Barclays calls 2026 a slow, transitional year for crypto as retail spot trading fades, Coinbase’s outlook is cut, and tokenization plus U.S. regulation stay long-term plays. Summary Barclays says weakening retail participation and falling spot volumes could make 2026 a down year for crypto exchanges and trading platforms. The bank trims its Coinbase target as…
Spanish and Danish police dismantle a cross-border gang that kidnapped and killed a crypto holder, underscoring the rise of violent ‘wrench attacks.’ Summary Spanish and Danish authorities arrested suspects after a Málaga couple was abducted for access to their crypto wallets, leaving the male victim dead. Raids in Madrid and Málaga seized weapons, blood-stained clothes,…
Crypto prices today traded lower as risk appetite weakened across global markets, with Bitcoin and major altcoins drifting amid rising liquidations and fragile liquidity. Summary Crypto prices today are in the red as weak sentiment, rising liquidations, and thin liquidity pressured the market. Bitcoin remains range-bound, with traders wary of macro risks and a potential…
Analysts warn that falling Bitcoin exchange activity could make prices more fragile, even without heavy selling pressure. Summary Bitcoin exchange flows have dropped, reducing internal market liquidity and increasing sensitivity to sudden trades. Analysts say thin order books and elevated leverage raise the risk of sharp, unstable price moves. Derivatives data shows a reset in…
Coinbase sets surprise product launch, solo Bitcoin miner beats 30,000-to-1 odds, Tether eyes Juventus purchase | Weekly Recap
Bitcoin price remained under intense pressure this weekend, and may be at risk of a deeper dive, potentially to $75,000 ahead of the Bank of Japan interest rate decision. Summary Bitcoin price could be on the verge of a strong bearish breakout. Odds of BoJ rate hike have jumped to 98% this week. Technical analysis…
CryptoQuant’s Spot Taker CVD shows Bitcoin buyers regaining control in deep loss zones, hinting at spot-led accumulation and a potential end to the correction. Summary CryptoQuant’s Spot Taker CVD has shifted into Taker Buy Dominant mode, showing aggressive market buys now outweigh aggressive sells on spot exchanges. The flip comes as BTC sits in deep…
Bitcoin’s growing correlation with AI stocks and credit leaves it exposed to an AI bubble unwind, but future easing could reignite BTC as liquidity returns. Summary Bitcoin’s correlation with Nvidia, Oracle and the Nasdaq has risen, making BTC vulnerable to any sharp AI-led risk-off move and credit repricing. Central banks and the IMF warn that…
World App adds encrypted chat, virtual accounts, and support for 100+ crypto assets, merging verified identity with global payments in one “super app.” Summary World App now supports encrypted chat where verified humans appear as blue bubbles, enhancing privacy and anti-bot protections. New virtual accounts let users receive salaries or bank transfers and convert funds…
Two Bitcoin wallets linked by analysts to Silk Road-era activity moved a substantial amount of cryptocurrency in May, with follow-up activity on Dec. 10 adding to a pattern of dormant supply movements, according to blockchain tracking data. Summary Two long-dormant Bitcoin wallets tied by analysts to Silk Road–era activity moved more than 3,400 BTC in…
