Bitcoin's price fluctuations could lead to substantial liquidation events on major cryptocurrency exchanges. According to BlockBeats, data from Coinglass indicates that if Bitcoin's value rises above $90,000, the cumulative liquidation intensity of short positions on mainstream exchanges will reach $435 million. Conversely, if Bitcoin falls below $88,000, the cumulative liquidation intensity of long positions will amount to $497 million. BlockBeats notes that the liquidation chart does not precisely display the number of contracts pending liquidation or the exact value of liquidated contracts. Instead, the chart's bars represent the relative importance of each liquidation cluster compared to nearby clusters, indicating intensity. Thus, the chart illustrates the extent to which the target price reaching a certain level will be affected. A higher "liquidation bar" suggests that once the price reaches that point, there will be a stronger reaction due to liquidity waves.

Bitcoin's price is expected to reach $1.5 million, according to former PayPal President David Marcus. According to PANews, Marcus expressed confidence in this prediction, stating, "This is bound to happen."

Ripple has obtained conditional approval from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) for a national trust bank charter, representing a significant milestone for blockchain companies entering the banking industry. According to NS3.AI, this preliminary approval could elevate Ripple's status as a mainstream financial institution and potentially enhance the market value of XRP. However, Ripple must still navigate regulatory challenges, including meeting capital, risk, and governance requirements, before the license can be finalized.

Julius Baer research analyst Carsten Menke stated that the rise in precious metal prices is far more complex than simply a reflection of actual dollar depreciation. He pointed out that it reflects market concerns about Trump's domestic and international political maneuvering, essentially revolving around the potential depreciation risk of the dollar rather than its current weakness. While "depreciation trading" appears to be prevalent again in the precious metals market, this sentiment is virtually absent in other, larger markets, particularly the bond market. The amount of capital required to drive significant fluctuations in gold and silver is relatively limited, making prices easily amplified by sentiment and short-term fund flows. The institution maintains a bullish stance on gold but a neutral view on silver. (Jinshi)

Analyst Chris Turner from ING has highlighted the possibility of an intensified dollar sell-off. According to ChainCatcher, Turner noted that if the dollar index falls below last year's low of 96.2, the currency could experience a further 3% decline. He emphasized the importance of monitoring the dollar's performance ahead of the Federal Reserve meeting, as a pause in interest rate cuts by the Fed could offer some support to the dollar. Additionally, the financial reports from Meta, Microsoft, and Tesla are under scrutiny, with any underperformance potentially serving as another negative factor for the dollar.

Coinbase is taking another step toward turning stablecoins into a core business tool, quietly beginning backend testing of Flipcash’s upcoming USDF token as part of its new “Coinbase Custom Stablecoins” initiative.

ING analyst Chris Turner points out that the dollar sell-off could intensify. If the dollar index breaks below its low of around 96.2 last year, the dollar could fall another 3%. The dollar's performance ahead of the Federal Reserve meeting is crucial; a pause in rate cuts by the Fed could provide some support. However, he emphasizes that any weak rebound and a lower close for the dollar would send a strong bearish signal. Meanwhile, earnings reports from Meta, Microsoft, and Tesla are also under scrutiny; any disappointing results could be another negative factor for the dollar, given that US consumption largely depends on stock market performance. (Jinshi)

Top-tier capital no longer predicts the future, but rather meticulously plans to become the structural foundation of the future itself.

We've fallen into a collective delusion: we need to build not only roads, but more roads, and faster roads, even if there are no cars on them at all.

The global cryptocurrency market cap now stands at $3.01T, up by 0.38% over the last day, according to CoinMarketCap data.Bitcoin (BTC) has been trading between $87,304 and $89,523 over the past 24 hours. As of 09:30 AM (UTC) today, BTC is trading at $89,004, up by 1.16%.Most major cryptocurrencies by market cap are trading mixed. Market outperformers include SOMI, FRAX, and JTO, up by 48%, 25%, and 24%, respectively.Crypto Market Watch – Today:South Korea Proposes Licensing Framework for Crypto ExchangesHong Kong to Propose Legislative Measures for Digital Asset Industry DevelopmentGoldman Sachs Report Highlights Investor Optimism Amid Geopolitical RisksSouth Korea to Mandate Cryptocurrency Disclosure for Homebuyers in Regulated AreasRussia Implements Network-Level Restrictions on Crypto Media SitesSouth Dakota Considers Bitcoin Investment for Public FundsSurvey: U.S. Merchants Increasingly Embrace Cryptocurrency PaymentsCME Group Reports Significant Growth in Cryptocurrency Futures and OptionsBank of Korea Considers Registration System for Virtual Asset IssuanceKGST Stablecoin Expands Digital Finance in KyrgyzstanArizona Senate Committee Advances Cryptocurrency Tax Exemption ProposalMarket movers:ETH: $2994.69 (+2.87%)BNB: $904.77 (+2.47%)XRP: $1.9107 (+1.36%)SOL: $126.41 (+2.23%)TRX: $0.2921 (-0.88%)DOGE: $0.12587 (+3.13%)WLFI: $0.164 (+4.46%)ADA: $0.3576 (+2.32%)WBTC: $88787.97 (+1.12%)BCH: $593.4 (+0.68%)

On January 28, a whale closed a $5.88 million long position in Bitcoin at 16:55, incurring a loss of $28,000. According to BlockBeats, the whale immediately reopened a long position with 40x leverage, acquiring 60.71 BTC at an average price of $88,956.1, currently experiencing a slight unrealized loss. The address is known for its aggressive trading style, frequently switching between long and short positions, and favoring a strategy that capitalizes on market fluctuations.

South Korea's Democratic Party is set to propose legislation mandating stablecoin issuers to hold a minimum capital of 5 billion won, equivalent to $3.6 million. According to NS3.AI, this initiative is part of the broader Digital Asset Basic Act, which is anticipated to be introduced before the Lunar New Year holiday. Discussions within the party continue regarding other regulatory aspects, such as the Bank of Korea's authority and restrictions on major shareholders.

According to Onchain Lens monitoring, Bitmine (@BitMNR) recently staked an additional 62,304 ETH, worth $186 million. Currently, Bitmine has staked a total of 2,328,288 ETH, with a total value of $6.96 billion.

TikTok settled a lawsuit with a 19-year-old who claimed the app caused addiction and mental health issues, just hours before her trial was set to start in Los Angeles. Snap also settled earlier, while cases against Meta and YouTube will continue.

Cryptocurrencies no longer need to prove their worth. What we need to do now is protect the core qualities that initially made them worthy of acceptance.

Tether is projected to generate approximately $15 billion in profit by 2025. How did Tether manage to make so much money?

U.S. dollar-backed stablecoins are emerging as a major threat to traditional banking deposits, with a new analysis from Standard Chartered estimating that as much as $500 billion could be siphoned from U.S. bank coffers by the end of 2028 if current adoption trends continue.

Bitcoin and major cryptocurrencies fell sharply as investors shifted money into gold and silver, which hit record highs during market uncertainty. Dogecoin co-founder Billy Markus mocked the move with a meme, highlighting how many traders mistimed the switch.

Bitcoin is evolving into a self-contained macro asset, decoupling from the crypto market. Protocols that can truly capture fees are consistently outperforming the market; narratives alone are no longer sufficient. Stablecoin infrastructure is becoming the bridge connecting the crypto world to everything else.

South Korean blockchain leader Wemade has brought Chainlink Labs into its Global Alliance for KRW Stablecoins (GAKS), bolstering the technical backbone for Korean won–pegged stablecoins at a time when regulatory clarity in the country remains unresolved.