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TLDR: Paul Atkins becomes the first sitting SEC Chair to address Bitcoin 2026 in a historic move.  Project Crypto expands into a joint SEC–CFTC initiative for unified digital asset oversight.  Senate advances legislation giving the CFTC spot market authority over digital commodities.  Atkins emphasizes self-custody and clear rules to guide Bitcoin and crypto markets forward. SEC Chair Paul Atkins makes history as the first sitting head to speak at Bitcoin 2026, offering rare insight into U.S. digital asset regulation. His address signals growing federal engagement and evolving oversight for Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies.

SEC Chair Paul Atkins Steps Into Bitcoin Spotlight Paul Atkins will address Bitcoin 2026 in Las Vegas from April 27–29. He is the first sitting SEC Chair to speak at the flagship Bitcoin conference.

The event will host tens of thousands of participants and hundreds of speakers. Atkins’s invitation reflects growing federal interest in digital assets and market clarity.

Since his 2025 appointment, he has promoted clear regulations over enforcement-heavy approaches. He has stated that most crypto tokens do not qualify as securities under current law.

Project Crypto, under Atkins, seeks to modernize securities regulations for blockchain-native assets. The initiative includes token classifications, tailored issuance rules, and custody guidelines.

Atkins has emphasized self-custody as a core principle, calling it a “foundational American value.” His participation bridges regulators and the Bitcoin community in a rare public setting.

Attendees will gain direct insight into how U.S. authorities view digital asset markets. The conference will provide context for ongoing legislative and interagency initiatives.

Coordinated Crypto Oversight and Legislative Progress Atkins and CFTC Chair Michael Selig recently announced Project Crypto’s joint expansion. The collaboration aims to harmonize SEC and CFTC oversight for digital asset markets.

Both Chairs stressed that unified supervision reduces confusion and compliance burdens. Congress is advancing bipartisan legislation defining digital asset jurisdiction.

The Senate Agriculture Committee approved giving the CFTC exclusive authority over spot markets. Securities-related digital assets remain under SEC oversight, according to the proposed framework.

Project Crypto is positioned as a near-term measure while lawmakers finalize legislation.
Atkins and Selig confirmed that both agencies will actively use existing statutory powers.

This coordinated approach aims to provide market participants with clearer operational guidance. The Bitcoin 2026 Conference also includes Strategy Chairman Michael Saylor as a speaker.

His presence adds market perspective alongside regulatory guidance from Atkins. Together, they represent a convergence of policy, adoption, and institutional engagement.

Atkins’s speech symbolizes a shift toward clearer rules and collaborative federal oversight.
It demonstrates how regulators are integrating Bitcoin and digital assets into U.S. markets.

Participants can expect discussions on adoption, custody, classification, and market modernization.

TLDR: Six wallets control 88–96% of ASTER supply, enabling coordinated whale dumps.  ASTER fell from $2.42 to $0.54 as large holders sold aggressively.  Post-dump consolidation shows weak bounces, indicating continued bearish dominance.  Price must reclaim $0.56–$0.58 to prevent further decline toward $0.472–$0.451. The ASTER price crash has shaken the crypto market, dropping from $2.42 to $0.54. Six wallets control nearly 90% of the supply, executing coordinated whale dumps. 

Sharp breakdowns triggered stop-losses, while post-dump consolidation shows weak recovery. Technical indicators, including RSI and MACD, confirm continued bearish dominance. 

Price must reclaim $0.56–$0.58 for any potential bullish trend shift.

Market Manipulation and Supply Concentration ASTER declined almost 78% from $2.42 to $0.54 within four months. Six wallets now control 88–96% of the total supply.

Tweets from @StarPlatinum_ show that these wallets executed coordinated dumps across Binance, Bybit, and Gate. The market reacted sharply.

On October 18, 17.85 million ASTER ($22.88M) were sold, followed by 7.5 million ASTER (~$12M) dumped on October 9. Additional large withdrawals included 4.66 million ASTER and 5.01 million ASTER from Binance. 

The token $ASTER collapsed 🚨

From $2.42 on Sep 24 to $0.54 on Jan 31 (~78% down)

And all the signs point to manipulation:

Timeline of the crash:

– Sep 25–29 – $1.62 → $1.86 (+15%) after launch hype, $20B daily volume

– Sep 30–Oct 5 – $1.86 → $2.41 (ATH) → $1.73 as whales… pic.twitter.com/nI8teogSbC

— StarPlatinum (@StarPlatinum_) January 31, 2026

One wallet moved $114.5 million from Gate. Intraday ASTERUSDT charts show lower highs and lower lows, indicating a clear intraday downtrend. 

Sharp breaks below $0.57 triggered stop-losses. Weak bounces stalled around $0.537, now acting as minor resistance. 

This suggests early positioning rather than retail panic. Volume Delta (Hyblock) analysis confirms selling pressure with -11.7 million ASTER. 

Large traders slightly reduced sell aggression, signaling absorption. The 100k–1M filter indicates big players dumped aggressively during breakdowns. 

Post-dump, pressure flattened, showing that the heaviest selling already occurred. Overall, price action reflects controlled markdowns, not random dips. Retail traders were impacted, while smart money dictated the market direction.

Technical Structure and Bearish Trend ASTER’s 4-hour chart confirms a broader bearish trend. Price remains below the 200 EMA, facing repeated resistance at $0.67–$0.70.

The Bears Supply Zone absorbed liquidity, triggering aggressive sell-offs. Attempts to rally failed above mid-range moving averages, producing lower highs.

$ASTER touched the last support had at 0.5528, with a dip at 0.5075, we can see mid and big size whales that made some purchase pushing the price higher, probably covering their shorts. Now it's near our target area of 0.472-0.4510, just a 10% far. pic.twitter.com/jVnOBCsGpe

— Enri.hl (@0xWhale) January 31, 2026

The Bulls Demand Zone at $0.56–$0.58 offered brief support but quickly collapsed. Buyers remain weak, showing limited influence in the market.

RSI is near 24, oversold but consistent with strong downtrends. MACD shows a bearish crossover with an expanding red histogram.

Sell volume rose sharply during breakdowns, confirming genuine downward momentum. Relief bounces remain weak, showing post-dump consolidation.

Price must reclaim $0.56–$0.58 to shift the trend. Otherwise, further declines toward $0.472–$0.451 are likely. Consolidation indicates early absorption by smart money.

Post-dump structure suggests bears remain dominant. Any relief rallies should be approached cautiously, as structural weakness persists across multiple timeframes.

Bitcoin drops to $78,000 as MicroStrategy-fueled rally runs out of buyers, traders sayBitcoin sank to its lowest levels since April as profit-taking by early holders collided with thinning liquidity and a sharp drop-off in fresh capital. Feb 1, 2026, 6:38 a.m.

Bitcoin slid sharply on Saturday, dropping below $80,000 for the first time since April 2025 as persistent selling pressure and a lack of new capital weighed on crypto markets.

The world’s largest cryptocurrency fell as much as 10% to $75,709.88 during New York afternoon trading hours on Saturday, extending a drawdown that has now wiped more than 30% off its peak value. Ether declined as much as 17%, while Solana briefly plunged over 17%, showing broad weakness across major tokens.

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The selloff erased roughly $111 billion from the total crypto market capitalization in the past 24 hours, according to CoinGecko data. About $1.6 billion in leveraged long and short positions were liquidated over the same period, largely concentrated in bitcoin and ether, per data from market tracker Coinglass.

The latest leg down comes amid thinning liquidity and muted buying interest — a combination analysts say reflects a market struggling to attract fresh capital. Ki Young Ju, CEO of on-chain analytics firm CryptoQuant, said bitcoin’s realized capitalization has largely flatlined, indicating that new money has stopped flowing into the asset.

“When market cap falls without realized cap growing, that’s not a bull market,” Ju said in a post on X.

According to Ju, early bitcoin holders have been sitting on substantial unrealized gains following months of aggressive buying by spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds and Michael Saylor’s MicroStrategy.

While those inflows helped anchor prices near $100,000 for much of last year, profit-taking by long-term holders has continued since early 2024 — and is now colliding with a sharp slowdown in demand.

Bitcoin is dropping as selling pressure persists, with no fresh capital coming in.

Realized Cap has flatlined, meaning no fresh capital. When market cap falls in that environment, it's not a bull market.

Early holders are sitting on big unrealized gains thanks to ETFs and MSTR… https://t.co/OnnzQMy6Ra pic.twitter.com/J0yTtCTQjr

— Ki Young Ju (@ki_young_ju) February 1, 2026 MicroStrategy had been a major driver of the rally, Ju said, adding that a deep, cycle-style crash of 70% is unlikely unless the firm begins selling its bitcoin holdings. Still, selling pressure remains elevated, leaving the market without a clear near-term bottom.

Saturday's drop below $76,037 per coin put Strategy's bitcoin position slightly underwater, but has not created any immediate financial stress for the firm, as CoinDesk reported.

The retreat echoes price levels seen in the aftermath of the so-called “Liberation Day” fallout and adds to weeks of macro frustration for bitcoin. The asset has failed to rally despite developments that previously would have supported prices, including a weaker U.S. dollar through much of January and gold’s surge to record highs.

Bitcoin also saw little response as gold and silver reversed sharply on Friday, dampening expectations that crypto might benefit as a spillover hedge. At the same time, delays around new U.S. market-structure rules for the crypto sector have further eroded investor confidence.

Ju expects the current downturn to resolve not through a swift rebound, but via a prolonged period of sideways trading.

“This bear market is more likely to form a wide-ranging consolidation,” he said.

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On the 31st of January, Monero [XMR] prices advanced to $500.87, up 8.72% from the day’s trading open.

This move was cut short when Bitcoin [BTC] faced another wave of selling, sending it below the $80k psychological level.

At the time of writing, XMR was nearly back at the $450 support level.

An AMBCrypto report earlier this month had noted that the rally to new all-time highs and a swift retracement looked like a blow-off top, especially with Bitcoin also facing sell pressure.

In particular, the $500-$510 and $560-$580 liquidity pockets were highlighted as places where a bearish reversal could ensue. The $500 pocket has indeed rejected the Monero bulls’ attempt at recovery.

Where to next for Monero? The market sentiment was deeply fearful, with a Fear and Greed reading of just 18. Bitcoin was approaching its weekly swing low at $74k, a critical support level.

If breached, it would be almost certain that a bear market is upon us.

Source: XMR/USD on TradingView

The MFI showed bearish momentum and capital flow for Monero. The relatively high trading volume during the price drop from the ATHs saw the A/D indicator fall to new lows, underlining severe selling pressure.

XMR still has a bullish swing structure on the daily chart. It continued to defend the 61.8% retracement level despite the market-wide volatility, which was a positive sign.

This is why short-selling the privacy token now is quite risky.

Balancing the two forces Monero was in an odd position for swing traders. It does not present an obvious buy or sell signal. Investors can wait for a price drop to $415 and $352 before assessing whether they should buy.

If Bitcoin falls below $74k, buying Monero would become much more risky. At the same time, the bulls’ defense of the 61.8% retracement level showed resilience.

Traders’ call to action – Wait The 1-month liquidation heatmap illustrated why the price action was not in a favorable place for either bulls or bears. The nearby liquidity clusters were at $400-$415 and at $500.

Traders can wait for a sweep of either of these zones before entering a trade, expecting a rapid move toward the opposing magnetic zone.

If BTC loses $74k, be extra wary of going long on any altcoin.

Final Thoughts The Monero price action’s swing structure on the 1-day timeframe remained bullish despite the volatility it experienced in January. The liquidation heatmap highlighted the two key zones nearby where an XMR short-term reversal could occur. Disclaimer: The information presented does not constitute financial, investment, trading, or other types of advice and is solely the writer’s opinion.

Akashnath S is a Senior Journalist and Technical Analysis expert at AMBCrypto. He specializes in dissecting price action, identifying key market trends through advanced chart patterns, and forecasting both short-term and long-term asset trajectories. His distinct analytical method is grounded in his academic training as a Chemical Engineer. This background provides him with a systematic, process-oriented approach to market data, enabling him to analyze the complex dynamics of financial markets with precision and objectivity. Having actively covered the cryptocurrency space since the landmark 2017 market cycle, Akashnath possesses years of experience navigating both bull and bear markets. This seasoned perspective is critical to his insightful reporting on market volatility and evolution. As an active market participant, Akashnath enhances his analysis with crucial, hands-on experience. This practical application of his technical skills ensures his insights are not merely theoretical, but are also relevant and actionable for an audience looking to understand and navigate trading opportunities. He is dedicated to educating readers on the nuances of technical analysis, empowering them with the knowledge to make more informed financial decisions.

Reports linking money tied to Abu Dhabi’s ruling circle to a Trump family-associated crypto venture have drawn fresh scrutiny from U.S. lawmakers and financial regulators, adding a geopolitical layer to the growing intersection of politics and digital assets.

The project at the center of the reporting is World Liberty Financial, a crypto initiative associated with former U.S. President Donald Trump and his family. While the company has promoted itself as a private-sector crypto venture, recent disclosures suggest a significant portion of its backing may trace to the United Arab Emirates.

According to multiple media reports,the investments do not represent an official position of the UAE government. Instead, they involve private entities and networks linked to influential figures within Abu Dhabi’s ruling elite. Still, the scale of the funding has intensified debate in Washington over transparency and foreign participation in politically connected crypto projects.

Abu Dhabi Links Emerge Through Private VehiclesThe Wall Street Journal reported that a vehicle connected to Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan, a senior Abu Dhabi royal, secretly acquired a large stake in World Liberty Financial. The report said the investment amounted to roughly $500 million and gave the affiliated entity close to half of the project’s equity.

Separately, Reuters earlier reported that the Aqua 1 Foundation, based in the UAE, purchased $100 million worth of World Liberty’s governance tokens, known as WLFI. At the time, the tokens were described as non-tradable and designed to provide voting rights rather than immediate financial returns.

Together, the reports fueled headlines describing “UAE royal family” involvement. However, coverage has emphasized that the investments appear tied to individual royals or private foundations, not sovereign wealth funds acting in an official capacity.

Political Scrutiny and Crypto ImplicationsThe disclosures have prompted concern among U.S. lawmakers, particularly Democrats on the House Financial Services Committee, who warned that politically linked crypto ventures could become channels for foreign influence. In a July 2025 memo, committee staff cited World Liberty Financial as an example of how opaque token structures could complicate oversight.

World Liberty Financial has not publicly detailed the full list of its investors. However, the project has said it complies with U.S. laws and rejects claims that foreign participation creates political leverage.

The episode underscores a broader shift in crypto markets, where digital assets increasingly intersect with global power, private capital, and politics. As stablecoins and governance tokens attract large international investors, regulators face mounting pressure to clarify disclosure standards, especially when political figures sit close to the center of the transaction.

A massive ETH liquidation on Hyperliquid led a leverage-driven wipeout that pushed total crypto liquidations past $2.5 billion in 24 hours. Feb 1, 2026, 7:06 a.m.

One trader lost more than $220 million on an ether position as a fresh wave of forced liquidations swept through crypto markets, pushing total losses over the past 24 hours to nearly $2.6 billion.

The largest single liquidation occurred on decentralized derivatives exchange Hyperliquid, where an ETH-USD position worth $222.65 million was wiped out, according to CoinGlass data.

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The event came as ether slid as much as 17% in the past 24 hours, sharply alongside bitcoin and other major tokens during a period of thin liquidity.

In total, 434,945 traders were liquidated over the past day, with long positions accounting for the vast majority of losses. Roughly $2.42 billion of the $2.58 billion total came from bullish bets, while shorts made up just $163 million.

Hyperliquid saw the heaviest damage, recording $1.09 billion in liquidations — nearly all of it from long positions — accounting for more than 40% of total losses across exchanges. Bybit followed with $574.8 million in liquidations, while Binance recorded about $258 million.

Ether bore the brunt of the sell-off, with more than $1.15 billion in ETH positions liquidated in the past 24 hours. Bitcoin followed with roughly $788 million, while Solana saw close to $200 million wiped out, according to liquidation heatmap data.

(Coinglass)

Liquidations occur when leveraged positions are forcibly closed due to a price move beyond a trader’s margin threshold. This typically results in major losses and can trigger cascade effects during volatile moves.

Traders use liquidation data to gauge market sentiment and positioning. Large long liquidations often signal panic bottoms, while short liquidations may precede a squeeze.

Spikes in liquidations also help identify overcrowded trades and potential reversals. When paired with open interest and funding rate data, liquidation metrics can offer strategic entry or exit points, especially in overleveraged markets prone to sudden flushes or rallies.

Liquidation-driven moves have become more common during periods of low liquidity, where relatively small price declines can cascade through derivatives markets.

Bitcoin dropped into the high $70,000s after a sharp selloff triggered heavy long liquidations on Binance. Even so, the weekly chart still keeps price inside a rising channel, with key support now under pressure.

Bitcoin Pullback Fits Long-Term Channel as Weekly Chart Tests Key SupportBitcoin's move back into the high-$70,000 range aligns with a broader technical correction visible on the weekly chart, rather than a breakdown of its long-term uptrend.

The chart shows Bitcoin pulling back inside a rising price channel that has guided the market for several years. After peaking near the upper boundary of that channel, price rolled over and retraced toward the mid-range support area. This behavior mirrors earlier corrective phases marked on the chart, where sharp advances gave way to controlled pullbacks without breaking the dominant structure.

Bitcoin / U.S. Dollar 1W Chart. Source: christophercolumbus via X

The current decline also overlaps with a Fibonacci retracement cluster. Price has moved into the zone between the 0.236 and 0.382 retracement levels of the latest advance, an area that previously acted as resistance before flipping into support. On the chart, this region sits near the lower half of the channel and aligns with the zone labeled “technical correction,” reinforcing its importance.

Earlier cycles on the same chart show a similar pattern. During parabolic phases, Bitcoin corrected deeply but remained above the channel base, labeled as “parabolic correction.” In contrast, the present move appears more measured, staying well above the lower boundary and closer to the channel’s midpoint. That distinction suggests the market is digesting gains rather than unwinding the broader trend.

If price stabilizes within this band, the structure supports a continuation scenario where Bitcoin resumes higher highs after consolidation. However, a sustained weekly close below the channel midpoint would shift focus toward the lower channel support, increasing the risk of a deeper retracement toward the 0.5 or 0.618 Fibonacci levels.

For now, the weekly chart frames the decline as a technical reset inside a long-term growth channel. The next few weekly closes should clarify whether this zone holds as support or gives way to a more extended corrective phase.

Bitcoin Drop Flushes Leverage as Liquidation Heatmap Shows Heavy Long WipeoutBitcoin’s sharp move lower over the past 24 hours coincided with a broad liquidation event on Binance, as leveraged long positions were forced out across multiple price levels.

The liquidation heatmap shows dense clusters of liquidations forming above price during the early phase of the move, particularly between the $82,000 and $84,000 zones. As Bitcoin failed to reclaim those levels, selling pressure intensified and triggered cascading liquidations, accelerating the downside move. The concentration of bright bands in that range suggests a large buildup of long leverage that became vulnerable once price broke lower.

Binance BTC/USDT Liquidation Heatmap (24 Hour). Source: CoinGlass

As Bitcoin slid through the $80,000 handle, liquidation activity shifted downward. The chart highlights another notable pocket of forced closures near the $78,000 to $79,000 area, where price briefly paused before continuing lower. This behavior reflects a typical deleveraging pattern, where initial liquidations weaken market structure and expose deeper levels to further stress.

Following the flush, liquidation intensity dropped sharply. Below roughly $77,000, the heatmap shows thinner bands, indicating that a significant portion of excess leverage had already been cleared. Price action also stabilized, with Bitcoin entering a narrower range and showing slower, more controlled movement compared with the earlier selloff.

The remaining liquidity now appears more balanced, with fewer concentrated liquidation levels directly overhead. That shift suggests the market has reduced immediate downside pressure from forced selling. However, overhead zones near prior liquidation clusters may still act as resistance if price attempts to rebound, as traders who were liquidated often re-enter cautiously or sell into strength.

Overall, the heatmap frames the move as a leverage-driven reset rather than a disorderly breakdown. The scale and distribution of liquidations point to a market that absorbed a sharp shock, cleared crowded positioning, and transitioned into a lower-volatility phase.

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Joshua B Cohen sold 138,167 shares for a total transaction value of ~$1.9 million on Jan. 15 and Jan. 16, 2026, at a weighted average price of $13.59 per share. This sale represented 3.93% of Cohen's direct holdings at the time, reducing his direct position from 3,517,632 to 3,379,465 shares.

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The chief medical officer at one of the top pharmaceutical companies sold nearly 10,000 shares in late January 2026, but the reason was for something very simple.

Arturo Molina, Chief Medical Officer of Protagonist Therapeutics (PTGX +2.60%), directly sold 9,514 shares in an open-market transaction on Jan. 20, 2026, for an approximate value of $784,700, according to a SEC Form 4 filing.

Transaction summaryMetricValueShares sold (direct)9,514Transaction value$784,715Post-transaction shares (direct)97,266Post-transaction value (direct ownership)$8.11 millionTransaction value based on SEC Form 4 reported price ($82.48); post-transaction value based on Jan. 20, 2026 market close ($82.48).

Key questionsHow does the size of this sale compare to Dr. Molina’s historical open-market transactions?
This 9,514-share sale is the largest direct open-market sale by Dr. Molina to date, exceeding his previous sell-only transaction maximum of 2,712 shares.Were any derivative instruments, options, or indirect entities involved in this transaction?
No, the filing shows only direct common stock was sold, with no participation by trusts or other indirect entities, and no derivative or option activity was reported.Company overviewMetricValueMarket capitalization$5.11 billionRevenue (TTM)$209.22 millionNet income (TTM)$45.91 million*1-year price change120.48%* 1-year price change calculated using Jan. 31, 2026 as the reference date.

Company snapshotProtagonist Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company that uses proprietary peptide technology to address unmet medical needs in hematology and immunology. It focuses on patients with rare blood disorders and inflammatory diseases, partnering with healthcare providers and biopharmaceutical partners.

What this transaction means for investorsWith Molina’s sale simply for tax withholding purposes, the transaction isn’t something that should influence an investing decision with the stock. However, what may be influential is that the majority of Wall Street analysts rate Protagonist Therapeutics’ stock a “strong buy,” and it has a high price-to-earnings ratio (P/E) of 113.68, which can be an indication of high growth expectations.

At the 44th annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference in early January 2026, Protagonist highlighted its significant projected growth within the next 12-24 months. The company mentioned the expansion of its clinical trial pipelines and two key pharmaceutical products reaching the advanced stages of clinical development, with backing from large firms such as Johnson & Johnson.

Protagonist’s stock soared approximately 123% in 2025, and with the strong support of Wall St. and institutional investors, it looks like an ideal option for those who want portfolio exposure to the medical field.

Adé Hennis has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool recommends Protagonist Therapeutics. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.

The Chief Scientific Officer of this biopharmaceutical company sold 20,000 shares in mid-January 2026, amid the company's stock rising 71% throughout the month.

Chief Scientific Officer Joseph P. Lyssikatos disposed of 20,000 shares of Enliven Therapeutics (ELVN +3.04%) in multiple open-market transactions on Jan. 20, 2026, for a total consideration of approximately $535,100, as detailed in a SEC Form 4 filing.

Transaction summaryMetricValueShares sold (indirect)20,000Transaction value$535,100Post-transaction shares (indirect)745,188Transaction value based on SEC Form 4 weighted average purchase price ($26.75).

Key questionsHow does the size of this disposition compare to Mr. Lyssikatos's historical sale activity?
This transaction of 20,000 shares is above the overall historical median of 11,114 shares. Does this filing contain any notable footnotes or plan-based disclosures?
Yes—all shares were held by The Lyssikatos Revocable Trust 12/15/2011, for which Mr. Lyssikatos serves as trustee. And the shares sold were part of a 10b5-1 trading plan, so the sales were pre-arranged.  Company overviewMetricValueMarket capitalization$1.57 billionEmployees65Net income (TTM)-$97.21 million*1-year price change26.75%* 1-year price change calculated as of Jan. 20, 2026.

Company snapshot Enliven Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company specializing in the discovery and development of targeted therapies for cancer. The company leverages expertise in small molecule drug design to address critical unmet needs in oncology.

What this transaction means for investorsEnliven’s stock had been producing little return over the last few years, but in early January, it announced positive initial data from its early trials of ELVN-001, a leukemia treatment for adults that has been one of the company’s biggest pharmaceutical projects in recent years. ELVN shares closed out January with an approximate 71% increase, the largest since September 2022.

Enliven hopes to advance to phase three of clinical trials for ELVN-001, preparing to work with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to move the trials forward. It’s been slightly over five years since the company went public, still in its early stages. So it’s not uncommon for companies this young in the market to operate at a net loss, and that may not be a concern at the moment, especially when considering that most Wall Street analysts currently rate the stock as a “strong buy.”

The stock’s performance seems to correlate with the advancement of the leukemia treatment project, so investors may want to monitor that situation and see if Enliven can get approval from the FDA to decide whether to invest in the stock.

Adé Hennis has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.

Tether made $10 billion last year. The stablecoin giant’s massive profit comes as the company now holds $141 billion in U.S. government debt, making it one of America’s biggest private creditors alongside major banks and foreign governments.

The profit numbers match Tether’s wild expansion in 2025, when USDT issuance jumped by $50 billion throughout the year. USDT supply now sits above $186 billion, which is pretty much the biggest growth spurt in Tether’s history. Paolo Ardoino, Tether’s CEO, said demand for stablecoins keeps rising as global markets ditch traditional banking. He called USDT “the most widely adopted monetary network in history” during a company briefing last month.

Not from AI ventures though.

Tether’s $20 billion portfolio in AI and biotech didn’t drive earnings this year. Instead, profits came from favorable interest rates on those massive Treasury holdings. The company grew total reserves to a record $193 billion, mostly because of its U.S. debt exposure. But critics worry about systemic risks since Tether still doesn’t have an audit from a big-name accounting firm.

Market watchers question how liquid Tether’s gold and Bitcoin reserves really are if crypto crashes hard. The company says it’s got over $6.3 billion in excess reserves to handle shocks, but some analysts aren’t buying it. “There’s still too much we don’t know about their operations,” said one crypto researcher who asked not to be named.

And regulatory heat keeps building.

In Europe, Tether runs USDT without a proper license under the Markets in Crypto-Assets rules. The company basically operates in a gray zone there. In the U.S., the GENIUS Act complicated things even more, making USDT unfit for domestic use according to federal requirements.

So Tether launched USAT on January 30, 2026 – an onshore asset designed to satisfy U.S. regulators. The dual approach shows how Tether’s trying to keep its 60.5% market share while dodging regulatory bullets. Approval for the new token remains pending though. Sources close to the matter say Washington officials are taking their time reviewing USAT’s compliance framework.

Ardoino stressed the company’s commitment to staying on top during that January briefing. He said adapting to regulatory changes is “vital for sustained growth” as governments worldwide tighten crypto rules. The strategic split between USDT for international markets and USAT for domestic use aims to protect operations from legal challenges.

That $141 billion Treasury position draws serious attention from both investors and regulators. Tether’s role as a major U.S. creditor puts the company right at the intersection of crypto innovation and traditional finance. Some analysts think this unique position might influence future stablecoin regulations from Washington.

The numbers keep growing despite the scrutiny. Tether’s reserves hit $193 billion as interest rates stayed favorable for Treasury investments. The company didn’t specify how much of its profits came directly from government bond yields versus other revenue streams. Market data suggests most of the $10 billion profit came from Treasury holdings rather than trading fees or other services.

USDT dominance across global markets remains strong, especially in regions where banking infrastructure can’t handle cross-border payments efficiently. Traders in Latin America, Africa, and parts of Asia rely heavily on USDT for international transactions. The stablecoin processes billions in daily volume across major exchanges.

Tether’s spokesperson declined to comment on long-term strategy for Treasury holdings or potential regulatory shifts ahead. The company hasn’t said whether it plans major changes to reserve management as interest rate environments shift. Analysts expect more details when Tether releases its next quarterly transparency report.

For now, the company sits in an unusual spot – holding more U.S. debt than many small countries while operating a crypto token that Washington regulators eye with suspicion. The $141 billion exposure represents roughly 15% of Tether’s total assets under management. Whether this concentration creates systemic risks remains unclear as the crypto market matures.

Tether’s Treasury holdings now rival those of major financial institutions and sovereign wealth funds. JPMorgan Chase holds approximately $150 billion in U.S. government securities, while Tether’s $141 billion position places it ahead of many regional banks and insurance companies. The Federal Reserve’s latest data shows foreign governments collectively hold around $7.6 trillion in Treasury debt, with China and Japan leading at over $1 trillion each.

Banking regulators have started paying closer attention to non-traditional Treasury holders like Tether. Federal Reserve officials mentioned stablecoin issuers specifically during recent Congressional hearings about systemic risk in financial markets. The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency has also begun studying how crypto companies’ massive government debt positions might affect broader market stability during economic stress.

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Tether just crushed expectations. The stablecoin giant racked up over $10 billion in net profit during 2025, marking what’s probably the company’s biggest financial win ever.

By December’s end, Tether’s excess reserves hit $6.3 billion – a number that caught most market watchers off guard. The company pumped out more than $50 billion in fresh USDT tokens throughout the year, making it the second-largest issuance spree in Tether’s history. But here’s the thing – nobody’s really sure what drove all that demand. Tether won’t say much about the specific factors behind the surge, leaving traders and analysts to guess.

Market conditions stayed pretty wild. Crypto volatility spiked multiple times during 2025.

The profits came despite mounting pressure from regulators worldwide who keep asking tough questions about Tether’s operations. Critics want more detailed breakdowns of exactly what backs each USDT token, and they’re not backing down. Some banking experts think Tether’s reserve structure needs a complete overhaul, though the company disagrees.

Paolo Ardoino, Tether’s Chief Technology Officer, tried to calm nerves in December. “We’re constantly working to improve our risk management practices,” he said during a virtual conference. “Maintaining investor confidence remains our top priority.” But regulatory scrutiny didn’t ease up much after his comments.

Total assets reached over $87 billion by year’s end. That’s a mix of cash, cash equivalents, and other financial instruments that Tether uses to keep USDT pegged to the dollar. The company’s asset holdings are basically what keeps the whole system running smoothly.

Giancarlo Devasini, Tether’s CFO, dropped hints about expansion plans for 2026. “We’re looking at new markets,” he said, though he didn’t name specific regions. The expansion push aims to grab more global market share, but details remain murky.

And the SEC keeps watching. The Securities and Exchange Commission continues reviewing stablecoin regulations, which could shake up how companies like Tether operate. Tether hasn’t said much about how potential rule changes might affect its business model.

Things got messier on January 15th when lawyers filed a class-action lawsuit against Tether in Manhattan federal court. The suit claims Tether lied about what actually backs its USDT tokens. Plaintiffs want damages and demand way more transparency about reserves. Tether’s legal team hasn’t responded publicly yet.

Banking relationships shifted too. Tether moved some operations to Caribbean institutions during 2025, raising eyebrows among industry observers. The move came as part of what Tether called “risk management efforts,” but it sparked questions about the company’s overall banking strategy. Some analysts think the shift shows Tether’s trying to stay ahead of tightening regulations.

Stuart Hoegner, Tether’s Chief Compliance Officer, pushed back against critics in November. “We’re actively engaging with regulators to address their concerns,” he said. Hoegner mentioned that Tether’s working on beefing up its compliance infrastructure to meet new regulatory standards, but didn’t give specifics.

The next quarterly report drops in March 2026. Investors hope it’ll include more details about reserves and future token issuance plans, though Tether hasn’t promised anything concrete. Market watchers are pretty anxious to see what the numbers look like.

Circle, which runs the USDC stablecoin, also had a banner year. Its market cap hit $35 billion by December, showing that stablecoin adoption kept growing across the board. But Circle faces similar regulatory headaches as Tether.

The Financial Stability Board weighed in on January 25th with a report about stablecoins’ growing importance in global finance. The international watchdog group urged policymakers to create clear rules for digital assets like USDT and USDC. Tether hasn’t responded to the report’s recommendations.

European regulators are making moves too. The European Central Bank announced plans on January 28th to explore a digital euro, which could compete directly with private stablecoins in Europe. Tether hasn’t said how a digital euro might affect its European operations.

Binance jumped into the mix on January 29th, announcing plans to add more USDT trading pairs to its platform. CEO Changpeng Zhao called stablecoins “essential for market stability and flexibility.” The new trading options should boost liquidity for USDT holders.

Banking partnerships remain a key challenge for Tether going forward. Traditional banks are getting more cautious about working with crypto companies as regulators crack down. Some industry insiders think Tether might need to diversify its banking relationships even more in 2026.

The legal landscape keeps shifting too. Multiple jurisdictions are working on stablecoin frameworks that could force major changes to how Tether operates. Compliance costs are rising, and smaller stablecoin issuers are already feeling the squeeze.

Tether’s dominance in the stablecoin market remains solid despite all the noise. The company controls roughly 70% of the total stablecoin market cap, giving it massive influence over crypto trading flows. That market position probably helped drive the record profits in 2025.

Competition is heating up though. Several new stablecoin projects launched last year, and traditional financial firms are eyeing the space. JPMorgan and Goldman Sachs both explored stablecoin initiatives during 2025, though neither announced concrete products.

The $6.3 billion in excess reserves gives Tether a pretty solid cushion against market shocks. But critics argue that number still isn’t enough transparency for a company handling nearly $90 billion in assets. The debate over reserve disclosure requirements will likely continue through 2026.

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Peter Schiff went after Bitcoin again. The longtime crypto critic blamed Wall Street firms for pumping Bitcoin’s price to unsustainable levels during his January 23 comments, claiming financial institutions created artificial demand that can’t last.

Bitcoin’s price keeps struggling around the $30,000 mark, a level that’s pretty much become make-or-break for traders. Some analysts think we’re seeing echoes of the brutal 2022 bear market all over again. Current drops remind veteran investors of past crashes that wiped out billions. And honestly, it’s got people spooked.

Things look murky right now.

The past month alone shows just how wild Bitcoin’s swings have become, with daily moves that would make traditional asset managers lose sleep. Concerns are rising fast among institutional players who thought they understood crypto risk management. Some hedge funds that jumped into Bitcoin during the bull run are now quietly reassessing their positions, according to sources familiar with the matter.

Financial institutions find themselves caught in a weird spot – their endorsement gave Bitcoin legitimacy but also created expectations they can’t control. Wall Street’s involvement brought serious money and mainstream attention, but critics argue it also inflated speculative bubbles that were bound to pop. Morgan Stanley reportedly started reevaluating its Bitcoin exposure after internal risk assessments flagged the recent volatility as problematic.

Schiff’s attacks aren’t exactly breaking news. He’s been calling Bitcoin worthless for years, arguing it can’t replace real currencies no matter how many institutions back it. His stance stays rock-solid despite growing adoption across major corporations and financial firms.

But the crypto’s future path remains anyone’s guess right now.

Investors are getting cautious as trust in Bitcoin’s stability wavers among both retail and institutional players. The Chicago Mercantile Exchange saw Bitcoin futures trading volume drop last week, signaling possible decreased institutional interest. CME reps didn’t comment on the trend, leaving market watchers to guess what’s really happening behind the scenes.

The broader crypto market feels the pressure too, with Ethereum and Litecoin facing similar headwinds. Market sentiment stays mixed as traders try to figure out if this is just another dip or something more serious. On January 21, Coinbase reported a surge in sell orders when Bitcoin dipped below $29,000, suggesting smaller investors might be losing faith.

Institutional players face mounting pressure to justify their continued Bitcoin support to skeptical boards and clients. Questions about long-term profitability keep coming up in boardrooms across Wall Street. Some firms have already scaled back investments, though most won’t admit it publicly.

Public perception plays a bigger role than many realize – Bitcoin’s reputation takes hits from environmental concerns about energy consumption. Critics keep hammering the sustainability angle, and it’s starting to stick with ESG-focused investors. Regulatory challenges don’t help either, with governments worldwide still figuring out their stance.

JPMorgan Chase dropped a report on January 20 suggesting Bitcoin’s volatility could scare off long-term institutional money. The bank said while some firms see potential in digital assets, the crazy price swings present risks that traditional risk models can’t handle properly. That sentiment echoes what other financial analysts have been whispering privately.

Yet Bitcoin enthusiasts refuse to give up hope. Venture capitalist Tim Draper, speaking at a blockchain conference last week, predicted Bitcoin could hit $250,000 by late 2026. He credits increasing global adoption and tech improvements for his bullish outlook. Prominent investor Cathie Wood also stays unfazed, calling current market turbulence a temporary setback during a recent interview.

The next few months will test Bitcoin’s resilience like never before. Traders and analysts watch every price move for clues about what comes next. Some wait for regulatory clarity from Washington. Others focus on technological advances that might justify higher valuations.

Schiff’s latest comments highlight tensions that won’t disappear anytime soon. Skepticism toward digital currencies runs deeper than crypto boosters want to admit. The debate over Bitcoin’s real value versus its market price continues to rage among financial professionals.

For now, uncertainty rules the day as key decisions loom across the industry. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission stays silent on whether recent market conditions will change their approach to Bitcoin-related products. That silence fuels more speculation among market participants who desperately want guidance.

No major financial institutions provided official responses to Schiff’s latest criticism. CryptoQuant analysts warn that breaking below $30,000 could trigger bigger sell-offs as technical support levels crumble.

Major cryptocurrency exchanges are reporting unusual trading patterns that suggest coordinated selling pressure from large holders. Binance data shows whale transactions increased 340% over the past week, with most involving Bitcoin transfers to exchange wallets – typically a bearish signal. Kraken’s order books reveal significant resistance levels around $32,000, where institutional sell walls have formed.

Meanwhile, Bitcoin mining operations face their own pressures as energy costs surge and hash rates fluctuate. Marathon Digital Holdings cut production guidance last month after grid stability issues in Texas forced temporary shutdowns. The mining difficulty adjustment scheduled for early February could provide relief, but smaller operators worry about profitability margins that have shrunk dramatically since Bitcoin’s peak.

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Despite BTC’s ongoing influences on sentiment, resilient demand for XRP-spot ETFs supports the medium- to long-term price outlook for XRP.

Market Structure Bill Crucial for Bullish Medium- to Long-Term Projections While BTC-spot ETF outflows may overshadow XRP-spot ETF inflows, crypto-related legislative developments could decouple XRP from BTC.

This week, the US Senate Agriculture Committee advanced its draft text of the Market Structure Bill. However, there was no bipartisan support for the text, as no Democratic Committee members voted to advance the markup.

Nevertheless, the advancement completed one important step toward much-needed crypto legislation. The onus now rests on the US Senate Banking Committee to release an updated draft text and schedule a markup vote. In January, the Banking Committee postponed its markup vote after Coinbase (COIN) withdrew its support for the Market Structure Bill.

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong cited the draft text’s stance on stablecoin yields as one of several reasons for withdrawing support for the Bill. Given US banks’ opposition to stablecoins offering yields and the crypto market’s push for rewards for stablecoin holders, the Banking Committee’s draft text may face more hurdles.

Finding common ground between the US banks’ push to retain depositors and crypto’s drive onto Main Street, targeting traditional depositors, will be crucial. XRP will likely return to a state of limbo as traders monitor developments on Capitol Hill. XRP holders faced a similar period of uncertainty during the lengthy SEC vs. Ripple case, which concluded in August 2025.

White House Crypto Meeting to Take Center Stage The deep divide between US banks and crypto players has drawn the attention of the US administration.

On Monday, February 2, the US Administration is holding a White House meeting with crypto and banks. The US administration is offering a platform to address the issues surrounding stablecoin yields and advance the Banking Committee’s draft text. However, Monday’s meeting will not include major US bank CEOs or Coinbase CEO Armstrong, who withdrew his support for the Bill.

Crypto in America host and journalist Eleanor Terrett shared details of the meeting, stating:

“This is intentionally not a C-suite meeting, so Coinbase chief Brian Armstrong and major bank CEOs will not attend. Instead, the discussion will include senior policy executives, including Coinbase’s head of US Policy, Kara Calvert, along with crypto trade groups Blockchain Association, Digital Chamber, and Crypto Council. Banking representation will come from the American Bankers Association (ABA) and the Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA).

Terrett added that the meeting is meant to be a working session to facilitate open dialogue on key issues relating to the Banking Committee’s draft text.

TradFi vs. DeFi: The Main Event Monday’s session will give traders insights into whether TradFi and DeFi can find common ground. However, given the risks stablecoin yields pose to US bank profits, the session could be a testy one.

In July 2025, the American Bankers Association requested that the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) delay banking license approvals for Ripple and Circle. The request underscored fears within the banking community that DeFi and stablecoins could materially erode US banks’ domination on Main Street.

Fast forward to January 2026, Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan warned that more than $6 trillion in deposits could move from the US banking system to stablecoins if crypto legislation permitted stablecoin rewards/yields.

US banks fear that crypto legislation would put crypto firms on a level playing field. Higher stablecoin yields than negligible interest on deposits with US banks would materialize Moynihan’s worst fears, should stablecoin holders receive the same degree of protection.

An exodus of US bank deposits would mean less scope for lending or the need to tap wholesale funding, which is costlier than interest on deposits. Lower lending and/or narrower net interest margins (NIMs), the difference between interest paid and interest received on capital, would erode banks’ profits.

The crypto community and the US administration could suggest that US banks increase the interest offered on deposits to be more competitive with DeFi, or face the consequences. However, given the potential impact on NIMs, it seems implausible for banks to consider such an option without hiking interest rates on loans, which could adversely affect the broader economy.

These dynamics underpin the uncertainty over the Banking Committee advancing its draft text in the short term.

XRP Price Forecast: Short-, Medium-, and Long-Term Targets This week’s reversal left XRP below crucial support levels, indicating a bearish trend reversal and invalidating the positive short-term outlook (1-4 weeks). The bearish trend reversal indicates a negative short-term outlook, with a target price of $1.5.

However, bets on multiple Fed rate cuts, expectations that the Market Structure Bill will progress, and increased XRP utility continue to affirm the bullish medium- to long-term price projections:

Medium-term (4-8 weeks): $2.5. Longer-term (8-12 weeks): $3.0. Key Downside Risks to the Bullish Medium-Term Outlook Several events could challenge the constructive bias. These include:

A hawkish Bank of Japan, with a higher neutral interest rate (potentially 1.5%-2.5%). A hawkish BoJ rate path would narrow US-Japan rate differentials sharply, potentially triggering a yen carry trade unwind, as seen in mid-2024. A yen carry trade unwind would reaffirm the bearish trend reversal. Upbeat US economic data and falling bets on an H1 2026 Fed rate cut. Delays and/or partisan opposition to the Market Structure Bill. Extended periods of XRP-spot ETF net outflows. These scenarios would weigh on demand for XRP, pushing XRP toward $1.5 and reaffirming the bearish trend reversal.

Technical Analysis: Levels to Watch XRP fell 3.98% on Saturday, January 31, following the previous day’s 4.03% loss to close at $1.6454. The token faced less severe selling pressure than the broader crypto market cap, which plunged 6.36%, underscoring favorable fundamental developments for XRP.

Nevertheless, Saturday’s sell-off left XRP trading well below its 50-day and 200-day EMAs, indicating a bearish bias. However, several positive fundamentals continue to counter bearish technicals, supporting a bullish medium-term outlook.

Key technical levels to watch include:

Support levels: $1.50 and then $1.0. 50-day EMA resistance: $1.9739. 200-day EMA resistance: $2.2574. Resistance levels: $1.75, $2.0, $2.5, and $3.0. On the daily chart, a break above $1.75 would enable the bulls to target the 50-day EMA and $2.0. A sustained move through the 50-day EMA would signal a near-term bullish trend reversal, bringing $2.2 into play. A breakout above $2.2 would pave the way toward the 200-day EMA.

A sustained move through the EMAs would reaffirm the bullish medium-term price targets.

New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - January 31, 2026) - WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds all former stockholders of Smartsheet Inc. (NYSE: SMAR) in connection with the January 2025 sale (the "Merger" or "Buyout") of Smartsheet to affiliates of investment funds managed by affiliates of Blackstone Inc. (collectively "Blackstone"), investment funds managed by Vista Equity Partners Management, LLC ("Vista Equity Partners" or "Vista"), and Platinum Falcon B 2018 RSC Limited, an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority, which participated as an indirect minority investor in Smartsheet ("Platinum Falcon," and together with Blackstone and Vista, the "Consortium"), of the important February 24, 2026 lead plaintiff deadline.

SO WHAT: If you are a former Smartsheet stockholder, you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.

WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the Smartsheet class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=49166 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than February 24, 2026. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.

WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources, or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually litigate securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved, at that time, the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs' Bar. Many of the firm's attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.

DETAILS OF THE CASE: The complaint alleges that in connection with Smartsheet's solicitation of stockholder approval of the Buyout, defendants issued and filed with the SEC a false and misleading Schedule 14A Proxy statement, as amended (the "Proxy"). Defendants used the Proxy to intentionally mischaracterize Smartsheet's financial success and performance during and in the context of Smartsheet's sales process. Specifically, defendants deliberately cast Smartsheet's quarterly earnings in a negative light in the Proxy, and emphasized a financial metric that it apparently made up just for the purposes of soliciting approval for the Buyout. Additionally, it was alleged that defendant Mark P. Mader failed to use reasonable care in the fulfillment of his disclosure duties.

To join the Smartsheet class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=49166 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action.

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WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of securities of agilon health, inc. (NYSE: AGL) between February 26, 2025 and August 4, 2025, both dates inclusive (the “Class Period”), of the important March 2, 2026 lead plaintiff deadline in the securities class action first filed by the Firm.

SO WHAT: If you purchased agilon securities during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.

WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the agilon class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=46039 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than March 2, 2026. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.

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DETAILS OF THE CASE: According to the lawsuit, defendants throughout the Class Period made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) defendants recklessly issued guidance for 2025 that they knew or should have known was not going to be achieved, given material industry headwinds of which they were aware; (2) defendants materially overstated the immediate positive financial impact from “strategic actions” taken by agilon to reduce risk; and (3) as a result, defendants’ statements about agilon’s business, operations, and prospects were materially false and/or misleading at all times. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.

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A director at one of the top clinical-stage biotech companies sold 6,000 insider shares towards the end of January 2026 amid the company's stock having an underwhelming performance in 2025.

On Jan. 20, 2026, Director David Charles Lubner executed the exercise and immediate sale of 6,000 shares of Arcellx, Inc. (ACLX +0.07%) common stock for a total transaction value of approximately $450,000, as disclosed in a SEC Form 4 filing.

Transaction summaryMetricValueShares sold (direct)6,000Transaction value~$450,000Post-transaction shares (direct)21,659Post-transaction value (direct ownership)~$1.56 millionTransaction value based on SEC Form 4 weighted average purchase price ($75.00); post-transaction value based on the closing price of Jan. 20, 2026 ($72.17). 

Key questionsHow did this transaction affect Lubner's ownership stake in Arcellx?
The sale reduced Lubner's direct holdings by 21.69%, from 27,659 to 21,659 shares, while leaving his 59,405 options outstanding unchanged.What does the use of a Rule 10b5-1 plan suggest?
The transaction was executed under a Rule 10b5-1 prearranged plan, indicating the timing and scale were predetermined rather than opportunistically timed. Company overviewMetricValue*Price$68.31Market capitalization$3.95 billionRevenue (TTM)$35.90 million*1-year price change5.78%* Price and 1-year performance are calculated using Jan. 20, 2026 as the reference date.

Company snapshot Arcellx, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company specializing in innovative immunotherapies for cancer and other incurable diseases. The company primarily works with oncology healthcare providers and patients with difficult-to-treat cancers across the United States and select global markets.

What this transaction means for investorsArcellx is currently struggling with negative operating income, but having been on the public market for just about four years, it is still a young company, and companies that young often operate with negative margins in their early years. The company is also still strongly supported by investors, as the pharmaceutical company has stated it has sufficient funding to operate through 2028.

The immunotherapy provider also recently achieved a breakthrough with one of its top clinical-stage projects, advancing its multiple myeloma treatment to the second phase of development. If the treatment is proven successful, it would be a major product in the healthcare space and a significant revenue generator for Arcellx.

As of right now though, the stock fell approximately 15% in 2025, and it may continue to struggle as the company continues to develop its clinical-stage products. If investors are just focused on potential, then Arcellx’s stock may be an option within the pharmaceutical space.

Adé Hennis has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.

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WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of securities of Bath & Body Works, Inc. (NYSE: BBWI) between June 4, 2024 and November 19, 2025, both dates inclusive (the “Class Period”), of the important March 16, 2026 lead plaintiff deadline.

SO WHAT: If you purchased Bath & Body Works securities during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.

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DETAILS OF THE CASE: According to the lawsuit, throughout the Class Period, defendants made materially false and/or misleading statements, and that defendants failed to disclose that: (1) Bath & Body Works’ strategy of pursuing “adjacencies, collaborations and promotions” was not growing the customer base and/or delivering the level of growth in net sales touted; (2) as Bath & Body Works’ strategy of “adjacencies, collaborations and promotions” faltered, it relied on brand collaborations “to carry quarters” and obfuscate otherwise weak underlying financial results; (3) as a result, Bath & Body Works was unlikely to meet its own previously issued financial guidance; and (4) as a result of the foregoing, defendants’ positive statements about Bath & Body Works’ business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.

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The sell-off in Mastercard and Visa is a tremendous buying opportunity for long-term investors.

The S&P 500 (^GSPC 0.43%) is up 14.9% over the last year, but payment processors Mastercard (MA 1.00%) and Visa (V 3.00%) are down slightly. Both stocks have sold off so far in 2026 as investors grow concerned about weakening consumer spending and the Trump administration's proposed 10% cap on credit card interest rates.

Visa and Mastercard reported quarterly earnings on Jan. 29. Here are the key takeaways and why both stocks are great buys on the dip.

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Strong results from Mastercard and Visa In their earnings releases, Mastercard and Visa both credited solid consumer spending for their record results -- challenging the narrative that consumer spending is under pressure.

Mastercard's revenue jumped 18%, and Visa's rose 15%. Mastercard's operating income grew by 25%, far faster than the 10% increase in operating expenses as operating margins grew to 55.8% and diluted earnings per share (EPS) jumped 24%. Visa's operating margin was even better at 61.8%, but its non-GAAP (adjusted) EPS increased by 15% -- less than Mastercard.

Both companies reported high-single-digit to low-double-digit increases in payment volume and frequency. Mastercard and Visa make money every time their cards are swiped, tapped, or processed digitally. The fee structure is based on frequency and a percentage of total sales. So both companies are somewhat recession-resistant, in the sense that they will still do well as long as consumers use their cards rather than alternatives like other cards or cash. But they will do even better when global spending is growing -- which it did in 2025 despite a flurry of consumer spending challenges.

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Returning capital to shareholders 2025 was a banner year for Mastercard and Visa, as both companies performed well in a less-than-ideal operating environment. Since both companies have such high operating margins, they can afford to maintain rock-solid balance sheets with tons of cash and very little debt, and consistently raise their dividends and buy back stock.

In 2025, Mastercard paid $11.73 billion in stock buybacks and $2.76 billion on dividends. In its latest quarter, which was the first quarter of fiscal 2026, Visa bought back $3.73 billion in stock and paid $1.29 billion in dividends -- a run rate of $20.08 billion for the year.

Both stocks yield less than 1% because they prefer to return cash to shareholders through buybacks over dividends. But if both companies hypothetically reallocated all their funds toward dividends instead of buybacks, Mastercard would yield about 3% and Visa would yield 3.1%. Mastercard and Visa fully support their buybacks and dividends with free cash flow -- a sign that returning capital to shareholders is sustainable and affordable.

To top it all off, both stocks sport reasonable, if not borderline cheap, valuations based on price-to-FCF and forward earnings expectations.

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Two foundational stocks to build a portfolio around Mastercard and Visa are two of the best business models in the world. By working with financial institutions to issue cards, they avoid the credit risks that come with managing loans and debt. Instead, their value comes from their global network effects and processing.

Both companies have done an exceptional job of growing their employment networks. And while the issue of capping credit card interest rates could persist, I doubt something as low as 10% would be implemented. At such a low incentive, financial institutions would simply restrict credit access for many users, which would hurt consumers in the long run.

Add it all up, and Mastercard and Visa are two high conviction stocks to buy in 2026 that can anchor a long-term portfolio.