Vivek Ramaswamy’s Strive plans to raise $150M in preferred stock sale to buy Bitcoin and repay debt
AnalysisCrypto Briefing2026-01-21 22:40
Strive's strategic focus on Bitcoin investment and debt reduction could enhance its market position and influence in the crypto sector.
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Strive's strategic focus on Bitcoin investment and debt reduction could enhance its market position and influence in the crypto sector.
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Bitcoin, stocks rally after Trump halts Greenland tariffs
AnalysisCrypto Briefing2026-01-21 22:20
The halt in tariffs alleviates trade tension fears, boosting investor confidence and market stability, highlighting global economic interdependence.
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The halt in tariffs alleviates trade tension fears, boosting investor confidence and market stability, highlighting global economic interdependence.
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Crypto Boom Ahead? Pantera Capital Pinpoints Major Catalysts For 2026 Success
AnalysisNewsBTC2026-01-21 22:20
On Wednesday, Pantera Capital, one of the largest venture capital firms in the crypto industry, released its latest blockchain letter. In this edition...
On Wednesday, Pantera Capital, one of the largest venture capital firms in the crypto industry, released its latest blockchain letter. In this edition, the firm reflects on the challenges faced in 2025 while projecting optimism for the remaining months of 2026. Pantera Capital Identifies Growth Catalysts Pantera begins by acknowledging that last year was not fundamentally driven when it came to returns within the crypto markets. It cites macroeconomic factors, market positioning, and structural influences as the main drivers that shaped performance, particularly for assets beyond Bitcoin (BTC). Related Reading: Where Does Hyperliquid (HYPE) Stand Now? A Deep Dive Into Key Metrics Post-2025 The firm highlights several positive developments, including the passage of t...
XRP Drops Below $2 as ETF Outflows Spike and Stablecoin Settlement Debate Clouds Outlook
AnalysisNewsBTC2026-01-21 22:00
XRP has slipped below the $2 mark, extending a week-long decline that has unsettled traders and renewed questions about the token’s short-term outlook...
XRP has slipped below the $2 mark, extending a week-long decline that has unsettled traders and renewed questions about the token’s short-term outlook. Related Reading: What the Triple-Tap At $1.80 Means For The XRP Price The drop comes amid heavy outflows from XRP exchange-traded funds (ETFs), broader market weakness tied to U.S. tariff developments, and fresh debate over Ripple’s growing focus on stablecoins for global payments. After briefly recovering to around $2.20 in mid-January, XRP fell as low as $1.85 over the weekend following what market commentators described as a liquidity sweep. XRP's price trends to the downside on the daily chart. Source: XRPUSD on Tradingview XRP ETF Outflows Add to Selling Pressure XRP-linked ETFs recorded their largest daily outfl...
PEPE’s Reversal Move: Pushing Out Bears As Confirmation Closes In
AnalysisNewsBTC2026-01-21 20:40
PEPE is finally entering a critical phase as recent price action suggests the market is actively pushing out bears ahead of a potential structural shi...
PEPE is finally entering a critical phase as recent price action suggests the market is actively pushing out bears ahead of a potential structural shift. Pseudonymous crypto analyst ‘The Composite Trader’ argues that the move is less about immediate upside and more about completing a controlled reversal process and preventing any further downside. In an X post this Tuesday, The Composite Trader updated a setup he first outlined on January 5, explaining that PEPE’s sharp bullish expansion at the start of the year was never meant to be sustained. He labeled the move as manipulative and stated that a price reversal toward a yearly open was the intended outcome. PEPE Stages Reversal Move To Force Out Bears His accompanying chart supports this narrative by illustrating ...
Entering early January 2026, signs of seller exhaustion opened the door for a rebound toward the upper bound of this range. However, this move carried...
Entering early January 2026, signs of seller exhaustion opened the door for a rebound toward the upper bound of this range. However, this move carried elevated risk, as the price approached the ~$98k region, where breakeven supply from recent buyers became increasingly active.
Trump reverses planned Feb 1 tariffs on NATO nations after Greenland talks
AnalysisCrypto Briefing2026-01-21 19:40
Donald Trump says he will not impose 10% tariffs on NATO nations on Feb 1 after reaching a framework deal over Greenland and Arctic talks.
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Donald Trump says he will not impose 10% tariffs on NATO nations on Feb 1 after reaching a framework deal over Greenland and Arctic talks.
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Intel shares surge 11% to four-year high ahead of Q4 earnings call
AnalysisCrypto Briefing2026-01-21 19:20
Intel stock hits four-year high with 35% YTD gain on $8.9B government investment and 18A chip launch ahead of Q4 earnings.
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Intel stock hits four-year high with 35% YTD gain on $8.9B government investment and 18A chip launch ahead of Q4 earnings.
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XRP Goes Institutional: Flare Networks Unveils New Infrastructure Support
AnalysisNewsBTC2026-01-21 19:20
XRP is taking a decisive step toward institutional relevance as Flare Networks unveils new infrastructure designed to support enterprise-grade financi...
XRP is taking a decisive step toward institutional relevance as Flare Networks unveils new infrastructure designed to support enterprise-grade financial use cases. For years, XRP has been recognized for its speed and efficiency in cross-border payments, and XRP has often been discussed as a liquidity asset, but with limited programmability and on-chain utility. Flare’s latest move changes that equation, unlocking new layers of functionality that position XRP as more than just a settlement token. How Flare Expands XRP Smart Contract Capabilities Flare Networks is taking concrete steps to activate XRP for institutional-grade financial infrastructure. In a recent Genfinity interview that was revealed on X, the Flare Networks team breaks down how its infrastructure is en...
Iran’s central bank used $500M in Tether to fight FX collapse and evade sanctions
AnalysisCrypto Briefing2026-01-21 19:00
Iran's central bank amassed $507M in USDT to dodge sanctions, using crypto tactics to access offshore liquidity.
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Iran's central bank amassed $507M in USDT to dodge sanctions, using crypto tactics to access offshore liquidity.
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