Bitcoin’s price edged slightly below $90,000 to rest at $89,962, with a market capitalization of $1.79 trillion and around $54.29 billion in 24-hour trading volume. The intraday trading range spanned from $87,304 to $90,295, pointing to a tense standoff between buyers and sellers. The market is teetering on the edge of direction, and frankly, bitcoin […] Original
At the World Economic Forum in Davos, central bankers, Coinbase, Ripple and banks clash over tokenization, a Bitcoin ‘standard,’ CBDCs and stablecoin yields as crypto trades near record highs. Summary Central bankers and CEOs agreed tokenization is now in deployment, with pilots like a €300B French commercial paper project and XRP Ledger tokenized assets up 2,200%. Coinbase’s Brian Armstrong pitched a Bitcoin‑anchored, tokenized system for 4B uninvested adults, while France’s Villeroy warned that ceding money to private tokens risks democracy. Ripple’s Brad Garlinghouse cited stablecoin volumes jumping from $19T to…
Coinbase launches an independent quantum risk board for Bitcoin and blockchains and unveils a tokenization plan to open global capital markets to more investors. Summary Coinbase created an Independent Advisory Board on Quantum Computing and Blockchain to assess long-term cryptographic risks to Bitcoin, Ethereum and other chains. The board, featuring leading cryptographers and researchers, will publish position papers and a first risk assessment on quantum resilience early next year. A separate Coinbase policy paper pushes tokenization as a way to expand global access to equities and bonds, arguing birthplace still…
Bitcoin price continues to face resistance around the $90,000 level, while a large-scale buyer has reportedly increased purchasing activity, according to statements from a cryptocurrency industry executive. Summary A Bitfinex whale is reportedly buying around 450 BTC per day near $90k, roughly matching daily mining supply at current prices. Glassnode flags a moderate bear phase, with market mean near support and short-term holder cost basis capping BTC with dense supply above $98k–$100k. Derivatives show dealers short gamma below $90k and long above it, options skew front-loaded, and futures participation thin,…
Strive proposes a $150 million registered follow‑on offering of Variable Rate Series A Perpetual Preferred Stock (SATA). Strive, Inc. (Nasdaq: SATA) announced in Dallas on January 21, 2026 that, subject to market conditions, it intends a $150 million follow‑on offering of SATA Stock, with net proceeds to finance redemption or repurchase of Semler Scientific’s 4.25% […] Original
X rolls out crypto-focused Starterpacks to boost discovery as Bitcoin chatter on the platform drops 32% and Vitalik renews push for decentralized social media. Summary X will launch interest-based “Starterpacks” so new users can auto-follow curated crypto and tech accounts by country and niche. Crypto users say visibility is collapsing, with Bitcoin mentions on X down 32% in 2025, fueling claims the platform is throttling CT. Vitalik Buterin urges a shift to decentralized social platforms that prioritize users’ long-term interests over engagement farming. Social media platform X announced Thursday plans…
Steak ’n Shake is taking its crypto experiment to the pay window, announcing it will begin paying hourly workers a small Bitcoin bonus tied to hours worked—a move that quickly drew skepticism and ridicule online. Summary Critics mocked the incentive as a substitute for real wage increases. The small payout and long vesting period is made worse considering fast-food turnover The company has added $10 million of Bitcoin to its balance sheet and accepts Bitcoin payments via the Lightning Network. Starting March 1, the burger chain will award employees at…
Bitcoin briefly surged back above $90,000 on Jan. 21 after President Donald Trump eased tensions over Greenland. The rally, however, was short-lived; bitcoin retreated to $87,200, triggering $210 million in liquidations in four hours. Greenland De-escalation Fuels a Sharp Recovery Bitcoin ( BTC) staged a high-stakes recovery on the afternoon of Jan. 21, briefly reclaiming […] Original
Bitcoin price is weakening after losing key range support, with momentum fading and downside liquidity building. A breakdown below mid-range support could pull BTC toward $80,000. Summary BTC lost key range structure and is showing bearish expansion Mid-range support is critical as price shows no strong bounce Breakdown with volume increases rotation risk toward $80,000 liquidity magnet Bitcoin (BTC) price is showing renewed weakness after losing a key structural support zone, with price now trading back inside the broader range and struggling to generate any meaningful bounce. The recent bearish expansion suggests sellers…
The move positions Steak ‘n Shake among a growing number of companies experimenting with bitcoin-based compensation, using crypto incentives to reward employee loyalty and align long-term performance with emerging financial technologies. Starting March 1, Steak ‘n Shake will provide hourly employees at its company-operated restaurants with a bitcoin bonus of $0.21 for every hour worked. […] Original