for a breakout as it has started to form a identifiable bullish chart pattern on the 4-hour chart, according to technical analyst AliCharts. Market participants are closely observing the cryptocurrency as it approaches an important level of resistance at $0.423, which could serve as the trigger for the
Coinbase Faces Criticism as Securitize Dominates Regulatory Advantage
Citron Research has sharply criticized Coinbase for withdrawing support for crypto market structure legislation, claiming the move reflects competitive concerns rather than policy issues. The report highlighted that Coinbase may be avoiding competition that could favor emerging tokenization platforms like Securitize, positioning the firm as a potential beneficiary of clearer regulatory frameworks. According to a
Bitcoin & Ethereum Ignite First Major Crypto Rally of 2026
Cryptocurrency markets opened 2026 with their first decisive rally, reversing late-2025 weakness. Bitcoin climbed above $97,000 on Wednesday, while Ethereum advanced toward $3,400. Market data showed that the rally had extended beyond the majors. Solana recovered to $148 from the beginning of January lows, while several altcoins recorded weekly gains. Analysts highlighted Bitcoin’s breakout above
Ethereum USD Climbs as Institutions Step In and Retail Traders Step Back
Ethereum USD has continued its strong start to 2026, holding steady above $3,300 as a different kind of buyer steps in to take control of the chart. Price strength held even as leveraged retail traders exited, a rare combination in crypto rallies. Zooming out, this move aligns with a broader 2025 trend in which long‑term […]
Goldman Sachs Goes All-In On Crypto And Prediction Market
You might have noticed, but institutions are increasingly interested in both crypto and prediction markets. Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon recently stated that the firm is significantly increasing its research and internal discussions on crypto technologies, with particular emphasis on stablecoins, asset tokenization, and regulated prediction markets. During the firm’s fourth-quarter earnings call in January […]
Belgium’s KBC Bank Opens Ethereum, Bitcoin Trading to Everyday Clients
Bitcoin and crypto trading rapidly shifted after the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) approved spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs in 2024. Now, not only are retailers watching, but the big boys are behind the scenes, dictating direction. As traders jostle to get in on time, buying the next 100X cryptos, bankers in Europe are […]
Iranians Withdraw Bitcoin Amid Protests and Economic Crisis, Rial Tanks to Record Low
Protests, inflation and local currency collapse in Iran have prompted citizens to turn to Bitcoin as a hedge against inflation. Iranians have been withdrawing BTC from exchanges to their personal wallets. Blockchain intelligence firm Chainalysis observed a significant shift in the on-chain behavior from December 28, 2025, to January 8, 2026. When Iran’s blanket internet […]
Interactive Brokers Lets Clients Fund Accounts With Stablecoins
Interactive Brokers has expanded its crypto offerings by allowing clients to fund brokerage accounts using stablecoins that are automatically converted into US dollars, the company said Thursday. Key Takeaways: Interactive Brokers now lets clients fund accounts with stablecoins that convert instantly into US dollars. The service offers 24/7 funding with USDC, with Ripple USD and […]
Citron Slams Coinbase Over Regulatory ‘Fear’ — Why It’s Betting Big on Securitize Instead
Citron Research has ignited a fresh debate at the intersection of crypto regulation, competition, and Wall Street power by publicly backing tokenization firm Securitize while sharply criticizing Coinbase for pulling support from a key US crypto market structure bill. The clash comes as Washington attempts to finalize clearer rules for digital assets and as traditional […]
Belarus Moves to Establish Legal Framework for Crypto Banks: Report
Belarus has taken a formal step toward integrating digital assets into its financial system with President Alexander Lukashenko signing a decree that introduces a framework for crypto banks, according to the Belarusian state news agency BELTA. Lukashenko signed Decree No. 19, titled “On Crypto Banks and Certain Issues of Control in the Sphere of Digital […]