Author: Kryptonews

Key points:Bitcoin could remain under pressure as the US-EU trade war could create a risk-off environment in the short term.Most major altcoins have turned down from their overhead resistance levels, signaling that the bears remain in command.Bitcoin’s (BTC) pullback is attempting to find support near $92,000, but the bears have kept up the pressure. Several crypto analysts told Cointelegraph that a US-EU trade war could create a risk-off mood in the markets.The uncertainty has boosted gold and silver to a new all-time high, while BTC languishes. However, network economist Timothy Peterson believes that BTC will eventually catch up with gold’s…

Bitcoin faces rising downside risk as macro pressure and weak technicals point to a possible drop toward $80,000 on a rising-wedge breakdown.Bitcoin (BTC) witnessed its lowest Coinbase Premium Gap (CPG) in a year, a sign that US-based investors were applying strong selling pressure relative to global markets.Key takeaways:US selling pressure spiked as the Coinbase Premium Gap hit a one-year low during a market holiday.$80,000 downside risk grows if Bitcoin breaks down from its rising-wedge pattern.Holiday selling a bad omen for BTC priceAs of Monday, Bitcoin’s 30-day average CPG fell to about −63.85, its lowest level since January 2025. That reading…

Bitcoin mining involves verifying transactions and introducing new Bitcoins into circulation. It refers to the process by which miners compete to solve cryptographic puzzles to add new blocks to the Bitcoin network. In this article, we’ll explain the concept of Bitcoin mining, including its history, benefits, risks, and environmental impacts. We’ll also provide insights into how mining works and the costs involved. What is Bitcoin Mining?Bitcoin(BTC) is the pioneer digital currency that leverages blockchain technology for peer-to-peer transactions. Its underlying blockchain follows a proof-of-work (PoW) consensus algorithm, which harnesses the mining process to verify transactions and secure the network. Bitcoin mining is a…

IntroductionThe cryptocurrency landscape is undergoing a significant shift as financial institutions and retail investors take renewed interest in Ethereum. Recently, spot Ethereum ETFs (Exchange-Traded Funds) have recorded over $474 million in net inflows, a surge that outpaces the newly issued supply of ETH by a wide margin. This convergence of capital inflows, along with increasing participation in Ethereum’s staking mechanisms and on-chain activity, suggests a pivot in market dynamics. Notably, large institutional players seem to be positioning themselves aggressively, while many retail investors remain cautiously optimistic or on the sidelines. Could this quiet accumulation by smart money be the beginning…

Key takeawaysBitcoin’s quantum risk centers on exposed public keys and signature security.BTQ’s testnet explores post-quantum signatures in a Bitcoin-like environment.Post-quantum signatures significantly increase transaction size and block space demands.“Old BTC risk” is concentrated in legacy output types and address reuse patterns.BTQ Technologies said it had launched a Bitcoin Quantum testnet on Jan. 12, 2026, a Bitcoin-like network designed to trial post-quantum signatures without touching Bitcoin mainnet governance.The idea is that BTQ would replace Bitcoin’s current signature scheme with ML-DSA, the module-lattice signature standard formalized by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) as Federal Information Processing Standard (FIPS) 204,…

Spot XRP (XRP) exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have continued to attract investor interest, recording inflows every day of last week as transactions surged to a six-month high. Unfortunately, these positive fundamentals didn’t help the bulls hold the price above the psychological $2 support level. How low can XRP price go? Key takeaways:XRP fell below $2 in a 6-day correction as trade war fears from Trump’s Greenland tariff threats triggered market-wide sell-offs.Strong fundamentals, such as $1.28 billion cumulative ETF inflows and a surge in XRP Ledger transactions to a six-month high, failed to lift investor sentiment. XRP price under exchange reserves surgeXRP extended…

Key takeawaysBitcoin mining produces large amounts of heat that are typically treated as waste. In cold regions, this thermal output is now being tested as a useful resource.A pilot project in Manitoba is integrating Bitcoin mining with greenhouse farming, reusing server heat as a supplemental source of agricultural heating.Liquid-cooled mining systems are generally associated with higher and more stable heat capture, making recovered thermal energy suitable for industrial heating applications.Reusing mining heat may lower operating costs for both miners and greenhouse operators by improving energy efficiency and reducing dependence on fossil fuels.Bitcoin (BTC) mining faces criticism for consuming large amounts…

India’s central bank, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), has reportedly proposed an initiative linking BRICS central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) to facilitate cross-border trade and tourism payments. A Reuters report citing two anonymous sources claimed that the recommendation would place the idea of CBDC interoperability on the agenda for the 2026 BRICS summit, which India is scheduled to host.Reuters reported that the proposal, if accepted by the Indian government and BRICS partners, would be the first formal consideration of CBDCs within the bloc, which includes Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa.While the proposal aims to reduce friction and cost…

The New York Stock Exchange is developing a new platform to trade tokenized stocks and exchange-traded funds (ETFs), part of a broader effort to modernize market infrastructure using blockchain-based settlement.On Monday, the NYSE and its parent company, the Intercontinental Exchange (ICE), announced the development of a new platform with 24/7 trading and instant settlement, combining the company’s Pillar matching engine with blockchain-based post-trade systems, including multi-chain support for custody and settlement.Subject to regulatory approval, the platform is intended to underpin a new NYSE trading venue for tokenized securities, including stocks and ETFs issued in digital form.Under the proposal, trades could…

Ether’s (ETH) price had dropped 7% since being rejected from the $3,400 mark last week, falling to key support levels. Data suggested that increased staking demand, coupled with renewed ETF inflows and strong technical support, could lead to a sustained recovery. Key takeaways:Ether queued for staking goes parabolic, with a 44-day wait time.Ethereum institutional demand is recovering along with ETF inflows.ETH bulls must defend the support at $3,100 to set the stage for sustained gains. Ethereum staking demand soars to 30-month highsEthereum’s entry queue has surpassed 2.6 million ETH worth $8.3 billion at current rates, with a 44-day wait time.This marks…