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Cardano (ADA) is currently trading around $0.33 and has temporarily exited the top 10 cryptocurrencies by market capitalization. This event has reignited questions about whether Cardano is becoming a “ghost chain.”
“Ghost chain” is a term referring to a network that is still operational but has little to no actual usage.

Turkmenistan has legalized cryptocurrency mining and trading with a new law signed by President Serdar Berdimuhamedow. This move aims to diversify the economy and reduce gas export dependence. While local and foreign citizens can mine cryptocurrencies, digital currencies are not recognized as legal tender. Adoption may be slow due to strict internet and financial controls.

US Congressman Warren Davidson believes that recent policy changes in Washington are dampening the momentum of the cryptocurrency market, as regulatory decisions are pushing the industry toward an account-based financial model, accompanied by increased oversight and less freedom for users. In a

After a long period of decline, DeFi tokens still show few signs of recovery; however, 2026 may open a new chapter for this sector. The current price levels remain low, ETF applications are beginning to be submitted, and some major whales have quietly started buying again. Although this is not yet

In early 2026, Solana stands out in the crypto market with significant buying activity from "whales" and institutional investments. A recent report shows a $7.5 million increase in Solana-related investment products, with a total inflow exceeding $1.3 billion since its ETF listing in October.

After a boom and subsequent cooling in 2025, digital asset treasury leaders predict that 2026 will see consolidation, diversification, and deeper institutional involvement, contingent upon improved legal frameworks.

If you are reading this article on New Year's Day 2026, it is very likely that the "whales" in the cryptocurrency market have already gotten ahead of you. While most traders are just starting their day, large wallets have already begun buying and selling, revealing the early-year cash flow trend.
Some whales are preparing to

While Bitcoin remains "stuck" around the $88,000 mark, some prominent altcoins are still maintaining prices close to their previous highs. Although there are no clear breakout signals yet, the price foundations of these coins are more solid than most of the market. If 2026 brings favorable conditions, these could be potential candidates.

By 2025, the Asian stablecoin market has evolved significantly, with countries like Japan and South Korea promoting local currency stablecoins to diversify and reduce dependence on the USD. However, USD-pegged stablecoins dominate the market, comprising over 97%. Looking ahead to 2026, a multi-currency stablecoin corridor may emerge for cross-border transactions.

Meme coins like Dogecoin (DOGE), Shiba Inu (SHIB), and Pepe (PEPE) entered the new year in red as they collectively faced correction pressure, declining by 2% to 4% during Wednesday's trading session. Notably, while “whales” – large-scale investors – are quietly increasing their DO holdings.

Terra Classic (LUNC) experienced a slight 1% drop after a 13% surge, despite significant token burning boosting short-term price actions. However, technical signals suggest a prevailing downtrend, with ongoing concerns about oversupply and legal risks.

a16z crypto outlines 17 strategic priorities for the cryptocurrency industry by 2026, emphasizing the shift towards the core financial infrastructure of the Internet. Key focuses include improving stablecoin onramps and offramps, promoting the tokenization of real-world assets, and enhancing privacy and decentralized messaging systems.

After Telegram officially launched the self-custody wallet in the US, the cryptocurrency community has begun to pay special attention to TON. Although DeFi metrics are still modest, the price movements of TON are truly noteworthy.
Breaking out after a slow start
Last week, the price of TON recorded

Canton (CC), MYX Finance (MYX), and Chiliz (CHZ) have risen to lead the group of coins with the most impressive gains in the past 24 hours, marking a positive and hopeful start for the New Year. The strong recovery of CC, MYX, and CHZ is showing clear signs of acceleration, thereby reinforcing the belief that the trend

According to the Financial Times, the United Kingdom and more than 40 countries have begun implementing new cryptocurrency tax reporting regulations from January 1 under the OECD Cryptoasset Reporting Framework (CARF). Major exchanges are required to collect and report transaction data, as well as residency status.