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Key Takeaways Until recently, software was a leading industry group on Wall Street.Evidence is building that software is being disrupted by AI.The latest AI products allow companies to have cheaper and better software. In 2011, Marc Andreessen proclaimed in a blog that “software is eating the world.”  Like many of his bets and predictions, Marc Andreessen’s quote aged like a fine wine. Andreessen wrote: “Six decades into the computer revolution, four decades since the invention of the microprocessor, and two decades into the rise of modern internet, all the technology required to transform industries through software finally works and can be delivered at global scale.”  He added, “we believe that many of the prominent new internet companies are building real, high-growth, high-margin, highly defensible businesses.”  That’s exactly what would happen.

Over the past 15 years, the iShares Tech-Software ETF ((IGV - Free Report) ) ran from under $10 to ~$120 as investors gravitated to software stocks due to their lucrative, high-margin, defendable and predictable businesses.

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Software Stocks Have Plummeted Recently

Despite the software industry’s robust long-term performance, the group’s performance has deteriorated dramatically over the past few months. Below are some of the software group’s biggest losers (sorted by drawdown from all-time highs):

·       UiPath ((PATH - Free Report) ): -84%

·       Paycom Software ((PAYC - Free Report) ): -73%

·       The Trade Desk ((TTD - Free Report) ): -70%

·       DocuSign ((DOCU - Free Report) ): -65%

AI is Disrupting Software The horrific performance in many former leading software stocks is no accident. With the advent of advanced AI tools, investors are increasingly concerned that AI will disrupt these once-lucrative businesses. In fact, there are plenty of signs that this is already occurring. The latest AI tools, like Anthropic’s “Claude Coworker”, help companies perform tasks much faster than legacy software companies and at a fraction of the cost.

Evidence that AI is Disrupting Software Disruptive AI tools are beginning to pressure software margins and pricing power. For instance, Docusign once enjoyed a return on equity (ROE) of 169%. Today, DOCU’s ROE has plummeted to 39% - an all-time low for the stock as a public company.

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Meanwhile, Atlassian, a company that sells management and integration software, is experiencing sluggish growth. After growing EPS at a double-digit clip for the past three years, Zacks Consensus Estimates predict that the company will grow at just 7.59% in 2026.

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To make matters worse, many software companies are racing to implement AI features into their products, but for the most part, those efforts are not bearing fruit.

Not All Software Companies Are DoomedAlthough most software companies are being disrupted by AI, some, like Shopify ((SHOP - Free Report) ), are weathering the storm. Unlike many software companies, Shopify has adopted an all-hands-on-deck approach to AI adoption. For example, the company has unveiled a 24/7 AI-powered chatbot to help merchants and has partnered with OpenAI to allow users to purchase products straight from the wildly popular “ChatGPT” large language model.

Bottom Line

After a decade of growth and soaring stock prices, the software industry is being disrupted by AI. As AI tools get more complex and improve, software companies are becoming dispensable.

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Amazon CEO Andy Jassy says tariff-driven price hikes begining to show as vendors run out of stockpiled goods brought in pre-tariff. REUTERS/Brendan McDermid 2026-01-21T05:01:01.243Z

Amazon CEO Andy Jassy said tariff-driven price hikes are beginning to show. Vendors are running out of pre-tariff inventory and "don't have endless options," says Jassy. Jassy said in June 2025 that prices didn't "appreciably go up," but he is changing his tone now. Tariff price hikes are starting to show up in your Amazon shopping cart.

The CEO of Amazon, Andy Jassy, told CNBC in an interview with reporter Becky Quick at the World Economic Forum in Davos that vendors are running out of stockpiled goods imported ahead of Trump's tariffs, and that consumers will be "starting to see more of that impact."

"So you start to see some of the tariffs creep into some of the prices, some of the items," said Jassy, "And you see some sellers are deciding that they're passing on those higher costs to consumers in the form of higher prices, some are deciding that they'll absorb it to drive demand, and some are doing something in between."

Jassy also said that though the company is striving to "keep prices as low as possible," price hikes may sometimes be inevitable.

"At a certain point, because retail is, as you know, a mid-single digit operating margin business, if people's costs go up by 10%, there aren't a lot of places to absorb it," Jassy added. "You don't have endless options."

While Amazon's shopping business has its own products, it mainly serves as an ecommerce platform for other independent sellers, so it cannot control price hikes. Earlier in Trump's tariff push, a rumour that Amazon would start displaying exactly how much tariffs contributed to the cost of an item drew the president's ire. Amazon said it never made such plans.

In June 2025, Jassy told CNBC in an interview that many of Amazon's third-party selling partners "forward deployed a lot of inventory" to avoid "issues with the uncertainty around where tariffs are going to settle," adding that at that point, he did not see "prices appreciably go up."

The bulk of Trump's tariffs have been enacted under presidential emergency powers, including the 10% baseline levy on almost all imports. His right to impose such duties is being reviewed by the US Supreme Court after multiple small businesses filed lawsuits.

If SCOTUS rules these tariffs unconstitutional, Scott Bessent, the Secretary of the Treasury, said in a court document that the government could be on the hook to refund $1 trillion to businesses that paid. According to the Kiel Institute for the World Economy, a German think tank, 96% of the new revenue collected by the US Customs is being paid by American consumers, while foreign exporters only shouldered 4% of the burden.

Amazon did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

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One important metric from Netflix's latest quarterly report highlights a key concern for investors.

Shares of TV specialist Netflix (NFLX 0.48%) sank in after-market hours on Tuesday when the company reported its fourth-quarter results. The quarterly results, in and of themselves, were great, featuring top-line year-over-year growth that accelerated and a widening of its operating margin. But shares slid anyway.

So why did shares fall about 5% after the company reported its latest quarterly results, adding to an already brutal sell-off recently?

There could be several factors that spooked investors. But one factor in particular looks like an especially good reason for investors to be concerned: management's guidance for significantly slower constant-currency revenue growth in 2026 compared to 2025. Management's guidance on this key metric implies a substantial step-down in Netflix's growth pace.

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Netflix's fourth-quarter results: what is going right Overall, Netflix's fourth quarter was exceptional. Starting with its top line, Netflix's fourth-quarter revenue rose 17.6% year over year, accelerating from 17.2% growth in the third quarter of 2025. Furthermore, the company's operating margin of 24.5% marked an expansion from 22.2% in the fourth quarter of 2024. This powerful combination of strong double-digit revenue growth and significant operating margin expansion led to outsize earnings growth. Netflix's fourth-quarter earnings per share rose 30% year-over-year to 56 cents.

Additionally, the company's free cash flow looked great. Netflix's free cash flow for the fourth quarter of 2025 was about $1.9 billion, up from about $1.4 billion in the fourth quarter of 2024.

And then there's the streaming giant's 3-year-old advertising business. Netflix said its advertising revenue in 2025 was 2.5 times that in 2024, totaling $1.5 billion (more than 3% of total 2025 revenue).

Topping it all off, Netflix said that it crossed 325 million paid memberships, highlighting the company's massive reach.

Netflix's fourth-quarter results: what may have disappointed investors So why would investors be disappointed with results like this?

One thing that may be bugging some investors is the company's full-year revenue guidance. On the surface, Netflix's forecast for 12% to 14% year-over-year revenue growth in 2026 may not seem too disappointing. After all, this is exactly what Netflix forecast when it was headed into 2025.

But when you compare the company's initial 2025 revenue forecast on a currency-neutral basis to its 2026 forecast on the same basis, management is entering 2026 with a much more subdued outlook. When Netflix reported its fourth-quarter 2024 results last year, management guided for revenue on a constant-currency basis to increase 14% to 17% year over year. For 2026, however, management expects constant currency revenue growth of 11% to 13%.

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Given the stock's premium valuation, with a price-to-earnings ratio in the mid-30s, it makes sense that the growth stock would sell off following a forecast for meaningfully slower growth. Note that last year, Netflix's 2025 constant-currency revenue growth rate came in at 17% for the full year -- at the high end of management's initial guidance range for the year. If the company again delivers revenue at the high end of its constant-currency revenue growth forecast range, Netflix's 2026 revenue will grow by just 13%. This would be a substantial slowdown from 17% growth in 2025.

Ultimately, given Netflix's outlook for slower growth this year than last, I don't think this is the right time to buy shares in the streaming service company's stock. Sure, management expects a strong first quarter with revenue during the period rising 15.3% year over year. But growth could decelerate further in 2026, putting pressure on the stock given the high expectations baked into its valuation.

For now, I think the best move is to be patient. Perhaps investors will get a better entry point into the stock at some point later this year.

Harvest volumes Q4 2025 (1) Farming Norway 98.0 thousand tonnes   (FY: 332 thousand tonnes) Farming Scotland 12.5 thousand tonnes   (FY: 72 thousand tonnes) Farming Chile 26.5 thousand tonnes   (FY: 78 thousand tonnes) Farming Canada 6.5 thousand tonnes   (FY: 37 thousand tonnes) Farming Ireland 1.0 thousand tonnes   (FY: 11 thousand tonnes) Farming Faroes 3.5 thousand tonnes   (FY: 15 thousand tonnes) Farming Iceland (Arctic Fish) 4.0 thousand tonnes   (FY: 15 thousand tonnes) Total 152.0 thousand tonnes   (FY: 559 thousand tonnes) Full year harvest volumes were record-high 559 thousand tonnes in 2025 vs 502 thousand tonnes in 2024, equivalent to a growth of 11.4%. In connection with the presentation of the Q3 2025 results, Mowi guided a total harvest volume of 147k GWT for Q4 2025.

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WISeKey’s Subsidiary, WISeSat Joins Forces with Spacetalk to Operate a Neutral Platform Dedicated to Global Space Traffic Coordination
        

Davos, January 21, 2026 — WISeKey International Holding Ltd (“WISeKey”) (SIX: WIHN, NASDAQ: WKEY), a leading global cybersecurity, blockchain, and IoT company, today announces that its subsidiary, WISeSat.Space (“WISeSat”), an entity that focuses on space technology for secure satellite communication, specifically for IoT applications, and Spacetalk SA (“Spacetalk”), a company developing the world’s first neutral, transparent, and collaborative digital platform dedicated to global space traffic coordination, signed an MoU as 1st step for preparing a strategic partnership to operate an innovative and neutral platform dedicated to global space traffic coordination.

In response to the absence of a unified international framework and the exponential growth in the number of satellites and space actors, Spacetalk offers a transparent, collaborative, and non-discriminatory solution aimed at preventing collisions, avoiding conflicts, reducing space debris, ensuring equitable access to space, and preserving the freedom to observe the universe.

WISeSat complements this initiative by providing secure and trusted access to the Spacetalk platform through the use of personal digital identities issued via WISeKey’s WISeID services. These identities are delivered following a rigorous identity verification process (KYC – Know Your Customer), ensuring that only duly identified, authenticated, and authorized actors can access the platform. This approach enables space traffic operators and stakeholders to coordinate maneuvers and exchange critical information within a highly reliable, traceable, and sovereign environment.

Open to all global space actors, from civil, to institutional, commercial, and academic, the Spacetalk platform operated in partnership with WISeSat, aims to foster operational dialogue and secure information sharing in order to address the urgent and growing challenges of space traffic management (STM).

As the orbital environment becomes increasingly congested, driven by the rapid expansion of satellite constellations, accelerated accumulation of space debris, and lack of coordinated international regulation, management of orbital activities remains fragmented and largely dependent on national systems and ad hoc bilateral agreements. This lack of coordination elevates collision risks, drives up operational costs associated with avoidance maneuvers, and fuels misunderstandings among civil, commercial, and military space actors. Spacetalk addresses these challenges by providing a neutral and collaborative platform designed to establish continuous operational dialogue and facilitate the sharing of essential information among stakeholders, including between competing spacefaring nations.

During the pilot phase conducted in October 2025, institutional, industrial, and academic partners accessed the Spacetalk platform through a secure and personalized authentication process based on certified digital identities. Participants shared orbital data on space objects with other platform members in an environment designed to ensure confidentiality, traceability, and interoperability of exchanges. They also used Spacetalk’s advanced orbital data conversion tools, developed in collaboration with partners, to translate existing formats, particularly Two-Line Elements (TLE) and Orbital Ephemeris Messages (OEM), into a common format enabling cooperation across heterogeneous systems.

This testing phase also allowed users to access the platform’s inventory of space objects as well as its stakeholder directory, significantly improving space situational awareness and the understanding of the actor landscape. Interactions were further supported by a dedicated secure messaging system, providing a direct, targeted, and protected communication channel among members, independent of any national infrastructure.

Partners participating in the pilot represented the world’s major space regions: in Europe, the European Space Agency (ESA), Okapi Orbits, EPFL, and the Swiss Armed Forces and in Asia, Chinese entities such as Debris-X as well as Indian partners like OrbitArch. This geographical and institutional diversity highlights the ability of Spacetalk and WISeSat to bring together stakeholders with highly diverse profiles within a common framework for voluntary, neutral, and trust-based dialogue.

“After a very successful testing phase, we are extremely proud to launch Spacetalk with WISeSat and to open our platform to all global space traffic actors,” said Dr. Benjamin Guyot, Founder and CEO of Spacetalk. “Spacetalk is an accelerator of concrete solutions for space safety. Our voluntary and neutral approach enables immediate and pragmatic action, without waiting for an international political consensus.”

“The Spacetalk pilot demonstrated the value of trusted, interoperable data-sharing for operational space safety,” said Carlos Moreira, CEO of WISeKey. “By contributing WISeSat’s expertise and operational perspective, we are helping lay the foundation for practical, collaborative space traffic coordination at a global scale.”

About Spacetalk SA
Founded in 2023 in Lausanne, Switzerland, Spacetalk SA is a Swiss company developing the world’s first neutral, transparent, and collaborative digital platform dedicated to global space traffic coordination (www.spacetalk.ch). Created to address the critical lack of operational dialogue among the growing number of public and private actors operating in space, Spacetalk provides an independent environment for secure information sharing, direct communication between operators, and coordination of orbital activities.

Based on a voluntary and incentive-driven model, the platform is fully compatible with existing standards as well as national Space Situational Awareness (SSA) and Space Traffic Management (STM) systems. Rooted in Switzerland’s tradition of neutrality and independence, Spacetalk SA aims to make a tangible contribution to space traffic safety, conflict risk reduction, and the gradual emergence of responsible and shared practices in space governance, guided by international cooperation.

About WISeSat.Space
WISeSat.Space is WISeKey’s space division dedicated to secure satellite connectivity services, space-based Internet of Things (IoT), and trusted infrastructures in orbit. Leveraging advanced cybersecurity technologies, sovereign satellites, and certified digital identities, WISeSat.Space delivers critical services that ensure the authenticity, integrity, and resilience of communications and data in space.

About WISeKey

WISeKey International Holding Ltd (“WISeKey”, SIX: WIHN; Nasdaq: WKEY) is a global leader in cybersecurity, digital identity, and IoT solutions platform. It operates as a Swiss-based holding company through several operational subsidiaries, each dedicated to specific aspects of its technology portfolio. The subsidiaries include (i) SEALSQ Corp (Nasdaq: LAES), which focuses on semiconductors, PKI, and post-quantum technology products, (ii) WISeKey SA which specializes in RoT and PKI solutions for secure authentication and identification in IoT, Blockchain, and AI, (iii) WISeSat AG which focuses on space technology for secure satellite communication, specifically for IoT applications, (iv) WISe.ART Corp which focuses on trusted blockchain NFTs and operates the WISe.ART marketplace for secure NFT transactions, and (v) SEALCOIN AG which focuses on decentralized physical internet with DePIN technology and house the development of the SEALCOIN platform.

Each subsidiary contributes to WISeKey’s mission of securing the internet while focusing on their respective areas of research and expertise. Their technologies seamlessly integrate into the comprehensive WISeKey platform. WISeKey secures digital identity ecosystems for individuals and objects using Blockchain, AI, and IoT technologies. With over 1.6 billion microchips deployed across various IoT sectors, WISeKey plays a vital role in securing the Internet of Everything. The company’s semiconductors generate valuable Big Data that, when analyzed with AI, enable predictive equipment failure prevention. Trusted by the OISTE/WISeKey cryptographic Root of Trust, WISeKey provides secure authentication and identification for IoT, Blockchain, and AI applications. The WISeKey Root of Trust ensures the integrity of online transactions between objects and people. For more information on WISeKey’s strategic direction and its subsidiary companies, please visit www.wisekey.com.

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This press release does not constitute an offer to sell, or a solicitation of an offer to buy, any securities, and it does not constitute an offering prospectus within the meaning of the Swiss Financial Services Act (“FinSA”), the FinSa's predecessor legislation or advertising within the meaning of the FinSA. Investors must rely on their own evaluation of WISeKey and its securities, including the merits and risks involved. Nothing contained herein is, or shall be relied on as, a promise or representation as to the future performance of WISeKey.

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SummaryCompaniesPermits for 28 companies stripped for environmental violationsDeforestation linked to deadly Sumatra floodsEnvironmentalists say firms should be forced to restore forestJAKARTA, Jan 21 (Reuters) - A China-backed hydropower plant and a gold mining unit run by Indonesian conglomerate Astra International were among the 28 firms that had their permits revoked by the Jakarta government on Tuesday, accused of environmental breaches that worsened last year's floods.

The cyclone-induced floods and landslides on the island of Sumatra in late November killed 1,200 people, destroyed homes and displaced over a million residents. Environmental experts said the devastation was worsened by rampant deforestation to make way for mines and plantations.

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President Prabowo Subianto on Tuesday revoked the permits of 28 firms involved in forestry, oil palm and cocoa as well as power generation and mining. They included PT North Sumatra Hydro Energy (NHSE), PT Agincourt Resources and PT Toba Pulp Lestari (INRU.JK), opens new tab.

NHSE, responsible for the Batangtoru hydropower plant, is controlled by China's SDIC Power Holdings Co. Ltd, according to Indonesia's state utility firm.

The project, currently under construction by PowerChina, has long been on the radar of environmental activists, with many calling for it to be stopped because of the ecological destruction it has wrought on the biodiverse island.

Prior to the floods, the power project, which will have a total installed capacity of 510 megawatts, was expected to be fully operational by the end of this year.

SDIC Power did not immediately respond to a Reuters email seeking comment. NHSE and PowerChina could not be reached for comment.

On Monday, Huang He, China's consulate general in North Sumatra, told local media that the construction of the Batangtoru plant was compliant with Indonesian laws, adding that he hoped the company's activities could be resumed.

Pulp maker Toba Pulp on Wednesday said it was seeking clarification from the government while it assesses the potential impact on its business.

"This government statement has the potential to impact timber harvesting, the primary raw material for the company's production," it said in an exchange filing.

Astra International's Agincourt, which operates the Martabe gold and silver mine, did not immediately comment on Wednesday. Previously, it said linking its operations to last November's disaster was "premature".

It was not immediately clear what the revocation of the permits would mean for the future of the projects.

Environmental group WALHI has called on the government to make sure the companies rehabilitate the degraded forests, said director executive Boy Jerry Sembiring, adding that the assets should not be transferred to other owners.

From 2001 to 2024, Sumatra has lost 4.4 million hectares (11 million acres) of forest, an area bigger than Switzerland, according to David Gaveau, the founder of deforestation monitor Nusantara Atlas.

Striking images of hundreds of logs washed downstream by flood waters last year caused uproar amongst locals and Indoensians from across the archipelago.

Reporting by Fransiska Nangoy, Bernadette Christina; Editing by Gibran Peshimam and David Stanway

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Halliburton Company (NYSE:HAL) will release earnings for the fourth quarter before the opening bell on Wednesday, Jan. 21.

Analysts expect the Houston, Texas-based company to report fourth-quarter earnings of 55 cents per share. That’s down from 70 cents per share in the year-ago period. The consensus estimate for Halliburton's quarterly revenue is $5.41 billion (it reported $5.61 billion last year), according to Benzinga Pro.

The company has beaten analyst estimates for revenue in three straight quarters, but only in four of the last 10 quarters overall.

Shares of Halliburton fell 1.6% to close at $32.06 on Tuesday.

Benzinga readers can access the latest analyst ratings on the Analyst Stock Ratings page. Readers can sort by stock ticker, company name, analyst firm, rating change or other variables.

Let's have a look at how Benzinga's most-accurate analysts have rated the company in the recent period.

Piper Sandler analyst Derek Podhaizer maintained a Neutral rating and raised the price target from $29 to $30 on Jan. 14, 2026. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 72%. TD Cowen analyst Marc Bianchi maintained a Buy rating and raised the price target from $38 to $39 on Jan. 7, 2026. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 63%. Susquehanna analyst Charles Minervino maintained a Positive rating and increased the price target from $29 to $36 on Jan. 7, 2026. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 74%. Evercore ISI Group analyst James West downgraded the stock from Outperform to In-Line and raised the price target from $28 to $35 on Jan. 6, 2026. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 73%. Barclays analyst David Anderson maintained an Equal-Weight rating and raised the price target from $25 to $30 on Dec. 17, 2025. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 69% Considering buying HAL stock? Here’s what analysts think:

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Gold prices climbed to a fresh record above $4,800 on Wednesday, extending a sharp rally as investors sought safety amid tariff threats from the White House and renewed concerns about a global trade war.

The surge has reignited debate among investors over how much prices can rise after a blockbuster year for the bullion.

Following a record-breaking 2025, gold has entered 2026 with momentum intact as geopolitical tensions, falling real interest rates and efforts by investors and central banks to diversify away from the dollar reinforce its role as the world's ultimate haven, analysts said.

Forecasts are increasingly bullish. Analysts surveyed by the London Bullion Market Association expect prices to rise above $5,000 this year, citing expectations of lower U.S. real rates, continued Federal Reserve easing and sustained central-bank diversification away from the dollar.

Julia Du, a senior commodities strategist at ICBC Standard Bank, sees gold prices pushing as high as $7,150.

"Gold remains the headline story after a record-breaking 2025," the LBMA said in its forecast survey.

Goldman Sachs also reiterated its bullish stance, calling gold its highest-conviction trade, driven by a shift in who is buying the metal.

"Gold remains our highest conviction long or base case, the price by the end of this year is $4,900," said Daan Struyven, co-head of global commodities research at Goldman Sachs.

He noted that central bank purchases drove gains in 2023 and 2024, while the rally accelerated in 2025 as private-sector demand increased.

"Private investors are starting to diversify into gold through different channels," he said in a media briefing on Wednesday, with ETF inflows offering one clear evidence of that shift, though it's difficult to separate retail demand from institutional flows. 

According to Goldman Sachs, demand largely came from private wealth firms, asset managers, hedge funds and pension investors.

For many gold bulls, geopolitics remains the defining backdrop. Nicky Shiels, head of metals strategy at MKS PAMP, said the current cycle does not resemble a speculative peak. She expects gold prices to reach $5,400 this year.

"Last year was historic, sort of a once in a hundred year event across precious metals, where silver basically doubled," she said.

"Gold was up 60%, so we won't see a repeat of those gains, but $5,400 is a solid 30% up year on year," she said. "This is a secular trade. This isn't a commodity blowoff top."

Geopolitical tensions, she argued, are not fading into the background. Recent flashpoints, including U.S. actions in Venezuela and Washington's push to assert control over Greenland, have only deepened investors' flight to gold.

"You're entering a world where ... there is a strong demand to secure critical metals, critical commodities in this decade," Shiels said.

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Jan. 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Akamai (NASDAQ: AKAM) today announced that Deutsche Telekom Security, an Akamai Partner Connect program member, is using Akamai’s Security Certified Service Provider initiative to deliver cybersecurity services to its customers across key industries, including finance, insurance, critical infrastructure, and the public sector.

Using Akamai’s Security Certified Service capabilities, Deutsche Telekom Security now delivers proactive Day-2 operations services, providing customers with continuous, end-to-end management across their entire API security lifecycle. These services include full operational and management capabilities such as hybrid deployments, quarterly business reviews, and API audits and compliance. They also comprise expert security incident management and proactive API security testing.

Further, Deutsche Telekom Security is extending its support to Akamai Guardicore Segmentation environments, offering specialized services such as segmentation administration, security incident management, and audit and compliance. All these services can run on a sovereign cloud.

“We’re seeing great results with Akamai’s enhanced Security Certified Service Provider programs,” said Christian Günther, Head of Sales Major Accounts, Deutsche Telekom Security. “As an early adopter, we’re providing our customers even better API security and software-defined segmentation support. This helps them stay secure and compliant with regulations, even in a dynamic cybersecurity landscape that’s becoming increasingly complex.”

The enhancements to Akamai’s Security Certified Service Provider programs are a response to the growing need for robust API security and microsegmentation solutions, especially in industries that are heavily targeted by cyberthreats. A 2025 Akamai State of the Internet (SOTI) report revealed that the number of recorded API attacks surged to 150 billion between January 2023 and December 2024. The attacks can lead to significant financial losses, data breaches, and reputational damage, stressing the importance of securing APIs and implementing microsegmentation strategies.

“We are pleased that Deutsche Telekom Security is already delivering on the benefits of our enhanced Security Certified Service Provider programs to expand their cybersecurity service offerings, particularly for organizations in sensitive sectors that require the highest levels of security and data sovereignty,” said Paul Joseph, Executive Vice President, Global Sales and Services at Akamai. “By doing so, Deutsche Telekom Security can provide more comprehensive security solutions to their customers, ultimately helping businesses stay secure and focused on their core business objectives.”

Deutsche Telekom Security stands out as an ideal partner for the financial industry seeking managed security services due to its extensive experience and deep understanding of sector-specific requirements. The company’s proven expertise in regulatory compliance, combined with its robust portfolio of advanced cybersecurity solutions — including proactive API security and software-defined segmentation — helps ensure that financial institutions can safeguard sensitive data and maintain uninterrupted operations. With a dedicated team of specialists and 24/7 monitoring, Deutsche Telekom Security helps financial organizations meet strict security standards while enabling them to focus on their core business objectives in an increasingly complex threat landscape.

Deutsche Telekom Security recently implemented Akamai’s software-defined segmentation solution for a major state bank in Germany. With the deployment, Deutsche Telekom Security made a significant contribution to securing the bank’s sensitive infrastructure and ensuring full compliance with regulatory requirements.

Read more about Akamai’s Security Certified Service Provider programs or Deutsche Telekom Security’s cybersecurity services.

To learn more about the evolving threat landscape, the critical role of microsegmentation and API security, and what it takes to stay ahead of cyberattacks in a world of nation-state actors and AI-driven threats, listen to the latest episode of the Akamai Partner Champions podcast. Host Nick Watkins speaks with Thomas Tschersich, CEO of Deutsche Telekom Security and CSO of Deutsche Telekom.

Deutsche Telekom Security: With Security to Success
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GameStop has reportedly transferred approximately 2,396 bitcoins to Coinbase Prime this January, raising market concerns about a potential sell-off. These transfers, totaling about 51% of the company’s original bitcoin holdings of 4,710 BTC, have not been officially confirmed as sales. This activity comes against a backdrop of significant market movements influenced by geopolitical and economic factors.

On Tuesday, Bitcoin prices saw a significant decline, dipping below $90,000. This drop extended losses from over the weekend, where the cryptocurrency lost around $5,700 in value. The movement began with a sharp decrease on Sunday, instigated by heavy selling in the derivatives markets. More than $500 million in long positions were liquidated within an hour, contributing to the broader market downturn.

The sell-off coincided with U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement of new tariffs on European countries, set to commence on February 1. These tariffs, starting at 10% and potentially rising to 25% by June 1, intend to pressure European nations but have escalated tensions. European leaders have warned this could lead to a “dangerous downward spiral” in transatlantic relations.

In parallel, traditional safe-haven assets like gold have reached new heights, indicating a shift in investor preferences. Gold’s price has surged to near $4,750, contrasting with the decline in Bitcoin, traditionally seen as a digital safe-haven.

In the midst of these developments, the U.S. Supreme Court is considering a case on the president’s authority to impose tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. This case could have substantial financial implications, potentially requiring the government to refund over $100 billion in previously collected tariffs.

While GameStop’s recent bitcoin movements attract speculation, Strategy (MSTR), the largest corporate holder of bitcoin, has continued to increase its holdings. Last week, Strategy acquired 22,305 BTC for roughly $2.13 billion, at an average price of $95,284 per bitcoin. As of January 19, Strategy’s bitcoin holdings amounted to 709,715 BTC, representing more than 3% of the cryptocurrency’s circulating supply.

Despite these developments, Strategy’s share price fell by approximately 7%, reflecting the sensitivity of bitcoin-exposed equities to fluctuations in bitcoin prices. Bitcoin’s market capitalization now stands at approximately $1.8 trillion, with 19.98 million BTC in circulation, out of a maximum supply of 21 million.

As the market navigates these challenges, uncertainty persists. The potential implications of the Supreme Court’s decision on tariffs and GameStop’s next moves with its bitcoin holdings remain under close watch by investors and analysts alike.

As the market continues to react to these developments, industry analysts are closely monitoring the actions of major corporate holders. GameStop’s transfer of a significant portion of its bitcoin holdings has led to speculation about its future strategy regarding digital assets. Meanwhile, companies like Strategy maintain a bullish outlook, as demonstrated by their recent acquisitions.

The recent volatility in bitcoin prices has underscored the cryptocurrency’s sensitivity to macroeconomic factors and corporate activities. On January 20, bitcoin was trading around $90,252, reflecting a 3% decrease over the past 24 hours. This volatility highlights the challenges investors face in predicting short-term price movements amid broader economic uncertainties.

In the broader market context, the interaction between digital assets and traditional financial markets continues to evolve. The recent surge in gold prices, reaching new highs, contrasts with the current trends in the cryptocurrency market. This divergence suggests varying investor sentiment towards risk and safe-haven assets, influenced by geopolitical tensions and economic policy shifts.

As these dynamics unfold, the focus remains on upcoming decisions by major institutions and potential policy changes. The outcome of the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling on tariff authority could have far-reaching impacts on market perceptions and investor strategies, particularly for those with significant exposure to bitcoin and other digital currencies.

The uncertainty surrounding the tariff imposition has prompted various market reactions. On January 19, European finance ministers met to discuss potential responses to the U.S. tariff threats, emphasizing the need for a coordinated strategy. The European Central Bank has yet to publicly comment on the potential economic impact, but analysts suggest that such tariffs could strain the economic recovery efforts within the region.

In addition to macroeconomic factors, corporate actions have also influenced market sentiment. On-chain analytics firm Glassnode reported that bitcoin outflows from major exchanges have increased, suggesting a shift in investor behavior. This trend, observed since the start of the year, indicates that some investors might be opting to hold cryptocurrencies in private wallets rather than on exchanges, possibly as a precaution against market volatility.

Despite the recent downturn, some industry experts remain optimistic about bitcoin’s long-term potential. Fidelity Digital Assets, a subsidiary of Fidelity Investments, reiterated its positive outlook for bitcoin as part of its 2026 market review, citing growing institutional interest. The firm highlighted that while short-term fluctuations are expected, the underlying fundamentals of bitcoin remain robust, supported by its limited supply and increasing adoption.

The ongoing developments, including the Supreme Court’s pending decision and GameStop’s bitcoin strategy, will likely continue to shape the market landscape. Investors and analysts are closely monitoring these factors, as they could significantly influence both the trajectory of bitcoin prices and broader market dynamics in the coming weeks.

As the situation evolves, analysts are closely watching the impact of President Trump’s tariff proposals on global trade dynamics. On January 19, the U.S. Trade Representative’s office released a statement emphasizing the administration’s commitment to addressing trade imbalances with the European Union. This move has been met with criticism from European officials, who argue that the tariffs could exacerbate existing economic tensions.

In the corporate realm, the recent actions by GameStop have drawn attention to the strategic decisions companies face regarding cryptocurrency holdings. According to data from blockchain analytics firm Chainalysis, the transfer of bitcoin to Coinbase Prime could signal a shift in how GameStop manages its digital assets. However, without an official statement from the company, the market remains speculative about the true intent behind the transfers.

Meanwhile, the volatility in bitcoin prices has prompted a reassessment of risk among institutional investors. On January 18, JPMorgan Chase issued a report highlighting the need for diversified portfolios in light of recent market fluctuations. The report pointed out that while bitcoin remains an attractive asset for some investors, its price swings necessitate careful consideration of overall portfolio exposure.

The ongoing developments in the bitcoin market underscore the complexity of navigating digital assets amid broader economic uncertainties. As of January 20, bitcoin’s position near the $90,000 mark is being closely monitored by traders and analysts alike. The interplay between corporate actions, geopolitical events, and market sentiment continues to drive discussions about the future trajectory of cryptocurrency investments.

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Smart Money Accumulates $3.2 Billion in Bitcoin: What Does It Mean for Price?Bitcoin fell below $88,000 this week as macro tensions drove renewed market volatility. Bitcoin whales and sharks add $3.2 billion in BTC over the past nice days. Large-holder accumulation diverges from retail exits amid heightened volatility.Bitcoin (BTC) whales and shark holders have continued to accumulate over the past nine days, even as smaller retail investors reduce their exposure, signaling what Santiment describes as “optimal conditions” for a potential breakout.

This divergence between large and small holders comes amid heightened volatility, with Bitcoin erasing nearly all its 2026 gains.

Smart Money Builds Bitcoin Positions as Retail Investors ExitAfter a challenging end to 2025, the new year began on a positive note for Bitcoin. The cryptocurrency gained more than 7% in the first five days of January, supported by renewed optimism across risk assets. However, the momentum was short-lived, as market turbulence soon returned.

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Despite a brief recovery last week, broader market conditions deteriorated again after US President Donald Trump announced tariffs targeting 8 nations in the European Union (EU), sparking renewed uncertainty. The news pressured risk assets and contributed to another downturn in the crypto market.

BeInCrypto Markets data showed that BTC has declined by 6.25% over the past week. Yesterday, it fell below the $88,000 level for the first time since the beginning of the year.

At the time of writing, the largest cryptocurrency was trading at $89,329, down 3.31% over the past 24 hours.

Bitcoin Price Performance. Source: BeInCrypto MarketsDespite the volatility, whales and sharks have continued to increase exposure. Data from Santiment shows that wallets holding between 10 and 10,000 BTC have acquired 36,322 coins, worth $3.2 billion at current market prices, over the past nine days. This marks a 0.27% increase in holdings for large investors.

This accumulation trend contrasts sharply with retail investor behavior. Small holders sold 132 coins over nine days, a 0.28% decline in their collective holdings.

Typically, this indicates that weaker hands leave during price dips, while more experienced investors buy the dip.

“Optimal conditions for a crypto breakout are when smart money accumulates, and retail dumps. Geopolitical issues aside, this pattern continues to great a long-term bullish divergence,” the post read.

Notably, despite smart money accumulation, the outlook for Bitcoin remains divided. Some market observers argue that Bitcoin is flashing bear market signals, increasing the risk of further downside. Others point to emerging indicators that support the case for a longer-term recovery.

For now, Bitcoin’s sensitivity to broader macroeconomic developments remains a key factor to watch. Whether the asset continues to trend lower in the near term or begins to regain strength will likely depend on how global risk sentiment evolves.

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Crypto prices today fell as selling pressure returned across global markets, pushing Bitcoin below the $90,000 level and dragging most major altcoins lower.

Summary

Bitcoin fell below $90,000 as selling pressure hit crypto markets Liquidations surged past $1 billion amid rising global tensions Short-term outlook remains volatile, with downside and rebound risks At press time, the total crypto market value had dropped 3.4% to $3.1 trillion. Bitcoin was trading at $89,384, down 3.2% over the past 24 hours. Losses were heavier among altcoins. Binance Coin fell 5.2% to $879, Monero slid 19% to $491, while Pump.fun declined 5.9% to $0.002436.

Market stress showed up quickly in sentiment and derivatives data. The Crypto Fear & Greed Index dropped eight points to 24, moving deeper into “extreme fear.” CoinGlass data showed 24-hour liquidations jumping 481% to $1.09 billion. Open interest across the crypto market slipped 1.73% to $133 billion.

Despite the sell-off, the average market relative strength index hovered near 40, suggesting weakness without deep capitulation.

Geopolitical tensions pressure risk assets The downturn appears tied to growing political and economic uncertainty following renewed friction between the U.S. and the EU. Over the weekend, President Donald Trump said the U.S. could impose new tariffs on several European countries, starting at 10% and increasing if talks break down.

The dispute is part of broader friction involving Denmark and Greenland, with EU officials warning that retaliatory measures worth up to $100 billion are being considered.

The prospect of escalating trade conflict has pushed investors away from riskier assets. Crypto followed equities lower as traders cut exposure and reduced leverage. The sell-off was made worse by fresh stress in global bond markets, particularly in Japan.

Japan’s government bond market saw sharp moves in recent days. Yields on 10-year bonds briefly climbed to their highest level since 1999 before easing slightly after officials tried to calm markets.

Weak demand at recent bond auctions raised concerns about higher borrowing costs and government finances, adding to the cautious mood. As yields climbed, leveraged trades across crypto were quickly forced out.

While crypto and stocks fell, money moved into safer assets. Spot gold surged past $4,800 per ounce, setting a new record after gaining about $500 since the start of the year.

Short-term outlook stays cautious In the near term, many analysts see further downside risk if tariff tensions continue or escalate. Bitcoin could revisit the $85,000–$88,000 area if selling pressure builds. Altcoins may fall faster, with another 5% to 10% downside possible during periods of thin liquidity.

That said, sharp rebounds remain possible. Any easing in trade tensions or calmer headlines could spark a quick bounce toward the $92,000–$94,000 zone, especially if larger buyers step in on dips.

Fundstrat chairman Tom Lee said both cryptocurrency and equity markets could come under further pressure early in the year, citing tariffs and political strain. He added that a rebound is likely later in 2026, with Bitcoin potentially reaching a new record once excess leverage is clearedand institutional participation deepens.

For now, crypto markets remain volatile as investors weigh near-term uncertainty against longer-term expectations.

On-chain data shows the Bitcoin Inter-exchange Flow Pulse (IFP) has shown early signs of a turnaround recently, suggesting tokens have started moving into derivatives platforms.

Bitcoin IFP Is Turning Around, But Not Yet Inside Bull Market Zone As pointed out by an analyst in a CryptoQuant Quicktake post, the Bitcoin IFP has seemingly hit a bottom recently. The “IFP” is an indicator that measures the amount of BTC that’s flowing between spot and derivatives exchanges. When the value of this metric is rising, it means the investors are making a higher amount of transactions from spot to derivatives platforms. Such a trend suggests speculative interest in the market is going up.

On the other hand, the indicator witnessing a decline implies traders may be pulling back on risk as they are sending a lower number of tokens to derivatives markets.

Now, here is a chart that shows the trend in the Bitcoin IFP, as well as its 90-day moving average (MA), over the past decade:

The value of the metric seems to have been following a decline for months | Source: CryptoQuant As displayed in the above graph, the Bitcoin IFP hit a high in the first quarter of 2025 and reversed course, suggesting speculative activity began to decline. Soon after the start of this downtrend, the metric slipped under its 90-day MA. CryptoQuant considers such a crossover to be a bearish one, labeling periods with the indicator below the 90-day MA to correspond to bear markets or corrections.

Interestingly, while the cryptocurrency went on to see rejuvenation of bullish momentum and set a new all-time high (ATH) later in 2025, the market environment leaned bearish from the perspective of the IFP, with the metric’s value holding a steady downward trajectory.

Recently, however, the early signs of a shift may have finally emerged, as the IFP has shown a turnaround. This increase in derivatives exchange flows has come for Bitcoin as its price has gone through a recovery surge. For now, though, the indicator is still floating at a notable distance under its 90-day MA.

In the past, a break beyond this line has usually led to bullish price action for the cryptocurrency, so such a crossover could potentially be a positive sign this time as well. Whether speculative activity related to the asset will rise enough to overcome this threshold only remains to be seen.

Speaking of speculation, the Bitcoin Open Interest, a measure of the amount of BTC positions open on all derivatives exchanges, has surged 3.2% alongside BTC’s pullback in the past day, as CryptoQuant community analyst Maartunn has highlighted in an X post.

The recent trend in the BTC Open Interest | Source: @JA_Maartun on X BTC Price Bitcoin has gone through a plunge over the last couple of days that has taken its price from $95,000 to $91,200.

The price of the coin seems to have opened the week with bearish action | Source: BTCUSDT on TradingView Featured image from Dall-E, chart from TradingView.com

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A recent report from CNBC reveals that Binance’s co-CEO, Richard Teng, is contemplating a return to the US market after exiting in 2023 as part of a regulatory agreement that also resulted in the departure of the exchange’s former CEO, Changpeng Zhao (CZ). 

Ripple CEO Predicts Positive Impact From Binance’s Return During an interview at the World Economic Forum in Davos on Tuesday, Teng emphasized that Binance is taking a “wait-and-see” stance regarding its reentry into the US, a market he considers “very important.”

In tandem with Teng’s comments, Brad Garlinghouse, Ripple’s CEO, shared his optimistic outlook for the world’s leading exchange comeback in a separate interview with CNBC. 

Garlinghouse remarked that the US market is significant and suggested that Binance had previously been a major player within it. “I think they’ll come back because they’re a capitalistic, innovative company that wants to solve larger market challenges and continue to grow,” he stated.

Not only that, but Garlinghouse also believes that Binance’s entry into the country’s cryptocurrency market could increase competition and ultimately attract more users. He noted: 

I think it will actually have the positive impact of bringing more people into the market, in part because it’ll reduce pricing. Today their pricing is lower on a global basis than what we see here in the U.S.

Teng, Garlinghouse Call For Support Of Key Crypto Bills The discussion of Binance’s future in the US comes amidst a turbulent regulatory environment for cryptocurrencies. The recent cancellation of the crucial markup for the crypto market structure bill, known as the CLARITY Act, reflects ongoing challenges. 

Teng, a former regulator himself, weighed in on the state of US crypto regulations, asserting that “any regulation will be better than no regulation.” He explained that having regulatory clarity allows companies to navigate the framework effectively. 

“Once you have clarity, you can then start working around those rules,” Teng added, acknowledging that initial regulations may not be perfect but can be refined over time.

This backdrop of regulatory uncertainty is further complicated by recent developments in the industry. The CEO of Coinbase, Brian Armstrong, stepped back from supporting the crypto market structure bill just 24 hours before its markup, leading to its eventual suspension. 

Garlinghouse, who continues to support the bill in its latest form, was surprised by Armstrong’s “vehemence” against the CLARITY Act. He noted that “the rest of the industry, including exchanges that compete with Coinbase, were still supporting it.”

Looking ahead, Garlinghouse is hopeful that industry leaders will find a way to overcome the current impasse. “If we want the industry to continue to grow, we need things like the Genius Act and the Clarity Act,” he affirmed.

BNB’s price drop on Tuesday displayed on its daily chart. Source: BNBUSDT on TradingView.com At the time of writing, Binance’s native token, Binance Coin (BNB), had dropped to $893.65, marking a 3.7% decline over the previous 24 hours. Ripple’s associated XRP token retraced towards $1.90, suffering even greater losses of 5.5% in the same time frame. 

Featured image from OpenArt, chart from TradingView.com 

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Dogecoin started a fresh decline below the $0.1280 zone against the US Dollar. DOGE is now consolidating losses and might face hurdles near $0.130.

DOGE price started a fresh decline below the $0.120 level. The price is trading below the $0.1280 level and the 100-hourly simple moving average. There is a key bearish trend line forming with resistance at $0.130 on the hourly chart of the DOGE/USD pair (data source from Kraken). The price could extend losses if it stays below $0.1300 and $0.1320. Dogecoin Price Dives Below Support Dogecoin price started a fresh decline after it closed below $0.1320, like Bitcoin and Ethereum. DOGE declined below the $0.1280 and $0.1220 support levels.

The price even traded below $0.1180. A low was formed near $0.1155, and the price is now showing bearish signs. There was a recovery wave above $0.120. The price climbed above the 23.6% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $0.1512 swing high to the $0.1155 low.

Dogecoin price is now trading below the $0.1280 level and the 100-hourly simple moving average. If there is a recovery wave, immediate resistance on the upside is near the $0.1280 level.

The first major resistance for the bulls could be near the $0.130 level and the trend line. The next major resistance is near the $0.1330 level or the 50% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $0.1512 swing high to the $0.1155 low.

Source: DOGEUSD on TradingView.com A close above the $0.1330 resistance might send the price toward the $0.1375 resistance. Any more gains might send the price toward the $0.140 level. The next major stop for the bulls might be $0.1420.

Another Decline In DOGE? If DOGE’s price fails to climb above the $0.1300 level, it could continue to move down. Initial support on the downside is near the $0.1215 level. The next major support is near the $0.120 level.

The main support sits at $0.1150. If there is a downside break below the $0.1150 support, the price could decline further. In the stated case, the price might slide toward the $0.1120 level or even $0.1050 in the near term.

Technical Indicators

Hourly MACD – The MACD for DOGE/USD is now losing momentum in the bearish zone.

Hourly RSI (Relative Strength Index) – The RSI for DOGE/USD is now below the 50 level.

Major Support Levels – $0.1215 and $0.1200.

Major Resistance Levels – $0.1300 and $0.1330.

Traders see $0.124 as a near-term line in the sand, with a failure there risking a slide toward the $0.123 to $0.122 area.

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Story HighlightsWLFI price today is at $  $ 0.16797816Price predictions for 2026 range from $0.30 to $0.80.Long term outlook suggests gradual growth potential to approach $5.00 by 2030.World Liberty Financial (WLFI) has spent the past several months transitioning from early price volatility into a clearly defined consolidation structure, with price action compressing near the $0.16 level. After initial distribution phases cooled, WLFI entered a period of balance where neither buyers nor sellers retained decisive control. 

As the structure tightened through late 2025, downside momentum faded while higher lows continued to form, signaling growing demand absorption. With price now approaching the apex of this compression, market focus shifts to whether 2026 can mark the beginning of a directional price discovery phase.

CryptocurrencyWorld Liberty FinancialTokenWLFIPrice$0.1680 3.40% Market Cap$ 4,491,718,328.8724h Volume$ 225,863,109.6447Circulating Supply26,739,894,700.00Total Supply100,000,000,000.00All-Time High$ 0.4600 on 01 September 2025All-Time Low$ 0.0915 on 10 October 2025World Liberty Financial Price Performance in 2025WLFI’s price action throughout 2025 can be characterized as a transition from expansion into consolidation. Early in the year, the token experienced elevated volatility, with wide price swings as liquidity was established. These impulsive moves gradually lost momentum as price failed to sustain higher highs.

By mid-2025, WLFI began printing lower highs, while downside moves were increasingly shallow. This shift marked the beginning of a structural change. Instead of trending lower, price started forming higher lows, signaling that sell pressure was being absorbed at progressively higher levels.

As the year progressed, these opposing forces shaped the symmetrical triangle now visible on the chart. Importantly, downside wicks were consistently rejected near the lower boundary, while upside attempts stalled beneath resistance. This behavior confirms balance rather than weakness.

By late 2025, WLFI had fully entered a compression phase, with narrowing candles, reduced volume, and diminished volatility. From a technical standpoint, 2025 ended not in trend continuation, but in structural preparation for expansion.

WLFI Price Prediction January 2026January 2026 is expected to be a resolution window for WLFI’s compression structure. As price approaches the apex of the triangle, continuation of tight range-bound trading becomes statistically less likely.

If WLFI maintains support above $0.15–$0.155, buyers may attempt to push price toward the upper boundary of the structure near $0.18–$0.20. A daily close above this region, especially with expanding volume, would confirm a bullish breakout and shift short-term structure to higher highs.

On the downside, a failure to hold support could trigger a brief liquidity sweep toward $0.14. However, unless accompanied by strong sell volume, such a move would likely remain corrective and within the broader consolidation range.

World Liberty Financial Price Prediction 2026The broader 2026 outlook for WLFI is driven almost entirely by how price resolves its long-standing compression. From a structural standpoint, prolonged volatility contraction increases the probability of measured directional expansion rather than erratic movement.

In a favorable market environment, a confirmed breakout above $0.20, followed by acceptance above prior resistance, would mark the beginning of a price discovery phase. In this scenario, WLFI could advance toward $0.50, which aligns with the first measured-move projection from the triangle base.

If momentum persists and higher lows continue to form, price could extend toward $0.70–$0.80, where profit-taking and consolidation would be expected. 

However, if market conditions remain mixed, WLFI may continue trading within a broad consolidation range. In this scenario, WLFI price could oscillate between current support of $0.15-$0.18 level and resistance level of $0.20, delaying meaningful upside until stronger catalysts emerge.

YearPotential Low ($)Potential Average ($)Potential High ($)WLFI Price Prediction 20260.300.500.80WLFI Crypto Price Prediction 2026 – 2030YearPotential Low ($)Potential Average ($Potential High ($)20260.300.500.8020270.551.001.4020280.801.502.2020291.202.003.0020301.803.005.00World Liberty Financial Price Prediction 2026The WLFI price range in 2026 is expected to be between $0.30 and $0.80.

WLFI Price Prediction 2027World Liberty Financial (WLFI) price range can be between $0.55 to $1.40 during the year 2027. 

WLFI Token Price Projection 2028In 2028, World Liberty Financial is forecasted to potentially reach a low price of $10.00, an average price of $0.80, and a high price of $2.20.

WLFI Price Analysis 2029Thereafter, the WLFI price for the year 2029 could range between $1.20  and $3.00.

World Liberty Financial Price Prediction 2030Finally, in 2030, the price of WLFI is predicted to maintain a steady and positive. It may trade between $1.80 and $5.00.

WLFI Price Prediction 2031, 2032, 2033, 2040, 2050Based on the historic market sentiments and trend analysis of the largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, here are the possible WLFI price targets for the longer time frames.

YearPotential Low ($)Potential Average ($)Potential High ($)20312.503.203.8020323.003.504.2020334.005.206.5020406.007.008.00205010.0014.0018.00WLFI Price Prediction: Market Analysis?Year202620272030Changelly$0.50$1.60$4.80DigitalCoinPrice$0.40$1.80$5.50WalletInvestor$0.80$2.00$7.00CoinPedia’s WLFI Price PredictionCoinpedia’s price outlook for WLFI in 2026 depends largely on whether the token can convert its base formation into sustained upward momentum. Entering the year, if market conditions remain bullish, WLFI may showcase bullish moves and may oscillate above $0.20-$0.40 within the first half of the year. Later, WLFI token may pick up more heat and extend the rally toward $0.40-$0.50

CoinPedia expects that WLFI Price to reach $0.80 by the year-end. 

On the downside, if WLFI price sees a downtrend in the upcoming months, which may collapse the coin’s price to $0.30.

YearPotential Low ($)Potential Average ($)Potential High ($)20260.300.500.80Never Miss a Beat in the Crypto World!Stay ahead with breaking news, expert analysis, and real-time updates on the latest trends in Bitcoin, altcoins, DeFi, NFTs, and more.

FAQsWhat is the WLFI price prediction for 2026?

WLFI price predictions for 2026 range between $0.30 and $0.80, depending on whether the token breaks out of its long consolidation with strong market support.

What is the World Liberty Financial price prediction for 2027?

In 2027, WLFI is projected to trade between $0.55 and $1.40 if market momentum strengthens and the token sustains higher highs.

What is WLFI price prediction for 2040?

By 2040, WLFI could trade between $6.00 and $8.00, assuming steady ecosystem growth, long-term demand, and sustained market relevance.

How high will World Liberty Financial go?

Long-term forecasts suggest WLFI could reach up to $5.00 by 2030 if adoption grows and broader crypto market conditions remain favorable.

TL;DR:

The Canton ecosystem has surpassed $6 trillion in total on-chain value, driven by repo markets. The network records over 700,000 daily transactions and has a base of 237,000 unique participants. Technical analysis shows a “cup and handle” formation pointing toward price targets near $0.20. The convergence between traditional finance and blockchain technology is reaching a turning point. In this context, some analysts suggest that a Canton Network price rally could be on the horizon, thanks to the massive growth in on-chain adoption of Real-World Assets (RWA) and a renewed technical strength that positions this infrastructure as a leader in regulated markets.

Canton Network stands out as a platform built specifically for institutions, allowing for real-time collateral mobility. By resolving critical inefficiencies that keep trillions of dollars idle, the network facilitates instant settlements, ensuring that capital previously locked overnight remains productive in intraday repo markets.

Record Metrics and Technical Breakout Signals Compelling figures support the ecosystem’s growth, reinforcing investor confidence. Currently, the network processes a daily repo volume exceeding $300 billion, backed by a robust infrastructure of over 600 validators that guarantee the operational resilience required for the large-scale deployment of tokenized funds.

From a market perspective, the daily price chart draws a “cup and handle” structure, indicating a mature accumulation phase. After successfully bouncing from the $0.11 support zone, the price is heading toward the pattern’s upper boundary, fueling discussions about a potential climb to significantly higher levels.

In summary, if the bullish momentum keeps the ascending channel intact, the market could witness a breakout toward the $0.20 area in the short term. However, the success of this move will depend on Canton continuing to transform real-world usage metrics into market value, consolidating itself as the definitive settlement layer for the future of digital finance.

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Posted: January 21, 2026

Bitcoin has consolidated above $80k for nearly 60 days, a trend that has triggered breakouts since 2023.

According to analyst James Van Straten, a similar 60-day consolidation window in Q1 2025, following President Donald Trump’s tariff policies, saw BTC climb higher afterward. 

Source: Digital Assets Research

Similar 60-day price ranges throughout this cycle led to the same upward trend. According to analysts at Digital Asset Research, who shared a similar outlook, the 60-day window would offer the needed springboard for BTC’s next jump. 

“We are currently at day 58. The conclusion is inescapable: the ‘coil’ is no longer just winding; it is snapping.”

This begs the question: Will the pattern repeat in 2026? 

Crypto sentiment insights says… Another data set that suggested a potential near-term bounce was the Crypto Fear and Greed Index (CFGI). According to CryptoQuant data, BTC has rallied in the past whenever CFGI’s 30-day average crossed above its 90-day average. 

Source: CryptoQuant

For the first time since May 2025, the bullish crossover has occurred in early 2026, suggesting another Bitcoin [BTC] price rally is likely if history repeats itself. 

In fact, Bitcoin trader Bob Loukas expected the asset to jump to $107k if the broader market conditions improved. 

However, unlike the 60-day price range in 2025, which ended when Trump reached a tariff deal with the affected countries, the 2026 tariffs slapped on some E.U. countries began at the end of the current consolidation window.

So, the macro backdrop may be slightly different, and the outcome may vary from the past unless a deal on Greenland is reached this week to validate the 60-day range-breakout projection.

BTC cools off, but… For its part, blockchain analytics firm Glassnode said that the recent correction from last week’s high of $98k to nearly $90k, had not turned the recent momentum to negative just yet. The firm added, 

“Momentum has cooled but remains above neutral, pointing to consolidation rather than trend deterioration.”

The analytics firm highlighted that on-chain signals, including capital flows and profit/loss conditions, have recovered but ‘still-moderate conviction.’

On the Liquidation Heatmap, considerable liquidity was located between $86.2k and $89.1k. These were leveraged longs that could easily be targets in the event of a liquidity grab if tariff fears heighten in the next few days.

On the upside, however, the immediate target would be $93.4k. 

Source: CoinGlass

Final Thoughts  Bitcoin’s price is close to completing its 60-day consolidation window, which triggered past rallies throughout this cycle.  But current tariff fears raise questions about whether another breakout will be feasible. 

As the Ethereum (ETH) price retests a crucial support zone, BitMine revealed it has added another $110 million worth of ETH to its treasury holdings over the past week, approaching an important milestone for the company’s investment strategy.

BitMine’s Ethereum Bet Continues On Tuesday, BitMine, a Bitcoin and Ethereum Network Company with a focus on accumulating crypto for long-term investment, announced its holdings had reached 4.2 million ETH tokens after acquiring 35,268 ETH, worth roughly $110 million, in the past week.

As a result, the company, which is the largest Ethereum Treasury company in the world and the second-largest global treasury, has crypto and cash holdings totaling $14.5 billion at current prices.

According to the announcement, the company now owns 4,203,036 ETH at $3,211, 193 Bitcoin (BTC), a $22 million stake in Eightco Holdings as part of its “Moonshots” initiative, and unencumbered cash worth $979 million.

After the latest purchase, BitMine now holds 3.48% of ETH’s total supply, and nears its goal to control 5% of the leading altcoin’s 120.7 million supply. Notably, it has achieved nearly 70% if “Alchemy of 5%” target in just six months.

BitMine’s chairman, Thomas “Tom” Lee, stated that “Ethereum’s price ratio to Bitcoin, or ETHBTC, has been steadily climbing since mid-October. In our view, this reflects investors recognizing tokenization and other use cases being developed by Wall Street are being built on Ethereum.”

As of January 19, 2026, BitMine’s total staked ETH stands at 1,838,003, worth $5.9 billion at $3,211 per ETH, an increase of 581,920 ETH in the past week.

ETH Price At Crucial Support Zone Despite BitMine’s constant bet on the cryptocurrency, Ethereum retraced nearly all its 2026 gains after falling below the $3,000 barrier. On Tuesday, ETH recorded a 6.8% decline in the daily timeframe, dropping from the $3,200 area to a three-week low of $2,980.

The King of altcoins has been trading between the $2,600-$3,350 area since the November pullbacks, reclaiming the upper zone of this range during the start of the year rally. Now, ETH is retesting an important multi-support area that could define the cryptocurrency’s short-term performance.

Analyst World of Charts affirmed that there are two “simple” possibilities for Ethereum. If the price loses the $3,000 area, which serves as the mid-zone of its local range and a key macro support and resistance level, then a retest of the $2,600 lows becomes likely.

On the contrary, if the altcoin holds this zone in the daily timeframe and momentum builds, it could retest the range’s upper boundary resistance again.

Amid the pullback, another pseudonym market observer also pointed out that ETH is currently retesting its 50-day Moving Average (MA), which was reclaimed at the start of the year and currently sits at the $3,089 level.

According to the post, if the 50-day MA holds, a move to the 200-day MA, located around the $3,650 area, could come next. “All eyes [are] on a close above the 50-day MA, which will point to a successful back test,” he added.

As of this writing, ETH is trading at $2,999, a 7% decline in the weekly timeframe.

ETH’s performance in the one-week chart. Source: ETHUSDT on TradingView Featured Image from Unsplash.com, Chart from TradingView.com

Chainlink has launched a new on-chain data product that gives decentralized applications continuous access to U.S. stock and exchange-traded fund prices beyond standard market hours. 

Summary

Chainlink now provides equity price data outside standard U.S. trading hours. The service covers major U.S. stocks and ETFs with full market context. Several derivatives and trading platforms have already integrated the feeds. The service, called 24/5 U.S. Equities Streams, delivers equity market data across regular, pre-market, after-hours, and overnight sessions.

The Jan. 20 launch expands Chainlink’s (LINK) Data Streams product and makes U.S. equities usable on-chain for five days a week, closing a long-standing gap between traditional market hours and always-on blockchain systems.

The service is live across more than 40 blockchains and covers all major U.S. stocks and exchange-traded funds.

Bridging market hours and on-chain trading Until now, most on-chain equity products relied on limited price updates tied to regular U.S. trading hours. Outside of those windows, pricing often became stale, raising risks for derivatives, lending protocols, and synthetic asset platforms.

Chainlink’s new streams address that issue by providing sub-second updates throughout extended sessions. In addition to mid-price data, the feeds include bid and ask prices, volumes, last trade prices, and indicators that show whether the market is in a regular, pre-market, post-market, or overnight state.

Each update is cryptographically signed, allowing protocols to verify data integrity before using it.

This broader data set allows on-chain platforms to manage liquidations, funding rates, and margin requirements with more precision during off-hours, when price moves can still occur even though traditional exchanges are closed.

Early adoption across equity-based DeFi markets Several trading platforms have already integrated the 24/5 equity streams to support continuous stock-based products. Lighter, currently the second-largest perpetual futures DEX by volume, is using the data to extend equity perps beyond standard trading sessions.

BitMEX has also adopted the streams to support its equity derivatives with real-time risk controls during extended hours. Other platforms using the service include ApeX, HelloTrade, Decibel, Monaco, Opinion Labs, and Orderly Network.

These integrations support use cases such as equity perpetuals, prediction markets, synthetic stocks, and lending products tied to U.S. equities.

The launch builds on Chainlink’s earlier rollout of real-time equity data in August 2025 and reflects growing demand for stock exposure inside decentralized markets.

With U.S. equities representing an asset class worth about $80 trillion, continuous and verifiable pricing has been a key missing piece for on-chain adoption.

Chainlink said the new data streams are available immediately, with documentation and integration tools provided for developers looking to add U.S. equity markets to their protocols.