XRP Burn Surge: Signs a Price Comeback Is Brewing in 2026
XRP has started to display active movement after its network activity remained static for several days. The token’s burn rate has increased during the past day which provides a minor yet significant indication that market conditions are about to change. On-chain data shows that XRP network activity is beginning to increase again despite ongoing price
Bitget’s Gracy Chen Says Gold’s Bull Run Isn’t Over — Bitcoin May Be Undervalued
Gold’s rally is showing little sign of slowing as global markets head into 2026 with investors increasingly looking for refuge in traditional safe-haven assets amid geopolitical uncertainty. According to Gracy Chen the CEO of crypto exchange Bitget says gold continues to act as “the world’s ultimate insurance policy,” as demand remains firm while broader financial […]
Japan’s Metaplanet Takes $680M Accounting Hit on Bitcoin Holdings
Japanese Bitcoin treasury firm Metaplanet reported a 104.6 billion yen ($680 million) impairment on its Bitcoin holdings, reflecting the impact of last year’s market downturn on the value of its digital asset portfolio. Key Takeaways: Metaplanet booked a $680 million Bitcoin impairment that will drive large reported losses but does not impact cash flow. The […]
Riyad Bank’s Jeel Partners With Ripple to Advance Blockchain Payments and Tokenization
Jeel, a subsidiary of Riyad Bank, has signed a partnership with Ripple to explore advanced blockchain applications aimed at strengthening financial services across Saudi Arabia. More big news from the Middle East! @Ripple is partnering with @Jeelmovement, the innovation arm of @RiyadBank, to advance Saudi Arabia’s financial future through blockchain innovation The Kingdom’s visionary leadership […]
Matcha Meta Breach Drains $16.8M via SwapNet Exploit — Users Urged to Revoke Access
A security breach tied to decentralized exchange aggregator Matcha Meta has resulted in the theft of roughly $16.8 million in crypto assets, adding to a growing list of smart-contract exploits that continue to test the safety assumptions of DeFi users. The incident unfolded on Sunday and was traced not to Matcha’s core infrastructure, but to […]
Bitcoin hash rate slides during U.S. winter storm while markets shrug off mining disruption
The temporary loss of mining power underscores academic concerns that geographic and pool concentration can magnify infrastructure failures, though markets showed little immediate reaction.
Bitcoin risks fourth straight monthly loss, a streak not seen since 2018
A rare streak of four consecutive declines collides with January options expiry that could influence short term price action.
Bitcoin rebounds from one-month low while derivatives flash near-term stress: Crypto Markets Today
Bitcoin bounced off $86,000 alongside the CME futures open, but broader price action still points to a grinding downtrend as risk-off sentiment lifts precious metals.
Japan Targets 2028 Launch for First Crypto ETFs Under Tighter Investor Rules
Japan is preparing to approve its first crypto exchange-traded funds in 2028, according to a Nikkei Asia report. The Financial Services Agency plans to add cryptocurrencies to the approved ETF asset list. At the same time, regulators intend to tighten investor protection standards. Japan plans crypto ETF legalization by 2028 with flat 20 percent tax. […]
Bitcoin crashed 30% after the last Yen intervention, but there’s a catch
Past yen shocks were followed by BTC dropping 30% before rebounding more than 100%, a pattern traders are watching as talk of Japan’s intervention returns.
Ripple’s XRP 13-Month Support Tested: Will the ‘Massive Rally’ Finally Happen?
Ripple’s native cross-border token is trading around $1.89 after facing a pullback this week. Over the past 24 hours, the asset has gone down slightly. It has dropped more than 3% over the past seven days. Earlier this month, XRP reached $2.40 before retracing sharply, giving up most of its year-to-date gains. Analysts are now […]
Is Bitcoin Going to Crash Again? Why Bitcoin Everlight Is Being Framed as a Second Chance at Early Bitcoin
During what many described as a bull market in 2025, Bitcoin’s price traded at historically elevated levels. That’s mostly because leverage expanded, and the participation from institutions increased. Price predictions also picked up the pace during that time, with some analysts discussing targets well above six figures, as well as longer-term projections which extend into […]