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As Ethereum (ETH) kicks off the year with a recovery past the critical $3,000 threshold amid a broader cryptocurrency market rally in early 2026, it continues to struggle against a key resistance level at $3,400. Currently, the second-largest cryptocurrency is entering a consolidation phase below this significant mark. Technical analyst Ali Martinez has suggested that should the buying momentum observed in recent weeks persist, Ethereum could soon embark on a new rally that might bring it closer to reaching all-time high levels.  Ethereum Poised For Potential Price Breakout In a recent update shared on social media platform X (formerly Twitter),…

Coinbase has formed an independent advisory board to assess how advances in quantum computing could affect the cryptography used by major blockchain networks, including Bitcoin and Ethereum.In a Wednesday blog post, Coinbase introduced the advisory board formed by experts in quantum computing, cryptography, distributed systems and blockchain security from academia and industry, including senior researchers from major universities, the Ethereum ecosystem and Coinbase.The board will publish public papers assessing the state of quantum computing and its implications for blockchain systems, issue guidance for developers, organizations and users and respond to major advances in quantum technology with independent analysis. Independent quantum…

Within three to five years, billions of artificial intelligence agents that can work without human input will use crypto and stablecoins for everyday payments on behalf of users, says Jeremy Allaire, the CEO of stablecoin issuer Circle.“Three years, five years from now, one can reasonably expect that there will be billions, literally billions of AI agents conducting economic activity in the world on a continuous basis,” Allaire said on Thursday at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.“They need an economic system. They need a financial system. They need a payment system. There is no other alternative, in my view,…

US exchange Nasdaq has filed a rule change with the Securities and Exchange Commission to remove limits on options tied to spot Bitcoin and Ether exchange-traded funds, in a move to align crypto ETF options with rules applied to other commodity-based funds.The proposal, filed on Jan. 7 and made effective on Wednesday, lifts the existing 25,000-contract limits on options linked to a range of Bitcoin (BTC) and Ether (ETH) ETFs listed on Nasdaq, including products from BlackRock, Fidelity, Bitwise, Grayscale, ARK/21Shares and VanEck, according to the filing.The SEC waived its standard 30-day waiting period, allowing the rule change to take…

While the San Francisco 49ers may have blown their chance at a hometown Super Bowl win, that hasn’t stopped the Bay Area from getting into the festivities. On Thursday, the Institute of Contemporary Art San Francisco announced that it will stage a major new public art commission by Jeffrey Gibson. The work—an adaptation of Gibson’s 2022 video installation THIS BURNING WORLD—will be installed on the façade of the former Bloomingdale’s building at San Francisco Centre over the next week, as the city hosts the 2026 edition of the FOG Design+Art Fair. The 433-foot-long vinyl mural spans an entire city block…

Key NotesBitwise’s new BPRO fund maintains minimum 25% gold allocation while actively adjusting Bitcoin, precious metals, and mining stock positions.The 0.96% annual fee undercuts competitor BTGD’s 1.05% expense ratio in the currency debasement hedge category.Partnership with Boston-based Proficio Capital brings $5 billion firm’s expertise to precious metals strategy component. Bitwise Asset Management launched the Bitwise Proficio Currency Debasement ETF on NYSE Arca on Jan. 22. The fund combines Bitcoin BTC $89 422 24h volatility: 0.7% Market cap: $1.79 T Vol. 24h: $41.96 B with gold and other precious metals. It also invests in mining stocks. The fund trades under the…

Ethereum is trying to stabilize above the $3,100 level after failing to break the $3,400 resistance, as the broader crypto market struggles to recover momentum. While bulls managed to defend key support in recent sessions, price action remains fragile and highly reactive, with sellers still showing up on rallies. ETH is stuck in a tight range, and traders are watching closely to see whether this pullback turns into a deeper correction or simply a reset before the next move higher. Related Reading A report from Arab Chain highlights that Binance data is signaling a sensitive phase for Ethereum at the…

Base Network is one of the most active environments for gaming and NFT experimentation. The network is backed by Coinbase and stands out for combining low fees, high throughput, deep liquidity, and direct access to a massive consumer user base. Since you’re exploring the Base network, it is only right that you know the ins and outs of the ecosystem.Hence, this analysis explores the best gaming and NFT projects on Base in 2026, the infrastructure powering them, and why the network is becoming a serious contender in Web3 gaming.What Is the Base Network?The Base Network is a high-performance Ethereum Layer2…

BlackRock’s 2026 Thematic Outlook put Ethereum at the center of its tokenization thesis, asking whether the network could serve as a “toll road.”BlackRock stated that “of tokenized assets 65%+ are on Ethereum.”The framing pushes Ethereum into an infrastructure role rather than a directional call on ETH. A “toll road” model depends on where issuance, settlement and fee payment occur when real-world assets and tokenized cash move onchain. Related ReadingEthereum faces brutal “midlife crisis,” and the Foundation’s response reveals a shocking new realityA new comms lead, an institutions portal, and “Get in touch” CTAs suggest Ethereum thinks perception is becoming adoption.…

While the cryptocurrency market remains gripped by fear due to global volatility, Axie Infinity (AXS) has unexpectedly emerged as a bright spot. The AXS token rebounded sharply, climbing above $2.4 and erasing all losses from last year’s October sell-off.The key question is whether this rally can sustain itself. Multi-dimensional data offers a more objective view for investors.Sponsored SponsoredWhat Is Driving Axie Infinity’s (AXS) Rally in January?Latest data from BeInCrypto Price shows that AXS has surged more than 200% since the start of the year. Daily trading volume has exceeded $1 billion.The rally began after the project’s founder announced a plan…