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Ethereum (ETH) has extended its weekly losses to nearly 10% thanks to a bearish technical setup and fading risk appetite across digital assets. Nonetheless, artificial intelligence (AI) predicts that the second-largest cryptocurrency by market cap is going to pull back before the end of the month. More specifically, OpenAI’s flagship large language model, ChatGPT, suggests that under a base-case scenario, which entails no surprising market shocks and steady adoption, Ethereum could trade around $3,400 by February 1. The projection implies a 17% upside from the current Ethereum price of approximately $2,905 and would place the asset back within striking distance…

During his trip to Davos for the World Economic Forum, Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong shared that a top executive at one of the world’s 10 largest banks told him that crypto is now their “number one priority” — and that they view it as “existential.” Armstrong’s post, shared on X, highlighted a shift in how legacy financial institutions are engaging with crypto. The remark underscores the growing urgency among traditional banks to adapt to crypto infrastructure, particularly as global regulators move closer to establishing clearer rules for digital assets. Just wrapped up our week in Davos. I don’t love wearing…

A man has been arrested in Uzbekistan for illegally moving well over a million U.S. dollars’ worth of money through global cryptocurrency exchanges. While coin transactions are not prohibited in the Central Asian nation, trading platforms need government approval to operate in its jurisdiction. Uzbekistani trader to be prosecuted for using major crypto exchanges Uzbekistan’s Law enforcement agencies have detained a resident of the city of Andijan, in the southeastern Bukhara region, accused of illegal trading of digital assets “on an especially large scale.” According to a press release issued by the Ministry of Internal Affairs, the citizen has conducted…

Reading between lines: Stagnant crypto prices stem from “OG” whales exiting and speculative capital rotating into commodities. Long-time holders are selling large amounts of bitcoin and ether due to emerging concerns over quantum computing threats. Speculative money has shifted so aggressively that silver is currently trading with the volatility of a memecoin. Historical data suggests the market needs three to four months to flush leverage, a cycle that began in October. What comes next: Artificial intelligence and “task-specific agents” are poised to transform Ethereum into a fully autonomous machine economy. The new ERC-8004 protocol enables trustless agentic activity, allowing digital…

China US trade tensions escalated again after Beijing openly criticized Washington’s tariff threats targeting Europe. The remarks followed comments linked to Greenland’s strategic importance. Chinese officials warned that trade coercion would destabilize global markets and undermine cooperation. The sharp response signals rising geopolitical friction beyond bilateral disputes. The latest dispute adds another layer to already fragile global trade relations. The US tariff threat aimed at Europe triggered concerns across Asia and Europe. China framed the move as unilateral pressure that damages international norms. Officials urged major economies to avoid weaponizing trade policy. Greenland geopolitics now sits at the center of…

The US crypto market structure bill, known as the CLARITY Act, has exposed a growing split inside the crypto industry. While Coinbase withdrew support after recent Senate amendments, Ripple has publicly backed the bill and urged lawmakers to move forward. The divergence highlights how the same regulatory framework can produce very different winners and losers, depending on a company’s business model and strategic direction. 🚨NEW: Some of the crypto industry’s leading firms and trade associations are coming out in support of the @BankingGOP’s market structure bill this evening after Coinbase came out against it. So far, we’ve seen endorsements from…

Ethereum (ETH) is trading around $2,900, down 1% over the last 24 hours and more than 10% weekly. Several days ago, ETH fell below the $3,000 level and recently tested support near $2,700–$2,800. It has yet to recover with strength. Breakdown Pattern Raises Risk Analyst Trader Tardigrade shared a 3-day chart showing a bear flag forming on Ethereum. This pattern is characterized by a sharp drop and is usually followed by further downside. The asset is now breaking below the lower support of the flag. The post notes that Ethereum must close above $2,906 soon to avoid a larger drop.…

U.S. markets closed Friday with mixed signals across major indexes, while crypto-associated stocks—particularly bitcoin miners—largely pushed higher against a backdrop of global economic fragility and shifting geopolitical currents. Wall Street Wobbles While Publicly Traded Bitcoin Miners Outperform in a Jittery Global Market The four major U.S. stock indexes wrapped up Friday, Jan. 23, with a split personality that set the tone for crypto-linked equities. The Nasdaq Composite finished at 23,501.24, adding 65.22 points, while the S&P 500 edged up 2.26 points to 6,915.61. Meanwhile, the Dow Jones Industrial Average slid 285.30 points to 49,098.71, and the NYSE Composite dipped 40…

The cryptocurrency industry faces a critical three-year period to demonstrate widespread adoption if the Clarity Act fails to pass the U.S. Senate, according to Bitwise Chief Investment Officer Matt Hougan. Summary Matt Hougan stated that failure to pass the Clarity Act would prevent the current regulatory environment from being codified into law. Reports of friction within the industry have emerged as lawmakers continue to debate the bill’s final form. Coinbase withdrew support for the bill on January 14. The Clarity Act received approval from the U.S. House of Representatives in July 2025 with bipartisan support. As of January, the legislation…

The BMNR stock price retreated by over 1.18% on Monday as the recent crypto market crash continued and as BitMine continued its Ethereum accumulation. Summary The BMNR stock price retreated on Monday as the crypto market crash continued. Ethereum price has formed several bearish chart patterns pointing to more downside Technical analysis suggests that the stock has more downside to go in the near term. BitMine stock was trading at $28.35, down by over 82% from its 2025 high. Its crash has wiped out billions of dollars in value as the market capitalization dropped from over $18 billion to the…