Cryptocurrency market news

According to Ki Young Ju, the crypto market is currently in a phase of active absorption of the leading cryptocurrency by large players.

Ethereum is unlikely to reach new highs next year given the current situation with Bitcoin, according to crypto analyst Benjamin Cowen.

According to trading experts, signs of market stress are beginning to ease as bitcoin’s price stabilizes. However, there is a possibility that short-term volatility could increase over the coming days. Low liquidity could trigger cascades of trader liquidations even on relatively small price moves, QCP Capital specialists believe.

Over the course of several weeks, companies acquired around 42,000 BTC, while retail investors and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) reduced their positions in the market. At the same time, miners began to capitulate — historically, such periods have often coincided with the formation of a local bottom.

According to the entrepreneur, a sharp rise in the price of the leading cryptocurrency will be driven by “reserve management purchases (RMP)” — a new operational policy announced by the U.S. Federal Reserve (Fed) at its most recent meeting.

XRP has lost its key support level at $2 amid a broader correction in the cryptocurrency market, with the altcoin posting a 14% monthly loss. The asset’s price rebounded from the next support level at $1.88, last seen on November 22. Popular crypto analyst Dark Defender stated that this is a critical area for the altcoin, and the rebound could lead to a rise to $5.85.

Barclays believes that the coming year may become a period of stagnation for the crypto market, accompanied by a decline in operating revenues for crypto companies serving retail clients. Cryptocurrency volatility has decreased, and following the mass liquidation of traders’ positions in October, the number of active investors in spot markets has noticeably declined.

The economist suggested that in the coming years Bitcoin’s price will not collapse to zero, as it will be kept afloat by large companies purchasing the cryptocurrency. Retail investors will also prevent Bitcoin from sliding to zero, the crypto-skeptic believes.

BlackRock, the world’s largest asset management company, released a report on artificial intelligence that also outlines its vision of the cryptocurrency market in 2026. Behind the grim forecasts for U.S. bonds and the economy lies a clear signal — financial institutions are rapidly shifting toward digital currencies. According to the data, U.S. federal debt will exceed $38 trillion, increasing market instability and reducing the effectiveness of traditional hedging tools. For cryptocurrencies, this process will become a driver of institutional demand.

Analysts at Grayscale Research predict that Bitcoin may reach new all-time highs in 2026 and reject concerns that the coin is entering a period of deep, prolonged decline.

The first signals of a possible position review by MSCI Inc. have increased market tension as investors begin to factor in the risks of automatic sell-offs. This was reported by expert GugaOnChain. Market participants are closely monitoring the situation, as the organization’s decisions traditionally influence capital flows in global indices. The market is already reacting with increased volatility, reflecting heightened sensitivity to new regulatory pressure. According to the expert, in times of instability, participants prefer to reduce risks and lock in profits.

The market capitalization fell below $3 trillion after AI trading “began to unravel,” triggering an outflow from risky assets. Wintermute researchers noted that investors took profits in the tech sector, increasing pressure on cryptocurrencies. The decline occurred “amid thin liquidity ahead of the U.S. holiday period.” Supply dropped to April levels. Altcoins again became the weakest segment.

According to BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes, Bitcoin may continue fluctuating below $90,000 in the coming days.

Co-owner and Chief Investment Officer of ProCap BTC, Jeff Park, stated that a strong catalyst for Bitcoin’s growth could be news that a major country has begun purchasing the first cryptocurrency.

Well-known Bitcoin critic, investor, and economist Peter Schiff warned that the massive redistribution of Bitcoin from long-term holders to new investors with “weak hands” will lead to deeper declines in the future.

According to the entrepreneur, the decline in Bitcoin’s price is not related to any fundamental issues with the cryptocurrency but rather to reduced liquidity — capital inflows into crypto funds and companies holding bitcoin reserves have weakened noticeably.