Bitcoin Rebounds Strongly 

Bitcoin climbed roughly 5% this week, trading near the $68,000 level, signaling renewed bullish momentum and stronger investor confidence.

Major Spot ETF Inflows 

U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded over $500 million in net inflows in a single day, marking one of the strongest institutional accumulation days in recent weeks.

Broad Altcoin Recovery 

Major altcoins, including Ethereum, XRP, and Cardano, posted solid gains alongside Bitcoin, reflecting improved overall market sentiment.

Growing Institutional Interest in XRP

Improved Market Sentiment 

Following positive macroeconomic signals this week, Bitcoin and Ethereum each gained around 3% in a single day, helping ease recent market uncertainty

Fuentes

• https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/cryptocurrency/crypto-market-rebounds-as-bitcoin-jumps-5-trades-near-68k-on-strong-etf-inflows/articleshow/128806994.cms
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Strategy Adds $75M in Bitcoin Despite Market Volatility 

Michael Saylor’s Strategy purchased 855 BTC for $75.3 million just ahead of last week’s market drop. The company now holds 713,502 BTC at an average price of $76,052, close to the current BTC price (~$77,000), reinforcing its long-term conviction.

Pi Network Gains Momentum with EU-Ready Filing 

Pi Network published a MiCA-compliant crypto filing that signals readiness for regulated trading across the European Union — and the PI token saw a price uptick in response as investor confidence grew. 

MegaETH Launch Backed by Ethereum Founder Vitalik Buterin 

The new blockchain project MegaETH — designed for hyper-fast transactions — is set to launch in February and has drawn strong backing from influential investors, marking a positive development in infrastructure expansion. 

Robinhood CEO Predicts Prediction Market Boom; Traders Shift Toward $MAXI 

Ethereum Faces Billion-Dollar Sell Pressure as Major Fund Deleverages 

Ethereum is under heavy sell pressure as Trend Research, led by Jack Yi, unwinds a massive leveraged position built on Aave. The fund has already sold over 112,000 ETH, cutting its holdings to 488,172 ETH (~$1.05B) as falling prices push unrealized losses to $862M. With liquidation risk rising in thin liquidity, markets are closely watching for potential cascade effects if ETH continues to slide.

Sources

• https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/02/02/michael-saylor-s-strategy-added-usd75-million-in-bitcoin-to-holdings-prior-to-last-week-s-crash
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• https://www.newsbtc.com/news/robinhood-ceo-predicts-boom-in-predictions-maxi-benefits/
• https://cryptoslate.com/trend-research-has-already-dumped-112828-eth-and-the-next-aave-threshold-could-turn-this-unwind-ugly/ 

U.S. Senate Committee Advances Major Crypto Framework 

A key crypto market-structure bill cleared the Senate Agriculture Committee, giving the industry’s long-awaited regulatory framework its first real legislative push forward — a step toward legal certainty for digital assets. 

U.S. Regulators Poised to Roll Out Growth-Friendly Crypto Rules 

Top regulators from the SEC and CFTC say they’re ready to publish crypto regulations designed to foster innovation and stability — signaling clearer rules and a more supportive environment for crypto products. 

Crypto PAC Fairshake Raises $193 M Ahead of 2026 U.S. Midterms

The largest crypto-backed political action committee, Fairshake, reported holding $193 million in cash to support pro-crypto candidates and influence upcoming U.S. midterm elections — signaling record political engagement from the industry with major contributions from Coinbase, Ripple, and a16z. 

Pro-Crypto PAC Raises a Record War Chest for 2026

Institutional Activity & New Bitcoin Whale Accumulation 

New data shows institutional holders increasing Bitcoin holdings and a big life insurer filing to offer a Bitcoin-linked annuity, pointing to renewed confidence from large players despite recent volatility. 

Sources

• https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/boards-policy-regulation/crypto-bill-advances-us-senate-faces-obstacles-2026-01-29/
• https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/boards-policy-regulation/white-house-set-meet-with-banks-crypto-companies-legislation-clash-2026-01-28/
• https://cointelegraph.com/news/crypto-pac-fairshake-contributions-us-midterms
• https://cointelegraph.com/news/crypto-pac-fairshake-contributions-us-midterms
• https://calebandbrown.com/blog/weekly-rollup-january-27-2026/ 

Crypto Pulse: Power, Privacy & Bitcoin 

Bitcoin surged above $92,000 as political tension between Donald Trump and Fed Chair Jerome Powell boosted safe-haven demand, sending privacy coins like Monero sharply higher. Meanwhile, Tether froze $182M in USDT and Strategy made its biggest BTC buy in six months. Watch the signals — the next move is forming.

Grayscale Eyes the Next Cycle: AI, DeFi & Consumer Tokens 

Grayscale added 27 tokens across AI, DeFi, and consumer sectors to its asset consideration list for future products. No launches are guaranteed, but it clearly signals where institutional interest is heading in 2026. Watch these sectors — they may define the next crypto cycle.

Ripple Expands in Europe with Luxembourg License Boost 

Ripple secured preliminary EMI license approval in Luxembourg, strengthening its push to scale regulated crypto and stablecoin payments across the EU. The green light from Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier follows Ripple’s recent authorization by the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority, signaling growing regulatory momentum in Europe. Why it matters: compliant crypto payments are moving from pilot to scale — Europe is leading the way

JPMorgan: Institutions to Drive Crypto Inflows in 2026 

Bank of America Warns of Stablecoin Deposit Shift 

The CEO of Bank of America warned that up to $6 trillion in bank deposits could move into stablecoins if they are allowed to pay interest, potentially weakening bank lending. U.S. lawmakers are weighing rules to ban passive yield while allowing activity-based rewards. Key takeaway: stablecoin regulation could reshape the U.S. financial system.

Sources

• https://www.theblock.co/post/385148/the-daily-bitcoin-privacy-coins-gain-trump-powell-conflict-escalates-tether-freezes-182m-usdt-strategy-makes-biggest-buy-six-months-more
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• https://www.theblock.co/post/385670/jpmorgan-crypto-inflows-2026-record-130-billion-2025
• https://www.theblock.co/post/385724/bank-of-america-ceo-stablecoin-yields  

Visa Goes All-In on Stablecoins 

Visa has launched a global Stablecoins Advisory Practice to help banks, merchants and fintechs design and deploy stablecoin-based payment solutions, signaling that onchain dollars are now a core part of global payments. The move builds on years of quiet infrastructure work, including 130+ stablecoin-linked card programs across 40+ countries and billions in annualized USDC settlement volume, as stablecoins shift from experiment to mainstream payment rail.

RedotPay Raises $107M to Scale Stablecoin Payments 

RedotPay raised $107 million in a Series B to expand its stablecoin payments platform. The company reports $10B+ in annualized payment volume, 6 million users, and profitable operations, with the new funding aimed at scaling infrastructure, compliance, and global partnerships.

India Approves Coinbase Investment in CoinDCX 

India’s antitrust regulator has approved Coinbase’s acquisition of a minority stake in CoinDCX, clearing a key regulatory hurdle as Coinbase expands its presence in India and the Middle East. While the investment size wasn’t disclosed, CoinDCX previously said the deal valued the exchange at $2.45 billion, strengthening Coinbase’s long-term strategy in one of the world’s fastest-growing crypto markets.

XRP and Solana Lead the ETF Shift in 2025 

Bitcoin Could Reach $143,000 Next Year, Citi Says 

Citi forecasts that Bitcoin could climb to $143,000 over the next 12 months, driven by continued ETF adoption and a more supportive U.S. regulatory environment. The bank sees upside potential above $189,000 in a bullish scenario, while a weaker macro backdrop could push prices down toward $78,500.

Sources

• https://cointelegraph.com/news/visa-creates-stablecoin-advisory-team-as-onchain-dollars-go-mainstream
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• https://bitcoinmagazine.com/markets/bitcoin-price-will-hit-143000-says-citi 

1. Circle and Bybit Expand USDC Partnership as Stablecoin Nears $80B  

Circle and Bybit have strengthened their strategic partnership to boost USDC’s liquidity and adoption across Bybit’s global ecosystem. With USDC nearing a $80 billion market cap, Bybit plans deeper integration of the stablecoin across spot, derivatives, payments, and cross-chain support — all within a transparent, compliant framework. USDC is already embedded throughout Bybit’s platform, and this expanded collaboration aims to deliver faster settlements, better liquidity, and broader utility for users worldwide.

2. New “AfterDark” ETF Bets Bitcoin’s Best Gains Happen Overnight 

Tidal Trust has filed for a new ETF that only holds Bitcoin during after-hours trading, aiming to capture BTC’s overnight price gains. The proposed Nicholas Bitcoin and Treasuries AfterDark ETF would buy BTC at the U.S. market close and sell at the next market open, shifting funds into Treasuries and cash equivalents during the day to reduce volatility exposure. ETF analyst Eric Balchunas noted that “most of Bitcoin’s gains happen after hours,” suggesting the fund could deliver stronger returns. The filing is still pending SEC approval.

3. Japan Plans Major Regulatory Shift as Crypto Moves Under Securities Law 

Japan is preparing a significant overhaul of its crypto rules by moving oversight from the Payment Services Act to the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act — the country’s main securities framework. The FSA’s new report argues that crypto should be treated as a financial investment product, proposing stricter disclosure requirements for IEOs and tougher action against unregistered platforms. Regulators say the shift is necessary as crypto is increasingly used for investment both in Japan and globally.

4. Gemini Jumps 14% After Securing US License to Launch Prediction Markets 

5. Xiaomi to Pre-Install Sei Wallet on Millions of Phones Worldwide 

Xiaomi will pre-install a Sei blockchain wallet and crypto app on all smartphones sold outside China and the U.S., giving Sei instant distribution across Europe, LATAM, Southeast Asia and Africa. The app will support MPC security, access to top crypto dApps and peer-to-peer/merchant payments. Both companies also plan to enable stablecoin payments — including USDC — for Xiaomi products like phones and EVs starting in Hong Kong and the EU by mid-2026.

Sources

• https://cointelegraph.com/news/bybit-partners-circle-usdc-supply-nears-80-billion
• https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-afterdark-etf-overnight-market-hours
• https://cointelegraph.com/news/japan-rewrites-crypto-rules-investment-not-payment-tool
• https://cointelegraph.com/news/gemini-nabs-us-license-offer-prediction-markets
• https://cointelegraph.com/news/xiaomi-pre-install-sei-crypto-wallet-smartphones

1. Forward Strengthens Strategy After 40% Drop in Solana Treasury Value 

Forward Industries has hired former ParaFi Capital executive Ryan Navi as its new CIO to help refine strategy and boost long-term value after the firm’s massive Solana treasury lost more than 40% of its value in under three months.

2. Taurus Partners With Everstake to Boost Institutional Staking

Taurus integrated Everstake’s validators into its custody platform, giving banks secure, compliant staking access to Solana, NEAR, Cardano, and Tezos without giving up asset control. The partnership strengthens Taurus’ institutional offering as it expands in the U.S.

3. XRP Breaks Key Resistance as Traders Target the $2.33–$2.40 Zone 

XRP pushed cleanly above the $2.197 resistance, signaling renewed bullish momentum supported by institutional buying and stronger market sentiment. A strong defense of the $2.17–$2.20 range shows solid demand, and holding above $2.204 remains essential for further upside. If XRP clears $2.22 with conviction, traders are eyeing the next target zone at $2.33–$2.40 as the bullish structure continues to build.

4. AlphaTON Bets $420.69M on TON and Telegram’s AI Ecosystem 

5. ETH Signals a 170% Breakout as It Repeats Its 2021 Bull Pattern 

Ether has broken a five-month downtrend against Bitcoin, repeating the same setup that triggered a 170% surge in 2021. Analysts say ETH is bouncing from the exact support that launched its last major rally, with targets near $3,700 and a potential run toward long-term BTC highs if momentum holds. Bitcoin nearing $100K could fuel the move even further.

Sources

• https://www.theblock.co/post/380949/largest-solana-treasury-parafi-capital-exec
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• https://cointelegraph.com/news/ether-vs-bitcoin-170-gains-eth-price-breaks-5-month-downtrend

Coinbase Reopens Token Sales to U.S. Users With New Global Launchpad 

Coinbase has launched a new public token sales platform, restoring U.S. access to ICO-style offerings for the first time since 2018. Monad will be the first project to debut, selling 7.5% of its 100B MON supply on Nov. 17 at $0.025 per token. The DTCC also listed five spot XRP ETFs, marking another step toward deeper institutional adoption. Markets opened the week strong as U.S. lawmakers moved to end the 40-day government shutdown.

Brazil Extends Financial Regulations to Crypto Providers 

Brazil’s central bank has introduced new rules requiring crypto service providers to obtain official authorization and comply with traditional financial sector standards, including governance, security, and anti–money laundering measures. The framework, taking effect in February with a nine-month grace period, also brings stablecoin transactions and cross-border crypto transfers under foreign exchange rules, capping operations at $100,000 when the counterparty is not authorized.

Visa Pilots Fiat-Funded Stablecoin Payouts in the U.S. 

Visa launched a new pilot in the U.S. that lets businesses send payouts in stablecoins—such as USDC—to users’ crypto wallets, even when funded with traditional fiat accounts. The service, powered by Visa Direct, aims to deliver faster global payments and will expand in 2026. Targeted at international businesses and gig-economy platforms, the move builds on Visa’s broader stablecoin strategy as U.S. regulations gain clarity under the new GENIUS Act.

First XRP Spot ETF Debuts in the U.S. With Canary Capital’s XRPC 

Canary to Pause New Crypto ETF Filings as It Awaits SEC Shifts 

Canary Capital plans to pause new crypto ETF filings for the rest of the year, saying it has already submitted applications for every asset that qualifies under the SEC’s generic listing standards. The firm will now focus on managing recent products, including its newly launched XRP spot ETF — which opened with $58 million in trading volume — and an upcoming Solana ETF. CEO Steve McClurg said future filings will depend on regulatory changes, as only a small number of assets currently meet SEC requirements, such as having a futures market active for at least six months.

Sources

https://www.theblock.co/post/378238/the-daily-coinbase-launches-public-token-sales-platform-monad-unveils-tokenomics-dtcc-lists-five-spot-xrp-etfs-and-more

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https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2025/11/14/canary-likely-to-hit-pause-on-etf-filings-with-xrp-eyes-sec-shift-for-what-s-next

Solana, Litecoin & Hedera ETFs Launching Tuesday 

Bloomberg analyst Eric Balchunas reports that U.S. exchanges have listed Bitwise’s Solana ETF and Canary’s Litecoin and Hedera funds, all set to launch Tuesday. He also noted that Grayscale’s Solana Trust is expected to convert into an ETF the next day, marking another major step in expanding crypto-based investment options.

Visa to Add Four Stablecoins Across Four Blockchains 

Visa will support four stablecoins on four different blockchains to enhance global payments and transfers. CEO Ryan McInerney said stablecoin-linked Visa card spending quadrupled last quarter, driven by growing adoption and clearer U.S. regulations around dollar-pegged tokens.

France’s $48B Bitcoin Move Could Ignite an EU Crypto Shift 

France is considering allocating $48 billion — about 2% of its reserves — to Bitcoin, challenging the EU’s digital euro plans. The proposal, led by lawmaker Éric Ciotti, aims to boost financial sovereignty and make France the first major European economy to hold BTC in its national reserves, potentially sparking a new wave of institutional crypto adoption.

Bitwise: Investing in Solana Offers “Two Ways to Win” 

Matt Hougan, Chief Investment Officer at Bitwise, says Solana has strong potential to capture a larger share of the stablecoin and tokenization markets. Hougan described Solana as an investment with “two ways to win” — benefiting from the overall growth of these markets and from Solana’s expanding market share. He added that these technologies could grow tenfold in the coming years.

Tokenized Assets Set to Hit $2 Trillion by 2028 

Standard Chartered forecasts the tokenized real-world asset market to jump from $35 billion to $2 trillion by 2028, led by money market funds and listed equities. The bank credits stablecoins for enabling this growth, with Ethereum expected to host most activity as traditional finance increasingly moves on-chain.

Sources

https://cointelegraph.com/news/crypto-solana-litecoin-hedera-etfs-launch

https://www.theblock.co/post/376682/visa-adding-support-for-four-stablecoins-on-four-unique-blockchains-as-spend-quadrupled-last-quarter

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https://www.cointribune.com/en/tokenized-real-world-assets-projected-to-hit-2-trillion-by-2028/