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Bitcoin (BTC) is attempting to transition into a phase of “strength” after weeks of range-trading between $90,000 and $86,000. While the technical structure has improved, BTC traders debate whether the move has momentum or risks of becoming a bull trap.Key takeaways:A Bitcoin indicator flipped firmly bullish as BTC reclaimed a position above $90,000. Momentum and channel positioning favor continuation, but near-term overbought risks remain elevated.Onchain accumulation continues to absorb supply, while traders disagree on whether $100,000 marks expansion or exhaustion.BTC market signals “risk-on” tilt as BTC presses resistanceAccording to Bitcoin researcher Axel Adler Jr, BTC’s structure shift indicator, a composite…

As the cryptocurrency market continues to mature, more and more investors are no longer satisfied with simply waiting for asset appreciation. Instead, they want their digital assets to generate stable cash flow while being held. For XRP holders, CryptoEasily offers an innovative way to achieve passive income without selling XRP, enabling a continuous stream of cash flow.From waiting for price appreciation to assets actively generating incomeIn the past, crypto assets like XRP primarily relied on a buy-low-sell-high strategy to generate profits. However, this approach is highly dependent on market conditions, carrying significant risk and instability. As market cycles lengthen, long-term…

Crypto violence is rising across the world but Western Europe and APAC are seeing the biggest increases. North America, on the other hand, remains comparatively safer. Physical attacks on crypto users, also called “wrench attacks,” have been increasing over time. The incidents are also becoming more violent on average. But Dragonfly partner Haseeb Qureshi found the recent uptick in violence per user is similar to that of 2021 levels but remains well below pre-2019 risk. Crypto Wealth and Violence In a detailed tweet, Qureshi, who referenced Bitcoin developer Jameson Lopp’s long-running database, revealed that the number of recorded attacks has…

Grayscale has declared a staking rewards distribution for its Ethereum Staking exchange-traded fund (ETF), the first time a US-listed spot crypto exchange-traded product (ETP) has scheduled a payout tied to onchain staking activity.Grayscale Ethereum Trust ETF (ETHE) shareholders will receive about $0.08 per share from proceeds of the sale of staking rewards, with the payout scheduled for Tuesday based on holdings recorded at market close on Monday.Grayscale activated staking for its Ethereum products on Oct. 6, with staking conducted through institutional custodians and third-party validator providers. The move made ETHE and Grayscale Ethereum Mini Trust ETF (ETH) the first US-listed spot…

The Louvre Museum in Paris reopened to the public on Monday after a three-hour delay, though several areas remained closed as staff resumed strike action over pay, working conditions, and staffing levels. According to Reuters, museum workers met earlier in the day to decide whether to restart a rolling strike that began last month and was paused on December 19 ahead of the Christmas holiday. The renewed action follows ongoing disputes between unions and museum management. The Louvre, the world’s most visited museum, has faced a series of challenges in recent months. In October, four burglars stole jewels valued at approximately…

Key Takeaways Crypto.com has received conditional approval from the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority for its Virtual Asset Service Provider license. The milestone follows their previous VASP registration in 2022. Share this article Crypto.com has obtained conditional approval to operate as a Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) in the Cayman Islands, according to a Monday announcement. The license will enable the exchange to broaden its institutional offerings in the market.The Cayman Islands introduced registration requirements for crypto firms in 2020, and Crypto.com completed that process in 2022.In April 2025, a stricter licensing regime for custodians and trading platforms came into full…

Several of the largest financial industry associations in China have reportedly signaled that the country’s regulators could crack down on Real-World Asset (RWA) tokenization.According to a notice shared by Wu Blockchain on Monday, the Asset Management Association of China, National Internet Finance Association of China, the China Banking Association, the Securities Association of China, the China Futures Association, the China Association for Public Companies, and the China Payment Clearing Association will no longer consider RWAs as “new technology” subject to regulatory clarification but rather as a “risky” business model. The association listed RWAs, stablecoins, ”air coins,” a term for tokens…

After sharp volatility in December, the crypto market saw a clear pullback in the first week of 2026. While Bitcoin, XRP, and Dogecoin posted technical corrections, some investors continued to explore cloud mining platforms such as NAP Hash as an alternative income approach.Factors Behind Investor Interest in NAP Hash’s Cloud Mining During Market VolatilityAs crypto market swings intensify, NAP Hash has gained attention for its fully automated cloud mining model, which allows users to participate without active trading or technical setup. Earnings are settled on a daily basis according to platform terms.The company states that its mining operations span multiple…

BNB extended recent gains over the last 24-hour period up 1.7% and trading around $906.Price action over the period reflected steady demand rather than a straight breakout, according to CoinDesk Research’s technical analysis data model. BNB posted a sequence of higher lows and spent much of the period consolidating between the high-$890s and low-$900s.Trading volume expanded during the push through $900, then eased as the price probed higher levels, suggesting buyers were less aggressive near resistance.Technically, BNB remains compressed between two well-defined boundaries. Rising support from December’s lows continues to underpin the price, while a descending resistance zone near $910…

Bitcoin (BTC) hit new 2026 highs on Monday’s Wall Street open amid concerns over thin market liquidity.Key points:Bitcoin joins stocks and gold with early-year gains as geopolitics rewards asset holders.BTC price analysis sees a “clear-cut breakout” over the next week.Concerns over a lack of market engagement form the basis for bearish prognoses.Bitcoin seeks new monthly highs on VenezuelaData from TradingView confirmed a new year-to-date BTC price peak of $94,026 on Bitstamp. BTC/USD one-hour chart. Source: Cointelegraph/TradingViewUS stocks gained at the start of the week, continuing a positive reaction to the US operation in Venezuela.Both the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite…