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CME will list Cardano, Chainlink and Stellar futures on Feb. 9, adding micro and standard contracts as institutions seek regulated altcoin exposure and hedging tools.

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CME plans Feb. 9 launch of standard and micro futures on Cardano, Chainlink and Stellar, pending regulatory approval, expanding beyond BTC, ETH, XRP and Solana.​ Cardano, Chainlink and Stellar give traders programmable DeFi, oracle and payments exposure, while micro contracts lower capital barriers for smaller participants.​ CME says crypto derivatives averaged 278,300 contracts in 2025, with 313,900 open interest, as futures listings often precede U.S. spot ETF approvals for new assets.​ Alt text (≤ 60 characters) CME Group, the world’s largest derivatives exchange, announced plans to launch futures contracts tied to Cardano, Chainlink and Stellar, expanding its cryptocurrency offerings beyond Bitcoin (BTC) and Ether (ETH).

The contracts, available in both standard and micro sizes, are scheduled to begin trading on Feb. 9, pending regulatory approval, according to a company statement.

Standard Cardano futures will be sized at 100,000 Cardano per contract, while micro futures will represent 10,000 Cardano. Chainlink contracts will contain 5,000 Chainlink in the standard version and 250 Chainlink in the micro format. Stellar futures will carry 250,000 Stellar in standard contracts and 12,500 Stellar in their micro counterparts.

“Given crypto’s record growth over the last year, clients are looking for trusted, regulated products to manage price risk as well as additional tools to gain exposure to this dynamic market,” said Giovanni Vicioso, CME Group‘s Global Head of Cryptocurrency Products, in a statement. Vicioso added that offering both micro and standard sizes will give market participants “greater choice with enhanced flexibility and more capital-efficiencies.”

The three digital assets represent established projects in the cryptocurrency sector. Cardano, a programmable blockchain, currently ranks among the top cryptocurrencies globally by market capitalization. Chainlink operates as an oracle network providing real-world data feeds for smart contracts. Stellar supports smart contracts and global payment infrastructure.

CME launched bitcoin futures in 2017 and has since expanded its cryptocurrency derivatives offerings to include futures and options tied to bitcoin, ether, XRP and solana. In 2025, the exchange recorded average daily volume of 278,300 contracts in crypto derivatives, with average open interest reaching 313,900 contracts, according to company data.

The listings come as institutional demand for cryptocurrency risk-management tools continues to expand. Historically, CME futures listings have preceded U.S. spot exchange-traded fund approvals for digital assets by establishing regulated market infrastructure and price discovery mechanisms. Bitcoin and ether both followed this path before receiving spot ETF approval from U.S. regulators.

The new futures contracts are designed to serve both institutional and retail traders seeking exposure to altcoin price movements or hedging existing positions. Micro contracts, which require lower capital commitments than standard futures, have gained popularity among smaller traders and institutions testing market exposure, according to market observers.

The expansion reflects broader institutional adoption of cryptocurrency derivatives as financial infrastructure for digital assets continues to develop. CME Group operates regulated markets across multiple asset classes including interest rates, equity indexes, foreign exchange, energy, and agricultural products.

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Posted: January 16, 2026

Privacy-themed crypto assets surged to record highs in the fourth quarter, with Zcash leading the way. 

With investors actively chasing clear narratives in the market, significant capital rotated into privacy coins. While other tokens surged, Monero made little to no gains through this period.

However, market sentiment shifted drastically after Zcash [ZEC] faced leadership challenges and rotation. As a result, investors stepped back from ZEC and started rotating capital into Monero [XMR], as reported earlier by AMBCrypto. 

Monero cools down amid capital rotation After rallying to a new all-time high of $800, Monero retraced and slipped to a local low of $657. 

At the time of writing, XMR traded at $674, down 2.43% on daily charts. Before these losses, XMR had been on an upward trajectory, hiking 47% on weekly charts. 

Over the same period, Monero’s market cap dropped from a high of $14.5 billion to $12.4 billion. This marked a $2.1 billion drop, which suggested a massive capital outflow from Monero. 

Why did Monero slip? Monero recorded a mild pullback after sellers jumped into the market with strength and funds exited in large numbers. As a result, both long‑term holders and short‑term investors took profits. 

CoinGlass data shows Spot Netflow turned positive at $5.4 million on the 15th of January, before reversing to ‑$362,000 the very next day.

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Such a massive jump indicated intensive downside pressure as more funds flowed out of the asset. Often, higher inflows into exchanges have preceded lower prices as downward pressure intensifies. 

The same market behavior emerged on the futures side as investors started to reduce exposure. In fact, at press time, Futures Inflows fell from $1.7 billion to $285.9 million, while Outflows rose to $287.79 million. 

Source: CoinGlass

As a result, Futures Netflow dropped 106.59% to -$1.89 million from $41 million recorded three days earlier.

Monero whales jump into Futures Interestingly, as the market retraced, whales jumped into the Futures market and opened both short and long positions at a discount.

According to Onchain Lens, a whale deposited $3 million into HyperLiquid and opened 5x short positions on 1,838.06 XMR worth $1.27 million.

Another whale deposited $2.27 million into HyperLiquid and opened a long XMR position with 2x leverage. Usually, when whales take such positions, it suggests the use of leverage to maximize upside once the retrace ends.

Is this a mere pullback for XMR? Monero rallied as capital rotated out of Zcash and flowed into XMR and other more stable privacy-centered coins.

However, the altcoin retraced as sellers stepped in with strength and cashed out, which weakened the bullish structure.

At press time, the Relative Strength Index (RSI) fell from 87 to 79, indicating seller emergence into the market. Likewise, its Stochastic Momentum Index made a bearish crossover and dropped from 86 to 52, indicating strengthened downside pressure.

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These market conditions leave XMR in a risky position for further losses. Thus, if sellers continue to offload, Monero will go towards $518.

Conversely, if the current upside momentum rebounds, XMR will reclaim $754 and eye another ATH.

Final Thoughts Monero slipped from its $800 ATH to a low of $657, then rebounded slightly to $674 at press time.   XMR retraced after a recent explosive rally as profit takers emerged and futures contracts reduced exposure. 

Bitcoin (BTC) nearly touched $98,000 overnight before settling around $96,000, up roughly 5.5% over recent sessions. The rally reignited a familiar question: is this the setup for a sustained move above $100,000, or another fragile push built on thin order books and positioning games?

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Glassnode's latest analysis reveals a nuanced picture, where mechanical positioning drove the recent move while broader structural demand remains uneven and liquidity stays compressed.

Supply meets demand at a critical thresholdThe current price sits inside a dense cluster of long-term holder supply accumulated between April and July 2025, spanning roughly $93,000 to $110,000.

Glassnode's cost-basis distribution heatmap shows this overhead supply zone, where rebounds since November have repeatedly stalled. Each attempt has encountered renewed selling pressure, preventing the price from sustaining structural recovery.

This region has consistently served as a transition barrier, separating corrective phases from durable bull markets.

The short-term holder's cost basis currently stands at $98,300, reflecting the average entry price of recent buyers. Glassnode notes that reclaiming and holding above this level has historically marked the transition from corrective phases into more durable uptrends.

Bitcoin's short-term holder cost basis sits at $98,300, with price currently trading below this key threshold that historically signals trend transitions.The price's ability to consolidate above $98,300 remains necessary to restore confidence and lay the foundations for sustained momentum.

Long-term holder behavior provides context for the amount of overhead supply the market must absorb. While long-term holders remain net sellers, the distribution rate has slowed materially from the aggressive selling seen throughout the second half of 2025.

Glassnode reports that long-term holders are currently realizing approximately 12,800 BTC per week in net profit, down from cycle peaks above 100,000 BTC per week.

This moderation suggests profit-taking remains active but far less aggressive than during prior distribution phases.

Institutional flows stabilize, spot markets improveInstitutional balance-sheet flows have completed a full reset.

After prolonged outflows across spot ETFs, corporates, and sovereign entities, net flows have stabilized. Spot ETFs have turned positive, re-establishing themselves as the primary marginal buyer.

Bitcoin ETFs register $1.5 billion in net inflows for January, with nearly $1.6 billion in inflows registered between Jan. 13 and 14, according to Farside Investors data.

Spot market behavior has turned constructive. Binance and aggregate exchange cumulative volume delta measures have returned to a buy-dominant regime, reflecting a shift away from persistent sell-side pressure.

Coinbase, which has been the most consistent source of selling throughout consolidation, has meaningfully slowed its distribution.

Spot market cumulative volume delta turned positive across Binance and aggregate exchanges in early 2026, while Coinbase selling pressure eased materially.While spot participation is not yet displaying the persistent, aggressive accumulation typically seen during full trend expansion phases, the transition back into a net-buying posture represents a constructive structural shift.

Mechanical moves on thin volumeShort liquidations mechanically reinforced the push into the $96,000 region, but it unfolded on relatively thin derivatives volume.

Glassnode notes that futures turnover has remained well below the elevated activity seen throughout most of 2025.

The breakout occurred in a comparatively light liquidity environment where modest positioning shifts drove disproportionately large price responses. In practical terms, it did not take significant new capital to force shorts out of the market and lift the price through resistance.

This dynamic connects directly to the liquidity problem visible in order books. Aggregated 2% market depth has declined roughly 30% from 2025 highs, according to data provider Kaiko.

On Binance specifically, 1% depth exceeded $600 million at the October 2025 peak but fell below $400 million by Dec. 20. Thinner books amplify price swings, making the tape more sensitive to large flows and strategic positioning.

Blockchain data adds texture to this narrative.

On Dec. 31, market maker Wintermute net-deposited 1,213 BTC to Binance, with transfers concentrated during low-activity windows.

Large exchange deposits during thin hours raise the risk of outsized tape impact, especially when books lack depth.

However, the manipulation framing has limits. A widely circulated claim on Dec. 30 alleged “multi-billion dollar manipulation,” but on-chain transfers referenced totaled less than $30 million.

The better explanation for sharp intraday moves is structural fragility combined with stop-hunting rather than provable coordinated schemes.

$100,000 as a mechanical attractorThe $100,000 level sits at a convergence point where cost basis, options exposure, and dealer hedging align. Coin Metrics notes that call open interest is clustered around $100,000 strike prices for late-January expiries.

Deribit options open interest shows the largest concentration of call contracts clustered at the $100,000 strike for January 30, 2026 expiration.Glassnode reports that dealers are short gamma between approximately $95,000 and $104,000, which can reinforce upside moves as dealers hedge by buying spot or futures when prices rise.

In a short gamma environment, hedging flows no longer absorb price moves. Instead, they reinforce them.

This structure creates fragile stability. Volatility can remain low while price is contained, but once momentum develops, moves are more likely to accelerate than fade.

With spot trading around the $95,000 to $96,000 area, the price has moved into a short gamma zone where sustained action supported by volume is more likely to trigger directional hedging flows.

Options behavior around the $100,000 strike highlights conditional upside expectations. In short to mid-term maturities up to roughly three months, the call premium bought has significantly outweighed the call premium sold, indicating active demand for near-dated upside exposure.

In contrast, longer-dated maturities show the opposite behavior, as richer call premiums further out the curve were used as opportunities to sell upside.

This split suggests the market is positioning for a potential retest of the $100,000 area while simultaneously expressing hesitation about sustained acceptance above that level over longer horizons.

Volatility deferred, not resolvedImplied volatility remains low across the curve, with Deribit's DVOL reading around the 40s.
However, this reading masks underlying fragility. Skew continues to price downside risk, with the 25-delta skew remaining biased toward puts, particularly at mid and longer maturities.

This reflects a market that is comfortable carrying exposure but unwilling to do so without insurance.

The coexistence of low volatility and negative skew highlights a key tension. Participants are not positioning for immediate downside, but they continue to pay for asymmetric protection.

Volatility increases gradually with maturity, suggesting uncertainty is assigned to time rather than to a specific near-term catalyst, consistent with a market that expects short-term stability while remaining exposed to latent risk.

The $100,000 testIf Bitcoin is genuinely setting up for a sustained move above $100,000, two conditions need to align.
First, price must reclaim and hold above the $98,300 short-term holder cost basis, placing recent buyers back in profit and reducing the incentive to sell into rallies.

Second, liquidity and flows need to improve simultaneously. ETF inflows remaining positive provide one signal, but depth stabilization matters more. If the sub-$400 million Binance 1% depth regime persists, the market remains vulnerable to whipsaws.

Profit-taking has cooled, distribution from long-term holders has slowed, and classic late-cycle euphoria metrics aren't flashing red. But liquidity fragility introduces a wildcard.

Order books are measurably thinner than at October highs, and large flows during low-activity windows can produce outsized tape moves.

The $100,000 level matters because it's where multiple structural forces converge, such as cost basis, options exposure, and dealer hedging, making it a natural attractor if conditions stabilize.

Whether Bitcoin reclaims $100,000 and holds depends less on narrative and more on whether the market can rebuild depth while maintaining positive flows. The indicators are green, distribution pressure has eased, and institutional demand is stabilizing.

But the mechanics remain fragile, and the recent move happened on thin volume with mechanical support from short covering.

That's the current state of play, where modest capital can generate significant movement, but sustainability requires deeper accumulation to follow.

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Organizations in Europe move beyond experimentation, embedding analytics and AI into core operations under strong governance, ISG Provider Lens® report says

LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The European data analytics and AI market is entering a phase of accelerated enterprise adoption as modern data platforms, unified governance and adaptive systems reshape how organizations implement AI, according to a new research report published today by Information Services Group (ISG) (Nasdaq: III), a global AI-centered technology research and advisory firm.

Europe’s regulatory environment has made governance, transparency and accountability essential to enterprise AI adoption. Under this framework, organizations have begun to treat analytics and AI as foundational enterprise capabilities.

Share The 2025 ISG Provider Lens® Advanced Analytics and AI Services reports for Europe find that enterprises are shifting decisively from pilot-led experimentation to production-grade analytics and AI initiatives aligned with business priorities. Economic uncertainty, supply chain disruption, sustainability mandates and persistent talent shortages have increased companies’ reliance on data-driven decision-making. Simultaneously, increasing regulatory alignment around the EU AI Act, EU Data Act and data localization and sovereign cloud mandates is reinforcing responsible and sustainable innovation across the region.

“Europe’s regulatory environment has made governance, transparency and accountability essential to enterprise AI adoption,” said Matthias Paletta, director at ISG. “Under this framework, organizations have begun to treat analytics and AI as foundational enterprise capabilities.”

European enterprises are modernizing their data estates to support scalable and reliable AI adoption, the report says. They are transitioning from siloed architectures toward unified data platforms based on data fabric and data mesh models. These approaches improve data consistency, lineage and trust across enterprise systems. As a result, enterprises gain faster access to insights across operations, finance, supply chain and customer experience functions.

Across Europe, advanced AI adoption is expanding through approaches that integrate forecasting and simulation with deep learning, computer vision and agentic systems, ISG says. These capabilities support higher levels of automation and more context-aware decision intelligence across enterprise business functions. Demand for specialized AI solutions aligned with sector-specific challenges and regulations is rising. In this environment, joint innovation between enterprises and service providers is increasing.

Organizations in Europe are recognizing that data and AI deliver greater value when business users can directly access and act on AI-driven insights, the report says. They are placing greater emphasis on trusted and governed data environments that give non-technical users access through self-service analytics tools, natural language interfaces and embedded AI features. In this manner, enterprises are striking a balance between democratization and robust governance frameworks to ensure accountability and responsible AI use.

“As AI adoption scales across enterprises, data maturity becomes a pivotal success factor,” said Saravanan M S, senior lead analyst, ISG Provider Lens Research, and lead author of the report. “Enterprises are prioritizing initiatives that build organizational confidence and transparency through AI literacy programs.”

The report also explores other trends in the advanced analytics and AI services market in Europe, including the development of the AI factory model as a strategic blueprint for enterprises and increased focus on autonomous analytics capabilities within enterprise environments.

For more insights into key challenges that enterprises in Europe face with analytics and AI initiatives, along with ISG’s advice for addressing them, see the ISG Provider Lens Focal Points briefing here.

For 2025, ISG Provider Lens has published two Advanced Analytics and AI Services reports for Europe: one examining large and midsize providers and one assessing specialist providers. The Large and Midsize report evaluates the capabilities of 56 providers across four quadrants: Data Science and AI Services — Large, Data Science and AI Services — Midsize, Data and Analytics Modernization Services — Large and Data and Analytics Modernization Services — Midsize.

The Large and Midsize report names Accenture, Atos, Capgemini, Cognizant, EXL, GFT, HARMAN, HCLTech, IBM, Infosys, Merkle, Mphasis, Orange Business, Persistent Systems, Reply, TCS, T-Systems, Unisys, Virtusa and Wipro as Leaders in two quadrants each. It names Hexaware and Stefanini as Leaders in one quadrant each.

In addition, Avenga and DXC Technology are named as Rising Stars — companies with a “promising portfolio” and “high future potential” by ISG’s definition — in two quadrants each.

The 2025 ISG Provider Lens Advanced Analytics and AI Services — Specialist report evaluates the capabilities of 26 specialist providers across two quadrants: Data Science and AI Services — Specialist and Data and Analytics Modernization Services — Specialist.

The Specialist report names Alexander Thamm, Fractal Analytics, Lingaro, MathCo, Quantiphi, SDG Group, Tiger Analytics, Tredence, Version 1 and WNS Analytics as Leaders in both quadrants.

In addition, Telana is named as a Rising Star — a company with a “promising portfolio” and “high future potential” by ISG’s definition — in two quadrants.

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Hint: It has nothing to do with the rise of artificial intelligence (AI).

Although it was nothing short of a roller-coaster ride in 2025 for the stock market's benchmark index, the S&P 500 (^GSPC +0.26%), the third year of the bull market didn't disappoint. Following a short-lived period of historic turbulence tied to President Donald Trump's unveiling of his tariff and trade policy, the S&P 500 rallied to close out the year up 16%.

Big gains for the stock market with President Trump in the White House are nothing new. During Trump's first term (Jan. 20, 2017 – Jan. 20, 2021), the Dow Jones Industrial Average (^DJI +0.60%), S&P 500, and Nasdaq Composite (^IXIC +0.25%), respectively soared by 57%, 70%, and 142%!

For years, the evolution of artificial intelligence (AI) has been the stock market's primary catalyst. Nvidia's (NVDA +2.06%) graphics processing units (GPUs) are acting as the brains of AI-accelerated data centers and fueling enormous investments in this game-changing technology that's expected to create more than $15 trillion in global economic value by 2030, according to analysts at PwC.

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However, AI isn't the only trillion-dollar trend that's lit a fire under Wall Street and high-flying stocks like Nvidia. You might be surprised to learn that President Trump's tax policy appears to have played a pivotal role in sparking a now-annual trillion-dollar investment trend on Wall Street.

Donald Trump's policies are leaving an indelible mark on Wall Street Since every U.S. president and Congress are responsible for shaping our nation's fiscal policy, it's expected that every administration will leave its mark. In Trump's case, he's had an undeniable impact on corporate America during his non-consecutive two-term presidency.

As alluded to earlier, Trump's tariff and trade policy, announced in early April, briefly roiled the stock market. Trump's trade plan involved a sweeping 10% global tariff rate, as well as higher "reciprocal tariffs" on dozens of countries that have had adverse trade imbalances with America. Several trade deals have been announced since early April, resulting in changes following Trump's initial proposals.

Nevertheless, tariffs are threatening to take a bite out of corporate profits and/or forcing businesses to alter their game plans.

According to a December 2024 report ("Do Import Tariffs Protect U.S. Firms?") from four New York Federal Reserve economists writing for Liberty Street Economics, the companies directly impacted by Trump's China tariffs in 2018-2019 saw, on average, their employment levels, labor productivity, sales, and profits decline from 2019 to 2021. In other words, Trump's tariffs had a lasting negative impact on businesses during (and following) his first term.

However, some of the president's policies have had a decisively positive impact on U.S. businesses. The passage of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) in 2017 is a perfect example.

Although the TCJA temporarily lowered personal tax bracket thresholds (which the recently passed "big, beautiful bill" made permanent), it's the permanent change it made to the peak marginal corporate income tax rate that sent shockwaves through Wall Street.

Prior to the TCJA, the peak marginal corporate income tax was 35%. Following Trump's signing of this flagship tax and spending law, the corporate income tax rate was permanently reduced to 21%, marking its lowest peak rate since 1939.

While the hope was that public companies would use the extra income they get to keep as a result of a lower tax rate to hire, acquire, and innovate, published data from S&P Dow Jones Indices, a division of the more familiar S&P Global, shows it's been used to spark a trillion-dollar annual investment.

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Stock buyback activity has surged to an all-time high under President Trump Though we've certainly observed aggressive corporate investments in the metaverse and AI in the wake of the TCJA becoming law, the biggest impact of all looks to be in the share repurchase column for S&P 500 companies.

According to a mid-December press release from S&P Dow Jones Indices, S&P 500 companies bought back $249 billion worth of their own company's stock in the third quarter of 2025. While down from the all-time record of $293.5 billion in buybacks set in the first quarter of 2025, it nonetheless puts the companies that comprise the S&P 500 on pace to record an estimated $1.02 trillion in share repurchases for 2025.

Before the TCJA became law, cumulative quarterly buyback activity for S&P 500 stocks regularly landed between $100 billion and $150 billion. In its wake (excluding a short period of historic uncertainty during the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic), quarterly repurchasing activity for S&P 500 companies has surged to between $200 billion and $250 billion per quarter.

While we can't say with concrete certainty that Trump's tax policy directly led to S&P 500 companies making cumulative annual trillion-dollar investments in themselves, the data would strongly indicate that this is the case.

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Though hundreds of S&P 500 companies have been taking advantage of a lower peak marginal corporate income tax rate to buy back their stock, Apple (AAPL 0.73%), Alphabet (GOOGL 1.07%)(GOOG 0.94%), and, more recently, Nvidia have stood out.

No public company has a more prolific share-repurchase program than tech stock Apple. The maker of the ultra-popular iPhone has bought back more than $816 billion worth of its own stock since initiating a buyback program in 2013 and reduced its outstanding share count by approximately 44%. This has had a decisively positive impact on its earnings per share and made Apple stock more fundamentally attractive to value-focused investors. Apple spent $90.7 billion on buybacks in fiscal 2025 (ended Sept. 27, 2025).

Among S&P 500 companies, Google parent Alphabet ranks No. 2 in share buybacks over the trailing decade (through Sept. 30, 2025). S&P Dow Jones Indices lists Alphabet as having purchased $342.4 billion worth of its shares over the trailing 10-year period.

Alphabet's Google is a virtual monopoly responsible for approximately 90% of global internet search share. Between its sustainable moat in advertising and its burgeoning cloud infrastructure service platform, Google Cloud, Alphabet has every incentive to use its abundant operating cash flow to repurchase its stock.

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While Nvidia has "only" bought back $115.1 billion worth of its common shares over the last decade, its trailing 12-month buyback total is approaching $52 billion. The insatiable demand for Nvidia's GPUs has afforded the company astronomical pricing power, sending its gross margin into orbit. With more operating cash flow than it knows what to do with, Nvidia has turned to share buybacks.

With no imminent threat of corporate income tax policy changes, Apple, Alphabet, Nvidia, and most members of the S&P 500 are incentivized to reward their shareholders with buybacks that can potentially boost their own earnings per share. Though AI may be the talk of Wall Street, Donald Trump appears to be fueling the trillion-dollar share buyback revolution.

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ABUJA, Jan 16 (Reuters) - Nigeria has issued seven-year satellite permits to Amazon's (AMZN.O), opens new tab Kuiper Systems, Israel's NSLComm's BeetleSat and Germany-based Satelio IoT Services, joining Elon Musk-owned SpaceX among operators cleared to expand space-based broadband, the telecoms regulator said on Thursday.

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) said it issued the permits under its commercial satellite communications guidelines, a licensing framework designed to draw investment into the sector.

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The decision advances the regulator's drive to open Nigeria, Africa's largest telecoms market, to next-generation non-geostationary satellite (NGSO) systems, the NCC posted on its website.

Amazon's Kuiper Systems won a seven-year licence to beam Ka-band services over Nigeria via its 3,236-satellite Project Kuiper from February 2026 to February 2033. NSLComm gained similar clearance for its 264-satellite BeetleSat-1 network, while Satelio IoT was approved for its planned 491-satellite IoT system, though only one satellite is currently in orbit.

The NCC said the permits support its push to fast-track expansion of satellite broadband services and bring Nigeria in line with global best practices.

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SummaryCompaniesMPS lifted by rumours of UniCredit taking Delfin's stakeContacts on the matter took place before Christmas, sources saidUniCredit dismissed any prospects of a deal on ThursdayDelfin says it acts in country's best interest, MPS doing wellMILAN, Jan 16 (Reuters) - Delfin on Friday ruled out ongoing talks to sell its Monte dei Paschi stake, closing ranks around CEO Luigi Lovaglio as speculation over a potential approach from UniCredit (CRDI.MI), opens new tab for the bank drives shares higher.

Speculation over Delfin's intentions has mounted in recent weeks after MPS's takeover of Mediobanca turned it into a pivotal investor in insurer Generali (GASI.MI), opens new tab, a financial heavyweight whose ownership is watched closely in Rome and by Italy's largest banks.

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Delfin, owned in equal parts by the eight heirs of late Ray-Ban billionaire Leonardo Del Vecchio, said it was not currently in talks with UniCredit or others to sell all, or part, of the MPS stake.

Shares in MPS have gained recently, lifted by analysts' studies about a potential combination with UniCredit, following press reports about the latter looking to buy Delfin's stake.

With a 17.5% stake, Delfin is the main shareholder in MPS, which last year acquired bigger rival Mediobanca in hectic consolidation in Italian banking.

EXECUTIVES HELD END-OF-YEAR DISCUSSIONSSources have told Reuters there had been contacts before Christmas between UniCredit CEO Andrea Orcel and Delfin Chairman Francesco Milleri over UniCredit's potential interest in the stakes Delfin holds in MPS and Generali.

UniCredit on Thursday dismissed as "pure invention" at present the idea it could buy Delfin's MPS stake, adding it constantly analysed potential targets and sometimes held discussions with them but that did not necessarily lead to a transaction.

MPS CEO Lovaglio, hired by Italy's Treasury in 2022 to turn the bank around, is now fighting to secure another term in April.

Italy rescued MPS in 2017 acquiring a 68% stake which it has since cut below 5%, lastly by bringing onboard Delfin and other domestic investors as shareholders.

Delfin said it was a long-term financial investor aiming to create the most value both for its shareholders and the country as a whole.

"As such, also in light of an overall performance in line with goals relating to profitability and extracting value from the stakes it holds, Delfin renews its full support for MPS top management and the bank's strengthening path," it said.

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SummarySpire Global targets over 30% revenue growth in 2026, leveraging strong government and commercial contract momentum and a robust $200M backlog.SPIR’s divestiture of its maritime business caused a near-term revenue dip, but management expects normalization and a pivot to core data and analytics services.Despite recent operating losses, SPIR maintains a strengthened balance sheet with $96.8M in cash and no debt, aiming for EBITDA and cash flow breakeven by 4Q26.SPIR trades at a forward P/E of 5.97x, below sector median, and is positioned as an attractive small-cap space intelligence peer to BlackSky and Planet Labs. Elen11/iStock via Getty Images

Thesis What we know so far is that Spire Global, Inc. (SPIR) expects over 30% revenue growth in 2026. It's to be driven mainly by strong government and commercial contract momentum, and also a robust backlog, of

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SummaryCoca-Cola currently offers better value than PepsiCo, despite both being strong, low-beta dividend stocks for diversified portfolios.KO's capital-light, brand-focused model enables higher margins, greater dividend growth potential, and resilience versus PEP's more capital-intensive, diversified operations.KO is slightly undervalued by the dividend discount model and shows a 9.2% upside to fair value.KO's streamlined business and efficient capital allocation justify its premium valuation and make it the preferred pick for risk-adjusted portfolio enhancement. MStudioImages/iStock via Getty Images

Introduction While fancy tech names like Nvidia, Tesla, and Alphabet tend to dominate investors’ attention, strong portfolios still depend on owning low-beta businesses that generate consistent cash flows across cycles, in addition to higher-risk growth stocks. PepsiCo (PEP) and

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These are companies you can regularly add to without thinking twice.

After a legendary run spanning more than six decades, Warren Buffett has stepped away as the CEO of Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.A 0.64%)(BRK.B 0.11%). It's going to be hard not to associate Berkshire Hathaway with Buffett, but his impact will undoubtedly last long beyond his tenure.

Most notably, his investing philosophies will likely drive many of the company's decisions and continue to guide average investors' investment decisions.

One thing Buffett has always preached is the value of holding onto stocks for the long haul. And in that fashion, here are two Buffett stocks that I would hold onto forever.

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1. Coca-Cola Coca-Cola (KO 1.34%) is Berkshire Hathaway's fourth-largest holding, making up 9% of its stock portfolio. It's also one of Berkshire Hathaway's oldest holdings, having bought its first shares of Coca-Cola in 1988. Buffett once said that Berkshire Hathaway's favorite holding period is forever, and Coca-Cola seems to fit that philosophy.

Coca-Cola is a great long-term investment because it meets the recession-proof criteria by selling products that sell regardless of broader economic conditions. Whether the economy is flourishing or in a recession, people generally continue buying Coca-Cola products. They may shy away from the company's premium brands, but there's an option for all budgets.

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One of the smartest moves Coca-Cola made was going with an asset-light business where it doesn't sell its beverages directly. Instead, it sells syrups and concentrates to its bottling partners, which then handle distribution and retail partnerships. That's how Coca-Cola has managed to get distribution in virtually every part of the world.

Coca-Cola isn't a stock you should expect to deliver market-beating returns year in and year out, but it's a great choice for people looking for consistent, reliable income. With 63 years of consecutive dividend increases, it's a Dividend King (a company with at least 50 consecutive years of dividend increases), putting it in a category with only a couple of dozen companies.

As of this writing, Coca-Cola's dividend yield is around 2.9%, which is just below its average over the past 10 years.

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There are definitely companies with consistently higher yields than Coca-Cola's, but few have a dividend as safe as Coca-Cola's. If you're planning to hold a stock for the long term, it's a comfort to be able to hold shares with a reliable dividend that's grown for more than half a century.

2. Visa Visa (V 0.55%) is a small part of Berkshire Hathaway's portfolio (0.9%), but it's one of its most thorough companies. As the world's largest payment processor, Visa checks off a major box that Buffett looks for in companies: a competitive moat.

Visa's competitive moat is its reach. More than 175 million merchants accept Visa, and in the 12 months leading up to Sept. 30, 2025, the company processed around $16.7 trillion in transactions.

Visa's reach is the gift that keeps giving thanks to the network effect. Merchants are inclined to accept Visa because it's the most widely held card in the world, and potential cardholders are inclined to want a Visa card because it's the most widely accepted card in the world.

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Being able to grow organically without needing significant capital investments has worked wonders for Visa's financials. Its business model is fairly simple: Take a portion of every transaction that happens on its network. And once the infrastructure is in place, it doesn't have to increase its costs by much even as transaction volume on the network increases.

Visa will be a staple in the finance world for a long time, especially as the world begins to embrace and increasingly use digital payments. Between cards, digital wallets, and online commerce, more people globally are shying away from cash, and that plays right into Visa's strengths.

It continues to make the appropriate investments to ensure it stays ahead of the curve and remains the foundation for a lot of the world's payment ecosystem.

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Jan 16 (Reuters) - British animal genetics company Genus (GNS.L), opens new tab expects to report full-year adjusted pretax profit "moderately above" the upper end of current market expectations, sending its shares as much as 15.3% higher on Friday.

Genus uses biotechnology to improve animal breeding and sells genetic products to livestock farmers and food producers across dairy, beef and pork herds. While the beef market remains tough, price increases and robust pig trading and steady investments from dairy producers are expected to spur demand.

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Analysts are expecting Genus to report adjusted profit before tax of 82.7 million pounds to 85 million pounds ($110.78 million to $113.87 million) for fiscal 2026, according to a company‑compiled consensus.

"Dairy producers have benefited from lower feed costs, which should support investment in genetics," said Peel Hunt analyst Charles Hall in a note.

Genus shares were up 8% at 2,842.5 pence as of 0926 GMT, making the stock the top performer on the FTSE 250 mid‑cap index (.FTMC), opens new tab.

The company also said it expects to report adjusted profit before tax for the first half of the year ahead of its own expectations.

Genus in September last year had signed a revised agreement to speed up the formation of its China joint venture, and it now expects the formation of that venture in its fiscal third quarter following receipt of regulatory approvals.

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Organizations focus on sovereign infrastructure, GenAI and FinOps in carrying out AI-native cloud transformation, ISG Provider Lens® report says

LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Enterprises in the U.K. are adopting AI-native multicloud environments to improve agility, compliance and cost transparency amid tighter regulations and economic uncertainty, according to a new research report published today by Information Services Group (ISG) (Nasdaq: III), a global AI-centered technology research and advisory firm.

As British enterprises build their cloud strategies, they are striking a balance between governance, cost optimization and innovation. Digital sovereignty and GenAI adoption are becoming key considerations in productivity and operational resilience.

Share The 2025 ISG Provider Lens® Multi Public Cloud Services report for the U.K. finds enterprises entering a pivotal phase of cloud transformation shaped by generative AI (GenAI) deployments, sovereign infrastructure mandates and automation-focused operating models. Especially in the finance, healthcare and manufacturing sectors, organizations are redesigning their cloud environments to support next-generation workloads while enforcing jurisdictional data controls. This approach reflects a growing need for cloud platforms that prioritize governance, accountability and long-term flexibility.

“As British enterprises build their cloud strategies, they are striking a balance between governance, cost optimization and innovation,” said Rakesh Parameshwara B, director and head of U.K. Banking and Insurance at ISG. “Digital sovereignty and GenAI adoption are becoming key considerations in productivity and operational resilience.”

A growing number of U.K. enterprises are embedding autonomous agents into workflows, the report says. They are using GenAI for documentation, incident resolution and knowledge retrieval to streamline operations and reduce manual effort. As agentic automation matures, it is reshaping expectations around productivity, observability and operational resilience. AI is becoming integral to how enterprises manage and operate cloud environments at scale.

As cloud strategies mature, FinOps is evolving from a cost control function into a core governance discipline, ISG says. The unpredictability of costs in multicloud environments has increased the importance of cost transparency and financial accountability. Enterprises increasingly rely on cost optimization and predictive budgeting based on service level agreements (SLAs) to improve oversight and manage spending more effectively. This focus reflects enterprises’ efforts to sustain AI-driven cloud adoption while maintaining financial discipline.

Digital sovereignty requirements are accelerating the adoption of jurisdictional controls across the U.K. market, the report says. Enterprises are implementing Hold Your Own Key (HYOK) models, U.K.-specific cloud zones and strict data residency policies to address regulatory and risk obligations. These measures are especially important for enterprises functioning in highly regulated sectors, such as finance, healthcare and manufacturing.

“Enterprises are moving away from transactional cloud sourcing toward long-term approaches focused on innovation,” said Meenakshi Srivastava, lead analyst, ISG Provider Lens Research, and lead author of the report. “They seek providers that are strategically investing in compliant architectures and outcome-driven engagement models.”

The report also explores other trends in the public cloud services market in the U.K., including the rising influence of sustainability metrics and cross-industry convergence in shaping enterprise cloud transformation priorities.

For more insights into the enterprise challenges raised by multicloud environments in the U.K., along with ISG’s advice for addressing them, see the ISG Provider Lens® Focal Points briefing here.

The 2026 ISG Provider Lens® Multi Public Cloud Services report for the U.K. evaluates the capabilities of 61 providers across seven quadrants: Consulting and Transformation Services — Large Accounts, Consulting and Transformation Services — Midmarket, Managed Services — Large Accounts, Managed Services — Midmarket, FinOps Services and AI-driven Optimization, Hyperscale Infrastructure and Platform Services, and SAP HANA Infrastructure Services.

The report names Computacenter and Rackspace Technology as Leaders in four quadrants each. Accenture, Capgemini, HCLTech, Infosys, LTIMindtree and Wipro are named as Leaders in three quadrants each. AWS, Claranet, Coforge, Cognizant, DXC Technology, Google, Hexaware, IBM, Kyndryl, Microsoft, TCS, Tech Mahindra and Unisys are named as Leaders in two quadrants each. Telefonica Tech is named as a Leader in one quadrant.

In addition, Hexaware, Kainos, LTIMindtree, Mphasis and TCS are named as Rising Stars — companies with a “promising portfolio” and “high future potential” by ISG’s definition — in one quadrant each.

In the area of customer experience, LTIMindtree is named the global ISG CX Star Performer for 2025 among multi public cloud service providers. LTIMindtree earned the highest customer satisfaction scores in ISG’s Voice of the Customer survey, part of the ISG Star of Excellence™ program, the premier quality recognition for the technology and business services industry.

Customized versions of the report are available from AWS, Coforge, Computacenter and Unisys.

The 2025 ISG Provider Lens® Multi Public Cloud Services report for the U.K. is available to subscribers or for one-time purchase on this webpage.

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The ISG Provider Lens® Quadrant research series is the only service provider evaluation of its kind to combine empirical, data-driven research and market analysis with the real-world experience and observations of ISG’s global advisory team. Enterprises will find a wealth of detailed data and market analysis to help guide their selection of appropriate sourcing partners, while ISG advisors use the reports to validate their own market knowledge and make recommendations to ISG’s enterprise clients. The research currently covers providers offering their services globally, across Europe, as well as in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Brazil, the U.K., France, Benelux, Germany, Switzerland, the Nordics, Australia and Singapore/Malaysia, with additional markets to be added in the future. For more information about ISG Provider Lens research, please visit this webpage.

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ISG (Nasdaq: III) is a global AI-centered technology research and advisory firm. A trusted partner to more than 900 clients, including 75 of the world’s top 100 enterprises, ISG is a long-time leader in technology and business services that is now at the forefront of leveraging AI to help organizations achieve operational excellence and faster growth. The firm, founded in 2006, is known for its proprietary market data, in-depth knowledge of provider ecosystems, and the expertise of its 1,600 professionals worldwide working together to help clients maximize the value of their technology investments.

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Character Group PLC (AIM:CCT), in an update ahead of its AGM, told investors that trading conditions remained challenging, nevertheless, key financials are holding up.

The toys, games and giftware group said like-for-like sales in the four months leading up to Christmas 2025 were about 11% lower than the same period in 2024.

“Despite the anticipated flat turnover for the 2026 financial year, due to the mix and enhancements within our product portfolio, group profits (before tax and highlighted items) are projected to more than double,” the company said.

Character noted it has a strong balance sheet with a 'healthy' net cash position and unutilised working capital facilities.

It expects to publish its half-year report for the six months ending February 2026 during May 2026.

In London, Character shares were up 1.3% changing hands at 240p.

Operator

Welcome to Oncopeptides Investor Conference Call 2026. [Operator Instructions]

Now I will hand the conference over to CEO, Sofia Heigis; and CFO, Henrik Bergentoft. Please go ahead.

Sofia Heigis
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Good morning, everyone, and thank you for joining us for this update on our Q4 sales and strategic outlook. My name is Sofia Heigis, CEO of Oncopeptides. I am today joined by our CFO, Henrik Bergentoft, and we will walk you through the numbers, the context behind them and our updated path forward. This is what we announced yesterday, and I will address all these points this morning.

Let's go to the numbers. For the fourth quarter of 2025, we achieved net sales of SEK 18.6 million. This represents a strong year-over-year growth of 88% compared to Q4 2024 and an increase of 125% versus 2024. This strong year-over-year growth is supported by all our key markets, not least Italy, that is exceeding expectations.

The quarterly growth rate in our largest market, Germany, was decent with double-digit growth. It was, however, not sufficient to balance the negative impact from Spain during the fourth quarter due to a strike among medical doctors. While the year-over-year trend confirms our growth, the absolute number is below our initial projections.

Based on the current run rate, we have recalibrated our financial expectations. We remain confident in the long-term value of the European business, and we now expect to reach cash flow positivity for the company to occur in 2027 rather than by the end of 2026. We are, of course, working to realize the value

January 16, 2026 05:21 ET  | Source: Dimensional Fund Advisors Ltd

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The naming of nominee or vehicle companies is insufficient. For a trust, the trustee(s), settlor and beneficiaries must be named.  (c)Name of offeror/offeree in relation to whose relevant securities this form relates:
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Zach Anderson Jan 16, 2026 09:03

Hedera (HBAR) trades at $0.12 with neutral RSI at 47. Analysts eye $0.15 target while key support holds at $0.11. Technical indicators suggest consolidation phase continues.

As of January 16, 2026, Hedera (HBAR) is navigating a critical technical juncture at $0.1178, down 2.67% in the past 24 hours. With mixed signals emerging from technical indicators and limited analyst coverage, our HBAR price prediction focuses on key levels that could determine the next directional move for this enterprise-grade blockchain token.

HBAR Price Prediction Summary • Short-term target (1 week): $0.12-$0.13 range • Medium-term forecast (1 month): $0.11-$0.15 range
• Bullish breakout level: $0.13 • Critical support: $0.11

What Crypto Analysts Are Saying About Hedera Recent analyst sentiment on HBAR remains cautiously optimistic despite the current consolidation phase. According to Quintin Eason (@EasonfamX) on January 15, 2026: "Hedera (HBAR) is showing strong support at $0.12. If it holds, we might see a push towards $0.15 in the coming weeks."

This $0.15 target aligns with earlier analysis from Blockchain.News, which noted on January 12: "Hedera (HBAR) shows bullish momentum despite recent decline. Technical analysis points to $0.16 target by month-end with key support at $0.11."

While specific analyst predictions remain limited, on-chain metrics suggest HBAR is maintaining crucial support levels that could serve as a foundation for the next leg higher in this Hedera forecast.

HBAR Technical Analysis Breakdown The current technical picture for HBAR presents a mixed but stabilizing scenario. The RSI reading of 46.97 indicates neutral momentum, neither oversold nor overbought, suggesting the token has room to move in either direction without immediate technical constraints.

The MACD analysis reveals a bearish histogram at 0.0000, indicating minimal downward momentum, while the MACD line sits at -0.0006 with the signal line also at -0.0006. This convergence suggests the recent selling pressure may be exhausting itself.

Bollinger Bands show HBAR trading at 0.44 of the band width, positioned closer to the lower band ($0.11) than the upper band ($0.13). The middle band at $0.12 serves as the immediate pivot point, with current price action hovering right around this critical level.

Key moving averages paint an interesting picture: short-term SMAs (7, 20, 50-day) all converge at $0.12, creating a strong confluence zone, while the 200-day SMA sits significantly higher at $0.19, indicating HBAR remains well below longer-term trend levels.

Hedera Price Targets: Bull vs Bear Case Bullish Scenario In the bullish case for this HBAR price prediction, a break above the immediate resistance at $0.13 (Bollinger Band upper level) could trigger momentum toward the $0.15-$0.16 range targeted by analysts. The 24-hour trading volume of $20 million on Binance spot suggests sufficient liquidity to support such a move.

Technical confirmation would require RSI moving above 50 and MACD histogram turning positive. The convergence of multiple moving averages at current levels could provide strong support for an upward breakout.

Bearish Scenario The bearish scenario sees HBAR breaking below the crucial $0.11 support level (Bollinger Band lower band and strong support). Such a move could expose the token to further downside toward $0.10 or lower, particularly if broader crypto market sentiment deteriorates.

Risk factors include the significant gap between current price ($0.12) and the 200-day SMA ($0.19), suggesting the longer-term trend remains bearish until this level is reclaimed.

Should You Buy HBAR? Entry Strategy For investors considering HBAR, the current technical setup offers defined risk-reward parameters. Conservative buyers might wait for a successful test of $0.11 support with a bounce, targeting the $0.13-$0.15 range.

More aggressive traders could consider entries near current levels ($0.1178) with stop-losses below $0.11. The relatively low daily ATR of $0.01 suggests controlled volatility, making position sizing more predictable.

Risk management remains crucial, with position sizes kept modest given the uncertain broader market environment and HBAR's position well below longer-term moving averages.

Conclusion Our Hedera forecast suggests HBAR is likely to trade within the $0.11-$0.15 range over the coming month, with a moderate bias toward the $0.15 target cited by analysts. The technical consolidation phase appears to be continuing, with neutral RSI and converging moving averages providing a stable foundation for the next directional move.

The HBAR price prediction carries moderate confidence given the clear technical levels and analyst targets, though broader crypto market conditions will likely influence the timeline for reaching these objectives.

Disclaimer: Cryptocurrency price predictions are inherently speculative and should not constitute financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consider your risk tolerance before investing.

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Felix Pinkston Jan 16, 2026 09:15

AAVE shows bullish potential toward $190-195 range by February 2026, with current price at $173.76 offering entry opportunity despite neutral RSI and bearish MACD momentum.

AAVE Price Prediction Summary • Short-term target (1 week): $178-183 • Medium-term forecast (1 month): $190-195 range • Bullish breakout level: $184 • Critical support: $169.10

What Crypto Analysts Are Saying About Aave While specific analyst predictions from crypto Twitter are limited in the past 24 hours, recent analysis from blockchain specialists suggests promising upward momentum for AAVE. According to Caroline Bishop's January 10 analysis, "AAVE price prediction shows potential rally to $190-$195 range by February 2026, driven by oversold RSI recovery and analyst targets up to $213. Current $165 level offers entry opportunity."

Joerg Hiller reinforced this optimistic outlook on January 11, noting that "recent analyst forecasts suggest AAVE could rally 18-25% from current levels, with technical indicators showing mixed signals as the token trades at $167.02." Most recently, Rebeca Moen's January 15 analysis highlighted that "AAVE price prediction shows bullish momentum toward $190-195 by February despite mixed signals. Technical analysis reveals key resistance at $184 with strong support holding."

These analyst forecasts align with the consensus AAVE price prediction targeting the $190-195 range by February 2026, representing potential gains of 9-12% from current levels.

AAVE Technical Analysis Breakdown Current technical indicators present a mixed but cautiously optimistic picture for the Aave forecast. Trading at $173.76, AAVE sits comfortably above its 20-period simple moving average of $164.24, indicating short-term bullish sentiment. The RSI reading of 53.99 places the token in neutral territory, suggesting neither oversold nor overbought conditions.

The MACD histogram at 0.0000 signals bearish momentum in the immediate term, though this neutral reading suggests consolidation rather than aggressive selling pressure. AAVE's position within the Bollinger Bands shows strength, with a %B reading of 0.7456, indicating the price is trading in the upper portion of the band range.

Key resistance levels emerge at $178.47 (immediate) and $183.19 (strong), while critical support sits at $169.10 with stronger backing at $164.45. The daily ATR of $8.68 indicates moderate volatility, providing both opportunity and risk for traders.

Aave Price Targets: Bull vs Bear Case Bullish Scenario In the bullish case for this AAVE price prediction, a break above the immediate resistance at $178.47 could trigger momentum toward the $183-184 range, which analysts have identified as the key breakout level. Sustained trading above $184 would validate the path toward the February targets of $190-195.

Technical confirmation would require the RSI moving above 60 and MACD histogram turning positive. Volume expansion above the current $13.19 million daily average would provide additional validation for upward movement.

Bearish Scenario The bearish scenario sees AAVE testing support at $169.10, particularly if the MACD histogram deepens into negative territory. A break below this level could expose the strong support at $164.45, aligning with the 20-period SMA.

Risk factors include broader crypto market weakness and failure to maintain above the middle Bollinger Band at $164.24. The significant gap to the 200-period SMA at $244.29 also highlights the longer-term bearish context.

Should You Buy AAVE? Entry Strategy For the current Aave forecast, the $169-173 range presents a reasonable entry zone, offering proximity to support levels with manageable risk. Conservative traders might wait for a pullback to the $169.10 support level before initiating positions.

Stop-loss placement below $164.45 would limit downside risk to approximately 5-6% from current levels. Profit-taking strategies could target the $183-184 resistance zone initially, with extended targets at the analyst-predicted $190-195 range for February.

Risk management remains crucial given the neutral-to-bearish short-term momentum signals. Position sizing should account for the moderate volatility indicated by the ATR reading.

Conclusion This AAVE price prediction suggests cautious optimism for the token's near-term prospects, with analyst targets of $190-195 by February 2026 appearing achievable based on current technical structure. The neutral RSI and proximity to key support levels provide a foundation for upward movement, though traders should monitor the MACD for momentum confirmation.

This analysis is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Cryptocurrency investments carry significant risk, and past performance does not guarantee future results. Always conduct your own research and consider your risk tolerance before making investment decisions.

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Fri, 16/01/2026 - 8:33

Shiba Inu price is back at an important support level that should act as a reset point for the asset.

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It appears that Shiba Inu is currently undergoing a necessary reset rather than a failure. The price did not descend into a continuation sell-off after being rejected in the vicinity of $0.000009. Rather, SHIB reanchored itself around the 26 EMA, a level that frequently defines short-term trend structure during recovery phases and pulled back in a controlled manner. This action is important.

Implications behind rejectionSharp rejections that cause lower lows right away typically indicate distribution. That is not the situation at hand. The price swiftly stabilized rather than declining, the pullback was orderly and volume cooled rather than increased. This indicates that instead of gathering urgency, sellers are losing it. Now the 26 EMA serves as a dynamic pivot.

SHIB/USDT Chart by TradingViewHolding above it implies that rather than starting a new bearish leg, the market is trying to regain momentum. Sustained interaction with this average following a sell-off frequently preceded multiweek recoveries in previous SHIB cycles, particularly when the overall market was not aggressively risk-off. It is crucial to put the $0.000009 rejection in perspective. That level was always going to be contested because it corresponds with heavier moving averages above.

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Failing there merely indicates that SHIB requires time to absorb supply; it does not negate recovery potential. The crucial point is that the price did not plummet following the rejection. This distinguishes trend rejection from structural resistance. This interpretation is confirmed by momentum indicators. 

Momentum resetting?RSI has retreated from regional highs without going back to an oversold position. This implies that momentum is not breaking but cooling. To put it another way, the market is strengthening rather than weakening. In terms of market structure, SHIB is currently compressing between overhead resistance close to the 50-100 EMA cluster and short-term support at the 26 EMA.

Once volume returns, this compression raises the likelihood of a directional expansion. Only after this reset phase is finished does the path of least resistance become more apparent.

All of this does not ensure a breakout right away. But compared to a simple rejection-and-dump scenario, the current arrangement is materially healthier. Recovery is still the more likely result as long as SHIB keeps defending the 26 EMA and stays clear of a high-volume breakdown below it.

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Jan 16 (Reuters) - Markets will have a lot to ponder in the coming week as January's hectic start continues apace, with U.S. President Donald Trump's appearance at the World Economic Forum in Davos taking centre stage.

The ongoing battle for control at the Federal Reserve will also head to the Supreme Court and the Bank of Japan meets, with a possible snap election on the horizon.

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Here's ​all you need to know about the coming week in financial markets by Amanda Cooper and Naomi Rovnick in London, Rae Wee in Singapore, Kevin Buckland in ‌Tokyo and Lewis Krauskopf in New York.

SNOW BOOTS ON THE GROUNDIt's that time of year when political leaders, central bankers, billionaires and tech bros swap their spreadsheets for snow boots and head to the Swiss mountain resort of Davos, for the 56th World Economic Forum.

In addition to navigating the gathering's infamous colour-coded badge system that separates the movers and shakers from everyone else, delegates will explore this year's theme, "A Spirit of Dialogue", from January 19-23.

But the main focus is going to be Trump, who plans to attend in person, having addressed the forum last year via video link, right after the start of his second term. He's said his ‌speech will cover housing and affordability proposals.

But everyone will be watching for news on anything from geopolitics to trade from the president. The one ​thing beyond the "Trump effect" that could dominate the conversation is AI.

The horizontal bar chart shows the 10 highest-rated risks for 2026 with colours for each category.COOKING UP A STORMTrump’s battle with the Federal Reserve heads to the Supreme Court on Wednesday in a case that may have ramifications for the central bank’s ability to operate independently.

The justices will hear a case filed by policymaker Lisa Cook in response to Trump’s attempt to remove her from the Fed’s board. This battle looms in the ‍wake of outgoing Fed chair Jay Powell having been served with a subpoena by the Department of Justice over previous testimonies concerning Fed office renovations.

This, Powell said, was part of the broader context of the administration's threats and ongoing pressure. The Fed sits in a category of independent agencies that are traditionally insulated from presidential control.

Cook has said Trump's claims against her did not give him the legal authority to remove her and were a pretext to fire ⁠her for her monetary policy stance.

A line chart with the title 'US inflation and interest rates'ELECTION GAMBLEJapanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is betting her personal popularity with the voting public will translate into a stronger mandate with her decision to call a snap election, ‍ostensibly for February 8.

That's actually something of a gamble. Takaichi's cabinet rating is above even that of her mentor Shinzo Abe, while her party - the scandal-tainted LDP - continues to sag near historic lows.

For now, investors seem ‌to believe her ‌coalition can at least expand their currently puny lower house majority, giving her more scope for big fiscal stimulus. And that has stocks soaring to record highs, while the yen and long-dated government bonds sink.

Her dissolution of parliament next Friday to pave the way for polls may overshadow the other big event of the week in the country: the Bank of Japan's policy decision.

After raising rates only last month, little is expected at next week's central bank gathering, with most economists postulating July as the timing for a follow-up hike.

A line chart of change in yen dollar exchange rate since October 6, 2025TARGET MET, WHAT NEXTChina kicks off the week with the release of its highly ⁠anticipated fourth-quarter and full-year GDP figures, where expectations ⁠are for Beijing to have met its ​growth target even as its economy continues to trudge along.

Growth, which President Xi Jinping said last month is set to reach around 5% in 2025, is likely to have been supported by the country's goods exports, which proved resilient even in the face of Trump's tariffs.

China reported a record trade surplus of nearly $1.2 trillion in 2025.

But one of the key questions facing policymakers is how long the $19 trillion economy ‌can withstand a property slump and sluggish domestic demand ‍by exporting ever-cheaper goods.

Alongside Monday's GDP data, investors will also get December house prices and retail sales figures, which are likely to reinforce the case for further policy support.

The line chart shows China's year-on-year and quarter-on-quarter change in GDP along with Q4 2025 estimates.EARNINGS STREAMThe fourth-quarter U.S. earnings season heats up, with reports due from high-profile companies including Netflix (NFLX.O), opens new tab, Johnson & Johnson (JNJ.N), opens new tab and Intel (INTC.O), opens new tab.

Streaming giant Netflix reports results in the middle of its high-stakes battle with Paramount Skydance (PSKY.O), opens new tab for Warner Bros Discovery (WBD.O), opens new tab - deal set to shake up the media landscape.

Mixed results from banks have kicked off the ​reporting season, as top JPMorgan (JPM.N), opens new tab executives also warned Trump's proposed 10% cap on credit card interest rates would hurt consumers.

Corporate ‍outlooks will be crucial over the coming weeks. Broad expected earnings growth in 2026 is a key underpinning for optimism among stock investors.

The line chart shows change in share price of listed media companies -Netflix ,Paramount Skydance and Warner Bros Discovery since Dec. 1, 2025​

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XRP Surpasses Bitcoin and Ethereum as South Korea’s Most Traded Crypto in 2025According to renowned market analyst X Finance Bull, XRP dominated South Korea’s crypto market in 2025, surpassing Bitcoin and Ethereum. 

Upbit, one of the country’s largest exchanges, reports XRP as the year’s most traded digital asset, underscoring massive retail adoption in one of the world’s most active crypto markets.

Beyond price hype, the real story is trading activity: volume, liquidity, and usage. XRP/KRW led South Korea’s markets for most of 2025, with Upbit alone processing over $1 trillion in trades. This isn’t market noise, it’s a clear signal of adoption, engagement, and XRP’s dominance in a major crypto ecosystem.

Why does this matter? South Korea’s retail-driven crypto market is a real-world test of demand, where traders prioritize utility, liquidity, and adoption over hype. XRP’s dominance reflects this pragmatism, its real-world use cases, from remittances to on-chain liquidity, drive consistent trading activity.

High usage fuels liquidity, which in turn attracts both retail and institutional capital. XRP’s standing in South Korea illustrates this dynamic: steady adoption and deep liquidity make it a preferred trading asset, with price following fundamentals rather than speculation. 

On Upbit alone, XRP recently recorded daily trading volumes exceeding $95 million, underscoring its ongoing authority in the market.

Well, this trend is telling. While global headlines spotlight Bitcoin and Ethereum, South Korea proves that smaller-cap networks can lead when they deliver real-world utility and consistent engagement. XRP’s 2025 performance underscores a timeless principle: liquidity and usage drive attention, and ultimately, price.

As 2026 begins, XRP’s dominance in South Korea highlights a fundamental truth: trading volume and adoption outweigh hype. Real market behavior, not speculative chatter, reveals which assets truly matter. XRP’s trajectory offers a clear lesson that relevance in real markets comes before price, and in pragmatic markets like South Korea, relevance is everything.

ConclusionXRP’s 2025 dominance in South Korea proves a core crypto principle: real-world usage and deep liquidity drive lasting market relevance. Beyond price headlines, consistent adoption, trading volume, and capital flow define an asset’s true strength. In South Korea’s discerning market, XRP shows that relevance creates price, not vice versa.

Rising active addresses, record-high daily transactions, and expanding stablecoin usage—supported by lower fees and layer-2 scaling—are strengthening Ethereum’s fundamentals and improving its near-term outlook. At the same time, broader crypto market sentiment has cooled after reaching a multi-month high, due to uncertainty around US crypto regulation.

Ethereum User Growth AcceleratesEthereum’s on-chain activity is showing new momentum, driven by a surge in new users and a sharp improvement in how many of them are interacting with the network over time. According to data from Glassnode, month-over-month “activity retention” among new participants almost doubled.

This suggests that the recent growth is being fueled by fresh wallets rather than recycled activity from long-term users. Glassnode also pointed out that first-time interacting addresses spiked over the past 30 days.

The scale of this increase is quite impressive. New addresses engaging with the network climbed from just over four million to around eight million in a single month, which suggests that Ethereum is once again attracting users at a pace not seen recently. Activity retention, which measures whether users stay active rather than appearing briefly and leaving, strengthened alongside this growth, pointing to more durable usage rather than speculative bursts of activity.

Other network metrics reinforce this trend. Data from Etherscan shows that active addresses have more than doubled over the past year, rising from roughly 410,000 to over one million by mid-January. Daily transaction counts also surged, hitting a new all-time high of approximately 2.8 million transactions. This is an increase of about 125% compared with the same period last year.

Active Ethereum addresses over the past year (Source: Etherscan)

Milk Road attributes most of this activity to a rapid expansion in stablecoin usage at a time when transaction fees on Ethereum are falling. This trend has been enabled by Ethereum’s scaling roadmap, which shifts execution to layer-2 networks while maintaining secure settlement on the base layer. Lower fees and faster execution have made Ethereum a lot more practical for everyday transfers, payments, and decentralized finance activity.

Analysts are interpreting these developments as constructive for Ethereum’s outlook. Justin d’Anethan of Arctic Digital said in an interview that improving sentiment, recovering technical indicators, and renewed capital inflows into ETFs, stablecoins, and native protocols are creating conditions for higher prices. 

ETH’s price action over the past 3 months (Source: CoinCodex)

Taken together, rising user retention, record transaction volumes, and strengthening institutional interest are reshaping Ethereum’s on-chain narrative. Michaël van de Poppe suggested that Ethereum is experiencing a period of compression that could resolve with a breakout in the near term. 

Crypto Sentiment SlipsAlthough Ethereum’s momentum is picking up, crypto market sentiment has cooled after reaching a multi-month high, due to uncertainty around US crypto regulation. The Crypto Fear & Greed Index fell sharply, dropping to a neutral score of 49 out of 100 after briefly entering “greed” territory on Thursday. This reading of 61 was the index’s highest level in several months.

Crypto fear and greed index (Source: Alternative)

The spike in sentiment came alongside a strong move higher in Bitcoin, which gained roughly 5% on Thursday and briefly pushed toward the upper $97,000 range. That rally helped drive the Fear & Greed Index to its strongest level since early October, when optimism peaked just before a major market selloff and widespread liquidations. .

According to crypto analytics firm Santiment, Bitcoin’s recent rally appeared fundamentally supported, which points to continued accumulation by large, sophisticated investors while retail traders were selling into strength. This divergence suggested that the price move was not purely speculative, but rather underpinned by longer-term positioning. However, sentiment on social media and among industry leaders began to soften as concerns emerged over a Senate version of a long-anticipated US crypto market structure bill.

The goal of the proposed legislation is to clarify how digital assets will be regulated in the United States by dividing oversight responsibilities between key financial regulators. While many in the crypto industry were prepared to back the bill despite compromises, several provisions caused some backlash, particularly those seen as limiting stablecoin yields. 

Opposition intensified after Brian Armstrong withdrew his support by arguing that the bill would be worse than maintaining the current regulatory status quo. He stated that Coinbase would prefer no legislation at all over a framework that could stifle innovation.

After the pushback, the Senate Banking Committee canceled its planned markup of the bill, due to the need for additional time to secure enough support. The Senate Agriculture Committee similarly postponed its own markup to later in January. The delays introduced fresh uncertainty, and also reinforced concerns among traders that regulatory friction could weigh on prices in the near term.

KAITO token price dropped as much as 24% on Friday after the development team at Kaito revealed they would be ending their Yaps program. It has dropped below a key descending trendline, making it vulnerable to more losses ahead.

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KAITO token price has fallen over 24% in the past 24 hours. The downtrend began after Kaito shut down Yaps to comply with X policy changes. KAITO price fell below a key trendline support on the 4-hour chart. In a Jan. 15 X post, Yu Hu, founder of crypto analytics platform Kaito, announced that the project will be ending its Yaps product and incentivized leaderboards in a bid to comply with policy changes at X, which recently implemented a ban on applications that reward users for posting content.

“After discussions with X, it’s agreed that a fully permissionless distribution system is no longer viable, nor aligned with the needs of high-quality brands, serious content creators, or X as a platform,” noted Hu.

The KAITO (KAITO) token fell nearly 21% within the first hour and subsequently settled at approximately $0.54 at press time, down about 24% from the time the news broke.

Hu’s announcement came shortly after X’s head of product, Nikita Bier, noted that the company has revised its policies to prohibit applications that incentivize users for posting. Bier cited a surge in AI-generated spam and reply slop, which led to this resolution.

The policy change targeted Information Finance (InfoFi) platforms such as Kaito that gamified user engagement through X’s API and distributed crypto rewards based on social interactions.

Crypto sleuth ZachXBT noted the policy change had affected nearly 157k members from the Kaito Yapper community who were banned following the crackdown.

For the uninitiated, Yaps was a product from Kaito where users earned Yap points and KAITO tokens for posting tweets about brands or projects. However, as more users joined the ecosystem, it led to a significant rise in AI-generated content and automated spam.

Following the sunset of Yaps, Kaito will replace it with Kaito Studio, a more selective, tier-based marketing platform that will expand its reach to other social channels, including YouTube and TikTok.

KAITO price analysis On the 4-hour chart, KAITO has lost a key descending trendline that had been acting as a critical support level since late December last year. A drop below this trendline suggests bearish momentum could likely continue to weigh on the price in the short term. 

KAITO price has dropped below a key descending trendline support on the 4-hour chart — Jan. 16 | Source: crypto.news Technical indicators such as the MACD and Chaikin Money Flow index also seem to support the bearish bias. 

The MACD lines recently confirmed a bearish crossover and were steeply trending downwards, which is a sign that sell-side pressure was increasing. The Chaikin Money Flow index, which shows the net flow of money into or out of the asset, also came out with a negative reading.

Hence, it’s likely that KAITO will continue to decline towards its December low of $0.47 before bulls attempt any potential recovery.

However, if the KAITO price manages to rebound and move back above the $0.60 psychological level, it could potentially end its current downtrend.

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Binance is cutting off network support for ARB, 1INCH, TURBO and others starting Jan. 22, putting millions at risk of loss if tokens are sent over now-blocked chains.

Cover image via U.Today Binance just announced that it is cutting support for five major cryptocurrencies on some of the biggest blockchain networks, starting at 8:00 a.m. UTC on Jan. 22, 2026. While the coins are not being delisted, users sending funds over the specified chains after that time risk losing them once and for all.

The affected pairings span a bunch of different ecosystems. Arbitrum (ARB) and 0G (0G) will not be supported via the Ethereum Network anymore. Also, 1Inch (1INCH) is being cut off on the BNB Smart Chain, Kite (KITE) on AVAX-C Chain and Turbo (TURBO) on Solana.

In practice, this means you cannot make or receive cross-chain deposits or withdrawals for these tokens on the networks they are now excluded from. The platform said that deposits made using these channels after the deadline will not be credited and could lead to total asset loss. 

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But users can still transfer these coins using other chains that Binance supports — assuming there is enough liquidity.

Are assets safe?A network's choice says a lot. Ethereum and Solana dominate decentralized finance and meme coin flows and BNB Chain has long been a cheaper DeFi alternative. Cutting 1inch from BNB and TURBO from Solana cuts off a lot of retail access.

What's especially ironic is that ARB was actually developed as a scaling solution for Ethereum, but now it is being removed from the network.

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No official reason was given, but it might have something to do with the cost of maintaining the bridge, network fees or compliance risk. 

For now, it is an obvious sign: if you are holding any of these five tokens, it is time to double-check which network they are on.

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TLDR Bitcoin ETFs saw a total daily net inflow of $100.18 million, with IBIT on NASDAQ leading at $315.79 million. IBIT on NASDAQ continues to dominate with a cumulative net inflow of $63.43 billion and net assets of $74.78 billion. FBTC on CBOE faced a slight downturn, with a negative 1-day net inflow of -$188.89 million, bringing its cumulative inflows to $12.12 billion. GBTC on NYSE saw a reduction in inflows, posting a -$36.43 million 1-day net inflow, contributing to a cumulative net outflow of -$25.37 billion. BTC on NYSE posted modest growth with a 1-day net inflow of $6.74 million, resulting in total cumulative inflows of $1.95 billion. As of January 15, the total daily net inflow across the Bitcoin ETFs stands at $100.18 million. The cumulative total net inflow has reached $58.22 billion. Total value traded is recorded at $3.99 billion. The total net assets for the Bitcoin ETFs as of January 15 are $125.18 billion, representing 6.58% of the Bitcoin market cap.

BlackRock’s  IBIT Leads with $315.79 Million Inflow SoSoValue update reveals that IBIT on NASDAQ, shows a small decline of -0.14% in its premium. Its 1-day net inflow stands at $315.79 million, and its cumulative net inflow is $63.43 billion. The net assets are reported at $74.78 billion, with a Bitcoin market share of 3.93%. Its total daily value traded is $2.75 billion.

Source: SoSoValue (Bitcoin ETFs) FBTC on CBOE has experienced a slight decrease of -0.04%. Its 1-day net inflow is negative at -$188.89 million, with a cumulative net inflow of $12.12 billion. The net assets total $19.20 billion, making up 1.01% of the Bitcoin market share. GBTC Bitcoin ETF on NYSE posted a negative 1-day net inflow of -$36.43 million. Its cumulative net inflow stands at -$25.37 billion. Net assets are valued at $15.56 billion, with a Bitcoin market share of 0.82%.

On the other hand, BTC on NYSE 1-day net inflow is recorded at $6.74 million, with cumulative net inflows of $1.95 billion.  BITB on NYSE has had no change in net inflow, with net assets of $2.33 billion and a Bitcoin market share of 0.24%.

ARKB on CBOE reports stable performance  in net inflows. The net assets are $1.71 billion, making up 0.19% of the Bitcoin market share.BRRR on NASDAQ reports a strong 1-day net inflow of $2.96 million, with cumulative net inflows of $251.58 million. Net assets stand at $580.12 million, with a Bitcoin market share of 0.52%. The daily value traded is $26.89 million.

BTCO, EZBC, BTCW, and DEFI Bitcoin ETFs Record Stable Performance BTCO on CBOE shows no change with net assets of $612.01 million. The daily value traded is $94.91 million. EZBC on CBOE reports a minimal decline of -0.11% in premium. Its 1-day net inflow is $0.00, and cumulative net inflows are recorded at $360.56 million. The net assets stand at $579.08 million, with a Bitcoin market share of 0.03%.

HODL on CBOE also saw no change in net inflow. Net assets stand at $1.52 billion. Daily value traded is $43.42 million. BTCW on CBOE experienced no change in inflows, with cumulative net inflows at $49.74 million. Net assets stand at $157.39 million, and its Bitcoin market share is 0.01%.

DEFI on NYSE shows a small increase of +0.02% in premium. The 1-day net inflow is $0.00, and the cumulative net inflow is negative at -$1.45 million. The Bitcoin ETF’s net assets are recorded at $12.92 million, with a Bitcoin market share of 0.00%.