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Cryptocurrencies XRP and Dogecoin became the leading gainers in the first week of 2026. This dynamic is driven by inflows into spot exchange-traded funds (ETF) and a renewed investor interest in riskier assets.
According to the SoSoValue report, XRP-based funds showed a record series of inflows, while Dogecoin-based instruments experienced a sharp increase in activity after a period of stagnation.
Spot ETFs on XRP recorded a total net inflow of $13.59 million as of January 2. As a result, the total assets under management reached $1.37 billion. The positive inflow trend has been ongoing since

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On Tuesday, Tether introduced Scudo, a new unit of account for its gold-backed token XAUT, as gold prices reach record highs and interest in digital alternatives to gold continues to grow.
WITH GOLD PRICES RISING, TETHER LAUNCHES SCUDO FOR XAUT TRANSACTIONS
Gold prices leave no room for ambiguity. As of January 6, gold is trading at approximately $4,482 per troy ounce, continuing a rally that has attracted investors seeking protection from inflation, geopolitical tensions, and changing interest rate expectations.
Against this backdrop, Tether announced the introduction of

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Bitcoin #CryptoMarketRebound BTC(, according to TradingView, started Tuesday with a decline. As of 07:19 )MSK(, the cryptocurrency is trading at )962. The lowest Bitcoin price in 24 hours was $93 100, and the highest was $92 762.
The second most capitalized cryptocurrency, Ethereum, also began the day with a decline. As of the time of writing this review, the coin is trading at $94 231.
Among the top 10 most capitalized cryptocurrencies, all coins except TRON, which decreased by 0.44% over the day, gained value over 24 hours and seven days. The best daily result is from XRP $3 +11.41%(. The co

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The CARF cryptocurrency tax reporting system requires virtual asset service providers, whether exchanges, custodial services, crypto wallets, crypto ATMs, or brokers, to report transaction information to tax authorities, including sales, exchanges, and transfers of cryptocurrencies. If tax authorities gain the ability to share this information internationally, crypto investors will be able to "more effectively fulfill their tax obligations," making the fight against tax evasion more efficient, according to OECD.
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Bank of Japan Governor (BOJ) Kazuo Ueda used his first public speech in 2026 to announce an important decision: the cycle of interest rate hikes by the central bank is far from over.
The comments came about two weeks after the Bank of Japan raised its benchmark rate to 0.75% on December 19, the highest level since 1995.
Most observers expect the next rate hike around mid-2026, although some analysts warn it could happen sooner if yen depreciation continues.
At noon in Tokyo, the yen was trading at about 157.15 per dollar, very close to the 160 threshold, which market part

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Bitcoin #Bitcoin2026PriceOutlook BTC(, according to TradingView, started Monday with an increase. As of 07:14 )MSK(, the cryptocurrency is trading at ). The lowest Bitcoin price in 24 hours is $92176 877, and the highest is $90 204.
The second most capitalized cryptocurrency, Ethereum, also started the day with an increase. As of the time of writing this review, the coin is trading at $93 176.
Among the top 10 most capitalized cryptocurrencies, the best daily result is held by XRP $3 +3.71%(, and over the week — by Dogecoin )+18.39%(. Meanwhile, the coin experienced a more significant decline

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Ripple's victory over the SEC in 2026 has boosted interest in XRP and removed a key uncertainty.
Most experts expect a moderately bullish scenario with a range of approximately $2–$6.
Additional growth may occur with the expansion of banking partnerships and the practical application of Ripple's solutions.
Most experts agree that the main factor for XRP in 2026 is regulatory stability and the real-world application of Ripple's solutions in the banking system. The most frequently mentioned forecast range for 2026 is between $2 and $6. Growth potential above that is possib

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Solana is gradually strengthening its position in the market and is exerting significant pressure on Ethereum in some segments. The network attracts attention with its speed, low fees, and growing ecosystem. By 2026, Solana's role could become even more prominent. In this case, interest in the token will continue to grow.
Much will depend on the implementation of the Firedancer solution. Successful execution could strengthen network stability and increase trust among institutional participants. If the results are weak, Solana's ambitions will face serious challenges.
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According to the expert, the sentiment among traders and investors on social media at the beginning of the year remained positive. Despite the decline in the prices of major cryptocurrencies, confidence in a bullish trend in the market continues to persist.
"The further growth of the market depends on the composure of retail investors and on the strategy they choose regarding cryptocurrencies: accumulation or selling," he explained.
Even with positive expectations, traders will act more cautiously, prioritizing capital protection until the first cryptocurrency confirms its ability to stay abov

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17 years ago, on January 3, 2009, the first block of transactions in the Bitcoin network was mined, called the Genesis Block (Genesis Block). It was created on a small server in Helsinki, and the reward for mining it was 50 bitcoins.
The Genesis Block contained a headline from The Times newspaper: "Chancellor on brink of second bailout for banks" («Chancellor on the brink of a second bailout for banks»). The article in the publication described the UK government’s preparations for a second round of rescue for banks affected by the 2008 global financial crisis.
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Most Bitcoin price forecasts for 2026 are concentrated in the range of $150–250K, according to WuBlockchain. This optimism is based on expectations of sustained growth in institutional investments, capital inflows through Bitcoin-based exchange-traded funds (ETF), and positive regulation of the crypto market.
Other forecasters consider a price drop to $10–70K. Such a scenario could be triggered by a slowdown in demand for the main cryptocurrency and worsening macroeconomic indicators, experts believe.
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Bitcoin traded higher during the US market trading hours, marking a notable shift after a month during which BTC declined approximately 20 percent overall while the US stock markets were open.
The decrease in open interest indicates that the movement was driven by short position closures rather than new long positions using leverage.
The broader cryptocurrency market remains fragile due to ETF outflows, tax-related positioning, and low liquidity during the holiday period, putting downward pressure on prices.