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Major Reasons Why The XRP Price Could Recover And Surge Again

Crypto analyst Darkfost suggests the XRP price may be poised for a bullish reversal despite current bearish sentiment. Key reasons include negative funding rates on exchanges like Binance, indicating a high level of short positions. Historically, such market consensus often precedes a price reversal as short squeezes can fuel upward momentum. This pattern occurred twice in 2024, leading to rebounds. Additionally, on-chain data from Santiment shows XRP has entered "Extreme Fear" territory among retail traders, which has historically been a rally starter. At the time of writing, XRP is trading around $1.88, down 19% from its recent high.

bitcoinist01/26 17:32

Major Reasons Why The XRP Price Could Recover And Surge Again

bitcoinist01/26 17:32

Double Whammy: Yen's Wild Swings + Government Shutdown, Where's the Bottom for the Crypto Market?

"Crypto Market Plunge: Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana fell sharply, with BTC dropping to $86,090 and ETH to $2,786. The sell-off was driven by two major factors: a sharp appreciation of the Japanese Yen and rising fears of another U.S. government shutdown. The Yen’s surge, potentially due to coordinated intervention by Japan and the U.S., triggered unwinding of JPY carry trades, where investors borrowed cheap Yen to buy risk assets like crypto. This led to forced liquidations. Meanwhile, political tensions increased the probability of a U.S. government shutdown to 82%, stalling crucial crypto market structure legislation and adding regulatory uncertainty. In contrast, gold and silver hit all-time highs, highlighting a flight to traditional safe-haven assets. Analysts suggest key support levels for BTC include $80K, $74K, and $70K, with a break below $50K potentially sparking renewed 'Bitcoin is dead' narratives."

Odaily星球日报01/26 15:58

Double Whammy: Yen's Wild Swings + Government Shutdown, Where's the Bottom for the Crypto Market?

Odaily星球日报01/26 15:58

Gold Surpasses $5,000 First, When Will the Crypto Market Reverse?

The article discusses the outcome of a popular prediction on Polymarket from October last year: "First to $5,000: Gold or ETH?". While Ethereum had once approached $4,800 with high market confidence, gold ultimately surged past $5,100 per ounce on January 26, whereas Ethereum remained stagnant between $2,800 and $3,000. The rise in gold is attributed to macro factors including concerns over U.S. fiscal health, geopolitical tensions, and inflation-driven capital flight toward safe-haven assets. Institutional sentiment has turned strongly bullish, with banks like OCBC and Goldman Sachs raising their gold price targets. Meanwhile, tokenized gold products have seen record investment inflows. In contrast, the crypto market has faced significant outflows, with Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs recording substantial withdrawals. Bitcoin has fallen 30% from its peak, and Ethereum is down around 40%. Analysts like Peter Brandt have turned bearish, citing completed bear channels. However, the article suggests that crypto’s downturn may be temporary—a phase in capital rotation toward safety. Once gold’s momentum slows or macro risks ease, capital may return to deeply oversold crypto assets. Bitcoin shows classic bottoming signals, including peak realized losses, while Ethereum’s high staking ratio reflects long-term confidence. The potential appointment of a crypto-friendly Fed chair could also boost the market. The piece concludes that gold’s rally may have further to go, and crypto investors may need to wait for a rotation signal before a sustained rebound occurs.

marsbit01/26 15:43

Gold Surpasses $5,000 First, When Will the Crypto Market Reverse?

marsbit01/26 15:43

Has Bitcoin found a floor near $86K? ONE BTC indicator says…

Bitcoin's price decline toward $86,000 has weakened market sentiment, with the NUPL (Net Unrealized Profit/Loss) indicator remaining positive—suggesting a market bottom has not yet been reached. Historically, NUPL turning negative signals a cycle low and precedes strong rebounds, but current levels indicate continued selling pressure. Despite some accumulation activity, spot demand remains weak, with recent net outflows from exchanges. Technically, BTC is testing a key demand zone, and a break above the $89,228–$90,180 resistance could trigger a move toward the $93,673–$94,977 fair value gap. Market recovery depends on improved spot inflows and a shift in on-chain momentum.

ambcrypto01/26 14:02

Has Bitcoin found a floor near $86K? ONE BTC indicator says…

ambcrypto01/26 14:02

BNB Under Pressure: With Volume Up 63%, Will Bulls Reload or Bears Take Firmer Control?

The crypto market is experiencing a strengthening bearish tone, with BNB trading at approximately $872.82 after a slight decline. Despite a significant 63.48% surge in trading volume to $2.3 billion, technical indicators suggest bearish control. The MACD is below zero, indicating negative momentum, while the CMF value of -0.23 reflects strong selling pressure. The RSI at 39.94 shows weak momentum with room for further downside. The Bull Bear Power reading of -6.13 confirms bearish dominance. Key support lies at $868.52, with resistance at $876.45. The market observed $3.06 million in liquidations over 24 hours.

TheNewsCrypto01/26 13:28

BNB Under Pressure: With Volume Up 63%, Will Bulls Reload or Bears Take Firmer Control?

TheNewsCrypto01/26 13:28

Crypto Sees Sharp Reversal as $1.73B Leaves Funds Despite Recent Inflows

Cryptocurrency investment funds experienced significant outflows of $1.73 billion in a single week, marking the largest weekly withdrawal since mid-November 2025. Bitcoin led the sell-off with $1.09 billion in outflows, followed by Ethereum with $630 million. The outflows were primarily driven by U.S. investors, who withdrew nearly $1.8 billion. However, Switzerland, Germany, and Canada saw inflows, indicating regional divergence in sentiment. While most major cryptocurrencies faced withdrawals, Solana attracted $17.1 million in new investments. The reversal highlights renewed market uncertainty and caution among investors due to shifting macroeconomic expectations and negative price momentum.

ccn.com01/26 13:23

Crypto Sees Sharp Reversal as $1.73B Leaves Funds Despite Recent Inflows

ccn.com01/26 13:23

$235mln Ethereum whale buying follows $2.8K breakdown – What happens next?

Ethereum broke below the $2.8K support, dropping to $2,787, extending a week of bearish momentum. Despite the decline, large investors seized the opportunity to accumulate. A new wallet bought 61K ETH ($171M) from Binance, while another whale purchased 70K ETH ($203.6M) over five days. Additionally, an institution swapped WBTC for 2,868 ETH. In total, whales accumulated 83,868 ETH worth $235.41 million, signaling strong conviction. Exchange data showed significant outflows, confirming aggressive accumulation. However, panic selling persisted, with some whales selling at a loss. Technical indicators like the MACD and RVI remain bearish, suggesting potential further downside to $2,633, though whale demand could support a rebound to $3,070 if sustained.

ambcrypto01/26 12:01

$235mln Ethereum whale buying follows $2.8K breakdown – What happens next?

ambcrypto01/26 12:01

Is the US Dollar Collapsing? Peter Schiff Issues De-Dollarization Warning as Metals Surge and BRICS Advances

Economist Peter Schiff warns the U.S. dollar is weakening as gold and silver prices surge to record highs, fueling de-dollarization fears. He argues the rally reflects a deteriorating U.S. economy and predicts a major financial crisis in 2026, worse than 2008. While most economists maintain the dollar remains central to global trade, concerns are growing due to the rising influence of the BRICS bloc, which is promoting trade in local currencies and developing a gold-backed digital settlement unit. Analysts note the metals rally may face short-term pullbacks, but central banks bought over 1,100 tons of gold in 2025, the largest increase in 70 years, signaling a gradual shift away from dollar dominance.

ccn.com01/26 11:50

Is the US Dollar Collapsing? Peter Schiff Issues De-Dollarization Warning as Metals Surge and BRICS Advances

ccn.com01/26 11:50

Bitcoin's 'Liquidity Siege'

The article "Bitcoin's 'Liquidity Siege'" analyzes the recent underperformance of Bitcoin and the crypto market amid strong gains in traditional assets like gold, silver, and equities. Key factors driving this trend include: - **Macroeconomic pressures**: Potential U.S. government shutdown risks draining liquidity from markets, as seen in October 2025 when $200B was pulled from circulation. - **Japan's monetary policy shift**: Rising Japanese government bond yields and interest rate hikes are reversing yen carry trades, reducing global liquidity and pressuring risk assets. - **Key data uncertainty**: Investors are cautious ahead of critical events like the Fed's FOMC meeting and Japanese unemployment data, leading to reduced risk exposure. Internally, crypto faces a liquidity crunch: - Bitcoin ETFs are experiencing net outflows, while gold and silver ETFs attract significant inflows, reflecting a shift toward traditional safe havens. - Meme coins (e.g., "Nietzschean Penguin" on Solana) are surging, diverting liquidity from major cryptocurrencies in a speculative "end-of-cycle frenzy." The market remains highly sensitive to geopolitical risks and policy unpredictability, particularly from the Trump administration’s trade threats. With liquidity thinning since Bitcoin’s drop below $110K in October 2025, the author advises caution until macro uncertainties resolve.

marsbit01/26 09:43

Are the Ubiquitous 'Freeloading Members' Due to 'Chinese Users Being Stingy' and 'Having No Habit of Paying'?

The article challenges the common perception that Chinese users' widespread pursuit of "free memberships" for AI services like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini is due to being "stingy" or lacking a payment habit. Instead, it argues that the core issue is misaligned pricing strategies. With ChatGPT Plus costing $20 monthly (around ¥2,000 yearly), the price is equivalent to a few lunches in Silicon Valley but a month's grocery bill for an average white-collar worker in China, creating a significant market vacuum. This demand is filled by grey-market suppliers on platforms like Xianyu, who use methods like regional price arbitrage (e.g., cheaper Turkish subscriptions), educational discounts, or shared accounts to offer affordable access. The author contends this is not purely piracy but a failure of "price discrimination"—companies miss out on potential revenue by not adapting prices to local purchasing power. While services like Netflix and Steam use regional pricing successfully, most AI firms haven't prioritized it due to operational burdens, arbitrage risks, or underestimating the Chinese market. Ironically, these grey markets help educate users, who may convert to paying customers later. The article criticizes domestic AI firms (e.g., Kimi, Tongyi Qianwen) for copying high Silicon Valley prices instead of leveraging home advantage. It suggests they adopt ultra-low pricing (e.g., ¥9.9/month) to eliminate grey markets, capture users, and build loyalty, while pursuing enterprise customers for profitability. Ultimately, the piece urges a shift from VC-focused high pricing to user-centric strategies to tap into China's vast, price-sensitive demand.

marsbit01/26 09:24

Are the Ubiquitous 'Freeloading Members' Due to 'Chinese Users Being Stingy' and 'Having No Habit of Paying'?