Dogecoin (DOGE) is trying to base on higher timeframes as Cantonese Cat points to a potential inverse head-and-shoulders on the daily, with price compressing just beneath a defined resistance shelf while holding a nearby demand zone. Dogecoin Breakout Could Target $0.19 In a daily chart (DOGE/USD, Binance) shared via X on Jan. 16, Cantonese Cat overlays an inverse head-and-shoulders schematic: a left shoulder in early December, a deeper “head” into late December near the mid-$0.11s, and a developing right shoulder as price rotates lower after the early-January spike. Dogecoin daily…
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Polygon Slashes 30% Staff in Pivot to Stablecoin Payments
Key Notes Polygon Labs lays off ~30% of staff to accommodate incoming teams from acquisitions. The firm spent >$250M acquiring Coinme (payments) and Sequence (infrastructure). Strategy shifts to Open Money Stack, a regulated, vertically integrated stablecoin platform. Polygon Labs is radically restructuring its operations, slashing approximately 30% of its workforce while simultaneously deploying over $250 million to acquire crypto payments firm Coinme and wallet infrastructure provider Sequence. The move marks a definitive pivot from general-purpose scaling to a vertically integrated, regulated stablecoin payments platform. POL POL $0.14 24h volatility: 8.1%…
Matrixport turns cautiously bullish on Bitcoin structure
Matrixport says Bitcoin’s on‑chain health is improving after Q4 stress, with downside risks fading but limited new capital arguing for selective, low‑leverage exposure. Summary Matrixport notes Bitcoin’s Q4 2024 selling pressure and liquidity stress are easing, with structural supports holding and downside risks looking more contained. Valuation and positioning indicators have stabilized, yet a lack of strong spot inflows and long‑term holder urgency still caps breakout potential. The firm recommends a measured, selective strategy rather than aggressive risk‑on, keeping leverage tight while BTC grinds out of its fragile phase. Cryptocurrency…
Altcoins Eye Recovery as Russell 2000 Hits All-Time High
Key Notes Altcoin season chances revive again as the long-short ratio moves above 1, showing chances of broader market recovery. The Russell 2000 hit a new all-time high in January, rising 7% in the first 15 days of 2026. This has increased the appetite for risk-on assets, with analysts seeing chances of greater upside. The broader crypto market is showing renewed strength, with the Bitcoin BTC $95 391 24h volatility: 1.3% Market cap: $1.90 T Vol. 24h: $52.64 B price surging past $97,000 earlier this week. There is growing market…
What Will Happen to 600,000 Bitcoin Of Venezuela?
▶ Coinbase Website: Coinbase.com ▶ CEX Website: cex.io VENEZUELA MAY OWN OVER $60B WORTH OF BITCOIN. That’s roughly the same scale as Microstrategy and BlackRock, and could end up in the U.S reserves. Follow us for more educational content: Instagram: @bitinning Youtube: Kashif X: @simplykashif Bitinning X: @bitinning Disclaimer: Cryptocurrency products and non-fungible tokens (NFTs) are currently unregulated and can involve substantial risks. It is crucial to thoroughly educate yourself about these assets before making any investments or engaging in related activities. Prioritize conducting your research (DYOR) to make informed…
Belarus Introduces State-Regulated Cryptobanks
Belarus has introduced a legal framework for so-called “cryptobanks,” formally integrating digital asset activity into the country’s regulated banking system under direct state oversight. On Friday, Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko signed Decree No. 19, defining how crypto banks may operate and what conditions they must meet to enter the market. The decree positions cryptobanks as joint-stock companies authorized to combine token-based operations with traditional banking, payments and related financial services. Rather than creating a parallel sector for crypto, the framework ties digital asset activity to existing financial oversight mechanisms and…
Best Crypto Exchanges of 2026 So Far – Mid-January Market Leaders
Disclosure: This article contains affiliate links. If you click a link and make a purchase or sign up for a service, Bitcoin.com may receive a commission. Our editorial content is independent and based on objective analysis. As 2026 begins, the top crypto exchanges are setting a strong tone for the year ahead, continuing to raise […] Source
User Growth Sparks Massive Activity Spike
Ethereum’s on-chain activity has jumped sharply, driven by a wave of first-time users and heavier transaction flow across the network. According to Glassnode, new activity retention roughly doubled this month — rising from about 4 million to around 8 million addresses — a move that points to a fresh cohort of wallets interacting with Ethereum rather than just repeat users. Related Reading Surge In New Users Daily transactions hit a record high of 2.8 million on Thursday, a figure that is up 125% from the same period last year. Based…
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Google Play Policy Shift Threatens Crypto Exchange Access in South Korea
Google is rolling out updated crypto app requirements in South Korea, a move that could significantly restrict access to offshore crypto exchanges by tying app availability to local regulatory clearance. According to South Korean media outlet News1, starting Jan. 28, crypto exchange and wallet apps listed on Google Play in South Korea must upload documentation proving that their Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) registration with the country’s Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) has been accepted. Google reportedly clarified that developers listing crypto exchange and custodial wallet apps must upload proof of…