Cryptocurrency markets are showing a downward trend. According to TokenPost market data, as of 5:01 AM on January 21, 2026, Bitcoin has decreased by -3.74% compared to the previous day, with a trading price of $89,607.62 (approximately 13,266,000 Korean Won). Ethereum has decreased by -7.03% from the previous day, trading at $2,991.91 (approximately 4,429,584 Korean Won).
Cryptocurrency Market Data / TokenPost Market
Mainstream Altcoin Price Movements
Most mainstream altcoins are trending downward.
XRP -5.63%▼
BNB -3.39%▼
Solana -5.44%▼
Dogecoin -4.57%▼
Cardano -5.06%▼
TRON -3.79%▼
Market Capitalization and Trading Volume Trends
Total cryptocurrency market cap is approximately $3.02 trillion (about 4,472 trillion Korean Won). Over the past 24 hours, total cryptocurrency trading volume has reached $132.75 billion (approximately 1,965 trillion Korean Won).
Bitcoin and Ethereum Market Share Changes
Bitcoin’s market share is 59.27%, up by 0.20% from the previous day. Ethereum’s market share is 11.96%, down by -0.38%. This is interpreted as a partial flow of funds back into Bitcoin.
DeFi and Stablecoin Market Trends
The DeFi market shows a slight upward trend.
DeFi Total Market Cap: $68.731 billion
DeFi Trading Volume (24 hours): $15.193 billion
24-hour Change Rate: +1.94%▲ Growth
The stablecoin market also shows increased trading volume.
Stablecoin Total Market Cap: $287.049 billion (about 425 trillion Korean Won)
Stablecoin Trading Volume (24 hours): $133.596 billion (about 197 trillion Korean Won)
24-hour Change Rate: +10.69%▲ Growth
Derivatives Market (Futures and Options) Trading Volume Changes
The cryptocurrency derivatives (futures and options) market is also experiencing active trading.
Derivatives Trading Volume (24 hours): $1.1857 trillion (about 1,755 trillion Korean Won)
Change Rate from the previous day: +21.83%▲ Growth
Article Summary by TokenPost.ai
🔎 Market Interpretation
The overall downward trend reflects investor caution. Bitcoin’s market share is rising, while Ethereum and altcoins are declining, indicating a risk-avoidance movement.
💡 Strategy Highlights
Despite the overall market decline, derivatives trading volume is increasing, making this a critical time to adopt proactive strategies to address short-term volatility.
📘 Terminology Explanation
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DeFi: Decentralized Finance. Blockchain-based systems that provide financial services without traditional financial institutions.
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Stablecoin: A cryptocurrency with a stable price, pegged to assets like the US dollar.
TokenPost AI Notes
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