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Bitcoin price weekly outlook Well, after last week’s close, Bitcoin price action looked very bearish, but the bulls managed to maintain a bullish structure around the $90,000 level and pushed it up to the $98,000 resistance. Prices declined from there, ending the week at $93,638. The bulls are expected to rally above the $98,000 resistance level this week and, if the price sustains above $98,000, aim for the upper end of this resistance zone at $103,500. The $91,400 support could be tested early in the week and will need to hold for the bulls to continue their charge. Current major…

Important pointsBitcoin’s quantum risks center around the security of public keys and signatures.BTQ’s testnet explores post-quantum signatures in a Bitcoin-like environment.Post-quantum signatures will significantly increase transaction size and block space demands.“Old BTC risks” center around legacy output types and address reuse patterns.BTQ Technologies announced the launch of the Bitcoin quantum testnet on January 12, 2026. It is a Bitcoin-like network designed to experiment with post-quantum signatures without touching Bitcoin’s mainnet governance.The idea is that BTQ will replace Bitcoin’s current signature scheme with ML-DSA, a modular lattice signature standard formalized as Federal Information Processing Standard (FIPS) 204 by the National Institute…

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong pushed back against reports that the White House was withdrawing support for the CLARITY Act, saying discussions with the administration remain constructive. summary Brian Armstrong said reports that the White House has ended support for the CLARITY Act are inaccurate and that negotiations remain active. Coinbase withdrew its support for the bill, citing concerns about stablecoin yields, DeFi restrictions, and regulatory balance. Negotiations with banks and policymakers continue as lawmakers work toward amending the text in early 2026. In a post shared on X on Sunday, January 18, Armstrong said reports suggesting the White House had…

Disclosure: The views and opinions expressed herein belong solely to the authors and do not represent the views and opinions of crypto.news editorials. As cryptocurrencies mature, it becomes increasingly difficult to ignore one of the industry’s biggest illusions. That is, users are not economically free if their assets are locked within a single blockchain. This means the industry still has work to do to realize the promise of freedom. summary Asset ownership is not free without mobility. Siled blockchains capture users, limit their ability to move capital, and act on opportunities across the broader ecosystem. Fragmentation creates inefficiency and tribalism.…

Important points President Trump announced that he would impose 10% tariffs on eight European countries over the Greenland issue. The tariffs affect Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands and Finland. Share this article President Donald Trump announced today that Denmark and seven European allies will face a 10% tariff on exports to the United States starting in February unless Denmark agrees to sell Greenland.In a post on Truth Social, President Trump said these countries have long benefited from U.S. protection and trade preferential treatment, and now is the time to “return the favor” by agreeing to…

And what happened to the price of the underlying asset during that time? January 7th was the first day in the red for the Spot XRP fund after almost two months of inflows, breaking the record for the longest running streak for a Wall Street crypto-focused ETF. However, things have changed since then, and green continues to dominate. In this article, we look back at what happened to financial instruments last week and how the price of XRP reacted. ETF Green Streak is back on track Over the weekend, CryptoPotato reported on the end of the streak where more than…

As 2026 begins, the crypto industry is entering a much different phase than the frenzied, finance-driven boom of 2025. Gemini Institutional Director Patrick Lo gave a clear perspective on where the market is headed, from the consolidation of digital asset treasury companies and the future of the ‘digital gold’ narrative, to sovereign introduction, geopolitics and why crypto exchanges will evolve. A full stack financial platform. What emerges is a rapidly maturing industry, where speculation has given way to strategy. Milestone | Altovest becomes Africa’s first listed company to add Bitcoin to its financial reserves Digital asset treasury: From hype to…

Bitcoin recorded three consecutive weeks of gains for the first time since July. Bitcoin USD hovered near recent highs and held firm amid political and geopolitical headlines. This resilience fits into a larger trend. Large investors have been quietly buying through regulated Bitcoin ETFs. Although the daily price movement looked calm, the weekly chart told a different story. Bitcoin rose even as traditional markets reacted to uncertainty inside and outside Washington. For beginners, that disconnect is important because it shows who is currently controlling the momentum. Market capitalization 24 hours 7 days 30 days 1 year Always Discover: Top Ethereum…

important notesSingapore-based Canaan must maintain its stock price above $1 for 10 consecutive sessions by July 13, 2026, or face delisting. Subject to Nasdaq approval and fees, the Company may be eligible for an additional 180-day extension if it fails to meet the initial compliance period. Canaan stock continues to trade at $0.798, reflecting weak demand amid broader crypto market conditions and operational challenges. Canaan Inc. (NasdaqGM:CAN) received a new warning from Nasdaq for its sub-$1 stock price. The company remains listed for now, and while its stock price fell below the threshold in Friday trading, it is able to…

Iran’s economy remains strained under harsh sanctions, high inflation, and a weak currency, with many citizens turning to cryptocurrencies as an alternative financial lifeline. Related books Recent blockchain data shows a surge in Bitcoin withdrawals and transfers to personal wallets, especially during periods of uncertainty and internet restrictions. For many Iranians, digital assets now serve as a hedge against currency collapse and a way to move funds beyond government-controlled systems. The Iranian rial has lost around 90% of its value against the US dollar since 2018, with inflation hovering between 40% and 50%. The use of cryptocurrencies has been steadily…