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Bitcoin is holding above $96,000 after a sharp weekly rally, up about 1% on the day and roughly 6% on the week. The level to watch is $95,000. A clean hold keeps structure intact. A drop opens room for a deeper pullback.

U.S. stock markets had a rough week, wiping out about $650 billion in market value as major indexes moved lower. The Nasdaq fell around 1.4%, the Dow Jones dropped 1.2%, and the S&P 500 slipped roughly 1%, even as stocks remain near record highs.

Binance co-founder Changpeng Zhao stated that Bitcoin reaching $200,000 is certain over time, citing structural shifts in market participation and regulation, while acknowledging that the timing remains uncertain.

Economist Peter Schiff debates Bitcoin’s status as digital gold in , claiming it has no fundamental worth and acts mostly as a risky investment that can be badly affected by economic problems.

Bitcoin price today trades near $95,676 after failing to reclaim the 100-day EMA for the third consecutive session. The move comes as institutional and retail flows diverge, creating a tug-of-war between ETF accumulation and spot distribution.

Carrefour Express shoppers in Arcachon, France, can now unlock a steep discount by paying with Bitcoin. The store offers 20% off the full grocery bill when customers choose BTC at checkout. The move has drawn attention because supermarkets usually run on tight margins. It also pushes Bitcoin spending beyond online stores and into everyday retail, where most people still rely on cards and cash.

Renowned cryptocurrency analyst “PlanB” on X has launched a poll asking his followers if Bitcoin will achieve a new all-time high in 2026 or 2027. The question posed suggests that the crypto analyst suspects that the cryptocurrency could embark on another significant rally during the current cycle.

Steak ‘n Shake has marked eight months since integrating Bitcoin payments across its U.S. restaurant locations, reporting a notable rise in store sales since the launch. The company has committed all Bitcoin received from customer transactions into its Strategic Bitcoin Reserve (SBR), a treasury system designed to accumulate the cryptocurrency directly from operational sales rather than external purchases.

Confusion spread in the first week of 2026 after online reports claimed the U.S. government had quietly sold bitcoin linked to the Samourai Wallet case. Those claims triggered debate as a recent executive order restricted what agencies can do with forfeited bitcoin. Officials now say those reports were inaccurate.

A large-scale cryptocurrency theft linked to a social engineering attack has drawn attention after on-chain investigator ZachXBT disclosed that a single victim lost more than $282 million in digital assets earlier this month.

The United States law enforcement agencies, led by the FBI, have charged a Venezuelan national with conspiracy to launder money. The Department of Justice will sentence Jorge Figueira, a 59-year-old, for enabling a transnational criminal syndicate launder $1 billion with the help of crypto.

According to Ki Young Ju, founder of Cryptoquant, institutional demand for Bitcoin remains strong. In his latest post on X, Ju highlighted the holding pattern of U.S. custody wallets, including ETF holdings.

Cryptocurrency analyst Michael van de Poppe, in his latest post, has identified a trend that could lead to a volatile period for the cryptocurrency market.

Gold and silver surged to record highs after U.S. President Donald Trump threatened new tariffs on several European countries over Greenland, driving investors toward safe-haven assets. Gold climbed above $4,700 per ounce, while silver crossed $94, both setting new all-time highs as the dollar weakened amid escalating trade tensions.

Bitcoin price today trades near $91,064 after breaking below the 20 and 50-day EMA cluster in a selloff triggered by renewed tariff concerns. The move came during thin holiday liquidity with U.S. markets closed, amplifying the downside as leveraged longs got flushed.

President Donald Trump said he expects to sign the crypto market structure bill soon, as Congress advances work on new rules for digital assets. He made the remarks during his Davos speech, where he framed the push as part of a broader effort to keep the United States ahead in global financial innovation.

The crypto market has experienced a mild rebound after tariff fears cooled. Bitcoin (BTC) price briefly reclaimed $90k after President Donald Trump announced that the scheduled February 1 tariffs against several European countries had been canceled.

JAN3 CEO Samson Mow has argued that traders fundamentally misunderstand Bitcoin’s purpose by treating it as a speculative asset. Mow stated on X that “The problem is traders will always think like a trader. Bitcoin is a replacement for fiat currencies, not a trade.” His comments arrived as analyst Peter Brandt posted technical predictions for downside price action.

Bitcoin dropped back into a short-term downtrend on the 4-hour chart after failing to defend its prior breakout area. After topping near $97,971, BTC reversed sharply and slipped below its EMA cluster, which often signals weakening momentum.

Bitcoin traded near $89,133 on the four-hour chart as it steadied after a steep drop from the recent $97,971 peak. The sell-off broke the earlier run of higher highs and forced price into a tighter, more defensive structure.