Venezuela, Geopolitical Risk, And Bitcoin: What On-Chain Data Really Shows
Bitcoin has pushed back above the $92,000 level after spending several days trapped below $90,000, offering a brief sense of relief to a market that has remained under pressure since late 2025. The rebound has helped stabilize short-term sentiment, but confidence remains fragile. Many analysts continue to warn that 2026 could evolve into a broader […]
Crypto wallet firm Ledger faces customer data breach through payment processor Global-e
Ledger is dealing with a new data exposure incident involving its third-party payment processor, Global-e, according to pseudonymous blockchain sleuth ZachXBT.
Vitalik Buterin declares Ethereum solved crypto Trilemma, yet his 2030 roadmap exposes a massive ideological risk
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has stated that the blockchain network must decide between chasing speculative trends or fulfilling its original promise as a neutral “world computer.” In two separate detailed posts on the social media platform X, Buterin reflected on 2025 as a year of significant technical progress. However, he cautioned against the network’s growing […]
Coinbase drops peso-based services in Argentina less than a year after market entry
The move is deemed a “deliberate pause” and not a full exit, with Coinbase planning to reassess and return with a stronger product.
U.S. jobs report, Ethereum upgrade: Crypto Week Ahead
Your look at what’s coming in the week starting Jan. 5.
BTC buoyant as Maduro’s fall ignites shadow reserve rumor: Crypto Daybook Americas
Your day-ahead look for Jan. 5, 2026
Bitcoin Mining Actually Stabilizes Grids and Lowers Costs, Researcher Says
Bitcoin mining operations strengthen electrical grids rather than destabilize them, and they help reduce consumer electricity costs through demand flexibility and grid services, according to a comprehensive analysis by independent researcher Daniel Batten, which directly challenges persistent misconceptions about the industry’s energy impact. The research, titled “Common Bitcoin Energy Misconceptions,” dismantles several widely circulated claims […]
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 […]
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); […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]