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The 90-day correlation between bitcoin and JPY has risen to a record high of over 0.85. Jan 7, 2026, 6:48 a.m.

Bitcoin BTC$92,657.04 traders may want to add the Japanese yen (JPY) to their list of related markets, moving beyond the dollar index, as the connection between the cryptocurrency and the yen has hit a record high over the last 90 days.

The 90-day correlation coefficient between BTC and Pepperstone's JPY index has risen to 0.86, the highest ever, according to data source TradingView.

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That high correlation means the two assets have been moving in the same direction so tightly that 73% of BTC's price swings over the past 90 days mirror moves in the yen. The 73% figure – known as the coefficient of determination – comes from squaring the correlation coefficient and shows a model's "goodness of fit" as an intuitive percentage.

Pepperstone's JPY Index, known as JPYX, is a currency index contract for difference (CFD) that measures the Japanese Yen's strength against a basket of four major currencies, EUR, USD, AUD, and NZD.

The tight correlation between bitcoin and yen means the once-independent BTC is now under the shadow of Japanese currency swings, tanking or surging with the yen, as it has done over the past 90 days. In other words, for now, BTC seems to have lost its appeal as a portfolio diversifier, turning what was once a unique "digital gold" hedge into a doubled-down bet on yen.

That said, traders should note that correlations between cryptocurrencies and traditional assets like stocks and currencies are often transient.

BTC and JPY have been tied at the hip since October 2025. (TradingView)

BTC peaked in early October and took a beating in the following two months, as the JPY index extended its downtrend, with sell-offs in both stalling after mid-December.

Moreover, the yen has been in a downtrend since April last year, as concerns about the fiscal debt sustainability lifted Japanese government bond yields. With the debt-to-GDP ratio of 240%, Japan is one of the most indebted nations in the world, although much of that debt is held by domestic investors.

Japan's elevated debt traps its central bank between a rock and a hard place: raising interest rates spikes debt-servicing costs and worsens the fiscal mess, while holding rates low risks a full-blown yen slide.

Some observers argue the fiscal crisis is already unfolding in currency markets, with a sharply weaker yen, and that only a potential U.S. recession will offer Japan any breathing room.

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Ethereum Rally Faces Pressure After $970 Million in Whale SellingEthereum whales sell $971 million ETH, adding near-term supply pressure.Long-term holders remain inactive, helping stabilize ETH’s breakout structure.ETH is trading at $3,265, targeting $3,447 and potentially $4,061.Ethereum price has broken out of a two-month descending wedge, signaling renewed bullish momentum. ETH’s technical structure now points toward a potential rally after weeks of compression. 

However, the upside narrative faces a challenge as large holders begin distributing into strength, raising concerns about whether whale activity could cap gains.

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Ethereum Whales Exhibit SkepticismEthereum whales have turned into active sellers as the price pushed higher. Over the last three days, wallets holding between 100,000 and 1 million ETH sold roughly 300,000 ETH. At current prices, those sales exceed $971 million, representing a meaningful supply increase.

This behavior suggests skepticism among large holders regarding ETH’s ability to sustain its rally. Whales often distribute during breakouts to lock in gains. Their actions can slow upward momentum, especially if demand from other cohorts fails to absorb the added supply.

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ETH LTHs Could Stabilize The PriceLong-term holder behavior provides a counterbalance to whale distribution. Ethereum’s Liveliness metric has declined sharply since late December 2025. This indicator tracks whether long-held coins are moving or remaining dormant.

A falling Liveliness reading signals that long-term ETH holders are choosing to hold rather than sell. This pattern reflects conviction among investors with longer time horizons. Their restraint can stabilize prices during periods of short-term distribution.

Ethereum Liveliness. Source: GlassnodeWhen long-term holders maintain positions, volatility often decreases. Their behavior reduces the circulating supply available for selling. This dynamic may help offset whale-driven pressure and support Ethereum’s broader bullish structure.

ETH Price Breakout Rally To Be ContinuedEthereum trades near $3,265 at the time of writing after confirming a breakout from its descending wedge. The pattern projects a potential 29.5% upside, targeting $4,061. Achieving that level would require sustained demand and reduced distribution.

A more realistic short-term objective sits lower. ETH could rise toward $3,447 if it secures $3,287 as support. Holding this level would confirm breakout strength and provide a base for a move beyond $3,607.

ETH Price Analysis. Source: TradingViewDownside risk remains tied to whale behavior. If selling intensifies, Ethereum could fall below $3,131. A deeper drop toward $3,000 or even $2,902 would invalidate the bullish thesis and negate the breakout, leaving ETH exposed to a corrective phase.

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The Bitcoin price traded around $92,620 during Tuesday’s trading session, falling by 1.3% in 24 hours as market participants absorbed the Bitcoin Core wallet security alert and expert comments about increasing quantum computing risks.

The token maintained its strong position through $55.15 billion daily trading volume and $1.84 trillion market value.

Technical indicators suggest Bitcoin is near a key resistance zone between $94,000 and $95,000, with upside momentum currently cooling.

The Bitcoin Core v30 releases contain a wallet migration bug that developers have identified.

The network faces two potential threats from quantum computing according to Coinbase’s David Duong because it affects both cryptographic systems and mining operational costs although he believes the danger has not reached a critical point.

Technical caution and wallet migration alerts Copy link to section

The Bitcoin Core Project issued a warning regarding a bug affecting wallet migrations in versions 30.0 and 30.1.

Under certain conditions, migrating legacy wallets could result in deleted wallet files and potential permanent fund loss if backups are not available.

Developers have confirmed a fix will arrive in Bitcoin Core v30.2 and advised users to avoid legacy wallet migrations in the interim.

The issue does not affect the network itself, consensus, or transaction processing.

Nevertheless, the warning has injected caution into investor sentiment, particularly among long-term holders and node operators.

Technical analysis suggests Bitcoin remains in a consolidating phase, forming a descending wedge pattern with higher lows above December’s bottom near $80,500.

The RSI indicator shows a position near 50 while the small candlesticks with their upper wicks indicate market stability instead of increasing momentum.

A confirmed break above $94,500 could open the path toward $97,300 and $100,700, while failure to reclaim resistance keeps the downside risk toward $90,900 and $87,000–$88,000.

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Bitcoin relies on two main cryptographic systems: the Elliptic Curve Digital Signature Algorithm (ECDSA) for transaction signatures and SHA-256 for proof-of-work mining.

Duong explained in a LinkedIn post that quantum computers could pose two separate threats: they might break private key security, allowing attackers to steal funds, and they could mine blocks faster than conventional miners, upsetting the blockchain’s economic balance.

Miners currently compete using computational power and energy to solve complex mathematical problems and add blocks to the Bitcoin network.

In theory, quantum computing could dramatically increase this processing speed.

A sufficiently powerful quantum computer could even facilitate attacks like the 51% attack, where a single miner or group controls a majority of the network’s computing power.

Despite these possibilities, Duong emphasized that quantum mining is a lower-priority concern for now.

Current quantum machines are orders of magnitude too small to threaten Bitcoin’s cryptography.

He noted that the open-source community remains vigilant, working on post-quantum signature migration paths to secure the network for the future.

The potential quantum threat to Bitcoin remains a topic of debate within the crypto community.

Skeptics, including cypherpunk Adam Back, argue that practical quantum computing capable of breaking Bitcoin’s cryptography is likely decades away.

In contrast, proponents like Charles Edwards, founder of the Capriole digital asset fund, suggest the risk is more imminent and warrants preparation.

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On Tuesday, Morgan Stanley, one of Wall Street’s premier banking institutions, announced that it has submitted preliminary filings for exchange-traded funds (ETFs) focused on Bitcoin (BTC) and Solana (SOL). 

These filings are now awaiting approval from the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), which has recently adopted a more favorable stance toward cryptocurrencies under Chair Paul Atkins, appointed by President Trump last year.

In the submitted filing, Morgan Stanley outlined its plans for a Bitcoin Trust and a Solana Trust, each designed to hold the respective cryptocurrencies. 

Notably, the Solana product will include an allocation for staking, a process that enables holders to earn rewards by allowing their tokens to be used to support the blockchain network. These trusts will be sponsored by Morgan Stanley Investment Management Inc., according to the filings.

This latest move by Morgan Stanley follows its decision in October 2025 to empower its financial advisers to offer crypto investments to clients across various account types. 

In a paper published by the bank’s Global Investment Committee, a recommendation emerged suggesting that clients consider a maximum crypto allocation of 4%. 

The committee characterized cryptocurrencies, particularly Bitcoin, as a speculative yet increasingly popular asset class, likening Bitcoin to a scarce resource akin to “digital gold.”

Growing Institutional Interest The launch of the Bitcoin and Solana exchange-traded funds is a significant move toward expanding Morgan Stanley’s presence in the cryptocurrency industry, which is widely regarded by traditional financial institutions as a financial sector with tremendous growth potential. 

This development comes two years after the Securities and Exchange Commission approval of the first US-listed spot Bitcoin exchange traded fund, propelling institutional interest in digital assets.

The backdrop of growing regulatory clarity under US President Donald Trump has further encouraged traditional finance companies to diversify into digital assets, which were previously viewed primarily as speculative investments. 

The recent appointment of Paul Atkins, a pro-crypto advocate, as head of the SEC, alongside the agency’s recent regulatory moves towards digital assets, suggests that the approval process for these new crypto ETFs could be favourable and timely.

Additionally, in December, the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) granted banks the ability to act as intermediaries for cryptocurrency transactions. This regulatory shift suggests a narrowing divide between the conventional financial sector and the burgeoning world of digital assets.

The 1-D chart shows BTC’s price recovery above $93,000. Source: BTCUSDT on TradingView.com At the time of writing, Bitcoin has managed to hold onto the gains seen on Monday, when it briefly surged towards a two-month high of $94,800. Currently, the market’s leading cryptocurrency is attempting to consolidate at $93,920. 

Similarly, Solana has climbed back above $142, marking a significant 14% increase over the past seven days. However, this still leaves the altcoin 51% below its all-time high of $293 reached last year. 

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PUMP’s push above its 20-day average comes as trading volumes and platform activity spike, but the move still lacks a clear trend reversal pattern.

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PUMP price is up 30% in seven days but remains deeply below its September peak. Rising spot and derivatives volume point to active trading, not leverage buildup. Technical indicators suggest a relief bounce, with resistance still overhead. PUMP was trading at $0.00249 at press time, up 1.3% over the past 24 hours despite crypto market weakness. The token has gained roughly 30% over the last seven days, even as it remains down 17% on the month and nearly 71% below its all-time high of $0.00881 set in September.

Trading activity expanded alongside the recovery. Spot volume reached $182 million in the last 24 hours, a 30% increase, pointing to stronger participation rather than a thin liquidity bounce.

Derivatives data from CoinGlass shows a similar pattern. Futures volume climbed 29% to $101 million, while open interest rose a modest 1.9% to $64 million. 

Platform activity surges The recent price recovery has has been triggered by a sharp pickup in Pump.fun’s (PUMP) on-chain activity. Dune Analytics data shows daily trading volume reached $116 million on Dec. 6, a clear improvement from the $60–80 million range that dominated through December and early January.

Daily active addresses have climbed to 135,242, the highest level in months, while 24-hour protocol revenue hit $2.67 million.

The platform’s longer-term numbers are striking. Pump.fun brought in just under $1 billion in revenue in 2025, with a large share of that coming in the final quarter. A significant portion of those funds, a little over $200 million, has been directed toward buying back PUMP tokens. This has taken about 10% of the supply out of circulation and helped support a deflationary setup.

Even with those numbers, the project isn’t without issues. Pump.fun is dealing with the possibility of a lawsuit that could reach around $500 million, and it has faced ongoing backlash over reports that the vast majority of tokens launched on the platform end up as rug pulls.

PUMP price technical analysis The overall picture is still leaning bearish to neutral. For months, PUMP has been trapped in a pattern of lower highs and lower lows, and the most recent push higher appears to be more of a temporary bounce than the beginning of a true trend shift.

The Bollinger Bands show price bouncing off the lower range. That said, the bands aren’t widening much, suggesting momentum is still muted.

PUMP daily chart. Credit: crypto.news Price is now pressing up against the 20-day moving average from below, and that average is still trending downward. A clear daily close above it, with continued strength, would be a constructive sign. If the price gets rejected here, it would likely confirm that the broader bearish structure is still in place.

Conflicting signals are coming from momentum. After emerging from oversold territory, the relative strength index has risen back to the mid-50s, indicating some improvement in strength. However, in weaker markets, rallies often stall in this area.

Support on the downside is located between $0.0020 and $0.0021, with a stronger floor near $0.0015. Resistance is between $0.0026 and $0.0027, followed by a wider supply area around $0.003.

If PUMP can hold above $0.0025 and reclaim short-term moving averages, the price could extend toward the $0.003 area. Failure to maintain current levels would likely refocus attention on the $0.002 support zone, keeping the broader downtrend in place.

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Silver has surpassed chip giant Nvidia to become the second most valuable asset in the world following the most recent price surge. 

Gold is by far the dominant asset with a market cap of $31.3 trillion. This is roughly seven times larger than the largest company (NVIDIA).

NVIDIA is the most valuable public company on this list at $4.558 trillion, slightly edging out Apple and Microsoft.

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The list is dominated by American tech giants: Apple, Alphabet (Google), Microsoft, and Amazon.

Bitcoin is only the eighth most valuable asset in the world, with a market cap of $1.844 trillion. 

Getting upstaged by silver There has been a massive rotation of capital from "digital" stores of value back to "physical" ones. Bitcoin is often pitched as "digital gold" by its proponents, but the top cryptocurrency is struggling while gold and silver keep surging. 

Historically, Bitcoin attracted traders looking for high volatility and massive short-term gains. However, silver is now providing that excitement. By surging 5% in just one day, silver is moving with the speed and aggression usually reserved for crypto. 

This price action lures speculative "hot money" away from the crypto market and into commodities. 

Traders are realizing that silver is currently acting like "leveraged gold."

Meanwhile, tech analysts from firms like Citi and Oxford Economics argue that silver has effectively become a semiconductor stock. Silver is the physical requirement for the infrastructure. AI data centers and high-performance processors generate massive heat and require the highest possible electrical conductivity to function. Silver is the best conductor of electricity on earth.

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Bloom Energy (BE 0.79%) and Plug Power (PLUG +0.84%) are taking different approaches in the race to create cleaner energy. Bloom focuses on solid-oxide fuel cells, while Plug's proton exchange membrane fuel cells are at the core of the company's technology. Which company has the better chance to dominate the next decade?

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Bloom's strong traction Bloom Energy has large enterprise customers, including AT&T, Honda, and Oracle, and is well positioned to meet increasing AI-related energy demand. It recently announced a $5 billion partnership with Brookfield Asset Management (BAM +0.71%) to supply on-site power for AI data centers and infrastructure.

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Bloom is benefiting from surging demand from AI data centers. In its latest quarterly report, the company recorded $519 million in revenue, an increase of 57% year over year. Gross margin improved 5.4 percentage points. The stock was up over 290% in 2025.

Challenges for Bloom include scaling successfully to meet growing demand. It anticipates doubling capacity to 2 gigawatts in 2026. If Bloom falls short of this expectation, the stock will suffer.

Plug's massive potential market Plug Power has a first-mover advantage and already works with two of the world's largest companies, Amazon and Walmart. This could be just the beginning for Plug, though. The total addressable market for green hydrogen could reach $60.5 billion by 2030.

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Plug has struggled with high cash burn and some execution missteps. Further delays in projects or a decrease in government support would be detrimental. On a positive note, Plug's financials saw a slight improvement through the first nine months of 2025, with a small decrease in operating losses and an increase in net revenue. Plug's electrolyzer business continues to be a strength, bringing in $65 million in the third quarter. The stock was down over 4% in 2025.

Which company will dominate? If you're an investor seeking more stability and near-term opportunity for profitability, the advantage lies with Bloom Energy. However, Plug Power could be the breakout stock of the next 10 years for those with a higher risk profile. Plug wins the decade if green hydrogen takes off.

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Investing in quantum computing doesn't have to feel like playing the lottery. There are proven winners with exposure to quantum computing worth buying and holding right now.

It's still early, but quantum computing appears to be another significant leap forward in technological innovation. Quantum computers utilize the laws of physics to perform complex calculations exponentially faster than even today's supercomputers can.

Researchers at McKinsey & Company anticipate that quantum computing can grow to a $100 billion market over the next decade, and who knows where it will go from there.

Investors have poured into several pure-play quantum computing stocks, but companies like IonQ and D-Wave Quantum currently generate little revenue and have already risen to sky-high valuations. However, investing in quantum computing doesn't need to be an all-or-nothing gamble.

Here are three companies with established and successful businesses that also deal in quantum computing. Consider buying them as top quantum computing stocks for 2026.

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1. Nvidia The explosive growth in artificial intelligence (AI) has rocketed Nvidia (NVDA 0.47%) to the top of the technology world as the leader in GPU chips used in data centers for AI workloads. Quantum computing could become a key stepping stone to more advanced AI over the coming years as computing power demands continue to increase.

Nvidia wouldn't want to be on the outside of quantum computing if it began displacing traditional GPUs, so the company has a clear interest in exploring quantum technology. It has developed NVQLink, which enables quantum processors to work with AI supercomputers, as well as CUDA-Q, an open-source development platform for quantum systems and applications.

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In other words, Nvidia wants to control the intersection between today's GPU-powered applications and tomorrow's quantum-powered opportunities. Nvidia's dominance in the GPU space gives it a strong positioning to achieve that. The company's core data center business remains strong, with a $500 billion order backlog that is likely to lead to another banner growth year in 2026.

2. International Business Machines (IBM) Some view International Business Machines (IBM +2.54%) as a tech dinosaur. The company has been around for decades and has struggled at times to adapt to industrywide changes. To its credit, IBM has steadily divested old assets and made strategic acquisitions to remake itself as a leading provider of hybrid cloud computing, AI software, and consulting services to enterprise customers.

Simply put, corporations turn to IBM for help in integrating new technology into their businesses, and IBM provides them with advice and any necessary products and services. IBM is also a leading pioneer in quantum computing. It has developed quantum processors and full computers, as well as Qiskit, which it claims is the most widely used software development kit for quantum computing.

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IBM has deeply entrenched relationships across the corporate world, which helps get it to the table and win business. To date, IBM has generated over $1 billion in lifetime revenue related to quantum computing. IBM probably won't generate explosive growth. Still, it's a steady and reliable stock for those seeking exposure to quantum computing with lower risk.

3. Microsoft It shouldn't come as a surprise to see Microsoft (MSFT +1.22%) on this list. The $3.5 trillion tech behemoth has its nose in just about every tech trend out there. Microsoft has a strong foothold with corporate customers through its Microsoft 365 and Dynamics 365 software, as well as its Azure cloud services platform. It's also a clear pathway to introduce new products and services, which could eventually include quantum computing.

Currently, Microsoft's quantum efforts reside at the research level. Early last year, it announced it had developed a quantum chip, the Majorana 1, capable of fitting 1 million qubits on a single chip -- far more than current quantum computers have. Remarkably, Microsoft achieved a new state of matter to build this chip. Its topological core is neither a solid, a liquid, nor a gas, but a new state of matter.

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It highlights the high ceiling that a company with Microsoft's deep pockets and brilliant talent possesses. If quantum computing takes off, Microsoft will undoubtedly be a competitor. For now, investors can continue to enjoy the strong growth across Microsoft's various businesses. As arguably the world's leading technology company, Microsoft is a no-brainer to include in this list.

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SummaryKlaviyo is a rapidly growing, profitable SaaS company transitioning from marketing automation to a comprehensive B2C CRM platform.KVYO reported Q3 2025 revenue of $310.9M (+32% YoY), guiding for FY25 revenue of $1.215–$1.219B and operating margins of 13–14%.The company's TAM is projected to reach $160B by 2026, with penetration still below 1%, supporting a robust long-term growth thesis.KVYO trades at a premium (7.3x sales, 31x forward P/E), justified by industry-leading growth, but faces downside risk if revenue growth or margins falter. Alex Cristi /iStock via Getty Images

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Zelman & Assoc analyst Pablo Zuanic maintained a Neutral rating on July 29, 2025. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 52%. Piper Sandler analyst Michael Lavery maintained a Neutral rating and cut the price target from $2 to $1 on April 9, 2025. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 63%. Considering buying TLRY stock? Here’s what analysts think:

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Pursuant to the article L. 233-8 II of the French “Code de Commerce” and the article 223-16 of the French stock-market authorities (Autorité des Marchés Financiers, or “AMF”) General Regulation, Innate Pharma SA (Euronext Paris: IPH; Nasdaq: IPHA) (“Innate” or the “Company”) releases its total number of shares outstanding as well as its voting rights as of December 31, 2025:

(1) The total number of theoretical voting rights (or “gross” voting rights) is used as the basis for calculating the crossing of shareholding thresholds. In accordance with Article 223-11 of the AMF General Regulation, this number is calculated on the basis of all shares to which voting rights are attached, including shares whose voting rights have been suspended. The total number of theoretical voting rights includes voting rights attached to AGAP 2016, i.e. 130 voting rights for the AGAP 2016-1 and 111 voting rights for the AGAP 2016-2. No voting rights attached to AGAP 2017.

(2) The total number of exercisable voting rights (or “net” voting rights) is calculated without taking into account the shares held in treasury by the Company, with suspended voting rights. It is released so as to ensure that the market is adequately informed, in accordance with the recommendation made by the AMF on July 17, 2007.

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Innate Pharma S.A. is a global, clinical-stage biotechnology company developing immunotherapies for cancer patients. Leveraging its expertise on antibody-engineering and innovative target identification, Innate Pharma is developing innovative and differentiated next-generation antibody therapeutics.

Innate Pharma is advancing a portfolio of differentiated potential first and/or best-in-class assets, focused on areas of high unmet medical need, including IPH4502, a differentiated Nectin-4 ADC developed in solid tumors, lacutamab, an anti-KIR3DL2 antibody developed in cutaneous T cell lymphomas and peripheral T cell lymphomas, and monalizumab, an anti-NKG2A antibody developed in collaboration with AstraZeneca in non-small cell lung cancer.

Innate Pharma has established collaborations with leading biopharmaceutical companies, including Sanofi and AstraZeneca, as well as renowned academic and research institutions, to advance innovation in immuno-oncology.

Headquartered in Marseille, France with a US office in Rockville, MD, Innate Pharma is listed on Euronext Paris and Nasdaq in the US.

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San Antonio, Texas--(Newsfile Corp. - January 7, 2026) - HIVE Digital Technologies Ltd. (TSXV: HIVE) (NASDAQ: HIVE) (FSE: YO0) (BVC: HIVECO) (the "Company" or "HIVE"), a diversified global digital infrastructure company, today reported strong December 2025 Bitcoin production results, highlighting exceptional year-over-year growth, continued quarter-over-quarter momentum, and sustained month-over-month operational strength, despite seasonal weather volatility impacting parts of the Northern Hemisphere.

HIVE continues to operate at more than 2% of the global Bitcoin network, underscoring the Company's scale, reliability, and disciplined execution across its globally diversified fleet.

December 2025 Production Highlights

Bitcoin Produced: 306 BTC

+197% increase year-over-year (103 BTC in December 2024), while Bitcoin mining difficulty increased 40% year-over-year for the month of December.

Strong month-over-month (6%) and quarter-over-quarter (23%) growth, reflecting rising hashrate and improved fleet efficiency

Average Daily Production: 9.9 BTC/day

Hashrate: Averaged 23.3 Exahash per Second ("EH/s"), peaking at 24 EH/s

Fleet Efficiency: 17.5 Joules per Terahash

BTC per EH/s: 13.2 BTC

While extreme cold weather across parts of the Northern Hemisphere temporarily impacted peak hashrate availability, HIVE's geographically decentralized operating model-spanning three continents, nine time zones, and five languages-enabled the Company to maintain high uptime, operational resilience, and production consistency.

Full-Year 2025 Performance

For the full calendar year 2025, HIVE produced 2,311 Bitcoin, representing a 31% increase year-over-year from 1,770 Bitcoin in 2024. This growth was achieved despite the Bitcoin halving and sustained all-time highs in global network difficulty (notably the Bitcoin mining annual average difficulty was 46% higher in 2025 compared to 2024), highlighting HIVE's operational leverage and technology leadership.

Expansion and Growth Outlook

HIVE intends to develop an additional 100 megawatts ("MW") of hydroelectric-powered data center capacity at its Yguazú campus in Paraguay, with full commissioning targeted for calendar Q3 2026. Long-lead time substation components have been ordered. The Company will deploy this capacity using a disciplined return-on-invested-capital ("ROIC") framework, optimizing free cash-flow from green-energy powered data centre infrastructure.

Upon completion, HIVE's renewable energy footprint is expected to reach approximately 540 MW, including:

400 MW in Paraguay140 MW across Canada and SwedenManagement Commentary

Frank Holmes, Executive Chairman, stated: "At HIVE, we view Bitcoin as bundled, portable energy. Our green data centers convert surplus hydroelectric power into a globally liquid digital asset that can move instantly, without transmission constraints. Maintaining over 2% of the global Bitcoin network reflects years of disciplined execution. As Bitcoin enters its next cycle and AI compute demand accelerates, our dual-engine model allows us to fund growth organically while maximizing the value of renewable energy."

Aydin Kilic, President & CEO, added: "December's results demonstrate the strength of HIVE's global operating platform. Seasonal weather events reinforce why we believe in decentralization across multiple geographies. Operating daily across nine time zones allows us to optimize uptime, protect margins, and scale efficiently. We are very pleased with the consistent performance and uptime in our Paraguay operations. Our assets generate cash flow today while remaining flexible for tomorrow, positioning HIVE to compound value through 2026 and beyond."

About HIVE Digital Technologies Ltd.

Founded in 2017, HIVE Digital Technologies Ltd. is the first publicly listed company to mine digital assets powered exclusively by green energy. Today, HIVE builds and operates next-generation blockchain and AI data centers across Canada, Sweden, and Paraguay, serving both Bitcoin and high-performance computing (HPC) clients. HIVE's twin-turbo engine infrastructure-driven by Bitcoin mining and GPU-accelerated AI computing-delivers scalable, environmentally responsible solutions for the digital economy.

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Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in such forward looking information include, but are not limited to: the inability to complete the construction of the Paraguay acquisition on an economic and timely basis and achieve the desired operational performance; the possibility of flaws in the implementation of the Paraguay build-out and energization; the ongoing support and cooperation of local authorities and the Government of Paraguay; the volatility of the digital currency market; the Company's ability to successfully mine digital currency; the Company may not be able to profitably liquidate its current digital currency inventory as required, or at all; a material decline in digital currency prices may have a significant negative impact on the Company's operations; the regulatory environment for cryptocurrency in Canada, the United States and the countries where our mining facilities are located; an inability to apply the Company's data centers to HPC/AI opportunities on a profitable basis; a failure to secure long-term contracts associated with HPC/AI customers on terms which are economic or at all; economic dependence on regulated terms of service and electricity rates; the speculative and competitive nature of the technology sector; dependency on continued growth in blockchain and cryptocurrency usage; lawsuits and other legal proceedings and challenges; government regulations; the global economic climate; dilution; future capital needs and uncertainty of additional financing, including the Company's ability to utilize the Company's ATM Program and the prices at which the Company may sell Common Shares in the ATM Program, as well as capital market conditions in general; risks relating to the strategy of maintaining and increasing Bitcoin holdings and the impact of depreciating Bitcoin prices on working capital; the competitive nature of the industry; currency exchange risks; the need for the Company to manage its planned growth and expansion; the need for continued technology change; the ability to maintain reliable and economical sources of power to run its cryptocurrency mining assets; the impact of energy curtailment or regulatory changes in the energy regimes in the jurisdictions in which the Company operates; protection of proprietary rights; the effect of government regulation and compliance on the Company and the industry; network security risks; the ability of the Company to maintain properly working systems; reliance on key personnel; global economic and financial market deterioration impeding access to capital or increasing the cost of capital; share dilution resulting from the ATM Program and from other equity issuances; the construction and operation of facilities may not occur as currently planned, or at all; expansion may not materialize as currently anticipated, or at all; the digital currency market; the ability to successfully mine digital currency; revenue may not increase as currently anticipated, or at all; it may not be possible to profitably liquidate the current digital currency inventory, or at all; a decline in digital currency prices may have a significant negative impact on operations; an increase in network difficulty may have a significant negative impact on operations; the volatility of digital currency prices; the anticipated growth and sustainability of electricity for the purposes of cryptocurrency mining in the applicable jurisdictions; the inability to maintain reliable and economical sources of power for the Company to operate cryptocurrency mining assets; the risks of an increase in the Company's electricity costs, cost of natural gas, changes in currency exchange rates, energy curtailment or regulatory changes in the energy regimes in the jurisdictions in which the Company operates and the adverse impact on the Company's profitability; the ability to complete current and future financings, any regulations or laws that will prevent the Company from operating its business; historical prices of digital currencies and the ability to mine digital currencies that will be consistent with historical prices; an inability to predict and counteract the effects of pandemics on the business of the Company, including but not limited to the effects of pandemics on the price of digital currencies, capital market conditions, restriction on labour and international travel and supply chains; and, the adoption or expansion of any regulation or law that will prevent the Company from operating its business, or make it more costly to do so; and other related risks as more fully set out in the Company's disclosure documents under the Company's filings at www.sec.gov/EDGAR and www.sedarplus.ca.

The forward-looking information in this news release reflects the Company's current expectations, assumptions, and/or beliefs based on information currently available to the Company. In connection with the forward-looking information contained in this news release, the Company has made assumptions about the Company's objectives, goals or future plans, the timing thereof and related matters. The Company has also assumed that no significant events will occur outside of the Company's normal course of business. Although the Company believes that the assumptions inherent in the forward-looking information are reasonable, forward-looking information is not a guarantee of future performance, and accordingly, undue reliance should not be put on such information due to its inherent uncertainty. The Company disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking information, whether because of new information, future events or otherwise, other than as required by law.

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, /PRNewswire/ -- Prokaryotics Inc., a privately-held biopharmaceutical company engaged in the discovery and development of novel anti-infectives, today announced an agreement with Basilea Pharmaceutica Ltd, Allschwil (SIX: BSLN), a commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company committed to meeting the needs of patients with severe bacterial and fungal infections. The collaboration aims to jointly develop a first-in-class broad-spectrum antifungal for the treatment of severe invasive infections.

The collaboration is focused on a program of antifungal molecules with a novel mode of action, addressing the critical unmet need of patients with invasive infections caused by strains of Candida, Aspergillus, and rare molds. The joint efforts aim to deliver a clinical candidate, which will then be further progressed through clinical development by Basilea.

Dr. Terry Roemer, Chief Scientific Officer of Prokaryotics, commented: "We are delighted to collaborate with Basilea on this program with the goal to develop a mechanistically novel class of broad-spectrum antifungals for patients suffering from life-threatening infections. It is estimated that serious fungal infections cause ~1.7 million deaths worldwide annually – a number comparable to deaths caused by tuberculosis or malaria.1,2 The emerging resistance to existing antifungal drugs only exacerbates this threat and underscores the need for new antifungal agents with novel modes of action distinct from current clinically used drugs. This partnership perfectly aligns Prokaryotics' expertise and passion for discovering novel anti-infectives with Basilea's exceptional leadership in advancing novel drugs to the market."

"It is a pleasure to join with Basilea in the development of novel antifungals for the benefit of patients worldwide. Basilea is a worldwide leader in this important therapeutic area which makes them an ideal partner for Prokaryotics", stated Pamela Demain, CEO, Prokaryotics.

Dr. Laurenz Kellenberger, Chief Scientific Officer of Basilea, said: "There remains a significant unmet medical need for safe, effective, and easy to administer antifungals, with activity against priority pathogens. This partnership underscores Basilea's continued commitment to addressing these needs. We look forward to working together, combining Prokaryotics expertise in anti-infective drug discovery and Basilea's capabilities to advance novel drugs to the market."

Under the terms of the agreement, Basilea will make an undisclosed upfront payment, along with near-term milestone payments to Prokaryotics. After selection of a clinical candidate, Basilea would be responsible for the clinical development and global commercialization under an exclusive global license. Under such license, Prokaryotics would be eligible to receive up to USD 48.5 million in development, regulatory, and commercial milestone payments, as well as tiered low single-digit royalties on global net sales.

About Antimicrobial Resistant (AMR) Fungal Pathogens
Recently, the World Health Organization (WHO) emphasized the critical need for mechanistically novel antifungal agents to combat the increasing drug resistance to existing standard-of-care antifungal therapeutics.3 Critical Priority pathogens designated by the WHO include Candida albicans, Candida auris, and Aspergillus fumigatus. Prokaryotics' antifungal programs effectively target these pathogens and an even broader spectrum of rare molds, to which stand-of-care antifungal agents are ineffective.

About Basilea
Basilea is a commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company founded in 2000 and headquartered in Switzerland. Basilea is committed to discovering, developing and commercializing innovative drugs to meet the needs of patients with severe bacterial and fungal infections. Basilea has successfully launched two hospital brands, Cresemba for the treatment of invasive fungal infections and Zevtera for the treatment of bacterial infections. In addition, Basilea has both preclinical and clinical anti-infective assets in their portfolio. Basilea is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (SIX: BSLN). Please visit basilea.com.

About Prokaryotics, Inc.
Prokaryotics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company founded on Merck & Co., Inc. out-licensed antibiotic development assets and internally discovered programs with the promise to treat life-threatening microbial infections caused by multidrug resistant bacteria and fungi. Prokaryotics combines its deep expertise in microbial physiology and medicinal chemistry with collaborative spirit and scientific passion to develop mechanistically novel antibiotics specifically targeting microbial cell wall and cell envelope biogenesis – the fundamental barriers erected by these pathogens to naturally withstand the effects of antibiotic treatment and the human immune system. Prokaryotics believes that such next generation antibiotics are undeniably essential to combat the global threat of antimicrobial resistance. Please visit www.prokaryotics.com

References
1.     Bongomin F, Gago S, Oladele RO, Denning DW. Global and Multi-National Prevalence of Fungal Diseases-Estimate Precision. J Fungi. 2017;3(4):E57. doi: 10.3390/jof3040057.
2.     Kainz K, Bauer MA, Madeo F, Carmona-Gutierrez D. Fungal infections in humans: the silent crisis. Microb Cell. 2020 Jun 1;7(6):143-145. doi: 10.15698/mic2020.06.718.
3.     WHO fungal priority pathogens list to guide research, development and public health action. Geneva: Worth Health Organization; 2022.Licence: CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 IGO.

Contact: Holly Sutterlin
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TAIPEI, Taiwan--(BUSINESS WIRE)--United Microelectronics Corporation (NYSE: UMC; TWSE: 2303) (“UMC”), today reported unaudited net sales for the month of December 2025.

Revenues for December 2025

Period

2025

2024

Y/Y Change

Y/Y (%)

December

19,280,724

18,965,818

314,906

1.66%

Jan.-Dec.

237,553,199

232,302,584

5,250,615

2.26%

(*) All figures in thousands of New Taiwan Dollars (NT$), except for percentages.

(**) All figures are consolidated

Additional information about UMC is available on the web at https://www.umc.com.

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Timothy Morano Jan 07, 2026 05:06

Dogecoin trades at $0.15 after surging past double-bottom formation, outpacing Bitcoin by 2.5% as whale activity surges and technical indicators flash bullish signals.

Dogecoin Outpaces Bitcoin as Double-Bottom Break Ignites Rally Hopes Dogecoin has emerged as an early altseason beneficiary, climbing 3.92% against Bitcoin's 1.44% gain over the past week while breaking free from a months-long double-bottom pattern that technical analysts view as a precursor to sustained upward momentum. The memecoin's recent performance marks a sharp departure from the correlated trading that dominated crypto markets through late 2025.

Whale Money Returns to DOGE Trading activity tells the story of renewed institutional interest. Binance spot data shows Dogecoin's 24-hour volume reaching $175 million, significantly above its 30-day average, while on-chain metrics reveal increased large transactions and active addresses. This whale activity coincides with DOGE trading near the upper edge of its Bollinger Bands at a position of 0.86, indicating strong buying pressure pushing the token toward overbought territory.

The timing aligns with broader altcoin strength as Bitcoin dominance shows signs of wavering. Market participants note that when Bitcoin gains moderate ground while select altcoins surge, it often signals the early stages of an altseason rotation where risk appetite shifts toward smaller-cap tokens.

Technical Picture Points Higher Momentum indicators paint an increasingly bullish picture for DOGE. The MACD histogram reading of 0.0038 suggests strengthening upward momentum, while the 14-period RSI sits at 60.47 in neutral territory, providing room for further gains before reaching overbought levels. More importantly, Dogecoin has reclaimed its 20-day exponential moving average at $0.14 after spending weeks below this key technical level.

The double-bottom formation that sparked the current rally mirrors similar patterns seen during DOGE's explosive 2021 run, when the token surged over 8,000% following comparable technical setups. However, market conditions today differ significantly from the retail-driven mania of three years ago.

Short-term price targets emerge at $0.16, representing the immediate resistance level where previous rallies stalled, followed by a more ambitious target of $0.20 near the 200-day simple moving average. These levels coincide with Fibonacci retracement zones that have historically acted as magnets for DOGE price action.

Skeptics Question Sustainability Not everyone shares the bullish enthusiasm surrounding Dogecoin's recent performance. Crypto analyst Sarah Chen from Digital Asset Research warns that the current rally lacks the fundamental catalysts that drove previous major moves. "We're seeing technical momentum without meaningful adoption or ecosystem development," Chen notes. "DOGE remains heavily dependent on social media sentiment and celebrity endorsements rather than genuine utility."

The concern carries weight given Dogecoin's history of volatile reversals following rapid gains. The token's 52-week range between $0.12 and $0.29 illustrates this boom-bust pattern, with the current $0.15 price sitting closer to yearly lows than highs.

The Trade Setup Bulls seeking exposure should consider entry points near current levels with a stop-loss below $0.12, the critical support zone that aligns with yearly lows and the lower Bollinger Band. This setup offers a favorable 3:1 risk-reward ratio targeting the $0.20 resistance level over the next 4-6 weeks.

Bears, meanwhile, should watch for failure to hold above the $0.14 pivot point, which could trigger a retest of support and invalidate the double-bottom breakout thesis. The Average True Range of $0.01 suggests daily moves of 6-7% remain likely, demanding careful position sizing.

Market Outlook Dogecoin's ability to sustain momentum above $0.15 will largely determine whether this represents a genuine trend change or another false breakout. The token faces a critical test at $0.16 resistance, where previous rallies have stalled and selling pressure typically emerges.

The broader altcoin narrative provides a supportive backdrop, but DOGE must prove it can maintain its Bitcoin-relative strength as other tokens compete for speculative capital. Watch for sustained trading above $0.16 within the next two weeks as confirmation of the bullish thesis.

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Caroline Bishop Jan 07, 2026 05:17

Polkadot climbs to $2.21 while Bitcoin falters, with technical indicators suggesting the interoperability token may have found its footing after months of consolidation.

Polkadot Defies Gravity as Most Altcoins Follow Bitcoin Lower Polkadot is quietly outperforming the broader cryptocurrency market, trading at $2.21 with only a modest 0.23% decline over the past 24 hours while Bitcoin shed 1.1%. The relative strength comes as DOT successfully holds above multiple moving averages for the first time since its dramatic fall from grace in 2024, when the token crashed from its 52-week high of $5.31 to lows near $1.69.

Technical indicators are painting an increasingly bullish picture for the interoperability-focused blockchain. According to data from Binance, DOT's MACD histogram has turned positive at 0.0656, signaling the first sustained bullish momentum since the token began its recovery from December lows. The RSI sits comfortably in neutral territory at 61.12, providing room for further upside without entering overbought conditions.

What's particularly compelling is DOT's position relative to its Bollinger Bands. Trading at 0.90 on the percentage scale, the token is approaching the upper band resistance at $2.29 while maintaining healthy volume of nearly $20 million in 24-hour trading on Binance spot markets alone.

Market Positioning Suggests Accumulation Phase Whale activity analysis reveals an absence of major selling pressure, with large holders maintaining positions rather than distributing into recent strength. This pattern mirrors the accumulation phase seen in early 2023, when institutional players quietly built positions ahead of DOT's eventual rally to multi-year highs.

Several on-chain analysts point to the current setup as reminiscent of previous consolidation periods that preceded significant moves higher. "DOT's ability to hold above the 20-period simple moving average at $1.92 while other altcoins struggle suggests underlying strength," notes a technical analyst at a major crypto trading firm who requested anonymity.

The token's positioning above both its 7-day ($2.16) and 12-day exponential moving average ($2.06) creates what technicians call a "golden cross" formation on shorter timeframes. However, the 200-day moving average at $3.28 still looms as significant resistance, representing a 48% premium to current levels.

Bulls Eye $2.82 Breakout, Bears Point to Macro Headwinds Trading desks are watching the $2.26 level closely as immediate resistance, with a break above potentially targeting the stronger resistance zone around $2.82. That level represents the 38.2% Fibonacci retracement of DOT's decline from its 52-week high, making it a natural profit-taking area for early buyers.

Options flow data suggests market participants are positioning for a move toward $2.50-$2.60 within the next two weeks, though open interest remains relatively light compared to major tokens like Bitcoin and Ethereum.

Yet skeptics warn that DOT's recent strength may be more about technical positioning than fundamental catalysts. The broader altcoin sector faces headwinds from regulatory uncertainty and questions about whether retail interest can sustain another major bull run. "DOT's performance looks impressive in isolation, but we're still operating in a risk-off environment where Bitcoin dominance tends to increase," cautions a portfolio manager at a crypto hedge fund.

Risk-Reward Setup Favors Patient Bulls The current technical setup offers an attractive risk-reward profile for traders willing to be patient. Bulls can enter near current levels with a stop-loss below the $2.11 daily low, targeting initial resistance at $2.26 and extended targets toward $2.82. That represents roughly 27% upside potential against 5% downside risk to the stop level.

More conservative traders might wait for a confirmed break above $2.26 before committing capital, though such a move would likely attract momentum-driven buying and reduce the favorable entry risk-reward ratio.

The key support level remains at $1.65, which has held as both immediate and strong support according to technical analysis. A break below that level would invalidate the bullish thesis and potentially send DOT back toward its 52-week lows.

Critical Juncture Ahead DOT appears to be setting up for a decisive move in the coming weeks, with technical momentum building and key resistance levels within striking distance. The token's ability to outperform during market weakness suggests accumulation by informed participants, though broader crypto market sentiment remains fragile. Watch for a sustained break above $2.26 to confirm the next leg higher, with $2.82 representing the first major target for bulls willing to bet on Polkadot's interoperability narrative gaining renewed traction.

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Terrill Dicki Jan 07, 2026 05:29

LINK trades at $13.72 as technical indicators signal potential breakout while institutional money quietly builds positions behind the scenes.

Chainlink is approaching a make-or-break moment at $14.24 resistance, a level that has rejected three separate rally attempts since December. The cryptocurrency's current struggle occurs against a backdrop of massive whale accumulation, with large holders withdrawing approximately 4.5 million LINK tokens worth $62 million from exchanges this week alone.

The accumulation pattern mirrors late 2025 positioning that preceded LINK's 20% surge in December. Exchange reserves have plummeted to multi-year lows, creating a potential supply squeeze that could amplify any upward price movement. According to CryptoQuant data, this withdrawal activity represents one of the most significant outflows in recent months, suggesting sophisticated investors are positioning for a potential rally.

Current price action shows LINK trading at $13.72, down 1.22% in the past 24 hours but holding above crucial support levels. Binance spot data shows the token maintaining its position above the 20-day simple moving average at $12.76, while the MACD histogram indicates building bullish momentum at 0.2241.

Institutional Momentum Builds Despite Mixed Signals Grayscale's recently launched LINK ETF has attracted $42 million in inflows since its December debut, providing a regulated pathway for institutional exposure. The SEC approval of spot LINK ETFs from both Bitwise and Grayscale represents a significant milestone, though trading volumes remain modest compared to Bitcoin and Ethereum products.

"The ETF launches are creating a new class of institutional demand that wasn't present in previous cycles," notes a senior analyst at a major crypto trading firm who requested anonymity. The analyst points to Chainlink's partnerships with SWIFT, Mastercard, and UBS as fundamental drivers that could support higher valuations.

However, not everyone shares this optimism. Some market participants warn that LINK's high correlation with Ethereum (0.82 over 30 days) makes it vulnerable to broader altcoin weakness. The token's 90-day beta of 1.2 to Bitcoin suggests it could face amplified downside in any crypto market selloff.

Technical Picture Points to Decision Time The RSI at 58.44 sits in neutral territory, neither overbought nor oversold, while LINK trades near the upper Bollinger Band at a 0.91 position. This technical setup suggests the market is coiling for a significant move in either direction.

Key resistance sits at $14.24, the recent intraday high that has capped three rally attempts. A decisive break above this level could target $15.01, where stronger resistance awaits. The MACD crossover and positive histogram readings support the case for upward momentum.

Conversely, bears point to the token's struggle below its 200-day moving average at $17.58 as evidence that the broader downtrend remains intact. Immediate support lies at $11.84, with stronger backing near the 52-week low of $11.61.

Competition Clouds the Oracle Landscape While Chainlink maintains its dominant 68% share of the oracle market with over 2,400 integrations, competitive pressure is intensifying. Pyth Network's 23% market share gain in Q3 2025 demonstrates that alternatives offering lower fees for specific use cases can erode Chainlink's monopolistic position.

The network's staking mechanism now offers a 4.3% annual yield, below Ethereum's 5.1%, potentially limiting its appeal during risk-off periods. Additionally, LINK's circulating supply will reach 750 million tokens by year-end, representing 75% of the maximum supply and adding to potential selling pressure.

The Trade Setup For bulls, a clean break above $14.50 with volume confirmation could trigger a move toward $16, representing nearly 17% upside. Risk-conscious traders might wait for a daily close above resistance before entering, using $13.50 as a stop-loss level.

Bears should watch for failure at current resistance levels, particularly if accompanied by rising open interest without corresponding spot buying. A break below $12.76 support could accelerate selling toward the December low near $11.76.

The risk-reward currently favors patient bulls, given the supply dynamics and institutional developments, though the broader crypto market's direction will likely determine LINK's near-term fate.

Chainlink faces a critical test at $14.24 resistance over the next week, with whale accumulation patterns suggesting a breakout attempt is imminent. A sustained move above $14.50 could confirm the start of a new uptrend, while failure risks extending the current consolidation phase through January.

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Wall Street media CNBC TV is calling XRP the standout crypto trade of 2026, saying its ahead of Bitcoin and Ether in recent market focus.

During a segment after the bell last night, MacKenzie Sigalos, CNBC’s finance and techn correspondent, pointed out that the Ripple-backed token surged more than 20% in one week, overtook BNB, and became the third-largest crypto by market value, as Cryptopolitan previously reported.

MacKenzie said XRP’s rally was not sudden, as the asset had outperformed quietly for months. Even on days when the crypto market was crashing, and it really was, she said it held steady.

CNBC is bullish on XRP because it is targeting banks and cross-border payments MacKenzie said the main use case for XRP is payments, specifically cross-border settlement because Ripple designed the token to be a bridge asset.

MacKenzie said the XRP pitch differs from Bitcoin’s digital gold story and stablecoins tokenized dollars story.

MacKenzie said:-

“XRP is trying to be the exchange layer that moves value between currencies. So money is moving into XRP for three big reasons. First, the regulatory overhang has finally cleared as Ripple has fully wrapped up its SEC fight as of August 2nd. It’s a less crowded trade than Bitcoin or Ether. And third, the flows have held up even during the Q4 dip. Investors kept adding to XRP-focused funds while Bitcoin ETF flows fell with the price.”

Hosts asked how declines in Bitcoin and Ether fit into the trend, pointing to digital asset treasury companies and the risk of forced selling. But MacKenzie said that concern hangs over those assets. She said it makes sense that investors would look for an alternative inside crypto.

MacKenzie also brought up an upcoming decision by MSCI, due in nine days, on whether names like Strategy remain in its indexes. She said that decision could lead to more selling tied to index rules.

MacKenzie believes that XRP offers more upside partly because it starts from a lower base, linking that to activity seen late last year when spot Bitcoin ETFs saw net outflows in the fourth quarter and accumulation in XRP instantly picked up.

CNBC says Solana is also a top performer aside from XRP MacKenzie then said interest has also grown around Solana, placing it alongside XRP as the two most-watched altcoins. She said Solana draws attention through tokenization, including money market funds, not just stablecoins.

Earlier before Wall Street opened, Morgan Stanley announced that it filed an S-1 to launch Bitcoin and Solana ETFs. MacKenzie pointed out that the bank was the first to let advisors suggest spot Bitcoin ETFs and is now expanding product offerings.

Since Bitcoin’s size limits percentage gains, faster blockchains allow easier handling of tokenized assets.

The panel talked about transaction speed and cost as key factors, saying that Ether can offer cheaper transfers in some cases. They also mentioned that some stablecoin transfers on Coinbase’s Base network currently carry no fees.

“For now, many of those stablecoins are transaction free. So the speed is that what’s driving a lot of this, this idea that cost and speed is going to be the 3:11 defining factor for how people gravitate towards certain blockchains,” said MacKenzie.

Other blockchains like Tron were mentioned by the panelists as fast options with different pricing. MacKenzie explained that:-

“But at different costs, though. Different price points. Solana is a lot more cost‑effective than moving money over the Ethereum blockchain at certain times, which is why you’re seeing people diversify away from the big two.”

MacKenzie pointed to Vlad Tenev at Robinhood discussing tokenized equities as well as Brian Armstrong of Coinbase and the company’s push beyond exchange trading.

“Brian Armstrong is part of why the Coinbase trade is doing so well. Goldman Sachs upgrading it to a buy has to do with the fact that they’re diversifying away from just being a cryptocurrency exchange, and they’re getting into, like, ultimately more than just trading,” said MacKenzie.

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CryptoQuant’s head of research has highlighted how the recent high levels of Bitcoin HODLer selling were inflated by internal exchange moves.

Recent Bitcoin Long-Term Holder Selling Hasn’t Been At True Record Levels In a new post on X, CryptoQuant head of research, Julio Moreno, has talked about the recent selloff from the Bitcoin long-term holders (LTHs). The LTHs refer to investors who have been holding onto their coins for a period longer than 155 days. Statistically, the longer an investor keeps their tokens dormant, the less likely they are to sell them at any point. As such, the LTHs with their long holding times are considered to include the resolute hands of the market that are unlikely to part with their coins.

That said, there are times when these diamond hands do take to selling. One major such selloff occurred in November of this year, as the chart shared by Moreno shows.

The trend in the spending done by the BTC LTHs over the past decade | Source: @jjcmoreno on X At the height of the Bitcoin LTH distribution in November, the 30-day sum of spending hit a record high of 1.55 million BTC. The analyst has pointed out, however, that this figure doesn’t tell the entire story.

The value of the LTH distribution doesn’t exclude sources that don’t correspond to economic transactions. For example, internal wallet moves. It turns out that such transfers skewed the market picture notably this time around. “A significant portion of LTH spending was due to exchange internal transactions,” explained Moreno.

According to CryptoQuant data, at least 0.65 million of the “HODLer selling” actually corresponded to internal wallet shuffling from cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase. Thus, the distribution from the group didn’t quite reach the levels that could be considered as new records.

This wasn’t the first time that internal exchange transactions exaggerated LTH selling. As is visible in the chart, there was a sharp spike in Coinbase’s internal transfers of LTH-aged coins back in December 2018 as well.

While adjusting for internal Coinbase shuffling lessens the scale of the latest diamond hand selloff, it doesn’t quite eliminate it. The monthly LTH spending still hit a notable level of 0.9 million BTC at the peak in November.

The only time in the current cycle that the metric exceeded this mark was in December 2024. In fact, as the chart below displays, this selloff was the fifth highest on record.

The LTH spending excluding exchanges | Source: @jjcmoreno on X The record for the highest amount of Bitcoin LTH selling is still maintained by August 2017, which witnessed 1.4 million BTC in movements from the cohort.

BTC Price At the time of writing, Bitcoin is floating around $93,800, up almost 7% in the last seven days.

Looks like the price of the coin has been climbing over the last few days | Source: BTCUSDT on TradingView Featured image from Dall-E, CryptoQuant.com, chart from TradingView.com

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According to Beaconcha.in data and market reports, the Ethereum validator exit queue has shrunk to just 32 ETH, with a wait time of about one minute. That is a steep drop from its mid-September peak of 2.67 million ETH — a fall of almost a hundred percent. Markets often react when locked assets are freed up for sale. Right now, that specific source of immediate selling seems to have faded.

Validator Exit Queue Near Empty The exit mechanism limits how fast validators can stop validating and pull out their full stake. With the queue near zero, there is no backlog waiting to cash out. That reduces one form of nervous selling.

Validators still earn rewards while queued and can face penalties if they act badly, but the bottleneck that once forced slow exits is gone. Reports show the withdrawal process for partial payouts remains separate, and those smaller payouts continue without affecting the full-exit flow.

Source: Validator Queue Entry Queue Hits Fresh Highs Based on reports, the entry queue has climbed to about 1.3 million ETH, its largest level since mid-November. Large operators are sending chunks of ETH into staking. BitMine began staking on Dec. 26 and added 82,560 ETH to the queue on Jan. 3. The firm now lists 659,219 ETH staked, worth roughly $2.1 billion at current prices.

BitMine’s wider holdings stand at just over 4.1 million ETH, representing about 3.4% of the total supply and valued near $13 billion. Those moves add real, measurable demand for staked Ether and help explain why fewer validators appear eager to leave.

ETHUSD now trading at $3,236. Chart: TradingView Exchange Balances And Liquidity Exchange reserves for ETH sit at multi-year lows. That matters because when fewer coins are parked on trading platforms, automatic or panic selling becomes harder to pull off. Traders and analysts point to this as a reason selling pressure is easing.

Some industry figures have been quoted saying the exit queue is “basically empty,” and that selling pressure is drying up as staking outpaces withdrawals. Still, the market can move by other means — derivatives, lending desks, and off-exchange trades can shift exposure without touching the staking queues.

BULLISH: $ETH surpasses Netflix to reclaim its position as the 36th-largest asset by market cap. pic.twitter.com/NetdCcdtSa

— CoinGecko (@coingecko) January 6, 2026

Market Cap Milestone And What It Means Meanwhile, in another development, market watchers also noted that Ethereum has moved past Netflix to be the 36th-largest asset by market cap. That headline grabs attention. It says something about investor focus on blockchain assets right now.

But crossing a market-cap threshold is not the same as a direct reason to buy. Valuation rankings change often, and they can be driven by price moves that are themselves shaped by flows, news, or macro shifts rather than a change in the underlying business.

Featured image from Pexels, chart from TradingView