Fourteen industry giants, including Fidelity, a16z, and BlackRock, have made predictions for the crypto market in 2026: 1. BlackRock, in its 2026 Global Market Outlook, stated that as stablecoin adoption increases, the proportion of emerging markets using their own currencies may decline, and stablecoins will challenge government control over domestic currencies. 2. David Duong, Head of Investment Research at Coinbase, stated that demand for privacy tokens will surge due to increased global awareness of digital surveillance, with Ethereum's privacy initiatives and tokens like Zcash and Monero gaining attention. 3. Fidelity stated that more countries will buy Bitcoin in 2026, with Brazil and Kyrgyzstan having passed legislation allowing Bitcoin to be included in their national reserves. 4. Strategy CEO Phong Le also predicted increased national adoption of Bitcoin in 2026. 5. JPMorgan, in its market outlook, stated that although the market value will decrease from $4 trillion in 2025, the crypto industry will remain well-positioned in 2026 due to more relaxed regulations in the United States. Stablecoins are emerging as a distinct force, with digital assets gaining popularity due to increased searches for them as alternatives to the US dollar. 6. a16z predicts that by 2026, AI agents will revolutionize internet payments and banking, enabling instant permissioned payments without invoices or reconciliation. A16z also believes privacy will become the most important moat in the crypto space. 7. DefiLlama stated in a joint report that regulatory transparency has pushed stablecoins into the mainstream. By 2026, other jurisdictions will follow the US Genius Act and the EU MiCA policy, accelerating the emergence of non-US dollar stablecoins. 8. Galaxy Digital predicts that the price of Bitcoin will reach $250,000 by the end of 2027, stablecoin trading volume will surpass the ACH banking system, and the market capitalization of privacy-related tokens will exceed $100 billion by the end of 2026. 9. Matthew Sigel, Head of Digital Asset Research at VanEck, predicts that digital assets will enter a consolidation phase rather than a surge or crash in 2026. He maintains Bitcoin's four-year cycle and recommends clients allocate 1% to 3% of their portfolios to top-tier crypto assets. 10. Katrina Paglia, Chief Legal Officer at Pantera Capital, stated that US crypto policy will shift from uncertainty to enforcement, with the Trump administration's regulatory restart clarifying the industry's direction. The Genius Act establishes a licensing and regulatory framework for payment-based stablecoins. 11. Jeff Ren, co-founder of OKX Ventures, stated that more assets will be on-chain in 2026, including gold, stocks, intellectual property, and even GPUs, aiming to encapsulate risk in an intuitive format for users to hedge. 12. Analysts Anthony Vassallo and Josh Pherigo at Silicon Valley Bank believe that venture capitalists will invest more in institutional-grade crypto products from mature companies in 2026, with corporate adoption of crypto technology accelerating market confidence. 13. 21Shares predicts that the assets under management of crypto spot ETFs will exceed $400 billion by 2026, and these tools have become strategic allocation tools. 14. A TRM Labs report indicates that the crypto industry will enter a more mature and strictly regulated phase. Governments worldwide view blockchain networks as a national security issue, and the divergence between compliant institutional markets and offshore markets will become more pronounced. (DL News)

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New data shows the network is carving out a meaningful role in asset tokenization, an area long dominated by Ethereum. source: https://coindoo.com/solana-challenges-ethereums-lead-in-tokenized-real-world-assets/

A major investor, often referred to as a "Bitcoin whale," has withdrawn an impressive $71 million worth of Bitcoin from the Bitfinex exchange. This movement comes at a time when indicators suggesting increased accumulation of Bitcoin are emerging in the market. Understanding the implications of this transaction could provide valuable insights into potential future trends in the cryptocurrency landscape. Here is a detailed analysis of what this significant withdrawal may signify for investors and the overall market dynamics. source: https://blocknews.com/bitcoin-whale-pulls-71-million-from-bitfinex-as-accumulation-signals-build-here-is-what-it-means/

According to PANews, Nick Tomaino, founder of 1confirmation, shared insights on the X platform regarding the current state of the cryptocurrency market. He noted that the total market capitalization of cryptocurrencies stands at $3.1 trillion, marking a 14% decline over the past year. However, he highlighted that this figure was zero back in 2009, emphasizing the industry's growth. Tomaino suggested that by 2025, the era of effortless gains in the crypto sector will come to an end. He pointed out the failures of venture capital-driven price hikes, meme coins, and DATs. Despite these setbacks, last year marked a significant milestone for the industry, as products not reliant on token speculation, such as Polymarket and stablecoins, outperformed others. Looking ahead, Tomaino stressed the importance of developing and utilizing products that can yield excess returns without relying on speculative tokens. He identified three constants within the crypto industry: the need to recognize the nature of fraudsters, the real macro trends of declining trust in institutions and the growing importance of the internet, and the investment opportunities presented by credible neutral currencies. Tomaino concluded that only two cryptocurrencies possess credible neutrality: Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH).

The new year started with some positivitiy, but will it last? source: https://cryptopotato.com/metaplanet-resumes-btc-accumulation-strategy-and-tether-buy-more-but-bitcoin-ended-2025-in-red-weekly-crypto-recap/

Bitfarms will divest its last South American mining facility, in a $30M sale to Sympatheia Power Fund. source: https://www.cryptopolitan.com/bitfarms-miner-to-exit-latin-america/

Bitget has released its global market recap for the year 2025, which saw global markets endure the most volatile and transformative years in recent history, marked by sharp policy reversals, asset repricing across sectors, and accelerating convergence between traditional finance and digital markets. According to the global crypto exchange, the year was defined less by […] source: https://www.cryptopolitan.com/crypto-reshuffle-dollar-retreat-ai-euphoria-and-precious-metals-headline-bitgets-2025-market-recap/

Nick Tomaino, founder of 1confirmation, stated on the X platform that the current total market capitalization of cryptocurrencies is $3.1 trillion (down 14% in the past year), but in 2009, this figure was zero. For the crypto industry, 2025 signifies the end of the "era of easy money": venture capital pump-and-dump schemes, the failures of Meme Coin and DAT, and the first-ever outperformance of products not relying on token speculation in the cryptocurrency industry last year, such as Polymarket and stablecoins. In the future, to achieve excess returns, it is necessary to develop and use such products. Three things remain constant in the crypto industry: 1. The true nature of fraudsters must be recognized; 2. The macro trend of declining trust in institutions and the increasing importance of the internet is real, and trustworthy neutral currencies offer worthwhile investment opportunities; 3. Only two cryptocurrencies possess trustworthy neutrality: Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH).

On Jan 02, 2026, 15:44 PM(UTC). According to Binance Market Data, BNB has crossed the 880 USDT benchmark and is now trading at 880.159973 USDT, with a narrowed 2.46% increase in 24 hours.

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Iran’s Ministry of Defence Export Center (Mindex) has signaled its readiness to accept cryptocurrency payments for arms exports, including ballistic missiles, warships, and other advanced military hardware — a move analysts say could further undermine Western sanctions aimed at restricting Tehran’s military and financial networks.

OpenAI is combining teams to focus on audio AI and plans to launch a screenless device in about a year. The new model will sound more natural, handle conversations like a human, and reflects a wider industry shift toward voice-first technology.

Trump Media and Technology Group is preparing to distribute a new cryptocurrency to its shareholders, a move that highlights how deeply digital assets have become intertwined with U.S. politics.

The meme token BROCCOLI (714) suddenly spiked from $0.018 to $0.16 on Binance before crashing, likely due to unusual trading activity in its low-liquidity market. A trader named Vida spotted the anomaly, timed his trades around the sudden price moves, and made around $1 million in profit.

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Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has called on governments worldwide to prioritize central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) over privately issued stablecoins, arguing that CBDCs can deliver the same financial benefits as stablecoins — including speed, efficiency, and programmability — without destabalising the whole financial structure of the country.