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XRP's recent price hovers around $1.97, facing pressure to break through $2.0. Bears are gathering, but whales are accumulating in the opposite direction, indicating a weak market sentiment. Negative funding rates suggest short-term shorts need to pay, hinting at a potential reversal. Once buying interest surges, shorts will be forced to cut losses, and XRP is expected to accelerate upward. The key is whether it can hold steady above $2.0.

Trader Annica on Polymarket has earned over $270,000 through accurate predictions related to Elon Musk events. This case demonstrates that in-depth knowledge of specific topics and continuous betting can yield substantial profits, but the risks also increase accordingly.

【Blockchain Rhythm】According to reports, a leading exchange plans to launch BTC/USD and LTC/USD trading pairs at 08:00 (UTC) on January 20, 2026. At the same time, the exchange will also open trading bot services for these two pairs, making it easier for users to deploy automated trading strategies. This undoubtedly provides more convenient trading tool options for traders active in the BTC and LTC markets.

On January 19th, on-chain analysts observed a clear sell premium signal in the market, indicating that large US investors are actively selling Bitcoin. The premium gap indicator shows that the selling pressure from US investors has increased, affecting market sentiment.

Decentralized social application Towns announces support for Ethereum's EIP-8004 and EIP-7702 proposals. The former provides a framework for AI agent cross-application collaboration, while the latter introduces new transaction types to enhance the executable code capabilities of external accounts,推动以太坊生态的进一步发展。

Nikita Bier responded to users' misunderstandings about the creator incentive mechanism on the X platform, emphasizing that the number of replies does not affect income, only the homepage views are counted towards earnings. This clarification helps to correct misconceptions about X and the Solana ecosystem.

An active whale address closed a 5,000 ETH long position after holding it for 65 days, earning $581,000, with an unrealized profit of $195,000 remaining in the account. The address has an aggressive trading style, typically using high leverage, indicating market judgment and risk appetite. The whale's movements reflect changes in market sentiment and are worth monitoring.

The crypto market is shifting from political-driven to fundamentals-driven, focusing on infrastructure and real users. Bitcoin has become a reserve asset similar to gold, while Altcoins need to prove their value. Meanwhile, the integration of AI and crypto could open new markets, with Hong Kong potentially becoming a key hub.

On January 19th, Bitcoin and Ethereum experienced a significant decline, dropping below $92,000, with market liquidations exceeding $750 million. Analysts believe that concerns over the US and EU trade war have affected market sentiment, leading to a weak performance in the crypto market. Investors are more inclined towards other risk assets, and positive signals are needed to rekindle market confidence.

The whale account on a certain perpetual contract platform shows a confrontation between long and short positions, with a total open interest of $6.58 billion. Long positions amount to $3.104 billion, with a loss of $143 million; short positions amount to $3.475 billion, with an unrealized profit of $219 million. The fivefold full-position long position of the whale address faces an unrealized loss of $9.7921 million, indicating a test of market confidence and psychological resilience.

GMGN Platform will hold the S10 BSC Trading Competition from January 19, 2026, to February 2, 2026, with a total prize pool of 100 BNB. Participants must use a brand-new wallet with an initial deposit limit of 2 BNB and accumulate rankings through trading. This event provides traders with an opportunity to test strategies and win rewards, while also promoting platform user growth and activity.

According to CME data, there is a 95% probability that the Federal Reserve will keep interest rates unchanged next month, with only a 5% chance of a rate cut. The probability of a 25 basis point rate cut in March has increased to 20.7%, suggesting a potential policy shift. While the expectation of maintaining rates remains the mainstream, the risk of a rate cut has gradually increased. This has a significant impact on the crypto market and may enhance the attractiveness of risk assets.

【BiTu】On-chain monitoring data shows that well-known trader Arthur Hayes received an asset transfer from custody institution Anchorage Digital—132,730 ETHFI tokens, valued at $97,500 based on current prices. This transfer has once again sparked market attention on the movements of major investors.

Senior executives of well-known companies have once again expressed bullish sentiment on Bitcoin, indicating the industry's firm stance on long-term allocation. Market patterns show that after related opinions are published, institutions often increase their Bitcoin holdings, providing a reference for investors.

A well-known BTC whale's long position is approximately $910 million, with unrealized gains decreasing from $60 million to $44.9 million. Among its holdings, ETH accounts for the largest proportion, with unrealized gains of $35.14 million; BTC unrealized gains are only $3.61 million, facing significant pressure. This reflects market volatility and warrants attention to the subsequent movements of this major holder.

A founder of a major exchange clarified rumors involving an actress on social media and emphasized the importance of distinguishing true from false news in the age of information explosion. They believe that having information discernment skills can benefit wealth accumulation, sparking discussions in the crypto community.

Trader beachboy4 on the Polymarket platform achieved a single-day profit of $6.12 million, successfully offsetting most of the losses and demonstrating excellent market intuition and psychological resilience. This turnaround case reflects a change in market participants' expectations of event outcomes.

The Floki team's associated wallet recently moved out 27.4 billion FLOKI tokens, cashing out approximately $1.35 million worth of ETH, with the source of funds traceable back to the initial address from three years ago. This large transfer suggests that the project team may be adjusting their strategy, and holders should stay alert to avoid potential risks.

Disagreements have arisen in Coinbase's negotiations with the White House. CEO Armstrong stated that the White House's attitude is positive, while reporter Terrett believes the reports are based on facts, emphasizing support linked to agreements. There are clear contradictions between the two sides regarding information and policy understanding, and subsequent developments are worth watching.

【Crypto World】Regarding interest rate guidance, Powell has something to say. This Federal Reserve Chair pushed for a change in direction during the policy adjustments in 2020, but in hindsight, he has also admitted that the initial decision was worth reconsidering. This reflection is worth market participants' contemplation—after all, every move by the Federal Reserve could rewrite the logic of cryptocurrency asset trends. The regret of decision-makers often reflects the evolution of market perception.